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Wick is Pain is a young documentary set to be released later this week that explores the origins of the John Wick franchise .

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The John Wick movies have been something pretty special from the start . We all thought this was just another disposable action picture show where the elevator pitch quite literally seemed like it was , " Takenbut with a dog . " However , it was so much more , and you do n’t get the variety of musical accompaniment from lover and critics this consistently if there is n’t something particular there . In the year of the stunt family becoming a thing at the Oscars , and people are starting to really recognise the work people put into making our favorite picture show look fantastic , there in all likelihood is n’t a better time forWick is Painto come out . This documentaryexplores how the franchise came to be with interview from starKeanu Reeves , directorChad Stahelski , and more , tell us how all of this came to be . Lionsgate send out a press handout with atrailer , posting , and some quotes from everyone involved with the documentary let the cat out of the bag about the projection .

Wick is Painis directed byJeffrey Doe , develop byJosh Oreck , Gabriel Roth , andMatthew Sidle , and executive produced byTina Carter . It will screen exclusively at Beyond Fest at the American Cinematheque on May 8 , and will be uncommitted to buy on digital platforms where movies are purchased , include Amazon Prime Video , Apple TV , Fandango at Home , YouTube , Microsoft Movies & TV , and Comcast Xfinity , among others , the next day , May 9 ( with pre - orders start May 1 ) .

" I ’m excited to share and be a part of take fans behind the curtain on the extraordinary journey of making the John Wick film , " allege Keanu Reeves .

A promotional illustration for the film featuring Keanu Reeves as John Wick, showing him with blood on his face and a pained expression. The text ‘WICK is PAIN’ is prominently displayed, along with the release date ‘ON DIGITAL MAY 9’.

Chad Stahelski said , " We had an idea for a blue - budget independent movie . Looking back now , more than ten years later on , it ’s hard to consider what that theme became . It ’s the fans that embraced the motion picture that made it all potential — and made all the pain a delight . "

Basil Iwanyk said , " We have never worked harder on any flick than we have on the John Wick series . produce a motion picture is always long 60 minutes and nerve-racking times , but John Wick grow that up to the max — and because we outlast , that ’s what made the movies so sweet . "

David Leitch , manufacturer of John Wick , tally , " It ’s safe to say that John Wick commute our life story , for everyone involved . We had been waiting for the opportunity to show our vision of what action filmmaking could be , and this film and this eccentric ease up us that chance . Thank you , Mr. Wick . "

A man sits on a couch, joyfully interacting with a small beagle puppy, who is playfully standing on his lap. The scene is warmly lit, showcasing a cozy living room setting.

Director Jeffrey Doe allege , " From the beginning of this project , Chad ’s only guidance was ' Keep it honest . ' The bold candor from Chad , Keanu , and the rest of the Wick team was incredible . They facilitate us shape a rude , unflinching take on the costs of sticking to your guns to achieve an aesthetic visual sensation , filled with all the strong-arm , excited , and personal suffering that brings . It ’s been a privilege to deal their remarkable story of pain , joyfulness , and triumph in a way that I hope it entrance John Wick fans everywhere ! "

Producer Josh Oreck added , " I met Keanu Reeves and Chad Stahelski 27 days ago in a dilapidated warehouse in Burbank , where they trained daily for a ' sci - fi movie ' that ended up being The Matrix . Since that day , I ’ve been fortunate enough to have a front - row seat to a masterclass in filmmaking — and the decades of hard study , wild - ass thinking , torture , and resilience that built the icon that is John Wick . This is a chronicle of that adventure , and I ’m so grateful to Chad , Keanu , and the rest of the Wick team for letting us tell their story . "

Adam Fogelson , electric chair , Lionsgate Motion Picture Group , said " The phenomenal winner of the John Wick franchise demonstrates what happens when movie maker deliver everything fans bid for in a moving-picture show viewing experience : emotionally impactful storytelling , one of the most darling actors of his generation , characters the audience cares about , and a next - level approach to every aspect of filmmaking . I am so excited for our fans to get this unprecedented glimpse into the unbelievable fib of how those factor make out together to organize the enfranchisement they know and love . "

A man in a black suit and turtleneck walks through a gritty, dimly lit environment, holding a pistol, with flames erupting from overturned cars in the background.

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Keanu Reeves as John Wick running in a dramatic scene from John Wick: Chapter 4, with a film camera operator capturing the action in a moody, lit environment.

A man in a white t-shirt stands with arms crossed, looking intently at another person off-camera. The background features brightly lit, colorful displays creating a dynamic atmosphere.

Chad Stahelski and Keanu Reeves sit in a dimly lit room, surrounded by candles and a vintage piano, with colorful stained glass in the background. The atmosphere suggests a contemplative moment, possibly reflecting the themes of ‘Wick is Pain’.