June 12th 2024.
Unfortunately, it seems that Josh O'Connor will not be able to fulfill his ultimate dream of starring in a live-action remake of Ratatouille. Despite a passionate fan campaign, the Hollywood actor has lost out on the opportunity of a lifetime. The beloved Disney Pixar film follows the journey of a talented chef rat named Remy, who forms an unlikely alliance with a struggling human chef named Alfredo Linguini in pursuit of his culinary dreams.
Released in 2007, Ratatouille was a huge success, grossing over $623 million worldwide. And among its countless fans, none were more dedicated than Josh himself. The Crown star has made it known that he is a mega-fan of the film, often declaring it to be a "perfect movie" and admitting to watching it a whopping 100 times.
His love for the film, combined with his striking resemblance to the character of Alfredo, led fans to launch a campaign for Josh to be cast in the live-action remake. However, despite their best efforts, their pleas have unfortunately been ignored.
In a recent interview, Pixar's Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter was asked about the casting campaign, to which he responded with a firm "no". And instead of entertaining the possibility, the Oscar-winning filmmaker shut down any hope of the dream becoming a reality. "No, and this might bite me in the butt for saying it, but it sort of bothers me," he told TIME. "I like making movies that are original and unique to themselves. To remake it, it's not very interesting to me personally."
He also explained that the process of translating the story into a live-action film would be challenging, as the worlds and characters created by Pixar are not easily replicated in real life. Disappointing as it may be for fans, it seems that the decision is final.
While some Pixar fans may agree with the decision, others have been left heartbroken by the news. Twitter users expressed their sadness for Josh, who had openly declared his desire to play Alfredo. Some even suggested that he could play both Remy and Alfredo in the remake.
However, despite this setback, Josh's career is still thriving. He was recently spotted on the set of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, starring alongside Daniel Craig. Little is known about his role in the upcoming murder-mystery threequel, but fans are excited to see him in action alongside an all-star cast.
Despite his growing fame and devoted Ratatouille fanbase, Josh remains humble and has yet to fully embrace his potential as a movie star. In a recent interview with The Guardian, he admitted that he still struggles with anxiety and doesn't feel quite strong enough to take on the role of a leading man.
While it may be disappointing for fans to not see Josh in the live-action remake of Ratatouille, there's no doubt that he will continue to impress with his talent and charm in future projects. And who knows, maybe one day he'll get to fulfill his dream of being a part of the beloved film. As they say, never say never.
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