If Jeremy Renner officially announces his reprisal of the role Hansel for the sequel 'Hansel and Gretel 2', he could be fighting against zombies, or at least, monsters that look like them. An unused pitch for the movie was released, revealing concept art and hints on plot and characters.
According to Comic Book, if the pitch art gives any clues, then Jeremy Renner's Hansel and Gemma Arterton's Gretel will be facing a horde of the undead. The sequel might also be entitled 'Hansel & Gretel: Death's Messengers.' A new key character might also be in the sequel, names the "High Priestess."
According to Screen Rant, the pitch came from Steven Ilous who is "visual effects artist turned director." Posted on his website was the fact that he was one of the directors in contention for the spot. His presentation included "original character designs, key art, storyboards, animatics, and a maquette." Earlier this year, Bruno Aveillan was given the helm of 'Hansel and Gretel 2.'
Director of the first 'Hansel and Gretel' movie, Tommy Wirkola wrote the sequel script but walked away from directing it. According to Movie Pilot, the 2013 earned $55.7 million domestically, and $170.6 million overseas, earning $226.3 million worldwide total, from just a $50 million budget.
While Jeremy Renner and Gemma Arterton are expected to come back as the titular characters in Hansel & Gretel 2, schedule of production start has not been announced. Earlier reports have detailed Renner's packed schedule with his role as Hawkeye, who is part of Capatin America: Civil War, Avengers: Infinity War Part I and II. He also has an untitled 'Jeremy Renner Bourne Sequel', following the 2012 'Bourne Legacy', the filming dates of which still unknown.
Should Jeremy Renner be back and the production finally underway, 'Hansel and Gretel 2' is sure to be more action packed and thrilling. Fans are excited to know how the undead and the "High Priestess" will play into the siblings' lives.
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