Paramount gives nod to The Naked Gun reboot following a test scene featuring Liam Neeson's disrespectful banter towards executives: "He reportedly insults them and walks away."
In a daring move to revive the classic comedy series, the creators of The Naked Gun reboot persuaded Paramount to greenlight the project with an impressive proof of concept. This mini five-minute sequence, directed by Akiva Schaffer, featured Liam Neeson in a humorous and irreverent monologue that left the Paramount greenlight committee in stitches.
The scene, filmed in a noir-lit warehouse on the Paramount lot, saw Neeson's character in an interrogation setting, breaking down a criminal in a manner reminiscent of the original film. However, it was his direct address to the camera, mockingly challenging the executives, that truly sealed the deal. With lines like, "What the fuck are you waiting for? Why don't you get your pencil pushers to sign on the line? Make sure they have a line item for adult diapers and cocaine in case one of you ever wants to visit set," Neeson's character left no room for doubt.
The proof of concept was a clever amalgamation of elements from the hospital interrogation scene with Kevin Durand and jokes from a scene with Busta Rhymes. It served as an accurate representation of what the movie was going to be - a goofy and hilarious detective parody that pushes comedy boundaries while being completely faithful to its predecessor.
The new film of The Naked Gun is currently out in theatres, starring an exciting cast including Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, rapper Busta Rhymes, and WWE superstar Cody Rhodes. The film has received enthusiastic reception from viewers and critics this summer, with many praising the comedic timing and the faithful recreation of the original's spirit.
Interestingly, Leslie Nielsen's Frank Drebin originally debuted in the TV show Police Squad. In the reboot, we see Leslie Neeson playing his son, carrying on the legacy of the iconic character.
The success of the proof of concept was instrumental in getting the movie greenlit despite initial studio hesitation. It's safe to say that Liam Neeson's bold and confrontational performance left a lasting impression on the Paramount executives, paving the way for the return of The Naked Gun.
- After the impressive proof of concept, one might consider streaming the new The Naked Gun on their Xbox Series X or Xbox for a dose of action-packed entertainment.
- Total Film, the go-to source for movies and TV reviews, has praised the reboot's comedic timing, comparing it favorably to the original series.
- As more people embrace the revival of The Naked Gun, they may find themselves discussing the film with friends during game nights.
- Despite initial studio reservations, the success of the proof of concept led to deals being sealed for the movie's production, bringing back the beloved comedy series.
- In the comfort of their homes, viewers can switch on their TVs to catch The Naked Gun and join in the laughter and excitement generated by the hilarious parody.
- With the new The Naked Gun in focus, Xbox, PlayStation, and other consoles have added the film to their entertainment libraries for fans to enjoy.
- As the reboot continues to make a splash in movie theaters and platform releases, expect more happening-on-set anecdotes to emerge, much like Liam Neeson's memorable monologue during the proof of concept.
