Margot Robbie to reportedly star in Tim Burton's ‘Attack of the Fifty Foot Woman' at Warner Bros.
While Warner Bros. has yet to confirm the casting, sources close to the project suggest Robbie and her production company LuckyChap are expected to be involved.
First announced in early 2024, the film is planned as a modern reimagining of the 1958 sci-fi cult classic. The original starred Allison Hayes as a wealthy heiress who grows to enormous size after an encounter with an alien spacecraft. The updated version will be directed by Burton, with the film currently in development stages.
Gillian Flynn, known for writing Gone Girl, was previously attached to the screenplay. Her original draft reportedly remains the foundation, but due to other commitments, she will not be returning for additional revisions. Warner Bros. is now searching for a new screenwriter to continue developing the script.
The possible reunion between Robbie and Warner Bros. follows the commercial success of Barbie and signals potential momentum for the film, should it move forward. Burton, known for his distinct visual style, is also working on other projects, including a rumoured animated feature.
Although no production start date has been confirmed, industry speculation continues to grow around this unusual pairing of star and director.
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