The new Jumanji sequel will honor Robin Williams throughout the film.
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According to The Hollywood Reporter
Jack Black explained that the late great Robin Williams still had a role to play, with the new film featuring a tribute to him.
“We’re exploring this jungle and trying to conquer the game; it’s life or death,” he said. “But while we’re there, we find clues left behind by [Williams’ character Alan Parrish]. He built up a full-blown jungle house, similar to a Swiss Family Robinson situation. It’s like he’s there helping us without actually being there.”
Black also explained one key difference between Jumanji and Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle.
“[In the original] you never got to see the inside world,” he said. “But this one takes place primarily inside the jungle of Jumanji. That’s the coolest part of the film — we’re able to transport the audience to that secret and wondrous land, with the danger and the beauty.”
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle is due for release Dec. 20.
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