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Not much to go on from the site...but I'm a huge fan of Ray Stevenson's work in Rome, so he's already sold at least one ticket to me. Bring on the gratuitous violence! B-)
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There is no guarantee that I'll be seeing the Hulk. My brother HATES Edward Norton so the movie will have to get some pretty positive reviews to get him to check it out. Then again, I could unload my secret weapon and remind him that I sat thru Casino Royale with him and now he owes me one. :v
Well this article posted today may have to play a part in your decision; the tug-of-war continues. Courtesy of The New York Daily News:
'Incredible' fight for Ed Norton on 'Hulk'
Sunday, March 16th 2008, 8:53 AM
Will "The Incredible Hulk" make its June 13 release date?
Star Edward Norton, who plays scientist Bruce Banner, was reportedly called in to a night-into-day meeting Wednesday with Marvel Studios chairman David Maisel and production president Kevin Feige, Deadline Hollywood Daily has reported.
Norton has his own vision of the flick, having written the screenplay based on the Stan Lee comic book. In his script, Dr. Banner fights warmongers who want to use his powers for evil, even as he searches the world for a cure to whatever is making him a giant green guy. Plus, he's in love.
The two-time Oscar nominee has definite ideas about any film he plays in, and famed screenwriter Joe Eszterhas came just short of calling Norton a control freak.
A source told us the 38-year-old grandson of James Rouse, inventor of the shopping mall, was trying to have a say in the final edit of the film.
Maisel and Feige were in flight Thursday, so a Marvel spokesman couldn't comment by deadline.
But Norton's spokeswoman told us, "Edward was brought on board by Marvel as a producer, screenwriter and actor, so it shouldn't surprise anyone that he has a lot of creative input into the postproduction process. His deal was for all three and he takes those roles seriously. He and [director] Louis Leterrier are enjoying a terrific working relationship. Any discussions happening now are part of the normal creative process of making a movie, the give and take among everyone trying to make the best movie possible."
Today is the first time I had a chance to look at this site.
OK Rogue, I know you love the Punisher and want this film to be good, and so do I, but I've got to say, Ray Stephenson isn't looking too good to me. I don't know if its the lighting or makeup or what, but he looks really old. And what's with that giant collar?
Lionsgate also really pulled out all the stops on the website, generously giving us two pictures that we've already seen. 8-)
Like Loeff has said, Tony, Ray Stevenson will do very well in this film. If you ever watched any episodes of Rome, this guy shows the gritty edge needed to play Castle.
As far as his looks are concerned, please remember that this is the MAX Series Punisher who is considerably older (pushing 60) and has a worn look about him - not the look of a toothpaste model . I'm pretty sure that you'll love his performance in any event.
And as for the site, in their defense, they are just getting it up. No big deal that there are only a couple of pics (we've already seen) on it for now. Funny how soon we forget that when Iron Man christened their site, we saw alot of things posted there that were already floating over the net - your fanboy bias is showing :v .
And the most anticipated comic film of the summer...The Dark Knight, hasn't even gotten theirs off of the ground properly not counting the bat logo. Let's not get back on the viral campaigns, they don't even count.
They will update that site as time goes along; it's not due until the fall so anything that we get from that film is considerably faster than other hero projects.
Just something to ponder here: Why do I feel that Downey, Jr. would've made a better Bruce Banner than Norton? Anyone agree?
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Sorry I overlooked your question, Tony. That's just a form of tactical wear used to protect his neck and head somewhat from bullets,schrapnel, etc. I think it's used in certain S.W.A.T., Bomb Squad & military instances.
He will be wearing the signature trench and black tee though, or at least that's what I gathered from interviews, in certain scenes so don't worry.
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Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice isUNISEX!"
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Sam Raimi might be a little too busy to be involved in Spiderman 4, if he and Paramount can put together the new Jack Ryan film.
Fine with me. I adore Raimi (he's among the best directors of his generation IMO), but I am less than thrilled with Spiderman 3. If Raimi decided to do another Spiderman I will be happy only if the film is alot cleaner and there are fewer subplots; oh and if Spidey is less annoying. However, I think he could do great with Jack Ryan. Raimi has never really done an action thriller and the Jack Ryan series, although not pure action films by any means, can nonetheless provide a great platform for him to execute his magnificent skills in the action genre.
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
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As a kid, I owned a few of the G.I. Joe action figures which were considerably larger at the time, the helicopter, etc. My little brother loved the comic book and cartoon so this new film may be something for me to keep an eye on:
First 2 Photos of G.I. Joe's Snake Eyes!
Source: Paramount Pictures, USA Today March 21, 2008
Paramount Pictures has released the first two photos of Ray Park as Snake Eyes in the Stephen Sommers-directed G.I. Joe, coming to theaters on August 7, 2009.
