Ryan Reynolds praises John Krasinski's vision for IF: "Being a dad and a husband has really cemented his cinematic language"

Hollywood heavyweights Ryan Reynolds and John Krasinski are teaming up for a new film, Imaginary Friends (IF), and it has generated a buzz around their combined charisma and creative spark. The movie promises a unique blend of reality and imagination, but what truly convinced Reynolds to jump on board as both producer and lead?

Ryan Reynolds praises John Krasinski’s vision for IF: “Being a dad and a husband has really cemented his cinematic language”

According to Reynolds, the desire to create a "live-action Pixar film" was a driving force. He credits Krasinski's script with capturing that essence perfectly. "We were kind of banging back and forth," Reynolds says, "We were interested in shooting something that feels like a live-action Pixar film. And that's really what John put on the page."

This project seems to be a natural progression for Krasinski as a filmmaker, according to Reynolds. He acknowledges Krasinski's unique perspective shaped by fatherhood. He adds, "I struggle to think of a writer or director more informed by their own parenthood than John Krasinski. Being a dad and a husband has really cemented his cinematic language."

Reynolds goes on to praise Krasinski's versatility, highlighting his ability to craft films that are both thrilling and heartwarming. He continues, "What's most striking to me is that he can make a movie as scary and provocative as A Quiet Place, yet he can also do something as tender, unexpected and hilarious as IF."

IF boasts a stellar cast alongside Reynolds and Krasinski, including Cailey Fleming, Fiona Shaw, and the voice talents of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr., and Steve Carell. These actors bring to life the whimsical characters that embody the boundless power of a child's imagination.

The film seems poised to take audiences on a nostalgic journey back to their childhoods. Imaginary Friends arrives in theaters on May 17th, promising an experience that blends humour, heart, and a touch of magic.