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Paramount has passed on Max Landis's G.I. Joe reboot treatment, ending the project under that script.
The studio cited not liking the idea, rather than issues with Landis’ background, according to Variety.
Landis’s pitch imagined Cobra dominating the world, leaving G.I. Joe as a conspiracy theory.
Variety reported Paramount is courting other writers to pitch new G.I. Joe concepts.
The report notes Landis’s career faced significant scrutiny since 2019 over multiple abuse allegations.
Landis expressed surprise at the public attention to the project
Paramount is continuing to push for a successful G.I. Joe movie with other writers.
The article frames the Landis pitch as a quintessential, controversial Landis idea.
The article notes an ongoing discussion about IP development and past accusations affecting decisions.
Paramount’s current focus remains on developing successful G.I. Joe projects with other writers.

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Ellison’s Skydance seeks to acquire Paramount, then aims for Warner Bros. in a major Hollywood consolidation.
The deal comes as Hollywood faces production shifts, strikes, and industry disruption.
Ellison’s track record includes Top Gun: Maverick, helping bolster his clout in Hollywood.
Opposition centers on regulatory concerns and potential worker protections amid consolidation.
Ellison’s political dealings with the Trump administration have stirred debate about influence.
Experts question whether Ellison’s consolidation strategy will deliver lasting value for Hollywood.
The deal’s timing coincides with industry disruption and ongoing content creation shifts.
Ellison grew from actor to financier, building Skydance after college to drive blockbuster investments.
The article positions Ellison as a pivotal, controversial figure amid Hollywood’s evolution.

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