As a seasoned movie enthusiast with a penchant for films that push boundaries and challenge the status quo, I must say that Robert Zemeckis’ latest podcast interview left me with a mix of nostalgia and disappointment. Hearing about the potential sequel to “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” – a classic masterpiece that seamlessly blended live-action and animation – was indeed exciting. However, the reality that Disney might not greenlight the project due to Jessica Rabbit‘s perceived “hotness” is disheartening.
Robert Zemeckis was the latest guest on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast as he made the press rounds for his latest directorial effort “Here,” which reunites him with “Forrest Gump” stars Tom Hanks and Robert Wright. While going through his many box office hits, Zemeckis confirmed that a great sequel script for “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” exists. However, one reason it’s unlikely to get made is because Jessica Rabbit is too hot for the current Disney regime.
In essence, Zemeckis stated that modern Disney would likely not produce a film like ‘Roger Rabbit’ today due to concerns about Jessica’s character. He believes that a movie featuring Jessica is now impossible. The script for the sequel will never be released in its current form, according to him. To illustrate his point, he mentioned how Jessica was portrayed at Disney’s theme park, where she was confined to a trench coach.
Directed by Robert Zemeckis from a screenplay written by Jeffrey Price and Peter S. Seaman (who had also penned the script for an unmade sequel), the 1988 film “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” earned $351 million at the global box office, making it the second highest-grossing movie of that year. Known for its unique blend of live-action and animation, this film is set in an alternate 1947 Hollywood where cartoon characters (referred to as “toons” in the movie) coexist with humans. In this tale, Bob Hoskins portrays Eddie Valiant, a private investigator who must put aside his animosity towards toons when he’s tasked with proving Roger Rabbit’s innocence of murder charges. The captivating and curvaceous Jessica Rabbit is Roger’s spouse.
Reflecting on the making of ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’, I couldn’t be more grateful for finding myself at Disney during a pivotal moment of their renaissance. A fresh wave of visionaries had taken the helm, brimming with enthusiasm. I found myself saying, and I mean this wholeheartedly, ‘I am crafting ‘Roger Rabbit’ as if Walt Disney himself were guiding me.’ This is because, much like Walt, I chose to create ‘Roger Rabbit’ not just for children but for adults.
On one occasion, we conducted a preliminary showing exclusively for mothers and their young children. Admittedly, I was quite apprehensive about it,” the director confessed. “These little ones were merely five and six years old, yet they were captivated by the film. It struck me then that children, despite their youth, possess a remarkable comprehension. They grasp things quickly, just like adults do. What Walt Disney never did was to patronize his young audience. He approached them as equals.
According to Zemeckis, the Disneyland attraction “Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin” underwent alterations in 2021. Specifically, Jessica, dressed as she was in the director’s film, was taken out of the ride and subsequently replaced by a detective-themed version of the character, who donned a trench coat instead.
The movie titled “Who Framed Roger Rabbit?” received six nominations at the Academy Awards and won in three categories: Best Film Editing, Sound, and Visual Effects. Additionally, Richard Williams was honored with a Special Achievement Oscar for his exceptional work in animation.
Currently, “Here” can be seen playing in cinemas across the country. You can listen to a comprehensive interview with director Zemeckis on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast by clicking on the video link provided below.
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2024-11-02 01:16