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Kevin Smith Recovers Dogma Rights After Decades-Long Battle
31 Jan
Summary
- Filmmaker Kevin Smith is writing a sequel to 'Dogma' nearly 30 years later.
- Smith fought for years to regain rights from Harvey Weinstein.
- A hedge fund acquired the rights, allowing Smith a second chance.
Filmmaker Kevin Smith is actively working on a sequel to his 1999 theological comedy, 'Dogma,' almost thirty years after the original film's premiere. Smith recently shared his extensive efforts to reacquire the rights to 'Dogma,' which had been personally held by disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein.
Smith recounted multiple attempts to buy back the film, beginning with an offer of $250,000, later increasing to $500,000, and eventually a million-dollar bid involving stars Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. These efforts were repeatedly met with refusal from Weinstein.
The rights eventually became available when a hedge fund purchased a package of films from Weinstein, who was reportedly facing financial and legal difficulties. This new owner did not sell 'Dogma' to Smith but agreed to partner with him for re-releases.