"He's the world's greatest ninja, but he's also next-generation. He's not afraid to use a sword one second, and a split-second later he's pulling out his Glock," Sommers told USA Today. "His chief nemesis is arguably the world's other great ninja, Storm Shadow. The two grew up together, were blood brothers and now are mortal enemies."
Sommers stressed that the movie is an origins story, so his challenge is to explain why the bad guy wears a metal mask, why Snake Eyes doesn't talk and other strange things kids took for granted. "For people who know nothing about it, it'll make sense," Sommers said. "And to people who love this stuff, it'll show where they all came from."
Adapted by Stuart Beattie, the action-adventure also stars Dennis Quaid, Channing Tatum, Sienna Miller, Rachel Nichols, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Said Taghmaoui, Marlon Wayans, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Arnold Vosloo and Christopher Eccleston.
Mrs. Man Face: "You wouldn't hit a lady? Would you?"
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice isUNISEX!"
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Looks like there probably won't be a third Fantastic Four movie due do FF#2's diminished box office relative to the first film. Kind of sad to hear this as I thought the FF films were entertaining in their own lighter-fare sort of way.
The Human Torch himself, actor Chris Evans, has said that the chances of fans seeing Fantastic Four 3 are slim to none, and slim just left town.
"I'm pretty sure we won't do [another] one," Evans told 1. MTV Movies Blog. "I'm assuming that one is a closed book." The actor, soon to be seen in Fox Searchlight's Street Kings, added, "We had all planned on doing [another] one but if there were going to be a third I think a week after the second one was released we would have heard [from 20th Century Fox]."
Given that Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer grossed less both domestically and internationally than its 2005 predecessor -- Box Office Mojo reports that the first FF grossed $330 million worldwide, while the sequel's global cume was $288 million -- it wouldn't seem to make much financial sense for Fox to produce a third installment.
For his part, Evans doesn't seem to mind that his time as Johnny Storm has apparently come to an end. While he said that he'd be willing to reprise his role in a possible spin-off film, Evans also said, "I'm happy with walking away."
Just something to ponder here: Why do I feel that Downey, Jr. would've made a better Bruce Banner than Norton? Anyone agree?
Hmmm...I can only speak for myself in saying that of the two actors in question--and only in my opinion-- Downey Jr., has greater range and a more charismatic onscreen presence than Norton.
In all honesty, I've yet to see Norton in anything where he's really been memorable.Conversely,I have no difficulty thinking of the various performances Downey's given that have impresssed me.
But having said this, I do think that--on a physical level--Edward Norton looks much more like the Bruce Banner Steve Ditko once drew than Robert Downey, Jr. does.And in fairness to Norton ,it's entirely possible he'll be wonderful in the role:perhaps delivering a interpretation comparable to that of Bill Bixby at his best.All he needs is a good screenplay,and apparently Norton is very pleased with what he's written.
As for Robert Downey,Jr.--although he's obviously not the Errol Flynn looklike Tony Stark is in the comics--if his entire performance is at the level of what's been revealed in the trailers(and the overall screenplay is intelligent),I think he'll do an outstanding job as Stark in Iron Man.
But why is it that whenever I see the name Edward Norton I always think of the garbageman Ed Norton on The Honeymooners?("Noiton!Hey,Noiton!!!")
Hmmm...I can only speak for myself in saying that of the two actors in question--and only in my opinion-- Downey Jr., has greater range and a more charismatic onscreen presence than Norton.
In all honesty, I've yet to see Norton in anything where he's really been memorable.Conversely,I have no difficulty thinking of the various performances Downey's given that have impresssed me.
It's funny as I feel the exact same way about Downey Jr. ) Norton, IMO is the best actor of hiis generation, based on performances in films like Primal Fear, American History X, The People vs. Larry Flynt and The Illusionist. Downey Jr. on the other hand is IMO an overrated actor, who although he has delivered the occasional performance of high quality, is IMO not the great actor that many people consider him to be. :v
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
Hmmm...I can only speak for myself in saying that of the two actors in question--and only in my opinion-- Downey Jr., has greater range and a more charismatic onscreen presence than Norton.
In all honesty, I've yet to see Norton in anything where he's really been memorable.Conversely,I have no difficulty thinking of the various performances Downey's given that have impresssed me.
