Quentin Tarantino's 'The Shadow'

[WyldeMan45]

“Quentin Tarantino’s The Shadow.” I like the sound of that. Pajiba reports that Tarantino is currently in discussions to direct an adaptation of the pulp superhero The Shadow if he’s not attached already. Pajiba also reports that Tarantino is also attached to co-write, which wouldn’t be a surprise since Tarantino has yet to direct a movie where he wasn’t responsible for the script. Pajiba’s source on this one is the highly-trustworthy “Hollywood Cog” and a movie based on a pulp magazine hero who “knows what evil lies in the hearts of men,” sounds like something Tarantino could work wonders with.

Of course, there are many contradicting factors to consider. In January, we reported that Sam Raimi was producing and might direct an re-adaptation of The Shadow. The character no longer had the stink of the 1994 Alec Baldwin flick upon him and was ready to return to the big screen. This new version would reportedly be a hard-R flick with scenes like “A man thrown into meat grinder and coming out as ground beef on the other side.” In March, there was word that The Twilight Saga: Eclipse director David Slade may take the helm, but Slade told Steve in June that he wasn’t doing the movie and that it was just a rumor. It’s possible, despite the Cog’s impressive track record, that this is just a rumor as well or wishful-studio-thinking at best.

As for Tarantino, he’s also reportedly considering:

* A medieval movie starring Helen Mirren
* An Inglourious Basterds prequel
* Kill Bill 3

And perhaps various other projects that haven’t are still under wraps. But what he chooses to do next, it will obviously be worth our full-attention.

[lobosrul]

* A medieval movie starring Helen Mirren

Helen Mirren in a medieval QT movie.

[WyldeMan45]

Originally Posted by lobosrul

* a medieval movie starring helen mirren

helen mirren in a medieval qt movie.

This was reported back in January.

“it will feature his trademarks – bloody violence and foul language. Helen has never worked with tarantino and is interested. If the film goes into production it’s likely she will play a part.”

[OrlandoEastwood]

Well, Tarantino did say that Kill Bill 3 wasn't his next film, but the next film after his next.

[WyldeMan45]

Originally Posted by OrlandoEastwood

Well, Tarantino did say that Kill Bill 3 wasn't his next film, but the next film after his next.

I thought just 3 years ago or so, QT said KB3 would be in another 10 to 15 years or so because he wanted it to focus on Vivica Fox's daughter grown up and coming for revenge. Which IMO, just means he should do it now and cast someone older lol. But it is QT so his mind doesn't work like the rest of ours.

I think of all his movie ideas, his slave movie sounded the absolute best. And I guess that is already fallen of his radar after such a short amount of time?

[OrlandoEastwood]

Well, it was like 10 years after Kill Bill that he wanted to do it. Since the girl was like around 5 - 8 years old at the time. So, 2013 or 2014 would be when it's gets released if it gets made.

[SpiderBaby]

Originally Posted by WyldeMan45

I think of all his movie ideas, his slave movie sounded the absolute best. And I guess that is already fallen of his radar after such a short amount of time?

That was an idea for another Grindhouse feature I believe. So I think that has fallen off the radar.

With that being said, I don't think this Shadow thing is nothing more than just a rumor.

[tommyboy81]

Cool. I was wondering if anybody was going to attempt to make another one.

[Moefiz]

I really hope this is true...would be interesting to see what QT does with a superhero...

[KingBing]

Can't wait to check this out. QT is one of my favorite directors!

[RocShemp]

Like all things Tarantino, I'll believe it when I see it.

That said, I'd be all for it if it does happen.

[nathanp]

Whatever QT decides to do next, I know I'll be in line on opening night. One of the few directors to get excited about every single time out.