Scott -

Somewhere in past posts you mentioned your idea about the VW man, how he returned to Germany and revamped the entire production. I found this idea fascinating and thought it would be a good screenplay. It's unique and interesting, especially with the resurgence of the VW marketplace. Is there a reason you elected not to write it? Do you have a selection process that helps you filter out those 90ish percentile ideas you ousted?

Julie, that's a story I seriously thought about writing as I love the idea of this FOOW (fish-out-of-water), stuck in post-war Germany, who in his own way, helped to bridge the enormous gap between Allies and Germans. I still think about it, but who would make a movie like that? It would be really expensive (period piece) and would need major A-level talent to get greenlit.

Here's an article I'll post for people to read. Perhaps your reactions will cause me to dig into the material again and see if I'm up to writing a script.

Scott, this is an amazing story, thanks for sharing the article. I'm not well versed when it comes to production and budget - but this sounds like a gold nugget. Herbie the Lovebug will be jealous!

From the article -
... it was the very antithesis of peace and love, Adolf Hitler, who dreamed up the concept...

You have a trailer already! :)

Well, I just got done discussing this story with Will (17) and he loved it. What does everyone else think?

I just discussed this with Ash (17) and she loves the idea as well. Peace and love are in - so are bugs -- I think you've hit on a multigenerational idea.

I'll have to go dig up my notes. I seem to remember that Ivan Hirst, the British officer who was instrumental in bringing back the VW Bug, when he had retired in England would often wake up to find 'fans' by the fence around his home, seeking his autograph. Thought that might make for a fun bookend intro / denouement.

Lucky you didn't toss those notes when you moved! The article stated he wanted to keep a low profile, which is probably why no one has latched onto this idea.

A fan scene sounds like a great intro. AND how would he handle these fans ---

Oh,you could have fun with this one!