JZD to the big screen at last?

[AugustneverEnds]

I know we have danced this dance before but here goes: http://variety.com/2016/film/news/sundance-selects-buys-john-delorean-documentary-1201920618/

[Michael]

Maybe Sundance will actually do something with it instead of talking about it for 8 years.

[AugustneverEnds]

Hope springs eternal. Hopefully with John's family on board and some serious filmmakers this will happen.

[DavidProehl]

And Tamir is the producer! Somehow I missed that he was in film. That is awesome.

[sdg3205]

It's hard to believe it has taken as long as it has for someone to make a film out of the Delorean story. For better or worse (and often by his own doing) his life story already reads like a Hollywood movie, someone just had to put it all together.

I guess it's just "safer" to remake all the 80s classics than risk anything new anymore.

[ILM1010]

Don't we have enough documentaries about this story, what about a movie with actors to tell the story, like George Clooney

[Michael]

Don't we have enough documentaries about this story, what about a movie with actors to tell the story, like George Clooney

Finding someone with movie ideas is easy...finding investors willing to front the money for a movie is a different story. I personally would love to see the story on the big screen and I really think with some minor massaging it would actually be a movie worthy storyline. Just be glad Sundance bought the rights and although every idea or rights purchased doesn't necessarily make it to a complete project, it definitely has more push behind it now than ever.

At this point I would settle for a made for TV movie which is better than a 5 min. teaser that is almost a decade old now. I think if this finally does come to fruition in a few years it will not be a documentary but a docudrama or even a feature movie.

[DMCVegas]

If there is a documentary to be made about John Z. De Lorean, it is, I believe, for the best that it has taken so long.

The marque itself is now viewed in a far more positive light than it has been in years past. People are also far more sympathetic now towards JZD as well. Which ironically before the press demonized him, the public was on his side. Lots of people forget that it wasn't until the media starting portraying the man in a slanted, negative view of being a disgraced businessman and the shame of the auto industry that people really turned on him. His arrest first brought about a massive wave of public sympathy in his favor.

But the big thing now is that we finally have The Internet at our disposal to fact-checking. And we even carry it around with us in our pockets all the time. Isn't DeLorean in jail? No. Helicopter engine in the back? No. I think that his daughter Kathryn's response to the TV show, The Goldbergs (http://jalopnik.com/john-deloreans-daughter-is-really-really-pissed-at-a-1470350971) is also a shining example of both that fact-checking ability, but also instant feedback to the press. Sometimes, as I found out with the Los Angeles Times when I contacted them via e-mail to correct an inaccuracy about DeLoreans in an article, the press is wonderfully easy to deal with. They instantly corrected the info for all to see. In other cases such as with the TV show here, the response was to continually delete the posts which just seemed to have induced a Streisand effect to the topic which led to more people being correctly informed.

Likewise, screenwriters and directors also can, as they see fit, insert so many fictitious plot devices to sweeten a story that they radically rewrite history to suit their vision. Something you can't easily do today given that viewers will call you out and turn on you in a heartbeat. But can still establish falsehoods in the minds of the viewers. Which is potentially the problem here. The telling of this story is going to be at the mercy of the director.

There is this one little thing here though. Just a small quote that caught my eye:

“We intend to take advantage of recently released documents by the US Federal Government, as well as the British Government, to piece together the definitive John DeLorean story.”

Exactly what now are those documents? I've been searching for the DEA's raw, complete, unedited footage of JZD's arrest as I've heard a rumor that there could be some exonerating evidence in it. I've no idea if it is true or not, but I am indeed curious as to what this other information from the governments is.

Also, is this to be simply a documentary on JZD himself, or DMC as well? Because I'm rather curious as to if GPD and Jaroslav Juhan will be mentioned in the history of DMC and their involvement/purpose with the project.

[Michael]

All that's left for us now is to start naming our cast choices (within reason, remember we are on Sundance budget not Columbia so no George Clooney)

[DMCVegas]

Doesn't look like it's going to be that kind of movie. Looking at the director's previous credits, it will be a straight documentary with interviews. Again though, who knows what the director's angle is going to be.

