In exciting news for cinema fans, a fresh take on the classic science fiction story 'Attack of the 50 Foot Woman' is officially moving ahead. The project is being spearheaded by visionary director Tim Burton and superstar Margot Robbie, who will both star in and produce the film.
A Fresh Creative Team Takes Over
Warner Bros. is breathing new life into the long-gestating project. The studio has brought on a young, dynamic writing duo to rework the script. Danya Jimenez and Hannah McMechan, both 24 years old and known for their work on 'KPop Demon Hunters', have been enlisted to rewrite the original draft. That initial script was penned by the acclaimed 'Gone Girl' writer Gillian Flynn, who laid the project's foundation but will not return due to other commitments.
Jimenez and McMechan are bringing a distinctly modern perspective. They told The Hollywood Reporter, "We're obsessed with the idea of a fifty-foot woman wreaking havoc because a man did her dirty. We have a feeling a lot of people will relate." This signals a clear intent to update the story with contemporary themes of female empowerment and retribution.
Margot Robbie's Towering Role and Burton's Vision
Margot Robbie is set to play the titular character, a wealthy heiress whose life is transformed after suffering abuse and a bizarre encounter with an alien spacecraft. The event causes her to grow to a gigantic size, turning her into a formidable force of nature. The story promises to be a female-centric reimagining of the 1958 original film.
For director Tim Burton, this project marks a notable shift in tone from his recent family-friendly adaptations like 'Dumbo' and the Netflix series 'Wednesday'. It reunites him with Margot Robbie following the monumental global success of 'Barbie'. The involvement of Jimenez and McMechan suggests Burton's signature gothic and darkly humorous style will be blended with a fresh, socially resonant narrative.
Why This Project Stands Out
The young writing duo, despite their age, are not newcomers. They have already made a mark in Hollywood with credits including the original series 'A Really Bad Person' and projects with major studios like Legendary, DreamWorks Animation, and Todd Lieberman's Hidden Pictures. Their hiring indicates Warner Bros. and Burton are seeking a bold, contemporary voice for this iconic tale.
If the script successfully comes together, this film has the potential to become one of Tim Burton's most distinctive studio projects in recent years. It combines his unique fantastical direction with a story that taps into current cultural conversations, all anchored by one of the biggest stars in the world, Margot Robbie. The project is now on a clear path forward, much to the anticipation of fans of classic sci-fi and bold filmmaking.
