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Michael Bay's production company Platinum Dunes has reconfirmed its dedication to producing a remake of Friday the 13th to the trade publication Variety. The company says that the film is now set for a 2009 release date.
The project was initially supposed to move forward in early 2006, before entering development hell and being delayed in favor of other remakes from Platinum Dunes including The Hitcher as well as the prequel Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning.
Many are waiting to see the performance of Rob Zombie's Halloween remake to see what the final word is on whether this moves forward or not. Jonathan Liebesman was previously attached to direct the R-Rated horror film which would return to Crystal Lake. Paramount has also given their blessing to the project in the past year, opening the door for use of the Friday the 13th name as well as characters from the pre-New Line era.
Febuary, March and November will all receive "Friday the 13ths" during the year 2009, making them ideal for potential release dates.
From what little bit of info has surfaced, it's really hard to tell what this movie is going to be. Some have said a combined remake of parts 1 & 2, a sequel set near and in the style of 2, 3, or 4, or just a plain ol' new movie. Some have also said that Tommy Jarvis would be a part of this new film, but it's unknown in what capacity.
