Q & A w/Jon Favreau from his Myspace site!

[Advanced Dark]

Ongoing Q & A from Jon Favreau's Myspace site!

Check every day for new posts from here: http://groups.myspace.com/ironmanmovie

Advanced DarkWrote:

1) Since Iron Man is part of Marvel's internal slate you could conceivably have a cameo from any of the other characters to help Marvel promote future films, and for the fans. Is that something that we might see. Perhaps at the end when the film is about to run the credits it shows Iron Man zooming towards a major threat to the city...a Hulk Rampage. Or having Nick Fury in a scene w/Stark, etc...



2) Have you already been talking to actors to portray any roles in this film? Stark? Stark Sr? Stallone for Stark Sr! Zak for Iron Man. :)



3) If Iron Man is a successful as you hope are there any other Marvel characters you'd like to bring to the big screen that are part of Marvel's slate, and Deathlok which is also at Paramount. Hulk 2?



4) Of all the comic book films that have come out since Blade...what's your favorite one?



5) What directors influenced you the most and what actors are you hoping to have a chance to work with in your career?



That's it!



Jon Favreau:

1. Not likely in the first film.

2. I've not met with any actors yet.

3. No.

4. What year was Blade? That's a very specific question. I like the XMen movies a lot. Batman Begins had a lot of good stuff too. I'm looking forward to Ghostrider as well. I saw the trailer over at Marvel and it looks very interesting. But the best comic adaptation, by far, was the Foggy Nelson scenes in Daredevil. It made cinema history. Especially the director's cut.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 7, 2006 2:36 PM

JeffreyWrote:
Jon, thanks for making these topics for our input.



Questions:



1. Did you read any of the earlier scripts written for this project?

2. Tony's father, Howard Stark, was the antagonist in the earlier drafts, do you think he still will be a villain in your movie?

3. Do you have a particular favorite artist rendition, or armor variation for Iron Man?


Jon Favreau:

1. No
2. No
3. Granov


Posted: May 7, 2006 2:37 PM

RobWrote:
This question was asked of Bryan Singer at ComicCon last year, but I"ll change it to fit your project:



Which is our hero in your vision? Is he Tony Stark who happens to be Iron Man, or is he Iron Man who happens to be Tony Stark?



Jon Favreau:
Stark. I think.



Posted: May 7, 2006 5:02 PM

BrianWrote:
Will you be approaching this from the realm of reality (like Warren Ellis' run on the title, or from the realm of fantasy (like just about everyone else who's ever written the title)?



Jon Favreau:

Reality.

Posted: May 7, 2006 5:03 PM

rhombus ? starWrote:
In the context of the comic book, which era should we expect to see?





Jon Favreau:

Present day.


Posted: May 7, 2006 5:05 PM

Film Critic SaysWrote:
1. Do you prefer the circle or diamond shape on the chest?



2. Will you be doing video blogs like Bryan Singer did for Superman Returns and Peter Jackson did for King Kong?



Thanks,



FilmCritcSays


Jon Favreau:


1. I prefer the circle (the way he looked when I was a kid), but the diamond might look cooler. Dunno yet.

2. Perhaps. We'll document everything. Don't know what we'll do with it yet.


More to come...

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 7, 2006 5:12 PM

KennethWrote:
My question's for Jon are,

(1) You made a point of saying that the villian in Iron Man wouldn't be magic based or mutated. Would you still be willing in a future film to use a character like Mandarin, who is considered Iron Mans greatest arch-enemy?



Jon Favreau:



I can't imagine ever presenting Mandarin in the way he first appeared in Tales of Suspense in the sixties. I think it would blow the reality of the movie. That isn't to say, however, that we would not draw from these characters. I just think we have to make choices in tone as well as overcome the inconsistencies of the forty years of the books.

Posted: May 7, 2006 6:24 PM

IainWrote:
Hi Jon,



1. Do you favour making Iron Man's suit practically, out of CG, or a combination of both?



2. Do you think this movie is signalling a new direction in your career as a director?



3. Have you got anybody in mind for specific parts right now? (no need to say who, just yes or no :-) )



Thanks

Iain


Jon Favreau:


1. A combo. The suit in action could lend itself quite well to CG. Metal sells better than flesh in CG. We would do a build as well, but much CGI in this movie.

2. I know that the effects thing is definitely a new club in my golf bag. We'll see how it goes. I may be sick of it in two years.

3. Not yet.


Posted: May 7, 2006 10:25 PM

brandonWrote:
Hmm,



Cg augmentation is more trouble than its worth. Tracking is a *****. Its easier to have a cg double for hard core shots, and a suit for acting. Iron man can be rendered beautifully in CG these days, and any aerial acrobatics would be best done in CG to avoid any accidents or injuries, and it looks better. Those things tend to look to wire-fooey.

Jon Favreau:

I could picture 70 percent Cg Iron Man , 30 percent costume. Most of the time the CG looks better. Even in organic character shows. Animatronics and puppetry is Too Limited.





I agree. I look forward to testing the latest technologies. After seeing Kong, I'm a bit more open minded about CGI.


Posted: May 7, 2006 10:28 PM

PTCWrote:
jon,



1. can we expect to see war machine in this movie?



2. can we expect a more batman begins type of film, or the superman movie with richard pryor?



3. of all the infamous iron man villains, who do you favor? and also who do you think would suit the movie well?



Jon Favreau:



1. Not yet. It's a fun thought for sequels. Especially if we get someone cool for Rhodes.

2. If I have to pick between the two, I'd guess Nolan's version.

3. Not at liberty yet...



Posted: May 7, 2006 10:30 PM

KeithWrote:
4) Plan and simple Jim Rhodes or no Jim Rhodes ?


Jon Favreau:


Jim Rhodes


More to come...

[deemar325]

Shweet!!!

I'm liking this guy more and more.

I hope he delivers.

[Mr. Magoo]

Tony's father, Howard Stark, was the antagonist in the earlier drafts, do you think he still will be a villain in your movie?

Jon Favreau: No


:up:

[zer00]

Good stuff:up:

[echostation]

that is fantastic... but also let the guy do his work, as you can see he's hardly started as of yet and we're already bombarding him with questions over and over, i think he's given out as much info as possible given that I bet you only like 10 pgs of the script have been written... let's wait a month or two then ask more

[co2]

that is fantastic... but also let the guy do his work, as you can see he's hardly started as of yet and we're already bombarding him with questions over and over, i think he's given out as much info as possible given that I bet you only like 10 pgs of the script have been written... let's wait a month or two then ask more


I know. I feel like the fans may jack with his head too much at this point.

[Advanced Dark]

that is fantastic... but also let the guy do his work, as you can see he's hardly started as of yet and we're already bombarding him with questions over and over, i think he's given out as much info as possible given that I bet you only like 10 pgs of the script have been written... let's wait a month or two then ask more

The fans didn't start this...Jon did. He specifically started 4 or 5 separate threads. He was actually online last night till about midnight PST. He's asking about casting, villains, and storylines. He wants to know what the fans want.

[Sava]

i like what both John and Zak are doing :up:...thank you for talking to the fans :up:

[Ironman24]

I asked him a question about Mandarin and he answered it in 4 minutes, that was awesome, that he is online answering questions, no matter how little they may be.

[The Flash!]

Anyone know where I have to go to ask him some of my own questions? Much appreciated. :)

JON IS A FULL ON BADASS! :up:

[Ironman24]

just look on myspace.com for either Jon favreau he has a link or just look for the Iron Man movie group.

[cerealkiller182]

Jon sounds like he has a pretty good handle on it; good understanding of the character and what needs to be done to render him on screen.

Definately like the use of Rhodes even though he wont be War Machine. Characters like that I think tend to get overlooked because people dont write them in just because they dont become their superhero personas. I would have liked to see John Henry Irons in the Superman movie instead of Kal Pen as made-for-movie Luthor goon. I;m sure he'll do a good job though.

[The Flash!]

^^ Thanks!

[Advanced Dark]

http://groups.myspace.com/ironmanmovie

or more specifically:

http://forum.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=messageboard.viewCategory&CategoryID=0&GroupID=102795074&Mytoken=060DE860-5BE9-4173-ACB72AF9DDAD4A22378613718

Just found this too:

'Iron Man' Director Favreau to Become a Dad
Actor and his wife expecting third child
May 8 2006


Jon FavreauLOS ANGELES -- Jon Favreau, who's signed up to direct Marvel's comic book property "Iron Man," will soon usher a more vulnerable being into the world.

The actor-writer-director and his wife are expecting their third child, reports People.

The actor and Joya Tillem, a physician at Los Angeles' Cedars-Sinai Hospital, already have two children together: Max, 4, and Madelaine, 3.

Favreau, 39, and Tillem, 36, wed in November 2000 in Sonoma, Calif.

Favreau's film credits include "Swingers," "Daredevil," "Something's Gotta Give" and "Wimbledon." Before "Iron Man," his directing experience includes "Made," the Will Ferrell holiday comedy "Elf" and "Zathura: a Space Adventure."

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 8, 2006 11:10 AM

Film Critic SaysWrote:
1. When do you plan on releasing the film? Summer of '07? Fall of '07? Or sometime in 2008?


Jon Favreau:

2008


Posted: May 8, 2006 12:55 PM

Justin (Solid Gold Baby)Wrote:
Why are you such a cool guy? Were you dropped on your head as a baby?


Jon Favreau:

Not that I remember.


Will add more later...

[Spider - Man]

No father/son plot. Sweet!!

[skorponok]

Glad to see that SOMEONE from the DD film has seen the director's cut...:up:

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 8, 2006 2:46 PM

KeithWrote:
Jon, I'll ask you plan and simple Goatee or mustashe what's your choice ?


Jon Favreau:

Dunno yet.


Posted: May 8, 2006 2:49 PM

PierreWrote:
Where are you planning to shoot at?


Jon Favreau:

California


Posted: May 8, 2006 2:51 PM

Instant KarmaWrote:
1) Will Stark be a tech-fiend or just a guy in a suit? To my way of thinking the suit is just an aspect of Ironman, but Ironman is a guy obsessed with gadgets. We going to see crazy add ons to his car, house, er... pets? :P



2) Weapons Manufacturer or do-good philanthropist?



Jon Favreau:

1. Tech fiend guy in a suit.
2. Weapons manufacturer.



A general congrats from board member to Jon on his soon to be 3rd child.

Jon Favreau:

Posted: May 8, 2006 2:43 PM


Thank you all. She's due in September.


Also I made a suggestion in an early question to Jon that maybe Foggy Nelson (his character from Daredevil) could make a cameo in Iron Man. This is where that led to:

Posted: May 8, 2006 3:18 PM

brandonWrote:

Well, Foggy was Starks lawyer for a time...

Jon Favreau:

When was that?

Brandon:

Posted: May 8, 2006 3:21 PM

around issue 300 plus or so before the "crossing" in volume 1.

I also think in Volume 2 Foggy was Starks lawyer. But yes he did represent him for a time, so you could feasibly play Foggy discussing a problem for a minute and it wouldnt be out of place!





More to come...

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 7, 2006 2:35 PM

JeffreyWrote:My only suggestion is that Tony Stark has a strong and underrated rogues gallery. Howard Stark doesn't need to be a villain.


Jon Favreau:


Howard Stark as the villian was from an old abandoned draft. He is not our villian.



More to come...

[BT18]

Has anyone attempted to ask him if he's thought what the best age range for Tony Stark and/or the actors who played him would be ?

[echostation]

Is Timothy Dalton still out cuz i remember he used to be quite a big pick

[RAMORE]

sweetness:up: i'm so glad he's talking to fans. I had an old ironman script treatment i might have to pull out dust off adn post there. Not that he would use but it be cool if he commented on it though.

[TheVileOne]

FYI, the comments by "Jeffrey" are by myself.

[Advanced Dark]

^ May we call you Vile Jeff for short? ;)

[echostation]

Someone needs to ask him if he is considering using the Black Sabbath-Ozzy track of Iron Man somewhere in either the trailers or somewhere thrown in the soundtrack

[Spider - Man]

^ugh! I hope not! How unoriginal that would be!

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 9, 2006 5:49 PM

Instant KarmaWrote:
1) Will we only be seeing one Ironman suit in the movie or a variety of them? Will the suit go through an evolution during the movie or is that for sequels?



2) Are we going to see the Sentient Armor at all, or maybe allude to it?



3) Steady love interest or is Stark a total pussy-hound?



4) Jon Favs as Happy Hogan?


Jon Favreau:


1. We plan on more than one look.
2. You want it all in the first movie?
3. Read the books. What do you think?
4. I better start working out. I look more like Foggy right now.

Posted: May 9, 2006 5:53 PM

AndrewWrote:
Would you prefer a well known actor or an unknown for IM?


Jon Favreau:

Still discussing it. Not sure yet. There are a lot of good well known actors. We are by no means required to use a star to get this movie made. We'll do what's best for the film.


Posted: May 9, 2006 5:54 PM

JoshWrote:
Did doing Zathura make you want to do more action/sci-fi movies?



Will you shoot green screen or on real sets?



josh


Jon Favreau:

1. Yes
2. A combo, most likely.

More to come...

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 9, 2006 5:43 PM

Advanced DarkWrote:
Jon,



1) Are you signed for a 3 pic deal?



2) I know you haven't talked to any actors yet but surely you have some actors names swirling around your head before this project was official. Are there any actors you'd like to talk to that who's names you could share with us?



3) As I mentioned in another question it is feasible to have Foggy Nelson make a cameo in this movie. Fox/New Regency has already said they have no plans to revisit Daredevil so why would they care and surely those Daredevil rights will be reverting back to Marvel soon anyways. I think that would be much more worthwhile than just an empty cameo.



4) Besides the wonderful artwork from Max do you already have people working on the designs and conceptual artwork?



5) I there any film that you'd like to remake? There are so many cool ones coming out like Posedion, Clash of the Titans, etc...



Jon Favreau:


1. No
2. No
3. I've heard he just died in prison.
4. Yes
5. Must Love Dogs


Posted: May 9, 2006 5:45 PM

BroodWrote:
Do you have a favorite design for the armor ?


Thanks!


Jon Favreau:


I like the look of the Extremis armor.

Posted: May 9, 2006 5:46 PM

IanWrote:
To Mr. Favreau



If there is an Iron Man game released with the film, which is common with big movies, would you have any involvement with the design and production of the game or would you simply focus on the movie and just approve aspects of the game?





Thanks,

Ian


Jon Favreau:

I would love to work on the game.


Yep...more to come.

[Mr. Magoo]

Somebody tell him to make sure the armor doesn't have muscles. That's probably the most annoying part of the suit in the comics.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 10, 2006 8:59 AM

Page Six reported that Tom was in some way attached to play Iron Man pending his opinion of the script. As far as I know, there is no truth to this rumor. Before I came onboard, there was some discussion between Marvel and Tom's people about him playing the role, but my understanding is that that was all before the rights reverted from New Line back to Marvel. This story might be old news. This is all I know.

-Jon Favreau



More to come...

