In spite of the negative reviews on the reboot movie, "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," the production team behind the film is set to make it better the second time around. Word is out that the cast and crew are pulling in all stops to ensure that the sequel is a success and even started the campaign to achieve the goal with a series of location shoots in the Big Apple and Buffalo.
A report in IGN confirmed that "TMNT 2" is heading to New York in May to start shooting. Residents of New York are used to seeing films shot in their city but this news still brings a certain kind of excitement to the city's people.
Among those who expressed his delight in having the movie filmed in the iconic concrete jungle is none other than the city mayor himself.
"New York City knows how to host blockbuster films," said Mayor Bill de Blasio. He added, "We welcome 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2' to New York City, and look forward to the many jobs and tens of millions of jobs this will bring to our local economy."
It was not mentioned what specific jobs the movie would bring but having a production crew in the city would definitely be good for the economy. It has been estimated that the studio would spend around $63 million with just filming in New York while another $7 million has been allotted for shooting in Buffalo, reported NY Daily News.
To protect the cast and crew, exact locations and other details related to the upcoming shoot have not been revealed.
While NY and Buffalo are confirmed locations for the movie, it is not clear whether the same cities would be the places used for the upcoming movie's storyline. No other details about the plot have been revealed to the public except for a few cast members who would return to reprise their roles.
Megan Fox would come back to portray reporter April O'Neill while Tohoru Masamune returns as Shredder. Will Arnett have also been confirmed for Vernon Fenwick.
Iconic villains Bebop and Rocksteady were reported to be part of the upcoming sequel. However, no reports have come up to reveal who would portray the said characters.
A report in Master Herald noted that Stephen Amell, who is famous for his role in "Arrow,' has been casted in the movie as Casey Jones. This revelation has sparked hope in the hearts of the fans that the second movie would somehow be able to redeem the first one.
"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: The Secret of the Ooze" is set to hit theaters on June 3, 2016.
