As an ardent cinephile and die-hard fan of the Ocean’s trilogy, I’ve traversed the cinematic landscape for over three decades, from the gritty streets of New York to the glamorous casinos of Las Vegas. The news about a potential Ocean’s Fourteen has left me in a state of unbridled excitement and apprehension, much like how Danny Ocean must have felt before executing his intricate heist plans.
At the Venice Film Festival, several movies set for late 2024 have been identified as noteworthy additions to your calendar. The dark comedy titled “Wolfs” is generating a lot of buzz due to its star-studded cast featuring George Clooney and Brad Pitt. This reunion might spark excitement among fans of the heist film “Ocean’s Eleven,” who have been eagerly waiting for another sequel to one of the most popular films from the 2000s to materialize. There are rumors swirling that “Ocean’s Fourteen” could be in development, with a potential new director potentially reviving the story of Danny Ocean and his crew of thieves. This has me contemplating whether I’m ready for another adventure with this iconic group
Ocean’s 14’s New Director Has Me Questioning This Next Sequel
Regarding the rumor about Edward Berger possibly directing the new Ocean’s sequel, as reported by Deadline, I must admit that it raises some doubts in me, not because of any doubt in his directorial abilities. His work on Netflix’s All Quiet on the Western Front and the upcoming Vatican thriller Conclave demonstrate a skilled hand behind the camera. However, given the distinct differences between these projects and the Ocean’s series, I find myself uncertain about how well the style of these films might translate to this heist franchise
As a dedicated admirer of the “Ocean’s Eleven” series, I find it concerning that Steven Soderbergh, the original director, is not involved in this new project. Across three exceptional films, the trilogy – which began with a modern take on the Rat Pack’s “Ocean’s 11” – was undeniably his creative vision
Yet, it wasn’t just unfortunate, but Don Cheadle’s latest “Ocean’s Fourteen” tale stirred memories of Bernie Mac’s premature demise. This unfortunate event had previously halted plans for a third sequel. Furthermore, Carl Reiner’s 2020 passing has left another vacancy to be filled in the cast lineup
Despite my reservations openly expressed, I am surprisingly open to the idea of another Ocean’s heist. While it might appear simple to argue against it, certain aspects make it more inviting to look forward to this possible sequel or legacy film with optimism
Why I’m Keeping An Open Mind For The Moment
Moving back to the topic about Edward Berger possibly directing “Ocean’s Fourteen”, it’s definitely a cause for excitement. This assumption is backed by the recently unveiled trailer for “Conclave”, which appears to be a thrilling mystery that seems tailor-made for me. Although I haven’t watched either “Conclave” or “All Quiet on the Western Front” beyond their trailers, I can assure you that Mr. Berger’s handling of color and visual elements in dramas like these is quite sharp
Additionally, it’s worth mentioning that Steven Soderbergh has shown great versatility by moving between different genres. His fame wasn’t only earned through films like the Ocean’s Trilogy and Out of Sight; his work in dramas and thrillers such as sex, lies, and videotape and Side Effects also significantly demonstrated his filmmaking abilities
What’s particularly thrilling is a potential aspect that Matt Damon emphasized, which might have been fulfilled: the availability of a compelling Ocean’s Fourteen script to make it all worthwhile. It seems this has been planned since last fall, as The Boys in the Boat director, George Clooney, mentioned during an interview with Uproxx that “a really good Ocean’s script” was already at hand
Well, it seems I might be more interested in an Ocean’s Fourteen than I initially believed. To tell you the truth, I’m quite excited about that upcoming Ocean’s Eleven prequel featuring Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie. But, who knows if that project will still move forward if this potential new sequel gains traction?
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2024-09-06 02:08