This week is a relatively small round-up, what with the Christmas and all that stealing everyone away from the internets. But there were some relatively “big” things (if you like Kick-Ass), and there’s enough in here to make you happy even if you’re Jewish! So step on in, grab a drink, mingle, and enjoy.
I suppose the first thing to do is note that Brittany Murphy, who played Shellie in Sin City (which I called the best comic book movie of the past decade) has passed away. RIP Brittany.
That being said, what does this mean for Sin City 2? Shellie does have a large role in Dwight’s storylines, and seeing as Dwight is the focus of the second movie, it could possibly lead to an uneasy situation, in which the actress will most likely need to be recast. Situations like that are always unfortunate, and often times ruin the “glamor” of the movies. It’s kind of like how every Batman movie with a different Batman is incredibly odd to watch. That being said, Robert Rodriguez has stated that while he will return to the world of Sin City, the sequel is not high on his priorities, and it’s definitely not his next film.
“I can’t say no, because I don’t know it’s no. I know Frank wants to do it. I know I want to do it. It’s always sort of a ‘time permitting’ kind of thing. But it’s not like I can tell you definitely we’re starting . It’s not my next picture, I know that. It doesn’t mean that it’s not the picture right after ’cause that’s still a possibility.”
According to the interview there’s been a script since 2007. Huh.
We’ve finally got some Green Lantern news. While we know who will be our super pilot Hal Jordan, we have only mere rumors about who might possibly play Sinestro. Now, according to the Latino Review, Carol Ferris is down to just 5 actresses.
1. Eva Green
2. Keri Russel
3. Diane Kruger
4. Blake Lively
5. Jennifer Garner
RIGHT OFF THE BAT, I’m saying PLEASE no to Jennifer Garner. I do not enjoy her. And Russel, Kruger, and Lively are all blonde. But Green? AKA Vesper Lynd from Casino Royale? Wait a minute… isn’t… OH WAIT. THE DIRECTOR OF CASINO ROYALE, MARTIN CAMPBELL, IS DIRECTING GREEN LANTERN. Hmmmmmm.
So aside from me, is ANYONE interested in a Venom movie? No? No one? Alright. Well, while a script has been written and is being sent through the revision machine, some people are wondering if Topher Grace is being offered to reprise the role of Eddie Brock. Some people like me are hoping that he isn’t. So what’s the word, Topher?
Grace: I don’t know. I haven’t heard anything.
Q: There’s been no talk?
Grace: No. I don’t think so.
Nice. Currently, Gary Ross is slated to write and direct the movie, putting Venom back into the Lethal Protector character he was during the comics in the late ’80s and ’90s. I approve.
Ever hear the name Judd Winick? He writes comics for DC. Trials of Shazam, recent issues of Batman, the Outsiders back in the day. A lot of people are torn on him as a writer. I personally don’t like him. With that in mind, supposedly the next DC Animated Movie will be Under The Hood, based on his storyline starring Batman vs. the Red Hood. Could be interesting… but will most likely end up just being pretty poor. Like that whole arc was anyway. But that’s just me being a sour puss. Weren’t they going to make a Judas Contract movie?
Here’s something brief: a new red-band trailer of Kick-Ass: click
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According to some site called Pajiba, DC and Warner Brothers are thinking about making a Hawkman film. While this does seem unlikely, I would like to point out that that is awesome. I know that both Marvel and DC are thinking of branching out into lesser known comic characters in order to help bring new readers into their books as well as introduce their characters to a new audience. Hawkman would be a great character to do this with, as he is particularly bad ass. Plus, with how Marvel is doing the Avengers movie, Hawkman could be a good start for a JSA series of movies. Just a thought.
As an editor’s note: please excuse the extreme idiocy behind what the writer says about Hawkman. I’d personally love to see a Hawkman movie, especially under Geoff Johns’ “explanation” as to the many different versions of Carter Hall. It could be a lot of fun. Unfortunately, we can’t expect everyone to know who a comic character is if the word “man” isn’t superseded by Super, Bat, or Spider. Sucks to be them.
In a random tidbit of news, don’t expect to see that Magneto movie we’ve been teased about for so long any time soon. According to an interview over at Heat Vision, X-Men: First Class will come out before we see Magneto, to the point that elements of the Magneto plot will be incorporated into First Class, seeing as First Class supposedly has a young Magneto in it. Feh. Not too excited on that one.
Here’s a quickie: Edgar Wright talked with the BBC about Scott Pilgrim. Listen here: click
Moving on: Remember Karl Urban from Star Trek? He played Bones, and he was definitely my favorite character in the movie. Anyway, he’s been cast in Red the upcoming Warren Ellis adaptation. It also has Bruce Willis, Hellen Mirren, and Mary Louise Parker. Is it just me, or does this sound like it’s going to be the best movie ever? Granted, for those of you who have read Red, Warren Ellis has explicitly stated that this will not be like the comic. Even so though… great cast.
For those interested: Jamie Alexander is tweeting a whole lot about Thor and her role in the film, as well as the other actors and actresses. Check it out here.
So guess what! There is an update on the Bone movie, and while it is brief, it’s awesome! Dan Lin, the producer of Bone, recently did an interview with Collider in order to help do publicity for his upcoming film, Sherlock Holmes. In talking about Bone, he said that the feel they have for the movie is Shrek meets Lord of the Rings. Not going to lie, that’s pretty accurate. While Shrek is not the EXACT feel of the book, it’s a pretty good description. I’m pleased. Dan Lin seems pretty enthusiastic about the whole project, so that makes me excited to have a good producer on board.
Dan Lin also does another interview with Collider about the Justice League movie, as well as a Suicide Squad movie. Not as exciting as the Bone but, but even so.
Here’s a quickie: Joel Silver talks about a lot of different DC projects he is producing. Most of which? Won’t probably happen. Just saying. clickety clack
You know who I don’t like? Steve Niles. But some people do like him. And some people think that 30 Days of Night was good. So guess what? Steve Niles talked to Bloody Disgusting about the sequel, and if you’re interested, you can click here.
