Emily Blunt..."rumored" to be in Iron Man 2 [Archive]

[A]

01-14-2009, 04:46 PM

Here's the article, just in case..

With Mickey Rourke and Sam Rockwell negotiating to play two key villains in "Iron Man 2," Marvel Entertainment and director Jon Favreau are now focusing on casting another nemesis for Robert Downey Jr.'s Tony Stark: the femme fatale Black Widow.

Emily Blunt has emerged as the frontrunner to play the role of Natasha Romanoff in the "Iron Man" sequel. She's a Soviet super spy who doubles as Black Widow, a beauty in a skintight black costume that is enhanced by high-tech weaponry.

Blunt, whose recent credits include "The Devil Wears Prada," "The Jane Austen Book Club" and "Charlie Wilson's War," will get a profile boost when she stars with Benicio Del Toro in the Joe Johnston-directed "The Wolf Man" for Universal.

Marvel would not comment on the Black Widow casting. The Justin Theroux-scripted "Iron Man 2" will begin production this spring for release by Paramount in summer 2010.

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117998515.html?categoryid=13&cs=1&nid=2562

Eddie Dean

01-14-2009, 04:58 PM

Great news if this is true. :up:

http://img413.imageshack.us/img413/603/51974191vn0.jpg

[A]

01-14-2009, 05:00 PM

^ nice :woot:

Chris B

01-14-2009, 05:02 PM

I'd be fine with her, if they do cast her.

kedrell

01-14-2009, 05:06 PM

The red head from Devil Wears Prada? nice.

I always thought she'd make a good Pepper.

As did I. I'm sure I put her in the original Pepper casting thread before we found out Gwenyth got the part.

Nirvana

01-14-2009, 05:08 PM

Eh, maybe.

kedrell

01-14-2009, 05:09 PM

Why do I always have the hardest time calling up anything on Variety's website?

Doctor Jones

01-14-2009, 05:13 PM

FaT_tONle

01-14-2009, 05:13 PM

Red Head Blunt...

http://www.lahiguera.net/cinemania/actores/emily_blunt/fotos/3235/emily_blunt.jpghttp://img.photobucket.com/albums/v636/JMPTX/ThunderdomeS2/Week%207%20-%20Commies/BlackWidow.jpg

I gotto admit... not terrible... not terrible at all.... young too. Definitely lock this chick up for three pictures.

Lobo

01-14-2009, 05:14 PM

Not who I'd have thought of, but I must say, I quite like this should it come to fruition :up:

http://i42.tinypic.com/sxylq8.jpg
http://i42.tinypic.com/257ggnr.jpg

01-14-2009, 05:15 PM

This would be awesome. :up:

Majik1387

01-14-2009, 05:16 PM

Definite great casting.:up:

Chewy

01-14-2009, 05:16 PM

Christ, they need to tone down the characters. I hope this doesn't become overcrowded where the characters don't know where to be devloped. Just keep it Stark, Hammer, and Ivan. I don't really wanna see Avenger's interferance with the film. Maybe some tidbits but nothing part of the main story.
We have known BW was going to be in this flick forever. It was also stated they were "currently casting" the role in the articles that reported Rourke/Rockwell. The character appearing shouldn't be any surprise at this point.

And BW has very, very strong ties to Stark AND Dynamo in the comics.

[A]

01-14-2009, 05:16 PM

As I usually say.. let the manip-madness begin

Symbiotic

01-14-2009, 05:19 PM

Good choice if true.

Majik1387

01-14-2009, 05:20 PM

As I usually say.. let the manip-madness begin
It should be fun to do.:up:

Octoberist

01-14-2009, 05:25 PM

this cast is starting to kick ass.

Casius--J

01-14-2009, 05:26 PM

I never saw Devil Wears Prada but the pic they have on the front page she looks smokin hot! I'd be fine with this casting!

Lobo

01-14-2009, 05:30 PM

this cast is starting to kick ass.

Starting? We started with Downey Jr, Paltrow, and Bridges, that already kicks ass. Now we have Cheadle who's a better actor than Howard IMO, added Rockwell, and Rourke, and now Emily Blunt? The Iron Man 2 cast will kick even more ass than the first one did :D

bunk

01-14-2009, 05:32 PM

omgomgomgomgomgomg!

Octoberist

01-14-2009, 05:34 PM

Lobo

01-14-2009, 05:37 PM

Ok :)

I'll say, I've not even heard of the other actress before your post :O

TwilightPro101

01-14-2009, 05:38 PM

Another shinning moment of casting if indeed true.

Changeling

01-14-2009, 05:38 PM

Great idea, IMO. No one would have thought of it, but its a nice idea.

Octoberist

01-14-2009, 05:38 PM

i think they both were good, and in fact, it was Nathalie's movie moreso than Emily Blunt's. But Hollywood just knocked on Blunt's door (that, or maybe she got a good agent)

[A]

01-14-2009, 05:39 PM

I *hate* being away from *my* computer--it'd be so much fun to play around doing manips.. Blunt looks great

Philly Phanboy

01-14-2009, 05:39 PM

Definitely not somebody I would have thought of but if true, I think she will work out great. :yay:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v305/Target-33/Temp/18409_L2015431572473263_2_122_166lo.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v305/Target-33/Temp/mean_magazine___september_2007_5.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v305/Target-33/Temp/Emily_Blunt_GQUk2008Feb_02.jpg

[A]

01-14-2009, 05:43 PM

Woah. Killer pictures.

Octoberist

01-14-2009, 05:43 PM

I think Blunt (who is my age) is the rare actresses who look even better as they mature. Meanwhile, Kirsten Dunst (as much as I like her) looks way too old for her age. Poor Kirsten.

[A]

01-14-2009, 05:44 PM

Hmm she's 25. Perfect age for me :woot:

Venom'sDad

01-14-2009, 05:52 PM

Interesting... I'm not sure as of yet. :O

Compi716

01-14-2009, 05:57 PM

I loved her in 'Prada.' She's great with accents, so if she gets this role at least we can be sure that she'll get the Russian accent down.

kedrell

01-14-2009, 05:57 PM

Most importantly, she's 25 and seems 25. Unlike a lot of other modern actresses in comics movies who are 25 and still seem like high schoolers.

Octoberist

01-14-2009, 06:03 PM

I think it's because Emily has more of that natural classic beauty than most of the Hollywood starlets. Kinda like Cate Blanchette.

tamron

01-14-2009, 06:12 PM

Haven't seen any of her films, but she's visually spot on. Can't wait to see who's up for Hawkeye!

haephestus

01-14-2009, 06:12 PM

Excellent. Hope it happens.

The developing Iron Man expanded cast seems to be one of the best for any movie (not just a comic book movie).

Although, I must admit that after the rumours about a Hilary Swank "cameo" in the first movie, I was kind of hoping she would be cast as Black Widow. Emily Blunt is still a superb choice though.

Shame about Samuel L Jackson.

Cheers.

Mister Sinister

01-14-2009, 06:17 PM

Shame about Samuel L Jackson.

Don't count your eggs before they hatch, Marvel has said that they don't comment on ACTIVE talks.

Majik1387

01-14-2009, 07:29 PM

Quickie manip
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v338/Majik1387/Art/BlackWidow.jpg

TwilightPro101

01-14-2009, 07:30 PM

Quickie manip
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v338/Majik1387/Art/BlackWidow.jpg

Awesome!

Lobo

01-14-2009, 07:31 PM

Nice :up:

Majik1387

01-14-2009, 07:34 PM

Thanks.:yay:

Her wrist band things are weird to make, so that's why they're absent here.:oldrazz:

batman44

01-14-2009, 07:43 PM

Blunt would be a great addition to the Iron Man cast.

batboy99

01-14-2009, 07:45 PM

I would have really liked her for Ivy or Catwoman, but I think she is gonna kick ass as BW.

HailtotheKing

01-14-2009, 07:49 PM

If she is cast, her stunt doubles are going to have their work cut out for them cause they are going to be doing everything for her.

FaT_tONle

01-14-2009, 07:53 PM

If she is cast, her stunt doubles are going to have their work cut out for them cause they are going to be doing everything for her.

Whatever... that probably goes for 99% of every actor/actress. I am sure they will at least attempt to get her in shape.

Majik1387

01-14-2009, 07:54 PM

If she is cast, her stunt doubles are going to have their work cut out for them cause they are going to be doing everything for her.
What is this based on? :huh:

Franklin Richards

01-14-2009, 08:05 PM

Are we sure she's not...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v418/AuntPetunia/153364-180808-madame-masque_large.jpg

Madame Masque?