[InkSlinger]

This has been awesome to follow!
I am really amazed and surprised to find out Jon Favreau feels very much the same as many of us do and have discussed in our previous threads.
(How do I get him to read and comment on my idea for the storyline? Or anybody else's that we knocked around?)
I don't want to waste his time, but there's a lot of good ideas in those threads. If this story is set in present time with a Vietnam War tie-in, he should consider an actor like Tom Selleck to play Tony. Tom Selleck wouldn't do it, but I like the image of him in the armor.
(If you really want fantasy casting, I'd love to see Sean Connery play Tony Stark. Or even Howard Stark. Can you see those two argueing over something? Wouldn't that be a hoot.)
The biggest problem with any of the armor designs is the connection/movement of the leg pieces where they attach to the trunk (shorts). Think of the mechanics involved and you'll see what I mean. The upper body pieces aren't much of a problem, nor are the lower leg pieces.
The flexible rubber joints used in RoboCop made it painfully obvious there was a trade-off in the design. A true suit of armor made to the modern suit look would give the wearer a major testicular pain.
This suit is suppose to be next to indestructible.
Will there be an attempt to create the flexible arms and legs "mesh-metal" that was in the original Red and Gold suit? Or will that only be attempted for the joints and used as an overlaying sleeve for the flexible parts of the armor?
It would work in CGI, but you still have to explain the connections in real-life. Real-life suits of armor aren't made that way.
And please, use the round chest unit. Using the 'diamond' just screams "Hey! look at me! I'm SUPERMAN!" (BFD!)
I want an up to date version of the Red and Gold suit.
I'm on the bandwagon. Let's roll!

[Advanced Dark]

^ Isn't Tom Selleck a tad old to start a franchise. I think you're thinking of 20 years ago. He's not the same.

[Ironfan72]

If Howard Stark is part of the movie, like Bruce Waynes father was in Batman Begins, then Tom Selleck would be great for Tony's dad, but not as Tony.

[InkSlinger]

^ Isn't Tom Selleck a tad old to start a franchise.

I don't think so.
He's already got a new one in the works with his Jesse Stone cop-series of made-for-TV movies. A character that shares 'some' similarities with Stark.
And like Connery, age doesn't seem to show itself so much on him.
(Although Sean is in pretty good shape for a guy in his 70's.)
Selleck still looks like a guy who can run 10 miles a day, throw a baseball across a field with some force, and punch the lights out of any one stupid enough to deserve it. As I said, he wouldn't do it. It was fantasy casting on my part. But someone like him would fit the parameters of what we've been given so far. Unless they're looking for a 30-ish, tall, skinny guy like Caviziel (sic).
I think I'd throw-up if Cruise was actually being considered.
(Please say it isn't so!)

[InkSlinger]

If Howard Stark is part of the movie, like Bruce Waynes father was in Batman Begins, then Tom Selleck would be great for Tony's dad, but not as Tony.


Yes, this would work.

[Advanced Dark]

Tom Sellek could never play Tony Stark/Iron Man but as stated above has Mr. Stark it could be ok I guess but I think he'd be a distraction. No matter what movie he's in you think Magnum unless he shaves his stache and then he looks femme. Besides his voice is too "off" for Stark.

[skorponok]

Kudos to you for asking if he's reprise Foggy in a cameo, even though the answer was basically not there ;)

[InkSlinger]

Have you watched him in his Jesse Stone series or his Eisenhower movie?
He did a pretty good job as Eisenhower, but there was no way you saw Ike when you watched him. He did a good job tho' and I liked it. His Jesse Stone series has been enjoyable to watch too.
It's not a grown-up Magnum, PI.
It's better.
Magnum was fun. That's all.
Stone is a realistic setting. He has matured into a pretty good actor.
Anyway, you'd have two totally different takes on Tony's father if either Selleck or Connery did it.
We need someone who is believable as a genius inventor, business wizard and womanizer.
Hmmm, who could we get that fits that description?
Could it be....


(Hell, I don't know. What? You thought I had someone specific? Clark Gable or Errol Flynn is the closest I've seen and those guys been dead a lonnnggg time.)

[InkSlinger]

Kudos to you for asking if he's reprise Foggy in a cameo, even though the answer was basically not there ;)


I think he did say he wouldn't rule it out.
He also said something about Foggy dying in prison or something in one of the current comics.

[TheVileOne]

^ May we call you Vile Jeff for short? ;)
Not much shorter :p .

[cerealkiller182]

I think he did say he wouldn't rule it out.
He also said something about Foggy dying in prison or something in one of the current comics.

I wonder if he is screwing up the first arc of the New Avengers.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 10, 2006 7:34 PM

Nick J. AssWrote:Hey Jon I just have a few questions that I hope you answer...



1.) Were you offered to direct Iron Man first or did you pursue it first?



2.) If you're at liberty to say, is the focus of the script more so on Tony's own issues or a villain?



3.) Can we expect any cameos from superheroes that have worked with Iron Man like Hawkeye?, but not neccessarily him.



4.) Are you planning on a completely serious approach to the film or are you going to bring in some of your comedic elements as a director?



5.) If you could direct any other Marvel film what would you choose?



6.) (this has nothing to do with Iron Man, I'm just asking as a fan of yours) Who is your favorite director around today?



Thank you for your time. Not many, if any, people would do this so you must be a true fan and will without a doubt make one hell of a movie.

Jon Favreau:


1. They brought it up to me.
2. Both
3. No
4. Watch my other movies.
5. Iron Man 2
6. JJ did a great job on MI3. Spielberg's the best.


Posted: May 10, 2006 7:36 PM

Advanced DarkWrote:
Ok I lied...one more question for the night. A real serious one.



Regarding Elf.



There's one particular scene in that movie that really just cracks me up. When I think about it I laugh out loud it's so f'n funny. You know when Will Ferrel is in Central Park and then it cuts to the news media covering his sighting and they show a glimpse of him walking with a gape like Bigfoot in that famous video from years back and then it freezes on him in mid stride.



Who wrote that part in? I'd love to see that as an animated gif so I can use it as my Avatar.



Just classic. Gotta go watch Munich now. Speaking of Munich. If Eric Bana snakes his way out of Hulk 2 I'd go after him for Iron Man.



Jon Favreau:

It was something I planned to shoot that way when I wrote it in the script. I actually ran the super 8 camera myself. I was uncredited on both counts.

Posted: May 10, 2006 7:39 PM

V for VinceWrote:
Hi Jon,



I think this is a great thing you're doing... just don't let us silly fanboys ever compromise your vision... we're trouble like that sometimes.



Anyway



1. Does a darker tone seem more likely for this picture (ie Daredevil or Batman Begins) or will it be more of a lighter super hero movie? (ie Fantastic Four or Spider-Man)?



2. (I understand that you're in the very early stages of this project, but....) Are there plans to CG armor or Build an "functional" suit for the actor to be wearing?



3. Did Marvel Studios approach you with Iron Man or with various Marvel properties and let you take your pick? and if so what were some of the options you had and what attracted you to Iron Man?



4. And finally, are you a fan of super-hero films (specifically, the current "comic book renissance)? Can you give us some details as to what you've liked and haven't?



Thanks man. Good luck with the film... I'm very excited!


Jon Favreau:


1. In between.
2. Something like that. Usually CG.
3. It was either that or the Wasp. No. I'm kidding. It was always about IM.
4. I see them all with my son. I like about half. I'll leave it to your imagination which half, but I'm guessing it's the same half you like.


Posted: May 10, 2006 7:40 PM

Iron DanWrote:
Jon,





Thank you for taking the time to create this blog as well as taking the time to be active in answering our questions.





1. Is Don Murphy still producing this movie?





2. Do you have an estimated budget yet and if so can you tell us what it is?





3. How do you pronounce your last name?:


A. "Farve" like the QB


B. "Favrow"


C. "Smith"





Thanks again for the blog, Jon, and good luck.


Jon Favreau:


1. Not that I'm aware.
2. No
3. B


Posted: May 10, 2006 7:42 PM

AndrewWrote:
Who do you have working on the designs and concepts?

Jon Favreau:

Someone you'll like.


More to come...

[echostation]

Word is Stan Winston is on board folks....

[Ironfan72]

Word is Stan Winston is on board folks....

If its true than thats huge, Stan I believe was the one who created the Green Goblin armor, he is very hard to get these days.

[Advanced Dark]

Stan is classic and I hope when he's gone he has a great replacement for the industry that he's trained.

[deathshead2]

If its true than thats huge, Stan I believe was the one who created the Green Goblin armor, he is very hard to get these days.well thats good they worked together on zatura.

[Advanced Dark]

I'll just ask him now.

Ok done.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 12, 2006 1:00 PM

anthonyWrote:
Jon,

Congrats on getting IM.

There is alot of talk comparing Ironman to Batman. How do you plan to make IM destinctive?



Jon Favreau:


Bruce Wayne is pretending to be a suave, womanizing millionaire as a front to protect his identity. Tony Stark really IS a suave, womanizing millionaire.

Lots more to come probably tonight. :)

[echostation]

did u ask him about Winston?

[ultimatefan]

Great stuff. Favreau really seems to have a good grip of the material. I´ll agree with him that CG actually tends to land itself better to technology stuff than it does to organic/live things.

[Advanced Dark]

^ Yes I asked about Winston. He responds at odd hours. Sometimes late at night. I haven't linked him to this thread yet but I will when it's at 10 pages.

[RAMORE]

great stuff i'm gonna have to go on their and ask some questions myself:up:

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 15, 2006 10:59 AM

ZebWrote:
I have a couple of questions.



Would you ever consider Mandarin for an Iron Man sequal?



Will there only be one villain in the movie or more than one?



Will we get to see some form of his classic original gray clunky suit?


Jon Favreau:

1. If we use Mandarin, it would not be "Mandarin the magical Asian mystic who found a flying saucer."
2. Not sure yet.
3. Yes


Posted: May 15, 2006 11:06 AM

Ben CunWrote:
Hello,



1. I was watching the 1st Season of Dinner for Five yesterday (I live in England so that **** was hard to come by) and you were saying how you and Vince Vaughn have very similar sensibilities, will you be collaborating with him at all on this project? Do you chat to him much? I'm a big Swingers fan, so my dream is that you'll one day collaborate again. Sorry, Iron Man...



2. That was 2 questions before wasn't it,



3. Pierce Brosnan for Tony Stark? I started a seperate topic on this one, just wondered what you thought, if you're allowed to say



4. What do you think of The Ultimates Iron Man costume? Tony made one for the Black Widow, which was pretty cool too.



5. And what do you think of The Ultimates? if anything. I'm always interested to hear opinions on it. I avoided the whole strand for ages cos I thought it was a bad idea or something, but then Mark Millar wrote Ultimates 2 and that ****'s too good to ignore.



Thanks for you time. You're so ****in' money and you don't even know it. Maybe you do? I dunno.



Jon Favreau:



1. We do chat quite often. I did a role in his new film The Break-Up.
3. Don't know yet. We have had no formal casting discussions yet. We will wait for a script. You can't really approach anyone about doing a film without a script.
4. I like the Granov one better. I do like a lot of the details though. More robotic.
5. I prefer the traditional stories. They're so different, it's hard to incorporate both.


Posted: May 15, 2006 11:11 AM

RichWrote:
Jon, one thing that can cause problems in superhero movies is when you can't see the hero's face. You lose the expressions. This was evident in Spiderman with the Goblin. Dr. Doom was a little troublesome, also.



In Spiderman 2, they made an effort to get Tobey's mask ripped off a bunch and they seemed to do that in Batman Begins also.



I'm just afraid ol' Shellhead will be just that, a shell.



Any thoughts to altering the facemask or helmet? Maybe something that would disguise his features but allow for detail of some kind?


Jon Favreau:

You've identified an issue that I also feel is extremely important to address. I have some ideas about how to overcome the "Power Rangers" issue without sacrificing the traditional look of the character and costume. I don't think it wise to go into these ideas which are pure specultion at this point. Know that we share the same concerns

Posted: May 15, 2006 11:13 AM

bill(y)Wrote:
god, just checked out adi granov's myspace page. i've always been a big fan of his stuff.



is he gonna be involved with iron man?



Jon Favreau:

I'm a fan as well. I think you will be pleased in the direction we are going.


Posted: May 15, 2006 11:22 AM

BryanWrote:
How have you considered how the public (the public portrayed in your movie) would react to a completely iron-clad hero (without knowing his identity or him having recognizable facial features)? Might I suggest (even knowing how ridiculous) Verhoeven's "Robocop"? I probably can't, though it was fun and serious at the same time.


Jon Favreau:

If you check out previous interviews you will see that I too see an opportunity to incorporate a Robocop influence in Iron Man. I don't think that Verhoeven's tone, however, would serve this material as well. Remember, IM is not patrolling the streets of the future disarming muggers. IM is set today in a more geopolitcal landscape. We have to find the proper tone which is appropriate to the story we are telling.

Posted: May 15, 2006 11:25 AM

SeanWrote:
Stupid spell check.

I meant the other facial hair that isn't a beard.

Will he have that?


Jon Favreau:




Don't know yet. It depends on who we cast and what looks better. If we could pull off the Errol Flynn moustache without looking like John Waters, it would be great. I suspect the Van Dyke is more likely at the end of the day.




Posted: May 15, 2006 11:35 AM

adrianWrote:
Mr. Favreau thanks for being so humble and kind to all (even the crazy/looney ones) fanboys.


1. Could you please read my opponion on how the story could be (located on Jon's story suggestion). Tried putting a few of the other fans ideas into it with a little Tom Claney style, modern day Popular Science tools and tone. Note spelling and grammar are NOT my strengths!LOL


2. If you like the direction of the story? Maybe a start?


THANKS AGAIN for just listening and the fans know IM will no doubt kick @ss, good luck!!!


Yeah, Nice mustache and goatie! Dude you could play Tony Stark if you slim down a wee bit.


Jon Favreau:


I gotta be honest, that whole "Story Suggestions" thread is getting a little dense. It's getting tough to even skim it. I am impressed with how much thoughtful and specific input the fans have, but right now I'm trying to break the story with my producers and writers. The suggestions from the thread are usually much too specific to integrate in the process. It started with stuff like "I'd like to see an origin story, " or "you should set it in the Persian Gulf." It somehow grew into shot suggestions and plot outlines. I'm happy to see that my instincts and those of the fans tend to line up more often than not but, don't misunderstand, this isn't an internet story contest. The thread was created to keep all those posts in one area so that you could all compare your thoughts.



More to come...

[echostation]

cool thanks... no news about Winston yet eh?

[Advanced Dark]

He skipped over those. I think he was working backwards. I'll check now.

[echostation]

cool... it's either that or he's purposely avoiding the question ;) i wonder which it'll be :)

[dpm07]

This is a really great thread. Thanks for putting it together, Advanced Dark. :up:

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 9, 2006 5:49 PM

Instant KarmaWrote:
1) Will we only be seeing one Ironman suit in the movie or a variety of them? Will the suit go through an evolution during the movie or is that for sequels?



2) Are we going to see the Sentient Armor at all, or maybe allude to it?



3) Steady love interest or is Stark a total pussy-hound?



4) Jon Favs as Happy Hogan?


Jon Favreau:


1. We plan on more than one look.
2. You want it all in the first movie?
3. Read the books. What do you think?
4. I better start working out. I look more like Foggy right now.



Posted: May 9, 2006 5:54 PM

JoshWrote:
Did doing Zathura make you want to do more action/sci-fi movies?



