Ahead of Rebel Moon's release, let's take a look back to when Zack Snyder revealed the real reason he left The Justice League

Personal Tragedy and Studio Tug-of-War

The 54-year-old director confessed he was grappling with heartrending personal circumstances at the height of the movie's post-production and reshoots, leaving him with "zero energy" to spar with the studio over his envisioned cut of "Justice League."

"Literally, zero energy for that. I really think that's the main thing," Snyder revealed. "I think there's a different world where I stayed and kind of tried. And I'm sure I could have... because every movie is a fight, right? I was used to that. But... there was no fight in me. I had been beaten by what was going on in my life and I just didn't want to, I didn't care to... that was kind of where I was."

The Dawn of #ReleaseTheSnyderCut Movement

Following Snyder's exit, Joss Whedon was handed the "Justice League" baton. The resultant film, however, was met with disappointment by many Snyder enthusiasts. The discontent fanned the flames of a relentless social media campaign under the banner of #ReleaseTheSnyderCut.

The call to arms was supported by cast members like Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman) and Ben Affleck (Batman), leading to WarnerMedia finally yielding to the outcry.

Snyder's Comeback: An Uncompromising Vision

Unimpressed with Whedon's iteration, Snyder did obliterate that version with the release of his cut, which was released on HBO Max. The film has new footage, visual effects, music, and a grittier tone, veering away from Whedon's PG-13 rating and venturing into R-rated territory. 

Snyder's version offered a second act to his "Justice League" saga, shaping into a riveting, four-hour-long redemption arc.

FAQs

1. Why did Zack Snyder leave the "Justice League" originally?

Snyder left the project due to personal tragedy and a lack of energy to continue fighting the studio over his creative vision for the movie.

2. *What is the "Snyder Cut" of "Justice League"?The "Snyder Cut" is Zack Snyder's original vision for "Justice League," which includes new footage, visual effects, music, and a more mature rating. It was released on HBO Max following a strong social media campaign.