Back in the mid 1980s, Jonathan Betuel wrote "The Last Starfighter", which was directed by Nick Castle and shown in theaters back in 1984. The film was soon thereafter considered as a cult hit by sci-fi and fantasy enthusiasts as well as tons of computer game fanatics. It was also the first blockbuster Hollywood movie to use computer-generated images.
According to Betuel, "The Last Starfighter" is a known story of a young gamer who stepped into the shoes from an alien defense force pilot. It may be showing to the small screen as a TV show. And now, the looting of 1980s geek society continues!
During his recent interview, Jonathan Beteul said that the show doesn't specifically proceed from the original "Starfighter" story, which involves a young computer game fan into space to battle in an alien war. Rather, it is a tale about alien law enforcement. "It's about instilling a moral code," stated Beteul as quoted by Variety news.
Betuel has likewise affirmed that he's working with virtual reality stimulation team 'Surreal' to include scenes shot for virtual reality supports. This will give a great viewing experience as viewers could explore the spaceship. The original "The Last Starfighter" was one of the first released movies to use PC created visual effects as reported by Collider news.
'Surreal' is not the first company to attempt to revive "Starfighter." Seth Rogen, and even Steven Spielberg tried to do it as well. Betuel said that for some time, he wasn't really mindful that rights to the franchise had returned to him.
Betuel said that he wants the people to know both technology and storytelling "It is important to be aware of both sides," he said in his interview with Variety.
Rey and Vick likewise accept that their involvement with online video will help them to succeed with the "Starfighter Chronicles," and Virtual Reality. The pair was there when online video grew up, and want to utilize that learning as this new sort of media develops. They are doing it once more, and it's pretty much as energizing, according to Vick. They just hope that this time, it is going to be a bit faster. Vick also added that he doesn't want to wait another five years.
Will the new story work as well without the fantasy of a young gamer at its helm? Watch the original 1984 trailer of "The Last Starfighter" below.
