What Happened?

A fourth installment of the Rush Hour film franchise has been greenlit for production,as‍ reported by PEOPLE. the revival is reportedly due to lobbying efforts by former President Donald trump on behalf of director Brett Ratner and Paramount Pictures.

entertainment journalist Matthew Belloni, former editorial director for The Hollywood Reporter, revealed the news via a post on X (formerly Twitter) on November 25, 2023. He stated that Paramount will release Rush Hour⁢ 4 following Trump’s intervention, involving a meeting with Paramount Skydance shareholder Larry Ellison. Producer Tarak Ben ‍Ammar is currently securing financing for the project.

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Why It Matters: Trump’s Influence and the Film Industry

This⁤ situation highlights the unusual intersection of politics ‍and hollywood.⁣ ⁣ Trump’s direct involvement in securing a⁤ distribution deal for Rush Hour 4 ⁢raises questions about the influence of political figures on entertainment projects. Belloni’s commentary suggests a potentially concerning dynamic, labeling it as “the dumbest possible state-controlled media.”

The revival of a long-dormant franchise like Rush Hour ⁤ also⁤ speaks to the ongoing demand for familiar content in the film industry, and the ‍willingness of studios to revisit established properties, even with controversial figures involved in their production.

Key Players

• Donald Trump: ⁤ Former President of the United States,reportedly lobbied on behalf of Brett Ratner and Paramount.
• Brett Ratner: Director of the ⁣first three Rush Hour films.
• Matthew Belloni: Entertainment journalist and former editorial director of The Hollywood Reporter, first reported the news.
• Larry Ellison: Paramount Skydance shareholder, met with Donald Trump.
• Tarak Ben ‍Ammar: Producer securing financing for Rush Hour 4.
• Paramount Pictures: The studio releasing Rush Hour 4.

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