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According to The Hollywood Reporter, the new interpretation will be set in a dystopian London and centre on a group of thieves who bring hope to the city's down-trodden residents.
Commercials director Nicolai Fuglsig originated the idea and will helm the "futuristic action adventure" that will be "inspired by and pay homage to the legend of Robin Hood". Jason Hall will write the script, with Charles Roven (The Dark Knight), Richard Suckle and Gianni Nunnari serving as producers.
"His stunning visual presentation blew me away," Roven said of Fuglsig's pitch. "He has a very clear vision for the film, one that will re-invent and modernise a classic story."
Ridley Scott is currently filming a Robin Hood movie for Universal with Russell Crowe in the lead role. The movie is scheduled to debut in May 2010.
The character, an arrow-wielding Nottingham outlaw who robs from the rich to give to the poor, has previously been portrayed by Errol Flynn, Sean Connery and Kevin Costner on film.
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