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Ghostbusters 3 gets caught in a pool of slime and contracts
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by: Dave Davis Mar. 18, 2010

For a while there, it seemed like GHOSTBUSTERS 3 was really on its way to becoming reality, with a script commissioned and already undergoing a second draft. But have the ectoplasm gatherers hit a snag?

According to Vulture, Sony wants to inject some young blood behind the camera, like they're doing with Marc Webb on SPIDER-MAN. The problem facing the studio is that original director Ivan Reitman apparently has complete control of who takes over, assuming he doesn't handle the spook-shooters himself.

In fact, there's even more to it -- reportedly, Reitman along with Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis "have a deal that says that if any of the four of them don’t like any element of a new GHOSTBUSTERS, they can singlehandedly veto and kill the project; it has to be unanimously approved before going forward."

And considering that Murray recently told David Letterman that a third movie was "just crazy talk" and his "nightmare", the proton packs might be staying in storage for a while. Unless that script by "The Office" writers Lee Eisenberg and Gene Stupnitsky is irresistible...

Source: Vulture

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Extra Tidbit: Reitman supposedly thought GHOSTBUSTERS 2 "wasn't much fun" to make. I felt the same way watching it.

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ImJustAPatsy
9:08PM on 03/21/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Why will Bill Murray not bat an eye at doing Garfield 2, but it's a nightmare for him to make another Ghostbusters movie. He has a lot of fans because of Ghostbusters. What's the big deal?
Why will Bill Murray not bat an eye at doing Garfield 2, but it's a nightmare for him to make another Ghostbusters movie. He has a lot of fans because of Ghostbusters. What's the big deal?
 
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SchottGun
12:11PM on 03/19/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Delay, delay, delay
First off @rodie: Ghostbusters was never a comic book, at least before the movies, the whole story was an original idea from Dan Aykroyd. I hate the delays, Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis have been pushing for a 3rd movie since the 90's, but I like how they have Sony sort of screwed when they want to put their dirty little hands in it to cause another Spider-Man 3. Make a 3rd movie bad, then...
First off @rodie: Ghostbusters was never a comic book, at least before the movies, the whole story was an original idea from Dan Aykroyd. I hate the delays, Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis have been pushing for a 3rd movie since the 90's, but I like how they have Sony sort of screwed when they want to put their dirty little hands in it to cause another Spider-Man 3. Make a 3rd movie bad, then just reboot! No, I don't think so. Good for them for thinking ahead with the contract. Also, I remember talks of a CG film a while back with the original cast voicing the film. The video game showed that could be pulled off really well, and I wouldn't be too opposed to that idea. I almost want to say make a CG film, have them a little bit older, but have just the Original guys.. then do a 4th one with them being their age now and passing the torch. Oh, and I don't think GB2 is nearly as bad as people are making it out to be, there was some quality comedy in that, sure not as good as the first and the surprise factor isn't really there, but there is some good stuff nonetheless.
 
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sneekyfox
1:13AM on 03/19/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
its a good thing they have automatic vito power. it prevents sony from making it into a truely horrendus movie 1 'little change' at a time. - the 2nd one i felt was missing some stuff, but it wasnt too terrible. i can name a few dozen things that could be get shoved into 3rd one by the studio in the name of marketing or 'appealing more to a younger audence' and have the whole thing turn into a...
its a good thing they have automatic vito power. it prevents sony from making it into a truely horrendus movie 1 'little change' at a time. - the 2nd one i felt was missing some stuff, but it wasnt too terrible. i can name a few dozen things that could be get shoved into 3rd one by the studio in the name of marketing or 'appealing more to a younger audence' and have the whole thing turn into a spiderman 3 dance, with 5 extra bad guys and proton packs that shoot cake.
 
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Brer B8a
12:09AM on 03/19/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
I would like to see a new Ghostbusters made because I think it is unlike Indy and Star Wars, it's a comedy. As long as it's funny and they don't cgi the shit out of it I think it will be good.
I would like to see a new Ghostbusters made because I think it is unlike Indy and Star Wars, it's a comedy. As long as it's funny and they don't cgi the shit out of it I think it will be good.
 
