Leonardo DiCaprio fans would have to wait a bit longer before seeing the hunky actor in the big screen again. That’s because his latest project with master filmmaker Martin Scorcese “Shutter Island“, which was set to be released thi October, was delayed and will be instead released next year.
The thriller, which follows DiCaprio who is tracking down an escaped prisoner, will hit theaters February 19, 2010 according to reports. “Our 2009 slate was greenlit in a very different economic climate and as a result we must remain flexible and willing to recalibrate and adapt to a changing environment,” says Paramount Pictures Chairman and CEO Brad Grey.
“Leonardo DiCaprio is among the most talented actors working today, and Martin Scorsese is not just one of the world’s most significant filmmakers, but also a personal friend. Following a highly successful 2009, we have every confidence that ‘ Shutter Island’ is a great anchor to lead off our 2010 slate and the shift in date is the best decision for the film, the studio and ultimately Viacom.”
