A Jaws 3D Remake – No, We’re Not Kidding (Well… Maybe)
Feb 8, 2010 by Paul YoungJust when you thought it was safe to go into the theater…
Universal Pictures has apparently given up on trying to make original motion pictures based …
Just when you thought it was safe to go into the theater…
Universal Pictures has apparently given up on trying to make original motion pictures based on new ideas because the only thing they seem eager to do lately is remake their classic monster movies. First they unwrapped the Mummy from his tomb, then they announced the Creature from the Black Lagoon would be rising from the murky depths once more, The Wolfman comes out this weekend and most recently they announced the leads for The Thing prequel.
Think they’re done? Not by a long shot, my friends.
Now comes some information via an unconfirmed source from Cinema Blend inside Universal Pictures that they intend to go into the water once more and bring Jaws back to the big screen. Oh yeah, of course they are talking about 3D as well. This isn’t the first time the studio has attempted a 3D version of the greatest horror film ever set in the sea: Back in 1983, when 3D glasses had blue and red lenses, Jaws 3D came out and was set in the Sea World theme park in Orlando, Florida.
Now, it’s bad enough that they might remake a complete classic that doesn’t need to be remade but check out whose name is being thrown around to replace Richard Dreyfuss in the role of scientist Matt Hooper: Comedian Tracy Morgan (Cop Out). Oh man… Let the party begin! I wonder if I can buy tickets for this movie on Fandango yet *eye roll*?
Now this is from an unconfirmed source who contacted Cinema Blend, so file this under rumor and possible B.S. But really, considering the recent spate of reboots AND 3D mania it doesn’t seem out of the question.
I surely hope that doesn’t happen. Hooper is a scientist and if Morgan is cast to play him, it will be the 3rd worst casting of a person to play a scientist I have ever seen. The first would be Tara Reid as Dr. Aline Cedrac in Alone in the Dark and second is Denise Richards as Dr. Christmas Jones in The World is Not Enough. Talk about an actor stretching their ability past what they are able to do!
Moving on to the obvious VFX for the shark, it would most likely be entirely CGI and because it’s cheaper to convert a film in post to 3D than to film with special cameras, chances are the 3D will not be all that impressive. But why should a little thing like cinematic integrity stop Universal from making a quick buck? Let’s assume they spent $100 million on the production and another $25 million to market, with worldwide sales thrown into box office numbers now, Universal would most likely recoup their investment to the tune of $200 million or more. Why is that? The extra cost for 3D of course! All those extra $3 per ticket fees add up mighty quick – just ask James Cameron.
I’ll go on record right now saying that if Universal goes through with this Jaws 3D remake, then I will not go see it. I don’t care who they get to direct or star in it. Speaking of directors, who wants to take bets that they tap an unknown or little known director to cut his (inexpensive) teeth on this film?
What are your thoughts on a possible Jaws remake in 3D? Does it make you sad to know that almost all original ideas in Hollywood are disappearing fast?
Source: Cinema Blend
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Does someone have Al-Qaida number ? WTC wasen't a good target at all, they should hit Hollywood.
While hollywood is making a lot of remakes of films and arguably many of them don’t need to be remake… I think Jaws does.
Now Jaws is a beloved film to me, but because it was made in 1973/74 everything about it just looks dated dated DATED!.
I never cared about how fake the shark looks, that’s never been a big deal, but whnever you watch Jaws it just screams “1970s!”
70′s haircuts, 70′s clothing, 70′s shark videogame, 70′s technology (no computer or internet or cellphones, 70′s sonar technology, 40′s weapon (M` garand
All they would need to make this a fresh and original remake would be make a similar score, a decent CGI shark, nice conservative characters, and a lot of both suspense and gore.
You are out of you mind. Jaws is still one of the few old horror classics that is STILL scary to this day.
It’s one of the few movies that’s already perfect as is. This movie definately does not need a remake, much less a crappy 3D remake.
I really hope this 3D fad dies out soon.
The original Jaws didn't need the shark, or the film to be in 3D to be great. It had a great story, great director, great cast and a great score behind it. How do they expect to remake that well?
“Jaws” is one of those films I would classify as “off-limits” due to the fact that the original was done as well as can be imagined, and is still a damn scary film today as much as it was when it opened.
No, there absolutely no legitimate excuse for this to be re-made.
If this is true, they'll probably reveal the shark in the first ten minutes, completely ignoring decades worth of film discussion over the tension generated from not seeing it for nearly the entire film length.
Jaws is just one of those films that shouldn't be remade.
Jaws is one of my favorite movies of all time. I simply love it. The fact that the Shark broke down and caused them to push the reveal added to the films integrity. Now if they do a remake, I hope to god they at least give this film the credit it deserves. We need a top director, writers and cast. CGI would have to be done very well and forget the entire 3-D concept, that's just pathetic and insulting to the original. I can't wait for some of these new 3-D films to flop so that studios finally see how stupid it is to try and throw 3-D into a film when it has no purpose just because Avatar was done so well.
I like Tracy Morgan in 30 Rock, but if he played a scientist in this……..pathetic.
If you do Jaws remake, do it right.
Studios these days wouldnt recognize an UNTOUCHABLE CLASSIC if it were to swim up and bite em on the ass.
I agree, leave Jaws alone. Although as you say, if it does come out in 3D, it's sure to be a massive hit. Money talks, yet again.