Will you shoot green screen or on real sets?



josh

Jon Favreau:


1. Yes
2. A combo, most likely.


Posted: May 9, 2006 5:53 PM

AndrewWrote:
Would you prefer a well known actor or an unknown for IM?


Jon Favreau:

Still discussing it. Not sure yet. There are a lot of good well known actors. We are by no means required to use a star to get this movie made. We'll do what's best for the film.


Posted: May 15, 2006 5:21 PM

SIDEWORK - The Comic BookWrote:
Hey Jon-



1.) Are you gonna be attending the San Diego Comic-Con in a couple months to get the PR ball rolling on the Iron Man film?



2.) I don't have another question, it just seems you're more apt to respond to questions that are numbered.


Jon Favreau:

1. I just might.
2. Really?


Posted: May 15, 2006 5:25 PM

MatterWrote:
hi jon



my main question i guess i have is, is this movie going to be a strict Ironman movie or are we going to see the Avengers make an apperance as well? Also are you planning on using a lot of CGA, and it's only my personal view, but i really think peple over the years have gotten to CGA happy, hi the Incredible hulk?? I think some of the best done movies out there are the one that took the time to use actual props and costumes and then used CGA only when needed, ex. Spiderman and X-men.


Jon Favreau:

1. Just Iron Man. No Avengers. Perhaps someday.
2. I agree that CGA(CGI?) is overused. It's funny that you give Spiderman as an example of a film that showed proper restraint in its use of CGI. It has more CG than any film I could think of.

Posted: May 15, 2006 5:27 PM

MatterWrote:
one more quikie, before i have to goto meet with my scene partner

are we looking at doing this movie from the "first suspense" comic book where ironman made his first appearance?



Jon Favreau:

Yes. We will tell the origin story that keeps with the Tales of Suspense mythology. I prefer, however, the Extremis flashback's take on it.



Posted: May 15, 2006 5:30 PM

TerminalHamsterWrote:
Are you planning on the suit being a weapon primarily?



I mean in the real world you hear of two different kinds of powered suit in development, performance enhancers for soldiers and suits to aid the sick/disabled.



Ironman was kinda both.



How do you see the suit? Weapon with medical abilities?, medical aid with defensive abilities?



Jon Favreau:


A weapon system with medical abilities



Posted: May 15, 2006 5:32 PM

KennethWrote:
Hey Jon,



First, thank you so much for responding to the fans questions, you may have noticed how passoniate we Iron Man fans are and its a pleasure to see you reach out and interact with the fans.



My first question, is that its great that your a Adi Granov fan, do you see yourself using his armor design in the movie?



My second question is in regards to the armor and actor, I realize you may have answered this question already, as a fan I don't want a half mask or some plot device that forces Stark to lose his face plate during the climatic battle, revealing his secret identity, do you have any ideas how you will show the actors emotion even with the helmet on during these fights?





Thanks again


Jon Favreau:




Don't worry. I get it. Yes to Adi, no to the Judge Dredd mask syndrome.


Posted: May 16, 2006 9:17 AM

CodyWrote:
Hi, Jon



1) As a director in general do you prefer shooting digital or film?



2) In terms of Iron Man will there be any reference to the other Marvel films like the newspaper being called the Daily Bugle or something of that sort?





Thanks allot, hearing that you are directing Iron Man has been some of the best movie news I've heard in a long while.


Jon Favreau:

1. I just shot using the Genesis and I prefer it to film. We'll see omn this one. Don't know yet.
2. Hopefully nothing that trivializes the story. Then again, maybe Foggy will represent him in court.


Posted: May 16, 2006 9:21 AM

?Question of Heaven?Wrote:
1)what age range are u gonna be looking for when casting stark? u want the fresh pretty boy, or the hardened pretty boy 30-40 man?
2)with a most likely PG13 rating, how much of stark's drinking and other less than heroic characteristics will be shown? For example, we lossed druggie harry osborn in spidey 2 and only got him sipping 1 drink and acting drunk, and he was the villian in a sense. will we see the hero drink? Ironman's faults make him the man, the sit makes him iron.


Jon Favreau:


1. Over thirty, I suspect.
2. Alcoholism didn't play a huge role until later in his career and should not become too much of a factor in the first film. This has nothing to do with the rating.


Posted: May 16, 2006 9:30 AM

MikeWrote:
Jon





1) In more than one word, how big of an Iron Man fan are you? (Myself would be: read IM since age 8, own every issue, favorite comic character next to Batman. Have a Iron Man replica in my house...no I don't wear it.)





2) Do you plan to use the Extremis armor in all its glory: the armor fused with Tony's body (gold layer stored in hollows of his bones, control of armor tied into his nervous system, etc.) with him connected to the world's computer/communication systems? Or are you interested in it only because of the way it looks? Or will you save such a progression for the sequel?





3)Does your ability, as a director, to work comfortably with an actor determine the chance that actor has to get the part? i.e. I would think working with Ron Livingston would be more comforatble than Tom Cruise for you.








4) Off IM, I'm a huge fan of Dinner for Five. Do you take requests from fans on your guests?





Thanks!





Jon Favreau:




1. Honestly, I wasn't that big of a fan. I loved him as an Avengers fan younger. I was more of a Hulk/Wolverine guy. I don't know what that says about me as a kid. I have been doing twenty years of catching up and he's really growing on me. I think his character/flaws are more suited for an adult reader. Kids like his toys. Adults like who he is and what he's dealing with. I'm glad his is the story I will tell.

2. I love the look, though the biological element takes away from the suit's original conceit. It begins to verge on Tony being superhuman. I will use the more tradional approach. No Extremis serum.

3. No. All things being equal, though, I prefer working with a friend. If I like the guy I'm more likely to cast him. Life's too short t work with difficult people.

4. There's a Dinner For Five group where you can post suggestions.

More still to come...

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 16, 2006 9:34 AM

Ben CunWrote:
Hi Jon,



You answered my questions yesterday and for that I'm very grateful. It warmed my heart.



Anyway, I have some more and if I'm being greedy then tell me to go away. Or say nothing.



1. Have you thought about the soundtrack at all, I guess it's difficult without a script, but are you thinking Spiderman, Batman style atmospheric stuff? Or rock (bit of a cliche now isn't it)? Or a collection of songs that you're familiar with?



I personally think you should use the Swingers soundtrack for every one of your films. Iron Man blowing **** up to the sounds of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy would be genius!



And please don't use Evanescence.



2. How much control do you actually have on this project. I mean, I've seen people mailing you with recommendations for effects companys and stuff. Do you actually choose this stuff? I guess it depends on the studio and the producers and stuff.



3. On the day you found out you were the Iron "Man" did you sleep well or badly?



4. You were the best thing about Daredevil. Even though Foggy's dead, would you consider helming a sequel if you were offered it? Matt Murdock's such a great character.



5. Money or Monet? Think about it.



Love



Ben


Jon Favreau:


1. That's the last thing you decide. Probably a combo.
2. The producers and I decide that stuff together. It's as much control as you can hope for.
3. Well. I finally knew what my life would be like for the next two years after six months of maybes on John Carter of Mars.
4. No.
5. Money.

more still...

[Rac]

This stuff is great. I just hope people wont grill him like Zak Penn and Simon Kinberg about X3 (though those people deserve it if X3 really is as bad as it looks like).

[Advanced Dark]

I'm been throwing little jabs at him here and there to please take Ben Affleck out of his mind...completely. I know he's friends with the guy so I'm being nice about it. LOL

Just asked him the Stan Winston question again.

[echostation]

bam, if he's avoiding that question, my scoop could be on the money :)

[Ironfan72]

I love his answers, he's very honest and understanding and patient with the fans, just hope I didn't irriate him with the face plate question, I'm sure he's been getting alot of crap about not having Tony's faceplate fall off during the fights,lol.

[TheVileOne]

I totally agree with Favreau about the alcoholism thing. I wish the morons on the group would get over the alcoholism and realize that its not part of the origin story.

Demon In A Bottle isn't a story that happened until years later. You don't cram alcholism into the first movie.

[Advanced Dark]

^ I'll leave the origin story up to those who know. I have no clue about Iron Man's origin or who's the right villain.

Oh and don't worry I won't give up on the Winston question. :)

[Ironman24]

Got to give him major props, he answers them all, I like the fact that he's a fan of the Extremis armor, one of my favorites, he will be staying fairly true to the origin, which is nice.

[IronMan_2005]

I'm been throwing little jabs at him here and there to please take Ben Affleck out of his mind...completely. I know he's friends with the guy so I'm being nice about it. LOL

Just asked him the Stan Winston question again.

He said he wanted Ben Affleck as Stark? But he was already Daredevil

http://www.poker-pro.com/ben%20affleck%20page.jpg

Affleck could've worked as Tony Stark, he has the whole "tall, dark handsome" thing going, but too bad he already played Daredevil.

[Ironman24]

He said he wanted Ben Affleck as Stark? But he was already Daredevil

http://www.poker-pro.com/ben%20affleck%20page.jpg

Affleck could've worked as Tony Stark, he has the whole "tall, dark handsome" thing going, but too bad he already played Daredevil.

I agree, he would have worked before Daredevil, but now audiences are going to see him and say, "isn't he that guy from daredevil?",which would take away from him playing Stark.
It was ok, when Rebecca Roman Stamos did it for X-Men and Punisher, she was in make up on X-Men, so audiences who didn't put two and two together and accepted it,don't think they would do the same for Affleck.

[Advanced Dark]

^ No he never mentioned Affleck but the new picture on his forum shows an Iron Man image that looks like Affleck. LOL I was just being pre-emptive

[Rac]

No, no! Not Affleck as Stark! (Cruise is no-no too.)

[InkSlinger]

^ I'll leave the origin story up to those who know. I have no clue about Iron Man's origin or who's the right villain.

Oh and don't worry I won't give up on the Winston question. :)


From what I remember (and I had an original copy that my MOM threw out!) Tony was in a POW camp circa Korean War and was being held for ransom or as a war criminal, being a weapons manufacturer etc., by a Korean/Cambodian POW Camp Commandant. He had shrapnel wounds from a land mine explosion which was probably how they got him. One of his fellow prisoners was an Asian scientist who was a war dissenter of that particular gov't. He was a genius and helped Stark built the chest plate to save his life. In the process, they secretly built it into a full fledged suit of armor and weapon that would help them escape. Because of the primitive POW camp facilities, the Iron-Man armor looked more like a medival boiler than the sophisticated red and gold suit that eventually came out. Of course, in the escape, the Asian scientist got killed and Tony destroyed the camp while setting the other prisoners free. He had roller skates, no repulser powered rocket boots. (So much for 40 year old memories.)
I'm sure there was a reprint of the origin somewhere when Iron-Man was in Amazing Stories, or whatever that title was. There was no Mandarin or any other super villian. Just plain old Sino-American political/industrial greed at work.
It worked because it was as close to real as you could get.
I'd like to see something like this for the origin.
THEN come out with the baddest kick-ass super-sophisticated high-tech armor that imagination and CGI can come up with.
I'd rather have Affleck than Cruise.
Personally, I think an unknown would be better.
No expectations, no disappointments.
KnowwhutImean?

[echostation]

Mathew Fox!

And my personal favorite actors for the role are EION BAILEY... THIS GUY HAS TONY STARK WRITTEN ALL OVER HIM:

http://img78.photobucket.com/albums/v325/baileysupes/ebailey04.jpg
http://www.hbo.com/films/panchovilla/img/castandcrew/506x315_elon_bailey.jpg
http://dvdtoile.com/ARTISTES/7/7047.jpg

or Anson Mount!

http://images.easyart.com/i/prints/rw/lg/2/3/Celebrity-Image-Anson-Mount-230820.jpg

[RAMORE]

not to both of those.

[Advanced Dark]

C'mon guys put the casting stuff in the casting thread so the Q & A doesn't get all cluttered. Here's some more:

Posted: May 18, 2006 3:42 PM

CaryWrote:
Jon,

First of all, congratulations on being named the "Iron Man" director. I'm absolutely thrilled to know someone who has been involved in super hero films is directing and developing the script of a character whose story longs to be a feature film. Your role as Foggy Nelson in "Daredevil" was well done; Nelson's relationship with Matt Murdock was as close-knit and as strained as the best comics stories.



Here's my question. I am a newspaper reporter who writes a twice-monthly comic book column and does as many super hero-related A&E features as my editors will allow. It would be an honor (and a fanboy's dream) to interview you about your plans about "Iron Man" and your experience filming "Daredevil." We may do this by phone or e-mail. Would you be willing to do this? If so, please send me a personal e-mail.



Sincerely, Cary


Jon Favreau:


If you don't want to go thru traditional PR channels, your best bet is to ask the questions right here.


Posted: May 18, 2006 3:53 PM

BernardWrote:
Jon, plain and simple (that seems to guarantee an answer), how do you avoid the Green Goblin factor? That is, how do you bring 'character' to a static mask?



Masked superheroes are always gonna be a problem on screen.. some characters are all 'in the mask', like Spider-Man, but I'm not sure Iron Man falls into this category. Talking, exposition, reactions.. all become major hurdles. Any thoughts?


Jon Favreau:


We are concerned about this as well. Don't worry. We're on it. And don't worry about the tradional look of the mask. He's going to be Iron Man. We've got some ideas about how to convey expression without compromising the look. That's all I can really say right now.

He's online right now guys these are fresh:

Posted: May 18, 2006 4:00 PM

ZebWrote:
If the Daredevil sequal ever gets made, are you going to be reprising your role of Foggy Nelson?


Jon Favreau:

They already did. It was called Elektra. No Foggy. I heard Foggy served as Starks lawyer, though. Could be interesting...

Posted: May 18, 2006 4:01 PM

CarlWrote:
Is Jim Rhoades still going to be Tony's best friend in the storyline? I remember that was his best friend in the comic book series.




Jon Favreau:


Yep.


Posted: May 18, 2006 4:03 PM

KennethWrote:
I do have a question, imdb.com has Odeb Fehr listed as in talks to star in Iron Man, its on the casting section of both Iron Man and his imdb page, is there any turth to that, imdb isn't known to be very accurate and you have said you haven't thought much about casting until the script is done, but they got it somewhere, just asking.


Jon Favreau:


There is no truth to this rumor that I am aware of.

[RAMORE]

Sweet. Ask him if the suit will be traditional colors or variants or completely new. Also ask him if tony will have an eye on a political position in the movie like recently in the comics.

[Advanced Dark]

^ He's arleady said it'll be the Iron Man we know when asked that question. Regarding politics I'll ask. He's way behind or avoiding some questions. LOL

[echostation]

That means my scoop is most likely right ;)

[Advanced Dark]

Ok finally he answered me on Stan Winston and more...

Posted: May 19, 2006 9:07 AM

Ben CunWrote:
Hi Jon. You're a good man answering all these fan questions. Here are some more...



1. You might not be able to answer this one yet, but how big is Iron Man going to be? I mean, in the comics, with his suit on, he seems to be about the size of a normal fella. Is he gonna be like Robocop human size? Or like The Hulk?



2. Was this a project you've had your eye on for some time or is it an opportunity that came along and you couldn't resist?



3. And off the back of that last question, were you hand picked for the project? Do you know if had competition?



4. If you could choose the superpower of a horrendous, numbing stench or a blinding sun-like penis, which would you choose?





