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1995's JUDGE DREDD movie was supposed to kick off a franchise. Bluntly, it didn't. At one stage mooted for Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tony Scott, it ended up with Danny Cannon and Sylvester Stallone, with 2000AD's legendary law enforcer and Mega City One appearing on the big screen for the first time.
Simon Brew tells the story of just what happened...
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Film Stories celebrates the magic of movies, from blockbuster hits to indie gems. Through reviews, podcasts, deep dives and behind-the-scenes insights, we explore the stories behind the films, the people who make them, and why they matter. We stay curious, we stay positive, and we shine a light on the filmmaking journey... the setbacks, surprises, and small miracles that happen along the way.
0:00 The Long Road to Mega-City One
0:33 The Search for a Lawman
1:42 Marketing the Future
6:03 The Shadow of Robocop
9:53 The Writer's Room Revolving Door
18:15 Finding the Right Visionary
26:39 Practical Magic on a Budget
40:47 The Verdict of the Box Office
1995's JUDGE DREDD movie was supposed to kick off a franchise. Bluntly, it didn't. At one stage mooted for Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tony Scott, it ended up with Danny Cannon and Sylvester Stallone, with 2000AD's legendary law enforcer and Mega City One appearing on the big screen for the first time.
Simon Brew tells the story of just what happened...
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Film Stories celebrates the magic of movies, from blockbuster hits to indie gems. Through reviews, podcasts, deep dives and behind-the-scenes insights, we explore the stories behind the films, the people who make them, and why they matter. We stay curious, we stay positive, and we shine a light on the filmmaking journey... the setbacks, surprises, and small miracles that happen along the way.
0:00 The Long Road to Mega-City One
0:33 The Search for a Lawman
1:42 Marketing the Future
6:03 The Shadow of Robocop
9:53 The Writer's Room Revolving Door
18:15 Finding the Right Visionary
26:39 Practical Magic on a Budget
40:47 The Verdict of the Box Office