[Michael]

That should bring the DeLorean saga to a new generation because there is one thing that is fact and that is millennials love to watch documentaries.

[louielouie2000]

Don't we have enough documentaries about this story, what about a movie with actors to tell the story, like George Clooney


But the big thing now is that we finally have The Internet at our disposal to fact-checking. And we even carry it around with us in our pockets all the time. Isn't DeLorean in jail? No. Helicopter engine in the back? No. I think that his daughter Kathryn's response to the TV show, The Goldbergs (http://jalopnik.com/john-deloreans-daughter-is-really-really-pissed-at-a-1470350971) is also a shining example of both that fact-checking ability, but also instant feedback to the press. Sometimes, as I found out with the Los Angeles Times when I contacted them via e-mail to correct an inaccuracy about DeLoreans in an article, the press is wonderfully easy to deal with. They instantly corrected the info for all to see. In other cases such as with the TV show here, the response was to continually delete the posts which just seemed to have induced a Streisand effect to the topic which led to more people being correctly informed.

Likewise, screenwriters and directors also can, as they see fit, insert so many fictitious plot devices to sweeten a story that they radically rewrite history to suit their vision. Something you can't easily do today given that viewers will call you out and turn on you in a heartbeat. But can still establish falsehoods in the minds of the viewers. Which is potentially the problem here. The telling of this story is going to be at the mercy of the director.

Historical inaccuracy and plot fluffing are exactly what makes me so nervous about the possibility of a live action movie. If you want proof that this still occurs, just watch the film Selma. That movie portrays LBJ as an obstructionist and foe to the Civil Rights Movement, when it's so thoroughly documented that LBJ couldn't have been further from that. Ultimately, the movie was taken to task for this inaccuracy, and it prevented the film from becoming the watershed biopic it could have been. The last thing we need the DeLorean story to be associated with is further failure such as that.

Not that documentaries can't do the same thing. Absolutely anything the British media come up with on the subject of DeLorean is massively and even comically slanted against the DeLorean story. The Car Crash and The Car's The Star documentaries are probably the most glaring examples.

The recent Petrolicious documentary was the very first honest documentary on the subject since the Pennebaker Hegedus film 35 years ago; I was hoping the Petrolicious doc would lead to a project exactly like this one. I'm terribly pleased that Tamir's film is the one that's finally going to see the light of day. He's one of a handful of people in the world who has thoroughly researched and documented the story of the man, company, and car over a period of decades. Entermyworld.com is the "granddaddy" website for all things DeLorean, and remains the go-to source today. I don't think JZD's story could be in safer hands.


That should bring the DeLorean saga to a new generation because there is one thing that is fact and that is millennials love to watch documentaries.

I'm living proof of that! :biggrin: I've never really considered it before, but every millennial I know is definitely addicted to things like documentaries and podcasts. too.

[Michael]

I'm living proof of that! :biggrin: I've never really considered it before, but every millennial I know is definitely addicted to things like documentaries and podcasts. too.

Actually I was being sarcastic.

[DMCVegas]

I'm terribly pleased that Tamir's film is the one that's finally going to see the light of day. He's one of a handful of people in the world who has thoroughly researched and documented the story of the man, company, and car over a period of decades. Entermyworld.com is the "granddaddy" website for all things DeLorean, and remains the go-to source today. I don't think JZD's story could be in safer hands.

True, but at the same time, Tamir isn't the one directing the film. So we really don't know how it will turn out because we've no idea what the angle of the film based off the vision of the director or directors is going to be. How does that get presented?


Is JZD going to be portrayed as being weak and getting in over his head with the automotive project that he couldn't manage?
Will he be the villain that through greed becomes responsible for DMC's demise?
Will he be the hero that is destroyed through a vast conspiracy theory against him that wanted him to fail at any cost?
Will the DMC-12 be presented as a rushed, and poorly engineered car that is blamed for the company's failure?
Will the car be presented positively as a good vehicle that has stood the test of time and prove's JZD as a success?


