Key Takeaways:
– Peter Dinklage is the leading actor in Macon Blair's remake of the cult-classic film, The Toxic Avenger.
– The updated iteration also features Kevin Bacon and Elijah Wood as the main antagonists.
– The film's release date remains uncertain, though Dinklage is hopeful it will debut in theaters soon.
– The Toxic Avenger remake has garnered an R rating for its significant violent and graphic content.
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If you've been eagerly waiting for news about the remake of the cult-classic, The Toxic Avenger, we've got some updates. Peter Dinklage, who headlines the movie, recently shared his optimistic outlook surrounding the film's release. Despite the uncertainty, he hopes that this update of the famous Troma film will soon “have its day in the toxic sun”.
Deep Diving into ‘The Toxic Avenger' Remake
Let's refresh our memories quickly. The original Toxic Avenger was known for its quirky, irreverent portrayal of a superhero story. Macon Blair's take on the remake aims to keep that same spirit alive, maintaining the offbeat, graphic violence that made the original movie a cult classic.
In this version, Peter Dinklage plays Winston Gooze. Winston is a weakling who works as a janitor at a health club called Garb-X. When he's diagnosed with a terminal illness demanding an expensive cure that his employer refuses to pay for, he takes matters into his own hands. He attempts to rob the company, falls into a pit of toxic waste, and morphs into a monstrously deformed figure. Now transformed, he sets out to get back at those who had wronged him.
Dinklage Teams Up With Bacon and Wood
In the Toxic Avenger remake, Dinklage joins forces with Kevin Bacon and Elijah Wood. Bacon portrays the corporate villain Bob Garbinger, and Wood plays Bob's brother Fritz, a character blended with elements of Riff Raff from The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Danny DeVito's Penguin.
Additional members of the eccentric cast include a band of musician-assassins called the Killer Nutz, and Taylour Paige in the role of a determined investigative reporter. Plus, Jacob Tremblay appears as Winston's stepson, and Jonny Coyne plays a dubious criminal figure.
Post-Production Adventures
Following the release of the Red Band trailer last September, there have been clouds of uncertainty hanging over the film's release. The primary issue is its unique blend of commercial appeal and cult film charm, which has left the studio puzzled on how to proceed. Despite these issues, Peter Dinklage remains optimistic about the film's potential.
The remake was filmed in Bulgaria and was produced by legendary entertainment and the original creators from Troma, Lloyd Kaufman, and Michael Herz. The film has received an R rating for its extreme violence, language, sexual references, and brief nudity, which includes a moment known as “the butt guts scene”.
Waiting for a Glimpse of ‘The Toxic Sun'
Despite the film's cliffhanger status, optimism abounds. Dinklage, when speaking with ComicBook.com, expressed his anticipation for the film's release, as it was received very well at Fantastic Fest in Austin. The world awaits its day under the “toxic sun”. So, keep your fingers crossed and stay tuned for more updates!
