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Posted by Dominic von Riedemann Jun 9, 2008 |
During a round-table discussion with WALL-E writer/director Andrew Stanton (the same one The Pixar Blog was at), he confirmed that he is finally bringing the long-awaited John Carter of Mars movie to the silver screen.
After the interview was officially concluded, I couldn't resist asking Stanton whether the rumour that he was working on Edgar Rice Burroughs' John Carter of Mars for the silver screen was true (Burroughs also created the iconic pulp fiction series Tarzan).
"Yes, I am currently working on John Carter of Mars," replied.
At which point, MB1000 from The Pixar Blog asked him to confirm that statement, and Stanton replied, into our tape recorders, "I am writing John Carter of Mars right now."
Given that Stanton had such a good time directing Fred Willard and various extras for the live-action component of WALL-E, it's likely that he will also take on directing chores for the flick. Not only that, if the first film does well, Stanton may try for a trilogy.
And no, Jon Favreau is not involved in this movie at this time. He was part of the recent attempt by Paramount to adapt the film, and has no current role with Pixar.
This will not only mark the first time that Pixar will use live actors in starring roles, but will break the nearly 80 year old curse on any John Carter of Mars adaptations.
I'll keep on gathering news on this story as it develops. Exciting times ahead to be sure.
P.S. - The Walt Disney Company has requested an embargo on any reviews until WALL-E hits theatres on June 27th, so I cannot talk about the film until then. Therefore, I cannot confirm nor deny that the linked article is an accurate assessment of the flick.