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comedyfreak · 09-03-2008, 08:13 AM

Kevin Eastman Talks Live-Action TMNT

"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" co-creator Kevin Eastman has confirmed the rumors that Imagi and Warner Bros. are in talks to develop a new live-action movie based on the characters. He posted the following at HeavyMetal.com:

Yes, it is true. Although the CGI film did well enough to warrent a sequel, there has been much talk between Imagi and Warners to do a better "re-invention" (newest Hollywood buzzword) of the TMNT's, in a live action film--like what was done with Batman. Back to basics, back to the origin and the intro of the Shredder, etc...there have been talks, trips to Northampton to talk to Mr Laird, and discussions with the original "first" TMNT film director Steve Barron to come back and do it right--but no official word yet...will keep you posted. Best, Kevin

The CG-animated movie TMNT, which was released in March of 2007, earned $95 million worldwide compared to its $34 million budget.

TJL · 09-03-2008, 11:59 AM

They just did the CGI movie. How much more re-inventions do they need to do?

catlover79 · 09-03-2008, 01:45 PM

Talk about milking a franchise for every penny...

Amanda Woodward · 09-05-2008, 12:15 AM

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09-03-2008, 08:13 AM	#1
comedyfreak Cheers! Forum Fanatic Join Date: Dec 14, 2005 Location: Sunny California Posts: 11,061	Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Back? Kevin Eastman Talks Live-Action TMNT "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" co-creator Kevin Eastman has confirmed the rumors that Imagi and Warner Bros. are in talks to develop a new live-action movie based on the characters. He posted the following at HeavyMetal.com: Yes, it is true. Although the CGI film did well enough to warrent a sequel, there has been much talk between Imagi and Warners to do a better "re-invention" (newest Hollywood buzzword) of the TMNT's, in a live action film--like what was done with Batman. Back to basics, back to the origin and the intro of the Shredder, etc...there have been talks, trips to Northampton to talk to Mr Laird, and discussions with the original "first" TMNT film director Steve Barron to come back and do it right--but no official word yet...will keep you posted. Best, Kevin The CG-animated movie TMNT, which was released in March of 2007, earned $95 million worldwide compared to its $34 million budget.
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09-03-2008, 11:59 AM	#2
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09-05-2008, 12:15 AM	#4
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