By Yesterday we mentioned that there is a Labyrinth reboot in the works, which is being written by Guardians of the Galaxy co-writer Nicole Perlman. Perlman took to Twitter over the weekend to assure fans that the film is not a remake, while suggesting the project is a continuation of the story that’s been in the works for some time.
Guys, please don't fall for all the clickbait. No one is remaking "Labyrinth." That movie is perfect as it is.
— Nicole Perlman (@Uncannygirl) January 24, 2016
Henson Co & I started talking in late 2014, so the timing of these rumors is so upsetting. I would never seek to profit from Bowie's death.
— Nicole Perlman (@Uncannygirl) January 23, 2016
Labyrinth is my favorite film from childhood, so I share your concerns that any continuation of the world be handled with love and respect.
— Nicole Perlman (@Uncannygirl) January 23, 2016
There you have it. If this is a Labyrinth sequel, it’ll be interesting to see if it revisits Jennifer Connelly’s character as an adult; ditto how they’ll discuss Jareth the goblin king (David Bowie).
So far my friend Christina Nicholls has the best suggestion for who should play the new goblin royal: Tilda Swinton.
Any other suggestions? Add them to the comments.
[via NME, AV Club]