The director who seems to specialize in documentaries appears to have some positive reviews for his past movies. It also seems like his portfolio includes pictures that seem to focus on proverbial underdogs and their struggles.

On the other hand, the distributor seems to deal mostly with horror/shock flicks. So they might have influence over the film. Then we have the current cultural landscape too. Heavily divided right now with politics, the angle of the film may be even more skewed in one direction versus the other.

I'm not trying to talk ill of anyone here at all. I myself also have high hopes for this project as well. But we don't know how it will be until it comes out. Just as I wish them all the best of luck, I also hope that they do right by the subject.

[Michael]

I admit I didn't read the article in depth but I got that Tamir was one of the producers when XYZ was moving with it. Since XYZ sold it then Tamir probably was part of that sale and whether he is still a part of the future plans is up for debate bUT I would guess no.

[DMCVegas]

I'm living proof of that! :biggrin: I've never really considered it before, but every millennial I know is definitely addicted to things like documentaries and podcasts. too.

Totally off-topic, but I'm not a millennial and I enjoy the documentaries as well. Be it video or Podcast form. I love television and the medium, but thanks to "Reality TV" most shows now seem to have made their focal point obfuscating the line between fiction and reality, no matter what their genre. Watching those shows is like trying to eat plastic fruit. Same with news programs that don't actually have any new facts to report, so they just bring on a bunch of people to ramble speculative opinions.

Documentaries seem to satisfy the growing hunger more and more people have for real knowledge.

[Tamir A.]

Hi Everyone,

To some in the community, this announcement isn't such new news as I've been in production on this for several months now. But nonetheless, I'm excited to say that this theatrical feature length film documentary is being made, make no question about that. I am 100% involved in the picture and I'm producing it on a daily basis alongside XYZ and 9.14 Pictures.

The directors are super talented filmmakers whom I have complete trust in. I highly recommend anyone watch their films and it will give you an even greater sense of excitement that they are at the helm of this project. We are working hand in hand on the film, and I believe the DMC community will be very happy with how this project turns out.

I'm not in a position where I want to discuss creative approaches or those kinds of specific elements of the film, but I believe in the creative approach we are taking, and I'm very pleased with the level of participation we have received by those individuals involved in John's life, some of whom have never been interviewed for previous TV specials, etc. One of my goals from the onset of this project was to dig very deep into archives and private collections to make sure the community of DMC owners have something fresh and interesting to see when this hits the big screen.

Thank you for your support.

Best,
Tamir

[SIMid]

I'm not in a position where I want to discuss creative approaches or those kinds of specific elements of the film, but I believe in the creative approach we are taking, and I'm very pleased with the level of participation we have received by those individuals involved in John's life, some of whom have never been interviewed for previous TV specials, etc. One of my goals from the onset of this project was to dig very deep into archives and private collections to make sure the community of DMC owners have something fresh and interesting to see when this hits the big screen.

Thank you for your support.

Best,
Tamir

I hope you guys also get to tap into the knowledge of some of the ex-workers and owners overseas ( I am sure this will be a definite). This would make it quite epic.

[Gregadeth]

Sounds like the film is in great hands. Tamir if you end up needing any cars to shoot some b-roll car footage, I'll be happy to provide.

[Tamir A.]

Thanks. Appreciate the offer. :)


Sounds like the film is in great hands. Tamir if you end up needing any cars to shoot some b-roll car footage, I'll be happy to provide.

[DMCVegas]

Sounds like the film is in great hands. Tamir if you end up needing any cars to shoot some b-roll car footage, I'll be happy to provide.

You know, I always thought that if they were to ever film a docudrama about De Lorean, and that if they ever did a factory scene, they should cast owners as the factory workers. We'd already know how to put the cars together.

[Michael]

We'd already know how to put the cars together.

