The Seattle home that has inspired the Disney Pixar movie "Up" will be featured on the big screen. Fox Searchlight has recently green-lit the project, which is said to be a comedic drama.
Edith Macefield, the owner of the now famous home, has been hailed as a local hero as she stood ground in her small farmhouse even when she was offered $1 million to move out. Just as the neighborhood kept progressing commercially, the puny home stood out even when there was already a mall around it. The house stayed there for 100 years, and when Macefield passed away in 2008, she granted full ownership to the person kicking her out, Barry Martin.
The comedic drama will focus on Macefield's relationship with the superintendent of the construction project, Martin, and how they were able to connect and learn from each other despite their difference. The recurring theme of maintaining dignity will be present all throughout.
The Hollywood Reporter has the exclusive report. "Easy A's" Will Gluck takes on the project along with his partner Jodi Hildebrand. Gluck has yet to be confirmed as director. Martin's memoir titled "Under One Roof" is also part of the deal.
Earlier this month, Daily Mail reported that the Seattle home was recently spared from demolition. Thanks to the help of non-profit organization OPAL Community Land Trust, Macefield's property will serve as home to a family in Orcas Island. It will be relocated using a barge.
However, not everyone was happy about the intended move, so for the property to stay in Seattle, the organization now has to raise $205,000 by September 15th to avoid demolition again.
The movie "Up" used the home as a promotional stint by attaching balloons to it.
