Should Harrison Ford Appear in 'Blade Runner' Sequel?

by SodaHead Film Posted 2012/05/29 17:06:31

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It's been 30 years since Ridley Scott released his cult sciece fiction classic "Blade Runner," based on Philip K. Dick's "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep," but it's finally getting a sequel. And this isn't your typical Hollywood half-baked attempt at cashing in on the same idea -- it's being directed by Scott, and Hampton Fancher, who co-wrote the original, is onboard. Now Scott's saying he want to bring Harrison Ford back into the mix, too.

Ford starred in the original movie as Rick Deckard, a former "blade runner" who's called out of retirement to stop some particularly nasty replicants (androids that look and act like humans) that are on the lose. Scott has announced that he wants Ford to appear in the sequel, but probably not as the star. He said, "I don't think [the lead] will be Harrison. But I've got to have him in it somewhere. That'd be amusing ... We have a very good take on it. And we will definitely be featuring a female protagonist."

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Barbara 2012/05/30 01:05:14

No

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As you can tell from my avatar, it's one of my favorite sci-fi flicks.

No. I don't think they need to do a sequel. Some movies stand on their own and need to be left alone. I, personally, think this is one of them.
One of the most poignant scenes of the movie: Time to die.
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JenaArtMuse 2012/05/30 16:52:55

No

What is it with the Hollywood obsession of sequels and remakes? It's like there are no original ideas out there. "Blade Runner" is a work of art from start to finish. The entire cast including Harrison Ford, Sean Young, Rutger Hauer, Edward James Olmos, Darryl Hannah... I could list everyone but you get the point. It was a place in time and damn near perfection. It was nearly equal to the first time I read Philip K Dick's book, "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?"

FIND ANOTHER GREAT SCI-FI STORY TO TELL AND MAKE ANOTHER WORK OF ART.

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ZB 2012/05/30 16:52:45

Yes

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Why not? With Scott on board for this one, it ought to be good. I say give it a chance. If it doesn't look good, then don't go see it. That simple. Also, I don't think it would be right if Harrison Ford wasn't in it for at least a cameo.

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3rd Party Champion 2012/05/30 16:44:17

Yes

If Scott and Fincher are onboard then there is a possibility it could be a worthwhile project. If it doesn't meet quality standards, we don't have to like it. Let them have
the opportunity.

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Wayne Barnes 2012/05/30 16:25:04

Yes

hell yeah. one of the greastest sci fi flixs ever

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*Mahogany Goddess of P.H.A.E.T 2012/05/30 16:23:24 (edited)

Yes

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Another classic for them to ruin.

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glass_butterfly ~YSU~ 2012/05/30 16:18:19

No

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It's time to retire Ford. You had an amazing run, but you seem lost and bored in all of your latest movies.

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John Hall 2012/05/30 16:13:17

Yes

good actor hope he can do it .

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Julia Butcher-Utsumi 2012/05/30 16:10:32

No

I love Harrison Ford, but NO!

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Sweet-N-Sour 2012/05/30 16:07:30

Yes

Yes, but I don't think a sequel is necessary or wanted. Since there is apparently going to be a sequel, it just wouldn't have the same spark without Harrison.

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BIG BAD JOHN R. 2012/05/30 16:05:00

Yes

Yes, that would be nice to see.

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ZarDoZ69 2012/05/30 16:03:47

Yes

Yes it would have a greater authenticity of Harrison Ford is involved & Sean Young too...!!!...<3

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Boo 2012/05/30 15:59:23

Yes

It wouldn't be the same without Harrison Ford.

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weenyboy 2012/05/30 15:53:01

Yes

Why not? He's still a great actor and I'm sure that he would do a fine job. IF the Producer's have no problem with this, neither do I and i have no dog (financially) in this race!

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Kevin1111 2012/05/30 15:52:57

Yes

Yes, that would be cool. And of course there will be a very masculine female protagonist, as in nearly all of Ridley Scott's movies.

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Dave0626 2012/05/30 15:48:36

Yes

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Oh YEEAH!....I can't wait to see it!...Harrison Ford, may not get a starring role. But he should be in it. Even if only as a narrator. It be awesome to see him living outside the city with the gorgeous 'replicator' babe and telling of his life for the past 30 years.
Which, btw is the original ending of the first movie...showing him and her flying out of that dank, rainy city, into the sun lit countryside. Wish I could get that copy. A sci-fi before its time!!

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Krissy 2012/05/30 15:44:59

No

This movie was perfect as is. It doesn't need a subpar sequel!

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burlbarer 2012/05/30 15:43:45

Yes

Sean Young is more important to Blade Runner than Harrison Ford. Make sure Sean is in it..with that lipstick!

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Sweet-N... to burlbarer 2012/05/30 16:13:38

Ick! Have you seen her lately? Besides, I think she may be in rehab.

