Historic Preservation with the Muppets
The plot of a new Muppets movie in the works is said to focus largely around historic preservation issues, according to this post from <em>Curbed LA</em>.
"Via Geek Tyrant, the synopsis, which draws naturally on development and preservation themes. Basically, the couple--the female is played by actress Amy Adams (pictured)--visit LA to discover a plot to drill for oil under the Muppet Theater, a move which would mean razing the Muppet Theater."
The Muppets apparently rally together to try to save their historic theater. The film is expected to be released in November.
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Published on Friday, January 7, 2011 in
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