"Fincher and Pitt's 'Hollywood' Sequel Heads to Netflix"

David Fincher and Brad Pitt are reportedly teaming up once again to bring a sequel to Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood to life. This unexpected project, based on a script originally penned by Tarantino, is set to be produced for Netflix, further solidifying Fincher's ongoing partnership with the streaming platform. The yet-to-be-titled sequel will feature Pitt reprising his role as the stuntman Cliff Booth.

The journey of this screenplay from Tarantino to Fincher is quite fascinating. Initially conceived as The Movie Critic, which was rumored to be Tarantino's final film before its cancellation last year, the script has evolved into what could be a significant addition to Tarantino's oeuvre. Tarantino, unwilling to let the concept languish, has entrusted Fincher with its realization.

According to The Playlist, Netflix has acquired the screenplay for $20 million, with a projected budget of $200 million. Filming is slated to begin in California in July, just three months away. While no other casting has been confirmed, it's noted that Leonardo DiCaprio will not reprise his role as Rick Dalton. Both Fincher and Pitt are prioritizing this project over all others.

Deadline has confirmed The Playlist's report, adding that Pitt received Tarantino's approval to share the script with Fincher, leading to this surprising development.

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14 ImagesOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood, released in 2019, is widely regarded as a masterpiece in Tarantino's filmography. The sequel, however, faces the challenge of living up to its predecessor, which concluded with a definitive and impactful ending. Yet, the universe of the original film has been further explored in other media.

In 2021, Tarantino released a novelization of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, which not only retold the film's events but also delved deeper into the 1960s California setting. The novel provided new insights into Cliff Booth's backstory, including the mystery surrounding his wife's death. This book is likely to gain additional significance with the release of the sequel, though its exact relevance remains to be seen.

For more insights into Tarantino's work, you can explore his thoughts on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and how it compares to his other films. Additionally, our original review of the movie awarded it a 7.8 out of 10.