A remake of a classic musical Chitti Chitti Bang Bang Amazon-MGM Studios and “James Bond” backer Eon Productions are producing the film.
The film is in the early stages of development, with Eon and Amazon executives meeting with potential writers and directors. It is intended to be released in theaters.
Dick Van Dyke Starring in the 1968 original work Chitti Chitti Bang BangA musical fantasy film for kids, based on the children’s book by the creator of James Bond Ian Fleming.
directed by Ken Hughesproducer Albert “Bear” Broccoli And by Roald DahlHughes and Richard MaibaumThe story follows eccentric, widowed inventor Caractacus Potts (Deck) and his children as they salvage a scrapped racing car with magical powers in pre-war England. The film’s title song was nominated for an Oscar.
Chitti Chitti Bang Bang The play was also adapted into a stage musical, which features six new songs by the Sherman Brothers, who composed the music for the film.
The play premiered in London in 2002 and opened on Broadway in 2005.
The project continues the partnership between Amazon MGM and Eon Productions, which is responsible for bringing the Bond franchise to the big screen.
I never knew this children’s book was written by Ian Fleming. It’s a really cool piece of Hollywood history. Stay tuned for more updates on the film as the project progresses.
via: Variety