Which would take away from the realism. Now if you could re teach yourself to choke up on a ratchet handle then we would be in business.
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[AugustneverEnds]

http://deadline.com/2017/04/jason-sudeikis-timothy-olyphant-lee-pace-john-delorean-pic-cannes-driven-embankment-films-nick-hamm-1202079065/

Think this will happen?

[Michael]

Nope.

That fruit has been dangled in front of us as much as the new DeLorean

I have more faith in a successful missile test from North Korea than I do of ever seeing a DeLorean life story at the movies and at this point I'm just sick of hearing about both new DeLoreans and DeLorean movies.

[Brian_SS_TT]

Nope.

That fruit has been dangled in front of us as much as the new DeLorean

I have more faith in a successful missile test from North Korea than I do of ever seeing a DeLorean life story at the movies and at this point I'm just sick of hearing about both new DeLoreans and DeLorean movies.

LOL That's hilarious and most likley true

[SamHill]

Debuting at Frye Festival 2018.

[AugustneverEnds]

Nope.

That fruit has been dangled in front of us as much as the new DeLorean

I have more faith in a successful missile test from North Korea than I do of ever seeing a DeLorean life story at the movies and at this point I'm just sick of hearing about both new DeLoreans and DeLorean movies.

I am beginning to feel the same way. The JZD tale really is a stranger-than-fiction event that has all the ingredients to be riveting but it just seems like it is never meant to be.

[David T]

Never say never. One day it may come to pass but to guess on any particular project is a waste of time. In the current climate capitalistic entrepreneurs are usually cast as the evil villains. They are doing it just for all of that awful money. Never mind the jobs they create and the families that prosper. Now if JZD was not a rich white guy you might see it sooner!

[Michael]

Never say never. One day it may come to pass but to guess on any particular project is a waste of time. In the current climate capitalistic entrepreneurs are usually cast as the evil villains. They are doing it just for all of that awful money. Never mind the jobs they create and the families that prosper. Now if JZD was not a rich white guy you might see it sooner!

I'm not saying it will never happen, I'm just tired of every 2 bit film maker using the subject matter as free advertising for his 2 bit film company knowing full well they will never undertake the endeavor.

[Rich_NYS]

Never say never. One day it may come to pass but to guess on any particular project is a waste of time. In the current climate capitalistic entrepreneurs are usually cast as the evil villains. They are doing it just for all of that awful money. Never mind the jobs they create and the families that prosper. Now if JZD was not a rich white guy you might see it sooner!

Totally agree...

[SamHill]

I'm not saying it will never happen, I'm just tired of every 2 bit film maker using the subject matter as free advertising for his 2 bit film company knowing full well they will never undertake the endeavor.

Associated Industri--- aw, forget it.

[Dangermouse]

Normally I would agree, but this one seems to have a chance of making it. The film-maker in question has just completed another NI based movie about Ian Paisley and Martin Maginnis (two polar opposite NI leaders in "The Troubles" that became unlikely friends) that is being well received by critics and somehow got funding, so he is striking while the proverbial iron is hot. It won't be a blockbuster, and maybe not even a general release film (unless Jason Sudakis carries it) but this one may actually get made.

[Michael]

I think the Sundance project has the best chance financially but with Tamir's help and input also has the most enthusiasm behind it (not to mention historical knowledge). All the others are just fluff.

[Timebender]

Never say never. One day it may come to pass but to guess on any particular project is a waste of time. In the current climate capitalistic entrepreneurs are usually cast as the evil villains. They are doing it just for all of that awful money. Never mind the jobs they create and the families that prosper. Now if JZD was not a rich white guy you might see it sooner!

Funny- the McDonald's story recently came out with Micheal Keaton as Ray Kroc. It was supposed to be in the theaters, but soon after I saw the trailer, it was on iTunes in no time. Still, looks like an interesting movie, but of course from the looks of it they kind of vilify Kroc as being the guy who stole from the two brothers and their one restaurant.

[DMCVegas]

I'm not saying it will never happen, I'm just tired of every 2 bit film maker using the subject matter as free advertising for his 2 bit film company knowing full well they will never undertake the endeavor.

