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Four years ago, Mattel announced they would partner with Universal Pictures to develop a live-action film adaptation of their "Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots" toy line, with action superstar Vin Diesel attached to star. However, the project has seen little movement over the past four years. Now, Mattel has revealed a significant new development: Diesel, who is already set to star, will also take on the rare role of screenwriter, personally penning the script for the film.
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Diesel does possess screenwriting talent. Before achieving fame as an actor, he first gained recognition for writing, directing, and starring in the short film "Multi-Facial" and his feature debut "Strays." However, this marks his first screenwriting credit on a major studio production. Prior to Diesel taking over, the "Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots" live-action film was originally set to be penned by Ryan Engle, known for writing "Rampage." The reasons behind this change, leading to Diesel writing the script himself, are currently unknown.
When Mattel first announced the project four years ago, the rumored plot involved an advanced battle robot forming an unlikely bond with a father and son, a premise that sounded remarkably similar to "Real Steel." With a new screenwriter on board, Mattel has not specified whether this original premise will be retained. However, entertainment outlet Deadline recently reported that Universal Pictures, originally involved in the film's development, has since exited the project.
via： Deadline