Diane Keaton, the iconic Hollywood actress, recently passed away, leaving a significant legacy in the film industry. With a career spanning several decades, Keaton was remembered not only for her talent but also for her dedication to work until the end of her days. In this context, the news arises that a sequel to her successful 2005 Christmas comedy, ‘The Family Stone,’ is planned. This film, which became one of the biggest box office hits of her career, grossed $92 million with a budget of only $19 million.
The tribute of its director to an unparalleled figure
The director of the original, Thomas Bezucha, has expressed his desire to develop this sequel as a way to honor Keaton’s memory. He acknowledged in an interview that the actress’s death has motivated him to work on a new script, mentioning that he feels especially compelled to do a good job for the rest of the cast. However, despite the interest expressed by the original cast, no contracts have been signed for their return so far.
‘The Family Stone’ told the story of the Stone family and their reaction to the new girlfriend of one of the sons, played by Sarah Jessica Parker, in a tale that combined humor with the complexity of family relationships. Although Keaton’s character will not be present in the sequel, as her character passed away at the end of the first film, Bezucha stated that his goal is to honor her even more.
With a cast that includes other stars like Rachel McAdams and Luke Wilson, we wonder how this project will develop after the death of one of Hollywood’s most beloved actresses.