Recent rumors (via aintitcoolnews.com) on what project Terrence Malick will tackle after his latest film, “Tree of Life” wraps, have him attached to the Middle English epic poem, “Gawain and The Green Knight.” It is certainly exciting to hear that Malick could be jumping into right into another project, since he is notorious for coming out of his hideout to make a masterpiece once every 15 years.
The poem deals with the proud and virtuous Sir Gawain, a member of King Arthur’s round table, who is forced to face his own flaws when he meets a mysterious green warrior. The poem is filled with complex symbolism and speculation on the interpretation of the underlying meaning still continue to this day, which makes use believe their may not be another director who would be as well suited for the project as Malick. We hope this actually materializes, but we also don’t recommend holding your breath on anything Malick is attached to.
Malick’s next pic, “The Tree Of Life” starring Brad Pitt, Sean Penn and Jessica Chastain, is scheduled to come out Fall/winter 2009.