Ben

Jon Favreau:


1. normal fella
2. We talked about it for a while.
3. They approached me.
4. Could I turn the penis off, or is it like Cyclops where I would need to wear some sort of visor over it?


Posted: May 19, 2006 9:09 AM

MikeWrote:
Jon



Simple question: Lots of flying, especially in the fight scenes?



(Crosses fingers...)


Jon Favreau:

There will be plenty of flying. Was that question really a nail-biter?

Posted: May 19, 2006 9:10 AM

RobertWrote:
Hi Jon im glad u r doing ironman and its cool u take the time to talk to us fans I know u will do him justice



just a couple of things





1) since u have already hinted that it will b like the origin story from the comics will this b set around the middle east conflict (obviously to modenise it).



2) u said u like working with friends so I was wandering if u thought of Ben Affleck 2 play stark coz I hope u dont, he is already daredevil and ive always thought of the heros from the movies existing in the same medium it would confuse the audience and anoy the fans if he was both murdock and stark (I apoligise if i have it all wrong).



3) will ironman have his repulser technology



Jon Favreau:


1. Yes
2. Ben is Daredevil
3. Yes



Posted: May 19, 2006 9:15 AM

SteverWrote:
Mr.Favreau First and foremost thank you for taking time with the fans and asking their opinions on the movie.I believe this is something that will really allow fans to connect more with this movie then any other.



Marvel slates Iron Man to be out for 2008. My questions are

1) How long do you plan to be referring to the My Space boards? Or if you prefer What is your deadline for taking on suggestions?



2) With the ohh so many boards on who the fans would like to see playing the lead role, Have you narrowed down you choice some what?



3) Have you approached any of your choices on if they would be interested?



4) With the Transformers coming out soon also Do you thing you will be using some of their technical CGI stuff for your film?



Thank you for your time and this Interactive Q&A


Jon Favreau:



1. There is no deadline. It's not a contest. I click around the group whenever I have some free time. I mostly just read and answer questions, but I also skim other sections. It's very informal.
2. We keep a long list, but until we have a script, we don't really have anything to base a decision on.
3. No
4. I will definitely check it out.


Posted: May 19, 2006 9:18 AM

Advanced DarkWrote:
Hey Jon,



1) How much of a say do you have in the casting. Has Marvel given you pretty much free reign with the need for a nod of approval or are they also searching on their own and offering suggestions?



2) Stan Winston? Yes-No-No comment.



3) Are you making this film with a bigger storyline (Trilogy) in mind that would pass onto the eventual sequel(s) or is the plan to make this a close ended film like the James Bond films.



4) You mentioned earlier in these threads that you saw the new Ghost Rider teaser. How impressive was it? I know it's attached to X3 but us Ghost Rider fans are curious if you would give us a brief thought on it's quality and presentation.

Jon Favreau:

1. It's a very collaborative process
2. I was very happy with their work. No decisions have yet been made.
3. Closed ended
4. I was impressed. Very different tone for a Marvel movie. They definitely captured the surreal, supernatural quality of the books.

[Compi716]

What is this Extremis armor everybody keeps asking about? Any pictures of it?

[WallCrawl]

What is this Extremis armor everybody keeps asking about? Any pictures of it?

Like me, you've probably seen pictures of it before, but just didn't know what it was called. I googled it and came up with this:

http://www.sofos.com/adi/img/imad01.jpg

[Compi716]

^Oh, I see.

[ultimatefan]

I registered at myspace but I can´t post questions yet for a week, ****... If someone can be so kind as to post a question for me, I´d like to know...

1 - A big question for this movie is the mobility of the armor. In the comics, IM is a very agile character, but you gotta keep in mind he wears a metal armor... I mean, look at how clunky Batman moves in the first Tim Burton movie, and that was latex! Even with CGI, the movement may not look realistic. Have you given thought already on how to deal with this?

2. Do you plan to toy with the idea that, being such a tech fiend guy, Tony Stark may be as controlled by his machines as he controlls them?

[RAMORE]

Off the main page of the hype:

Jon Favreau on Iron Man
Source: MTV May 24, 2006

MTV talked to Iron Man director Jon Favreau, who gave some interesting quotes. Here are a few of them about the movie:

"It's the first movie Marvel is self-financing," he said of a new deal that frees the makers of the "Spider-Man" and "X-Men" movies from studio control. "We're set to come out in the summer of '08, and we'll start shooting in January."

"We're gonna have it take place in the present day, but there will be an origin story that has the old, gray Iron Man suit; eventually it will progress into more of the modern look," Favreau said. "That's the fun of doing the first one."

"The alcoholism doesn't come into play until later on in the story of Iron Man," he said. "[The comic] started off in the '60s, where it was about him as a successful manufacturer who developed this suit. Then, later, it spins off into that story about him fighting against himself. I think we're going to lay the groundwork for it, but the first one's going to explore him taking on this alter ego of Iron Man, and developing the suit, and what happens politically within the Stark Corporation."

Mentioning an eventual "Iron Man 2," Favreau said that actor playing Tony Stark for his franchise is unlikely to be a major star (Tom Cruise was briefly attached to the role years ago). Instead, the director hopes to announce his discovery of a relative unknown from the Brandon Routh ("Superman Returns") mold later this year.



Interesting sounds like he has an idea of who to cast already.

[Advanced Dark]

OK I'll try to catch up here:

Posted: May 22, 2006 2:22 PM

joshWrote:
Do you feel it is important to find the right actor who will be able to handle all of the different complexities of Tony Stark for this film and for future sequels?


Jon Favreau:

Yes


Posted: May 22, 2006 2:24 PM

joshWrote:
What movies are you watching to help you prepare for the film?

JOn Favreau:


Robocop, The Golem, Appleseed, Ghost in the Shell, Rocketeer, Batman Begins.


Posted: May 22, 2006 2:25 PM

RonWrote:
What are the possibilities of Stark getting injured while over at Iraq, kind of like a nod to him getting injured in Vietnam in the comic?


Jon Favreau:

Afghanistan, most likely.


Posted: May 22, 2006 2:27 PM

Iron DanWrote:
Jon,



You've recently debunked the Internet Movie Database rumor that Oded Fehr is in talks to play Stark. IMDB also lists John Debney as the composer and Dan Lebental as editor. So....



1. Is Debney doing the IM score?

2. Will Lebental be doing the editing?




JOn Favreau:



Neither are attached. (Not to say they won't be.)


Posted: May 23, 2006 11:50 AM

Karma... not so instant Wrote:
1) Will the world know that Tony Stark is Ironman (ala Ultimates) or does he have a secret identity like the main marvel comics (up until recent years anyway)?




Jon Favreau:



Secret

Posted: May 25, 2006 9:19 AM

CaryWrote:
Jon,



Reporter Cary Ashby here again with the Norwalk Reflector. Having read your response to my original posting for an interview, I thought I'd go ahead and post them here. Please know I have the right to paraphprase you or quote you directly within the context of the story and the question itself.







First of all, do I have your permission to use your feedback to other fans in my story?







A) How specifically did you become involved in "Iron Man?" You told MTV Ari Arad "approached (you) to work on this."



AA) Why do you think Arad picked you over other directors?



B) How much of a fan are you of the Iron Man character?



BB) How much will that influence/impact your vision for the film?



C) What can fans expect? â a serious, dramatic "Batman Begins" style or a lighter film with dramatic moments such as the "Spider-Man" series?



D) Do you plan on "pulling a Alfred Hitchcock or Stan Lee" and make a cameo in "Iron Man?" Why or why not?







Back to your experience in "Daredevil."



D) Many critics have gone out of their way to dump on the film, calling it a dud. What was your honest opinion about it once you saw it?



DD) Did you prefer the theatrical version or the director's cut? Why?



E) How much research did you do for Franklin "Foggy" Nelson?



EE) What approach did you take to the character?



F) What chemistry did you see between Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner while filming?



G) Any plans to work with Affleck again?







Thanks for being so open and (hopefully) willing to be interviewed.




Jon Favreau:



You have my permission.
A) Avi and I have discussed collaborating since I met him on Daredevil. I had always asked him about the progress of the Captain America franchise, which had been tied up in rights issues. When all of the rights for the Marvel characters reverted back to the new Marvel Studios, he brought me in for a meeting to discuss Iron Man.
AA) I think my body of work probably reflects a sensibilty which was in line with the direction he'd like to see Marvel films go now that they have complete autonomy.
B) I was familiar with him, though not a "fan" until recently.
BB) I believe in staying true to source material whenever possible.
C) The scope is geopolitical as opposed to Spidey/Batman/Daredevil crimefighter/vigilante. The tone will land somewhere between Nolan's Batman and Raimi's Spiderman. The world will be less comic book and more real than either of those two. Somewhere between Tom Clancey and James Bond, if that makes any sense.
D) Don't know yet.
DD) I liked the director's cut better.
E) I read the first issue featuring "Fun loving Foggy Nelson." I had Stan sign it, even though it dropped in value as a result. I have it framed despite the fact that he spelled my name wrong.
EE) For Foggy? I tried to mess with Ben and lighten up the movie. Isn't that what "fun loving" guys do?
F) She had a crush on him. Look at the Dinner For Five episode we shot while filming. It's on the DVD. Look at how she looks at him.
G) He would have to beat me at poker first, which he has yet to do. Watch the WPT Hollywood Home Game that we shot a few years back. All kidding aside, I really like the guy and would work with him again, though we have no plans to do so at this time.


Posted: May 25, 2006 9:23 AM

PyreWrote:
Hi Jon



How dark or brooding do you want Tony Stark to be?



Jon Favreau:


Not at all. Just because someone's dealing with serious issues doesn't mean they have to brood. Brooding is very adolescent, in my opinion. Stark has other ways of acting out his inner turmoil. I believe it's why he's such a drinker and a playboy and a workaholic. That's what the books suggest, at least.


Posted: May 26, 2006 10:38 AM

Stephen Eli HarrisWrote:
... which brings me to my question; Are you still friends with MSJ and have you guys ever chatted about working together again? I'm sure you'll both have no time for such things now with your own projects but, I'm just curious.



Jon Favreau:


We're still friends. No talk recently of collaborating again. Perhaps a Foggy spin-off. If Elektra can get one, why not me?

Posted: May 26, 2006 10:41 AM

"Is there a Docta in the House?!"Wrote:

"Is there a Docta in the House?!"Wrote:
1) Do you have specific ideas of how to emphasize the beauty, marvel, and dream of human flight, differently than other films? (Have you ever wished you could fly?)

2) Do you have any ideas for a composer? (Is that even your job?) ... Might I suggest Michael Giacchino? He's the next "John Williams" to me.

3) Concerning the costume, a) do you think you could make Adi Granov's costume look a little more comfortable looking? ...Especially at and below the waist? b)How easy would(n't) it be to give IronMan's helmet eye "shutters" so he can show emotion with his eyes?

4) Here's the "throwaway" question. On a scale of 1-11 ("one louder"), how fun/difficult is it to work on a superhero flick (as a director)? Any regrets?

Peace,
Kyle




Edited for length...



Jon Favreau:


1) No(yes)
2) Yes, though no decisions have been made.
3) a)yes b)I've got some ideas we're exploring with artists related to this.
4) 10



Posted: May 28, 2006 2:16 PM

Saint of SandWrote:
Hi Jon, have always enjoyed your work since I hopped on board with Swingers (although I did choose to go see 'Grosse Pointe Blank' before it in the cinema, well we were with a few ladies, and I stand by my choice due to the outcome).



Anyway,



The blog is showing that definite directions have been formed by you concerning the film. The visual look (you love Adi Granov, but hey, who doesn't?), the approach (reality based believability) and story (original Iron Man origin set in Afghanistan and Stark Enterprises facing internal struggles) of the film have already been strongly hinted at, from the quick glimpses we're getting there the production is well on track and moving fast. So a few questions:



1) Have you drawn a line yet as to how much information you are going to grant us? Will it be E! Entertainment presents 'Behind the scenes' , or maybe a 'end of the day' coffee video diary? I say keep us hungry, the ocasional smell of something meaty to keep us feral would be best.



2) Casting an unknown is a wise move, the most popular opinion shove on the group board has been the Tony Stark question. Are you going to do cast calls, or have you already got a 'list' of maybes?



3) Do you like the sound that two bodies of metal travelling at high speed make when they crash together ? Hell, I know I do.




1) Marvel been thru this before. I check with them before revealing too much here, They tend to be a little more theatrical in how they reveal big pieces of information. It seems to have served them well.
2) No real "list" yet. We have to get a great script topgether before anyone of note would respond to an offer. We don't even have a casting director yet.
3) Yes


Posted: May 28, 2006 2:25 PM

JonathanWrote:
Hey Jon - Good luck with bringing Iron Man to the big screen.





I've noticed a lot of people discussing CGI vs. costume for Iron Man and how that's going to work. I just want to know if you've seen the ghost rider trailer yet (or even been priviliged to see a rough cut of the film?) because they've gone the CGI route in that, and to mee the CGI skeleton sucks, it doesn't move properly, and I noticed you said you want to base this film in reality (as much as you can with a comic anyway) but you look at the poor CGI in ghost rider and you're totally jarred by it and that it makes you suddenly realise this isn't real.




CGI works, but only when you don't really notice it's CGI.



Saying that, the effects in the John Carpenter version of The Thing stand up even today, 25 years later, and none of that is CGI. You need to get Rob Botin on board!




Are you going to make sure you don't lose the story/film to the CGI?


Jon Favreau:


Although I've addressed this topic before, I think I should point out some important factors when determining the extent to which I will use CGI. First off, a man in a robotically enhanced metal suit lends itself quite well to the technology compared to an organic character. Second, the skill of the animators has a great deal of impact on the performance. Look at Kong. I certainly bought it. As did I buy Gollum. There is also the factor of if and how mo-cap is used. I cite Kong once again. I share your concern and resistance to CGI in the way it's been used in most films. By the same token, I don't think the technology used in Robocop would have the right effect either. A balance must be struck to tell this story well.

[Advanced Dark]

MORE...

Posted: May 28, 2006 2:29 PM

The TwinsWrote:
Here are my questions. :)



1) The unknown that you have in mind Jon, can you give us a bit more of how old he is? A little hint? ;)



2) Are you going to have Stark have a type of love interest in the film?



3) Will we see more really cool flying shots of Iron Man flying around in NYC?


Jon Favreau:


1) I never said I was casting an unknown. I am not required to cast a big name. There's a big difference.
2) Perhaps. Not sure yet. It certainly is not the crux of the story.
3) No. That's Spiderman. Ironman flies around the world.


Posted: May 28, 2006 2:29 PM

TerminalHamsterWrote:
Is the Armor gonna have a few...er...technical hiccups, mid fight?

Jon Favreau:


There will be a learning curve


Posted: May 28, 2006 2:33 PM

MikeWrote:
Sorry Jon I did get a bit sidetracked back there. I do have a couple of bonafide questions for you:



Is there a sense in your camp about the possibility of steering this movie into an Avengers direction? I think I can speak for a lot of fans out there who, while loving the characters individually, would go absolutely ape**** ecstatic at the thought of an Avengers movie. If this were done I'd expect the Cap movie to do likewise. It may seem like backwards continuity, but wouldn't that be something if an Iron Man and Cap movie were set-ups for an even bigger movie experience? If I had Avi Arad's attention I know I'd mention it.