Just a thought.

:doom: :doom: :doom:

Chewy

01-14-2009, 08:06 PM

^ Yes

Ironfan72

01-14-2009, 08:21 PM

I would be cool with her in either role to be honest, she is super hot and would make a great Black Widow or Madam Masque, IMO.

cerealkiller182

01-14-2009, 08:23 PM

We arnt even sure of the casting. She is just considered the front runner right now.

Chewy

01-14-2009, 08:28 PM

True, but the trades generally don't publish things like this unless there's a degree of legitimacy to them.

cerealkiller182

01-14-2009, 08:30 PM

True, but the trades generally don't publish things like this unless there's a degree of legitimacy to them.

I dont question its validity. She very well is the favorite and forerunner, but thats not exactly official. Im still kinda hoping they were wrong about Rockwell and hes in the Hawkeye role rather the Hammer role (but hed be fine in either)

HailtotheKing

01-14-2009, 08:43 PM

What is this based on? :huh:

Um...the fact that she hasn't done any movie yet to show that she has the physical prowess and agility one would think should be required for the role of Black Widow.

I have a strong fear in the back of my head that fight scenes with her could possibly end up like this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XDCBe8Az2I

Shooting starts in April so they only have about 2 months to get her ready.

Majik1387

01-14-2009, 08:59 PM

Um...the fact that she hasn't done any movie yet to show that she has the physical prowess and agility one would think should be required for the role of Black Widow.

I have a strong fear in the back of my head that fight scenes with her could possibly end up like this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XDCBe8Az2I

Shooting starts in April so they only have about 2 months to get her ready.
What makes you think she won't be training herself for the role like other actresses before have done? Sure she may not do 100% of the stunts, but who even knows if she'll be having a lot to do in Iron Man 2? I can't see her having anymore action than Silk Spectre will in Watchmen.

Spider-ManHero12

01-14-2009, 09:01 PM

Cool news and cool manip! :up:

The Guard

01-14-2009, 09:10 PM

Maybe they'll be smart and sign her to a two picture deal. Nah, they'll lose her before IRON MAN 3.

SamuraiSon6

01-14-2009, 09:18 PM

as others said, wouldnt have thought of her, but it works really well actually

HailtotheKing

01-14-2009, 09:23 PM

What makes you think she won't be training herself for the role like other actresses before have done? Sure she may not do 100% of the stunts, but who even knows if she'll be having a lot to do in Iron Man 2? I can't see her having anymore action than Silk Spectre will in Watchmen.

Thats just it, we don't know. If they are bringing in BW to be a one shot deal so she can act as a sexual object for guys to look at sure, hire Emily. But if her character is being introduced to kick ass in IM2 and possibly even be a full fledge member of The Avengers later on, she is going to need a mass amount of training since this is an entirely new thing for her to be doing.

And right now we don't even know if she has the role (she may not even know). If it isn't finalized until some time next month and Emily is officially brought into the cast with less than 2 months before filming then she is only going to be able to learn the bare minimum. When you read articles about most action movies you read about how the actor had like 3 or more months of prepping with things like boot camps, gun ranges, and fight choreography.

If there isn't enough time to prep Emily, who is essentially a blank slate, then that just makes me think that this has a very good chance of turning out bad for the character.

FaT_tONle

01-14-2009, 10:01 PM

I am sure this stuff sorts itself out all the time. You'd be suprised how often the stunt double gets thrown in there. If she can get the legs up and balance herself she'll be fine. No one will be asking her to look like a Russian Olympian gymnist or anything.

HailtotheKing

01-14-2009, 10:12 PM

I actually wouldn't be suprised. I know a lot of people use doubles.

But the thing is I personally have grown used to watching action movies where the star knows most of their stuff. Tony Ja, Jason Stathem, Milla Jovovich, they don't make thought provoking films but they certainly know how to kick an ass or two and it shows in spades in their films.

And considering who Black Widow is, shouldn't they be asking Emily to train enough so she could pass for a Russian Olympian gymnist?

FaT_tONle

01-14-2009, 10:30 PM

If they were giving her her own movie then you'd be better off bringing in an action star... she's a supporting player that will have limited action. You can get by with a double. If they ever do make a BW movie then I am sure she'll be in shape by then.

HailtotheKing

01-14-2009, 10:45 PM

I hope so. I just don't want her handling a gun or something like she is afriad she is going to break a nail.

JerseyJoker

01-14-2009, 10:48 PM

I haven to say, even with all the mix in communication about who is staying and going, all the rumor casting about key players that are coming into the sequel, i am happy with, all wise and nice choices, who all back it up with real acting ability, not just looks of the character.

I trust Favs, i trust RDJ, i trust they will not disappoint with IM 2. And i HAAATE recasting between movies, i HATE it, but i trust that Favs wouldnt just screw with a film for a reason that is unjust.

bunk

01-14-2009, 11:03 PM

Maybe they'll be smart and sign her to a two picture deal. Nah, they'll lose her before IRON MAN 3.

How likely do you think it is, she may be required to sign on to Avengers as well? Her role seems more important to Avengers than IM3 imo.

FaT_tONle

01-14-2009, 11:05 PM

Minimum two picture deal with an option for a third... either a spinoff, IM3 appearance, or Avengers sequel.

I hope so. I just don't want her handling a gun or something like she is afriad she is going to break a nail.

Yeah the same character from Prada is gonna show up... :whatever:

HailtotheKing

01-14-2009, 11:39 PM

The Guard

01-14-2009, 11:41 PM

How likely do you think it is, she may be required to sign on to Avengers as well? Her role seems more important to Avengers than IM3 imo.

Joke.

Terrance Howard? Sam Jackson?

Chewy

01-14-2009, 11:43 PM

No, I'm am afriad Emily Blunt is going to show up. She has never done anything to prepare herself for a role like Black Widow. It's like when you see movies where people are using guns and they are shutting their eyes everytime it makes loud noise. That is exactly what I don't want.
Yes, because they would spend a couple of million paying Blunt, getting her costumes/weaponry designed, and writing her into action scenes without training her to handle a firearm :whatever:

Rac

01-15-2009, 12:58 AM

I wouldn't have picked her, but I'm starting to like it...

Octoberist

01-15-2009, 02:55 AM

No, I'm am afriad Emily Blunt is going to show up. She has never done anything to prepare herself for a role like Black Widow. It's like when you see movies where people are using guns and they are shutting their eyes everytime it makes loud noise. That is exactly what I don't want.

I think you're worried about stuff that you should worry LATER down the line.

RonStoppablefan

01-15-2009, 04:03 AM

All this casting news has me thrilled. IronMan taking on three villains, this should be intresting.

chamber-music

01-15-2009, 04:24 AM

that's what I meant, Lobo.

Also, it's kinda sad that Emily Blunt's career took off like a rocket, while her co-star Nathalie Press in the movie "My Summer of Love" was overshadowed. I think that WAS the 'IT' movie for both actresses, and yet, Blunt ran with it. Not to say that Ms. Press is not successful in her own right.

Blunt was great in "My Summer Of Love". A teenage rich manipulative seductress. People should really check that movie out as she was alot better in that movie the Devil Wheres Prada.

HailtotheKing

01-15-2009, 06:27 AM

Yes, because they would spend a couple of million paying Blunt, getting her costumes/weaponry designed, and writing her into action scenes without training her to handle a firearm :whatever:

Um, this happens all the time in hollywood so a big "whatever" right back at you.

http://www.imfdb.org/images/5/5f/Ronin-SAW.jpg

I think you're worried about stuff that you should worry LATER down the line.

The movie starts filming in April, a few weeks over 2 months from now. Why worry about it when it is too late and not when there is actually enough time for a change?

[A]

01-15-2009, 07:19 AM

^ haha :funny: that picture kills me (no pun intended)

MiniBond

01-15-2009, 08:05 AM

with this news my interest for the movie just doubled up :shock

terry78

01-15-2009, 10:10 AM

http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp228/messiahsjedi/Marvel%20Comics%20Universe/106712-170732-black-widow_super.jpg
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h99/amazngrace13/Marvel/blackwidow.jpg
http://i414.photobucket.com/albums/pp228/messiahsjedi/Marvel%20Comics%20Universe/Marvel%20Universe%20Teams%20and%20Groups/Marvel%20and%20DC/86728-black-canary_400.jpg

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s71/emmajstone/eb/emily_blunt_6000x0600x788.jpg
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h118/ilvujared/stock%20icons/Actor%20and%20Actress%20icons/4ytaa8i.png
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s71/emmajstone/eb/221744_large.jpg

bunk

01-15-2009, 10:15 AM

Joke.