It's funny as I feel the exact same way about Downey Jr. ) Norton, IMO is the best actor of hiis generation, based on performances in films like Primal Fear, American History X, The People vs. Larry Flynt and The Illusionist. Downey Jr. on the other hand is IMO an overrated actor, who although he has delivered the occasional performance of high quality, is IMO not the great actor that many people consider him to be. :v
That's the beauty of opinions,Dan.We'll just have to disagree agreeably, because we each know we're right.:)
That's the beauty of opinions,Dan.We'll just have to disagree agreeably, because we each know we're right.:)
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"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
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Hmmm...I can only speak for myself in saying that of the two actors in question--and only in my opinion-- Downey Jr., has greater range and a more charismatic onscreen presence than Norton.
In all honesty, I've yet to see Norton in anything where he's really been memorable.Conversely,I have no difficulty thinking of the various performances Downey's given that have impresssed me.
It's funny as I feel the exact same way about Downey Jr. ) Norton, IMO is the best actor of hiis generation, based on performances in films like Primal Fear, American History X, The People vs. Larry Flynt and The Illusionist. Downey Jr. on the other hand is IMO an overrated actor, who although he has delivered the occasional performance of high quality, is IMO not the great actor that many people consider him to be. :v
That's the beauty of opinions,Dan.We'll just have to disagree agreeably, because we each know we're right.:)
I think one of the reasons that I would've preferred Downey, Jr. as Banner over Norton is not only could he capture the tortured essence of said character (perhaps because of the real life demons he has battled with in his past with substance abuse) but he resembles, to me at least, Bill Bixby. Although he may be a very convincing Tony Stark once we see Iron Man, he wasn't even my fourth choice to play him.
For those that will be going to see The Incredible Hulk, might I suggest to anyone who reads the comics to pick up WORLD WAR HULK. This is one of the best story arcs from the character in a long time.
Hulk is banished from Earth with the help of current anals like Tony Stark & Reed Richards only to return and exact complete vengence on his exilers. The story climaxes with a battle in NYC between Hulk and Fabio- uh, I mean The Sentry that is quite memorable. I suggest all to pick up the graphic novel when you can. It's a good read.
I can only hope that the movie battle with Abombination is as half as good as this one was to read.
Mrs. Man Face: "You wouldn't hit a lady? Would you?"
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice isUNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
Speaking of the Hulk, some early responses from ShoWest don't bode well for our gamma-ray-graced friend. When asking participants about what film is going to do great and which one is going to fail miserably, 'The Incredible Hulk' has been the leading favorite for the 'bomb' list. Apparently, Ang Lee's version is still a litte too fresh in people's minds to drum up any excitement for this one.
BTW: Indy IV was the wide favorite for the summer season in the poll.
20th Century Fox has announced that they'll be re-releasing the 1966 Batman movie with Adam West in the hi-def BluRay format on July 1. The film will include lots of behind the scenes materials and other goodies. BluRay should definitely enhance the already vivid color palette on this one. Definitely a 1st day purchase for this Batfan.
20th Century Fox has announced that they'll be re-releasing the 1966 Batman movie with Adam West in the hi-def BluRay format on July 1. The film will include lots of behind the scenes materials and other goodies. BluRay should definitely enhance the already vivid color palette on this one. Definitely a 1st day purchase for this Batfan.
20th Century Fox has announced that they'll be re-releasing the 1966 Batman movie with Adam West in the hi-def BluRay format on July 1. The film will include lots of behind the scenes materials and other goodies. BluRay should definitely enhance the already vivid color palette on this one. Definitely a 1st day purchase for this Batfan.
Man, that's good news. Yet another reason for me to regret not having the access Blu-Ray.
I'm sure Fox will release a standard def version as well. The timing of the release is also interesting; clearly they hope to ride the coattails of WB and The Dark Knight.
Now, if only they could resolve whatever disputes are preventing the old Batman TV show from being released on home video. I'm sure there's plenty of money to go around.
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To be honest, from a comic creator/artist standpoint, I'm very happy for the original creators of Superman with this story. Good for them!
Siegel's Family Reclaims Share of Superman Rights
Source: The New York Times March 29, 2008
The New York Times reports that Wednesday's ruling, explained below, might affect the Superman Returns sequel and Justice League movie:
A federal judge here on Wednesday ruled that the heirs of Jerome Siegel — who 70 years ago sold the rights to the action hero he created with Joseph Shuster to Detective Comics for $130 — were entitled to claim a share of the United States copyright to the character. The ruling left intact Time Warner's international rights to the character, which it has long owned through its DC Comics unit.
And it reserved for trial questions over how much the company may owe the Siegel heirs for use of the character since 1999, when their ownership is deemed to have been restored. Also to be resolved is whether the heirs are entitled to payments directly from Time Warner's film unit, Warner Brothers, which took in $200 million at the domestic box office with "Superman Returns" in 2006, or only from the DC unit's Superman profits.
