Fox cancels Independence Day 3D re-release
Studio pulls plug on the scheduled 2013 release
In the current cinematic climate, 3D conversions are now commonplace with the likes of , and the prequels all receiving the treatment. However, out of the blue, 20th Century Fox have pulled the plug on their 3D version of '90s box office smash, Roland Emmerich's .
Considering the relatively low expense involved with converting films, as well as the success of 3D updated films already this year, ( grossed an extra $343m for Paramount on its re-release) it marks a strange decision by Fox. Especially considering the fact that the original Independence Day made over $800m worldwide leaving it as the 34th highest-grossing film of all time.
Intended to hit screens on 3 July 2013, it would have been good fun to see Emmerich's daft, patriotic blockbuster back on our screens. Although its cancellation is a shame, the decision could suggest bigger repercussions for the future of the Independence Day franchise.
The long rumoured two-part sequel to the 1996 original, the tentatively titled ID Forever - Part I and ID Forever - Part II , could now be in jeopardy. With no official word from Fox on the 3D version or🗹 the sequels, there is little to do but speculate and rumour.
cites potential clashes with Channing Tatum actioner White House Down and Smith-starring sci-fi After Earth as possible reasons for shelving ID3D .
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