lazygecko Posted July 12, 2008 Posted July 12, 2008 For those who missed what's been going on, MGM bought the rights for Robocop and announced that they are creating a remake. It is currently set to be ready some time in 2010. Recently this promo poster surfaced: http://img337.imageshack.us/img337/8651/rc20102et2.jpg What's interesting is the targeted demographic, meaning we won't get any toned down kiddy shit like Robocop 3 or the TV series. What's also been revealed is that the possible director for the film is Darren Aronofsky, whoms track record includes Pi, Requiem for a Dream and The Fountain. Quote
Poke'G Posted July 12, 2008 Posted July 12, 2008 With the latest in Frank Miller matierial hitting the screen, I'm wondering if the famous Frank Miller's Robocop will get screen treatment. I'm also a bit worried about how they'll choose to do him. I'm hoping they don't opt out of the real live suit option. Quote
Shadow Wolf Posted July 12, 2008 Posted July 12, 2008 I love the honesty. Obviously not a press poster. It's like, "We're remaking a movie, and you too can make a FUCKTON of money riding this bandwagon." Quote
lazygecko Posted July 12, 2008 Author Posted July 12, 2008 It's from a licensing expo in New York. Quote
Raziellink Posted July 12, 2008 Posted July 12, 2008 Robocop 3 was a successful sequel? My thoughts exactly! The franchise grossed more then 170 million worldwide? Probably mostly thanks to the first part.... Quote
Strike911 Posted July 12, 2008 Posted July 12, 2008 lol, yeah, I wonder how that 170 million is divided up between the 3 movies. Is there anywhere to get that data online? edit: Wikipedia has everything, n/m Quote
EdgeCrusher Posted July 13, 2008 Posted July 13, 2008 As long as its as violent and semi dark as the first movie, possibly as good as the director's cut, I'll watch it. Quote
Dyne Posted July 13, 2008 Posted July 13, 2008 As long as its as violent and semi dark as the first movie, possibly as good as the director's cut, I'll watch it. If Tim Burton directed this film, Robocop would be a brooding, dark mess of a revived dead cop, out for revenge. Quote
Dyne Posted July 13, 2008 Posted July 13, 2008 Zombie Robocop for the WIN! Unnnnnnnnggggghhhhh......Booooddddickeeeeeeer! Quote
The Coop Posted July 13, 2008 Posted July 13, 2008 Zombie Robocop for the WIN! Dead or alive... your braaaaaaiiiiiinnnnnnnnsss... are coming with me. Quote
Zombie Posted July 13, 2008 Posted July 13, 2008 I have strange memories of seeing these movies as a child... ...And zombie robocop definitely wins indeed. Quote
EdgeCrusher Posted July 13, 2008 Posted July 13, 2008 A robocop needs two things. The "I'd buy that for a dollar" guy. And Kurtwood Smith as Clarence Boddicker saying "Bitches.... leave". Quote
MechaFone Posted July 13, 2008 Posted July 13, 2008 No Robocop vs The Last Unicorn ideas? Maybe Zombie Robocop Rides The Last Unicorn? Again? Quote
Dyne Posted July 13, 2008 Posted July 13, 2008 A robocop needs two things.The "I'd buy that for a dollar" guy. And Kurtwood Smith as Clarence Boddicker saying "Bitches.... leave". I'd buy THAT for a dollar. Quote
Poke'G Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 A robocop needs two things.The "I'd buy that for a dollar" guy. And Kurtwood Smith as Clarence Boddicker saying "Bitches.... leave". Three things: ED-209, in all its inept glory. Can't forget ED. Quote
lazygecko Posted July 30, 2008 Author Posted July 30, 2008 Aronofsky confirmed as director, not 3D CGI, most likely R-rated, ex-Orion people involved with project Quote
Toadofsky Posted July 30, 2008 Posted July 30, 2008 If Tim Burton directed this film, Robocop would be a brooding, dark mess of a revived dead cop, out for revenge. "I'LL BUY THAT FOR A DOLLAR!!!" Quote
SetzerGabbiani Posted July 30, 2008 Posted July 30, 2008 "I'LL BUY THAT FOR A DOLLAR!!!" LMAO!!!!! You sir, are my hero <3 Quote
Sinewav Posted July 31, 2008 Posted July 31, 2008 "I'LL BUY THAT FOR A DOLLAR!!!" that's what she said roffle This actually looks like it has the chance to be a decent remake. It would be cool if they stayed more true to the Frank Miller version than the original did... unlikely, but cool. Still, unless the previews really suck, Hollywood has probably made another 9 bucks off of me. Quote
Poke'G Posted July 31, 2008 Posted July 31, 2008 Man, news regarding this just keeps getting better. I hope they keep Robocop's theme. Quote
Guy In Rubber Suit Posted July 31, 2008 Posted July 31, 2008 Well I feel better that it's going to be a reimaginning and not a remake. I hope it keeps some of the satire that Paul Verhoeven put into the original. I'm causiously optimistic about this film. Quote
Strike911 Posted July 31, 2008 Posted July 31, 2008 I wonder if they're going to keep the classic RoboCop look or redesign it. Hmm. Quote
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