I would seriously boycott this film if they try to make it. This is a classic and a perfect movie. It didn't rely on state of the special fx or anything to that matter. If they go through what you posted on her making a 3D(which they already did and it was terrible) they will kill the movie. This idea sounds disgusting..
Any Jaws film other than the first is a piece of garbage. Steven Spielberg was only involved with the first, so there's your reason right there. Jaws didn't need sequels and definitely does NOT need a remake… Especially not in 3D with Tracy Morgan!!! This has to be one of THE worst movie ideas I have heard in awhile. Did they not learn the first time? The 3D Jaws movie BOMBED, didn't it? Why would they try it again?
This is something that I thought even Hollywood wouldnt attempt. To me this film is untouchable and SHOULD NEVER be attempted again.
Not only is it a rare example of the film being better that the book, it is also an example of blockbuster filmmaker before the soul was taken out of the Hollywood summer. There are excellent character arcs (Brody), great relationships (Brody-Hooper-Quint) and it stands up to the test of time (if you ignore some of the hair cuts!).
No, no, no, no, no, no, no!
I will NOT be seing this and will have no respect for anyone that does!
If anything they should be making a USS Indianapolis movie!
HELL YEAH BRING ON JAWS TO FINALLY KILL THIS CRAP MOVE TO 3D HOLLYWOOD IS TRYING FORCE FEED US!!!!!
Wow. That is funny. Not in a “haha” way, but in an ironic way.
I just said about a JAWS reboot/remake, and how it would be completely ridiculous, in the article about MR. and Mrs. Smith.
My stomach is turnaaaaahhhhhh…….too late……I feel sick….Jaws 3D (1983) was like a giant straw….
Jaws 3D was a classic of the genre, even surpassing the original in terms of character development, tension and special effects. The gag corpse, visible green screens and Simon McCorkindale still haunt my night terrors to this day.
Jaws 3D was a classic of the genre, even surpassing the original in terms of character development, tension and special effects. The gag corpse, visible green screens and Simon McCorkindale still haunt my night terrors to this day.
Ian McShane as Quint and I'd get behind this…
People who think this NEEDS to be remade are idiots. Most people at the studio KNOW this doesn’t need to be remade!! So what are they remaking it? I’ll give you one gue$$. They havea goldmine with the title alone and they know full well that people will be curious to see it regardless of how crap it is. You will never ever ever top the original, there is no way in hell that it will ever happen. I say wait for it to be released and then watch it illegally through streaming sites! I’m not going to fund anymore of their rubbish.
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according to BACK TO THE FUTURE – Jaws 3D came out last saturday 05/07/2010
i think jaws will be hard to remake but who could play quint or hooper, the graphics would be brilliant and the gory moments like quints death could be improved graphics wise and the reality of the film could be changed
They would have to take the cast seriously & not be casting comedians but real & solid actors! For a quick example I think sean connery would be ok for quint.
I have been anxiously waiting for them to remake Jaws. I love that movie, I’ve watched it a hundred times. The fact that Stephen is staying involved tells me it’s going to be good. Also, I have been wishing they would remake it with the new 3D & hope they follow through. Sorry, but I am looking forward to it, and want to give the potential actors a chance before deciding they are incapable of pulling it off.
I think this is a horrible idea! No One Can replace Quint,Brody and Hooper! Tracy morgan as hooper?? Seriously. Jaws is a classic that should be left alone. They need to start thinking of new idea’s instead of remaking and ruining classics. Terrible
I would welcome a remake if they change the story to follow the book.The affair between Brody’s wife and Hooper would be fun…Adds tension to the boat ride. Also having Hooper killed would be fun also…poetic justice…Love to see what cgs do to it..Also hope they use talented established stars. Brad Pitt (Hooper) Angelina Jolie Mrs. Brody
I would Love Love Love to see a new Jaws movie maybe not a remake, to be honest I dont believe they can make it any better! If they pick up where they left off that might be good, maybe with one of the Brody Grandkids! Just a thought! Whatever they do Im sure I will love just not as much as I love the CLASSIC!
I agree with making a uss indianappolis movie.
you know, if universal wants to make big bucks, they would bring Jaws (the original) back into theaters(for a limited time)…why try to out do a classic? It cant and wont ever be topped, however, they can come close ONLY with the right actors.Universal needs to start coming up with their own original ideas and stop taking pages from geniuses. Tracy Morgan must not be part of this production, if this remake ever takes flight. Jaws would turn into a comedy if he was part of this film.:(
Im not terribly upset by a possible jaws remake.The original Jaws is my all time favorite film.That aside,Hollywood is a complete waste of time and space today.Evey time you turn around its seems that they are either remaking an old classic,or a movie in which the message is man is destroying the world “THIS IS HOW YOU SHOULD LIVE YOU STUPID UNEDUCATED SHEEP!!”The arrogance of these elitist hollywood morons is what is really destroying the industry.As for the casting of the characters,well if Tracy Morgan is cast as Hopper,well this is an obvious move because for some reason you need to put a black person in a lead part.This tells us they care more about that then a GOOD film.Now,if they cast Denzel Washington,Will Smith or Don Cheadle.These choices would say to the audience that this will probably be a really good movie because these guy are rarely in a crap movie.
Jaws was my first favorite movie, and this was as a little kid of 5 years old. Being 28 now I agree that it doesn’t need to be remade but if they do keep it away from the 3D, I’m open up to the idea of the Cohen brothers directing it and sticking closer to the Benchley novel with a some slight changes, there the only ones in Hollywood that I have faith in to make it a classic in their own right, just look at True Grit.