I've got to agree with you on this. You look at the article, and there is no source for any of the information. Any other sites currently carrying this story, hell, even the alleged production company's own news page, all point back to this particular article as the "source".

There are just far too many aspects for a DeLorean movie to focus on, and way too many angles to tell those smaller stories with. None of which would ever be a proper compromise that viewers (let alone still living witnesses, and in particular, family members) would ever unanimously agree upon. So you'd have someone, somewhere speaking out against the film. Portray JZD negatively, you'll have the car community & family up in arms. Portray the DEA as the criminals that ruthlessly did anything they could to entrap him, you'll have cops and conservatives up in arms over how they were portrayed. And negativity is NOT something that the backers want. But production companies all know that tossing the name "DeLorean" out there quickly brings them more cheap advertising than anything else.

Unfortunately, if this project does go forward, it seems that the former of the two previous scenarios is what the director is going after. Here is the synopsis on the production company's website for this movie. (http://www.embankmentfilms.com/portfolio_page/driven/)

Portraying James Hoffman as the victim here? Seriously? That same shitbag cocksucker purposefully once sabotaged a previous DEA sting operation so that he could blackmail the suspects. Because after what he already collected from the DEA in compensation, he found he could get even more from those drug dealers. Best of all was the fact that his lackluster career as an informant had cost the DEA well over six-figures in cash payouts to Hoffman, and at least one brand new Cadillac.

You know, JZD was certainly no angel. That's for damn sure. You want to talk about how he wanted the good life? Go ahead. How he made himself over in name, face, and being well-spoken to cover up that slurry Michigan accent? Fine. But be honest about it. Yeah, there were opportunities for him to have saved DMC, and his greed screwed them up. But there were also a whole helluva lot more people worse than he was that lent a helping hand to crater the company. Tell the truth about that!

But come on now. Hoffman was De Lorean's neighbor in Pauma Valley, California for all of only 2 weeks. During that time they met only once before Hoffman moved away. And if memory serves, it wasn't until Hoffman was on a court bench in NYC years later that he read a news story about DMC's financial troubles that he got the idea about delivering JZD to the DEA in order to avoid going BACK to prison. So don't try and play with this whole horseshit line of, "Enticed into DeLorean’s inner circle...". The man forced his way into De Lorean's life by lying to the DEA, and to JZD.

I don't know anything about the writer of this story, Colin Bateman. But I can certainly tell that his best work is obviously fiction.

[SamHill]

"Blindsided" is a new film in production about an iceberg in the North Atlantic minding its own business when it is struck by a environment-destroying deathship newly constructed by the evil White Star corporation.

[Michael]

"Blindsided" is a new film in production about an iceberg in the North Atlantic minding its own business when it is struck by a environment-destroying deathship newly constructed by the evil White Star corporation.

I always pull for the underdog

[Rich W]

Normally I would agree, but this one seems to have a chance of making it. The film-maker in question has just completed another NI based movie about Ian Paisley and Martin Maginnis (two polar opposite NI leaders in "The Troubles" that became unlikely friends) that is being well received by critics and somehow got funding, so he is striking while the proverbial iron is hot. It won't be a blockbuster, and maybe not even a general release film (unless Jason Sudakis carries it) but this one may actually get made.

Another significant factor in making this film has come to light in the past few weeks. They planned to start filming in Puerto Rico in September (about 4 months from now).

Without getting political, Puerto Rico is going through a major debt crisis that is currently shutting down or significantly impacting many public and private businesses.

Unless the film makers are looking to re-create scenes from "The Troubles", the streets of Puerto Rico may not be the best place to try to film a movie this year.

[David T]

Another significant factor in making this film has come to light in the past few weeks. They planned to start filming in Puerto Rico in September (about 4 months from now).

Without getting political, Puerto Rico is going through a major debt crisis that is currently shutting down or significantly impacting many public and private businesses.

Unless the film makers are looking to re-create scenes from "The Troubles", the streets of Puerto Rico may not be the best place to try to film a movie this year.


