David Fincher and Brad Pitt are reportedly set to collaborate once again, this time to bring to life a sequel to Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. According to The Playlist, the duo, known for their work on Se7en, is working to bring this unexpected project to Netflix, further solidifying Fincher's partnership with the streaming service. If all goes as planned, the untitled sequel will feature Brad Pitt reprising his role as the stunt-double, Cliff Booth.
The journey of the script to Fincher is a fascinating tale in itself. Originally penned by Tarantino, the screenplay evolved from what was previously known as The Movie Critic, a project that was set to be Tarantino's final film before it was abruptly canceled last year. Unwilling to let the idea die, Tarantino handed the script over to Fincher to breathe new life into it.
The Playlist reports that Netflix has acquired the screenplay for $20 million, with plans to allocate a budget of $200 million. Filming is slated to begin in California in July, just three months away. While no other casting details have been confirmed, it's noted that Leonardo DiCaprio will not return as Rick Dalton. Both Fincher and Pitt are prioritizing this sequel, setting aside other commitments.
Deadline has confirmed The Playlist's report, stating that Pitt received Tarantino's approval to share the script with Fincher, leading to the development of this surprising project.
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Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, released in 2019, is widely regarded as a stellar addition to Tarantino's oeuvre. However, its sequel, potentially titled Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2, faces the challenge of living up to its predecessor's high standards. The original film concluded with a definitive ending, yet the world it created has been further explored in other mediums.
In 2021, Tarantino expanded on the film's universe with a novelization that delves deeper into the 1960s California setting and sheds light on Cliff Booth's past, including the mystery surrounding his wife's death. This book may gain additional significance once the sequel is released, though its exact impact on the story remains to be seen.
For those interested in Tarantino's body of work, you can explore the director's reflections on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and how it compares to his other films. Additionally, our original review of the movie awarded it a 7.8 out of 10.
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