It looks like Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings has hit yet another obstacle. The production on the highly anticipated Marvel Cinematic Universe flick has been delayed after director Destin Daniel Cretton was tested for the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Cretton got tested for COVID-19 and was told to self-isolate for at least two weeks by his doctor. Although Cretton's decision to get tested was connected to wanting to keep his crew safe, it was also for personal matters. Additionally, only the first unit production has been halted.
A crew member shared a note regarding the delay.
"As many of you know, Destin, our director, has a newborn baby," it reads. "He wanted to exercise additional caution given the current environment and decided to get tested for Covid-19 today. He is currently self-isolating under the recommendation of his doctor. While he waits for the results of the test, we are suspending 1st unit production in an abundance of caution until he gets the results this coming week."
The note also confirms that the rest of the crew will continue working.
"Second unit and off production will continue as normal. We will reach out to everyone by Tuesday for the latest update. This is an unprecedented time. We appreciate everyone's understanding as we work through this," the note concludes.
It's frustrating to know that several productions are getting delayed over the outbreak. Hopefully, Cretton's results will be negative so the movie can continue production.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is scheduled for release on February 12, 2021.
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