Natalie Portman and John Krasinski’s upcoming film, a Guy Ritchie project for Apple by Skydance, shares a similarity with a Star Wars plot.
The movie, titled “The Fountain of Youth,” has drawn inspiration from Star Wars and will be an action-packed heist thriller. Skydance and Apple Original Films are collaborating on this venture, with David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Don Granger from Skydance, alongside Tripp Vinson from Vinson Films, and William Sherak and Paul Neinstein from Project X Entertainment, producing it. Radio Silence will also contribute to the production, with Ritchie, Ivan Atkinson, and Jake Myers as executive producers.
Portman’s casting in the film, alongside Krasinski, carries a notable coincidence, as the initial plot details bear resemblance to a key aspect of the Star Wars franchise. According to James Vanderbilt’s script, the movie centers around two estranged siblings, portrayed by Portman and Krasinski, embarking on a global heist to uncover the mythical Fountain of Youth. Their journey involves navigating through complex mazes and historical clues, hinting at the potential for immortality.
This storyline draws parallels to Luke and Leia from Star Wars, who are also estranged siblings embarking on a significant journey. While the romantic angle between them in the Star Wars saga is acknowledged, it remains uncertain if a similar dynamic will be explored in “The Fountain of Youth.” Nonetheless, the premise of siblings on an adventurous quest resonates with the iconic duo from Star Wars. Further details regarding the cast and release of “The Fountain of Youth” are yet to be revealed.
