A New Era has landed in theaters for a limited time, and the buzz is in the air. However, it appears that Joe Pytka, the visionary director behind the original film, isn’t entirely sold on this fresh rendition. In a recent interview, Pytka expressed his reservations about the new version, revealing his thoughts on the latest cinematic installment.

Despite the excitement surrounding the revamped Space Jam, it seems the director has some candid opinions that have sparked curiosity among fans and movie enthusiasts alike. As the debate unfolds, audiences are left to ponder the impact of this new era on the beloved franchise and whether it lives up to the nostalgia and brilliance of its predecessor.

Michael Jordan and LeBron James in their participation in the different installments of the movie “Space Jam”.

Photo: Courtesy: Warner Bros

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“The truth is that LeBron is not Michael,” Pytka told TMZ, assuring that Jordan was not only the best basketball player at the time, but the biggest celebrity in the world.

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The director noted that the 1996 film connected the plot to Jordan’s personal life, while the new film lacks “a personal connection to LeBron.”

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The filmmaker also had harsh words for the new Bugs Bunny, stating that he “looked like one of those bland stuffed animals you buy at an airport gift shop to take your child with you when your business trip has gone on too long.”

Pytka also dismissed the new soundtrack as “insignificant”, saying the original film’s cast was “far superior,” including actors such as Wayne Knight, Theresa Randle and Bill Murray and NBA stars Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing, Larry Bird, Larry Johnson, Shawn Bradley or Tyrone Bogues.

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Despite the director’s words, Space Jam: A New Age has done well at the box office in its first weekend in the United States. Worldwide, it has already grossed $53.1 million.