Close Menu
NERDBOT
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube
    Subscribe
    NERDBOT
    • News
      • Reviews
    • Movies & TV
    • Comics
    • Gaming
    • Collectibles
    • Science & Tech
    • Culture
    • Nerd Voices
    • About Us
      • Join the Team at Nerdbot
    NERDBOT
    Home»Movies»Michael Bay Resurrects Platinum Dunes Studio with Universal
    Michael Bay on the set of "Ambulance" Photo by Andrew Cooper, Universal Pictures
    Movies

    Michael Bay Resurrects Platinum Dunes Studio with Universal

    Rick CeballosBy Rick CeballosJune 30, 20222 Mins Read
    Share
    Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit WhatsApp Email

    Filmmaker Michael Bay is working with producer Brad Fuller and Universal Pictures to bring back Platinum Dunes. For those unfamiliar, Platinum Dunes is Bay’s personal production studio that worked primarily in horror and science fiction. They had a lot of success with reboots such as “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” in 2003 and “Friday the 13th” in 2009. Platinum Dunes also established franchises that are still around today like “The Purge” and “A Quiet Place.” After being a part of Paramount Pictures for most of its history, the studio dissolved as partners Bay, Fuller, and Andrew Form created their own solo companies.

    Four years after their partnership quietly ended, Bay and Fuller are ready to try it over again. Their deal with Universal comes after Bay just directed “Ambulance” for the studio. While not a giant hit financially, “Ambulance” got the best reviews for a Bay film in years. The experience was also a positive one for Bay, who praised Universal’s executives and expressed excitement at collaborating further. Bay and Fuller also said that existing deals with Paramount would remain in place.

    What Can We Expect From This Deal?

    It is unknown what type of projects might happen. While we known Platinum Dunes was primarily focused on genre work, they may also be planning to branch out. Another possibility is that Bay might make a film for the studio. Previously, he was only a producer on their releases, but now that he is free from making another “Transformers” movie, this could be a chance to stretch out.

    Director Michael Bay on the set of “Transformers,” Universal Pictures

    The most exciting news to come out of this is the possibility of new directors and other talent getting a chance to make something. Love or hate their releases, Platinum Dunes was an incubator for a lot of up and coming filmmakers. Not all of them would hit, but they did create a template for how big-budget horror was made that became quite an influence. “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” for example had style that ended up being way more influential than we might’ve recognized.

    If Platinum Dunes can get that magic back, it could make for an interesting time for genre fans.

    Do You Want to Know More?

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Email
    Previous ArticleDisney Wish Cruise Offers Star Wars Cocktail for $5,000
    Next Article Hollywood Cinerama Dome [Probably] Returning!
    Rick Ceballos
    • X (Twitter)

    Related Posts

    Ralph Fiennes to Play President Snow in “Sunrise on the Reaping”

    May 16, 2025
    “Passion of The Christ,” 2004

    Mel Gibson’s “Resurrection of the Christ” Gets Title Treatment

    May 15, 2025

    New Trailer for James Gunn’s “Superman” Shows So Much!

    May 14, 2025

    David S. Goyer Offers to Lead “Blade” Reboot if Asked

    May 13, 2025
    Tom Cruise on top of London’s BFI Imax cinema

    Tom Cruise Spotted on Roof of London’s BFI IMAX

    May 12, 2025

    “The Accountant 2,” “Fight or Flight,” “The Surfer” and More! [Review]

    May 10, 2025
    • Latest
    • News
    • Movies
    • TV
    • Reviews

    7 Ways to Build Wealth Without Making Six Figures

    May 16, 2025

    What’s the Best Way to Start Investing With $100?

    May 16, 2025
    Twitter Video Downloader

    Why 555twitter.com is the Best Twitter Video Downloader in 2025

    May 16, 2025
    BetVision88 Promotions And Bonuses What You Need To Know

    Tangiers Casino Review: What You Need to Know Before Playing

    May 16, 2025

    HBO Max is Coming Back. Again. For Some Reason.

    May 14, 2025

    “The Story of Spinal Tap” Book Coming Ahead of Sequel Film!

    May 13, 2025
    Disneyland Resort's 70th anniversary talking Mickey popcorn bucket

    Disneyland Reveals TALKING Mickey Mouse Popcorn Bucket

    May 13, 2025

    “The Accountant 2,” “Fight or Flight,” “The Surfer” and More! [Review]

    May 10, 2025

    Ralph Fiennes to Play President Snow in “Sunrise on the Reaping”

    May 16, 2025
    “Passion of The Christ,” 2004

    Mel Gibson’s “Resurrection of the Christ” Gets Title Treatment

    May 15, 2025

    New Trailer for James Gunn’s “Superman” Shows So Much!

    May 14, 2025

    David S. Goyer Offers to Lead “Blade” Reboot if Asked

    May 13, 2025

    Ryan Kiera Armstrong is the Slayer for “Buffy” Revival

    May 15, 2025

    Michael J. Fox Makes Acting Return in “Shrinking” Season 3

    May 15, 2025

    Marvel Television Releases First Trailer for “Ironheart”

    May 14, 2025

    Apple Picks Up Andrew Garfield, Jude Law “Siegfried & Roy”

    May 13, 2025

    “The Accountant 2,” “Fight or Flight,” “The Surfer” and More! [Review]

    May 10, 2025

    “Friendship” The Funniest Movie I Couldn’t Wait to End [review]

    May 3, 2025

    “Thunderbolts*” Surprisingly Emotional Therapy Session for Anti-Heroes

    May 3, 2025

    “Sinners” is Sexy, Boozy, Bloody, Bluesy, and Amazing [Review]

    April 18, 2025
    Check Out Our Latest
      • Product Reviews
      • Reviews
      • SDCC 2021
      • SDCC 2022
    Related Posts

    None found

    NERDBOT
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram YouTube
    Nerdbot is owned and operated by Nerds! If you have an idea for a story or a cool project send us a holler on [email protected]

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.