Terrance Howard? Sam Jackson?

You don't think her character is more likely to appear in Avengers than in IM3?

[A]

01-15-2009, 10:20 AM

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s71/emmajstone/eb/emily_blunt_6000x0600x788.jpgHello there.

Antonello Blueberry

01-15-2009, 11:11 AM

I like her a lot. Being Black Widow will kill her possibilities as Catwoman or Wonder Woman, though.

Majik1387

01-15-2009, 11:15 AM

That's fine, she's not really a good candidate for WW for me, but she could be a good Catwoman.

DocHoliday

01-15-2009, 11:18 AM

cool deal. Now just get Sam Jackson as her boss.

Chris Wallace

01-15-2009, 11:45 AM

I like her a lot. Being Black Widow will kill her possibilities as Catwoman or Wonder Woman, though.

Good. I don't like her for either of those roles, but I could see her as Natasha.
Although I wonder about her control over her accent; can she do a Russian accent or are we gonna get another "Born in Russia, raised in England" story llike we did with Abomination?

Darth Elektra

01-15-2009, 12:47 PM

Emily Blunt would be a great addition to the Iron Man cast.

hatebox

01-15-2009, 02:05 PM

True story, my Mum and Emily's Mum used to be friends when I was about 2, and apparently I've hung out with her a few times. We haven't been in touch with them for over a decade though, so I guess that ship has sailed.

OsGom

01-15-2009, 03:23 PM

Good. I don't like her for either of those roles, but I could see her as Natasha.
Although I wonder about her control over her accent; can she do a Russian accent or are we gonna get another "Born in Russia, raised in England" story llike we did with Abomination?

I agree Chris. The accent is pivitol in my opinion. IMO they could get away with with Blonsky. Natasha Romanov is another matter. The accent is part of her mystique. She's ben good in the roles I have seen her in but BW is one of those characters I would love spun off into their own franchise. Sort of a female russian 007. Lots action, gadgets and revealing outfits. I don't know if Blunt is strong enough to pull it off.

Chris Wallace

01-15-2009, 04:51 PM

The accent is pivotal, OsGom. For all the reasons that you mentioned. And we've been ripped off too many times in that department.
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u68/NSUDemonChipmunk/Halle%20Berry/Storm2.jpghttp://i483.photobucket.com/albums/rr191/clarise_zafrina/rogue/Anna_Paquin_06.jpghttp://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f29/MagicaLuna/RPG/Darkstar/DanielCudmore_Piotr.jpg
The problem is, I have no clue whether or not Blunt can do it. Historically, British actors have proven capable of sounding like anything they want.
http://i418.photobucket.com/albums/pp266/praytell7/World%20War%20X/Nightcrawler.jpg
But whether Emily can do this or not remains to be seen.

Doctor Jones

01-15-2009, 05:04 PM

We have known BW was going to be in this flick forever. It was also stated they were "currently casting" the role in the articles that reported Rourke/Rockwell. The character appearing shouldn't be any surprise at this point.

And BW has very, very strong ties to Stark AND Dynamo in the comics.

Ahh, didn't know about the last part. I see now about Ivan and her. Okay, could work out. Actually this could be more like a spy tech type of film. Oooh, could be interesting. I'm getting more excited.

But is Hawkeye really neccessary?

kedrell

01-15-2009, 07:42 PM

^Not really, but I'm not against using him if it comes off organically and seems to fit the story.

I see no reason not to give Blunt the benefit of the doubt in regards to the accent. Let's just hope it's nothing like that aweful hot blonde chick's accent in TDK. That one seemed stereo-typical from the get go.

Sawyer

01-15-2009, 07:53 PM

Darkness Falls

01-16-2009, 12:12 AM

Awwwwwwwwwww Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaa :)

Iron_Stark

01-16-2009, 08:49 AM

Ahh, didn't know about the last part. I see now about Ivan and her. Okay, could work out. Actually this could be more like a spy tech type of film. Oooh, could be interesting. I'm getting more excited.

But is Hawkeye really neccessary?

like Kedrell said not really, but let me add, Hawkeye also has strong ties to BW, he started off along with her as IM villains way back in the Tales of Suspense days.

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About her accent, if T-Bag can do a believable Russian accent and even speak the language in the Hitman movie, I don't see why she can't.

Chris Wallace

01-16-2009, 11:44 AM

Lobo

01-16-2009, 12:30 PM

I could just see Hawkeye as a special SHIELD operative.

Spidey-Quad

01-16-2009, 01:02 PM

I vote yes! And double "swang"

FaT_tONle

01-16-2009, 01:22 PM

As I've said in other threads, that doesn't really matter. Punisher & Kingpin have strong ties to Spider-Man. Wolverine was introduced in a Hulk comic. Sabretooth was running around for years before being designated Wolverine's nemesis. Rogue started out in the Brotherhood, & Beast, Angel & Iceman were all established X-Men long before any of us ever saw an adamantium claw. What happens in the comics doesn't determine the route that the movies will go. That said, I'm on the fence about Hawkeye. I want an enjoyable movie with a story that makes sense. If Hawkeye can blend into that, so be it. If not, leave him out.
And from here on out, I won't pass judgement on Blunt's accent until I've heard it.

That's a good point... but the difference is Marvel has complete creative control over all these characters now. Sony does not have the rights to those other characters... if they did... I could EASILY see them doing some crossovers with Spiderman and Punisher... or at the very least... Kingpin as a villain. As far as X-Men... they did what they thought works best for a movie version (even though fans may not have agreed with the approach)... and that involves way more characters than any IM movie. I am skeptical myself... but there is an outside chance they can get this to work. Plus they HAVE to setup characters for Avengers... no other way around it. The whole lure of these solo franchises is the lead in to the Avengers movie.

cerealkiller182

01-16-2009, 01:27 PM

Am I the only one not worried about the size of the cast?

Chris Wallace

01-16-2009, 01:44 PM

Am I the only one not worried about the size of the cast?

I'm not really worried; if they can make it work I'm all for it. Plus, the ensemble cast could help the Avengers get off the ground.

kedrell

01-16-2009, 01:47 PM

Am I the only one not worried about the size of the cast?

I'm not either.

Chris Wallace

01-16-2009, 01:47 PM

That's a good point... but the difference is Marvel has complete creative control over all these characters now. Sony does not have the rights to those other characters... if they did... I could EASILY see them doing some crossovers with Spiderman and Punisher... or at the very least... Kingpin as a villain. As far as X-Men... they did what they thought works best for a movie version (even though fans may not have agreed with the approach)... and that involves way more characters than any IM movie. I am skeptical myself... but there is an outside chance they can get this to work. Plus they HAVE to setup characters for Avengers... no other way around it. The whole lure of these solo franchises is the lead in to the Avengers movie.
1-there ain't gonna be a Spidey/Punisher crossover EVER. You've got a better chance of seeing an Elvis concert. It was already pretty unlikely 5 years ago, as Spidey is tailored to the PG-13 crowd & Frank's a rated "R" kinda guy. Nevermind the fact that after 3-count 'em-3 unsuccessful attempts to launch a film franchise, I think it's safe to say that the Punisher is dead in the water.
2-I also really don't see Kingpin in a Spidey movie. The dynamic of the Spider-Man movies is that he battles supervillains, not gangsters.
I do, however, agree with the rest of your post.

kedrell

01-16-2009, 02:04 PM

1-there ain't gonna be a Spidey/Punisher crossover EVER. You've got a better chance of seeing an Elvis concert. It was already pretty unlikely 5 years ago, as Spidey is tailored to the PG-13 crowd & Frank's a rated "R" kinda guy. Nevermind the fact that after 3-count 'em-3 unsuccessful attempts to launch a film franchise, I think it's safe to say that the Punisher is dead in the water.

Only unless Marvel makes the next Punisher movie themselves(after a loooong 10 year or so hiatus). And they are guaranteed to get the rights back now, with how poorly this last Punisher film did. No way LG tries again. I know somebody at Marvel said they aren't interested in making any R rated films with their Marvel Studios label, but time changes things and a decade from now they may think differently. Punisher should only be a R rated film ever(no PG-13 crap here) and Marvel's the only ones who could realistically do a Punisher film justice. If they don't make it themselves it ain't gonna get done, period.

