Wes Ball, the director behind the anticipated live-action The Legend of Zelda movie, has some big dreams for bringing Link’s story to life. Chatting with Total Film, Ball emphasized how crucial it is to nail the unique atmosphere of the Zelda universe for devotees who want to dive into a live-action portrayal. He said, “My goal is to meet everyone’s highest hopes. I get how much this Zelda series means to folks, and I’m keen on making a genuine film out of it. Something that’s not just serious but also a ticket to adventure for the audience.”

He’s got a vision for a world that feels authentic to viewers—keeping it grounded yet injecting the same kind of charm and adventure they’ve loved in the many Zelda video games over the years. Nintendo’s joining forces with Sony Pictures for this grand venture, and none other than the legendary Miyamoto-san is on board as producer. Plus, we’ve got Derek Connolly of Jurassic World fame likely taking a crack at the screenplay.

As for the storyline, they’ve kept it under wraps. Will it be a fresh take or follow one of the many classic Zelda narratives? Considering the path the Mario film took, it’s probable we’ll get to see an imaginative new story peppered with familiar elements from Link’s past adventures.