As a dedicated cinephile who has spent countless hours delving into the vast world of cinema, I can confidently say that Bruce Willis‘ versatility often gets overlooked by casual fans due to his action-packed roles. However, his comedic prowess, particularly in films like “Blind Date” and “Look Who’s Talking,” has left an indelible mark on my heart.
Due to Bruce Willis gaining fame for his action roles after the worldwide success of Die Hard, people often overlook the fact that he was hilarious in his prime and started out in comedy. For instance, fans of the show Moonlighting have been thrilled with its release on streaming platforms. Interestingly, Willis’ first major film role was actually in the screwball comedy Blind Date, directed by Blake Edwards. Additionally, he gained more popularity by voicing a baby in two films of the series Look Who’s Talking during the 1980s. However, these movies weren’t among Willis’ best performances. Consequently, I have my doubts about director Amy Heckerling’s intention to create another one.
I’m an enormous Bruce Willis fan. I even wrote an entire book celebrating the actor’s versatility in movies, because I think he unfairly gets pigeonholed as an action star (which he is), because he’s capable of so much more. The Look Who’s Talking movies were tolerable because of Willis’ comedic timing as Mikey, a child caught up in the demented romance between the frazzled Kirstie Alley and the smooth John Travolta. SPeaking with Empire Magazine, original director Amy Heckerling teased a possible fourth movie, telling the outlet that she was actively working on a script set in the series, and confirming:
It’s uncertain whether this will turn into a popular trend, but I’m definitely enthusiastic about it! I haven’t finished exploring all the aspects of [Look Who’s Talking] just yet.
Initially, the idea took off following the success of one film, but Look Who’s Talking. However, the studio rushed to create another installment without a proper plan or script, even after the first movie. Roseanne Barr was brought in as the voice for Mikey’s sister Julie, and we also welcomed Damon Wayans as a new character, along with Mel Brooks voicing a character named Mr. Toilet Man.
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The franchise, particularly in the late 80s and early 90s, turned out to be quite challenging and isn’t really worth revisiting, given that a fourth “Look Who’s Talking” wouldn’t feature Bruce Willis. His impeccable comedic delivery as the character, Mikey, was the series’ standout element. Unfortunately, Willis has retired from acting due to his struggle with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD), a condition that impacts speech abilities. Therefore, it seems highly inappropriate and disrespectful to attempt making another movie without him. In my opinion, it would be an error of monumental proportions.
I’m keeping my fingers crossed that Amy Heckerling’s reboot of “Look Who’s Talking” doesn’t move forward in the production process. There are many other projects out there that deserve the talent and attention of a creative mind like hers, and I don’t want to see this series progress without Bruce Willis. Frankly, it would be a shame. Time will tell, but I hope a year from now we’re discussing something completely new for everyone involved in “Talking”.
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2024-12-17 23:38