This remake of the cult film is considered a must-see, but there is a risk of a long wait

Last October, we discovered the first images of The Toxic Avenger remake, starring Peter Dinklage ( Game of Thrones ) and Elijah Wood ( Lord of the Rings ), among others. Since then, almost nothing: The film, rated R for its intense violence, has indeed been screened at several genre film festivals — and reviews have been fairly favorable. However, it still does not have a distributor.

As World of Reel reports, Macon Blair’s feature film is currently being considered for “unsorted” according to one of the producers, who confirms that the commercial prospects A toxic avenger Too much”unusual” for any kind of traditional theatrical release. As a result, streaming or direct VOD release seems to be the only solution. Or maybe it will never see the light of day.

“If it had good reviews, maybe the predictions would be a little more optimistic, but there is not much potential. It is very niche. Honestly, I wouldn’t be surprised if we see him on the tube in a few years– said the producer in the interview.

The site also reports that filmmaker and producer Adam Masnick recently took to X (formerly Twitter) to confirm that the film was rated.Not safe enough to market“, which in his opinion is why no one has taken the necessary measures to spread it. Ultimately, it may even turn out to be part of the “lost media.”

“It is a fact. We were also officially told about this – I am working on the licensing of the film product.“

For those unfamiliar with Lloyd Kaufman’s original 1984 film, which has a cult following, it tells the story of a janitor who is exposed to toxic waste, transforming him into a twisted superhero. Now blessed with superhuman strength, he must save his son and stop a ruthless, power-hungry tyrant who seeks to use toxic superpowers to bolster his tainted empire.

Author and director Macon BlairThe remake will be a modern reimagining of the classic with a 5-star ensemble: Peter Dinklage In the title role, but Elijah WoodJacob Tremblay, Taylor Page, Julia Davis, Johnny Coyne and Kevin Bacon.

As mentioned, the film does not have a release date. should be followed carefully.