A Raging Bull sequel getting cast? A Raging Bull sequel? First of all, let me clarify that this isn't an April's Fools joke. At least not on my part. And let me add right away that neither Martin Scorsese nor Robert De Niro — or any of Raging Bull's screenwriters — is involved in this new venture. And that Raging Bull II, based on a book by Chris Anderson, Sharon McGehee, and Jake Lamotta, is supposed to be both a prequel and a sequel to the original tale. According to moviehole.net, several Raging Bull II roles are open for interested actors — in some cases "Star Name Only." The leading role of aging boxer Jake Lamotta, however, has already gone to William Forsythe. Martin Guigui is to direct. The Young Jake Lamotta (14-20 years old) hasn't been cast yet. Forsythe had a supporting role in Sergio Leone's Once Upon a Time in America...
- 4/6/2012
- by Zac Gille
- Alt Film Guide
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