Not too long ago, the Daniels — which filmmakers Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert are collectively known as — were best known for helming some memorable music videos, some obscure online short films, and the wonderfully strange fantasy buddy comedy, Swiss Army Man, which has gained a cult following since its 2016 release. Now, having won Best Original Screenplay, Best Director, and Best Picture at the 2023 Academy Awards for Everything Everywhere All at Once, the duo is at the top of the food chain with free reign to do whatever they want to do next.
So, the question is, what should they do they next? Well, personally, I just hope they continue do more of what they have already been doing so well by fusing relatable and emotionally grounded themes with wholly inventive and completely out-of-this-world concepts and visuals — which is exactly what made their absurdist sci-fi dramedy one of the best movies of 2022, if you ask me. However, in terms of what specific genres the Daniels should tackle next, I have a few potential options in mind.
