Thanks Nightshooter!I certainly did.I now hang my head in shame...;)Batman's often been refered to as The Masked Manhunter.My only excuse is that I was working from memory.
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Rogue's posted images by several of my favorite Batman artists already but I hope he'll add some pictures by Dick Sprang and Jose Garcia-Lopez to his gallery,along with Andy Kubert's rendition of Batman in the current Batman comic book.
My apologies, W.G. Sprang's look was indeed memorable as well as Lopez's.
I should be ashamed as well for not mentioning DICK GIORDANO who was a GREAT Batman artist with a clean classic look that rivals pencillers of today.
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Also, W.G., I'm not sure how you feel about this guy, but Alex Ross belongs staunchly on this list for Batman artists; he's my son's favorite of the lot as well.
On a side note, notice how Superman's costume looks here... BIG "S" - not little plastic "s". Also Supe's trunks are well inside the norm as opposed to the pornish speedos Singer had Routh slip in. Cape- made of the cloth we're used to seeing - not a shower curtain.
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Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice isUNISEX!"
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Also, W.G., I'm not sure how you feel about this guy, but Alex Ross belongs staunchly on this list for Batman artists; he's my son's favorite of the lot as well.
As someone who has invested quite a bit of bread on Ross' are, I have to agree with Rogue Jr. as I also enjoy his more realistic style of rending classic heros.
On a side note, notice how Superman's costume looks here... BIG "S" - not little plastic "s". Also Supe's trunks are well inside the norm as opposed to the pornish speedos Singer had Routh slip in. Cape- made of the cloth we're used to seeing - not a shower curtain.
Still can't let that movie go, can you. ) I have no problem with tweaking costumes for aesthetic effect. I freely admit to preferring Batman's cinematic black rubber suits to his gray fabric costume from the comics. As for Superman, I actually liked the raised "S" emblem but agree it should have been a little larger. Singer says the smaller size was a homage to George Reeves and that may be true, but it did look too small on screen. As for the speedos and cape, again, either style was fine by be. But I did think the boots were a little too short.
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But I did think the boots were a little too short.
Yes! Absolutely, Tony! {[]
Superman, even Routh's chest is just too wide for that little "S". And I wouldn't mind seeing Bats wear the grey cloth for a change...probably would get alot more bruises and cuts though... )
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But I did think the boots were a little too short.
Yes! Absolutely, Tony! {[]
You know Rogue, somebody reading thru this thread must think we're a couple of nuts. Two grown men having a serious discussion about capes, codpieces and red boots. Cue the fanboy alarm. ) )
I love Ross's art but I realy dont like the way he draws barry in the flash suit, something just doesn't look right to me.
It looks shiny and loose right? I have issues with that, too.
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edited December 2006
For the actual comics readers- but I'm talking specifically to Tony, W.G. & Arthur, please I urge you to pick up Detective Comics #826 if you haven't already. The book has been written by Paul Dini and it involves The Joker and Robin (Tim Drake) ...again. What a great read I think that you won't be disappointed...at least I hope.
What is Dini's fascination with homocidal psychopaths and pubescent boys? )
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edited January 2007
LatinoReview.com has an update on who will be the next Rachel Dawes? and who will play Harvey Dent. Hmmmm...
Exclusive: Casting News On The Dark Knight
Date: January 25, 2007
By: El Mayimbe
Source: Latino Review
OYE!
EL MOFACKIN' MAYIMBE AQUI!
After much speculation on the web, I got some news concerning casting on THE DARK KNIGHT, the sequel to BATMAN BEGINS!
We gave the world the first look at the script review for BATMAN BEGINS 3 years ago so it goes without saying that my information is solid concerning this project. I don't get my information from any publicists, like other people do, those folks get spoon fed and believe me you expect other sites to start calling their peeps at WB to find out if this is true….Like they will ever tell you the truth.
So that being said...
It's official (no surprise), HARVEY DENT is in THE DARK KNIGHT. Matt Damon passed on the role. The filmmakers met Josh Lucas and there is an interest in Jamie Foxx and Ed Norton. I'm pretty sure there are other actors that I'm not aware of up for the Harvey Dent role.
