David Fincher and Brad Pitt are reportedly set to collaborate again, this time to bring to life a sequel to Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. According to The Playlist, this unexpected project is slated for Netflix, further cementing Fincher's ongoing partnership with the streaming service. If all goes as planned, the yet-to-be-titled sequel will feature Pitt reprising his role as the stuntman Cliff Booth.
The journey of this script to Fincher's hands is quite intriguing. It is said to be a refined version of Tarantino's earlier project, The Movie Critic, which was initially considered for his final film before being shelved. Tarantino, however, remains committed to the concept and has entrusted Fincher with its realization.
The Playlist reports that Netflix has secured the screenplay for $20 million, with a projected budget of $200 million. Filming is expected to commence in California in July, just three months away. While no additional casting has been confirmed, it's noted that Leonardo DiCaprio will not return as Rick Dalton. Both Fincher and Pitt are prioritizing this sequel over their other commitments.
Deadline has also confirmed the development of this sequel, noting that Pitt received Tarantino's approval to share the script with Fincher, leading to this exciting new venture.
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Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, which debuted in 2019, is widely regarded as a stellar addition to Tarantino's oeuvre. The anticipated sequel, potentially titled Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2, faces the challenge of living up to its predecessor's legacy. The original film concluded decisively, but its universe has been further explored in other media.
In 2021, Tarantino released a novelization of the movie, which not only recounted the film's events but also delved deeper into the 1960s California setting. The book shed light on aspects of Cliff Booth's backstory, including the mystery surrounding his wife's death. This novelization is likely to gain additional significance once the sequel is released, though its exact role in the new narrative remains to be seen.
For more insights into Tarantino's body of work, you can explore his views on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and how it compares to his other films. Additionally, our original review of the movie scored it a 7.8 out of 10.
