Opinion seems to be divided on Salt. Many critics were very positive about it, though the movie going public seemed to be a little more mixed in their views.
It is possibly a little premature to be planning for a sequel, though the film did gross some $290m worldwide, so it seems likely. Either way, Philip Noyce, who directed Salt will not be back for a sequel.
Talking to Moviehole about his work on the upcoming DVD/Blu-ray release, Noyce said:-
“Those 3 [alternate] Blu-ray cuts [of the film] represent just about everything I have to offer on Evelyn Salt. If there ever is a sequel, better its directed by someone with a completely fresh take on what I believe could be a totally entertaining and complex series of stories.”
He also took the time to spill the beans on what he has got on his mind instead of returning to Evelyn Salt:-
“Christopher Hampton, of Atonement fame, is currently in negotiations to rework the Dirt Music script, with Russell Crowe confirmed to play singer/song writer Luther Fox. Its a film about the transporting power of love and music. I’m also working with Salt producer Sunil Perkash and writer Bill Kelly (Enchanted) on another romantic drama called “Timeless”, being financed by Relativity.”
What do you think? Did you enjoy Salt? Would you like some more? Does it matter that Noyce won’t return? Feel free to comment below.
