Tim Burton is filming a reinterpretation of Attack of the 50 Foot Woman

Tim Burton's next project has finally been confirmed! As the industry magazine The Hollywood Reporter reports, the director will be responsible for a reinterpretation of the B-movie classic "Attack of the 50 Foot Woman".

Released in 1958, the film tells the story of a wealthy heiress who mysteriously becomes a giantess after a stay in a psychiatric hospital. In her new, superhuman form, she not only turns the order of the small town upside down, but also confronts her unfaithful husband and his money-hungry mistress. Initial information suggests that Burton's vision is heading in a much more serious direction.

The script for the remake is being written by Danya Jimenez and Hannah McMechan, the writing duo behind the Netflix phenomenon "KPop Demon Hunters". It is not yet known when we can expect "Attack of the 50 Foot Woman". Margot Robbie is in talks for the lead role.

Tim Burton's best-known films at a glance

Tim Burton is one of the most distinctive directors in film history. His style is instantly recognizable: dark fairytale worlds, eccentric characters, a penchant for the grotesque and at the same time a lot of heart for outsiders. Since the 1980s, Burton has created numerous films that have achieved cult status and influenced generations of viewers. The following works are among his best-known and most influential films.

Beetlejuice (1988): The anarchic breakthrough

Tim Burton's big breakthrough came with "Beetlejuice". The horror comedy tells the story of a deceased couple who do not want to leave their house and conjure up a chaotic spirit to drive out new residents. Michael Keaton embodies "Beetlejuice" as an uninhibited, maladjusted troublemaker – a character that perfectly reflects Burton's humor and visual imagination. The film established many of his signature trademarks: quirky characters, expressionistic sets and a sympathy for the unusual.

Batman (1989) and Batman Returns (1992) : the dark superhero

With "Batman", Tim Burton changed the superhero genre forever. Instead of a colorful comic book aesthetic, he opted for a dark, almost gothic atmosphere. Michael Keaton as Batman and Jack Nicholson as the Joker made for iconic portrayals. The enormous success made the film a milestone. The sequel "Batman Returns" went even further stylistically: darker, more bizarre and more personal. Characters such as Catwoman and the Penguin look more like tragic monsters than classic villains. Even though the film was polarizing, it is now regarded as one of the most idiosyncratic superhero films ever made.

Edward Scissorhands (1990): The heart of Burton's cinema

For many, "Edward Scissorhands" is Tim Burton's most emotional work. Johnny Depp plays Edward, an artificially created creature with scissors instead of hands, who ends up in an American suburban settlement. The film is a modern fairytale parable about exclusion, being different and the cruelty of social norms. Visually, Burton contrasts the colorful suburbs with Edward's dark, fairytale world – a motif that runs through many of his films.

The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993): Dark fairy tale in stop-motion

Although Tim Burton did not direct "The Nightmare Before Christmas", the film is inextricably linked with his name. The stop-motion production tells the story of Jack Skellington, the pumpkin king of Halloween Town, who discovers Christmas. The film combines macabre aesthetics with musical elements and great emotionality. It remains a classic to this day and is rediscovered every year at Halloween and Christmas time.

Ed Wood (1994): A declaration of love to outsiders

With "Ed Wood", Tim Burton created one of his most personal films. In black and white, he tells the true story of Ed Wood, who is often referred to as the "worst director of all time". Johnny Depp embodies Wood with great warmth and optimism. The film is less satire than a loving homage to creative dreamers who believe in their vision despite failures.

Sleepy Hollow (1999) : Gothic horror and atmosphere

In "Sleepy Hollow", Burton turns his attention to classic horror. The story of the headless horseman is staged as a dark mystery thriller. Johnny Depp plays the rational investigator Ichabod Crane, who becomes embroiled in a supernatural series of murders. The film captivates with its visual design, misty landscapes and a consistently dark mood.

Big Fish (2003) : Between reality and fantasy

"Big Fish" is one of Tim Burton's most mature films. It tells the story of a father, whose life seems to consist of fantastic exaggerations, and his son, who is searching for the truth. The movie is about memories, family and the power of stories. Compared to Burton's otherwise often gloomy works, "Big Fish" is warmer, more emotional and more optimistic.

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (2005): Fantasy reinterpreted

With his remake of Roald Dahl's classic, Burton created a visually opulent version of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory". Johnny Depp as the eccentric Willy Wonka caused debate, but fitted in perfectly with Burton's penchant for quirky characters. The film combines childlike fantasy with subliminal darkness.

Corpse Bride (2005) : Romance in the realm of the dead

In "Corpse Bride", Burton returned to the stop-motion technique. The story of an involuntary wedding in the realm of the dead is both macabre and romantic. The visual contrast is particularly striking: the world of the living is grey and lifeless, while the realm of the dead is full of color – a typical Burtonian reversal.

Conclusion: an unmistakable cinematic universe

Tim Burton's best-known films show a clear signature: A love for outsiders, visual extravagance and a mixture of darkness and poetry. Whether horror, fairy tale, comic adaptation or drama – Burton creates worlds that are both eerie and touching. It is precisely this mixture that makes his films timeless and explains why they continue to fascinate audiences to this day.