A DONE DEAL WITH FOX

I’m pleased to finally announce that I have closed a deal to direct a feature film for 20th Century Fox. “ANDREW HENRY’S MEADOW” is a kid-centered fantasy adventure, executive produced by Zach Braff and written by his brother, Adam Braff. The film is also being produced by John Davis and Derek Dauchy for Davis Entertainment (“I Robot,” “Alien Vs. Predator,” “Eragon”).
Based on the beloved children’s book, this story from the brothers Braff has all the movie ingredients that I love: comedy, action, gadgets, and big effects. It will all be set in a highly-stylized world, with art direction similar to movies like “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,” “Time Bandits” and “Brazil.”
Another exciting aspect of this project is that it leaps me into live action films, something I’ve been wanting to do very badly. And the scope of the movie will be huge. It’s going to be a real crash-course in studio moviemaking for me, and I couldn’t be more tingly all over about it.
Now THIS BLOG has a real purpose! You can always check back here for production updates, right from the director’s mouth… or keyboard. This is a long process, and we still have to get that all-important production green light from Fox. But at least now my deal is in place (and I can TALK about it). Next, the Braffs and I will proceed to get the script ready. Sorry to break it to you guys, but there will be NO talking squirrels.


















April 30th, 2007 at 8:45 pm
Zillions of congrats, Cory – that is truly wonderful news! I’m thrilled for you and can’t wait to see how amazingly well you helm this pic. I can already hear the 20th Century Fox fanfare!!
Darren Zander
April 30th, 2007 at 8:59 pm
From one old SYP guy to another…
Congrats!! A long way coming. You deserve it. Randy Brewer
http://www.revolutionpictures.com
April 30th, 2007 at 9:17 pm
No one deserves it more.
Way to go Cory!
Down, set, hut!
April 30th, 2007 at 10:35 pm
Congratulations! That’s wonderful. It’s well deserved and baby needs a new pair o’ shoes!
May 1st, 2007 at 5:51 am
Congrats Cory! This is very exciting news and something I am happy is finally confirmed. This is a very exciting year for you and I am looking forward to the developments.
–Chris Williams
May 1st, 2007 at 7:11 am
Great news, Cory. I agree, this has been a wonderful year for you and the Mrs. And no one deserves it more. Congrats!
May 1st, 2007 at 9:24 am
Let me chime in my YIPEE! Go Cory! 🙂 WOW, what a trip that will be… JOY
May 1st, 2007 at 9:45 am
Congratulations, Cory! I’ll be looking forward to seeing what you can do with live people *and* exploding things. Best, Cindy
May 1st, 2007 at 10:17 am
Congrats, Cory, what wonderful news. All my mom-friends and I will anxiously await another gem from you.
Cindy King Colucy
May 1st, 2007 at 4:03 pm
Congrats, Cory!!
May 1st, 2007 at 4:18 pm
I’m tingly too…oh, no, wait…my foot feel asleep. But I am still so excited for you that my nose is running just a little.
I know this movie is going to be so awesome because everything your brain touches is.
May 1st, 2007 at 5:04 pm
Congratulations, Cory!
I found the news on the Gaffneys’ blog.
Make it a classic! I hope I get to interview you again when it’s released and you’re back in Seattle for a visit.
Jeffrey Overstreet
lookingcloser.org
christianitytodaymovies.com
May 2nd, 2007 at 6:21 am
WOW!!! Way to go–making the dreams come true. It’s all so very exciting.
May 2nd, 2007 at 10:16 pm
Congratulations! That sounds like a lot of fun!
May 9th, 2007 at 11:17 am
That’s awesome Cory!! Congratulations!! Woo hoo!!
Shana
May 10th, 2007 at 5:33 pm
nice work Cory . . . attaboy!