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rodie
5:21PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
People act like
this series is GODFATHER or something. Yes, the original Ghostbusters was amazing, but seriously, it's just a goofy comedy based on a comic book. My point is that sometime in the future a sequel or reboot will get made, so why not do one when the original guys are still around and able to take part in some way???
this series is GODFATHER or something. Yes, the original Ghostbusters was amazing, but seriously, it's just a goofy comedy based on a comic book. My point is that sometime in the future a sequel or reboot will get made, so why not do one when the original guys are still around and able to take part in some way???
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fury159
11:28AM on 03/19/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
There was no comic, Dan Ackroyd wrote the original draft....
There was no comic, Dan Ackroyd wrote the original draft....
 
Brer B8a
12:05AM on 03/19/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Ghostbusters was based on a comic book?
Ghostbusters was based on a comic book?
 
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Dr_Fruitness
3:56PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
While those kind of kinks do sadden me, I think it's actually kinda nice since a unanimous approval would prevent the movie from being made if it's just going to suck from the start. I mean, if the movie went ahead with production and even one of them was against it, I'd be fearful.
While those kind of kinks do sadden me, I think it's actually kinda nice since a unanimous approval would prevent the movie from being made if it's just going to suck from the start. I mean, if the movie went ahead with production and even one of them was against it, I'd be fearful.
 
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NO_FUN
2:01PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
And for the record....
Ghostbusters 2 is amazing, yes it's not as good as the first, but not many films are.
Ghostbusters 2 is amazing, yes it's not as good as the first, but not many films are.
 
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NO_FUN
1:59PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Thank fuck...
Last thing the world needs is Ghostbusters and the kingdom of the crystal skull. Seriously if they do make this, a sequal that isn't needed 20 years after the last film, and it sucks, I think I'll die there in the cinema seat. Knowing there is a new shit ghostbusters film will kill me off.
Last thing the world needs is Ghostbusters and the kingdom of the crystal skull. Seriously if they do make this, a sequal that isn't needed 20 years after the last film, and it sucks, I think I'll die there in the cinema seat. Knowing there is a new shit ghostbusters film will kill me off.
 
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DanoTehWolfman
1:17PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
JohnLocke, shut up...
Remember Rambo... Are you even considering the EPICness of Predators?

Personally, I agree with bringing in Jason Reitman for this one so we can get it done, for crying out loud. Or hell, let Bill Murray work his magic and get Wes Anderson to bring his classic Steve Zissou deadpan to the project. Just please get it done, and whether the original four do some busting or have to train Seth...
Remember Rambo... Are you even considering the EPICness of Predators?

Personally, I agree with bringing in Jason Reitman for this one so we can get it done, for crying out loud. Or hell, let Bill Murray work his magic and get Wes Anderson to bring his classic Steve Zissou deadpan to the project. Just please get it done, and whether the original four do some busting or have to train Seth Rogan, Jay Baruchel, Justin Long, and Craig Robinson, as long as its approved then it'll be fine.
 
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fury159
1:06PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Making this movie just smacks of desperation. Seriously, why? Much like Indiana Jones 4, why was that made? Oh, Harrison Ford hadn't had a hit in years and it was a sure thing. They don't care about the script, they care about revenue as sad as that is....and we'd probably get Michael Cera playing Oscar...
Making this movie just smacks of desperation. Seriously, why? Much like Indiana Jones 4, why was that made? Oh, Harrison Ford hadn't had a hit in years and it was a sure thing. They don't care about the script, they care about revenue as sad as that is....and we'd probably get Michael Cera playing Oscar...
 
