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‘Heat 2’: Michael Mann Says He’s Still Writing The Script But Wants To Move Forward “As Soon As Possible”

What’s the deal with Michael Mann’sHeat 2?” For a while now, we’ve heard the filmmaker talk about it as if it’s on the verge of happening. But yet, we are approaching the end of 2024 and production hasn’t begun on the film. Hell, we haven’t even got confirmation on who is starring in the film. But Mann remains hopeful.

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Speaking to Collider, Michael Mann gave an update about the status of “Heat 2.” It appears the filmmaker is still finishing up the script for the film, and if all goes well, then production can begin shortly thereafter. But then again, maybe it’ll all come crashing down.

“Nothing’s definitely going because the sky may fall,” said Mann. “But ‘Heat 2’ is at Warner Bros. I’m writing the screenplay for them, and hopefully, we will go forward as soon as possible.”

Obviously, Mann saying that nothing is definite is a bit of him being pessimistic. It really does seem as if “Heat 2” will eventually get made. Hopefully, it’s just a matter of him having to finish the script, and the delay isn’t anything to do with a budget. 

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As for the cast, the biggest rumors include Austin Butler and Adam Driver being in the film. Each of them has been playing coy about revealing anything during interviews, but it seems as if those are done deals. That is, as long as schedules don’t conflict. 

So, with all that said, it sounds as if we’re still going to be waiting until 2025 for any news about production to begin on “Heat 2.” Let’s just hope the next update from Mann has more concrete plans. 

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