Director Simon West Could be Directing Statham as ‘The Mechanic’

‘The Mechanic’ is one of those films that I regretted passing up for so long.   However, just a few weeks back, i rectified that situation, and, now, I am proud to say I experienced the glory of some Bronson badassery.

However, word comes to us today from Production Weekly (via their Twitter posts) that director Simon West (‘Con Air’, ‘Lara Croft: Tomb Raider’, and ‘When a Stranger Calls’) is in talks to direct a remake of ‘The Mechanic.’   The man set to fill Bronson’s shoes?   None other than the equally badass Jason Statham.

These are the rumors, anyway.   Screenwriting duties are in the court of Shane Salerno, who worked on the screenplay about ten years ago on another remake of a badass, ’70s film, ‘Shaft.’   While that remake wasn’t exactly all it probably should have been, I’m psyched to see what Statham can do with this role.   Of course, if West takes the helm, the film will surely lose all of its grit and harshness for slick and stylish.

What do you think?   As far as remakes go, is ‘The Mechanic’ that bad of a choice?   Is Statham a good choice to fill the role?   Do you think the remake will keep the original film’s ending?   Let us know by commenting below!

Source: Production Weekly