Still, the ruling threatened to complicate Warner's plans to make more films featuring Superman, including another sequel and a planned movie based on the DC Comics' "Justice League of America," in which he joins Batman, Wonder Woman and other superheroes to battle evildoers.
On the other hand, this might get pretty nasty down the road but DC did screw these guys. I don't want Bryan Singer back on a sequel but I don't want to lose Supes entirely. Both sides will have to work out something amicable.
Alot of the old creators then got hosed for their ideas and artwork.
I still remember when Jack Kirby was very ill and Marvel didn't want to give him back some of his artwork to cover his costs on pressing expenses and debts. I mean Jack "The King" Kirby - he was a big deal to me. He died pretty much penniless. That was so wrong...
Mrs. Man Face: "You wouldn't hit a lady? Would you?"
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice isUNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
Holy "Where the hell did this one come from" Batman! In a last ditch effort to win back fans, Warner Bros. has apparently convinced both Christian Bale and Brandon Routh to reprise the roles of Batman and Superman for their upcoming live-action Justice League of America film (currently titled Justice League Mortal). A press release just sent to Cinematical comes with this hilarious quote from a studio rep: "Brandon wasn't too hard to convince; he half-jokingly told us he's dreamt about this opportunity every night for the past several months."
Both men have signed a three-picture deal, which means Warners has plans to extend Justice League beyond the initial film, due out in 2009. Currently, there's no word on whether Armie Hammer (the actor supposed to play Batman) will still appear in some capacity, be it as a younger version of Batman or as a random extra in a background shot. On why he ultimately decided to take the role when there's a good chance it could confuse fans and screw up Nolan's franchise, Bale said, "I don't see me taking on this role getting in the way of anything, aside from someone else's paycheck. The script is awesome. Batman is awesome. Brendon and I look forward to taking this one to the next level."
Sounds like the studio is finally getting serious about this film, bringing on two actors with established fanbases -- guys they know will bolster the flick's box office. There are still a lot of unanswered questions, like what happens to Bryan Singer's The Man of Steel now and will Chris Nolan even go ahead with a third Batman film with Bale doing JLA? Well, one thing is for sure: This whole project just got a lot more interesting.
I still remember when Jack Kirby was very ill and Marvel didn't want to give him back some of his artwork to cover his costs on pressing expenses and debts. I mean Jack "The King" Kirby - he was a big deal to me. He died pretty much penniless. That was so wrong...
Wasn't that during the Jim Shooter era at Marvel? I recall Shooter not wanting anyone else to be able to take credit for anything around that time.
I'm not sure how I feel about the whole Superman rights / ownership thing. While I'm all for the creators of comics characters maintaining ownership, this is a weird case where, for better or worse, the original rights were sold over 60 years ago. Siegel and Schuster have now been dead for so long, and no outcome is going to help them. I don't know if their estate has any interest in the characters beyond what money they can make off of them. Like you, I hope this situation doesn't hamstring DC/WB from making another Superman film for the next 20 years.
Now I know it was April Fools day yesterday, but this was beneath the utility belt.
The cruel thing about that April Fool's joke is that it would be so cool if it really happened. Forget the rest of the JLA, a Batman/Superman crossover with those two actors, a good script and a good genre director behind it would be like box office gold. Most comics fanboys would give their right testicle to see that one happen.
And speaking of Justice League Mortal (is it me or is that one stupid title?), the Batman on Film site reporting that WB says there is no script (it's at least two months away) and no cast (what's the point of a cast without a script). You can be sure this embryonic turkey in waiting won't see the light of day until the pods at WB have had a look at the returns from The Dark Knight before making any decision about where to go next.
The cruel thing about that April Fool's joke is that it would be so cool if it really happened. Forget the rest of the JLA, a Batman/Superman crossover with those two actors, a good script and a good genre director behind it would be like box office gold.
When I first saw the link I thought it was amazing news, then the penny dropped.
The cruel thing about that April Fool's joke is that it would be so cool if it really happened. Forget the rest of the JLA, a Batman/Superman crossover with those two actors, a good script and a good genre director behind it would be like box office gold.
When I first saw the link I thought it was amazing news, then the penny dropped.
I'm with you guys. A JLA film with these two actors (although I am far less excited about Routh than I am about Bale) would be awesome.
"He’s a man way out there in the blue, riding on a smile and a shoeshine. And when they start not smiling back—that’s an earthquake. and then you get yourself a couple of spots on your hat, and you’re finished. Nobody dast blame this man. A salesman is got to dream, boy. It comes with the territory." Death of a Salesman
There's a bunch of new pics from Hellboy II: The Golden Army here. I'm not familiar with the Hellboy mythos (other than the basics) but they look interesting to me.
