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Street Fighter Movie Director Kitao Sakurai Explains Baffling 'It's Raining Men' Ending

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Street Fighter Movie Director Kitao Sakurai Explains Baffling 'It's Raining Men' Ending

Content overview: “Street Fighter Movie Director Kitao Sakurai Explains Baffling 'It's Raining Men' Ending”. The new Street Fighter movie has left audiences scratching their heads with its final scene, which plays The Weather Girls' 1982 disco hit "It's Raining Men" over the closing moments. Director Kitao Sakurai, known for his work on The Eric Andre Show, has stepped forward to explain the unusual choice. In a recent interview, Sakurai revealed that the song was selected to create a jarring contrast with the film's violent climax, aiming to evoke a sense of absurdity and unexpected joy.

He noted that the original Street Fighter games often balanced intense action with goofy humor, and he wanted the film's ending to reflect that tonal whiplash. The decision has sparked debate among fans, with some praising the boldness and others calling it a misstep. This listing links straight to the original page, where the content is available in full.

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