Short Circuit [remake]

[Krakalakachkn]

I feel like this is a bold move.

 

Tim Hill ("Hop") has signed on to direct the remake of 80's classic "Short Circuit" at Dimension Films reports Deadline.

 

The original followed a robot named Johnny 5 who develops human feelings after being struck by lightning. Two years ago Steve Carr was to direct from Dan Milano's script.

 

Hill though will now supervise the writing of a new screenplay, effectively putting the remake back on the drawing board. David Foster, Ryan E. Heppe and John Hyde will produce.

[reyler]

If they keep more or less the original Johnny Five design, how long do you think it will take before some know-nothing accuses them of ripping off WALL-E?

[Krakalakachkn]

Almost immediately.

[brujah]

I loved Short Circuit when I was a kid. I cant see a remake being anygood, until I see it for myself. Its not a movie that I think a remake would do well(until proven wrong.)

I thought the Beetlejuice sequel they were doing was actually gonna be a remake. Now that would be a good movie to remake, IMO.