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^^ I'm looking forward to Hellboy 2; it seems to be overshadowed by the other, bigger blockbusters but I think it'll do better than decent numbers. Pick up some of the graphic novels by Mignola, Tony. He's a cool character but you might not take to the artwork in it so well....
Here's a teaser poster for THE SPIRIT. Already, Frank Miller is making this Sin City 2.0. I'm just getting that vibe from this.
If he blows this movie critically & financially, Eisner should kick the crap out of him even though that's a physical impossiblity...
His writing of All-Star Batman absolutely SUCKS! X-(
I still remember when Jack Kirby was very ill and Marvel didn't want to give him back some of his artwork to cover his costs on pressing expenses and debts. I mean Jack "The King" Kirby - he was a big deal to me. He died pretty much penniless. That was so wrong...
Wasn't that during the Jim Shooter era at Marvel? I recall Shooter not wanting anyone else to be able to take credit for anything around that time.
I'm not sure how I feel about the whole Superman rights / ownership thing. While I'm all for the creators of comics characters maintaining ownership, this is a weird case where, for better or worse, the original rights were sold over 60 years ago. Siegel and Schuster have now been dead for so long, and no outcome is going to help them. I don't know if their estate has any interest in the characters beyond what money they can make off of them. Like you, I hope this situation doesn't hamstring DC/WB from making another Superman film for the next 20 years.
Yes, back when Shooter was the editor is right. X-( Jack deserved better IMO.
I have mixed feelings on the settlement thing too but it just proves again that business and integrity rarely go together.
Remember when alot of the 70s artists banded together just to make DC give the Superman creators pensions?
Hopefully Supes will stay where he is if the families are smart; take him elsewhere for financial gain and he may not have the same impact. I hope that both sides can stay amicable under the circumstances...
Mrs. Man Face: "You wouldn't hit a lady? Would you?"
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice isUNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
I agree. Why don't straight out call it Sin City 2? The taglines, the aesthetics -- it has very little to do with Eisner's work, and are an obvious extension of the Sin City universe.
The left and middle poster by themselves are pretty much ridiculous. Nothing in them besides the trademarked Miller gritty noir quote and pieces of, what, a scarf? A tie? Ooh...
I have no doubt that this will, at least, look good, but IMHO I'd prefer FM returned to what he knows and does best, comics. Furthermore, I'd like it more if he experimented with other genres and stories outside the hardboiled tale of a hardass, gritty loner vs. the world.
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20th Century Fox has announced that they'll be re-releasing the 1966 Batman movie with Adam West in the hi-def BluRay format on July 1. The film will include lots of behind the scenes materials and other goodies. BluRay should definitely enhance the already vivid color palette on this one. Definitely a 1st day purchase for this Batfan.
The Adam West Batman movie was the very first DVD I purchased when I got a player B-) The commentary by West and Burt Ward is priceless---at times they laugh at themselves, and the material...but other times they're strangely silent, as if (perhaps) in admiration )
Great stuff! I'm not in the Blu-Ray crowd yet, as I've been waiting to make sure who wins the HD War, but I'll have this one eventually...
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"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
20th Century Fox has announced that they'll be re-releasing the 1966 Batman movie with Adam West in the hi-def BluRay format on July 1. The film will include lots of behind the scenes materials and other goodies. BluRay should definitely enhance the already vivid color palette on this one. Definitely a 1st day purchase for this Batfan.
The Adam West Batman movie was the very first DVD I purchased when I got a player B-) The commentary by West and Burt Ward is priceless---at times they laugh at themselves, and the material...but other times they're strangely silent, as if (perhaps) in admiration of themselves )
Great stuff!
Yup, it's a classic. And with the TV series still tied up in litigation, it's really the only fix Adam West fans can get (other than the occasional youtube video).
Here's a little more info on the BluRay edition, including a pic of the DVD case. According to the article, a standard def version of this new edition will also be made available.
And hot on the heels of the HBII pics, here's the trailer to the new movie. Some of the creatures have a Pan's Labyrinth vibe to me and it all seems a bit less dark than the last one. Have a look....
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"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
Well this article posted today may have to play a part in your decision; the tug-of-war continues. Courtesy of The New York Daily News:
'Incredible' fight for Ed Norton on 'Hulk'
Sunday, March 16th 2008, 8:53 AM
Will "The Incredible Hulk" make its June 13 release date?
Star Edward Norton, who plays scientist Bruce Banner, was reportedly called in to a night-into-day meeting Wednesday with Marvel Studios chairman David Maisel and production president Kevin Feige, Deadline Hollywood Daily has reported.
Norton has his own vision of the flick, having written the screenplay based on the Stan Lee comic book. In his script, Dr. Banner fights warmongers who want to use his powers for evil, even as he searches the world for a cure to whatever is making him a giant green guy. Plus, he's in love.
