Michael Showalter to offer "rebuttal" to '00s rom-com Serendipity
Showalter has signed on to make a new version of the John Cusack-Kate Beckinsale movie, but don't call it a remake.
Michael Showalter, a seasoned filmmaker, is set to tackle the rom-com genre again with a new project that is being positioned as a "rebuttal" to the 2001 hit Serendipity. Showalter, known for his work on films like The Baxter and Big Sick, will direct and produce a film under the same title, Serendipity. The new movie, however, will not be a straightforward remake but rather a fresh take on the theme of reconnection between two love interests.
Showalter's approach will involve creating new characters and a new storyline, deviating from the original plot where John Cusack and Kate Beckinsale's characters share a magical meet-cute that leads to a missed connection. The new Serendipity will explore different dynamics of love and relationships, according to Showalter. He describes the project as a "rebuttal" rather than a remake or reboot, emphasizing the original's tagline about destiny and humor.
The original Serendipity, a massive hit in 2001, captured audiences with its romantic tagline: "When love feels like magic, it's called 'destiny.' When destiny has a sense of humor, it's called 'Serendipity.'" It remains to be seen if Showalter can match the charm and success of the original, but fans of rom-coms are eagerly anticipating his take on the genre.
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