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Disney to Release New 'Tron' Film Starring Jeff Bridges

by Warren Riddle on July 27, 2009 at 02:25 PM


The Hollywood writers strike supposedly ended in 2008, but judging by the flood of various '80s-era remakes (including some truly awful selections), the writers still haven't dusted off the cobwebs that gathered during their lengthy hiatus. Continuing the alarming lack of creativity, Hollywood producers are revisiting the 1982 Disney film 'Tron' which details the virtual adventures of a programmer who gets transported into the video game he is creating.

'Tron Legacy,' which is scheduled to hit theaters in 2010, actually looks somewhat promising, as Disney is at least keeping part of the original cast intact, including Jeff Bridges as protagonist Kevin Flynn. The Disney Digital 3D format should also intensify and enhance the special effects, specifically those involved with the ridiculously awesome battle scenes featuring motorcycles and deadly laser frisbees.



And, while the remake will surely be met with opposition from '80s purists (Leave 'Blade Runner' alone, please!), at least the role of Flynn wasn't cast with an actor from 'High School Musical' or 'Gossip Girl.' [From: FynnLives.com, via Kottke.org]

Tags: 80s, Disney 3D, Disney3d, movies, nostalgia, top, Tron, Tron Legacy, TronLegacy

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