Now I don’t have much interest in a FOOTLOOSE remake but I think this will ultimately wind up being a good thing for the film. Ortega left the film because he was envisioning a big, glamorous musical with big flashy song and dance routines. Paramount was envisioning something slightly less…over the top. The studio is reportedly looking for “an edgier drama with less emphasis on the musical numbers.” So like 8 MILE but instead of rapping, dancing (just kidding, I’m sure this will be nothing like 8 MILE).
The studio is now looking for a director who can quickly step in to replace Ortega and keep the film on track for its planned March production start. Have they taken a look at this guy yet?