Secondly, being involved with these big budget affairs is a huge investment of your time. Are you preparing yourself like a Sam Raimi? What I mean is, he really doesn't do anything else but Spidey. Will you take on the project and dive back in, or will you want to essentially cleanse the palate with something else?



Thanks again- Mike


Jon Favreau:

This movie is all about Iron Man. It should be noted, however, that Marvel will be in control of the film rights to all of the Avengers moving forward. The possibilities are endless.

I am buried in this project and am thinking forward. I would like to get John Carter made too, but this franchise will be my baby.


Posted: May 28, 2006 2:35 PM

Mike Smash!!!Wrote:
What age range are you shooting for? I think in the comics Tony comes off as being in his mid to late thirties... are you going to try and cast someone younger, perhaps in their twenties, to be more 'relatable' to a younger superhero viewing audience?


Jon Favreau:

Twenties seems a bit too young. Iron Man is one of the few superheroes who doesn't require young casting. Why not take advantage of that luxury?



Posted: May 28, 2006 8:00 PM

Hello, My Name is MikeWrote:
Hey Jon

i'll make this quick...

first of all huge fan

i, ve been in love with swingers sice it came out



here thay are



1.Would you like the movie to be be 2 hours plus,

to develop story and make fans happy,

or are you more keen tho the shorter fast paced 100 minute style(ala X-MEN 3, though it was great)



2.Is New Line Still Backing the project or is it Paramount?



3.Will Tony's Alchol Problem Be In The Film?





Thats It Thanks Alot


Jon Favreau:

1. I would prefer under two hours
2. No. Marvel Studios is making it. Paramount is distributing.
3. It will not be the focus of the first film.

[Iron Man™]

Ironman flies around the world. -Jon Favreau

Hell ****ing yeah!!! :mad::up:

[RAMORE]

someone should point out to him that the hype reported he had a specific unknown in mind cause he's acting like he never said that so somebody is lying. Still think it's gonna be great though.

[Advanced Dark]

^ Post the link here. Also he just stated that he not likely to cast an unknown...just not a super-star. Actually I would call Vince Vaughn a complete unknown in the action film genre.

[RAMORE]

it was on the main page of the hype sometime this month.

[RAMORE]

Really Vaughn? i hope not. or are you just saying unknown like that?

[Advanced Dark]

No no I was just making a suggestion but I'm sure he'll get a shot at it if the script fits.

[Lone Wolf]

it was on the main page of the hype sometime this month.

It was a bit misinterpreted. He just doesn't want that much of a big name for the role of Stark, like Leonardo Dicaprio or George Clooney. Not necessarily a flat out unknown...

[Advanced Dark]

^ To me he should just avoid big personalities. Leo doesn't fit that mold.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 30, 2006 4:19 PM

CaryWrote:
Jon,


Cary here again with some follow-up questions to our interview. You answered "I don't know yet" to two questions that I labeled as question D. And I really wanted to get your feedback on your thoughts on "Daredevil." Let's try this again!





1) Do you plan on "pulling a Alfred Hitchcock or Stan Lee" and make a cameo in "Iron Man?" Why or why not?





Back to your experience in "Daredevil."





2) Many critics have gone out of their way to dump on the film, calling it a dud. What was your honest opinion about it once you saw it?





3) A clarification: You mentioned wanting to make "Iron Man" a "geopolitical" film. Please give me concise working definition (that most newspaper readers would understand easily) for that term.





Many thanks!

Jon Favreau:


1) Don't know yet. Probably not. I don't want to take people out of the movie. This one has got to play a bit more real than most comic ficks.
2) I like the Director's cut better, because my stuff is in it. It is really tough to be objective about a movie you worked on. I will say that my tastes lie in effects that play a bit more real and less awesome. MSJ likes a bigger "wow factor" than I do when I make movies. Neither way is right, it's more a matter of taste.
3) I want the film to play on a global level dealing with governments and politics. This is in contrast to Spiderman or Daredevil which deals with vigilantes fighting violent crime on a local level. James Bond, MI-3 and Bourne Identity would be the scope I am talking about. Does that help?

Posted: May 30, 2006 4:22 PM

BrianWrote:
Jon,





You have expressed concerns over facial expression several times. Have you considered the idea of having Tony Stark utilize a remote control device for some of Iron Man's scenes?





This would solve several issues (Secret id, Actor expressions, actor screentime) without compromising the armor or the story. In terms of expressions, in the comics Iron Man's eye and mouth slits do change positions to express emotions. This is certainly creative license on part of the artist, as they always made the helmet seem static, but do you see any reason the CGI artists couldn't take the same liberties?


Jon Favreau:

I don't want to do anything that would betray the reality of the suit. A remote controlled suit seems a bit high tech for the first film. A helmet built with the goal of conveying emotions also seems a bit implausible.

Posted: May 30, 2006 4:22 PM

Green LanternWrote:
If your going to do a sequel will you introduce War Machine?

Jon Favreau:


Wouldn't you?



Posted: May 30, 2006 4:24 PM

PaulWrote:
Congratulations on the Iron Man gig, I know that you'll succeed in making a great movie. Here are a few questions that I would be honoured if you answered.



1) Will the overall tone of the movie be dark, light, or a combination of both -- kind of a la Spider-man?



2) Couldn't you settle the static helmet problem with an in helmet cam that you could cut to at key moments?



3) What other superhero projects would you be interested in getting involved with if the opportunity arose?



4) Will Iron Man use repulsar rays or something a little more primative to start off with?



Thanks.


Jon Favreau:

1) See FAQ thread
2) You're getting warmer...
3) Groo
4) Repulsor technology is a big part of the script.

Posted: May 30, 2006 4:25 PM

ChristopherWrote:
Mr. Favreau,



Is there any chance Iron Man will be made for Imax? Maybe even 3D Imax?

I heard its been done for Superman Returns but I can honestly say I'd rather see it done for Iron Man.

Jon Favreau:


Haven't yet discussed. I will ask the producers.




More to come...

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: May 30, 2006 4:26 PM

Advanced DarkWrote:
If you haven't seen it you could surprisingly get some great idea's from "Grizzly Man". All the trial and errors with the Grizzly suit were just hilarious.


Jon Favreau:

Did we see the same movie? I was horrified.

Whatever Jon. LMAO

[RAMORE]

funny stuff. this might be the best adapted and highest overall grossing comic movie to date!:up::up: That's of course excluding the big 3 of Superman Spiderman and Batman;)

[InkSlinger]

This sounds like a movie to look forward to.
I'm still concerned about one thing with any iteration of the armor.
The joint where the upper leg meets the trunk.
In the original grey/iron suit, he moved like the Tin Man (except he won't have silver painted pants on underneath) and that will probably be the easiest Iron Man suit to make. The later red and gold generations took a lot of liberties with how the suit articulated around the waist. While they were graphically a pleasure to see, they didn't really reflect any kind of reality.
He really doesn't have to be able to do any gymnastics while wearing this suit, so his lower leg movements don't have to be more than walking, bending knees and maybe sitting on something (Although he'd probably be better off leaning on something. It's iron/steel-not rubber. You'll have a similar problem with the elbows.
Anyways, I had a thought for an actor. Has anyone considered Kevin Klein?
At leats for the present day Tony. A younger similar looking actor would be needed for the origin flashbacks I guess. I'd like to see Michael Dorn as Rhodey. Same age bracket, so if they were old friends, it would work out.
I like Jon's approach. He's doing what any of us would do in his position.
So far, I haven't read anything he's written/said that makes me think this project will suck big wind.
I'd like to see him take on Captain America. From the '40's for the most part, ending with his Arctic plunge for the first movie.
I'm sorry to see so many people asking him the same questions over and over again.
Does anyone know when he's actually supposed to start filming this thing?

[TrailerMusic]

Hmm hes taking suggestions on Casting cool. I'll tell him later about an Actor from Show I think would make a good Iron Man

[Compi716]

Can somebody do me a favor and ask this question for me (and if it has already been answered, please direct me to the answer):


Will Iron Man be used as Tony Stark's body guard? Well, not necessarily used, but when asked, will IM say that he works for Stark?

Thanks.

[Kevin Roegele]

Hmm hes taking suggestions on Casting cool. I'll tell him later about an Actor from Show I think would make a good Iron Man

He's not really taking suggestions. The studio will decide who plays Iron Man. This is all just a campaign to get the fans behind the movie so they don't cause trouble later on.

[Advanced Dark]

Actually Jon has input as well. The studio will give him the nod if he really wants it. Like Del Toro got Ron Perlman when the studio wanted Vin Diesel for Hellboy. Things work out like that.

[Advanced Dark]

Regarding Avi's departure.

Posted: June 1, 2006 9:17 AM

SpartiatisWrote:
And what exactly do you think of it Jon? Will your work and the Iron Man movie benefit from this decision?


Jon Favreau:


It's good for the movie. He will be focusing all of his efforts on Iron Man. It's going to leave some big shoes to fill at Marvel, though. He had many responsibilities as an officer of a big corporation. All he has to worry about now is making movies.

More to come.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jun 1, 2006 7:35 PM

Ben CunWrote:

1. In terms of narrative are you looking at a linear Spiderman/Daredevil style story, or a more experimental non-linear beast like The Hulk?



2. You said you were a big Hulk fan, what did you think of the film? I thought it was classic Ang myself, ahead of it's time maybe.



3. At the moment, in the planning stages, do you work a 9am-5pm kind of day? Is that possible? Or are have you developed a speed-habit to keep up with the workload that's been dropped on yo ass? I would hope as a father (you being the father, not me) that it's a compromise between the two.



4. Billionaire weapons developer, not the most sympathetic character considering our current political climate?


I'm really looking forward to The Break Up. I hear your scenes with Mr Vaughn are quite something. Nice one.

Ben


Jon Favreau:


1. linear
2. Some parts were very cool. Not what I expected, though.
3. I have a good life that balances out very nicely. I'll do what i can to maintain that.
4. He is what he is. It's my job to make him accessible.


Posted: Jun 1, 2006 7:41 PM

ChuckWrote:
I am fully aware that Jon will "allude to" the alcohol problem in the 1st film and I'm challenging the rationale behind that decision. I worried that it's the same rationale that guided The Punisher to "burn" his victim with a popsicle during an interrogation session. I'm assuming it's because Marvel is afraid to venture outside of the parameters of a "family flick." I'm concerned if Iron Man's achilles heel (alcohol) isn't presented realistically, then the movie will be compromised. As you can see from The Punisher, you often don't get a 2nd chance if you don't put your best foot forward. I think taking a little "risk" in a film, making it edgy is the difference between a blockbuster, or another lackluster Marvel lackluster risk free production like Fantastic Four, or The Punisher. I'm most curious to hear JON'S response to this!

Jon Favreau:


I don't think that alcoholism is Tony's "Achilles heel" when he first creates the Iron Man alter-ego. I would think his heart injury plays more into his weakness than his drinking. Later, however, as the mantle of being Iron Man on the world stage hangs more heavily, the drinking will become more of an issue. I hope to leave the door open for this in my telling of the story.








Posted: Jun 1, 2006 7:43 PM

Brooks Says "HI!"Wrote:
Not sure if anyone else has mentioned it, but what about as a villain, we go with Fin Fang Foom? Any takers? Anyone?..... Hello? LOL


Jon Favreau;

I have not seen one visual interpretation that leaves the door open even a crack for a realistic movie version of this villian.




..
Posted: Jun 1, 2006 7:48 PM

LeviWrote:
Does X3 give you hope or dread about directing a Marvel Film?

Jon Favreau:

I know you have said that the script is still in the works, but are you leaning toward Tony fighting against an organization in the film or a single enemy?






The success of X3 gives me hope. The Marvel Universe sells movie tickets.

Hard to answer the second one at this time.?



Posted: Jun 1, 2006 7:50 PM

Captain FabulousWrote:
1) How far into the movie until he puts on the suit?

2) And is this going to be from an attempt on his life that he makes the suit, for life support?


JON Favreau:

1) Act 1
2) Life support.

more...

[ROB]

I still cant believe we r getting the origin story

[InkSlinger]

(Could someone ask Jon for me please)

Jon,
Will there be anything showing Tony as the wizard electronics/engineering genius he's supposed to be? Something that will make us believe he really does design this stuff himself and not a boiler-room of engineers like AT&T and Bell Systems had who didn't get the credit due them?

Also, how realistic will the suit's power source be?

Original suit was electrical with some amazingly long-life batteries for it's time. (I don't recall a power-generating gizmo.) He was always looking for places to recharge the suit.
The later suits were 'solar-powered' and I'm not sure what they're using now. Will you come up with some ultra futuristic power generation for the suit and an explanation for why it won't be used for public power generation?
Some kind of dig at the politics that keep us tied to oil/gas instead of solar/electrical (which could be an unlimited source of cheap electicity except...)?

And ...

These suits are notorious for their sweat factor. Any planned humor to show him fighting that? (Similar to Klinger running through MASH stripping off his fur and clothes screaming HOT! HOT! If you've ever worn a Batman Cowl and Costume you know what I mean.)

Thanks, much appreciated-
InkSlinger

[blind_fury]

Favreau is awesome to answer all these questions!

I wish him the best of luck!

[Advanced Dark]

(Could someone ask Jon for me please)

Jon,
Will there be anything showing Tony as the wizard electronics/engineering genius he's supposed to be? Something that will make us believe he really does design this stuff himself and not a boiler-room of engineers like AT&T and Bell Systems had who didn't get the credit due them?

Also, how realistic will the suit's power source be?

Original suit was electrical with some amazingly long-life batteries for it's time. (I don't recall a power-generating gizmo.) He was always looking for places to recharge the suit.
The later suits were 'solar-powered' and I'm not sure what they're using now. Will you come up with some ultra futuristic power generation for the suit and an explanation for why it won't be used for public power generation?
Some kind of dig at the politics that keep us tied to oil/gas instead of solar/electrical (which could be an unlimited source of cheap electicity except...)?

And ...

These suits are notorious for their sweat factor. Any planned humor to show him fighting that? (Similar to Klinger running through MASH stripping off his fur and clothes screaming HOT! HOT! If you've ever worn a Batman Cowl and Costume you know what I mean.)

Thanks, much appreciated-
InkSlinger

Done http://forum.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=messageboard.viewThread&groupID=102795074&page=27&EntryID=16680848&CategoryID=0&get=1&adTopicId=0&lastpagesent=0&Mytoken=33EC530A-4978-4905-86E2B0F460A93EC71181223031

[TheVileOne]

Some fans are being idiots about the alcoholism.

Alcoholism is NOT something crucial to a first Iron Man movie. It's a separate story you tell later on, just like in the comics.

Just like in Spider-man, you don't have Peter psychologically causing himself to lose his powers in the first movie.

[Lone Wolf]

Some fans are being idiots about the alcoholism.

Alcoholism is NOT something crucial to a first Iron Man movie. It's a separate story you tell later on, just like in the comics.

Just like in Spider-man, you don't have Peter psychologically causing himself to lose his powers.

