Johnny Depp shared he’s already pondering of how to make the long-lasting curmudgeon Ebenezer Scrooge his personal.
The actor — who is about to make a giant return to Hollywood by way of Ti West’s iteration of the Charles Dickens basic, titled “Ebenezer: A Christmas Carol” — made it clear he wasn’t saying “bah, humbug” to character preparation forward of manufacturing. The truth is, he advised Leisure Tonight on Tuesday that he was trying to take “a distinct angle on Scrooge,” given so many individuals have already tackled the character earlier than.
But, he famous there was one previous portrayal of Scrooge that impressed him — Alastair Sim’s tackle the “A Christmas Carol” protagonist, who he portrayed within the 1951 British movie, “Scrooge.”
“It’s one in every of my favourite movies of all time. His efficiency is perfection,” Depp advised the outlet on the Beverly Hills premiere for his second directorial effort, “Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Insanity.”
Phrase of Depp’s new position broke again in October, the place it was confirmed that Depp, West and Andrea Riseborough have been connected to the brand new vacation undertaking. Tramell Tillman and Ian McKellen have been additionally introduced as forged members on Tuesday, although, their respective roles have but to be disclosed
As we beforehand reported, Nathaniel Halpern wrote the script, whereas Emma Watts is producing and Stephen Deuters and Jason Forman are govt producing.
“An exciting ghost story set in Dickens’ London, following one man’s supernatural journey to face his previous, current and future and struggle for a second likelihood,” the official logline reads.
It’s stated Paramount is eyeing a Nov. 13, 2026 launch date.
“Modi: Three Days on the Wing of Insanity” is in choose theaters beginning November 7 and accessible on demand December 12.
