Ramin Setoodeh and Scott Foundas at Variety have posted a detail look at 47 Ronin and the disaster that Universal created. It’s a good read and I am still digesting it. It’s good to finally see someone put the blame squarely where it belongs – on Universal. Some interesting tidbits that are finally coming to light include:
… He (Reeves) was worried that the character wouldn’t feel integrated into the main arc of the story.
The budget wasn’t so monstrous until Universal, influenced by Hollywood’s latest obsession, decided to shoot the film in 3D.
Another source with knowledge of the situation said that in post-production, Universal decided to take the film in a different direction. Rinsch then sought the help of the DGA to ensure his contractual rights were being honored.
Another source with knowledge of the situation said that in post-production, Universal decided to take the film in a different direction. Rinsch then sought the help of the DGA to ensure his contractual rights were being honored.
You can read the entire article here.