You're The Producer Of The Superman Reboot

[Excel]

Everybody seems to have a take on everything-casting, directing, look. how to make the film successful, what the movie should be about, ect. This is kind of those all in one. Imagine you are the Producer of the next Superman film, and you are starting from scratch. Like recent successful reboots, this is going to revitalize and invent Superman for a new audience while aiming to keep it the same classic character thats been very popular for nearly 75 years. This is the culmination of all the little things weve talked about into creating the big picture. You have 2 tasks:

1st and foremost, to make a quality film that both average moviegoers and the die hard fans will enjoy. This is where the film makers and actors come into play; sets, costumes, look, ect.

2nd, you need to worry about how much money your going to spend as well as much money your going to make. How to get the most bang for buck. It wouldnt be logical to cast Tom Hanks as Jor-el along with Johnny Depp as Luthor with Spielberg directing; not only is it totally impossible but much too expensive. This goes covers everything from marketing to release; spinning stories so the buzz is as good as it is big, ect.

Take us through step by step of how you would do it. How would you make the greatest Superman film ever, and how would you make financially successful? The entire idea is aimed at making audiences forget about Superman Returns, much like BB did to B&R, CR to DAD, ect.

Ill start mine here; I wont do everything at once because that would just make it boring; Ill do the 1st 3 big announcements now, in the order I would have the come, with a time frame/date. Just to spice it up a bit and make this a bit different than the standard "Your in charge thread", when I announce my picks, Ill do 2 things: Write as if your reading it as an announcement on say, the Hype! Mainpage, and than offer a 2nd paragraph offering insight into my decision.

Warner Bros. taps Caruso to helm 'Superman' revival
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April 5th, 2010
Los Angeles-Warner Brothers Studios announced today that they have signed Eagle Eye and Disturbia director D.J. Caruso to direct their latest 'Superman' installment. Says a Warner Brothers spokesman "D.J. is the perfect person to revive and reintroduce this classic character with a refreshing take to modern audiences". Caruso will directing a script written by Stuart Beattie, who was commissioned by the projects Producers last year to write a Superman origin film.

Caruso wasnt my 1st choice, however he makes the most sense. It came down to him, Chris Columbus, and Francis Lawrence. While the latter 2 have had more box office success and have worked with W.B. more in the past, I dont feel either were right for Superman. I am Legends success was due almost entirely to Will Smiths presence, and I dont like his look for Superman. Columbus has experience with huge projects and W.B., but I wanted to get somebody who was *about* to hit it big, not somebone who already has. That way, Superman can be this persons real pet franchise, the way Bats is for Nolan, Spidey is for Raimi, ect. Carusos made to solid, well made films that have become hits based on the matiriel he produced. His style, which is serious while still corwd pleasing rather flat out epic, fits the style I want the Superman project to have perfectly.

Tom Hanks joins Warners 'Superman'
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June 14th, 2010
Los Angeles-Warner Brothers announced today the 1st major casting decision for their upcoming 'Superman' film, and strangely enough, it wasnt for the title role. However, the signing of megastar Tom Hanks to star as Jor-el, Superman father in the film, brings the film a lot of early attention. The word is Hanks wasn't originally interested and it took a sizeable salary to get him onboard. Says Hanks "When I first saw the script, I told them to send it back. My agent convinced me to give it a look, and it was far different than I was expecting." Shooting on the film is expected to begin this winter.

The 1st piece of real news is crucial. In order to avoid the problems that hindered past Superman projects, I decided adding a big name star to it was the real key to jump starting the project. His resume and talent speaks for itself, but adding Hanks to the project brings instant legitamacy and star power to the film, as well as instant buzz and attention. His name onboard virtually assures the project gets made, and makes other actors probably take a 2nd look at a film they otherwise wouldnt have considered, much like the effect Nicholson had on Batman, or Brando on Superman. Plus, Hanks is perfect for the kind of Jor-el I wish to portray. A brilliant, level headed thinker who the strong silent type of leader that people (aka audiences) can rally around. To avoid killing the budget, Hanks would signed to a back end deal where he recieves film projects, in this case, to sign him, we would offer 10% of the world wide projects, or basically a minimum of 25 million.

Breaking News: Henry Cavill cast as Superman; to open in May, 2012
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July 5th, 2010
Los Angeles-Warner Brothers announced today that Henry Cavill, star of HBO's "The Tudors" and who recently appeared in Woody Allens "Whatever Works", will play the title role in D.J. Carusos upcoming film "Superman". Tom Hanks has already signed to play his on screen father, Jor-el. Along with the announcement came a release date: Superman will open in theater worldwide on May 16th, 2012. This project is coming together faster than a speeding bullet; rumor is the rolesof Lois Lane and Lex Luthor have already been cast

Ok, maybe an bit unoriginal, but he's been my fave for the role forever. He's at the perfect part of his carreer to take on the role. I also opted for Mid May because its an empty weekend before Memorial day. Plus, word is Batman 3 will open in July, so to avoid that, May is ideal.

Warner Brothers "Super" surprise steals comic con; sends ripples throughtout Hollywod
July 24th, 2010
San Diego-Nobody knew what was coming from W.B.'s presentation. They hadnt announced any project to occupy the 3 hours of time they bought in the largest auditorium. So when word leaked Saturday that not only would Christopher Nolan be in town that morning, but directly after, D.J. Caruso would be in town to discuss the mysterious "Superman" project. Only to everybody surprise, he wasn't alone. He walked onto the stage accompanied by Hollywood superstar Tom Hanks, who is slated to play Supermans father Jor-el, and Superman himself, Henry Cavill. The trio were all smiles and fielded questions for an hour or so. Cavill confessed to be estatic about the casting, while Hanks commented that he hadn't be keen to sign up until reading the script and understanding the nature of the film. Caruso said he wanted to make Superman fun again; he felt it was time for a modern Superman to grace the big screen. It didnt takelong for the people in the crowd to virtually forget all about Superman Returns; not a single question was aked about it or the fate of its actors. After the first hour, things began to slow, so Caruso asked if the fans were ready for the surprise. The buzz erupted throughout the room as Caruso proceeded to announce AND introduce the following casting: 2 time Academy Award Nominee Ralph Fiennes had been cast the diabolical Lex Luthor, Rose Byrne (FXs "Damages, Knowing) had won the hotly contested role of Lois Lane; Bradley Cooper (The Hangover, Wedding Crashers) would star as the Superman "main threat, Lord Havoc", Michael Cera ("Superbad") had the role of Jimmy Olsen, and veteran star Alec Baldwin will be playing the catankerous Daily Planet editor Perry White. The cast were asked dozens of quetions by the awe struck fans in the over crowded room; the mega announcement stealing the thunder of most other films.

Isaacs joins growing "Super" cast
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August 2nd, 2010
Los Angeles-D.J. Caruso's Superman film continues to pick up steam as one of the hottest projects around. Barely a week after stealing the show at Comic Con and making press world wide, Warner's announced veteran Hollywood actor Jason Isaacs would be joining the film for a small role as "Intergalactic boss" Brainiac. Shooting on the film begins in Febuary, 2011 in Iceland, where it is believed only Superman himself Henry Cavill will be present. Superman is slated for a May 16th, 2012 release.



Superman Cast and Crew taking shape
November 4th, 2010
Los Angeles-It was announced today that Maura Tierney (Supermans Earth mother Martha), Edward Burns (Jonathan Kent), Victor Garber, Kevin Dunn, Selma Blair, and David Morse have all joined the cast. Dariusz Wolski will be doing the cinematography. He has previously worked with director D.J. Caruso on Eagle Eye. Thomas Sanders (Saving Private Ryan, Eagle Eye, Braveheart) will be doing the production design alongside Kevin Kavanaugh (The Dark Knight, Transformers, Eagle Eye), who will be overseeing the art and lighting for the film. Scott Farrar will be overseeing the special effects. Also, Hans Zimmer has signed onto do the music

Ok so here the cast, complete with quick bios of the folks you dont know.

The Cast and crew:
Director: D.J. Caruso
Producer: XL
Score: Hans Zimmer
Special Effects: Scott Farrar
Cinematography: Dariusz Wolski
Production Design: Thomas Sanders
Art: Kevin Kavanaugh
-Henry Cavill as Superman
-Rose Byrne as Lois Lane
-Ralph Fiennes as Lex Luthor
-Tom Hanks as Jor-el
-Jason Isaacs as Brainiac
-Bradley cooper as Lord Havoc: Lord Havoc is an ageless alien bounty hunter who was brought in Brainiac and trained as his top commander.
-Alex Baldwin as Perry White
-Michael Cera as Jimmy Olsen
-Maura Tierney as Martha Kent
-Edward Burns as Jonathan Kent
-Kevin Dunn as Dean Sutton: Sutton is an 50 year old new Military officer who works in the Pentagon.
-David Morse as Dunn: Dunn is one of Luthors right hand men. Mercy gets things done at work and on the side, Dunn is only on the side, if you get what I am saying.
-Selma Blair as Mercy: Luthor assistant
-Victor Garber as Rex Reason: Head of Lexcorps Apollo Project

Preliminary shooting begins on 'Superman
Febuary 18th, 2011
Iceland-Warner Brothers announced today that the D.J. Caruso helmed "Superman" film began shooting today in Iceland, though none of the major stars were present. Henry Cavill has already told us he begins shooting in March and will be doing it through October; Tom Hanks (Cavills on-screen father) isn't slated to arrive on the sets until May. Everybody else will coming to London (where the films sets have been built) in May. The project will also spend time shooting on location in Washington D.C. this July, as well as time in New York City.

