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Lee Isaac Chung, acclaimed for Minari and Twisters, is in talks to direct the Ocean's prequel. The script is being written by Carrie Solomon, known for A Family Affair. The Ocean's franchise, featuring stars like George Clooney and Sandra Bullock, has earned over $1.4 billion worldwide. Chung’s upcoming projects also include adapting the sci-fi novel Traveler.

Key Points: Twisters Director Lee Isaac Chung May Helm Ocean's Prequel

  • Lee Isaac Chung known for Minari and Twisters
  • Carrie Solomon writing the script
  • Ocean's franchise grossed $1.4B globally
  • Chung also directing sci-fi novel Traveler adaptation
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'Twisters' director Lee Isaac Chung in talks for Ocean's prequel

Oscar-nominated Lee Isaac Chung in talks to direct the Ocean's prequel, following his success with Minari and Twisters.

"The script will be based on characters created by George Clayton Johnson and Jack Golden Russell. – Variety"

Washington DC, August 1

'Twisters' director Lee Isaac Chung is in talks with the makers to direct the highly-awaited 'Ocean's' prequel, reported Variety.

The Oscar-nominated filmmaker has already proved his versatility by directing a family drama, 'Minari', to a big-budget movie ', Twisters'. The makers have not announced the cast of the film yet.

The script is being penned by Carrie Solomon, who wrote the Zac Efron and Nicole Kidman rom-com 'A Family Affair.'

The script will be based on characters created by George Clayton Johnson and Jack Golden Russell, as reported by Variety.

The 'Ocean's' trilogy starred George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon and Julia Roberts, and a spinoff, 'Ocean's 8,' featured Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett and Anne Hathaway.

The films have grossed over 1.4 billion USD at the global box office, according to Variety.

As for Chung, the filmmaker was nominated for Academy Awards for directing 'Minari' and for writing its screenplay.

Chung's other projects include 'Munyurangabo,' which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival to critical acclaim and episodes of 'The Mandalorian' and 'Skeleton Crew.'

He is set to direct the upcoming feature adaptation of the sci-fi novel 'Traveler' by Joseph Eckert.

Earlier this year, the San Francisco International Film Festival's Sloan Science in Cinema Initiative presented a 20,000 USD prize to Lee Isaac Chung's film 'Twisters,' along with a 5,000 USD award to Cyprien Vial's movie 'Magma.'

- ANI

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Priya S
As an Indian film lover, I'm excited! The Ocean's movies were always about smart storytelling and great chemistry between stars. Hope they cast some fresh faces this time instead of just Hollywood A-listers.
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Rohit P
Not sure about this. Ocean's needs a director with experience in slick action-comedies. Chung's work is good but very different genre. Hollywood just randomly assigning directors these days 😕
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Sarah B
I loved Minari! If Chung can bring that same emotional depth to Ocean's prequel while keeping the fun elements, this could be something special. Fingers crossed!
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Kavya N
Bollywood should take notes - this is how you do franchise films! Proper planning, good directors, and respect for source material. Not just remaking old hits with new stars. Hollywood ka style alag hai!
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Michael C
The writer did 'A Family Affair'? That was quite mediocre. Hope the studio keeps tight control on the script. Ocean's movies live or die by their clever writing more than direction.

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