Now the big news is that the character of RACHEL DAWES is back in THE DARK KNIGHT but Katie Holmes won't be playing her!
No surprise there.
She is being replaced and the filmmakers are looking for that actress now. Let the speculation begin...
Some other minor roles...
Eastern European Heavy - tough bad guy mobster, 40s-50s
Female Cop - Latin, 30s. Elizabeth Pena type.
Asian Accountant - male, 40s
Sounds like a lot of diversity in the sequel!
Also according to Production Weekly, the film has been in pre-production as of January 11th.
Lastly there is no Oswald Cobblepot AKA The Penguin in THE DARK KNIGHT.
That is all I have for now so stick with the hardest working Beaners in showbiz here at Latinoreview as further information develops on THE DARK KNIGHT! In the meantime, I have to change back into my housekeeping clothes and sneak onto the Warner lot here in Burbank. Wow, Alan Horn has quite a nice office!
HASTA EL PROXIMO CAPITULO...
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Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice isUNISEX!"
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She is being replaced and the filmmakers are looking for that actress now. Let the speculation begin...
Actually, it's already begun--I've heard that Rachel McAdams is the favorite right now. Then again, I think I've heard about ten different names bandied about for Harvey Dent. . .
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edited January 2007
I didn't mind Katie Holmes...but I'm so sick of TomKat that I'm afraid it's polluted my perception X-(
As far as I'm concerned, they can plug anyone into the Dawes role.
P.S. Love Alex Ross!
I collected comics heavily until the kids (and the mortgage )...does anyone remember Norm Breyfogle's rendition of Batman? He conveyed a fluidity of motion/action which I thought was quite effective... B-)
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She is being replaced and the filmmakers are looking for that actress now. Let the speculation begin...
Actually, it's already begun--I've heard that Rachel McAdams is the favorite right now. Then again, I think I've heard about ten different names bandied about for Harvey Dent. . .
McAdams would make a better choice for Lois Lane IMO since Bosworth was just dreadful to me. Besides, McAdams has nicer looking gams... ;%
As far as Two-Face casting, Liev Schiebler seems to fit the bill to me. I'm sure there are a handful of guys who could fit the bill for him.
I didn't mind Katie Holmes...but I'm so sick of TomKat that I'm afraid it's polluted my perception x-(
Yeah, I'm a wee bit jaded too, Loeff...
P.S. Love Alex Ross!
I collected comics heavily until the kids (and the mortgage )...does anyone remember Norm Breyfogle's rendition of Batman? He conveyed a fluidity of motion/action which I thought was quite effective...
Yes, I do remember Breyfogle! Good 80s artist with a very spooky approach to illustrating Batman. Still has a sizable cult fanbase.
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Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice isUNISEX!"
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Why the need to have Dawes is Holmes isn't playing her? It isn't like she was such an important character. Just drop her if you're going to ruin continuity. Honestly, who cares about her character?
As for Two Face, I think Hugh Jackman would be great.
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As for Two Face, I think Hugh Jackman would be great.
Too associated to the Wolverine character unfortunately. Not a bad choice but it won't take.
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I don't think that is true. If Bats was a Marvel character I'd agree, but he is DC. Although I guess the normal public doesn't know the difference, right? Yeah, okay, I see your point.
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I don't think that is true. If Bats was a Marvel character I'd agree, but he is DC. Although I guess the normal public doesn't know the difference, right? Yeah, okay, I see your point.
It's all considered the "comics" genre, Night. Why would Jackman submit himself to another comic book role? Doesn't something like that lead to type-casting?
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You don't think being in a single comics role leads to typecasting? Nevermind two. As you said, he is too connected with Wolverine.
I for one am crestfallen that Katie Holmes will not be in BB #2; now we'll never see Batman jumping up and down on a couch as he professes his love for her. Well, ok, maybe I'm not that disappointed.
I do agree that the character of Rachel is pretty meaningless at this point unless she is used as a sacrificial lamb to push Wayne further into his Batman persona. That's not a spoiler by the way, just a little speculation on my part.