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rodie
12:50PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Just get...
Jon Hamm, Paul Rudd, Aziz Ansari and Bill Hader as the "new" ghostbusters, and have the old guys in supporting roles and cameos that actually make sense in the script rather than forced. Personally, I love the idea of Murray getting killed in the first scene then showing up later as a ghost. That could be hilarious.
Jon Hamm, Paul Rudd, Aziz Ansari and Bill Hader as the "new" ghostbusters, and have the old guys in supporting roles and cameos that actually make sense in the script rather than forced. Personally, I love the idea of Murray getting killed in the first scene then showing up later as a ghost. That could be hilarious.
 
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JohnLocke2342
12:29PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Revisiting classic movies with a sequel years later just isn't a good idea. It all starts out the same way. OH MY GOD I would do anything for another Indiana Jones or Die Hard!! Holy fucking shit I can't wait 2 see it!! WOW, LOVED IT! Man.. it was pretty good. You know I don't mind the hate because I actually really liked it. I guess there were some parts that sucked though. It was a decent...
Revisiting classic movies with a sequel years later just isn't a good idea. It all starts out the same way. OH MY GOD I would do anything for another Indiana Jones or Die Hard!! Holy fucking shit I can't wait 2 see it!! WOW, LOVED IT! Man.. it was pretty good. You know I don't mind the hate because I actually really liked it. I guess there were some parts that sucked though. It was a decent movie for what it was. I just wanted to see "said character" and that's what I got. You know.. it did kinda suck. How the fuck did they rape our favorite characters like that?
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fury159
1:03PM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Damn, hit the nail on the head...
Damn, hit the nail on the head...
 
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HoyleHaw
10:51AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
I'm glad these guys all have creative control. Seems tricky to pull it off like that, but I won't be hurting too much if this never happens. First one was gold, second one was shit. While all these guys are up in years and it really does seem like they're too old to just carry this thing as is, I'm glad they have veto power so if Sony wants to introduce bad ideas about younger busters, then...
I'm glad these guys all have creative control. Seems tricky to pull it off like that, but I won't be hurting too much if this never happens. First one was gold, second one was shit. While all these guys are up in years and it really does seem like they're too old to just carry this thing as is, I'm glad they have veto power so if Sony wants to introduce bad ideas about younger busters, then they can walk away from it. This could all work, but I'm not holding out hope for it. Kinda how I felt when I first heard about Indy 4, and it turns out I was right about that one.
 
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Huttjos
7:46AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
bummer. I think this will happen eventually, but the wait is killing me. A new GB movie would kill at the box office.



Seriously, who doesn't like the ghostbusters?
bummer. I think this will happen eventually, but the wait is killing me. A new GB movie would kill at the box office.



Seriously, who doesn't like the ghostbusters?
 
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Crazy Dud
4:10AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Is Sony turning into Fox?
Is Sony turning into Fox?
 
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BHak88
3:58AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
I don't care if it's good or bad, I'd love to see another ghostbusters. And this is one of those movies that the studio should just sit back and let things happen on its own. No demands, threats or replacements. I really hope everyone can agree and move forward.
I don't care if it's good or bad, I'd love to see another ghostbusters. And this is one of those movies that the studio should just sit back and let things happen on its own. No demands, threats or replacements. I really hope everyone can agree and move forward.
 
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Lone Justice
2:58AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Errrr...
I hope it doesn't get all messed up-

Bill Murray is a good sport, though- look at his cameos in Get Smart and Zombieland

-I think it would be wise to let the son at it, I'm even for letting the original Busters let some young Busters in. We gotta see Oscar, was that Dana's kid?
I hope it doesn't get all messed up-

Bill Murray is a good sport, though- look at his cameos in Get Smart and Zombieland

-I think it would be wise to let the son at it, I'm even for letting the original Busters let some young Busters in. We gotta see Oscar, was that Dana's kid?
 
