As a movie enthusiast who has witnessed the ebb and flow of various film franchises over the decades, I must say that this latest announcement regarding the return of The Wayans Brothers to the Scary Movie franchise is nothing short of exhilarating. It’s like a long-lost reunion with old friends who have finally come home after a prolonged absence.
If Miramax and Paramount Pictures aim to rekindle fans’ interest in the Scary Movie series, this is the strategy to adopt. The Wayans Brothers, who parted ways with the franchise following Scary Movie 2 in 2001, are making a comeback to the series they originally developed after more than two decades. This marks a significant return for them, as they will now have the opportunity to rejuvenate the brand for a new audience, reflecting their earlier mistreatment when the franchise switched hands due to the Weinstein brothers and Dimension Films.
By the given deadline, Miramax and Paramount Pictures are leading the development of the upcoming “Scary Movie”. This was initially unveiled at CinemaCon, and the Wayans brothers have been enlisted to contribute to the fresh script for this film. The production is tentatively set to start in the coming year, with plans for a widespread cinematic release. In addition to their writing roles, the Wayans brothers will also serve as producers, with Rick Alvarez offering further screenwriting assistance.
Upon learning of the reboot, many fans eagerly anticipated the potential involvement of Marlon Wayans, Shawn Wayans, and Keenen Ivory Wayans, as their presence had been sorely missed by the franchise since Scary Movie 2. The initial two movies were a family production, with Keenen Ivory Wayans both writing and directing the first two films, while Marlon and Shawn took on co-writing duties and played prominent roles. In discussing the project’s launch, Miramax executive Jonathan Glickman expressed his desire to reunite this talented family.
As a die-hard fan, I can’t contain my excitement! It’s an absolute pleasure to share that the Wayans brothers, the genius minds behind the Scary Movie franchise we all adore, are coming together again. The timing couldn’t be more perfect for us to bring back this series to grace our movie screens once more. I feel incredibly fortunate that Keenen, Marlon, and Shawn will be using their unique comedic genius to share this hilarious adventure with audiences worldwide!
The Wayans Brothers Turned Scary Movie Into a Major Hit
In the scorching summer of 2000, the movie titled “Scary Movie” became a monumental hit, raking in an impressive $278 million worldwide from a meager budget of $19 million. Notably, its staggering $42.5 million opening was then the largest for an R-rated horror film and marked a landmark debut for a black filmmaker at the box office. In quick succession, a sequel, “Scary Movie 2“, hit the screens in 2001. Despite not matching the financial success of its predecessor, it still managed to gross $141.2 million globally against a production budget of $45 million. Regrettably, plans for a third film were set into motion, with The Wayans brothers initially expecting to be part of it. However, their involvement unfortunately did not materialize in the most unscrupulous manner.
More recently, Marlon disclosed that Harvey and Bob Weinstein seized control of the third movie and the franchise, even though they had built upon an idea initially presented by the Wayans. Marlon stated, “They said, ‘We love it. We’re going to make an offer.'”, but when the offer came, it was for the same compensation as they received for the first two films, disregarding their growing financial success. Dissatisfied with the lowball offer, the brothers declined, only to be taken aback when Scary Movie 3 was released, directed by David Zucker and a new writing team, bearing an uncanny resemblance to the concept they had proposed to them earlier.
“Every harmful action you inflicted upon me and my family when you transferred the franchise from us to someone else without our knowledge or consent, because we couldn’t reach an agreement. Eventually, they gave it to another person without informing us, and we only found out about it in the news.
Over five “Scary Movie” films, the series has earned more than $896 million globally. Although the Wayans brothers weren’t part of movies three to five, it’s fantastic that this fresh opportunity allows them to revive what was once theirs and breathe new life into it. It’s not always easy for past mistakes to be corrected, but this one has been a long time coming. In an announcement, the Wayans team expresses their eagerness to reunite for this project and are also eager to embark on this new adventure with Miramax.
We’re absolutely thrilled to rejoin the latest ‘Scary Movie’ project and collaborate once more. This franchise dates back over two decades, and we recall audiences roaring with laughter in the cinemas. We eagerly anticipate recapturing that joy. Working alongside Jonathan Glickman and his Miramax team seems like a wonderful double reunion – bringing those laughs back to the big screen where they truly belong.
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2024-10-29 21:01