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JADLoGiudice 2012/05/30 15:38:16 (edited)

No

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He is a great actor, but as we saw in the last Indiana Jones age does show on film. I hate saying it, I am very fond of Mr. Ford and I certainly am not an ageist. But perhaps it is time for someone to take up the role of Deckard, if Scott does through with this. I also agree with Barbara's reply before; Allow "Blade Runner" to stand on its own, I don't think a sequel is a good idea. Why tamper with such art?

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ronbo 2012/05/30 15:31:58

No

Harrison Ford is an excellent actor but from everything I read about the original movie he hated doing it and didn,t get along with Ridley Scott. They,d have to offer him a lot of money.

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Brandon Eaker 2012/05/30 15:29:38

Yes

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Good films like these should've done what they did with James Bond and make it a movie series. We would've had at least 6 Blade Runners by now. It's more about expanding the movie universe and seeing whats in the creators mind. Thats what I like.

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MsGucciSu 2012/05/30 15:24:49

Yes

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Oh so they'll be defiling the sanctity of yet another cult favorite. Well, if there is no stopping them, they can act least do it with as many of the original cast as fits the script.

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kthulhu 2012/05/30 15:20:46

Yes

it's one of the best scifi movies ever made. it'd be a shame not to have ford, his acting was amazing in blade runner. well at least they're planning on having him in it somewhere.

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rcardon 2012/05/30 15:15:22 (edited)

Yes

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As Stone Cold Steve Austin used to say "Can I get a 'HELL YEAH!?!" It wouldn't be blade runner without Harrison Ford. Though I like the idea of him not being the star. He should be like a trainer or mentor for new Blade Runners, or something along those lines.

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Saye Saye 2012/05/30 15:11:50

No

I would rather see him back as Indy...too old now for Blade Runner.

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John Kimball 2012/05/30 15:08:43

Yes

With Sean Young

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KrSpo 2012/05/30 15:08:33

No

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Mr. Ford is too old, and besides most kids today do not have the imagination that we had in the 80's. They have video's give them everything they want to think about, and all visuals. There is no artistry left, as witnessed by music today, art, commercials, and popular TV. It is all ripped from earlier works. And Kids before you try and rip into me, start looking up what I've said and you'll find all of those popular items in recent history. Hell, even the hair, clothes, shoes, make up styles are reruns from the 70's and 80's.

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opa62 2012/05/30 15:08:21

Yes

Heroic movie heroes are on the wane, despite the Expendables franchise.
Mr. Ford fits in the category like a custom-made glove.

BR2? Only if they can do a better job than was done with Indy.

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Thane36425 2012/05/30 15:06:10

No

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Blade Runner was a great movie that stands on its own. Hollywood has a tradition of turning out very bad sequels and given the quality of most of the junk turned out lately, any sequel to Blade Runner would be a dismal farce at best. Better to leave a classic alone.

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dragonfliez 2012/05/30 15:01:17

Yes

why not?! sequels are rarely as good as the first, but with the exciting new technology, this is the perfect candidate to show off special effects! plus, it could make some stinging commentary now that technologies in biotech have advanced as well.

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arek.petrosian 2012/05/30 14:57:49

Yes

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That "yes" is conditional.

IF it's a sequel, set some years (say, 30 or so?) after the first movie, fine. If they're doing one of those moronic "reboots" that seem to be deluging theaters these days, then forget it. The movie was, is and always will be a classic. Flawless and enjoyable, even by today's standards.

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ZB to arek.pe... 2012/05/30 16:58:03

Agreed. It should be a follow on movie, not an attempt to remake the original. They'll just screw it up. Although the Star Trek restart was pretty good, as long as you keep in mind that it's an ALTERNATE History. Not an attempt to redo the original stuff.

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Skar 2012/05/30 14:53:52

Yes

If he isn't the main star, then I don't see why not

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Sperry23 2012/05/30 14:52:25

Yes

AND Edward James Olmos as well!!! Gaff is a key character. Maybe he's been promoted to head the department, and just why did he let Deckard and the replicant go?

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michael... to Sperry23 2012/05/30 15:34:47

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Romantic at heart, and Deckard had "done a man's job."

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Sperry23 to michael... 2012/05/30 16:15:12

He did say so, didn't he.

Love that movie in all its versions.

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jerabaub 2012/05/30 14:52:04

No

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it is by far my favorite movie by harrison ford. i fear it would not live up to the original, which is a masterpiece...not just ford's performance but the entire movie, all details of it.

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dragonf... to jerabaub 2012/05/30 15:02:14

but think of the potential for special effects and the relevance of parallel to today's biotechnology issues...

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Jackster12 2012/05/30 14:51:33

Yes

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Sure, why not. If the screenplay is good enough. I like the idea, though, of not having him as the main star. That gives the story continuity but allows it to move forward in time by several years without any sacrifice of energy.

(Funny, I was *just* thinking of that movie last night.)

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Magicman 2012/05/30 14:50:25

Yes

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Even if he doesn't star in the film, a cameo would be a nice "thanks" to loyal fans.

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