There is a certain irony to doing the film in PR. When JZD was looking for a place to build his factory, PR was in a bidding war against Northern Ireland. We all know how that story ended! The producers are probably getting tax credits for going to PR. And things are probably cheap there now. As for how the story will be told and who the good guys and the bad guys will be, that can all be handled in the editing room. Often during filming, even the actors and crew don't know how it turns out. Sometimes several versions and endings are shot just to keep everyone guessing.

[Rich W]

There is a certain irony to doing the film in PR. When JZD was looking for a place to build his factory, PR was in a bidding war against Northern Ireland. We all know how that story ended! The producers are probably getting tax credits for going to PR. And things are probably cheap there now. As for how the story will be told and who the good guys and the bad guys will be, that can all be handled in the editing room. Often during filming, even the actors and crew don't know how it turns out. Sometimes several versions and endings are shot just to keep everyone guessing.

The irony that I was referring to was that the streets of Puerto Rico have started to look like the streets of Northern Ireland from four decades ago. Unemployment upwards of 40% in some
locations and the crushing debt threatening to close over 100 schools and crime running rampant. Not sure any of that would offset the promises of tax credits, which may not materialize.

My cousin worked in Puerto Rico, on and off, throughout 2016, as a contractor for Google X (now just called X) launching WiFi balloon antennas from the former US naval base in Puerto Rico.
Globally, the project is known as "Project Loon" (fitting) and the Puerto Rico phase is known as "Chicken Little", since the test balloon antennas will potentially (eventually) fall out of the sky.

Things got so bad in Puerto Rico in the last year, my cousin quit his contracting job and swears that he will never go back to Puerto Rico. While I am sure his experiences may only be his own,
it certainly does not sound like a very favorable environment to be filming. Some added security may help, but it may be an area to avoid for the near future, until things stabilize a little more.

[Dangermouse]

The irony that I was referring to was that the streets of Puerto Rico have started to look like the streets of Northern Ireland from four decades ago. .

That may be the attraction.

Belfast of 2016 looked nothing like Belfast of 1976, due to the involuntary and rather sudden building renovation program of the 80s and 90s. ;). In fact when other film makers wanted to shoot a film about 70s Belfast, they had to do it Blackburn England. Doesn't say much for Blackburn, mind you.

[Farrar]

Does anyone know if the film needs a voiceover?

:)

[Tamir A.]

Hi All,

Some great news to announce today. The film I'm Producing on John continues to move along and in doing so, we picked up an amazing actor in Alec Baldwin to portray John in some select narrative scenes that will be shot and intertwined throughout the documentary.

Announcements can be read here:

http://variety.com/2017/film/news/alec-baldwin-john-delorean-documentary-1202555433/

http://deadline.com/2017/09/alec-baldwin-john-z-delorean-xyz-films-don-argott-sheena-m-joyce-the-art-of-the-steal-1202168280/

I'm excited to be presenting this movie to the DeLorean community in 2018. It is shaping up to be something pretty special, that should appeal to DMC folks and to an audience who does not know the story behind this fascinating person who has changed all of our lives by creating this amazing car. :)

Best,
Tamir

[refugeefromcalif]

Tamir, Any idea what format we'll be able to watch/purchase this?
(I don't have cable TV).

Thanks, George

[Tamir A.]

Hey George,

The film will be released in Theaters for its first run, and then will make its way to other subscription platforms, cable, etc and will be available for rent or purchase on blu-ray and DVD eventually. There will be plenty of ways to see the film. :)

Best,
Tamir





Tamir, Any idea what format we'll be able to watch/purchase this?
(I don't have cable TV).

Thanks, George

[Michael]

This is just awesome news! So glad to see this project with some fire behind it. I may have to drive to a big city just to watch it but I will.

[Dangermouse]

Glad to hear it.

Make sure you get Liam Neeson a role in it somewhere - great local accent for the factory, plus his special set of skills, and he's just announced that he's giving up action movies, so he'll have plenty of time.

