Having already split opinion with a prequel to his original horror hit ALIEN, Ridley Scott may have his work cut out when it comes to his sequel to equally beloved visually stunning classic, BLADE RUNNER. We’ve known for quite some time that Scott would return for more futuristic replicant-hunting exploits, as well as Hampton Fancher named as the screenwriter. Now this official short press release below, coming via Alcon Entertainment, confirms a new talent has been hired for rewrites.
Writer Michael Green is in negotiations to do a rewrite of Alcon Entertainment’s “Blade Runner” sequel penned by Hampton Fancher (“Blade Runner,” “The Minus Man,” “The Mighty Quinn”) and to be directed by Ridley Scott. Fancher’s original story/screenplay is set some years after the first film concluded.
Alcon co-founders and co-Chief Executive Officers Broderick Johnson and Andrew Kosove will produce with Bud Yorkin and Cynthia Sikes Yorkin, along with Ridley Scott. Frank Giustra and Tim Gamble, CEO’s of Thunderbird Films, will serve as executive producers.
Green recently completed rewrites on “Robopocalypse” and Warners Bros “Gods and Kings.”
Alcon and Yorkin previously announced that they are partnering to produce “Blade Runner” theatrical sequels and prequels, in addition to all television and interactive productions.
Many will be relieved it’s not Damon Lindelof. However, it may say Green’s worked on ROBOPOCALYPSE and GODS AND KINGS, they make no reference to his GREEN LANTERN disaster.
Source: Deadline
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