Favreau already mentioned that Stark's alcoholism wouldn't be a factor in the first film. The only reason he's being asked about it, is because there are people who want to see it happen. Most likely we'll see it explored in a possible sequel.

[Kevin Roegele]

Actually Jon has input as well. The studio will give him the nod if he really wants it. Like Del Toro got Ron Perlman when the studio wanted Vin Diesel for Hellboy. Things work out like that.

Yeah, but Del Toro was told he could either have a big budget and Vin Diesel or a medium budget and Pearlman.

[TheVileOne]

I don't think it will be a big deal.

They didn't get huge stars for Batman, Spider-man, or Wolverine. Even the Hulk.

The biggest movie star that played a superhero recently was Ben Affleck as Daredevil. Favreau basically said that Affleck playing Daredevil was bad and he brought a lot of unwanted/unneeded baggage to the role.

[Ironfan72]

Some fans are being idiots about the alcoholism.

Alcoholism is NOT something crucial to a first Iron Man movie. It's a separate story you tell later on, just like in the comics.

Just like in Spider-man, you don't have Peter psychologically causing himself to lose his powers in the first movie.

I agree, some fans only think of Tony Stark as a alcoholic and believe that is the way he was from the beginning, which isn't true, this problem developed later when he took up the banner of Iron Man, with that and the stress of running a major business and having health problems, it weighed on him and drinking was his outlet, save it for the sequel, not the origin.

[Advanced Dark]

He must be busy today. I"ll check back later.

[blind_fury]

advanced dark,

can you ask this for me:

Hey Jon,

Thanks for this opportunity to be heard. My question is will Iron Man shout commands when he executes special moves?

[Advanced Dark]

advanced dark,

can you ask this for me:

Hey Jon,

Thanks for this opportunity to be heard. My question is will Iron Man shout commands when he executes special moves?

done

[Compi716]

Anyone?
Can somebody do me a favor and ask this question for me (and if it has already been answered, please direct me to the answer):


Will Iron Man be used as Tony Stark's body guard? Well, not necessarily used, but when asked, will IM say that he works for Stark?

Thanks.

[The Flash!]

Jon is really awesome for doing this.

[TheVileOne]

He is.

I feel Jon is telling us a lot more than we deserve.

[Ironfan72]

He is.

I feel Jon is telling us a lot more than we deserve.

He's very honest, and open, yeah, he might be giving us to much info, but he did say Marvel lets him know if he's going to far, so let him I guess. In the past we didn't hear anything and now were hearing alot, I try to limit what I see so I have something to get excited about(don't get me wrong as a Iron Man fan, i want all I can get), it is 2 years away, don't want to burn out.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jun 3, 2006 7:51 PM

Chris KeelingWrote:
Hey Jon,



I have one simple question, what color are you thinking of for the suit? The red & gold? or the red & silver?





Thanks,

Chris


Jon Favreau:

red and gold

Posted: Jun 3, 2006 7:58 PM

MichaelWrote:
Jon, first of all, thanks for taking the time to do this...and to do it with such evident sincerity. It's appreciated.





I've been reading IM since...ahhh, waaaaay too long ago...TOS 84, I think. What I've enjoyed is how Tony Stark has, among Marvel characters, been affected the MOST by the times around him, in terms of his core character. The scientist/militant/savior of the '60s hadda go in the with-it '70s, so there was that whole crisis of conscience about making arms; being a death merchant seemed pretty uncool for a guy who was slapping on steel spandex to go out and save lives and clobber villains.





I mean, other Marvel characters had to wrestle with the real world, don't get me wrong, but I can't think of any who had to make such big choices as a result of their station in life. It's why I loved Ellis/Granov's run...it got Iron Man off the dime; once again, it was Stark trying to rediscover his fire, to realize his place in the world.





Do you anticipate a similar character arc in the film? As with the comics, taking Tony from an ivory-tower to a realization about how his choices affect the world, a sea-change that owes to what happens to him? That'd put a bit more meat on the bones of the story than the expected "boy gets slammed/boy gets powers/boy gets even" formula.






Jon Favreau:



Iron Man is not a revenge tale like Spidey, Batman, Daredevil, etc. It is about a man who invents a technology that impacts the entire world. What does that really mean? How does this breakthrough change him? What do you do when you have that responsibility? How do the governments of the world react to this? These are the types of things the movie should be about.


Posted: Jun 3, 2006 8:01 PM

DarkniteWrote:
I was wondering if you were going to show that there are other heros in the world as well, sort of like what there going to be doing in FF2?


Jon Favreau:

I intend to start the movie grounded in the "real world, " not the "Marvel Universe."


Posted: Jun 3, 2006 8:06 PM

nativesonWrote:
Hi Jon,

Will this movie be like a labor of love for you, or will it be just an exciting project to work on? I believe the answer to that will make the difference in the quality of the film.

Jon Favreau:

I can't direct a film that I am not passionate about. You can get through a script as a writer with a bit of creative inspiration. As an actor, you can buck up and plow through a role if you have a fun hook to hang on to for a few weeks/months. As a director, you have to live in the world for years and hang your whole career on a movie. I can't imagine doing that if I didn't love it.


More...

[Advanced Dark]

Regarding Adi Granov designs. No question was quoted.



Posted: May 13, 2006 5:47 PM

I'm going to go ahead and lobby for the obvious at this point: Adi Granov needs to do the design work for this movie. Hell, he should do the movie poster, too.

I mean sheesh, look at his freaking web page: http://www.sofos.com/adi/

I know Faves likes Adi's work on Iron Man, but this topic is to kind of push the idea, to show that there's a lot of fan support for him. Adi's work goes beyond just looking great on a comics page, or being gorgeous art; it all looks like it could work.

So, let the powers that be know: Adi must work on this movie. Even if the Extremis design isn't used, he should design what is.

Or disagree, whatever.

Jon Favreau's response:

Posted: Jun 3, 2006 4:36 PM

I have been in contact with Adi since he found me on MySpace. I am a fan as well. I think you'll all be very pleased with the direction the suit design is going. Let's leave it at that for now. Fair enough?

Done for today.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jun 4, 2006 10:50 PM

Advanced DarkWrote:
Jon,



Are you gonna push the envelope on PG-13 for Iron Man? Perhaps shoots some R-Rated material in a way that the R-Rated stuff can easily be taken out for the theatrical release and added back in for an unrated DVD. I Hate it when DVD's come out with bonus footage that's not included within the movie. It's always separate or there are bad edits when they piece it back together.


Jon Favreau:


I don't plan on graphic violence. It betrays the genre for me. I think comic book movies draw an audience of all ages and violence that is too graphic tends to throw off the whole experience. I don't intend to water anything down, just reflect the style and content of the books.


That's it for now.

[RAMORE]

Regarding Adi Granov designs. No question was quoted.



Done for today.

Holy crap:eek: he basically said he is on board:up:

[Gladiator]

Not sure if its been posted but Favreau is on The Late Show with Craig Fergeson tonight. Check your local listings if interested.

[Advanced Dark]

You can tell when Jon is online because he changes the Iron Man poster on the main screen before he starts posting.

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[Ironman24]

I'm very impressed with his passion for and knowledge of Iron Man, that armor is what Jon indicated we will see as the first armor worn in the film.

[Gladiator]

Nothing new was said on The Late Late Show last night. He did talk about the movie. He shot down the Tom Cruise rumor (again). He talked about taking questions from fans on MySpace. He seems like a really cool guy. Good interview!

[RAMORE]

cool wish i would have seen it.

[Lone Wolf]

I'm very impressed with his passion for and knowledge of Iron Man, that armor is what Jon indicated we will see as the first armor worn in the film.

That's really important for a director to know about the character he's producing for a film. I like how when a fan asks him a question about changing certain things for Iron Man/Tony Stark, he responds how he'll be basing both sides from what the comics depicted them as.

The transition of the gray armor to the "modern" one is something I'm really looking forward too. It should appear well on screen, especially with how Favreau described it so far.

[InkSlinger]

Done http://forum.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=messageboard.viewThread&groupID=102795074&page=27&EntryID=16680848&CategoryID=0&get=1&adTopicId=0&lastpagesent=0&Mytoken=33EC530A-4978-4905-86E2B0F460A93EC71181223031


Many thanks!
Much appreciated!

[Black Panther]

That's really important for a director to know about the character he's producing for a film. I like how when a fan asks him a question about changing certain things for Iron Man/Tony Stark, he responds how he'll be basing both sides from what the comics depicted them as.

The transition of the gray armor to the "modern" one is something I'm really looking forward too. It should appear well on screen, especially with how Favreau described it so far.

Batman, I couldn't agree more.

[Cole Burns]

Hi guys, for some reason I can't seem to join the myspace forum. I was wondering if someone could post this question for me.

Hi Jon,
Just wondering if you can say where you are likely to shoot IronMan.
Even though I know it's unlikely I hope that Melbourne's Studio City (here in Australia) gets another superhero film. The place was a buzz while Ghost Rider was being made and it would be great to see behind the scenes of another big movie.
Thanks heaps.

[Advanced Dark]

^ He already said LA

[RAMORE]

Really cool:up:

[tamron]

Jon was on Tavis Smiley last night. Tavis mentioned near Iron Man at the end of the interview, saying he had heard that Jon caught some flak from Marvel for The Break-Up knocking X3 out of first place at the box office. Jon laughed it off, but he didn't deny what Tavis had heard.

Tavis then ask what Iron Man was about. Jon briefly told Iron Man's origin, again stating his injury and imprisonment would occur in the Middle East in the film as opposed to Vietnam. He described Iron Man as being representative of the "military industrial complex" and said the film is "a bit of a geo-political story, as opposed to the smaller vigilante based Spider-Man, or how they did Batman, or even Daredevil."

[Ironman24]

Jon was on Tavis Smiley last night. Tavis mentioned near Iron Man at the end of the interview, saying he had heard that Jon caught some flak from Marvel for The Break-Up knocking X3 out of first place at the box office. Jon laughed it off, but he didn't deny what Tavis had heard.

Tavis then ask what Iron Man was about. Jon briefly told Iron Man's origin, again stating his injury and imprisonment would occur in the Middle East in the film as opposed to Vietnam. He described Iron Man as being representative of the "military industrial complex" and said the film is "a bit of a geo-political story, as opposed to the smaller vigilante based Spider-Man, or how they did Batman, or even Daredevil."

Thanks for the post, wish I could have seen that, Jon seems to be doing all the late, late night shows and I miss them.
I like what Jon has been saying about Iron Man and educating those who don't know who Iron Man is and his story, its great press for the film so early.

[Chris B]

Would it be possible for anyone to ask Favreau the following questions:

1. How far into the writing process are they?
2. Will industrial espionage play a part in the film's storyline?
3. Will we see an appearance from either the Titanium Man and/or the Crimson Dynamo?
4. How many armors will Tony Stark use in the film?

[Advanced Dark]

^ He answered or won't answer as follows:

1) He won't answer this one except that it's ongoing.
2) Yes I believe.
3) He won't answer and acts as if the villain hasn't been chosen yet.
4) The red & gold will be the main armor we'll see but he said they'll show the origin armor and possible variations up until the current.

[Black Panther]

AD can you ask the following for me? :)

1. Will we see Pepper Potts in the film of Stark's secretary?

2. Jon, what exactly do you plan on having in the IM game? Do you plan on making it this complete bad ass free roam game? *crosses fingers* :D

3. How do you plan on making the gray suit look like? The regular like the comics, or the same but with a few modifications?

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jun 10, 2006 10:51 PM

Int3rmissionWrote:
Hey Jon,



1.) How do you feel when it comes to using CGI for this film? Will you only be using t sparingly? Like when it is absolutely necessary, or will you have it just about all the time ala Spider-Man?



2.) What sort of appraoch are you going for in terms of style? Will the film be geared towards sci-fi or will it be gritty realism?


Jon Favreau:


1) I'm doing a great deal of CGI research right now. The movie making process is beginning to more closely resemble that of animation on these sorts of movies. I won't know how far down that path I will go until I do a bit more R&D. Meanwhile, the script and artwork is in need of most of my attention at this point in the process.
2) Real usually wins.


Posted: Jun 10, 2006 10:57 PM

KylieWrote:
Hi



Just a quick question, I was wondering if your planning to follow the latest trend in the marvel movie adaptions as it appears that they have been made into a series of 3 and was curious if you were going to follow suit, and how long roughly are you contracted to do so?


Jon Favreau:

I am contracted for one but see possibilities that go beyond. It all depends on the experience and success of the first.


Posted: Jun 10, 2006 10:58 PM
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Hey Jon

Would you ever be interested in making an animated movie or have your name attatched to a comic book? If so, i am an animator/illustraitor.

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Jon Favreau:
I love animation. I'm developing a CGI animated movie called Neanderthals over at Sony.

Posted: Jun 10, 2006 11:01 PM

Evil JesterWrote:


i heard a rumor that oded fehr was attached to the project is there any truth to that? , because he was awesome in the mummy movies.



are you using a the script written by miles miller and alfred gough?



i think another good choice for tony stark would be Ian Somerhalder from the first season of Lost



I loved zathura is david koepp helping with the script?



phil


Jon Favreau:



No.

Posted: Jun 10, 2006 11:02 PM

JordanWrote:
I just read through this whole entire topic. Holy crap. Based on your responses, I am reassured in your being at the helm.



Now I can't remember though, whether anyone asked about Pepper Potts or Happy Hogan. Any plans for them in the film? Also, very excited about Jim Rhodes (and, in effect, War Machine).


Jon Favreau:

Pepper-yes
Rhodey-yes
Happy-not planning to


Posted: Jun 10, 2006 11:06 PM

KevinWrote:
Well basically my question is just have you ever read EXCELSIOR! The Amazing Life of Stan Lee. It has some great insight as to what was going through his head when he created the characters and really gets to the roots of who and what they are. Just in case you havent here is an excerpt concerning Iron Man:





"Drunk with power at that point, I was eager to keep going, to see how many more oddball heroes I could dream up. It was the spring of 1963 and teenagers were into civil rights and peace. They despised what they called the military/industrial complex and, with the Korean War behind us, most kids had no use for industrialists or those who made huge profits selling arms and armaments.

I dont know what got into me, but I thought it would be fun to create a character who would buck the trend.

As usual, I first discussed the idea with Martin Goodman. I remember saying something like, You know what would be fun? Lets create a hero who wouldnt have a chance to be a success right now and lets find a way to make him popular. Well feature a tycoon who invents and manufactures weapons and munitions and sells them to our military. Hell be a billionaire industrialist, the quintessential capitalist, and Ill try to find a way to make our readers like him.

As expected, Martin said, Youre crazy.

But he didnt say no. By then, almost anything we did seemed to sell. So, working with my old friend, artist Don Heck, I modeled Iron Man after Howard Hughes, who had designed, built, and flown his own plane and had been a billionaire industrialist inventor. In the course of the story I arranged for our hero, whom I called Tony Stark, to be captured by the enemy on a battlefield while observing the efficiency of one of his weapons. The enemy was about to torture him for the secrets of his weaponry. The only way he could earn his freedom was to create a weapon for them. They gave him the material, but he used it to fashion an iron suit for himself instead, thus becoming Iron Man.

Since I always tried to give our characters an Achilles heel of some sort, I gifted Iron Man with a piece of shrapnel that was lodged near his heart. It was inoperable and hed never know when it might move the slightest bit and kill him.