The two-time Oscar nominee has definite ideas about any film he plays in, and famed screenwriter Joe Eszterhas came just short of calling Norton a control freak.
A source told us the 38-year-old grandson of James Rouse, inventor of the shopping mall, was trying to have a say in the final edit of the film.
Maisel and Feige were in flight Thursday, so a Marvel spokesman couldn't comment by deadline.
But Norton's spokeswoman told us, "Edward was brought on board by Marvel as a producer, screenwriter and actor, so it shouldn't surprise anyone that he has a lot of creative input into the postproduction process. His deal was for all three and he takes those roles seriously. He and [director] Louis Leterrier are enjoying a terrific working relationship. Any discussions happening now are part of the normal creative process of making a movie, the give and take among everyone trying to make the best movie possible."
Like Loeff has said, Tony, Ray Stevenson will do very well in this film. If you ever watched any episodes of Rome, this guy shows the gritty edge needed to play Castle.
As far as his looks are concerned, please remember that this is the MAX Series Punisher who is considerably older (pushing 60) and has a worn look about him - not the look of a toothpaste model
And as for the site, in their defense, they are just getting it up. No big deal that there are only a couple of pics (we've already seen) on it for now. Funny how soon we forget that when Iron Man christened their site, we saw alot of things posted there that were already floating over the net - your fanboy bias is showing :v .
And the most anticipated comic film of the summer...The Dark Knight, hasn't even gotten theirs off of the ground properly not counting the bat logo. Let's not get back on the viral campaigns, they don't even count.
They will update that site as time goes along; it's not due until the fall so anything that we get from that film is considerably faster than other hero projects.
Just something to ponder here: Why do I feel that Downey, Jr. would've made a better Bruce Banner than Norton? Anyone agree?
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
Sorry I overlooked your question, Tony. That's just a form of tactical wear used to protect his neck and head somewhat from bullets,schrapnel, etc. I think it's used in certain S.W.A.T., Bomb Squad & military instances.
He will be wearing the signature trench and black tee though, or at least that's what I gathered from interviews, in certain scenes so don't worry.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117982612.html?categoryid=10&cs=1
First 2 Photos of G.I. Joe's Snake Eyes!
Source: Paramount Pictures, USA Today March 21, 2008
Paramount Pictures has released the first two photos of Ray Park as Snake Eyes in the Stephen Sommers-directed G.I. Joe, coming to theaters on August 7, 2009.
"He's the world's greatest ninja, but he's also next-generation. He's not afraid to use a sword one second, and a split-second later he's pulling out his Glock," Sommers told USA Today. "His chief nemesis is arguably the world's other great ninja, Storm Shadow. The two grew up together, were blood brothers and now are mortal enemies."
Sommers stressed that the movie is an origins story, so his challenge is to explain why the bad guy wears a metal mask, why Snake Eyes doesn't talk and other strange things kids took for granted. "For people who know nothing about it, it'll make sense," Sommers said. "And to people who love this stuff, it'll show where they all came from."
Adapted by Stuart Beattie, the action-adventure also stars Dennis Quaid, Channing Tatum, Sienna Miller, Rachel Nichols, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Said Taghmaoui, Marlon Wayans, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Arnold Vosloo and Christopher Eccleston.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
http://movies.ign.com/articles/861/861199p1.html
The Human Torch himself, actor Chris Evans, has said that the chances of fans seeing Fantastic Four 3 are slim to none, and slim just left town.
"I'm pretty sure we won't do [another] one," Evans told 1. MTV Movies Blog. "I'm assuming that one is a closed book." The actor, soon to be seen in Fox Searchlight's Street Kings, added, "We had all planned on doing [another] one but if there were going to be a third I think a week after the second one was released we would have heard [from 20th Century Fox]."
Given that Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer grossed less both domestically and internationally than its 2005 predecessor -- Box Office Mojo reports that the first FF grossed $330 million worldwide, while the sequel's global cume was $288 million -- it wouldn't seem to make much financial sense for Fox to produce a third installment.
For his part, Evans doesn't seem to mind that his time as Johnny Storm has apparently come to an end. While he said that he'd be willing to reprise his role in a possible spin-off film, Evans also said, "I'm happy with walking away."
Hmmm...I can only speak for myself in saying that of the two actors in question--and only in my opinion-- Downey Jr., has greater range and a more charismatic onscreen presence than Norton.
In all honesty, I've yet to see Norton in anything where he's really been memorable.Conversely,I have no difficulty thinking of the various performances Downey's given that have impresssed me.
