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A new feature film version of Scarface is being developed by Universal Pictures and one of the producers from the 1983 film, which itself was a remake of the original 1932 movie. At this time there isn't a story behind this new Scarface except that it won't be a remake of either movie, nor will it be a prequel or sequel. Instead, the Scarface of the early 21st century will follow a different central character as he enters America and builds an empire of wealth and infamy from the avails of crime.
The 1982 Scarface which stars Al Pacino as Cuban immigrant Tony Montana is still a popular cult movie. When it was first released De Palma's Scarface was critically panned and viewed as being far too violent for its time. In the following years the De Palma Scarface movie gained a following from the underground movie audience before becoming a cultural touchstone for the hip-hop movement. Today, there are posters and t-shirts sold every day with the image of Al Pacino on them, and his famous line, "Say hello to my little friend" has become one of the world's top selling ringtone. Two weeks ago a screening of the film was held to mark the release of Scarface on Blu-ray, with Pacino and several cast members attending the event.
Martin*Bregman was a producer on the '82 film and is involved in developing the new Scarface along with Marc Shmuger of Global Produce. Universal is currently meeting with writers to find a different-but-similar new storyline and Scarface character for us to follow.
The 1982 Scarface which stars Al Pacino as Cuban immigrant Tony Montana is still a popular cult movie. When it was first released De Palma's Scarface was critically panned and viewed as being far too violent for its time. In the following years the De Palma Scarface movie gained a following from the underground movie audience before becoming a cultural touchstone for the hip-hop movement. Today, there are posters and t-shirts sold every day with the image of Al Pacino on them, and his famous line, "Say hello to my little friend" has become one of the world's top selling ringtone. Two weeks ago a screening of the film was held to mark the release of Scarface on Blu-ray, with Pacino and several cast members attending the event.
Martin*Bregman was a producer on the '82 film and is involved in developing the new Scarface along with Marc Shmuger of Global Produce. Universal is currently meeting with writers to find a different-but-similar new storyline and Scarface character for us to follow.
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