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Sam Raimi Conjures New 'Magic' Film
15 May
Summary
- Sam Raimi will direct a new adaptation of 'Magic'.
- The film is based on William Goldman's novel.
- Raimi previously directed the 'Spider-Man' trilogy.
Sam Raimi has been selected by Lionsgate to helm "Magic," a contemporary reimagining of William Goldman's celebrated novel. The story, previously adapted into a 1978 film, follows a ventriloquist whose malicious puppet gains control.
Raimi, acclaimed for the "Evil Dead" franchise and the "Spider-Man" trilogy, is also producing. He recently directed the box office success "Send Help." The screenplay for the new "Magic" adaptation is penned by Mark Swift and Damian Shannon.
Meredith Wieck and Pavan Kalidindi are overseeing the project for Lionsgate. Adam Fogelson, chair of Lionsgate Motion Picture Group, expressed enthusiasm, calling Raimi "the dream director" for the material and praising the script.
