Neill Blomkamp Developing New 'Starship Troopers' Adaptation Based on Original Novel
The 'District 9' director will write, direct, and produce the project, which departs from Paul Verhoeven's 1997 cult classic to focus on Robert A. Heinlein's 1959 sci-fi novel.
- Neill Blomkamp, known for 'District 9,' has been tapped to helm a new adaptation of 'Starship Troopers' for Sony Pictures.
- The project will draw directly from Robert A. Heinlein's 1959 novel rather than revisiting Paul Verhoeven's satirical 1997 film or its sequels.
- Blomkamp will serve as writer, director, and producer, collaborating with his wife Terri Tatchell, who co-wrote 'District 9' and 'Chappie.'
- The original novel, which explores themes of war and military power, has been both celebrated and criticized for its controversial political undertones.
- Details about the plot and production timeline remain under wraps, with fans eager to see how Blomkamp will interpret the material.
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