2-I also really don't see Kingpin in a Spidey movie. The dynamic of the Spider-Man movies is that he battles supervillains, not gangsters.

That's one of the two biggest beefs I have with the Spidey movies(his lack of being a smartass is the other). Spidey, like Batman, is a street-level hero. He's supposed to fight gangsters and whatnot as well as supervillains. There should be a good balance between the two in the films. I've always thought Kingpin would be awesome in a Spidey film as well as his Enforcers.

FaT_tONle

01-16-2009, 07:34 PM

Lone Wolf

01-17-2009, 04:02 PM

Blunt would be great as Widow. I could see her in the role and she'd be a good addition to the cast.
Am I the only one not worried about the size of the cast?
I'm not worried either. I remember when people were worried about the size of the cast for TDK...If they have plans of how this cast will be in the film, then not only am I for it but I'm sure it'll work nicely if handled correctly.

[A]

01-17-2009, 04:14 PM

I'm not really worried; if they can make it work I'm all for it. Plus, the ensemble cast could help the Avengers get off the ground.
You know, I never looked at the project this way. Now I'm more confident of the idea :oldrazz:

DarkReflections

01-20-2009, 12:58 AM

emily blunt is a perfect choice for black widow.

Spider-ManHero12

01-21-2009, 09:03 PM

I have to say, so far, the casting choices for Iron Man 2 have been great. :up:

Doctor Jones

01-24-2009, 08:20 PM

So farm IM2 is shaping up to be my most anticipated of 2010.

It's kinda nice to take a break of movies that I'm obsessive of and very looking forward to this year. All before it was TDK, KOTCS, SM3, etc, those wore me out. I have a couple years now. IM2 won't get me as excited as those others, but in 2011 goddamn, I'll be as mentally tired as a motherf***er.

FaT_tONle

01-24-2009, 09:36 PM

IM2 should be the film to beat in 2010... I mean what else is slated? Shrek 4??? Give me a break... HP7 is the Fall and will probably only outgross IM2 WW. But as far as domestic... I just don't see a film that will compete.

Chris Wallace

01-25-2009, 06:54 PM

You don't think Spidey can cross over with other major Marvel players outside the Spidey world? Even some FF cross overs could work... Dare Devil... something like that. They may not have done that for the first three movies... but had Sony acquired the rights to those particular characters... I think we would have seen those cross overs in the next set of Spidey films.

It won't happen, largely because of the rights issues. But also, think logically. The only reason for such crossovers or cameos is to appease fanboys. There's no real reason to do it. If it don't make dollars it don't make sense. If Spider-Man pulls down $821 mill worldwide, FF pulls down $330 mil (less than HALF that) & DD pulls down $179 mill (about half of what FF made), then why would any studio head think anybody really wants to see Spider-Man & one of the lesser moneymakers together? Statistics say otherwise.

Chris Wallace

01-25-2009, 07:00 PM

Only unless Marvel makes the next Punisher movie themselves(after a loooong 10 year or so hiatus). And they are guaranteed to get the rights back now, with how poorly this last Punisher film did. No way LG tries again. I know somebody at Marvel said they aren't interested in making any R rated films with their Marvel Studios label, but time changes things and a decade from now they may think differently. Punisher should only be a R rated film ever(no PG-13 crap here) and Marvel's the only ones who could realistically do a Punisher film justice. If they don't make it themselves it ain't gonna get done, period.

That's one of the two biggest beefs I have with the Spidey movies(his lack of being a smartass is the other). Spidey, like Batman, is a street-level hero. He's supposed to fight gangsters and whatnot as well as supervillains. There should be a good balance between the two in the films. I've always thought Kingpin would be awesome in a Spidey film as well as his Enforcers.

One-a 10-year hiatus when we've had such a huge boom of comic book movies is still dead in the water; any successful return would be viewed as a resurrection.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww265/xoxomoviestar23/batmanbegins.jpg
But keep in mind also, that Batman had at least known cinematic success at one point prior to the Nolan relaunch; a claim Punisher can't make. (And this is coming from someone who REALLY liked the 2004 movie.)
Two-I disagree that the street-level aspect of Spider-Man has been overlooked. We've seen him take down many a mugger & armed robber in the movies. But the focus has always remained on the supervillains. And I don't want to see that change. Let the DC heroes deal with the mob/criminal masterminds; Spidey is a superhero that fights supervillains. The comics & cartoons have plenty of room for him to balance the gangs with the costumed crazies. A 2-hour movie does not. I would no more want to see Sin-Eater.

Chewy

01-29-2009, 08:26 PM

Apparently she's moved on from "rumored" to "in talks"

Jason Segel is in negotiations and Emily Blunt has been offered to sign up for "Gulliver's Travels," Fox's Jack Black-starring modern re-imagining of Jonathan Swift's classic tale.

Rob Letterman is directing the story of free-spirited travel writer Lemuel Gulliver (Black), who on an assignment to the Bermuda Triangle washes ashore on the hidden island of Lilliput, home to a population of industrious yet tiny people.

Blunt would play the island's princess and the love interest of Horatio, Segel's character, a Lilliputian who befriends Gulliver.

Nicholas Stoller, who directed Segel in "Forgetting Sarah Marshall," wrote the screenplay with Joe Stillman.

John Davis is producing with Black and his Electric Dynamite partner Ben Cooley.

Steve Asbell is overseeing project for Fox, and Brian Manis is overseeing for Davis.

Principal photography begins in March.

Segel, one of the stars of CBS' "How I Met Your Mother," next appears on the big screen with Paul Rudd in John Hamburg's "I Love You Man." He is repped by Endeavor and Abrams Entertainment.

The CAA-repped Blunt is in talks to play the Black Widow in "Iron Man 2." Dates are being worked out, and she could end up doing both big-budget projects.

SOURCE (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/film/news/e3iae944bbce9080b6e0199a1899307ff0c)

FaT_tONle

01-29-2009, 08:37 PM

Good.. let's hope it comes to fruition.

Afropik

01-29-2009, 08:59 PM

Variety gives a little bit more information on Blunt's "double booking" movies

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117999277.html?categoryid=13&cs=1

Chewy

01-29-2009, 09:08 PM

Sounds like Emily & her agents would rather she appear in Iron Man II (who wouldn't?) but Fox is willing to cockblock if it comes to that. Hopefully they can work it out.

Here's the relevant stuff from that Variety article, for those who can't access it:

Blunt had already been offered the role of Black Widow in "Iron Man 2," but that may not be an option because of "Gulliver's Travels." Fox holds an option on the actress that was part of her deal when she co-starred in "The Devil Wears Prada," and the studio may invoke it to see that she takes part in the giant tale.

While Blunt's reps are still trying to work out scheduling so she can play both roles, it will be an uphill battle because of scheduling overlap. "Gulliver's Travels" will shoot in the U.K. in late March; "Iron Man 2" is expected to begin lensing in early April in Manhattan Beach, Calif.

Earlier this week it seemed that Marvel Entertainment would have to go back to the drawing board to find an actress to play Natasha Romanoff, the Soviet superspy who moonlights as Black Widow, a beauty in a skintight black costume enhanced by high-tech weaponry. But by late Thursday, it looked like Fox and Blunt's reps were feeling more optimistic that she could do both projects.

FaT_tONle

01-29-2009, 09:13 PM

You didn't post the rest... it appears likely she'll do both... but it may not happen. And the Fox "cockblock" is valid.... they had her under contract. Let's face it... Fox is out for blood. They continue targeting other superhero franchises because they are envious of them and sucked at making SH films themselves... we hate them... they hate us. The feeling is mutual. We just have to keep fighting. I am seriously contemplating bootlegging Wolverine. The minute you give in to Rothman is the second you get **** thrown in your face.

Majik1387

01-29-2009, 09:21 PM

The difference here is that all Blunt has to do is get a good lawyer to get her out of the Fox contract if she wants.

FaT_tONle

01-29-2009, 09:25 PM

Yeah like Marvel's contract is going to be so lucrative that Blunt is going to go through with a lawsuit and all... although maybe she might but I doubt it. But Marvel needs to add some incentives here if they are serious about keeping Blunt and not ****ing around with their actors for a change. Offer her some bonuses... "okay we will pay this up front... for Avengers we will bump you up this much... and for a third picture we will offer three times as much as you are making now." Ante up for a change... if they feel she is worth it.