But having said this, I do think that--on a physical level--Edward Norton looks much more like the Bruce Banner Steve Ditko once drew than Robert Downey, Jr. does.And in fairness to Norton ,it's entirely possible he'll be wonderful in the role:perhaps delivering a interpretation comparable to that of Bill Bixby at his best.All he needs is a good screenplay,and apparently Norton is very pleased with what he's written.
As for Robert Downey,Jr.--although he's obviously not the Errol Flynn looklike Tony Stark is in the comics--if his entire performance is at the level of what's been revealed in the trailers(and the overall screenplay is intelligent),I think he'll do an outstanding job as Stark in Iron Man.
But why is it that whenever I see the name Edward Norton I always think of the garbageman Ed Norton on The Honeymooners?("Noiton!Hey,Noiton!!!")
Aw, good times ...
(btw, I thought the Baroness was kinda sexy, but then I'm prone to women with glasses)
That's the beauty of opinions,Dan.We'll just have to disagree agreeably, because we each know we're right.:)
I think one of the reasons that I would've preferred Downey, Jr. as Banner over Norton is not only could he capture the tortured essence of said character (perhaps because of the real life demons he has battled with in his past with substance abuse) but he resembles, to me at least, Bill Bixby. Although he may be a very convincing Tony Stark once we see Iron Man, he wasn't even my fourth choice to play him.
For those that will be going to see The Incredible Hulk, might I suggest to anyone who reads the comics to pick up WORLD WAR HULK. This is one of the best story arcs from the character in a long time.
Hulk is banished from Earth with the help of current anals like Tony Stark & Reed Richards only to return and exact complete vengence on his exilers. The story climaxes with a battle in NYC between Hulk and Fabio- uh, I mean The Sentry that is quite memorable. I suggest all to pick up the graphic novel when you can. It's a good read.
I can only hope that the movie battle with Abombination is as half as good as this one was to read.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
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BTW: Indy IV was the wide favorite for the summer season in the poll.
20th Century Fox has announced that they'll be re-releasing the 1966 Batman movie with Adam West in the hi-def BluRay format on July 1. The film will include lots of behind the scenes materials and other goodies. BluRay should definitely enhance the already vivid color palette on this one. Definitely a 1st day purchase for this Batfan.
Here's the full article over at IGN's DVD site:
http://dvd.ign.com/articles/861/861814p1.html
Man, that's good news. Yet another reason for me to regret not having the access Blu-Ray.
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
I'm sure Fox will release a standard def version as well. The timing of the release is also interesting; clearly they hope to ride the coattails of WB and The Dark Knight.
Now, if only they could resolve whatever disputes are preventing the old Batman TV show from being released on home video. I'm sure there's plenty of money to go around.
Siegel's Family Reclaims Share of Superman Rights
Source: The New York Times March 29, 2008
The New York Times reports that Wednesday's ruling, explained below, might affect the Superman Returns sequel and Justice League movie:
A federal judge here on Wednesday ruled that the heirs of Jerome Siegel — who 70 years ago sold the rights to the action hero he created with Joseph Shuster to Detective Comics for $130 — were entitled to claim a share of the United States copyright to the character. The ruling left intact Time Warner's international rights to the character, which it has long owned through its DC Comics unit.
And it reserved for trial questions over how much the company may owe the Siegel heirs for use of the character since 1999, when their ownership is deemed to have been restored. Also to be resolved is whether the heirs are entitled to payments directly from Time Warner's film unit, Warner Brothers, which took in $200 million at the domestic box office with "Superman Returns" in 2006, or only from the DC unit's Superman profits.
Still, the ruling threatened to complicate Warner's plans to make more films featuring Superman, including another sequel and a planned movie based on the DC Comics' "Justice League of America," in which he joins Batman, Wonder Woman and other superheroes to battle evildoers.
On the other hand, this might get pretty nasty down the road but DC did screw these guys. I don't want Bryan Singer back on a sequel but I don't want to lose Supes entirely. Both sides will have to work out something amicable.
Alot of the old creators then got hosed for their ideas and artwork.
I still remember when Jack Kirby was very ill and Marvel didn't want to give him back some of his artwork to cover his costs on pressing expenses and debts. I mean Jack "The King" Kirby - he was a big deal to me. He died pretty much penniless. That was so wrong...
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
http://www.cinematical.com/2008/04/01/breaking-christian-bale-and-brandon-routh-sign-for-justice-lea/
Holy "Where the hell did this one come from" Batman! In a last ditch effort to win back fans, Warner Bros. has apparently convinced both Christian Bale and Brandon Routh to reprise the roles of Batman and Superman for their upcoming live-action Justice League of America film (currently titled Justice League Mortal). A press release just sent to Cinematical comes with this hilarious quote from a studio rep: "Brandon wasn't too hard to convince; he half-jokingly told us he's dreamt about this opportunity every night for the past several months."
