While Zelda film, television and streaming projects have been rumored for years, the announcement of a Zelda film project on November 7, 2023, was a huge moment for the Zelda community. The announcement from Nintendo included several surprises. First, the film will be co-financed by Sony Pictures Entertainment, which shares a parent company with Nintendo competitor Sony Interactive Entertainment. Second, the Zelda film will be live-action rather than animated. This came as a surprise for many Nintendo fans who noticed the…