SPIDER-MAN Reboot Slings Its Webb

This is really just an update to the story run a couple of days ago.  At that time, it was just a “might happen” kind of scenario, but, now, it is official.  What came as early buzz from NY Mag’s Vulture, has now been confirmed by Sony Pictures Twitter Feed.  (500) DAYS OF SUMMER director Marc Webb has officially signed on for directing duties on the next SPIDER-MAN film to hit theaters in Summer of 2012.

Even more news is coming from The Hollywood Reporter, which is saying the new film will be a pared down version of the SPIDER-MAN story, dealing more on Peter Parker’s days in high school.  The story, from the screenplay by Jamie Vanderbilt, will steer closer to Parker’s angst-ridden days while trying to cope with his Uncle’s untimely death.  THR is also reporting the budget on the new film will be in the $80 million range.

I’ve said my peace about Marc Webb taking on this challenge.  I hope he is up for it, and it gives me some hope that the film is going to be $80 million instead of around $200 million.  He is a highly gifted director, and I pray he can pull this off with flying colors.  I just have my doubts as to the style the film is going to take and what might be in store for us with this new take on SPIDER-MAN.  Some people are already likening this to a SMALLVILLE version of the superhero, and still others don’t have a problem with that one bit.

We’ll all find out in the coming months and throughout next year, as casting choices start to come in.