Ethan Hawke develops a gunnon remake for 20th century studies

Ethan Hawke It will develop a remake of the 1950s film of the 20th century The gunwhich was originally recited Gregory Peck.

Hawke, who is a big fan of the original film, is ready to write the script with the writing partner Shelby Gaines. It could also end up directing it, but it is not confirmed.

The western classic was directed by Henry King And Peck plays Jimmy Ringo, an elderly and well -known tired pistoler of his violent reputation. Set in a small town, the story follows Ringo while trying to leave his past behind and gather with his foreign wife and son.

However, his reputation attracts trouble, while young pistolors eager to make a name constantly challenging him. While waiting for the possibility of seeing his family, he faces tensions with the marshal of the city (an old friend) and the always present threat of violence.

Despite his attempts at redemption, fate reaches him, leading to a tragic but touching ending that allows the film as a meditative exploration of the consequences of a life of violence.

Hawke previously said that this is one of his favorite films of all time, and while a guest of 2 per 1 of TCM, talks about the discovery of the adult film after listening to the Bob Dylan Song “BrownSville Girl” in which Dylan mentions a Peck Western several times in the song.

Hawke explains that he contacted his longtime friend and collaborator, Richard Linklaterwhich indicated the right direction. You can watch Hawke talk about the movie in the video below.

Hawke recently wrote, direct and product Wildcat with his daughter, Maya Hawke.

Source: deadline