Both men have signed a three-picture deal, which means Warners has plans to extend Justice League beyond the initial film, due out in 2009. Currently, there's no word on whether Armie Hammer (the actor supposed to play Batman) will still appear in some capacity, be it as a younger version of Batman or as a random extra in a background shot. On why he ultimately decided to take the role when there's a good chance it could confuse fans and screw up Nolan's franchise, Bale said, "I don't see me taking on this role getting in the way of anything, aside from someone else's paycheck. The script is awesome. Batman is awesome. Brendon and I look forward to taking this one to the next level."
Sounds like the studio is finally getting serious about this film, bringing on two actors with established fanbases -- guys they know will bolster the flick's box office. There are still a lot of unanswered questions, like what happens to Bryan Singer's The Man of Steel now and will Chris Nolan even go ahead with a third Batman film with Bale doing JLA? Well, one thing is for sure: This whole project just got a lot more interesting.
Wasn't that during the Jim Shooter era at Marvel? I recall Shooter not wanting anyone else to be able to take credit for anything around that time.
I'm not sure how I feel about the whole Superman rights / ownership thing. While I'm all for the creators of comics characters maintaining ownership, this is a weird case where, for better or worse, the original rights were sold over 60 years ago. Siegel and Schuster have now been dead for so long, and no outcome is going to help them. I don't know if their estate has any interest in the characters beyond what money they can make off of them. Like you, I hope this situation doesn't hamstring DC/WB from making another Superman film for the next 20 years.
The cruel thing about that April Fool's joke is that it would be so cool if it really happened. Forget the rest of the JLA, a Batman/Superman crossover with those two actors, a good script and a good genre director behind it would be like box office gold. Most comics fanboys would give their right testicle to see that one happen.
And speaking of Justice League Mortal (is it me or is that one stupid title?), the Batman on Film site reporting that WB says there is no script (it's at least two months away) and no cast (what's the point of a cast without a script). You can be sure this embryonic turkey in waiting won't see the light of day until the pods at WB have had a look at the returns from The Dark Knight before making any decision about where to go next.
When I first saw the link I thought it was amazing news, then the penny dropped.
http://movies.yahoo.com/slideshows/generic/hellboyiithegoldenarmy.html
Here's a teaser poster for THE SPIRIT. Already, Frank Miller is making this Sin City 2.0. I'm just getting that vibe from this.
If he blows this movie critically & financially, Eisner should kick the crap out of him even though that's a physical impossiblity...
His writing of All-Star Batman absolutely SUCKS! X-(
Yes, back when Shooter was the editor is right. X-( Jack deserved better IMO.
I have mixed feelings on the settlement thing too but it just proves again that business and integrity rarely go together.
Remember when alot of the 70s artists banded together just to make DC give the Superman creators pensions?
Hopefully Supes will stay where he is if the families are smart; take him elsewhere for financial gain and he may not have the same impact. I hope that both sides can stay amicable under the circumstances...
Batman: "The Hammer Of Justice is UNISEX!"
-Batman: The Brave & The Bold -
The left and middle poster by themselves are pretty much ridiculous. Nothing in them besides the trademarked Miller gritty noir quote and pieces of, what, a scarf? A tie? Ooh...
I have no doubt that this will, at least, look good, but IMHO I'd prefer FM returned to what he knows and does best, comics. Furthermore, I'd like it more if he experimented with other genres and stories outside the hardboiled tale of a hardass, gritty loner vs. the world.
The Adam West Batman movie was the very first DVD I purchased when I got a player B-) The commentary by West and Burt Ward is priceless---at times they laugh at themselves, and the material...but other times they're strangely silent, as if (perhaps) in admiration
Great stuff! I'm not in the Blu-Ray crowd yet, as I've been waiting to make sure who wins the HD War, but I'll have this one eventually...
"I am not an entrant in the Shakespeare Stakes." - Ian Fleming
"Screw 'em." - Daniel Craig, The Best James Bond EverTM
Yup, it's a classic. And with the TV series still tied up in litigation, it's really the only fix Adam West fans can get (other than the occasional youtube video).
Here's a little more info on the BluRay edition, including a pic of the DVD case. According to the article, a standard def version of this new edition will also be made available.
http://www.highdefdigest.com/news/show/Box_Art/Fox/High-Def_Disc_Packaging/First_Look:_Batman:_The_Movie_Blu-ray_Box_Art/1617
http://movies.yahoo.com/premieres/7254432/standardformat/
www.scottacademymartialarts.co.uk
http://www.darkhorizons.com/2009/spirit/gallery.php