Robert Zemeckis in Talks to Direct Sci-Fi Thriller ‘Ares’

Robert Zemeckis is in ultimate talks to direct sci-fi thriller “Ares” for Warner Bros., a person with information of the challenge tells TheWrap.

“Birds of Prey” screenwriter Geneva Robertson-Dworet wrote the script which facilities on an astronaut whose area capsule crash lands within the African desert. As the astronaut rushes to reunite along with his household, it’s revealed that his astronaut’s mission is a component of a bigger conspiracy and that he could also be carrying a secret that might eternally change the world.

Along with directing, Zemeckis may also produce “Ares” along with his ImageMovers companions Jack Rapke and Steve Starkey. Rideback’s Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich are additionally producing. Rideback produced awards contender “The Two Popes” in addition to 2019’s billion-dollar hit, “Aladdin.” Kristin Winkler can be producing. Roland Emmerich is govt producing. Rideback’s Ryan Halprin will govt produce as will Jackie Levine.

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Additionally, Zemeckis can be set to direct a Disney’s live-action remake of “Pinocchio.” Both initiatives are being developed concurrently and it’s unknown which challenge would go first. Zemeckis is presently in submit on his newest directorial effort, “Witches,” WarnerMedia’s adaptation of the Roald Dahl novel which stars Anne Hathaway.

Zemeckis is repped by WME and Gang Tyre.

The Hollywood Reporter first reported the information.