Fox and Universal tried a fast one with Bungie and Microsoft last week and now they are out of the Halo picture. Is Bungie disappointed? Hard to tell with all that new optimism.
Bungie Responds to Loss of Fox and Universal on Halo
Bungie has posted a brief update on the recent loss of the studios once given the task of distributing Halo.
Universal and Fox wanted to renegotiate the Halo movie deal at the 11th hour and Microsoft and its partners, Peter Jackson and Fran Walsh refused.
“We are disappointed that Universal and Fox wanted to significantly renegotiate the financial points of the deal. But the Halo franchise is hugely popular and our goal remains the same - to find a partner that shares our passion and will creatively collaborate with us to best represent the story and spirit of the Halo franchise. Peter Jackson, Fran Walsh and the rest of the creative team are dedicated to ensuring the Halo movie becomes a reality. We are already in discussions with potential partners who recognize the value of the Halo brand and its appeal to consumers worldwide.”
Bungie concludes their update by claiming that not only are they optimistic about the latest news -- for reasons that they cannot say -- but are glad to rid themselves of studios who would limit creativity based strictly on numbers.
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