As for Dent/Two-Face, Jackman could pull it off and the chance to sink his teeth into a good villainous role might be a welcome change from all the good guy parts he's had. But he is too associated with Wolverine and I wonder what the people at Fox would think about his participation in a competing comics franchise. I'd read they quickly soured on James Marsden after he signed on for Superman Returns and even blocked Iceman actor Shawn Ashmore from playing Jimmy Olsen. Liev Schreiber would be a great choice; not so sure about Norton or Foxx as I've not seen anything from either actor to suggest they have the physical presence to do a sufficiently imposing Two-Face.
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Please, god, don't let it be Edward Norton. I hate him SO much.
The Liev guy looks right, I could see him doing it.
What about Jonathan Rhys Meyers? I've never seen him play aggressive, but I think he looks right. Very similar to the BTAS version of Harvey.
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Please, god, don't let it be Edward Norton. I hate him SO much.
) What? You didn't like FIGHT CLUB? AMERICAN HISTORY X? Does he resemble a guy who backstabbed you on a babe? I feel pure disdain coming from this comment. )
The Liev guy looks right, I would love to see him do it.
What about Jonathan Rhys Meyers? I've never seen him play aggressive, but I think he looks right. Very similar to the BTAS version of Harvey.
Myers is a good up and comer but he's not a very threatening looking lad as the BTAS Dent/Two-Face is portrayed. He looks like a guy you'd probably beat up and take his lunch money if you were schoolmates or something then get you cheesed by telling the principal in a ranting tear-fest...
Schreiber can play tormented and nutty very well; he has the handsome factor working for him and his frame is more physically imposing to Myers.
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I haven't seen Fight Club. I just hate Norton in all the roles I've seen him in. He's an ugly, smug, wimpy looking man. Not Dent caliber.
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Thanks Nightshooter!I certainly did.I now hang my head in shame...;)Batman's often been refered to as The Masked Manhunter.My only excuse is that I was working from memory.
My apologies, W.G. Sprang's look was indeed memorable as well as Lopez's.
I should be ashamed as well for not mentioning DICK GIORDANO who was a GREAT Batman artist with a clean classic look that rivals pencillers of today.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
On a side note, notice how Superman's costume looks here... BIG "S" - not little plastic "s". Also Supe's trunks are well inside the norm as opposed to the pornish speedos Singer had Routh slip in. Cape- made of the cloth we're used to seeing - not a shower curtain.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
As someone who has invested quite a bit of bread on Ross' are, I have to agree with Rogue Jr. as I also enjoy his more realistic style of rending classic heros.
Still can't let that movie go, can you.
Yes! Absolutely, Tony! {[]
Superman, even Routh's chest is just too wide for that little "S". And I wouldn't mind seeing Bats wear the grey cloth for a change...probably would get alot more bruises and cuts though...
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
You know Rogue, somebody reading thru this thread must think we're a couple of nuts. Two grown men having a serious discussion about capes, codpieces and red boots. Cue the fanboy alarm.
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It looks shiny and loose right? I have issues with that, too.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
What is Dini's fascination with homocidal psychopaths and pubescent boys?
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
http://www.latinoreview.com/news.php?id=1369
Exclusive: Casting News On The Dark Knight
Date: January 25, 2007
By: El Mayimbe
Source: Latino Review
OYE!
EL MOFACKIN' MAYIMBE AQUI!
After much speculation on the web, I got some news concerning casting on THE DARK KNIGHT, the sequel to BATMAN BEGINS!
We gave the world the first look at the script review for BATMAN BEGINS 3 years ago so it goes without saying that my information is solid concerning this project. I don't get my information from any publicists, like other people do, those folks get spoon fed and believe me you expect other sites to start calling their peeps at WB to find out if this is true….Like they will ever tell you the truth.
So that being said...
It's official (no surprise), HARVEY DENT is in THE DARK KNIGHT. Matt Damon passed on the role. The filmmakers met Josh Lucas and there is an interest in Jamie Foxx and Ed Norton. I'm pretty sure there are other actors that I'm not aware of up for the Harvey Dent role.
