Dear Supporters,

We, the undersigned, as lovers of culture, history, film, and more specifically, ardent fans of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), are advocating for a creative yet historical reimagination of our beloved franchise. We're proposing a TMNT movie set in Renaissance Italy, with none other than the incredible Leonardo DiCaprio taking on the role of Leonardo, the leader of the Turtles, Donald Glover as Donatello, Michael Fassbender as Michaelangelo and Raph Fiennes as Raphael.

With a distinct blend of fantasy, humor, action, and the charm of the Renaissance period, we believe that this film has the potential to not only reimagine TMNT for a new generation but also elevate it to the status of a cinematic masterpiece.

Why Leonardo DiCaprio? His extensive repertoire of historical dramas, like 'The Revenant', 'Gangs of New York', and 'The Aviator', have proven his ability to immerse himself in different periods while delivering outstanding performances. We strongly believe he could breathe new life into the character of Leonardo, making him both relatable and engaging to a global audience.

Why Renaissance Italy? As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Italy during this period was a place of cultural rebirth, innovation, and artistic flourishing - concepts that strongly resonate with the TMNT universe. Furthermore, it would provide a fascinating and beautiful backdrop for the story, while offering an opportunity to make connections between the Turtles, named after Renaissance artists, and their namesakes.

But for this vision to become a reality, we need the support of not just TMNT fans, but also film lovers and those who appreciate the fusion of culture, history, and entertainment. We need to show producers, directors, and studios that this idea has a broad base of support and that there is a market ready and waiting for such a film.

Therefore, we are asking for your support by signing and sharing this petition. By doing so, we can show decision-makers in Hollywood that there is demand for a Renaissance-based TMNT movie with Leonardo DiCaprio.

Together, we can bring this cinematic dream to life and create a TMNT experience unlike any before. Sign the petition today, and help us say "Cowabunga!" to a Renaissance TMNT!

Thank you for your support!

- A group of jobless engineers