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a b Smith, Anna (October 9, 2017). "Is Blade Runner 2049 sexist – or a fair depiction of a dystopian future?". The Guardian. Archived from the original on October 19, 2017 . Retrieved October 19, 2017.The fate of K in the closing scenes of the film has been a matter of debate; some critics have suggested that his demise is open to interpretation, as it is not explicitly stated in the film that K has died. [145] In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, screenwriter Michael Green expressed surprise that K's death had been called into question, referring to the use of the " Tears in rain" musical motif in the final scene. [11] Nordine, Michael (May 5, 2017). " 'Blade Runner 2049' Teaser: New Footage Offers a Glimpse of a Future in Which We Have Teasers for Teasers for Teasers". Indiewire. Archived from the original on October 19, 2017. This new series marks both the continuation and the conclusion of Ash’s story, which started in Blade Runner 2019. It’s going to be the most dramatic of the series, and that’s saying a lot after what went down in Blade Runner 2029!” said Titan Comics Senior Creative Editor David Leach. “It’s great to be working with Johnson, Guinaldo, and Lesko again, these guys are what makes it scream Blade Runner!” a b c O’Flat, Chris (February 23, 2018). " 'Roger Deakins' Legacy is Bigger Than an Oscar: A Frank Conversation With the Cinematography Legend". IndieWire. Archived from the original on April 18, 2020 . Retrieved April 18, 2020.

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Anderton, Ethan (August 29, 2017). " 'Blade Runner 2049' Short Film Reveals Jared Leto's Contribution to Replicant Technology in 2036". /Film. Archived from the original on September 26, 2017 . Retrieved August 31, 2017. Nexus Dawn is directed by Luke Scott, and follows Niander Wallace as he presents a new Nexus-9 replicant to lawmakers in an attempt to have a prohibition on replicants lifted. The short film also stars Benedict Wong as one of the lawmakers. [104] [105]Staff (October 9, 2017). "Lighting "Blade Runner 2049" ". Arri. Archived from the original on April 19, 2020 . Retrieved April 18, 2020.