It’s been virtually 40 years since Emilio Estevez first drew his revolver as Billy the Kid within the iconic Western “Young Guns.”
The actor visited the New Mexico State Capitol on Thursday throughout Film and Media Day to announce that he’ll be coming again to the place it began to movie the subsequent installment within the franchise. He will direct “Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive” and can star once more because the well-known outlaw. The solid additionally consists of authentic members Lou Diamond Phillips and Christian Slater.
Estevez stated throughout a news convention that he is heard jokes about whether or not the title must be “Old Guns.”
The first “Young Guns” premiered in 1988. Its success resulted in a sequel that adopted two years later. Both had been filmed in New Mexico.
The state has a protracted historical past within the film making enterprise. Its gorgeous and rugged landscapes had been a well-liked backdrop for movies starring John Wayne, Humphrey Bogart, Spencer Tracy and Kirk Douglas. It’s now dwelling to manufacturing hubs for Netflix and NBCUniversal.
Gov Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday highlighted “Young Guns” as one of many movies that helped to determine the state as a premier filming vacation spot, saying the subsequent one will add to the legacy.
“This production represents exactly what our film incentives are designed to attract — high-quality projects that create jobs for New Mexicans while showcasing our state’s extraordinary beauty,” she stated.
Estevez, 62, stated some work already is occurring on the movie, however officers did not present any particulars on when the cameras may begin rolling. The plot is also beneath wraps, though Estevez and Phillips had hinted in interviews in recent times that it was very potential that the franchise would return to the large display screen.
Written by Estevez and John Fusco, “Young Guns 3” will likely be produced by Morgan Creek.
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