[Rich W]

Hi All,

Some great news to announce today. The film I'm Producing on John continues to move along and in doing so, we picked up an amazing actor in Alec Baldwin to portray John in some select narrative scenes that will be shot and intertwined throughout the documentary.

Announcements can be read here:

http://variety.com/2017/film/news/alec-baldwin-john-delorean-documentary-1202555433/

http://deadline.com/2017/09/alec-baldwin-john-z-delorean-xyz-films-don-argott-sheena-m-joyce-the-art-of-the-steal-1202168280/

I'm excited to be presenting this movie to the DeLorean community in 2018. It is shaping up to be something pretty special, that should appeal to DMC folks and to an audience who does not know the story behind this fascinating person who has changed all of our lives by creating this amazing car. :)

Best,
Tamir

Need at least one article link with a quote from Tamir:

http://www.comingsoon.net/movies/news/887105-alec-baldwin-to-play-john-delorean-in-documentary

Great make-up work on Alec in the Variety article photo.

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Would have been even better with a triple split screen photo: Alec / Alec as JZD / JZD in similar pose

[Rich W]

Need at least one article link with a quote from Tamir:

http://www.comingsoon.net/movies/news/887105-alec-baldwin-to-play-john-delorean-in-documentary

Great make-up work on Alec in the Variety article photo.

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Would have been even better with a triple split screen photo: Alec / Alec as JZD / JZD in similar pose

Sorry, this is all I could come up with quickly, with very limited photo editing tools (and limited photos).

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[Tamir A.]

Everyone will be blown away with how amazing the transformation of Alec into JZD looks by the talented SNL folks we are lucky enough to have on board the picture. It is truly breathtaking to see them work their magic. :)


Sorry, this is all I could come up with quickly, with very limited photo editing tools (and limited photos).

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[Michael]

Glad to hear it.

Make sure you get Liam Neeson a role in it somewhere - great local accent for the factory, plus his special set of skills, and he's just announced that he's giving up action movies, so he'll have plenty of time.

Liam needs to be this guy
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[Dangermouse]

He's a natural.

[AugustneverEnds]

Liam Neesom as Mike Loasby :yesss:

Seriously this is fantastic news especially since a diehard DeLorean enthusiast is producing. Hopefully the recent positivity about the car is continued by this film and JZD's reputation gets the public relations rehabbing it deserves

[Henrik]

I can't wait to watch it!

[Timebender]

I really haven't kept up on this aside from reading the occasional post on this thread, and then saw the news today about Alec Baldwin. I think, as a film guy, it would be neat to see the story told from Kat's perspective has his daughter - growing up and seeing your dad from childhood when he was at GM, to his jet setting, to leaving to start the company, and so on.
I believe that could make a great story, and if told from someone in the family's actual recollection, it could be fascinating to watch - and you'd have the family on board as well.

[Hill Valley PD]

I am excited to learn of the Tamir documentary style film. I spoke to Mike at DMC Midwest the other day about an eventual purchase, and he mentioned the production crew borrowed a couple of cars for it. I also noticed the 2018 film Driven is currently filming and that Timothy Olyphant was replaced by Corey Stoll as the FBI Handler. Jason Sudeikis is still listed as Jim Hoffman. It seems like that movie will also be released in 2018. I imagine Tamir's film will portray JZD in a positive light, while I would guess Driven will not. As someone who works for a fed law enforcement agency and with informants, we have a saying, "Today's informant is tomorrow's defendant." They are often the main driver in federal cases and are generally motivated by money, working off a case or trying to get rid of their competition etc. As a handler, it is imperitive to recognize what motivation category the informant falls under. Hopefully, the Driven film will portray Hoffman's underlying motivations accurately and not as victim, but I won't hold my breath.

[DaraSue]

http://variety.com/2017/film/global/producer-of-driven-reminisces-about-filming-in-hurricane-torn-puerto-rico-exclusive-1202605755/

According to this, Driven wrapped a few days ago. Pic of Lee Pace in character in that link. They actually made him look passably like JZD, I'm impressed. :biggrin: