Greg K
Second Unit
- Joined
- Nov 6, 2001
- Messages
- 414
Greetings, Fox (and/or Peter Staddon)!
Being a devoted fan of David Cronenberg's The Fly (1986), I was saddened to learn a while back that no Special Edition was "in the cards" for at least the next 18 months. A friend in England ([email protected]) and I have constructed a Fly fansite (http://www.fortunecity.com/tattooine/zelazny/119), and we've noticed that there's a large demand from the film's fans to see a SE released. Between us, my friend and I probably know more about the film and it's creation than anyone who wasn't actually involved in the making of it. If a SE is eventually produced (as we hope for all the time), then we'd like to do support it in any way, perhaps even contributing to a text-only commentary track.
Some features fans are hoping to see someday would likely include:
Commentary from writer/director David Cronenberg, FX artist Chris Walas, actors Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, producer Stuart Cornfeld, composer Howard Shore, production designer Carol Spier, etc.
The film's *legendary* deleted scenes/epilogue (monkey-cat!), with optional commentary, and/or a short documentary on them. (Hopefully, this footage still exists. It was used in a rough-cut and previewed for an audience or two.)
Retrospectives from cast/crew, and documentaries on the film's OSCAR-winning makeup and creature effects, as well as visual effects/set designs.
Behind-the-scenes (Makeup tests/photos, telepod construction, etc.) and still photo galleries.
The original 6-min. promo piece (included on the Fly/Fly II double feature in every region...except REGION 1!)
The 2000 AMC documentary "The Fly Papers".
The original Charles Edward Pogue script, which was rewritten by Cronenberg to fit his own filmmaking sensibilities.
Trailers/tv spots.
I would hope that a Fly Special Edition sees the light of day eventually. Is there at least a CHANCE that this will come to pass? If it does, and you wish to consult us, please contact us. Thank you for your time!
- Greg Kirkman ([email protected])
Being a devoted fan of David Cronenberg's The Fly (1986), I was saddened to learn a while back that no Special Edition was "in the cards" for at least the next 18 months. A friend in England ([email protected]) and I have constructed a Fly fansite (http://www.fortunecity.com/tattooine/zelazny/119), and we've noticed that there's a large demand from the film's fans to see a SE released. Between us, my friend and I probably know more about the film and it's creation than anyone who wasn't actually involved in the making of it. If a SE is eventually produced (as we hope for all the time), then we'd like to do support it in any way, perhaps even contributing to a text-only commentary track.
Some features fans are hoping to see someday would likely include:
Commentary from writer/director David Cronenberg, FX artist Chris Walas, actors Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, John Getz, producer Stuart Cornfeld, composer Howard Shore, production designer Carol Spier, etc.
The film's *legendary* deleted scenes/epilogue (monkey-cat!), with optional commentary, and/or a short documentary on them. (Hopefully, this footage still exists. It was used in a rough-cut and previewed for an audience or two.)
Retrospectives from cast/crew, and documentaries on the film's OSCAR-winning makeup and creature effects, as well as visual effects/set designs.
Behind-the-scenes (Makeup tests/photos, telepod construction, etc.) and still photo galleries.
The original 6-min. promo piece (included on the Fly/Fly II double feature in every region...except REGION 1!)
The 2000 AMC documentary "The Fly Papers".
The original Charles Edward Pogue script, which was rewritten by Cronenberg to fit his own filmmaking sensibilities.
Trailers/tv spots.
I would hope that a Fly Special Edition sees the light of day eventually. Is there at least a CHANCE that this will come to pass? If it does, and you wish to consult us, please contact us. Thank you for your time!
- Greg Kirkman ([email protected])