Due to his injury, he always had to either wear the iron armor, or an iron chest plate he had fashioned for himself, to keep his heart beating. If that explanation doesnt sound medically correct, hey, hes a comicbook hero and Im not a cardiologist. Of course, nobody knew that Iron Man was really Tony Stark, the billionaire industrialist. He pretended to the world that Iron Man was a robot whom Stark had created as a bodyguard. Luck for me as the writer, nobody ever seemed to notice that Stark and his bodyguard were never ever seen together. "



Jon Favreau:


Great quote. I'm going to post it as a bulletin.

more soon.

[Ironfan72]

Excellent, we will see Pepper Potts in the movie, YES!!!

[Advanced Dark]

Oh boy Harry Knowes is not posting on Favreau's site too. Yes it's really him:
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Posted: Jun 11, 2006 4:25 PM
http://x.myspace.com/images/button_quote.jpg (http://forum.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=messageboard.postReply&EntryID=16680848&categoryID=0&groupID=102795074&quote=1&author=Harry&ReplyID=99088737&adTopicID=12&Mytoken=5B2F03FD-7216-4190-9A6C70C724D231A8153572171) http://x.myspace.com/images/button_reply.jpg (http://forum.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=messageboard.postReply&EntryID=16680848&categoryID=0&groupID=102795074&adTopicID=12&Mytoken=5B2F03FD-7216-4190-9A6C70C724D231A8153572171) For me, there is only one question. One question that hinges whether or not this movie rocks balls or is merely great. You see, Jon will make a great Iron Man movie... no doubt, but will his IRON MAN movie rock balls? The key is... the 1966 IRON MAN theme song:



Tony Stark

Makes you feel

He's a cool exec

With a heart of steel.

As Iron Man,

All jets ablaze,

He fights and smite'n

With repulsor rays!

A blaze of power!

Iron Man!

Amazing armor!

Iron Man!



Jon - will you rock balls and as the last magnificent shot of Iron Man erupts applause from the audience... will you get some incredible badass musician flesh out and use the classic 1966 IRON MAN theme song... for the end credits and shoot a live action version of old 66 animated opening?

Or... will you merely make a great film?

[RAMORE]

funny stuff harry is crazy. Also love that he loved that qoute and is going to post it for direction.

[Compi716]

How could Happy Hogan not be in the movie?

Anyway, here's some casting recomendation:

Pepper Potts:
Zooey Deschanel
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Happy Hogan:
Jon Favreau
http://images.hollywood.com/images/large/l_369499.jpg

:up:

[PunisherFan20]

I just caught the Replacements on TBS last night...and damn, Favreau used to be built.

In '99, he coulda been Iron Man or a villian and been totally believeable.

[Son Of Logan]

I just caught the Replacements on TBS last night...and damn, Favreau used to be built.

In '99, he coulda been Iron Man or a villian and been totally believeable.

Yeah I caught that yesterday too. I was watching it thinking, "Damn...I didn't know Favreau was in this!?!"

[Advanced Dark]

^ Football players though there was a movie called "The Replacement Killers" with Chow Yung Fat & I think Mira Sorvino.

[PunisherFan20]

Favreau was on "Last Call with Carson Daly" last night (blame the insomnia, boys...I don't normally watch Carson) and they mainly talked about family life and "The Break Up" and Vince Vaughn...

However, he did say that comic book fans were an extremely smart and loyal group and that his myspace was a way to make sure that he wasn't going to disappoint.

So hopefully, he's listening to us.

[Advanced Dark]

Hey guys Ardi Garnov e-mailed me back and I asked him who he thought would be good for Stark. If you don't know he's the dude resposnible for the coolest Iron Man art ever that's plastered all over Fav's site. Anyways asked him what he thought about Caviesel and Walhberg too and he didn't really like either but preferred Caviesel if those were the two choices. Wouldn't give me his own opinion...yet.

[Advanced Dark]

Best response to me so far!!!

Posted: Jun 20, 2006 9:19 AM

Advanced DarkWrote:
What's the expected time of script completion or near final draft?


Jon Favreau:

We've got two(2!) sets of writers typing away on scenes and outlines. We've got a room full of storyboard illustrators and concept artists. The story has been fully broken. The villian has been selected and the train has left the station. I expect a rough first draft in the next several weeks, though the sequences are being hammered out visually as we speak. I wont reveal any further details on the plot or villians at this time. Marvel likes to trickle this type of info out slowly, as you can understand, and we are a full two years away from release. I did, however, convince them to share some interesting stuff some time in, oh, I don't know, July?

[COME ON !]

Sounds good.

[Advanced Dark]

cool ask him to divulge to what extent he's connected to the movie?

I already did. I'm sure he knows it'll be copied onto message boards so he's being careful. He's an inspiration for Favreau but he should come across like he has any control. Just creative input.

[Trigger]

I wish Raimi and others would be as open with the fans about their movie projects as this guy has. It's nice to know not everyone has a bad opinion of comic book fans.

[Advanced Dark]

Favreau is cool and this should give us a solid franchise for years to come under Favreau.

It's be funny if the villain was Elf huh?

J/K

"Oooooooooooh a Christmasgram...can I have one!"

[ChrisBaleBatman]

This is ****ing awesome.

[Advanced Dark]

^ Yep and when the movie comes out we can look to see if any of our suggestions made it into the film.

[Casius--J]

is it too late to make a request movie wise? I dont know what took me so long but i just wanted to ask if it could be possible to put jim "rhody" rhodes in the film. Not necessarily to be war machine but to be tony's best friend.

And that is some cool news, im sooo sooo happy iron man is finally coming into place, cause its been a painful few years!!

[Advanced Dark]

No it's not too late and he already answered that question on Rhody I'm sure of it. Just look through this thread...it's here somewhere. I think he said yes.

[TheVileOne]

The Replacements = football movie with Favreau and Keanu

The Replacement Killers = action movie with Chow Yun Fat and Mira Sorvino.

[Advanced Dark]

^ Yep. I already put that up there but I guess nobody saw it.

[ROB]

I just saw him in the break up his character Johnny O was so funny. I have alot of respect for Jon for how he relates with us ironfans.

[Hunter Rider]

Favreau is cool,can't wait for the comic con news,hopefully it will be suit art and the villain anouncementhttp://www.superherohype.com/forums/images/icons/icon10.gif

[Ironfan72]

That is awesome news Advanced Dark, I check the myspace Iron Man forum daily and I a blown away by Jon's cander and his willingness to talk and listen to the fans, I can't wait to hear what Marvel will say in July.

[Ironfan72]

is it too late to make a request movie wise? I dont know what took me so long but i just wanted to ask if it could be possible to put jim "rhody" rhodes in the film. Not necessarily to be war machine but to be tony's best friend.

And that is some cool news, im sooo sooo happy iron man is finally coming into place, cause its been a painful few years!!

Jon did answer the question about Jim Rhodes, he will be in the movie as well as Pepper Potts. He also hinted that we may see War Machine in a sequal.

[ShadowBoxing]

Liking this big time...mostly because he dropped that "father villain" storyline.

[Advanced Dark]

Guys I got another big scoop!

Check it out! I started a thread on his site about Iron Man's competition and was speculating about the release date....

Posted: Jun 20, 2006 9:11 AM

Jon Favreau,

We're coming out in May. Official announcement to be made shortly.

[Advanced Dark]

Just found this pic on Jon's site under the group photo's. What's this from???

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[TheArtman]

^ That is from Universal Studios, I saw it there about 10 years ago.

[Advanced Dark]

Wonder if Favreau will use it as a trophy of sorts in Starks hallway where they'll show the evoloution of the armor.

[Casius--J]

Jon did answer the question about Jim Rhodes, he will be in the movie as well as Pepper Potts. He also hinted that we may see War Machine in a sequal.


Sweet Christmas thats what i wanted to hear!!!

[Ironman24]

Guys I got another big scoop!

Check it out! I started a thread on his site about Iron Man's competition and was speculating about the release date....

Thats awesome news. I wonder if there targeting Memorial Day Weekend for the opening?

[Spider - Man]

Wonder if Favreau will use it as a trophy of sorts in Starks hallway where they'll show the evoloution of the armor.

I hope not cause it looks like it's made of plastic!

[ShadowBoxing]

This movie is shaping up nicely. I am glad they attached a director who cares about the source material and fans more than making the big bucks.

[Compi716]

What about Happy Hogan? He's gotta be in the movie, right?

[Advanced Dark]

Well Indiana Jones is at Paramount too so we don't have to worry about them bumping heads, I think Batman is in June, and Die Hard 4 is mixed in there too.

[I SEE SPIDEY]

I can't wait till favreau makes a discission that the fans don't like. They are going to be all down on him about it and he will regrate even caring about what the fanboys/girls want.

[Advanced Dark]

^ Conceptuatl art, a release date, the villain,or perhaps casting news. Favreau will play a part in the movie. Proabably one of Starks friends.

[tamron]

So will we be getting an Iron Man board soon? It seems everything is headed in the positive direction...

[Compi716]

The Iron Man forums are now OPEN!

[Advanced Dark]

^ Finally!

[Ironfan72]

I can't wait till favreau makes a discission that the fans don't like. They are going to be all down on him about it and he will regrate even caring about what the fanboys/girls want.

If he does, thats fine, he's already said he's staying close to the material and to be honest, he can't do anything worse than that father vs. son story, so I think most fanboys will cut him some slack.

[Ironman24]

Holy Crap that was quick yesterday nothing today board filled with threads:eek:

I want to say congrats to advanced dark for two BIG scoops and being featured on the Hype's front page twice! Also want to say thank you to him publicly for starting this thread and going to the trouble of reposting the IM news for those of us who can't go to my space. Thanks alot man this is going to be one of marvels best i know it!:up:

I couldn't agree more.

[ironmaidenrules]

yea AD, thanks for askign him **** on myspace, i only asked him one question...i think it was the one about his (ironman's) drinking

so i techinicaLLLY got some info lol

also thanks for ur zak penn questions back when he was taking questions

u make lazy members like sava and me proud

[RAMORE]

I wonder what the big news in July will be:eek: can't wait.

[ROB]

we might even get a hint at who the villian is

[Ironfan72]

we might even get a hint at who the villian is
That would be cool, Avi Arad has already said who the villian in the Hulk will be, he may as well spill the beans on the Iron Man villian.

[Saint]

His favourite is the Granov armour? YES. YES, YES, YES, YES. I demand Granov armour on screen!

[Advanced Dark]

yea AD, thanks for askign him **** on myspace, i only asked him one question...i think it was the one about his (ironman's) drinking

so i techinicaLLLY got some info lol

also thanks for ur zak penn questions back when he was taking questions

u make lazy members like sava and me proud

Thanks. LOL This is actually my favorite thread and the unflattering x-pic thread I started. :)

[Iron Man™]

Sooooo happy we have an Iron Man forum right now.

[Advanced Dark]

Yep and Activision is working on the game with Z-Axis should be fun.

[Iron Man™]

Yeah I heard that, which is so awesome. Hey AD, since you're the Hype's basic news guys, do you know if the game is going to be free roam? :D

[Advanced Dark]

I'd have to do a search on that.

Ok here. No news on how it's gonna play but you could probably find out by e-mailing Z-Axis or Favreau. The movie script probably isn't in the game makers hands yet so they might not know how to handle it but I'd imagine with lots of flying scenes it'll be free roaming with limitations.

http://news.google.com/news?hl=en&q=iron%20man%20video%20game&sa=N&tab=wn

[Iron Man™]

As long as there's lots of flying, I'll be satisfied. Just as long as we get to go where ever we want too, etc. Also, if we can play in different armors, that'd be sweet. Favs said he'd love to work on the game, so hopefully it'll be a bad ass one.

Thanks for the info though, detective. :D

[Speedball]

LOL, i went to his myspace, now i have Angelina Jolie, Seth Green, Dane Cook, Vince Vaughn and Jennifer Aniston on my friends list.

[Advanced Dark]

Link me to Vince Vaughns site. Most of the celeberity ones are fake.

[RAMORE]

That game sounds really cool :up:

[The Bruce]

I'm a huge Jon Favreau fan! Yes!

[Advanced Dark]

He's been quiet lately I'm assuming their finalizing the script and going through casting as we speak. I hope the new director for The Hulk does this too...whoever that might be.

[Advanced Dark]

Finally he's back:

Posted: May 7, 2006 5:02 PM

BrianWrote:
Will you be approaching this from the realm of reality (like Warren Ellis' run on the title, or from the realm of fantasy (like just about everyone else who's ever written the title)?

Jon Favreau:

Reality.


Posted: May 7, 2006 5:03 PM

rhombus ? starWrote:
In the context of the comic book, which era should we expect to see?



Jon Favreau:



Present day.

Posted: May 7, 2006 5:05 PM

Film Critic SaysWrote:
1. Do you prefer the circle or diamond shape on the chest?



2. Will you be doing video blogs like Bryan Singer did for Superman Returns and Peter Jackson did for King Kong?



Thanks,



FilmCritcSays


Jon Favreau:


1. I prefer the circle (the way he looked when I was a kid), but the diamond might look cooler. Dunno yet.

2. Perhaps. We'll document everything. Don't know what we'll do with it yet.


Posted: May 7, 2006 5:12 PM

KennethWrote:
My question's for Jon are,

(1) You made a point of saying that the villian in Iron Man wouldn't be magic based or mutated. Would you still be willing in a future film to use a character like Mandarin, who is considered Iron Mans greatest arch-enemy?



Jon Favreau:



I can't imagine ever presenting Mandarin in the way he first appeared in Tales of Suspense in the sixties. I think it would blow the reality of the movie. That isn't to say, however, that we would not draw from these characters. I just think we have to make choices in tone as well as overcome the inconsistencies of the forty years of the books.

[Advanced Dark]

This one came up late...

Posted: Jun 26, 2006 10:04 PM

Fit BritWrote:
Um, hey there Jon. I know everyones been asking you about plot/casting/costume, but I just wanted to know, are you excited? I mean, if it was me, I would be so pumped. What are your thougts on the project? Are your family excited for you? Just thought it would make a change from the normal Q's. Cheers.


Jon Favreau:


I can't tell you how much I look forward to going to work each day. The sad truth about making movies is most people never take the time to just enjoy what they're doing. There's always something to worry about. You always want things to move forward. Each day presents challenges you push to get through. Before you know it, you're done filming and you're relieved. Then you're anxious to edit and post it and get your effects right. Then it's a mad dash to make your date. Then you scour the reviews and feedback and then the box office opening. Then you wait to see if it has legs and makes money. You get a few rushes of satisfaction at the premiere and with each piece of good news, but for the most part there's uncertainty. There's a lot of worry and anxiety. And even if it all works out well, by the time you realize it, it's all over.

What I've learned over the course of my career is to stop and enjoy each step of the process. It's easy to find things to worry about, but most of the time there's a lot to enjoy and appreciate. I have to say that it is so great to walk into the Marvel offices and look at all the artwork and read through all that has been written and know that this can be something

[RAMORE]

Great last post!!!!!!!!!

[Kmack]

I think it's awesome how Jon gives the fans open feedback:up: I wish more directors would do that.

