Universal Pictures is working with Keanu Reeves to star in 47 Ronin. The project is an epic period based on the true tale of a band of samurai swordsmen who avenged the death of their master in 18th century Japan.
Chris Morgan, who co-wrote Wanted and penned the upcoming Fast and Furious. I guess, though, there won’t be any guns or cars in the film – just swords.
In 47 Ronin, Reeves play one of the swordsmen; the group and their master are revered in Japan for their revenge attack on Dec. 14, 1702.
According to Variety, the story will be told in a stylized version that mixes fantasy elements of the sort seen in The Lord of the Rings with gritty battle scenes similar to those in films such as Gladiator.
Once the director is hired the plan is to begin shooting next year.
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