Introduction
Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista, who have previously worked together on “See” and “Dune,” are set to star in a buddy cop movie. Bautista recently pitched the film on Twitter, and Momoa confirmed they would partner on the project.
Meeting on the Set of “See”
Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista met on the set of “See,” a thriller show that follows the lives of a blind population affected by a life-threatening virus. In the show’s second season, Bautista played the role of Baba Voss’ brother, General Edo Voss. As Baba Voss tries to find his children, Edo Voss makes it difficult for him by locating Baba Voss’ family first and putting them in harm’s way.
A Buddy Cop Movie Starring the Pair is in the Works
Bautista tweeted on August 19, “Just going to throw this out into the atmosphere and see what happens. Here we go,…me and Momoa in a Lethal Weapon type buddy cop movie directed by David Leitch. Ok, there it is. Now we wait.”
David Leitch, the director of “Deadpool 2” and “Atomic Blonde,” responded to the tweet, calling the concept “interesting.”
In a recent interview, Momoa confirmed that he and Bautista had agreed to see the project through.
The Duo is Also on “Dune”
Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista have also worked together on “Dune,” an adaptation of a Frank Herbert novel of the same name. Momoa plays Duncan Idaho, a skilled Woodmaster and member of the House of Atreides. Bautista plays Glossu Rabban, the nephew of Baron Harkonnen, who has a cruel and mean streak.
FAQs
What is the “See” about?
“See” is a thriller that follows the lives of a blind population affected by a life-threatening virus. With time, humans learn how to live and function without needing sight and have even learned the art of warfare without it.
What is a buddy cop movie?
A buddy cop movie is a subgenre of action films that involves two police officers who are forced to work together to solve a crime. These movies often feature humor and action.
Who is directing the buddy cop movie starring Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista?
David Leitch, the director of “Deadpool 2” and “Atomic Blonde,” has expressed interest in directing the movie.
Source: Cheatsheet
