Two of the biggest Hollywood productions coming up were ones I had high hopes for. Keanu Reeves is starring in a samurai epic “47 Ronin” while Brad Pitt stars in “World War Z”. Now, it seems both projects are doomed.

News from “47 Ronin” is that director Carl Rinsch has been locked out of the editing room and that Universal is taking over the production. Rinsch just finished reshoots, which included completely reshooting the FINAL BATTLE to put more of a focus on Reeves’ character. And, not to mention, Universal has cut staff and is only moving forward with visual effects on scenes they know for sure are making the final cut. Sounds like an utter disaster right? I mean, reshooting or adding in key scenes to try and put more of a focus on Reeves? Changing the final battle? Doesn’t sound promising.

“World War Z” has had its fair share of public problems, from completely changing the ending MULTIPLE TIMES during production to feuds with Pitt and director Marc Forster. The question is which can be saved?

The simple answer is no. These both sound like utter disasters. But, if I had to choose one, I’d say “47 Ronin” because maybe it can still be a mildly enjoying, visually beautiful film.

Lukas Eggen can be reached at eggen.lukas@gmail.com.