Spielberg Could Be Helming ‘Matt Helm’

Variety is reporting that iconic director Steven Spielberg could be moving next to a film based on the novels centering around playboy super spy, Matt Helm. Spielberg is seriously considering directing the film, which was, at one time, set up at DreamWorks before the company and Paramount split. The ‘Matt Helm’ property was left at Paramount, and whether Spielberg wants to direct the film or not, there will be some serious negotiations between the two companies to settle the deal.

Spielberg was so pleased with Paul Attanasio’s (‘Donnie Brasco’ and ‘The Sum of All Fears’) recent rewrite on the project, that he has definitely stepped on as producer.  There is no official word yet on whether he has decided to direct it.

While the four movies based on the 27-novel series by Donal Hamilton were somewhat tongue-in-cheek, Variety is saying Attanasio’s screenplay is closer to the recent ‘Bourne Identity’ spy thrillers.

Hollywood golden boys Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci are also on board as producers.

Source: Variety