There's no denying the thrill that comes with the release of a new Final Destination movie, and fans are buzzing about the sixth installment, Final Destination: Bloodlines, now showing in theaters. A significant highlight of the film is the return of the legendary Tony Todd, known for his chilling portrayal of the original Candyman. In a poignant turn of events, Todd delivered an unscripted monologue that has left audiences moved, as revealed by producer Craig Perry.
In a recent interview with Deadline, Perry discussed the new film and reflected on his journey with the franchise, which began in 2000. He shared the bittersweet nature of Todd's final performance, stating, "We all knew that he was obviously quite ill. And it was pretty clear that this was going to be the last role he would play in a movie, and the fact that it was one of the Final Destination movies made it that much more poignant."
Directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein took a bold approach with Todd's scene, allowing him to speak directly from the heart rather than sticking to the script. Perry elaborated, "Our directors, they made a very shrewd decision to take the last couple of lines that were scripted and said, 'Tony, just, just say what you would want to say to the fans. What would you like to impart to them in this moment?'" This decision resulted in a scene brimming with raw emotion and authenticity, as Todd spoke directly to the camera and, by extension, to the fans who have supported him throughout his career. Perry described the moment as "magical" and "impactful," adding that it's a memory he will cherish forever.
Warning! Spoilers for Final Destination: Bloodlines follow:
