'Alita: Battle Angel' Director, 'Kong: Skull Island' Writer Team Up for Sci-Fi Thriller 'Hypnotic'
A new sci-fi thriller is currently in the works for Studio 8, and "Kong: Skull Island" writer Max Borenstein and filmmaker Robert Rodriguez are teaming up for its script. Titled "Hypnotic," the project is reportedly seen to spawn more installments and become a franchise.
Rodriguez is currently busy with the post-production on the James Cameron-produced "Alita: Battle Angel," which stars Rosa Salazar and will open in theaters on Dec. 21. The project marks Rodriguez's first feature film since 2014's "Sin City: A Dame to Kill For," although the filmmaker has directed several small screen projects as well. Now, he is teaming up with Borenstein for "Hypnotic," a grounded cop thriller that features sci-fi elements.
Borenstein's writing credits include "Godzilla," "Kong: Skull Island" and "Godzilla: King of Monsters." The renowned screenwriter will reportedly rewrite an original script penned by Rodriguez, while Rodriguez will direct and produce the project.
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Plot details for "Hypnotic" are still kept under wraps, and only Rodriguez and Borenstein are attached to the project as of this time, so sci-fi fans should stay tuned for more updates on this project. However, considering that Studio 8 sees its franchise potential, it seems like this is not going to be just another short-lived title.
It remains unknown if "Hypnotic" will be Rodriguez's next project, but that looks unlikely considering how full his plate is these days. Aside from "Alita: Battle Angel," he is also currently working on the pre-production on STX Entertainment's "Uglydoll" movie, which might kick off principal photography soon. He is also reportedly making a comeback to his low-budget roots by making a new $7,000 film titled "Rebel Without a Crew: The Series."
Meanwhile, Studio 8 is also prepping up for its first two releases this year, "Drama White Boy Rick" and "Alpha," which will open on Aug. 17 and Sept. 14, respectively.