[Mr. Credible]

so, i wonder how he (jon) plans to 'show emotion' through the mask... he said there'd be no 'judge dredd' or 'robocop-esque' mask, and he more or less said there'd be no unmasking, when someone asked if there'd be an 'in-helmet-cam' he replied with 'you're getting warmer'...

hopefully they don't go with an animatronic mask, or y'know, a mask that moves... what are your guy's thoughts about how they can show emotion through the mask?

personally, i don't think they need to, if they get a good enough actor. i mean, i think hugo weaving deserves a friggin' academy award for v for vendetta, with the amount of emotion he showed, without ever showing his face. you always knew what he was thinking, and feeling, and that says quite a bit.

but anyways, how do you guys think they should do it?

[Advanced Dark]

You can't show emotion through the mask. However when he lands they can show it, or they can show it through his actions. Favreau can get creative with how they film it to zoom in on Iron Man and then suddenly you in a first person perspecive hearing him breathing and talking to himself, etc...You don't need to see his face to show emotion.

[Advanced Dark]

See my sig and vote now!

[Sasquatch]

Fav-tastic!

[RAMORE]

i voted nine for iron man so far.

[Ironfan72]

I voted Iron Man as well, but he trail's Indy and Bat's, but a large margine, it will be tough to over take those two films in 2008, but as long as Iron man performs well at the box office, things will take care of themselves.

[Advanced Dark]

I asked Jon about the Comic-Con and well...here's his response:

Posted: Jul 6, 2006 2:28 PM

I'm going to participate in the Marvel panel at Comicon on Saturday. We'll come up with something fun but, keep in mind, we're two years out so don't expect too much.

We've just approved an "Ironworks" tee shirt for the Paramount booth. I guess they're going to have tee shirts with different Paramount movies on them. The Iron Man one is very understated and cool. The numbers will be limited each day, so keep that in mind if you're a swag hag.

All in all, I want to get my feet wet. Next year will be the big one for Iron Man.

-Jon Favreau

[kedrell]

Good to know.

[Ironman24]

Cool, wish I was going to comic-con, love to get my hands on one of those tee's.

[Advanced Dark]

I'll try to grab more than 1 tee and if I do I'll auction it off here or something...for free to whoever comes up with the best scoop on the film before the end of 2006...besides me of course. I won't pay for shipping though. :)

[Advanced Dark]

Here's some more:

Posted: Jul 10, 2006 8:59 PM

HINEYWrote:
Whenare you going to start filming this movie? or at least planning to film?


Jon Favreau:

February

Posted: Jul 10, 2006 9:36 PM

baTTWrote:
1. Will you tie other Marvel films into this to kind of unite the universe?



2. Has the Script been finalized?



3.S.H.E.I.L.D or A.I.M.?



4. Would you like to incorporate a POV display for Ironman ala Robocop style?



5. Do you get free comics now?


Jon Favreau:

1. Not yet, but I told them IM3 better be called "The Avengers."
2. No
3. DoD
4. Yes
5. Yes. Toys too.


Here's Jon's response to potential taglines on upcoming onesheets. LOL
Posted: Jul 10, 2006 8:46 PM

Here's another tagline:
"Who do I have to blow up to get a drink around here?"

-Jon Favreau

[IronMan_2005]

1. Will you tie other Marvel films into this to kind of unite the universe?

3.S.H.E.I.L.D or A.I.M.?

Jon Favreau:

1. Not yet, but I told them IM3 better be called "The Avengers."

3. DoD


1. Oh hell yeah!! Could anyone ask him if he isn't BSing about that, then now that the Hulk is Marvel movie property, what are the chances of there being a Hulk vs Iron Man with the Hulkbuster armor in IM3?

3. What the heck is DoD? :confused:



"Who do I have to blow up to get a drink around here?"

LOL!

[Son Of Logan]

3. What the heck is DoD? :confused:





Department of Defense

[Advanced Dark]

I just suggested this could be a cool technology for Jon to incorporate into the suit somehow. How cool would it be if Stark suspected a specific place was being used for some sort of industrial espionage that he could paint the wall of the building with this stuff and see through it as if it wasn't there with a special visor. Hell even if it isn't used it's cool:

A scientist at Tokyo University has developed a coat which makes those who wear it appear invisible.
Professor Susumu Tachi told the BBC's East Asia Today that the coat was made with a special type of "retro-reflective" material, which acts as a photographic screen.

If we paint a wall, then we can see behind it. Even if there is no window in the room, we can see the scenery outside



Professor Susumu Tachi

"We have a camera behind the person wearing the coat," Mr Tachi told the BBC.

The image from the camera is then projected onto the coat, so that the wearer appears virtually transparent when seen through a viewfinder.

Beforehand "it looks like a grey coat," Mr Tachi said. "But when we project the image onto it we can see a very clear picture of what is projected."

Medical application

The real purpose of the new technology is not to make a person appear see-through, however, but to augment reality, Mr Tachi said.

"Usually, virtual reality makes a computer-generated world with no direct relation to the real environment," he said. "What we would like to do is put virtual things in the real environment."

A prime example of this is in the medical field.

When surgeons are operating, they are unable to see any parts of their patient obscured by their own hands and equipment - a problem Mr Tachi hopes will be overcome by his invention.

"The surgeon sees the patient as if they are transparent, and can see the whole body structure," Mr Tachi said.

Another application is in housing. Retro-reflective technology can be applied to paint as well as clothing.

"If we paint a wall, then we can see behind it," Mr Tachi said. "Even if there is no window in the room, we can see the scenery outside."

The technology may also be useful for pilots, to make the floors of their cockpits appear transparent for landing.

While the invention is still in its experimental stages, Mr Tachi and his team hope to develop a commercially viable system within a few years.


http://i.cnn.net/cnn/2003/TECH/02/07/japan.invisible.ap/story.japan.invisible.ap.jpg
A luminous jacket helps create the amazing effect

[TheVileOne]

That's basically what they use in Ghost In The Shell which Favreau says he's watching for Iron Man.

It's called THERMO-NUCLEAR CAMOFLAGE.

[Advanced Dark]

^ Well whatever it is it looks damn cool. In it's current state it doesn't work when looking with the naked eye...yet.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jul 13, 2006 11:14 PM

Fit BritWrote:
Hey Jon, do you know who the Incredible Hulk director is, if your going to be on the Comic-Con panel with him? I dont want to know, (I want it to be a suprise), but do you know? Cheers



Jon Favreau:


I know who it is. I think he/she will be there, Not positive, though. They will definitely announce.


Bam make it official!

[Hunter Rider]

Fav is awesome,not only does he give us Iron Man updates but updates on other Marvle movies lolhttp://www.superherohype.com/forums/images/icons/icon10.gif

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jul 15, 2006 5:03 PM

The TwinsWrote:
One easy question Mr. Favreau that's been bugging me a bit.



1) Will the film take place in New York like in the comics?


Jon Favreau:

No.


Note from AD: He already said it was filming in LA early on.

[TheVileOne]

LA is better than Tampa, Florida.

[Advanced Dark]

^ Hey don't knock on the Punisher. ;)

[TheVileOne]

Yeah I will. Since setting the movie in Florida and making the villains money launderers was weak as hell.

[ObakeTora]

Th
I don't want to waste his time, but there's a lot of good ideas in those threads. If this story is set in present time with a Vietnam War tie-in, he should consider an actor like Tom Selleck to play Tony. Tom Selleck wouldn't do it, but I like the image of him in the armor.

Ive always wanted to see Tom Selleck as ironman.:up:

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: July 17, 2006 9:58 PM

TradeMarkWrote:
Hey Jon,



Any chance Jarvis will be in the flick?

Jon Favreau:


We're thinking about it.


Posted: July 17, 2006 9:59 PM

joshWrote:
Jon have you met/talked with any actors yet?



When approximately do you think Stark will be cast?


Jon Favreau:

We just hired casting directors. We are discussing the role.

Nice nice nice. Things are moving along.

[jrd550]

I have faith in Jon - he seems like a well balanced guy.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jul 18, 2006 8:43 AM

Chris RushworthWrote:
This is nothing to do with Iron Man but a while ago i heard about an Elf 2 is this still gonna happen will you be directing?


Jon Favreau:

Not that I know of. No, I wouldn't be the director.

Posted: Jul 18, 2006 8:44 AM

Tommy TuffnutzWrote:
First off Jon congrats on getting the chance to bring one of the greatest comic heroes to life. Just had a couple of questions...



1) Is there a script set in stone yet or are you still waiting for one to approve? If so are you open to reading any screenplay or does it have to come straight from a Hollywood screenwriter? (Reason I ask is that I'm a pretty big Iron Man fan and I've been toying with a script for about 3 months now just for fun)



2) I assume you're going to focus on the origin of Iron Man, but are you also going to take us into Tony Stark's past at all? (i.e. drinking problems, his fascination with gadgets)



Thanks for answering all these questions on this board and good luck with the film...can't wait to see it...


Jon Favreau:


1) The story is set in stone, the script is still being worked on.
2) No childhood flashbacks, if that's what you're asking.


Just a couple new ones.

[Ironman24]

Nice nice nice. Things are moving along.

Awesome news about them hiring casting directers, thats a huge step forward, at least in my mind.

[Hunter Rider]

Can someoen who posts on his myspace ask if we will see Tony in a war prior to becoming Iron Man

[ThatOneGuy]

Can someoen who posts on his myspace ask if we will see Tony in a war prior to becoming Iron Man I did it.

[Advanced Dark]

Can someoen who posts on his myspace ask if we will see Tony in a war prior to becoming Iron Man

I think he said we'll see him in the beginning in the Gulf War or in the Mideast. Not sure if we'll see him or they'll just reference that he was there. I'm sure they'll show something. Hopefully he'll clear that up. :)

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jul 19, 2006 8:28 PM

DanielWrote:
Jon,

I read somewhere that Tony Stark will be involved in espionage against international terroist. Will this be how he gets injured?

Jon Favreau:


Untrue.

Posted: Jul 19, 2006 8:28 PM

Nicholas HezFoShez...the hell is this ****?Wrote:

Is there anybody in this process at all other than Marvel that has say what the movie will be about. Even the most minute detail?



Jon Favreau:


No

Posted: Jul 19, 2006 8:33 PM

CaryWrote:
Jon,

I know you're super busy, but I was wondering if you had the chance to read my column. Let me know what you think!

---------------------------------------

Posted: Jul 14, 2006 6:16 PM



Jon,

The following is the link for my "Cary's Comics Craze" column that ran July 13 in the Norwalk Reflector newspaper. This includes the interview I did with you May 25 in this same forum. I look forward to getting your feedback (and any other MySpace readers). You can e-mail me at ashby@goreflector.com.



Thanks again for the interview. I hope our paths will cross again soon.

Sincerely,

Cary Ashby

Reflector staff writer, comic book columnist



http://www.norwalkreflector.com/fullstory.html?sku=20060713125620763934&s=reflectornews


Jon Favreau:


Great job. Glad I could help.

Oh and here he confirms Zak Penn is not directing Incredible Hulk:


Posted: Jul 19, 2006 8:34 PM

Advanced DarkWrote:
so uh you think Zak Penn will be directing a film anytime soon? He is kind of "GREEN" in that area huh? Close? Hmmm? Warm?


Jon Favreau:

Cold.

[kedrell]

Zak Penn is writing Hulk 2 though. Louis Leterrier is the director.

[Advanced Dark]

^ Where are you getting this?

[Katsuro]

^ Where are you getting this?

SHH! just announced the director of Incredible Hulk.

[RAMORE]

SHH! just announced the director of Incredible Hulk.


Great SCOTT! sorry couldn't resist after seeing your avvy:D i love that movie.

Great updates from fav:up:

[David33]

Favreau shows lots of respect to the fans.I like that.

[Hunter Rider]

I did it.

Thanks:) has he answered ?

BTW today's poster day right ?

[kedrell]

For some reason I haven't been able to get on the movie site for about the last 24 hrs. Has anyone else had more luck getting on there?

[Advanced Dark]

If you're having a problem getting on the Iron Man board forums just use this link. It works every time:

Iron Man Forums (http://forum.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=messageboard.viewThread&entryID=20306068)


Oh and I posted the tom cruise rumor on Jon's site for a response. ;)


Just found this on his site:

http://c.myspace.com/Groups/00013/80/81/13341808_l.gif

[brightstar]

Hi all. Just wanted to drop by and introduce myself. I'm Nezee and I run jon-favreau.net, your friendly neighborhood Favreau fansite. =) Good idea editing the Q&A and making it easy to read. Boy can it be hard to wade through all the hoopla over at the IM Forum. ;)

Thanks for the invite, Advanced Dark.

-Nezee
http://www.jon-favreau.net/Images/msbanner.gif (http://www.jon-favreau.net)

[Ironman24]

Welcome brightstar to SHH!

[Advanced Dark]

Hi all. Just wanted to drop by and introduce myself. I'm Nezee and I run jon-favreau.net, your friendly neighborhood Favreau fansite. =) Good idea editing the Q&A and making it easy to read. Boy can it be hard to wade through all the hoopla over at the IM Forum. ;)

Thanks for the invite, Advanced Dark.

-Nezee
http://www.jon-favreau.net/Images/msbanner.gif (http://www.jon-favreau.net)


No problem. If you've never visited this site before the front page at http://www.superherohype.com is loaded w/Favreau news and will be for years to come with the Iron Man franchise.

[Advanced Dark]

Posted: Jul 26, 2006 6:58 PM

I just got back from San Diego. The Marvel panel was great. The crowd seemed to really dig that we hired Adi Granov to help with the suit design. He joined the panel and got an enthusiastic response. He is listed in my top 8 if you want to send him a post. We signed the teaser poster he drew at the Marvel booth until the line was gone. It lasted well over an hour.

For those of you who haven't heard, Mandarin will be the villian. But don't expect a magical Fu Manchu stereotype. We are taking many liberties to update the villian. He will still size up as Stark's nemesis, but we're throwing in a few surprises for the fans of the books.

I also heard the James Bond has since planned to release its next installment on our same date: May 2, 2008. The only weekend of 2008 taken, I might add. I'm sort of surprised by the move by Sony as I'm sure we share some of the same audience. It feels like two cars fighting over the same spot in an empty parking lot. I guess they expect us to move. I really don't get it.

I had dinner with Joe Quesada and Joss Whedon. What great company. We spoke about Iron Man, Civil War, and Wonder Woman.

-Jon Favreau

Comments on villain and competition from Bond.

[RAMORE]

Comments on villain and competition from Bond.


Love the new stuff and the mandarin pick. Watch out bond we are comin for ya:up:

[Advanced Dark]

Sony had no reason to pick that date. I'm sure Avi and company will be talking to them regarding Spiderman & Ghost Rider anyways and Bond will move to 2 weeks later. I think May is a bad slot for a Bond film cause other blockbusters will move in on that month and completely crush it. The comic book films are the ones that stand up big in the Summer thanks to the huge amount of kids who just love the characters.

[Advanced Dark]

For some reason I haven't been able to get on the movie site for about the last 24 hrs. Has anyone else had more luck getting on there?

Ontario, Ca huh? I'll be driving out there in a few weeks to see Craig Shoemaker at the Improv. Just left Victoria Gardens in Rancho earlier...ate at the Yard House. Yummy.