A script for a new Frankenstein film has been kicking around since August of last year. The writer behind the script is Max Landis, the same writer who produced the recent blockbuster film Chronicle. Landis’ script is said to have utilized more science fiction tropes than the traditional Mary Shelley story.
Shawn Levy, director behind Real Steel, Night at the Museum, and Date Night, was expected to take creative charge on the film, transforming the script into a cinematic experience.
However, according to Vulture, “…Fox recently balked at making Levy’s planned remake of Frankenstein at an $80 million budget…†Since Chronicle only held a budget of $15 million, one can see why Fox would be so hesitant to fund an $80 million project – that’s quite a leap of finances, no matter how well Chronicle did in theaters. So, for now, we must remain content with traditional Frankenstein costumes, but maybe soon we’ll see some science fiction cyborg Frankenstein groaning onto the silver screen.
“but maybe soon we’ll see some science fiction cyborg Frankenstein groaning onto the silver screen”
Didn’t you see that “POS” Frankenstein from Universal’s Van Helsing?! Good call FOX, good call!