Barbarella? Remake? Seriously?

I know that I'm late for this (working on a book). A friend forwarded me the link to Universal Dumps Rodriguez's Barbarella Remake. My first reaction is worded in the title. Let's be clear about this, the original movie is a work of art. Trying to top it is probably impossible.

Then I took the time to actually read the article. My next thought was: Rose McGowan as Barbarella? Robert Rodriguez as director? This could really work! Again, I'm late to the party and the producers won't care much about my say anyway, but still: It might work.

No offense, but the other choices for the leading role? Are you kidding me? Don't get me wrong here, I admire these actresses as much as any other guy concerned with the business, but BARBARELLA? Seriously? Guys, did you watch the original movie? Thought so, go to a video-store and catch up! Mr. Rodriguez beat you on this one.

To clarify one thing: I'm not part of the "rabid fan-base"[sic] of Rose McGowan, but I care a lot about the legacy of Barbarella.

PS: If I had a wish, I'd like to see Jon Lovitz as Durand Durand. ;-)

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