Majik1387

01-29-2009, 09:27 PM

Well Fox isn't the only company that she makes movies in.

chamber-music

01-30-2009, 05:12 AM

Evil Twin

01-30-2009, 06:55 AM

The difference here is that all Blunt has to do is get a good lawyer to get her out of the Fox contract if she wants.

Sounds like someone who's never signed a contract.

Believe it or not, it's very hard to get out of a contract if the other party wants to enforce it. Messy and expensive. Not to mention, there's little doubt that a Judge would issue an injunction to block her from breaking a valid contract and who knows how long that would take to work its way through the courts. And, if she loses, like she very well may, she could be liable for damages.

Any decent lawyer is going to say, honor the contract and see if you can schedule around it.

Evil Twin

01-30-2009, 07:07 AM

Well Fox isn't the only company that she makes movies in.

Like other studios are going to line up to hire someone who looks to get out of valid contracts at the first opportunity. It's bad for the business reputation. There's no upside to being known as someone who's word, and signature, means nothing.

Ironfan72

01-30-2009, 09:06 AM

We'll have to wait and see how it plays out, she appears willing to do both films, its a matter of timing right now, the article says Marvel has offered the role, right now its between her agents and Fox to work out a deal.
She may not have a big role in IM2, so working out a schedule to shoot 2 films, that start filming a month apart shouldn't be to awefully diffecult, it may come down to Fox and their willingness to let her work on both films.

Darth Elektra

01-30-2009, 01:24 PM

Hopefully Blunt can play in both films. She would make a great Black Widow.

Octoberist

01-30-2009, 03:02 PM

I swear, there's something always happening with the production/cast every week!

FaT_tONle

01-30-2009, 04:39 PM

Yeah there better be something happening... considering filming should start in a few months...

Doctor Jones

01-30-2009, 06:23 PM

Don't pull a Katie Holmes!

Chris Wallace

01-31-2009, 02:59 PM

I'm not going to form an opinion until I know for sure.

OsGom

02-04-2009, 09:15 AM

Considering her limited pedigree if Blunt drops out it's no big loss. I think there are many other attractive capable actresses that can fill this part and would jump at the chance to work in this franchise.

kedrell

02-04-2009, 09:42 AM

^True, but I hope she can do it.

drax

02-08-2009, 01:39 PM

I find her very great for black widow, she's really gorgeous, I hope she will take the role, I can't wait to see Iron Man 2.

OsGom

02-09-2009, 12:47 PM

Casting a woman as a superhero just because she looks good is the same as casting a wrestler as a superhero just because he is muscular.

I would love to see BW spun off in her own franchise so I would like to see a capable actress cast in the role to begin with. In my limited viewings of Ms. Blunt's work I haven't been blown away. Not that I am opposed to castin her. I just wouldn't want anyone cast based solely on looks.

I have confidence marvel knows what they're doing.

fu manchu

02-09-2009, 02:13 PM

She does have an Oscar nod, so she does know something about acting. It not like Marvel casting a model for her first acting part.

FlawlessVictory

02-09-2009, 07:07 PM

She does have an Oscar nod, so she does know something about acting. It not like Marvel casting a model for her first acting part.

No she doesn't. But regardless, an Oscar nomination is not needed to determine how good an actor is.

fu manchu

02-09-2009, 08:25 PM

oops, I meant golden globe nomination. she also has some other acting awards and nomination to her name.

btw, i didn't mean she was a really good actress, but that she knows how to act and its not entirely based on her looks.

FaT_tONle

02-09-2009, 11:15 PM

I don't think BW would have held her own in a solo film... look at the flops like Aoen Flux... I mean the Resident Evils were terrible with Mila Jovovich of all leads. Hell I wasn't even too impressed with Beckinsale and the Underworld films, or even Jolie for that matter if you want to talk Tomb Raider. Not to be sexest... but these action franchises with female leads have not done all that well... not because they can not do well period. All or most of them have just been bad films. I just say introduce BW in IM2 as it is. Put her in Avengers. Then maybe do a SHIELD movie where you have multiple heroes and Marvel characters participating OR do a Hawkeye/Dare Devil film with BW as a love interest (I'd prefer a Hawkeye movie more than a DD reboot if BW is to be involved). Most preferably just use her again in an Avengers sequel. Three movies should be about right.

Mister Sinister

02-12-2009, 06:03 PM

OK, now I hope she doesn't get the role. (http://www.slashfilm.com/2009/02/12/iron-man-2-eliza-dushku-wants-to-be-the-black-widow/)

cerealkiller182

02-12-2009, 06:05 PM

OK, now I hope she doesn't get the role. (http://www.slashfilm.com/2009/02/12/iron-man-2-eliza-dushku-wants-to-be-the-black-widow/)

meh...prefer Blunt

Lobo

02-12-2009, 06:07 PM

OK, now I hope she doesn't get the role. (http://www.slashfilm.com/2009/02/12/iron-man-2-eliza-dushku-wants-to-be-the-black-widow/)

I LOVE Dushku, but I prefer Blunt for the role. I won't be upset at all if she gets it though, even though she's become my choice for Lois Lane.

kedrell

02-12-2009, 06:25 PM

Either are perfectly acceptable IMO. And whichever one doesn't get it, there's always that Madame Masque character that I hope eventually shows up in one of the IM movies. ;)

[A]

02-12-2009, 06:28 PM

lol @ Dushku. teenage wankers would be happy, though

batboy99

02-12-2009, 06:30 PM

Dushku would be great. She can definetly kick ass and she said she had to play a russian in Dollhouse. I prefer Blunt, but Dushku would be great.

Chewy

02-12-2009, 06:42 PM

Dushku wants a role in what is likely to be the largest film of 2010? Whoda thunk it...

terry78

02-12-2009, 06:45 PM

Why would Dushku as Black Widow be a bad thing? She ain't a terrible actress.

cerealkiller182

02-12-2009, 06:47 PM

Why would Dushku as Black Widow be a bad thing? She ain't a terrible actress.

I'll agree they could do worse, but I wouldnt say Dushku is good

batboy99

02-12-2009, 06:49 PM

Shes not GREAT, but shes good. Shes good in her indipenadant films that shes done. Shes just type cast IMO. Lets wait till Dollhouse. Shes going to be playing a different ''character'' every week.

Ive been thinking about this idea more and just listened to the Stern interview and I think Eliza would be a top match for Black Widow, if she can pull off the accent. Shes not a GREAT actress, but shes acceptable, she definetly can do action, she looks good in a latex suit and she knows how to handle a gun.

Ironfan72

02-12-2009, 09:04 PM

I like Eliza and wouldn't hate her as Blackwidow, she would be an interesting choice, and if Fox doesn't let Emily Blunt take the role, then give Eliza a chance, who knows, worth keeping an eye on.

batboy99

02-12-2009, 09:20 PM

isnt Blunt doing some stupid movie with Jack Black or something like that?

Chewy

02-12-2009, 09:24 PM

^ Yes, and last we heard her agents were trying to work out her schedule so she could do both

batboy99

02-12-2009, 09:27 PM

Oh thats good then. Im definetly in favor of the both of them ,but I think Blunt fits better with the cast.

FaT_tONle

02-12-2009, 10:23 PM

Dushku would be a better Madame Masque.

Philly Phanboy

02-13-2009, 11:43 AM

Ew. Dushku as Black Widow is on the same level as Alba as Invisible Woman.

kedrell

02-13-2009, 12:32 PM

^I wouldn't say so. A lot of stuff depends on who's directing her, and Favreau is leagues better than Story ever was.

batboy99

02-13-2009, 03:00 PM

Eliza is a MUCH better actress than Alba. And I totally agree with Kendrell. I think it depends on who is directing her. Im sure Favreau would do a good job directing her. And she also wants the role, so she might try even harder since its a role she really wants.

cerealkiller182

02-13-2009, 03:29 PM

Ew. Dushku as Black Widow is on the same level as Alba as Invisible Woman.

agreed

batdude

02-13-2009, 03:42 PM

I would really love Eliza to do this. The only real problem is the red hair. Blunt would'nt be a bad second choice though.

batboy99

02-13-2009, 06:23 PM

In all fairness, Blunt does fit the role better. But I think Eliza would be great. Shes definetly my choice for the role now.(But I still got hope that Blunt can do both films)

Majik1387

02-13-2009, 06:23 PM

Red hair is easily fixable if they actually treat it with care. They could even get a wig if need be.:huh:

Episode29

02-13-2009, 08:31 PM

From EW.com:

'Iron Man 2': Scarlett Johansson to replace Emily Blunt as Black Widow?
Feb 13, 2009, 07:30 PM | by Nicole Sperling

Categories: Movie Biz

Because Emily Blunt's commitment to Twentieth Century Fox and the studio's upcoming Gulliver's Travels movie may prohibit her from costarring in Iron Man 2, Marvel is in discussions with other actresses, most significantly Scarlett Johansson, to take her place, EW has learned exclusively. Marvel will not confirm, but sources around Hollywood say Johansson has indeed met with the filmmakers and is interested in taking the role of Russian superspy Natasha Romanoff, who doubles as Black Widow. Blunt's reps are still trying to make both projects work, but Gulliver's is further along, with a start date of April 15. Iron Man 2 still doesn't have a shooting script and a start date has not yet been determined.