Now the big news is that the character of RACHEL DAWES is back in THE DARK KNIGHT but Katie Holmes won't be playing her!
No surprise there.
She is being replaced and the filmmakers are looking for that actress now. Let the speculation begin...
Some other minor roles...
Eastern European Heavy - tough bad guy mobster, 40s-50s
Female Cop - Latin, 30s. Elizabeth Pena type.
Asian Accountant - male, 40s
Sounds like a lot of diversity in the sequel!
Also according to Production Weekly, the film has been in pre-production as of January 11th.
Lastly there is no Oswald Cobblepot AKA The Penguin in THE DARK KNIGHT.
That is all I have for now so stick with the hardest working Beaners in showbiz here at Latinoreview as further information develops on THE DARK KNIGHT! In the meantime, I have to change back into my housekeeping clothes and sneak onto the Warner lot here in Burbank. Wow, Alan Horn has quite a nice office!
HASTA EL PROXIMO CAPITULO...
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
Actually, it's already begun--I've heard that Rachel McAdams is the favorite right now. Then again, I think I've heard about ten different names bandied about for Harvey Dent. . .
As far as I'm concerned, they can plug anyone into the Dawes role.
P.S. Love Alex Ross!
I collected comics heavily until the kids (and the mortgage
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
McAdams would make a better choice for Lois Lane IMO since Bosworth was just dreadful to me. Besides, McAdams has nicer looking gams... ;%
As far as Two-Face casting, Liev Schiebler seems to fit the bill to me. I'm sure there are a handful of guys who could fit the bill for him.
Yeah, I'm a wee bit jaded too, Loeff...
Yes, I do remember Breyfogle! Good 80s artist with a very spooky approach to illustrating Batman. Still has a sizable cult fanbase.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
As for Two Face, I think Hugh Jackman would be great.
Too associated to the Wolverine character unfortunately. Not a bad choice but it won't take.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
It's all considered the "comics" genre, Night. Why would Jackman submit himself to another comic book role? Doesn't something like that lead to type-casting?
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
I do agree that the character of Rachel is pretty meaningless at this point unless she is used as a sacrificial lamb to push Wayne further into his Batman persona. That's not a spoiler by the way, just a little speculation on my part.
As for Dent/Two-Face, Jackman could pull it off and the chance to sink his teeth into a good villainous role might be a welcome change from all the good guy parts he's had. But he is too associated with Wolverine and I wonder what the people at Fox would think about his participation in a competing comics franchise. I'd read they quickly soured on James Marsden after he signed on for Superman Returns and even blocked Iceman actor Shawn Ashmore from playing Jimmy Olsen. Liev Schreiber would be a great choice; not so sure about Norton or Foxx as I've not seen anything from either actor to suggest they have the physical presence to do a sufficiently imposing Two-Face.
The Liev guy looks right, I could see him doing it.
What about Jonathan Rhys Meyers? I've never seen him play aggressive, but I think he looks right. Very similar to the BTAS version of Harvey.
The Liev guy looks right, I would love to see him do it.
Myers is a good up and comer but he's not a very threatening looking lad as the BTAS Dent/Two-Face is portrayed. He looks like a guy you'd probably beat up and take his lunch money if you were schoolmates or something then get you cheesed by telling the principal in a ranting tear-fest...
Schreiber can play tormented and nutty very well; he has the handsome factor working for him and his frame is more physically imposing to Myers.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
oookay...
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Which one looks like Dent there?
Truthfully, I Jackman looks more Dent like than either of them.
Definetely Liev looks like a Dent. Height, looks and the creep factor are working for him.
You can rule Jackman out for what Tony said earlier, Night; it's not going to happen. Norton will get the role before Jackman.
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Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
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I dunno, I've never liked his acting. Have you seen the trailer for his new movie? He looks terrible in it.
Why would you want to kill Smoochy? You know you like ol' Nort...
Well, Night, this pic's for you.
Looks more like Harvey Dent than Jackman ever will...
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