Key Takeaways:
– Legendary producer Roger Corman and MPCA CEO Brad Krevoy are joining forces to reboot Corman’s 1960 classic, ‘The Little Shop of Horrors.’
– The reboot is titled ‘Little Shop of Halloween Horrors,’ directed by renowned filmmaker Joe Dante.
– Gremlins 2 and Matinee writer Charles S. Haas has penned the screenplay; however, detailed plot points are still under wraps.
– The project aims to kickstart a new franchise and hopes to build upon the popularity of its original and its musical adaptation.
– Airing tonight, Shudder and AMC+ will showcase a special edition of The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs, which honors Roger Corman.
Enter the New Era of Horror: ‘Little Shop of Halloween Horrors’
Horror enthusiasts, brace yourselvesbfor a treat as the legendary filmmaker Roger Corman and Motion Picture Corporation America (MPCA) CEO Brad Krevoy have announced their collaboration. Their project? A reboot of Corman’s iconic 1960’s flick, ‘The Little Shop of Horrors,’ according to entertainment news portal, JoBlo.
‘Corman & Krevoy’: Horror Classics Revived
Titled as ‘Little Shop of Halloween Horrors,’ the reboot is anticipated to be a fresh dive into horror with prominent director Joe Dante steering the ship. Dante’s past work includes acclaimed horror and comedy titles such as Piranha, The Howling, and Gremlins, positioning him as an excellent fit for the reboot’s homage to the vintage classic.
Behind the Spooktacular Script
Scripting for this reboot has been entrusted to Charles S. Haas, the writer behind ‘Gremlins 2’ and ‘Matinee.’ Although actual plot details remain undisclosed, audiences can expect the same spooktacular charm as the original plot which centered on the character Seymour Krelboined. A quaint flower shop employee by day, Seymour moonlights as the creator of a carnivorous plant species named Audrey Junior. Ensuing hilarity and horror are expected to be brilliantly captured in the reboot.
A New Franchise in the Making?
The ambition behind the ‘Little Shop of Halloween Horrors’ is not just to breathe new life into a beloved classic, but also hopefully lay the foundation for a fresh horror franchise. The original ‘Little Shop of Horrors’ was famously filmed in a mere two days, setting an impressive precedent for the reboot.
A Tribute to the Man Behind the Classics
In related news, a special edition of ‘The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs’ will honor Corman tonight on Shudder and AMC+. The soon to be 98-year-old Corman’s illustrious career includes directing over 70 movies and producing more than 300 in a span of seven decades. Among the featured films in the tribute include ‘A Bucket of Blood’ and ‘Deathstalker.’
‘Little Shop of Halloween Horrors’: What to Expect?
This substantial setup has certainly laid the groundwork for elevated expectations. Fans of the original ‘Little Shop of Horrors’, its popular musical adaptation, and Joe Dante’s directorial brilliance are eagerly anticipating the new direction ‘Little Shop of Halloween Horrors’ will take.
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In concluded anticipation, tonight’s tribute, the upcoming reboot, and the potential franchise initiation all serve as a testament to Roger Corman’s extensive influence in the realm of innovative horror. The legacy continues with ‘Little Shop of Halloween Horrors.’ Keep a keen eye on this rejuvenated classic, it might just be your new favorite spookfest!
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