Majik1387

02-13-2009, 08:36 PM

Scarlet.:down

FaT_tONle

02-13-2009, 08:43 PM

You've gotto be kidding me... HELL NO to Scarlett... she's like 24 and I am already sick of her being in just about everything. Maybe Ms. Marvel or somebody but not Widow...

Octoberist

02-13-2009, 08:47 PM

when was Scarlett in 'everything'?

fu manchu

02-13-2009, 09:02 PM

hmm....scarlett in a skintight black costume. :drool:

Philly Phanboy

02-13-2009, 09:52 PM

Reading the ScarJo rumor over again, I make it out that Ryan Reynolds might have suggested she "throw her hat into the ring" for the role and it's not Marvel that is actively pursuing her. Going by his past casting decisions I strongly doubt that Favs would find her a serious contender.

With the degree of support people on forums have shown towards Blunt, I'd think that Marvel would be trying vigorously to work something out with Fox to keep her attached to IM2.

Worst case scenario I could even see them going with another forum supported choice, Milla Jovovich, especially given that she's worked with RDJ before.

Majik1387

02-13-2009, 09:56 PM

I don't think Marvel has any problem pursuing Blunt, it's friggin Fox that gets in the way, like it always does.:cmad:

Hunter Rider

02-13-2009, 10:08 PM

I thought Blunt was a solid choice but I prefer Scarlett. :up:

Lobo

02-13-2009, 10:30 PM

I LOVED the idea of Blunt as Black Widow, but this Scarlett ideas makes me think Hmmmm. Methinks, I like it :up:

Majik1387

02-13-2009, 10:31 PM

I don't think Scarlet has what it takes for BW.:down

Hunter Rider

02-13-2009, 10:35 PM

I don't think Scarlet has what it takes for BW.:down

No point in arguing but I am curious what exactly it was in Blunt's resume that made you feel she could pull the character off ?

Chewy

02-13-2009, 10:45 PM

I can't see this actually happening.

FaT_tONle

02-13-2009, 11:19 PM

I like Blunt a lot better b/c she isn't overexposed and she could blend in a lot better. Can't say the same for Sca Jo...

louiebling$

02-13-2009, 11:22 PM

im sick off all this back in forth with the actors/Actresses.. this film starts filming in 2 1/2 and a half months :cmad:

Majik1387

02-13-2009, 11:42 PM

No point in arguing but I am curious what exactly it was in Blunt's resume that made you feel she could pull the character off ?
Not arguing, simple disagreement.
Well I find Blunt to be a better actress, has a better vocal presence and she looks the part more than Scarlet. I like Scarlet don't get me wrong, but I find her over-suggested for female roles on these boards.
I mean even Dushku is a better fit than Scarlet, in looks, fighting background, and age.
im sick off all this back in forth with the actors/Actresses.. this film starts filming in 2 1/2 and a half months :cmad:
lol Watch someone get cast the day before shooting.:oldrazz:

louiebling$

02-14-2009, 12:44 AM

you had to say it didnt you :csad:

Hunter Rider

02-14-2009, 01:00 AM

Not arguing, simple disagreement.
Well I find Blunt to be a better actress, has a better vocal presence and she looks the part more than Scarlet. I like Scarlet don't get me wrong, but I find her over-suggested for female roles on these boards.
I mean even Dushku is a better fit than Scarlet, in looks, fighting background, and age.

When I said "No point in arguing" I was just meaning my post was not a challenge to your opinion, just a question. the only part I agree on is Blunt has a slightly better look for the part but not body wise, but I'd be fine with either even if I do prefer Scarlett in the role. I also don't see what difference being suggested a lot on these boards should make, directors should be casting who they feel is right, whether she has been suggested for comic book roles 400 times on a message board or just twice.

Majik1387

02-14-2009, 02:22 AM

you had to say it didnt you :csad:
:twisted:
When I said "No point in arguing" I was just meaning my post was not a challenge to your opinion, just a question.
Just thought I'd put a disclaimer because I've seen a lot of semi-arguments in casting threads lately.
the only part I agree on is Blunt has a slightly better look for the part but not body wise, but I'd be fine with either even if I do prefer Scarlett in the role.
I can agree on the body but I have seen Blunt in fuller shape than she's been lately.
I also don't see what difference being suggested a lot on these boards should make, directors should be casting who they feel is right, whether she has been suggested for comic book roles 400 times on a message board or just twice.
I agree, but on a message board to suggest the same thing again and again gets way too repetitive and boring because there's only so much you can say about someone.

MiniBond

02-14-2009, 06:03 AM

I love scarlett but I'd be more interested in seeing Blunt in the role !

darthlaney

02-14-2009, 06:03 AM

If Blunt is out - My first choice would be MEW - Just say NO to JO

WillardNation

02-14-2009, 06:12 AM

as much as I love Scarlett, I'm not sure if she fits this role.

louiebling$

02-14-2009, 06:29 AM

Jo must fit what. Favs wants.... he seems to know where he wants to go with this film... so maybe we should just leave it on jons hands .... he did a remarkable job on the 1st an d he's expecting to give give the fans more this time around.....

bapi

02-14-2009, 07:01 AM

Emily would be better.

Keyser Soze

02-14-2009, 07:15 AM

Hmmmm.... I thought Blunt was a better choice, personally. Scarlett is one of these actresses that I can recognise is talented, but I personally have never really warmed to her. Then again, the problem has often been me finding her on-screen persona too cold and distant to really invest in her characters, and cold and distant might compliment Black Widow.

While I would have preferred Blunt, casting Scarlett is by no means the end of the world. I'm open to the possibility of her winning me over.

Ironfan72

02-14-2009, 09:04 AM

Sounds interesting, Marvel at least is trying to bring in hot talent, I've personally not seen much with Scarlett in it, but people I've spoken with say she's very talented.
This role of Blackwidow has had some big names thrown around, Emily Blunt, Eliza Dusku and now Scarlett , I beleive in Favreau and his vision.

Spider-ManHero12

02-14-2009, 09:20 AM

I think Blunt may have fit the role better, but I also think Scarlett will do a really good job. So, who knows?

Lobo

02-14-2009, 09:21 AM

My order of preference would be:

1. Blunt
2. Johansson
3. Dushku

hatebox

02-14-2009, 10:10 AM

I like Scarlett enough but, when i think about it, the only film I've seen her been positively good in was Lost in Translation.

Of the 7 or so other films I've seen her in she's been positively average. And I can't see her being a good choice for this. I don't know what direction they're going for with the character, but it feels like hiring a star rather than the best fit.

terry78

02-14-2009, 10:21 AM

I think Scarlett actually would work well with this....she does seem to have that slightly deeper octave to her voice that a Russian chick would have. Mindy Kaling from the office did a standup routine imitating her and basically lowered her voice sounding like a dude. It was hilarious, but she does have that kind of voice.

ultimatefan

02-14-2009, 10:47 AM

Well, I think Scarlett is a terrific actress who can definitely pull off the femme fatale angle - don´t judge her for The Spirit, that movie was a train wreck in all aspects, no actors could have saved something so ill-conceived all around . Maybe she´s a little too petit for those action roles, though.

Eliza Dushku is hot, but I never saw what´s the big deal on her acting. Word out there from early reviews is she turned out to be the wrong choice for the Dollhouse main role, which DEMANDS a terrific, chameleonic actress.

