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Originally Posted by keg in kc
Their problem with bankable stars is identical to their problem with new franchises versus existing IPs. They inhibit the potential growth of their own properties by always going with known quantities.
Take Avatar and the risk inherent there. James Cameron is obviously the biggest name involved, but Sigourney Weaver is basically the only major name star in the film.
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The VFX were the "Star" of Avatar. Sam Worthington cost $3 million for that film. The VFX cost more than $300 million dollars.
There are plenty of "original" films coming out every year, so personally, I don't think there's a problem with updating a classic hero like The Lone Ranger, especially when he's been all but forgotten to modern audiences.
I doubt they'll make a film on the same level as "True Grit" but it should have broad appeal, nonetheless.
Oh and get ready for the "Terminator" reboot. Universal and Justin Lin, who's been hired to direct the Highlander remake, are days away from an announcement, so I'm told.