In the ultra-progressive reboot, tentatively titled It's Our Utopia Now, the film is set in a reimagined Bedford Falls, reminiscent of modern-day San Francisco.
George Bailey, now identifying as non-binary and using they/them pronouns, leads a diverse coalition through feces-laden streets against Mr. Potter, who has become the face of systemic oppression.
The story highlights issues such as climate justice, with the Building and Loan transformed into a green co-op focused on zero-waste living and renewable energy projects. Clarence, reimagined as a diverse, gender-fluid angel, shows George not just a world without his unwelcome personal influence, but one in which intersectional equality has been neglected, leading to a dystopian, fascist environment.
The remake, which is expected to begin filming in 2025, culminates with a community festival celebrating diversity, acceptance, and global solidarity. Notably, characters from various marginalized communities share their stories of triumph over adversity, emphasizing themes of anti-capitalism and social equity.