Isildur´s Heir

02-14-2009, 11:22 AM

Scarlett is an awful choise for the Black Widow.
See doesn´t look nothing like Natasha

Chris Wallace

02-14-2009, 11:27 AM

I'd rather have Blunt.

FaT_tONle

02-14-2009, 11:34 AM

My order of preference would be:

1. Blunt
2. Johansson
3. Dushku

I'd go:

1: Blunt
2: Blunt
3: Blunt

FlawlessVictory

02-14-2009, 11:51 AM

I definitely prefer Blunt. She has a more athletic, lean looking body. And when you look at her face/eyes, you get the idea there is a lot going on there, she is sexy but looks like she could double cross you at anytime. Scarlett comes across as too "soft" for me.

OsGom

02-14-2009, 12:11 PM

Not arguing, simple disagreement.
Well I find Blunt to be a better actress, has a better vocal presence and she looks the part more than Scarlet.

Based on what role exactly. I liked her in Devil Wears Prada but if that role is supposed to define her career to date I am less than impressed. I have to admit I added Sunshine Cleaning service to my Netflix because it sounded intriguing.

Certainly I don't necessarily think that means she shouldn't be cast as BW but when you compare her meager pedigree to Scarlett's it just pales in comparison. Of the other four roles I have seen Emily she just didn't make much of an impact on me. I can think of four roles in which I loved Scarlett that she headlined.

If she can pull off the accent then I would say she could definitely pull off Black Widow. Also from a possible franchise standpoint she has the name to carry it.

Now if it were me casting I might choose to go with the right unknown (relatively) for less money than pay star bucks for Johanssen.

..and Dushku? She's okay eye candy but I wasted an hour of my life watching Dollhouse last night. She has the range of a young Carmen Elektra. How they thought it was a good idea to cast her a chameonlike genius/spy/hostage negotiator I don't know. But then again I always thought Whedon was overrated.:twisted:

Franklin Richards

02-14-2009, 12:24 PM

Why was the ScarJo thread closed? Fake news?

:thing: :doom: :thing:

mclay18

02-14-2009, 01:05 PM

Scarlett is hugely overrated. Almost every movie she seems to either phone it in or doesn't care -- like The Black Dahlia, The Spirit and Match Point. The only good work she's done is Lost in Translation and Girl With a Pearl Earring. She does look a lot more homely and smarter as a brunette though.

I still want Blunt. I thought both Marvel and Fox were able to coordinate Blunt's schedule for her to do both movies at the same time before this popped up.

DJ Kornphlake

02-14-2009, 01:11 PM

I'd rather see Scarlett as Black Cat.

MiniBond

02-14-2009, 01:17 PM

http://img2.timeinc.net/people/i/2007/specials/oscars07/show/beauty/emily_blunt.jpghttp://scarlettjohansson.celebden.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/scarlett-johansson.jpg

so......what a fight :hehe:

p4poetic

02-14-2009, 01:29 PM

Um...the fact that she hasn't done any movie yet to show that she has the physical prowess and agility one would think should be required for the role of Black Widow.

I have a strong fear in the back of my head that fight scenes with her could possibly end up like this.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XDCBe8Az2I

Shooting starts in April so they only have about 2 months to get her ready.

Umm...all actors start out that way :huh: Halle Berry, Rebbecca Romjin, Uma Thurman, Lucy Lawless, etc. hadn't done anything like that before they were cast in their respective roles. Maybe someone like Hilary Swank had prior experience, and Lucy Lawless already was a horseback rider, but they general don't cast gymnasts and/or martial artists who are amateur actors. Unless this was Mighty Morphin Power Rangers :woot:

Chris Wallace

02-14-2009, 01:33 PM

I'd rather see Scarlett as Black Cat.

Ugh.
How about Blunt as Natasha & Scarlett as the other Widow?:woot:

Lobo

02-14-2009, 01:34 PM

Ah, her name was Yelena Belova

Chris Wallace

02-14-2009, 01:38 PM

Right. Drew a blank for a sec.

I SEE SPIDEY

02-14-2009, 01:42 PM

I hope that Scarlett news isn't true because she is more miss than hit IMHO. Then again Favs did actually have me like Paltrow in a movie.

Chris Wallace

02-14-2009, 01:50 PM

I can't think of anything I have truly seriously liked w/Scarlett in it.

MiniBond

02-14-2009, 02:04 PM

Then again Favs did actually have me like Paltrow in a movie.

not even in Se7en ?:cwink:

FlawlessVictory

02-14-2009, 02:05 PM

I hope that Scarlett news isn't true because she is more miss than hit IMHO. Then again Favs did actually have me like Paltrow in a movie.

Haha. The Tony Stark/Pepper Potts dynamic is the best superhero/love interest portrayal that I've ever seen in a comic book film.

I can't think of anything I have truly seriously liked w/Scarlett in it.

What about The Prestige?

Hypestyle

02-14-2009, 02:39 PM

...anything else scarlett can do? madame masque? heh... as long as her outfit is revealing... :)

batboy99

02-14-2009, 03:02 PM

No to Scarlett. Love her but I cant see her as BW. Black Cat on the other hand... Or if she wants to be in IM, Carol Danvers would suit her perfectly.
Im rin the Dushku camp right now if Blunt cant do it.

batboy99

02-14-2009, 03:10 PM

Yellow Cyclone

02-14-2009, 03:48 PM

http://img255.imageshack.us/img255/7361/scarlettjohanssonmw3.jpg

:hyper:

hatebox

02-14-2009, 04:00 PM

If Dushku is hired for such a major part the credibility of this film will drop, though only slightly. She's a middling tv actress.

terry78

02-14-2009, 04:03 PM

If Dushku is hired for such a major part the credibility of this film will drop, though only slightly. She's a middling tv actress.

TV isn't viewed as a lower calling anymore these days. You see how many A-listers are doing tv shows.

hatebox

02-14-2009, 04:18 PM

Well, ok then - she's a mediocre actress period.

WillardNation

02-14-2009, 04:49 PM

terry78

02-14-2009, 05:06 PM

http://i357.photobucket.com/albums/oo15/big_black_boobs/scarlett_johannsen.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v610/permanent-transition/fangrrl/scarlett/scarlett_sday78wa_by_peanutter_in_r.jpg
http://i297.photobucket.com/albums/mm220/AnnaMollyMadison/lost_in_translation_movie_image_bil.jpg

FaT_tONle

02-14-2009, 05:34 PM

If Scar Jo is casted then they should go with the second BW... the one a previous poster brought up... Yelena Belova... sort of updated post-Soviet version. She'd fit better lookwise. No sense tweaking with every characters origin in order to update them to the modern day. Now that Crimson Dynamo has been ruled out by RDJ plus the fact that the Russian/Soviet angle has gotten quite old.

Majik1387

02-14-2009, 05:36 PM

I can see Scarlett as the second Black Widow, I just favor the first BW.

batboy99

02-14-2009, 06:03 PM

Yeah, I can sewe her as the second BW as well, but if they went with the second one, well, that would be stupid.

BTW, does anyone has those hi res pics of the tomb raider models in the PVC catsuits?

batdude

02-14-2009, 06:48 PM

Oh brother. Yes, Scarlett does look like the second Widow, but I'm going to assume this is the original version.

I SEE SPIDEY

02-14-2009, 06:56 PM

not even in Se7en ?:cwink:I haven't watched Seven in forever. I remember her not being bad in it.

What about The Prestige?I thought that she was terrible in The Prestige but I absolutely loved everything else in The Prestige.

Lobo

02-14-2009, 07:55 PM

For anyone not familiar with Yelena Belova aka Black Widow II biography http://www.marveldirectory.com/pictures/individuals/b_1d/blackwidowii.jpg

FaT_tONle

02-14-2009, 08:34 PM

Frankly I don't even know why they are intoducing Widow and possibly Hawkeye in IM2 in the first place. I'd rather see them introduced in IM3 leading into their roles in an Avengers sequel. Assuming both characters are in Avengers along with Cap, Hulk, IM, Thor, maybe Nick Fury. Makes me wonder if Hank and Janet Pym will even be in the Avengers film. I just think its way too crowded looking at how it is shaping up.

Chris Wallace

02-14-2009, 09:33 PM

Haha. The Tony Stark/Pepper Potts dynamic is the best superhero/love interest portrayal that I've ever seen in a comic book film.
I wouldn't go that far.

What about The Prestige?
Haven't seen it.

p4poetic

02-14-2009, 09:51 PM

If Dushku is hired for such a major part the credibility of this film will drop, though only slightly. She's a middling tv actress.

Will Smith was/is a TV actor. Jessica Alba is/was a TV actress. Johnny Depp is/was a TV actor. Being a TV actor is not 'below' anything or anyone else.

Chris Wallace

02-14-2009, 10:14 PM

And Jessica & Johnny's shows got cancelled rather quickly.

hatebox

02-14-2009, 10:24 PM

Will Smith was/is a TV actor. Jessica Alba is/was a TV actress. Johnny Depp is/was a TV actor. Being a TV actor is not 'below' anything or anyone else.

The only slight difference being that two out of the three you named there actually have talent.

Chris Wallace

02-14-2009, 10:29 PM

The only slight difference being that two out of the three you named there actually have talent.

I'm guessing the 2 would be the ones who manage to stay fully clothed for an entire film.

p4poetic

02-15-2009, 01:59 AM

Oh you must mean Will :oldrazz:

http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/5695/will21072782sq8.jpg

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/2255/willsmith1089626id3.jpg

I forgot to add though, that James Franco and Seth Rogan were/are TV actors as well. Just naming some off the top of my head, I know there's several. And who was Tobey Maguire really, before Spider-Man? Or Elijah Wood before The Lord of the Rings? Child stars. Many of them can make it to the big screen.

OsGom

02-15-2009, 04:05 AM

Bull. Whedon made the role speciafically for her. He wants to showcase her talent.

Fixed

If that's the case then he failed. The pilot was forgettable and though Ms. Dushku is lovely her performance was plastic and derivative. i am not however a fan of her or Whedon.

Well, ok then - she's a mediocre actress period.

Mediocre is being kind. I can't think of one memorable thing she has done outside of BTVS. Bring It On maybe?......wretch!
I definitely prefer Blunt. She has a more athletic, lean looking body. And when you look at her face/eyes, you get the idea there is a lot going on there, she is sexy but looks like she could double cross you at anytime. Scarlett comes across as too "soft" for me.

Again I have to ask, what makes Blunt the preferred Black Widow. Her massive acting pedigree? Her extensive background in the action genre? She is relatively unknown.

Not that I don't think she can pull it off. I just find it odd people are pimping her for this part that have seen her in only a couple supporting roles.

If you want her cast solely on looks then say that. Then you can talk about which wrestlers to cast as Cap and Thor.

Scarlett has headlined several excellent movies. Though like many actors has appeared in her share crap. Lost in Translation, The Horse Whisperer, In Good Company, Girl with a Pearl Earring, Ghost World (a very good comic adaptation) and Prestige were all examples of her capable acting abilities.

I'm just pointing out if you what to move beyond looks (of which Scarlett has more than her fair share) and compare the two on their talent and body of work. I believe Scarlett holds the edge.

In addition my hope is that BW is ultimately be spun off in her own Bond/Bourne type franchise. Scarlett has built in popularity that that could be enhanced with strong performances in IM2 and The Avengers. I think Emily would have to work a lot harder to parlay a franchise. Again Edge to Scarlett.

Then again I'm, not sure what criteria (beyond looks) you are using to crown Ms. Blunt as the preferred BW. I think there are plenty of lovely and capable actresses out there that are a better choice for this part.

MiniBond

02-15-2009, 07:22 AM

I was just led to think that olga Kurylenko would be good too for the role:

http://www.olga-kurylenko.net/gallery/albums/Scans/2008%2011%20GQ%20Germany/normal_002.jpg

WillardNation

02-15-2009, 07:52 AM

^^^^Agreed.

batboy99

02-15-2009, 12:41 PM

[quote=OsGom;16444591]If that's the case then he failed. The pilot was forgettable and though Ms. Dushku is lovely her performance was plastic and derivative. i am not however a fan of her or Whedon.

1. Its a pilot. Pilots are always rough around the edges. You cant judge a show soley on the first episode
2. She wasnt that bad. She played a convinicng date. She played a convincing ''child'' if you will and she acted very impowering as that lawyer type chick. She was a little stiff as the lawyer chick, but I just assumed thats because she wasnt supposed to show emotion and act ''professional.''

Mediocre is being kind. I can't think of one memorable thing she has done outside of BTVS. Bring It On maybe?......wretch!

She was good in her small part in The Kiss(though not a good movie)
She was the only good part of Sex and Breakfast.
She was fine in the New Guy.
She played a convincing tough biatch in Jay and Silent Bob.

Shes no Meryl Streep, but she isnt terrible.
I personally dont think she has been given the right role yet. Shes very type cast as the rebellious, on the edge tough girl.
I personally think shes a better actress than Kate Beckinsale, or Alba, Biel,Holmes etc.

And since this is a role she wants, Im sure she would try even harder.
Theres no harm in getting her an acting coach to make her give a better performance.

IMO, one thing that I think she lacks is facial expression.
I find this with alot of other actors as well. She doesnt know all the muscles and functions of her face and whatnot. Thats one thing that stage actors do great at. If she could show more expression, I think it would make her performances better.

Again, she isnt great, but shes an acceptable, capable actress.

mclay18

02-15-2009, 02:19 PM

No one has suggested Stephanie Romanov for the role? She has experience playing evil -- anyone remember her Lilah character from "Angel"?

Surely her asking price is lower than Johannson's or Blunt's. And she looks the part, too.

Majik1387

02-15-2009, 05:56 PM

Can we not turn this into a casting thread please

Rac

02-15-2009, 06:21 PM

Eh, I'm not diggin Scarlett as BW. Not even Yelena (that's for Milicevic).

Scarlett's more good for Power Girl and suchs.

Chris Wallace

02-15-2009, 07:37 PM

WillardNation

02-15-2009, 08:11 PM

the more I think about it the more I'm sold on Scarlet playing Carol Danvers, although I know that will never happen....

Chris Wallace

02-15-2009, 08:14 PM

Again, Scarlett has just never impressed me. She's a lot like Halle to me: nice to look at, but really contributes little or nothing to any film IMO.

WillardNation

02-15-2009, 08:25 PM

I totally agree with you on Halle, but I personally think Scarlett is ok.

Chris Wallace

02-15-2009, 08:26 PM

THat's the problem. She's ok. Why can't we get extraordinary?

Crook

02-15-2009, 08:34 PM

Who's extraordinary for this role?

batboy99

02-15-2009, 08:41 PM

I personally think Blunt is the best we're gonna get.
I hope she can do both movies though, but I dont know if that will happen.

mclay18

02-15-2009, 09:48 PM

Can we not turn this into a casting thread please

Well since this is a case of whether Blunt or Johannson can take the role, why not bandy around other names too?

At least until Marvel puts out a press release or Variety does an update on their story.

batdude

02-16-2009, 03:17 AM

I'm not sure about this, but I don't think Blunt has ever done an action movie. While both Eliza and Scarlett have. something to be considered at least.

Majik1387

02-16-2009, 05:43 AM

Well since this is a case of whether Blunt or Johannson can take the role, why not bandy around other names too?

At least until Marvel puts out a press release or Variety does an update on their story.
Because those 2 were based on actual reports, not fanboy dream castings. You want to put in dream cast go to the casting threads.

Red X

02-16-2009, 10:32 AM

I don't want Scarlett. I want Blunt!

Doctor Jones

02-16-2009, 10:34 AM

Scarlett is a bit too much for the role of BW. I prefer Blunt.

It could turn into some damn "E! what's the gossip of Scar Jo on the set of Iron Man 2?"

Philly Phanboy

02-16-2009, 11:20 AM

This is a bit off topic but has anybody else noticed how hugely inspired (or uninspired depending on your POV) Marvel movies have become by of all things, people showcased in the yearly Vanity Fair Hollywood edition?

Maguire and Dunst for SM movies; Connelly, Norton and Roth for Hulk movies; Dorff, Biel and Reedus for Blade movies; Kerry Washington for FF; Wes Bently for GR; and for the Iron Man movies we're getting Paltrow, Cheadle, Samuel L. Jackson and maybe Blunt or ScarJo. Add to that our DiCaprio, McConaughey and Pitt rumours for future movies...

Sure it's wise to go after hot actors/actresses but there seems to be a disproportionate representation of where they are getting their talent pool ideas from. Very inside the box...or rather inside the Vanity Fair magazine... :hehe:

If they end up giving us Chris Klein, Barry Pepper or Paul Walker for Hawkeye we'll know something is up and where we can look for all future possible castings.