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Netforce
2:27AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Aw, come on! I was thrilled to see Ghostbusters 3 coming together, even thrilled to hear the rumor of Murray's role. Maybe Reitman might approve of his own son, Jason Reitman. Why not? Thank You For Smoking was fun and Up in the Air is quite good too. Jason Reitman can be the director and Ivan the father can be the producer. It could happen.
Aw, come on! I was thrilled to see Ghostbusters 3 coming together, even thrilled to hear the rumor of Murray's role. Maybe Reitman might approve of his own son, Jason Reitman. Why not? Thank You For Smoking was fun and Up in the Air is quite good too. Jason Reitman can be the director and Ivan the father can be the producer. It could happen.
 
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filmaddict
1:50AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
This is pure conjecture
Sure, Murray sounded ambivalent, but doesn't he always? Maybe he'll be a bitch about it (like he honestly is with most projects - he hasn't spoken to Harold Ramis in seventeen years because he hated working on Groundhog Day) but I doubt it. This article has a very misleading title because, so far, there's really nothing to suggest any of the leads will "veto" the movie. Let's wait and see...
Sure, Murray sounded ambivalent, but doesn't he always? Maybe he'll be a bitch about it (like he honestly is with most projects - he hasn't spoken to Harold Ramis in seventeen years because he hated working on Groundhog Day) but I doubt it. This article has a very misleading title because, so far, there's really nothing to suggest any of the leads will "veto" the movie. Let's wait and see before we panic.



Then again, I'm not sure a third flick will really be all that great...but I guess it can't be a whole lot worse than the second one? (Which I enjoyed as a kid.)
 
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Derek237
1:25AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Indiana Jones 4 wasn't a perfect movie by any means but at least the goddamn thing GOT MADE. There is the matter of getting everything right but there's also the matter of getting it out there before the opportunity is completely gone. I'm getting that feeling here and I'm afraid we may never see a GB3 now. :(
Indiana Jones 4 wasn't a perfect movie by any means but at least the goddamn thing GOT MADE. There is the matter of getting everything right but there's also the matter of getting it out there before the opportunity is completely gone. I'm getting that feeling here and I'm afraid we may never see a GB3 now. :(
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drexxell
7:27AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
(shrug) I don't buy the logic here.

"Highlander 2 sucked horribly, but at least it got made"

"Matrix 2 and 3 made me want to kill myself they were so bad, but at least they got made".

I'm not eager to apply the above logic to GB3.
(shrug) I don't buy the logic here.

"Highlander 2 sucked horribly, but at least it got made"

"Matrix 2 and 3 made me want to kill myself they were so bad, but at least they got made".

I'm not eager to apply the above logic to GB3.
 
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The_Soloist
12:58AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
What the fuck? Any more delays to this movie and we will never see it. How hard is it to make a movie in Hollywood anymore?
What the fuck? Any more delays to this movie and we will never see it. How hard is it to make a movie in Hollywood anymore?
 
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SkyNet
12:51AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Sony needs to stop interfering... they fucked Spider man 3 and because of that, they lost out on a continuing franchise... and how many times will they relaunch a franchise?!



This whole new hip young passing it on.. fuck that... we want the fucking GHOSTBUSTERS back! That is 4 fucking people:

Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis & Ernie Hudson! but we also want back...
Sony needs to stop interfering... they fucked Spider man 3 and because of that, they lost out on a continuing franchise... and how many times will they relaunch a franchise?!



This whole new hip young passing it on.. fuck that... we want the fucking GHOSTBUSTERS back! That is 4 fucking people:

Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd, Harold Ramis & Ernie Hudson! but we also want back Sigourney Weaver and Rick Moranis! and it must be headed by Ivan Reitman, who granted has made shit these past years.. but he IS Ghostbusters, and without him, it will be a disrespectful project.



Why do Studios always have to interfere with good things, when the good things are making them money?!?
 
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Dr.Frankenstein
12:29AM on 03/18/2010 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Ooooo boy, here we go again. They keep it up and they're gonna blow all the fan enthusiasm and desire to see a 3rd film.
Ooooo boy, here we go again. They keep it up and they're gonna blow all the fan enthusiasm and desire to see a 3rd film.
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