W.B. Release 1st picture of Henry Cavill as Superman
April 22nd, 2011
Los Angeles-W.B. released the first still from D.J. Caruso's "Superman", due next May, featuring star Henry Cavill as the man of steel

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It would be that pose and same costume, but set amongst a cloudless, gorgeous blue sky. Cavills hairdo would be a lot like this:

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Entertainment Weekly storyWill Caruso's 'Superman' sink or soar?
June 12th, 2011
London, England-D.J. Caruso is barely 46-still young by Hollywood director standards-yet he mide as well be a 2 time Oscar winning blockbuster creator. He's currently in charge of one the grandest productions in film history; a film with a price tag pegged well over $200 million; starring one of the biggest stars of all time (Tom Hanks) while attempting reinvent while stay true to the source that is Supermanfor modern audiences. Superman, Warners Brother to revive the once burgoning franchise and bring it back to its blockbuster roots is not slated to hit theaters for a little over 11 months, however Caruso says "I wish it was 20 months to be honest, we have a lot of work to do to make that date". Our recent trip to one of the sets in England-an enormous backlot, so grand it's outside rather than on a soundstage-is an incredible beast: it's 6 full square city blocks, with multi layers (theres a semi-functioning subway underneath) with building 12 stories high, crowded all around eachother. Because each block and street will be used in a different scene, all are vastly different. Some come complete with buildings that can be destroyed-they put back together- in under an hour. Its a true piece of work W.B. will supposably be donating to Universal Studios Hollywood after the films done production. Tonight is a night time shoot, involving literally THOUSANDS of extras crammed onto the set, along with all of the main stars (outside of Hanks). The first we spot is Henry Cavill, the actor portraying the man of steel, wearing a partially torn Supersuit, wearing make up to show a bruised face, as well as cuts with real blood. This Superman is nothing like we have ever seen on the big screen. He gives us a wave before be ushered off. Soon we run into the bubbling Rose Byrne (seen below in a EW exclusive first picture of Byrne as Lois Lane-
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whose busy rehearing lines. We're brought over to the shoot, which features Cavill 8 stories above on a wire harness, suspended above hundereds of extras below. In the crowd is Michael Cera of Superbad fame, who plays kid reporter Jimmy Olsen. The shoot, which was donze several time, features Cavills Superman landing amongst the crowd in a hurry, telling people to leave the scene immeadietly. He's barely finished the sentence where the entire crowd-Cavill included-flinches to what will be a huge explosion off the side. Superman has clearly found himself in the midst of some real trouble Earth; or is he the cause? Caruso says this is the paradox the film will examine with hero's: do they bring as trouble with them as they stop? The plot is being kept under lock and key, but its speculated from the mystery characters that Superman may be to blame for some of these "visitors" (as Caruso called them) coming to Earth to wreak havoc, which, from the looks of the sets, will be quite devestating. As the shoot comes to an end, we are rushed off the set, back to the production office, where...we will begin next months story.

Empire Magazine (picked up by Yahoo frontpage as well as IMDB)Henry Cavill isn't the only thing soaring in 'Superman': Budget reportedly spiking.
June 30th, 2011
London, England-The films only in month 4 of 7 month shoot and still has all of post production left, yet word is from London that the original budget of D.J. Caruso Tom Hanks-Henry Cavill starring "Superman" has been skyrocketing, from an original 175 million to over 225 million. Warner Brothers has already been in damage control, claiming the original budget was not "a hair over $200 million", but quickly added "If the footage coming back gives us confidence...it only makes sense to give additional funds". Perhaps its the defeaning buzz over the final Harry Potter film that opens in 2 weeks thats letting W.B. splurge a little on their next big baby. Whatever the cause, W.B. has seen budget problems grow into bad buzz, with the nearly forgotten Bryan Singer directed "Superman Returns" being plagued by them for almost its entire production, though W.B. insists Carusos film wont be more than RETURNS was. They'll try to keep a lid on them before it gets too bad. Says one source, "Warners is furous with Caruso. He's telling them he needs $250 million to a do a film he agreed to do for $175 million. They;ve already agreed to give Tom Hanks almost 20% of all profits from theatrical release to merchandise, not to mention the enormous marketing budget to come, they cannot afford to spend any more money." A rep for W.B. insists the studio is "100% behind Caruso, and is estatic over the dailies they are seeing".

Rumor of the day: 'Super' surprise with Harry tonight?
7/14/2011
The internet is buzzing today with rumors that Warner Brothers has rushed a teaser trailer for D.J. Carusos troubled Superman film into theaters with their film "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part II". Theaters across the country are reporting that a trailer under the title "Snow Kings Snowblowers" is actually a small teaser trailer for the new Superman film. Details are scarse, though word is WAS on youtube for a short time before W.B. lawyers blew a gasket. We'll know either way tonight when we are all sitting in the theater and it airs (or doesnt) shortly after midnight.

UPDATE-AINT IT COOL EXLCUSIVE: Superman teaser with Harry Potter!
7/14/2011
Incase your not already in line, you might want to go now! Forget the huge presales and enormous expectations, GET UP AND GO TO THE THEATER! NOW!We have confirmation from a local theater owner that a teaser for Superman is indeed with Harry Potter, and is supposably OFF THE HOOK! Details our scarce, but our source said ti does include both footage and dialogue from the film, and sells it as a doomsday film...but with Superman". The teaser supposably takes a page out of the playbook War of the Worlds & Transformers used for their early teasers; selling the film as almost a large scale horror film until we figure out what it is at the end. We've learned the teaser does include some sort of "urgant radio broadcast" or something. I dont know. It sounds awesome. Why are you still reading and not in line?

LR EXLCUSIVE-SUPERMAN TEASER TRAILER DESCRIPTION!
7/14/2011
Yo! Ya boy ____ here! Todays been insane on the internet-word broke just hours ago of a possible Supes trailer, and I was lucky enough to catch it on you tube before it was taken off (it pays to have connections). It does look like by and large, W.B. has cauight us sleeping with surprise event trailer ala CLOVERFIELD. For the sake of keeping my legal record clean Ill avoid specifics, though the rumors of them selling it as a disaster movie ARE true; the trailer shows a foreboding news telecast at one point discussing the end of the world. Ill also this: Henry Cavill LOOKS and SOUNDS amazing. He has one line and one close up, but you can tell the shot and line are gonna be instant classics, which is pretty much exactly what this teaser is. Bradley Coopers Lord Havoc is also featured, and he just screams "cool". He also has a wicked line. The final shot at the end is just...superb. It sells the film as exactly what a superman film needs to be sold as. Youll know what I mean when you see this. I also LOVE the look of the film. Unlike Returns, this is extremely modern. Its got that Michael Bay flaire going on. Its awesome, and Im about to go see it in full Imax big screen in a midnight. Make sure you are not late, you do NOT want to this one on the silver screen!

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[griffolyon12]

I like the idea of this thread. Here's my go:

First I want the film to be a full on reboot, retelling Superman's origin from the beginning. The story would draw from many various references, ranging from Superman: Birthright to Smallville, all the way back to the original Superman: The Movie; then I'd add my own spin and flavor on top of all that. The story would be told in a similar fashion to BB, in that it'd utilize flashbacks to show Superman's origin, from Krypton to his time in Smallville. The present day segments at the beginning will be set in Africa, much like Birthright. The reasoning for his traveling the world is because he felt guilty after the death of his father and wishes to forget of his existence as Clark Kent and simply try to hide from his destiny. So we'd start with a Clark unwilling to accept his true destiny, and then over the course through his time in Africa he learns that he must become the hero he is meant to be by assuming the persona of a symbol.

Ma Kent will make his costume and then he goes to Metropolis. The villain will be Lex Luthor. In the film Luthor and Lois will have a relationship till the end when Lois sees Lex as evil. In the film Luthor will be portrayed as an underground terrorist who hides behind the corporate businessman facade. Lex has developed a new weapon he plans to sell to terrorists and will use Metropolis as the demonstration, of course once Supes arrives he realizes that Superman must be destroyed before he unfurls his scheme. So Lex begins a series of plots to demoralize Superman and make him fail. Of course Supes bounces back and saves the day from Luthor.

Now the film will not focus too much on the romance between Lois and Supes. We'll see that they are both attracted to one another through their various meetings, but neither will act upon their emotions till the sequel. They're portrayed in this film more as friends who want to love one another, but are afraid how that'll affect their friendship.

Most importantly though the film will remember that Superman is fun. In terms of overall tone, think something along the line of the first two Spider-man films or Iron Man.

Now the look of Metropolis would be modeled after modern day New York, but bigger. Buildings taller and far grander in scale. The Daily Planet building be art deco in style. The newsroom be huge, with a ceiling maybe forty feet tall with large outlooking windows. The suit be a fine balance between the STM suit and the SR suit. Not as bright or flimsy looking as the STM suit, but not as dark as the SR one, and the belt will resemble the one from STM.

That's how I see the film and its story. Now on to the cast and crew.

Director: Myself. I'm a film student and it is a dream of mine to someday make a Superman film. I'm entitled to dream big, aren't I. Also there are many directors/producers nowadays.

Cast: Clark Kent/Superman - Unknown. There is not a known actor out there right now that I think would make a good Superman, still if the studio pressured me for an established actor for the role, I don't mind the idea of Henry Cavill or Josh Hartnett. I still don't think that either of those two though would be perfect, neither have that naivety that the role of Superman and Clark need to require.

Lois Lane - Rose Byrne. The key here is to find an actress that has good screen presence and can hold her own against the most powerful man in the world. She seems tailor made for this part, she's got the looks, and definitely has the ability to portray the character. Second choice, Keri Russell.

Lex Luthor - Jon Hamm. While he already played Lex in that brilliant funny or die video, I think given serious material he'd make a terrific Lex. Just watch Mad Men and that's all the convincing one needs to see whether or not he could play this role. Not to mention the fact that I'd like to see him attempt a role as sinister as Lex. Plus his age would fit better than just about any other actor with how I want Lex portrayed. Second choice, Jason Isaacs.

Jimmy Olsen - Paul Rust. He definitely has the look, and he is not so well known to where he wont upstage the leads. Not to mention he has terrific comedic timing. Now while he is nearly thirty years old, he looks nearly ten years younger than he is. Second choice, Anton Yelchin. Third choice, Michael Cera.

Perry White - Hugh Laurie. I've wanted him to be Perry ever since I first heard he was cast in SR. If anyone needs convincing just watch House and you'll see why he'd just be perfect for the part.

Martha Kent - Kyra Sedgwick. She has the look and the ability, not to mention the fact that just like Ma Kent she has the perfect amount of spunk.

Jonathan Kent - Dennis Quaid. He's likable, looks the part, and has the chops. Also he'd match Kyra very well on screen. Second choice, Kevin Costner.

Jor-El - Johnny Depp. It's no secret that he's a terrific actor, but he has the right amount of gravitas to tackle a role as legendary as Jor-El.

Lara - Catherine Zeta Jones. She'd match Johnny real well on screen, but also she has the right amount of grace and integrity to portray the character.

Director of Photography: Bruno Delbonnel. His color schemes would be perfect for Superman.

Composer: Michael Giacchino. I've been a huge fan of his music since before Star Trek, but if Star Trek's score doesn't convince you that he could do Superman, you're crazy. I would not like to utilize the classic Superman theme till the end of the film, when Superman foils Luthor's plot. I feel that Superman must earn that theme, he shouldn't just be given it straight out of the gate. The whole film is the how and why Clark must become this symbolic hero, and he does not become 100% sure that he can be the hero he is supposed to be until the very end.

That's it. Let me know what you'll think.

[Blackman]

Lol nice thread. If I was the producer it would go something like this


Duncan Jones to Give 'Rebirth'
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Relative newcomer director Duncan Jones (pictured left) has been chosen by Warner Bros. to give the Superman film series CPR with 'Superman Rebirth'. Not much has been given. But we hear that the choice has been picked do to his work strong low budget, well received film titled Moon. More on this later.
Usually I'm against picking a choice just based on clips, but the clips for Moon have blown me away. That's why I chose Duncan Jones as a potential director. He is relatively new, not huge names which remind me of Nolan and Faverau before thy made their respective superhero films.

Deschanel Cast as Lois Lane and Other Superman Casting News
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Zooey Deschanel (500 Days of Summer) will play the tough-as-nails, hard hitting reporter Lois Lane in the new upcoming 'Superman Rebirth' film. Lois Lane has been known to be the toughest damsel in distress around and also the object over Superman/Clark Kent's affection since the beginnings of the character.

Along with Deschanel, Ralph Fiennes (In Bruges) has been cast to play the big bad enemy Brainiac. Other casting includes: Jim Caviezel (The Passion of the Christ) as Jor-El, Superman's father. Dan Byrd (Heroes) as Superman's best pal Jimmy Olsen. Lena Headey (300) as Superman's mom, Lara Lor-Van.

Lex Luthor is known to have been written in the script but no word yet on who might play him. Other casting news will be expected to be released at the San Diego Comic Con

Routh to Return as Man of Steel
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Brandon Routh, the man who starred in 2006's Superman Returns will...return as one of America's most well known comic book characters. Routh signed another 4 picture deal to include 'Superman Rebirth' and it's sequels, along with a Justice League of America live action. Routh was the director Duncan Jones' first and only choice for the role.
The director had this to say had this to say of Routh
"He embodies the look of Superman and Clark Kent, which isn't something that many actors can do. He received the blessing from the Reeves family and he's a fan favorite, which is a plus."

Despite the fact that Superman Rebirth will be a reboot, Routh is the only member of the ill fated Superman Returns that will return. 'Superman Rebirth' is set to be released May 2012
get mad

[Webhead2006]

Everybody seems to have a take on everything-casting, directing, look. how to make the film successful, what the movie should be about, ect. This is kind of those all in one. Imagine you are the Producer of the next Superman film, and you are starting from scratch. Like recent successful reboots, this is going to revitalize and invent Superman for a new audience while aiming to keep it the same classic character thats been very popular for nearly 75 years. This is the culmination of all the little things weve talked about into creating the big picture. You have 2 tasks:

1st and foremost, to make a quality film that both average moviegoers and the die hard fans will enjoy. This is where the film makers and actors come into play; sets, costumes, look, ect.

2nd, you need to worry about how much money your going to spend as well as much money your going to make. How to get the most bang for buck. It wouldnt be logical to cast Tom Hanks as Jor-el along with Johnny Depp as Luthor with Spielberg directing; not only is it totally impossible but much too expensive. This goes covers everything from marketing to release; spinning stories so the buzz is as good as it is big, ect.

Take us through step by step of how you would do it. How would you make the greatest Superman film ever, and how would you make financially successful? The entire idea is aimed at making audiences forget about Superman Returns, much like BB did to B&R, CR to DAD, ect.

Ill start mine here; I wont do everything at once because that would just make it boring; Ill do the 1st 3 big announcements now, in the order I would have the come, with a time frame/date. Just to spice it up a bit and make this a bit different than the standard "Your in charge thread", when I announce my picks, Ill do 2 things: Write as if your reading it as an announcement on say, the Hype! Mainpage, and than offer a 2nd paragraph offering insight into my decision.



Caruso wasnt my 1st choice, however he makes the most sense. It came down to him, Chris Columbus, and Francis Lawrence. While the latter 2 have had more box office success and have worked with W.B. more in the past, I dont feel either were right for Superman. I am Legends success was due almost entirely to Will Smiths presence, and I dont like his look for Superman. Columbus has experience with huge projects and W.B., but I wanted to get somebody who was *about* to hit it big, not somebone who already has. That way, Superman can be this persons real pet franchise, the way Bats is for Nolan, Spidey is for Raimi, ect. Carusos made to solid, well made films that have become hits based on the matiriel he produced. His style, which is serious while still corwd pleasing rather flat out epic, fits the style I want the Superman project to have perfectly.



The 1st piece of real news is crucial. In order to avoid the problems that hindered past Superman projects, I decided adding a big name star to it was the real key to jump starting the project. His resume and talent speaks for itself, but adding Hanks to the project brings instant legitamacy and star power to the film, as well as instant buzz and attention. His name onboard virtually assures the project gets made, and makes other actors probably take a 2nd look at a film they otherwise wouldnt have considered, much like the effect Nicholson had on Batman, or Brando on Superman. Plus, Hanks is perfect for the kind of Jor-el I wish to portray. A brilliant, level headed thinker who the strong silent type of leader that people (aka audiences) can rally around. To avoid killing the budget, Hanks would signed to a back end deal where he recieves film projects, in this case, to sign him, we would offer 10% of the world wide projects, or basically a minimum of 25 million.



Ok, maybe an bit unoriginal, but he's been my fave for the role forever. He's at the perfect part of his carreer to take on the role. I also opted for Mid May because its an empty weekend before Memorial day. Plus, word is Batman 3 will open in July, so to avoid that, May is ideal.





So the cast is pretty much set. You have:

-Henry Cavill as Superman
-Rose Byrne as Lois Lane
-Ralph Fiennes as Lex Luthor
-Tom Hanks as Jor-el
-Jason Isaacs as Brainiac
-Bradley cooper as Lord Havoc
-Alex Baldwin as Perry White
-Michael Cera as Jimmy Olsen

As the principle cast.

Ill edit in the rest later on-which will go from pre production (casting, ect) to production, trailers, all the way through release.

Im looking forward to hearing everybody else's ideas as well.
Very good idea on this thread. I cant wait to see what others have to say. I might throw my ideas in here soon myself when i can set things up. You had some interesting casting choices and i like alot of them. One thing though this "lord havoc" character you mentioned would he be a totally original made character?

[Excel]

Pretty much, though hes essentially your standard physical villain.

[griffolyon12]

Alec Baldwin is a good choice for Perry that I never real thought of before. Rose Byrne is a great choice, she was originally my second choice for Lois, but for age reasons I decided to make her my first. Personally I feel that Ralph Fiennes looks a little too old to play Lex alongside such a younger cast, but that's just me. I too thought Michael Cera would make a great Jimmy, but I feel that he is too recognizable, and he might upstage the other actors playing Clark and Lois because of that fact.

[Webhead2006]

ah ok i was thinking that and wanted to see what you said. I might make a post soon on my idea i just need to think of/look up some actors.

[Ultimate_Superman]

ah ok i was thinking that and wanted to see what you said. I might make a post soon on my idea i just need to think of/look up some actors.
In other words let me go to SaveSuperman.com and ask Steve who he would cast first then I re post it.

[NotFadeAway]

Nice thread idea, and I'm excited to play this game. But this is how I'm going to do it. I'm only going to give bits and pieces of information every couple of posts, similiar to how it would be in the real world. And as a spoiler, I will end my Superman producer storyline with the announcement of several actors who will audition for the role, and then I will leave you hanging. And for the purposes of this thread, the person who I will refer to as William Aries happens to be myself. Side note, William Aries has been an alias I have used since 4th grade. My middle name is William, and I'm an Aries. Give me a break, I was in 4th grade and it stuck. Anyway.......

MAY 19TH, 2009.

"Out of left field, exciting news broke today from Warner Brothers studio's. Writer/Producer Ronald D. Moore has been brought onboard the Superman franchise alongside William Aries, and together the two will reboot legendary superhero with an origin film focusing on the first appearences and adventures of the Man of Steel. Moore has previously reboot and retold the acclaimed Battlestar Galactica, and has also written and produced for Star Trek Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Roswell, and Carnivale. Some still that despite the well deserved attention recieved by the J.J. Abrams reboot of that particular franchise, Moore was the greatest writer to come through, and his screenplay for Star Trek: First Contact helped that movie become one of Treks finest big screen adaptions. Joining Moore will be relative unknown William Aries, who is also attached to a big screen adaption of fellow DC comic book hero "The Flash", and what he calls two long overdue in-depth movies centered around World War 1 and the Korean War. It is believed that Moore and Aries will reach out and attempt to bring comic book and television writer Jeph Loeb on board to help with script duties.

We are going to start from scratch and do a retelling of Superman's origin, said Moore, who was followed up by Aries noting that it was time to bring Superman into the 21st century and leave behind the iconic Christopher Reeve Superman films once and for all. The Chris Reeve/Richard Donner film was iconic and important in the history of not only comic book films, but films of the fantasy and sci-fi genres, said Aries, but there are different variations and ways to tell a story about Superman, and as the old saying goes, no film is perfect. Since the Christopher Reeve era of Superman, there have been three television shows that have brought the Kryptonian survivor on to the small screen, and the underwhelming Superman Returns hit theaters in 2006. But, the new Superman creative team feels that all of these attempts have not done the character justice and have all simply missed the target.

As far as the storyline for this new chapter in the saga of Superman, a basic premise has been revealed. First and foremost, the villian. The sole villian of this film will be Braniac, a character many comic book fanboys have waited years to see on the big screen. And while there are several different comic book versions of th character, this Braniac will be rooted in Kryptonian origin. Going this route with Braniac, it just easily lends itself to an origin story were the focus is Superman,this allows for the focus to remain more so on Superman instead of branching off mid-story and doing yet another rushed Lex Luthor storyline, said Moore. The film will open on Krypton, and Braniac's part in the planets demise will be highlighted alongside the desperation of Superman's biological parents, Jor-El and Lara, to save there only son. Once on Earth, non-linear scenes focusing on the childhood of young Clark Kent, mixed with scenes of an early twenties Kent, will feature several key moments in the young man's life that will help make the choice to become Superman. In essence, the Clark Kent you will see in this film will be, at heart, a human being. And this human being just happens to have the powers of a God, something not many people can claim. Being an idealist, Clark will simply want to help, to make the world a better place, and in his mind, if the people of this world see a man with the powers of a God that is willing to help and not set on world control and domination, that can inspire. The story will highlight how Superman makes the world a better place. But it's not exactly cheers for big blue right out of the gate, like it was for the Chris Reeve Superman. How the hell would you feel if one day you turned on the news and some guy in a red cape showed up with the strength of 10,00 men and complete invulnerability, asked Aries. You would be scared to death. That is right, at first, the world will be afraid of Superman. His debut will be seen as something to good to be true, because in responce to his claims of wanting to help, the world will raise it's eyebrow and say, "bullshi*t", anyone with those abilities could only want to rule. But there will be one key person who believes in Superman from the get go, Daily Planet reporter Lois Lane, who will act as Superman's own personal publicist to get his message out. And then Braniac shows up, and suffice to say, feces hits the fan. Braniac's appearence will make the world believe that a true alien invasion has come, and one of Braniac's abilities in this film is shape-shifting, he can take on the look of anyone that he wants, Superman included. Although he has settled on the face of a person with whom he considers his father, someone close to Superman. But don't worry comic book fans, Moore and Aries have promised that Braniac will also be seen in his full on robotic appearence. And Lex Luthor fans, don't fret. LexCorp will be seen and mentioned several times during the course of the film, and two scenes during the film, one near the end, will set up a large portion of the already pre-planned sequel storyline.

One of the criticsm's of Brayn Singer during the production of Superman Returns was that the movie was based off of Superman: The Movie and thats it, that none of the other source material was even skimmed over, outside of one Action Comics cover. Aries wants to assure fans that won't be the case this time around. There are several different forms of Superman media that will aide us in the creation of this movie. A quick rundown includes the min-series Superman: Birthright which was written by Mark Waid, who has joined Aries on the "Flash" feature film project. Also, Superman: The Animated Series, Superman For All Seasons, John Byrne's Man of Steel, and All-Star Superman will all be drawn from for this film.

As far as picking a Director goes, well, were looking into several different scenario's, said Aries. It all kind of depends on who will really mesh with our vision and direction. There is really not much to comment on when it comes to a Director at this time. One thing is for sure, the budget for this film will be nowehre near that of Superman Returns reported $260 million. One of the most important points about this film is that we want it to be both critically acclaimed and financially successful, we want to do a character film and do it the right way, and after the drag that was Superman Returns, we feel that some movie goers might be afraid to return to theaters for this film. Hopefully, we can garner Dark Knight and Star Trek like buzz for this film, said Aries, but we are also prepared to go the Batman Begins route, and rebuild through a quality movie that returns credibility to the Superman franchise and firmly re-establishes the character. That is our main goal, re-establishing the character through a quality film. Another criticsm of the Bryan Singer made Superman Returns was a simple lack of action. And while this Superman reboot will be a character film first, the inclusion of a villian like Braniac will provide the chance to see Superman throw a punch or two. We have some cool, intense, and emotional action scenes in mind, not only for fight scenes between Superman and Braniac, but of Superman's heroic deeds around the world. And I think what will make the Superman vs. Braniac fight fun will be the fact that Braniac for one has all Kryptonian knowledge stored in his databanks, and has traveled the galaxy learning about and then destroying worlds, so there is bound to be some alien kung-fu tricks that Braniac has picked up along the way. And then there is Superman, who has never really worried about, or been in for that matter, a true fight. Why would Clark Kent take a karate or boxing class, asked Moore. So I think it will be interesting to watch Superman try and "tussle" with a technically sound an opponent thats technically sound in hand to hand combat.

In casting news, while little has been talked about, one thing is certain. Brandon Routh will not be reprise his role from Superman Returns, says Aries. When asked why, Aries simply responded, Routh cannot act. Look, Brandon Routh seems like a nice guy, he does have an uncanny resemblence to Christopher Reeve, and he does have some fan support, but we need an real actor for what we want to accomplish with the character, and there really isn't any faith in Brandon's acting ability. Aries also noted that a Chris Reeve clone will not be sought after and that he would prefer to move away from that look to allow a new actor to establish his own identity as the character. Aries and Moore both said that have a list of credentials that a certain actor must have to nab the role, and that unknown, known, or semi-known, the best man for the part would be cast. With the other roles, there is internal debate on a casting approach. Should we stack up on big names with instant face recognition, try and secure a cast of critically acclaimed actors, or find nice niche actors and actresses who fill there roles with the perfection were seeking, asked Aries. We will see soon. One rumor that has already spread implies that both Aries and Moore want to meet with actress Evangiline Lilly, who stars on the hit ABC show "Lost", for the role of Lois Lane. While some would ask, who doesn't want to play an iconic character like Lois Lane in a big screen blockbuster, Lilly seems to not have a taste for the hollywood limelight, and despite her beauty and obvious acting ability, has even made mention of not acting anymore once Lost is finished with it's sixth and final season. It seems that Aries and Moore will try and persuade Lilly into changing her tune and joining the project as report Lane. There is also a reported deal in place with Jason Isaacs to portray Lex Luthor, but not in this origin film. Rather, Isaacs would play Lex Luthor in the pre-planned sequel, or even multiple sequels. However, it is worth noting that Aries mentioned how perfect Jaquin Phoenix would be for the Luthor character if he gets his career back on track.

Well, thats all we have on this new Superman film for now, stay tuned.

[Webhead2006]

solid post notfadeaway.

[Showtime]

You spelled "your" wrong Excel.

[Excel]

You're. Damnitt.

[Showtime]

I'll fix it and erase these posts.

[Excel]

thanks show :up:

[NotFadeAway]

solid post notfadeaway.

Thanks....

There will be more later. The hardest part of this is actually picking the Director. Of course, the back up plan for my ideas is to turn the whole thing over to Peter Jackson, put the comics I listed in my previous post in front of him, and let Jackson work the magic. But like I said, fall back plan.

[Excel]

I tend to doubt PJ would take the Project; than again, he hasnt had a film in 4 years and his last was a bit of a dissappointment all around. If the Lovely Bones fails, he might be in a post Island Michael Bay zone where he wants something he knows he work magic with.

[NotFadeAway]

I tend to doubt PJ would take the Project; than again, he hasnt had a film in 4 years and his last was a bit of a dissappointment all around. If the Lovely Bones fails, he might be in a post Island Michael Bay zone where he wants something he knows he work magic with.

I think Jackson would take the project if he were promised full control. Anything less, and I don't think he would.

Ok, I'm through breaking character in this thread. Still thinking of a director.

[Excel]

Jackson would make a baller Supes film; go for it. The whole point of this is to have fun with it, god knows the real news is dead.

Original posts been updated with some stories from the production.

[Mostpowerful]

Lol nice thread. If I was the producer it would go something like this


Usually I'm against picking a choice just based on clips, but the clips for Moon have blown me away. That's why I chose Duncan Jones as a potential director. He is relatively new, not huge names which remind me of Nolan and Faverau before thy made their respective superhero films.




get mad

Love your choices for Supes and Lois. :up: :cwink:

[Excel]

Mine continued:

Yahoo Exclusive!-SUPERMAN teaser online!
Unless you've been living in a cave, you probably saw the final Harry Potter film this weekend, where you would have seen what many are calling an "instant classic" teaser trailer for D.J. Carusos upcoming Superman film, starring Tom Hanks. Or if you didnt see it, you have probably heard about it. Not has a trailer made such a buzz since the Cloverfield teaser snuck up in Transformers in 2008. Here is a link to the in glorious quick time!

Without further ordue...the teaser trailer for XL's Superman

Teaser Trailer airing with Final Harry Potter Film:
-Darkness.
-A voice; scared if optimistic. As if heard through an old, crackling Radio sounds, as we view a partially destroyed AIRCRAFT HANGER, full of half destroyed jets-during a sunny day: “There seems to be some movement…we cant quite make out what’s happening-their strength is just incred”-it goes to static, as it does, the picture goes to black.
-Warner Brothers Logo appears across the screen. A hint at foreboding music.
-A different voice, deeper, older, as we get a picture of an abandoned, half destroyed city street at night… “We cant quite explain these events, the past few weeks have made us all into believers. What we do know now is-” the sound is gone. Static.
-D.C. Comics Logo blazes before us slowly
-Silence.
-TIGHT on a T.V. in a storefront window at night- a newscast plays. An empty desk. Suddenly, abruptly, a newsman; 45 rushed and unkempt; trembling. Fumbles with microphone. Unsettling. Shaking. Desperately trying to sound confident, he begins:
“Ladies and gentleman. If you are watching this, and are NOT taking shelter underground, we strongly urge you -ALL of you-everywhere-to do so IMMEDIATELY. Anywhere you can find."
(beat)
"At this hour, not much is clear. What we do know is that there are visitors on this planet, and that there is conflict between them-sections of New York City have been destroyed; parts of Metropolis. There has been some sort of activity in the Sahara. A great deal of Seoul, Korea, no longer exists.”
-All this man wants to do is cry. But hes a pro. We realize NOW that we have slowly PUSHING in on the t.v. screen, so much so that we cannot see its edge any more. He continues:
-“Only weeks ago, this report would have seemed…ludicrous. Aliens…using Earth as a battleground.”
-He calms, but, with growing venom: “But…that was before Superman. (a pause-audience goes “Superman?!?”- he continues:) “It turns out our faith in his kind may have been…naïve. Premature. Perhaps, given the state of the world, simply desperate.” He pauses-voices off screen- the Music that had been building ERUPTS as the man freaks at what he hears-makes a move-RUMBLING-the desk is RIPPED upwards-and the screen goes static. The music comes to a SCREECHING halt.
-Surrounded by rubble in the middle of a Metropolis street at night, LORD HAVOC-badass dressed in black, ozzing evil-glares past us. A motionless body, wounded, bloodied, lies in a crater opposite him. Rises. Pan up and around from his fit tp his iconic suit to the face, hurt, but determined, Cavils classic blue eyes blazing with determination: the is a Superman we've never seen on film, yet the kind we‘ve always imagined. He's bruised and bloodied, but ready for a fight. The music stops, as he growls: “Miss me?” (as the audience shakes their heads with thunderous "yes we have to hell with spidey!!")
-The music erupts again, fast paced, epic-WE GET IT: SERIOUS, HUGE SCALE SUPERMAN!
-NEXT SUMMER
-Quick-as in ½ second shot each-shots of:
*Superman looking up the in the fortress of Solitude
-Superman flies up into the screen from the Daily Planety roof at night, an instant money shot
-LOOK
-Lois Lane looks skyward while on the a tower balcony at night
-A crashing helicopter spins wildly past us
-TO
*Lex Luthor snarls past us
-THE
*Jor-el looks angry
-Superman soars past us blindly
-SKY
-Silence.
-Shot of Havoc, almost enjoying himself:
-Black screen, as he hisses: “Cry for me, ‘Super' man”.
-Day time in Metropolis, 100 stories up; random skyscrapers visible-Superman and havoc, wrestling in midair at 60 mph, spinning blindly. They swerve to avoid building-but CRASH right into a building-we pan around as they crash out the other side, concrete and wood spewing everywhere, and slam into the camera-
-SUPERMAN
-SUMMER 2012
^yes, thats the opening scenes from Abrams script. I woudl use it for just the teaser; it wouldnt be part of the film.

The following is another Entertainment Weekly story, this time a cover story like this one:
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Set to the already released picture of Cavills Superman, captioned "Henry Cavill: With one glare and one line, a star is born".
"The trailer that changed the world:
-Paying to just see the trailer
-The huge reactionS
-The soaring budget
-The 2nd part of our set visit"

The Trailer that Changed the World (and how Batman helped out)
7/24/2011-The execs are probably wondering at Warner Brothers how they ever let bad buzz get to a movie. It took just 103 seconds for the entire Hollywood to forget the bad buzz over the budget. Maybe it was the "War of the Worlds" esque sense of impending doom, maybe it was that epic money shot at the end, perhaps it was Bradleys Coopers hissing thirst for a cry, possibly Tom Hanks calming, reassuring presence, or maybe it was those piercing blue eyes of Cavill. Whatever it was, it worked. The trailer recieved over 3 million hits an hour as soon as it debuted online, and reports had people at sold out Harry Potter showings begging for tickets just to see the trailer and than leave. Searches for "Superman 2012" and "Henry Cavill" spiked, both reaching #1 on Yahoo for a short time this week. It turns, the trailer that changed the world almost wasn't. W.B.'s original plan was to include a trailer for THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, due next July, instead with Supermans coming this winter with Happy Feet 2 However, they said the combo of needing to turn the buzz back to positive, and their belief that Batman will sell itself next summer, caused them to rush a trailer out. Its strange this happens 1 week before the 2nd part of our 6 part series of set visits. We last left off heading for a production office, lead by Caruso's assistant TreMayne. We got a sneak peak at enormous canvas painting of art-the final look of Metropolis is going to incredible btw-as well as dozens of would be still from the action sequences, which look "large" to say the least- one particular one seemed to have a flying Superman dragging Lord Havoc with some sort of wire in between buildings, which looked cool. TreMayne explains that because the project was so large, Caruso is working 7 days a week to get it done; and all final footage is sent into post production immeadietly as opposed to waiting for the entire shoot is over. They gave a clip of a scene they say was filmed last weekend, which involved an enormous, real live alien ship in the middle of a huge soundstage, which was supposed to be the Sahara Dessert at midnight. The quick clip showed dozens of humvees and army tech converging on the alien ship. It looks very cool. Another clip showed Ralph Fiennes Lex Luthor in a bit of a more comical scene: he 's younger, and goes off on a crazy, Hitler inspired rant. Its intense and well delivered, until we go to his POV, and see that he was saying to a classroom of a 8 year olds at a Catholic private school. We also a bit of the 3rd previs they do, this one showing Lois and Superman flying over the ocean. The film seems to have an aweful lot of night time scenes. Anyways, after the previs, TreMayne lead us out yet again, this time we were heading for the editing room...which brings us to next Months article!"

[Webhead2006]

sounds like a cool teaser idea excel. And yea its very hard to come up with ideas for who would be solid director, actors, and producers. There is so many people out there and many names known and unknown to us masses.

[SuperDaniel]

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[SuperDaniel]

My first actions as a producer would be that i'd use MY SCRIPT, get ROBERT ZEMECKYS as the DIRECTOR and then:

HENRY CAVILL TO STAR IN SUPERMAN REBOOT!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v332/Uaala/HenryCavill2.jpg

Also,

TOM HANKS IS SUPERMAN'S DAD.
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Director ROBERT ZEMECKYS and producer/writer "SUPERDANIEL" talked about the casting of Hanks and the depiction of the place Superman was raised:

RZ: "I needed an actor who represents AMERICANA. Someone with a gentle humbleness and who inspires confidence and trust. Tom is to me THE guy who possesses all these qualities and more. We imediately cared for him when we traveled together through America's history in Forrest Gump. We needed the same thing for Pa Kent and Clark's childhood. They're a pivotal part of the story we're trying to tell. Pa Kent represents Superman's humanity."

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SD: "When we look at the city Superman grew up and how it was ever portrayed, it is impossible not to think of a Norman Rockwell painting: That special place and feeling we instantly miss when we look at it. Something we can all relate. This is what his painting evokes. It is the kind of thing I tried to capture in the world of Smallville and its citzens. The real challenge was to transform the still images into scenes that actually make sense in the story."

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RZ: "Almost like what we did with Greenbow, Alabama."

SD: "Yeah. It should have a fairy tale, almost utopian quality. A sense of community, something to aspire to and carry on. This is to me one of the foundations of the Superman character and persona. Why does he do this? You have all these INCREDIBLE powers and what do you do with them? Why would you give up of your normal life to HELP strangers? You must believe in something and Smallville and how he was raised is one of the keys to these questions. This movie is going to answer them all. We're going to really dwelve into Superman's head and feelings and this was never really done in a movie. Not like this, anyway."

RZ: "It is going to be a truly special and magic experience for everyone."

SD: "We can only hope to be able to achieve that."

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Norman's Rockwell "After the Prom" was the inspiration for a scene in the movie in wich Clark Kent and Lana Lang go for a date but are interrupted by a force of nature...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v332/Uaala/rockwellbreakinghometies.jpg
"Breaking home ties" portraying a similarity with Clark's quest: Leaving home to find out about his destiny but always carring inside his childhood experiences and learnings.


MORE TO COME!

[GreenKToo]

If only :( W.B. doesnt have the ballz to try it like that tho.

[Excel]

Jonathan Kent must have a pretty damn big role.

[SuperDaniel]

More than Jor-el, for sure. Hanks doesn't pass me as the scientist type, really.Therefore, he is a much better fit for my depiction of Pa Kent and how he is portrayed in my script.

My Jor-el would be played by JOHNNY DEPP and he would be very different from Donner's and Abram's version. More in tune with all the eras of the comics, especially Man of Steel with bio-suit and all. The way I portay KRYPTON in my script is that it is TOTALLY different from Earth. An opposite of Smallville. The would be no clone thing, Zod is in there, Braniac too. I tried to mix everything, pre-crisis and post-crisis into one original take. Mine.

From my post it sounds that is going to be a very intimate and boring movie but thats just one side of it and I felt that they never got Smallville right in any movie or TV portrayal. We don't see the citzens, the places Clark hangs out, we don't see simple things like that. Not the way i've written.

That being said, the whole movie is epic in scale, with wars, aliens, robots, lots of fun and nice action sequences.

Hope to finish my script by mid June.

[Excel]

Superman Teaser Poster!
11/10/2011
The 1st poster for W.B.'s Superman has found its way online, and is being hung in theaters worldwide as we speak. Its a cool, simple way of getting its message across.

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Superman trailer online!
11/17/2011
The 2nd trailer to D.J. Caruso's "Superman" is online!

Trailer 1, airing with Happy Feet 2 on November 18th, as well any other W.B. Holiday films


-Foreboding music, slow
-Fade into a shot of a man walking away from us:
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-Jor-el voice overs “There was once a great planet known as Krypton”
-Close up of Jor-el/Tom Hanks, who see is the man from the previous shot
-He continues “Undone by a terrible mistake”
-Shot of building crumbling; Massive steam geysers erupt from within the land
-Shot of Kal-el pod rocketing away from the planet
-Jor-el continues “The entire population silenced in one instant”
-Shot of the pod rocketing through the night sky, crashes into a cornfield
-Close up on the pod with Martha and Jonathan
-Jor-el finishes “Except for one. One who was spared”.
-Shots of us young Clark leaping over cornfields
-Jor-el finishes “The last son of Krypton”.
-Shot of Superman landing before us, iconic.
-W.B. LOGO
-D.C COMICS
-A helicopter plummets down between sky scrappers, Lois Lane screams inside
-Superman and Lois see each other for the first time in the middle of a huge crowd, love at first site
-Lois says “Who…are you?”
-Superman walks towards Lois on the Planet roof at night
-Superman responds “A friend”
-Superman flies up from the rooftop at night
-Lex Luthor looks up from a limo
-Luthor says “Things here work a certain way”
-We see he and Superman are having a conversation in an elevator shaft
-Luthor finishes “This is MY town”
-Shots Luthor thugs committing robberies
-Superman voiceovers “Ive always felt alone.”
-Lois and Superman fly together over the ocean at night
-Superman finishes “The feeling that I’m the only one who can do anything”
-Back to them flying, as they begin to kiss as they glide past us, over the water
-Darkness. Silence.
-A fiery explosion on Krypton
-Brainiac voiceovers “I know what you’ve done Jor-el”
-Shot of Lord Havoc marching down a massive, marble corridor
-Brainiac continues “You think he can save them”
-Shot of a huge crowd in a city street at night
-Superman flies through clouds at dusk
-Brainiac continues “Know this.”
-Shots of soldier sprinting on tarpacs to futuristic ailen pods
-Alien ships blaze past us
-Brainiac ends: “I WILL find him”.
*Music booms with every shot, stops with the change
-Superman looks up at us
-He voices over “I may not who I am”
-Lois runs in fear
-Havoc stands mightily, an evil glare
-“I may not know my past”
-A crowd runs on the street at night, an explosion behind them
-Police cars fly into buildings
-Superman continues “But I do know”
-Navy Jets rocket past us
-Havoc hovers in midair, an army of tanks and jets before him
-Silence. A rooftop door during a glorious day.
-Supes finishes “I have a job to”
-Clark Kent rips through the door-blows it off its hinges-tears open his shirt to reveal the S-
-Music erupts
-Superman and Havoc rocket by over the rooftops of Metropolis
-Luthor is smacked backwards into mid air
-THIS SUMMER
-Lois runs, an explosion behind her
-Brainiacs ship in space rockets by
-Humvees smash down into city streets
-Superman and Havoc smash through a building
- YOU WONT
-Shot of the Sahara Dessert
-Superman flies right out of the Earth
-An explosion ins a crowded street at night
- BELIEVE
-The first floor of a skyscrapper eplodes
-A tidal wave crashes into the side of an oil tanker
-Superman blazes by in a huge arc
-YOUR EYES
-Superman and Lois embrace
-Jor-el looks scared
-Shot of Krypton at dusk-millions of aircrafts amongst huge skyscrappers
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-Superman flies out of the fortress
-Superman crash lands into the Earth
-Superman flied with Lois
-Shot of an old Obsevratory in the middle of nowhere
-Superman flies low on a freeway AGAINST traffic, cars dodge madly to avoid him
-Havoc hurls Superman upwards by his cape
-Luthor growls “I run this city!”
-Superman looks up, furious. “Not any more.
-Superman flies into the camera
-SUPERMAN
-MAY 16th, 2012

[NotFadeAway]

Nice thread idea, and I'm excited to play this game. But this is how I'm going to do it. I'm only going to give bits and pieces of information every couple of posts, similiar to how it would be in the real world. And as a spoiler, I will end my Superman producer storyline with the announcement of several actors who will audition for the role, and then I will leave you hanging. And for the purposes of this thread, the person who I will refer to as William Aries happens to be myself. Side note, William Aries has been an alias I have used since 4th grade. My middle name is William, and I'm an Aries. Give me a break, I was in 4th grade and it stuck. Anyway.......

MAY 19TH, 2009.

"Out of left field, exciting news broke today from Warner Brothers studio's. Writer/Producer Ronald D. Moore has been brought onboard the Superman franchise alongside William Aries, and together the two will reboot legendary superhero with an origin film focusing on the first appearences and adventures of the Man of Steel. Moore has previously reboot and retold the acclaimed Battlestar Galactica, and has also written and produced for Star Trek Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Roswell, and Carnivale. Some still that despite the well deserved attention recieved by the J.J. Abrams reboot of that particular franchise, Moore was the greatest writer to come through, and his screenplay for Star Trek: First Contact helped that movie become one of Treks finest big screen adaptions. Joining Moore will be relative unknown William Aries, who is also attached to a big screen adaption of fellow DC comic book hero "The Flash", and what he calls two long overdue in-depth movies centered around World War 1 and the Korean War. It is believed that Moore and Aries will reach out and attempt to bring comic book and television writer Jeph Loeb on board to help with script duties.

We are going to start from scratch and do a retelling of Superman's origin, said Moore, who was followed up by Aries noting that it was time to bring Superman into the 21st century and leave behind the iconic Christopher Reeve Superman films once and for all. The Chris Reeve/Richard Donner film was iconic and important in the history of not only comic book films, but films of the fantasy and sci-fi genres, said Aries, but there are different variations and ways to tell a story about Superman, and as the old saying goes, no film is perfect. Since the Christopher Reeve era of Superman, there have been three television shows that have brought the Kryptonian survivor on to the small screen, and the underwhelming Superman Returns hit theaters in 2006. But, the new Superman creative team feels that all of these attempts have not done the character justice and have all simply missed the target.

As far as the storyline for this new chapter in the saga of Superman, a basic premise has been revealed. First and foremost, the villian. The sole villian of this film will be Braniac, a character many comic book fanboys have waited years to see on the big screen. And while there are several different comic book versions of th character, this Braniac will be rooted in Kryptonian origin. Going this route with Braniac, it just easily lends itself to an origin story were the focus is Superman,this allows for the focus to remain more so on Superman instead of branching off mid-story and doing yet another rushed Lex Luthor storyline, said Moore. The film will open on Krypton, and Braniac's part in the planets demise will be highlighted alongside the desperation of Superman's biological parents, Jor-El and Lara, to save there only son. Once on Earth, non-linear scenes focusing on the childhood of young Clark Kent, mixed with scenes of an early twenties Kent, will feature several key moments in the young man's life that will help make the choice to become Superman. In essence, the Clark Kent you will see in this film will be, at heart, a human being. And this human being just happens to have the powers of a God, something not many people can claim. Being an idealist, Clark will simply want to help, to make the world a better place, and in his mind, if the people of this world see a man with the powers of a God that is willing to help and not set on world control and domination, that can inspire. The story will highlight how Superman makes the world a better place. But it's not exactly cheers for big blue right out of the gate, like it was for the Chris Reeve Superman. How the hell would you feel if one day you turned on the news and some guy in a red cape showed up with the strength of 10,00 men and complete invulnerability, asked Aries. You would be scared to death. That is right, at first, the world will be afraid of Superman. His debut will be seen as something to good to be true, because in responce to his claims of wanting to help, the world will raise it's eyebrow and say, "bullshi*t", anyone with those abilities could only want to rule. But there will be one key person who believes in Superman from the get go, Daily Planet reporter Lois Lane, who will act as Superman's own personal publicist to get his message out. And then Braniac shows up, and suffice to say, feces hits the fan. Braniac's appearence will make the world believe that a true alien invasion has come, and one of Braniac's abilities in this film is shape-shifting, he can take on the look of anyone that he wants, Superman included. Although he has settled on the face of a person with whom he considers his father, someone close to Superman. But don't worry comic book fans, Moore and Aries have promised that Braniac will also be seen in his full on robotic appearence. And Lex Luthor fans, don't fret. LexCorp will be seen and mentioned several times during the course of the film, and two scenes during the film, one near the end, will set up a large portion of the already pre-planned sequel storyline.

One of the criticsm's of Brayn Singer during the production of Superman Returns was that the movie was based off of Superman: The Movie and thats it, that none of the other source material was even skimmed over, outside of one Action Comics cover. Aries wants to assure fans that won't be the case this time around. There are several different forms of Superman media that will aide us in the creation of this movie. A quick rundown includes the min-series Superman: Birthright which was written by Mark Waid, who has joined Aries on the "Flash" feature film project. Also, Superman: The Animated Series, Superman For All Seasons, John Byrne's Man of Steel, and All-Star Superman will all be drawn from for this film.

As far as picking a Director goes, well, were looking into several different scenario's, said Aries. It all kind of depends on who will really mesh with our vision and direction. There is really not much to comment on when it comes to a Director at this time. One thing is for sure, the budget for this film will be nowehre near that of Superman Returns reported $260 million. One of the most important points about this film is that we want it to be both critically acclaimed and financially successful, we want to do a character film and do it the right way, and after the drag that was Superman Returns, we feel that some movie goers might be afraid to return to theaters for this film. Hopefully, we can garner Dark Knight and Star Trek like buzz for this film, said Aries, but we are also prepared to go the Batman Begins route, and rebuild through a quality movie that returns credibility to the Superman franchise and firmly re-establishes the character. That is our main goal, re-establishing the character through a quality film. Another criticsm of the Bryan Singer made Superman Returns was a simple lack of action. And while this Superman reboot will be a character film first, the inclusion of a villian like Braniac will provide the chance to see Superman throw a punch or two. We have some cool, intense, and emotional action scenes in mind, not only for fight scenes between Superman and Braniac, but of Superman's heroic deeds around the world. And I think what will make the Superman vs. Braniac fight fun will be the fact that Braniac for one has all Kryptonian knowledge stored in his databanks, and has traveled the galaxy learning about and then destroying worlds, so there is bound to be some alien kung-fu tricks that Braniac has picked up along the way. And then there is Superman, who has never really worried about, or been in for that matter, a true fight. Why would Clark Kent take a karate or boxing class, asked Moore. So I think it will be interesting to watch Superman try and "tussle" with a technically sound an opponent thats technically sound in hand to hand combat.

In casting news, while little has been talked about, one thing is certain. Brandon Routh will not be reprise his role from Superman Returns, says Aries. When asked why, Aries simply responded, Routh cannot act. Look, Brandon Routh seems like a nice guy, he does have an uncanny resemblence to Christopher Reeve, and he does have some fan support, but we need an real actor for what we want to accomplish with the character, and there really isn't any faith in Brandon's acting ability. Aries also noted that a Chris Reeve clone will not be sought after and that he would prefer to move away from that look to allow a new actor to establish his own identity as the character. Aries and Moore both said that have a list of credentials that a certain actor must have to nab the role, and that unknown, known, or semi-known, the best man for the part would be cast. With the other roles, there is internal debate on a casting approach. Should we stack up on big names with instant face recognition, try and secure a cast of critically acclaimed actors, or find nice niche actors and actresses who fill there roles with the perfection were seeking, asked Aries. We will see soon. One rumor that has already spread implies that both Aries and Moore want to meet with actress Evangiline Lilly, who stars on the hit ABC show "Lost", for the role of Lois Lane. While some would ask, who doesn't want to play an iconic character like Lois Lane in a big screen blockbuster, Lilly seems to not have a taste for the hollywood limelight, and despite her beauty and obvious acting ability, has even made mention of not acting anymore once Lost is finished with it's sixth and final season. It seems that Aries and Moore will try and persuade Lilly into changing her tune and joining the project as report Lane. There is also a reported deal in place with Jason Isaacs to portray Lex Luthor, but not in this origin film. Rather, Isaacs would play Lex Luthor in the pre-planned sequel, or even multiple sequels. However, it is worth noting that Aries mentioned how perfect Jaquin Phoenix would be for the Luthor character if he gets his career back on track.

Well, thats all we have on this new Superman film for now, stay tuned.

JUNE 11TH, 2009 -

It is being reported that EDWARD ZWICK has been tapped to direct the new Superman film being written by Battlestar Galactica mastermind Ronald D. Moore, comic book and television writer Jeph Loeb, and newcomer William Aries. Zwick has directed Glory, Legends of the Fall, Blood Diamond, The Last Samurai, Defiance, and Courage Under Fire. More will come later.





In reality, I do think Ed Zwick would be a great choice for Director. I've always felt Zwick is one of the most underrated Directors in Hollywood, and all of his films feature excellent performances, passion, emotion, attention to detail, and send a social message of some kind. I think Zwick could portray Superman as a champion, and not just through scenes with Superman, but more so with Clark Kent. And Zwick is good with action scenes, which is key. I understand he has his detractors, but come on, Glory speaks for itself. Blood Diamond and Legends of the Fall were awesome, and despite it's historical inaccuracy, Defiance was a helluva flick. As a History undergrad, if I can overlook the historical in accuracy, others should:cwink:. The Last Samurai needed some work, but was still enjoyable, same with Courage Under Fire. I just think the scripts needed more work in those cases, and with the kind of source material that could be set in front of Zwick, I don't think that problem would be had.

[Jordacar]

In reality, I do think Ed Zwick would be a great choice for Director. I've always felt Zwick is one of the most underrated Directors in Hollywood, and all of his films feature excellent performances, passion, emotion, attention to detail, and send a social message of some kind. I think Zwick could portray Superman as a champion, and not just through scenes with Superman, but more so with Clark Kent. And Zwick is good with action scenes, which is key. I understand he has his detractors, but come on, Glory speaks for itself. Blood Diamond and Legends of the Fall were awesome, and despite it's historical inaccuracy, Defiance was a helluva flick. As a History undergrad, if I can overlook the historical in accuracy, others should:cwink:. The Last Samurai needed some work, but was still enjoyable, same with Courage Under Fire. I just think the scripts needed more work in those cases, and with the kind of source material that could be set in front of Zwick, I don't think that problem would be had.Plus, historical accuracy wouldn't really be an issue with Superman, just accuracy to the source material, and there's still a lot of wiggle room there.

[NotFadeAway]

Plus, historical accuracy wouldn't really be an issue with Superman, just accuracy to the source material, and there's still a lot of wiggle room there.

Exactly.

[Webhead2006]

interesting choice for director.

[NotFadeAway]

interesting choice for director.

Zwick has been on my fanboy list for some time. I was debating about who to go with for my post, and then I watched Blood Diamond and Defiance back to back. And I figured I'd run with it, I've never really came out and mentioned Zwick as a favorite of mine. If the script was great, the movie would be great. And Zwick is the kind of director would could bring in your Russell Crowe/Daniel Craig/Leo DiCaprio/Denzel Washington type actors which I think the next Superman needs a bit off.

Or, Superman needs Peter Jackson......

[Webhead2006]

Yea hopefully who ever takes over the reign of superman for wb next time around can be a choice we can all get behind and they can get the right talent on board for the film. With the right director it could make it easier for big name folks for example willing to get on board.

[Excel]

Final Superman Trailer to debut next week with "King of the Elves"
3/7/2012
Los Angeles: It was announced today that the third and final trailer for Warner Brothers much vaunted film Superman, hyped by many as the summers most anticipated blockbuster, will be sent to theaters next week to air with Disneys King of Elves. Superman, starring Henry Cavill and Tom Hanks, opens May 18th.

Superman Trailer set to air with 'Idol' & 'Stars'
3/8/2012
The final trailer for Warner Brothers 'Superman' will air in 2 weeks with the seasonal episodes of American Idol and Dancing with the Stars. It was announced today that one of the remaining contestants for the shows will be doing an intro for the trailer, which will run for 2:30 and take up the entire 3rd commercial segment of each shows, around :45 mark of the hour respectively. Superman opens May 18th.

The Final Poster would be a Star Wars esque collage; set against a black backdrop would be a picture of Superman flying up; Pictured of Lois and Jor-el featured promiently, luthor and Olsen as well. Clouded nights skyline beneath; Havocs face looking over the top. Right beneath the pic of Superman flying is the logo "S" and beneath it, among the clouds, S U P E R M A N.

[Excel]

The final theatrical trailer for SUPERMAN


Shot of Krypton’s Capitol mega-city at night
-A voiceover “I know what you’ve done Jor-el” as we see a shot of Jor-el in battle; and another of him lying defeated in slow mo, a close up on Hanks face. Hes held against a wall, being STRANGLED as BRAINIAC is talking
-“You’ve sent the boy off planet” he continues, as we see a shot of the pod flying away from the planet
-“I’m going to find him Jor-el” he growls, as we see a shot of Superman standing alone, inside the darkened ice castle that is the FORTRESS of Solitude at night
-“And these are the hands” he says as we see his grip on Jor-el’s neck tighten.
-Superman look up, and rockets out of the frame
-On Superman as he flies steadily through the clouds at night going faster and faster, as music rises
-“The will kill him” Brainiac finishes
-As he does, Superman FLIES right into the camera
-Warner Brothers Logo
-D.C. Comics logo
-Pan up over sand at night to see an Alien Craft in the midst of the Sahara Desert
-Outside the craft, a dozen humvees and military looking helicopters are, guns towards the craft. A dark figure hovers down in front of us.
-“What have we here?” Lord Havoc hisses in a voiceover
-Clark Kent, in Metropolis during the day, enters an alley, about to rip open his shirt
-“Do you remember me?” Havoc hisses at Superman in the middle of a darkened observatory.
-Shot of Luthor striding
-Luthor says “This is only the beginning.”
-The bottom 3 floors of a sky scrapper explode
-Walls crumble- a building collapse
-A crowded street at night-people scream-RUN- a mob of people fleeing SOMETHING
-Music peaks-slows, the theme from “The Dark Knight” plays over
-Shot of Lois Lane
-Superman glides slowly through clouds at night
-Superman and lois’s eyes meet across a crowd-love at first sight
-Lois asks “who….are you?”
-Shot of Antarctica
-Superman responds “a Friend”
-“How does it feel?”, Luthor whispers
-Shot of Superman and Lois hover off the Planet rooftop
-Superman, looking almost depressed, within the fortress
-“Its almost like your human, isn’t it?”
-A tearful Lois leans over a motionless body
-A helicopter spins between skys crappers, crashing
-Lois and Superman on a rooftop at night
-Lois asks “What is it like to be the last of your kind?”
-shot closing up of Supermans face, looking in pure panic
-Shot of Lois’s in distress
-“No matter how hard you try” Havoc whispers
-Shot of Superman and Lois flying over the ocean, they begin to kiss
-“You will never be one of them.” he finishes
-As he says this, we get a shot of Clark Kent in the planet, watching Lois work from a distance
-Lex Luthor says “Superman is much graver threat than…anybody…realizes”
-Shot of Superman flying through the slight clouds of a perfect day, eyes welling up
-Havoc finishes “You will always be an alien to them…and to her”
-As he says this, we see a shot of Clark standing against a sunset, in a huge cornfield
-Shot of Luthor looking enraged
-Martha says “Your father always said…”
-Music begisn to rise, faster and faster
-Shot of Kryptons capital at night, bustling city, aircraft everywhere
-Shot of Hanks Jor-el
-She finishes “That you are here for a reason”
-Superman flies between skyscrappers
-Shot of Luthor “I run this city”
-Superman dives as a blast incarnates a building behind
-Shot of Havoc, in his alien ship
-“The end is here, Kal-el”! he screams
-Superman kicks two thugs
-Music turns more optimistic, Epic
-“What if I fail you?” Superman asks Jor-el’s hologram in fortress
-Shot of Lois Lane, Short Jimmy Olsen
-Shot of military jet flying over head
-“You could never fail me” Jor-el reponds
-Music peaks; the new SUPERMAN THEME begins, Loud, booming, epic, hopeful
-A helicopters finds slice into a building as it crashes
-Superman and Havoc bullet through desert of on a bright, sunny day
-Aircraft “cars” rocket by in Kryptons capitol
-Superman flies over Antarctica
-An explosion sends Superman reeling backwards
-Havoc and Superman crash through a building
-A machine blasts into a Kryptonion building
-Luthor smashes a crowdbar down onto a weakened Superman; Superman barely able to deflect it
-Superman and Havoc brawl in midair as we pan around them, spectacular punches and kicks
-Superman and Lois Lane embrace
-Havoc jumps onto an army jet in midair, it tumbles away
-Superman booms towards
-A tidal wave thunders into an oil tanker
-In the desert, Havoc, followed by 1 of his alien cronies, then another, rocket by us on the sides, finally SUPERMAN rockets INTO THE CAMERA, the music reaching a satisfying peak
-S LOGO - SUPERMAN
-Shot of Superman
-Shot of Havoc, saying “Cry for me…”
-Lois Lane screams “SUPERMAN-HELLLL-
-Brawling Superman and Havoc thunder into the pavement
-He finishes “Super man”
-Jor-el looks on
-Lois plummets - Superman rockets down in an arc
-Humvees thunder down onto a city street
-Superman howls “Miss me?”
-Superman flies low on a freeway AGAINST traffic, cars dodging
-An explosion inthe water- a huge funnel
-Superman rockets by us ina tunnel, fire behind him, reaches the camera
-MAY 18TH, 2012

[NotFadeAway]

Yea hopefully who ever takes over the reign of superman for wb next time around can be a choice we can all get behind and they can get the right talent on board for the film. With the right director it could make it easier for big name folks for example willing to get on board.

The kind of Director we get will tell us alot about the actors that will be cast. With a guy like Zwick, or Peter Jackson for that matter, you know we would be getting actors who are both known and bring quality to a movie and there particular role. In other words, some serious credibility.

[Webhead2006]

Yea i totally see that.

[Excel]

Singer was supposed to bring the same.

[BATZARRO WWD]

July 20, 2009
WB announces Superman is "Up in the Sky"
A spokesperson for WB has announced that a new take on the Superman franchise. Tentatively titled Superman: Up in the Sky. It is currently in scripting stages by Gabriel Ramirez, who made a pitch to the WB earlier this year. The spokesperson says the executives where so impressed they immediately put Ramirez with a team of writers so the film could be out the gate by 2012. No more details where revealed, even whether the movie is a reboot or a sequel, but that a full reveal was coming in November.


Hey, as long as I'm daydreaming, I might as well put myself in there, huh?
August 7, 2009
Could Blomkamp direct "Superman"?
The rumor mill is churning! The fine folks at IESB report that the new Superman film could be directed by none other than South African director Neil Blomkamp. Fresh off his newest film, District 9, Blomkamp has definitively proven to have a vision for storytelling.

Also making the rounds are rumors that the movie's plot is an all new origin story featuring multiple villains, included some rather obscure ones. Stay tuned.

Ain't no Kamp like the Blomkamp! This guy's gonna be huge someday!

November 3, 2009
Blomkamp confirmed as director for new Superman film, leads announced.
WB has dropped a bombshell on is unsuspecting journalists. They today confirmed the rumors that Neil Blomkamp(District 9) is directing the film "Superman: Up in the Sky", with Peter Jackson producing.They also revealed the new face for The Man of Steel. None other than G.I. Joe's Channing Tatum. Also joining in are Rosario Dawson as Lois Lane and Steward Head as Lois Lane and Lex Luthor, respectively.

The film is set to start filming next summer, and we are told it'll be an origin story where a freshman Superman starts his career by facing Lex Luthor, a high tech mafia, and a cabal of villains all intent on taking Superman down.
In my mind it works out, anyway

February 22 2010
Meet the Rogues Gallery of Superman: Up in the Sky
My sources inside WB have it on good word what villains will be a thorn on Superman's side come next 2011 . But Don't let them know you heard it from me!

We already know Lex Luthor is in, but my sources say the film will also have Livewire, Manchester Black, Silver Banshee, and The Parasite, as well as Crime boss Bruno Manheim . Click on each name for more information.

I am kind of worried. Though. We don't want the movie to become encumbered with characters, like X3: The Last Stand. What do you think?
Putting on a group of smaller villains. They are essentially superpowered henchmen in the film.

June 13, 2010
Dawson talks S.U.I.T.S.

The Bloggers at Cinematical have a long interview with Rosario Dawson. Luckily for us, they remembered to ask about Superman: Up in the Sky. Can we get some quick quoted up in here?

"It's a really great story. Like the kind of story that you aren't used to seeing in movies today, with clear cut heroes and some really bad bad guys n there."

While many fans may have fallen of their chairs when they heard Rosario was playing Lois Lane, they should not expect the changes to be cosmetic only.

"I can confirm right now that at Lois Lane and Superman are a team. She's not just, you know, "Superman. Save Me!"(laughs). She's a hard ass journalist, kind of jaded by the big city and she helps Superman as much as he helps her. I had a lot of fun."
In my filmverse Lois should be more than some damsel in distress and love interest like in the last film. But to take that further she and Superman should be a team, with Lois investigating the cases and helping solve the problems.

May 29 2010
Filming Begins on Superman: U.I.T.S.
Principal photography just begun on the new take on the Superman franchise. While a select few may be unhappy (http://DawsonisnotLois.com) about that, the rest of the blogosphere is pretty damned hyped about it.

Superman: Up in the Sky stars Channing Tatum as Superman, Rosario Dawson as Lois Lane, Steward Head as Lex Luthor, James Gandolphini as Bruno Manheim,Sam Neil as Johnathan Kent, Camryn Manheim as Martha Kent, Laurence Fishbourne as John Henry Irons, John Oliver as Manchester Black, Tilda Swinton as Silver Banshee, Dennis Leary as The Parasite and Kevin McKidd as Jor El. Slated for release May 20, 2013, the film will retell Superman's Origin and his first arrival in Metropolis.

[-JKR-]

Jim Uhls to pen Superman reboot
http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/3916/superman206.jpg
October 21, 2009. After Batman, James Bond and Star Trek, Superman is the next big Hollywood franchise to get the reboot treatment. And for that, Warner Bros. have tapped Fight Club writer Jim Uhls to pen the screenplay for the upcoming comic book movie.

Uhls recently wrote the script for another comic book adaptation, the Johnny Depp starring vehicle Rex Mundi.

No director is attached to the project yet.

Well. He wrote frikkin' Fight Club!

[Excel]

Art of 'Superman': Get a first hand look at how major locations would look.

KANDOR, KRYPTON:

http://www.bamkapow.com/ul/56-kryptonlongshot.jpg

Average Kryptonion Village
http://www.freewebs.com/ameliarosefitzwalter/3_naboo.jpg


Krypton Palace
http://www.bamkapow.com/ul/64-statue.jpg

http://www.supermantv.net/images/cartoons/wallpaper/krypton.jpg


Metropolis
http://behance.vo.llnwd.net/profiles/87755/projects/151725/877551228827302.jpg


http://www.supermanhomepage.com/images/superman-returns11/conceptart-street2.jpg


http://www.supermanhomepage.com/images/superman-returns11/conceptart-downtown.jpg

http://behance.vo.llnwd.net/profiles/87755/projects/151725/877551227758859.jpg


http://images.ea.com/games/superman_returns/_img/screens/screen_1.jpg

[Webhead2006]

All very good artworks from what ever is their source materials(starwars for example for krypton ones i know, others not to sure. )

[SuperDaniel]

I actually prefer Byrne's design for Krypton. Not the history but the design wich is very similar to the Kandor one Excel posted. I don't like the Naboo thing for Krypton. Krypton's way of life should be very different from Earth.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v332/Uaala/Jor-El02.jpg

My Jor-el would be played by JOHNNY DEPP.

Ship would look like this:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v332/Uaala/matrix-pod.jpg
http://img1.jurko.net/wall/paper/science_fiction_4.jpg

Another idea for Krypton:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v332/Uaala/Krypton-1.jpg

[Asr]

I would want to start from the basic template created by STAS/JL/JLU (my personal favorite - though I haven't read any comic books).

- Clark as "who I am" and Superman as "what I can do" (though I'd still want to see Clark as the unassuming mild-mannered everyman type to contrast with the Superman confidence)
- Lois as a spunky, sassy, & experienced reporter
- Perry as a gruff yet easygoing EIC
- Jimmy as a generally mild-mannered "kid" hoping for a break
- Luthor as the owner of LexCorp (and possibly genius/scientist) who sees Superman as his enemy because he's a variable in the city that Luthor feels he controls
- Pa and Ma Kent as Midwestern-type "everyparents"
- possible villains for a 1st movie: Metallo, Parasite, Bizarro, or Brainiac

I'd want to keep budget realistic with a higher percentage going to practical & visual effects and a lower percentage going to the cast, so as few A-listers as possible. Highest profile actors going to roles: Lois, Perry, Luthor, or Pa & Ma Kent.

Director: unknown, but someone who knows how to balance adventure/action with some drama/suspense and a little comedy. Not that I'm specifically for these directors but these movies have the type of atmosphere I'd target: The Mummy, The Mask of Zorro, TMNT, The Incredibles.

Composer: wouldn't be too hard to fill this role. John Williams' score is legendary but we don't need Williams himself to continue the legacy, and STAS proved to me an alternate theme can be just as (or even more) effective, so no big names needed either. I'm not very familiar with composers, the only name that comes to mind right away is James Newton-Howard who can pull off almost anything.

Cinematography: in terms of a "look" to the movie, bright colors to inspire hope and prosperity. No obviously hued or tinted look like other comic-book movies TDK, X-Men, etc. Palette closest to maybe something around Iron Man or Fantastic Four (Spider-Man felt too bright).

Costumes: the Superman suit itself should be a contemporary design - still traditional, but with sleek lines and accented with higher color contrast, like the STAS suit. All other clothing should look "next-century" to make the movie look a little bit post-modern but not too far it's unrelatable. Metropolis should look like the "city of tomorrow" and the people in it should look like the "people of tomorrow." No throwbacks to previous eras like the 30s or 50s.

Metropolis: same design as in STAS. A true "city of tomorrow" with advanced technology, ongoing scientific research & technological developments. A city that might conceivably create dangers like aggressive robots or exo-suits. Clean-looking streets, but beneath the surface, there are organized crime rings instead of individual thugs looking for a casual mugging.

Clark/Superman: Henry Cavill or equivalent. Minimum 6'1" height, broad-shouldered, intense eyes, square chin. Mid or late 20s. No "soft" facial features. Frame that can hide behind a business suit. Open a nationwide casting call for unknowns.

Lois: Average-height woman (minimum height 5'4"), slender-to-average figure. Charismatic, spunky, sense of humor, but also fiercely independent and intensely curious. Also very intelligent. Types: Elizabeth Banks, Erica Durance, Teri Hatcher (as in her Lois & Clark days). Another nationwide casting call. Screentest chemistry with Clark/Superman actor. If no chemistry, find next candidate.

Perry: older man with "wisdom beyond his years". Gruff but with a heart of gold who wants his staff to be on-time and on-call. (No casting ideas come to mind.)

Jimmy: college-age kid, possibly with ruddy good looks and a likeable quality. Generally mild-mannered with a propensity to use humor to get self through situations. Height between 5'8" and 6'.

Luthor: self-confident businessman type with a business conglomerate to his name, LexCorp. Imposing, manipulative figure with a sense of pride and arrogance. A man willing to do whatever it takes to win the edge in business. Character actor required for this role (no names come to mind).

Pa & Ma Kent: All-American Midwest-style Dennis Quaid type with Laura Dern type. 'Nuff said. ;) (whoever originally came up with them is brilliant!)

Villain: strong character able to take Superman on in a hand-to-hand fight. Property damage to ensue in fight, and villain must pose credible threat to Superman's life. Physically-fit character actor required for role. (I would prefer Metallo or Parasite for a 1st movie.)

Jor-El & Lara: Greek god-style characters and must have physical features to match. Must physically resemble the Superman actor. Jim Caviezel type with Lena Headey type.

Basic plot of story: an established Superman has been keeping Metropolis crime-free during the day, but unknown to him, sinister forces plan his destruction by night (possibly by Luthor). Superman begins to find evidence of a plot against him, and must use his Clark persona to investigate further. Lois also discovers the story and tries to out-scoop Clark. Later, he must become Superman to find and defeat the villain. (With sub-plots of someone not Lois in danger and the city being threatened.)

[Webhead2006]

nice post.

[GreenKToo]

I dont like the birthing matrix thing. I prefer that Kal-el be around 1 yr old or so before he's sent to Earth. The B.M. is kinda creepy.
Everything else is great tho.

[SuperDaniel]

Maybe not a Birthing Matrix but somehow of a induced sleep in the water with minerals and all.

[griffolyon12]

Art of 'Superman': Get a first hand look at how major locations would look.

KANDOR, KRYPTON:

http://www.bamkapow.com/ul/56-kryptonlongshot.jpg

Average Kryptonion Village
http://www.freewebs.com/ameliarosefitzwalter/3_naboo.jpg


Krypton Palace
http://www.bamkapow.com/ul/64-statue.jpg

http://www.supermantv.net/images/cartoons/wallpaper/krypton.jpg


Metropolis
http://behance.vo.llnwd.net/profiles/87755/projects/151725/877551228827302.jpg


http://www.supermanhomepage.com/images/superman-returns11/conceptart-street2.jpg


http://www.supermanhomepage.com/images/superman-returns11/conceptart-downtown.jpg

http://behance.vo.llnwd.net/profiles/87755/projects/151725/877551227758859.jpg


http://images.ea.com/games/superman_returns/_img/screens/screen_1.jpg
I love the look of Metropolis. Not entirely sure about the look of Krypton, seems a tad inconsistent, but I did enjoy the Italian inspired architecture from Star Wars as a potential look for Krypton. Would definitely be different.

[MichaelEsquire]

Reboot Announcement:
DC COMICS WRITER TO PEN 'SUPERMAN' REBOOT - 6/1/09 HOLLYWOOD, CA

Warner Brothers Studios announced formally today that it will be taking a new direction with what it plans to be a triumphant return of one of it's most iconic franchises and most well known character. Warner Bros. Pictures Group President Jeff Robinov stated that the new film will be written by Geoff Johns, critically acclaimed writer for DC Comics and one of the hottest writers in the comic world today. His most recent work was the Green Lantern and Flash series which rejuvenated the characters of Hal Jordan and Barry Allen and successfully brought them back into the spotlight in the DC Universe. "Geoff's storytelling ability is unlike anyone else in the comic book world today," said Robinov. "He has this innate ability to take classic story from the Silver Age of the 50s and 60s and modernize them for audiences of all ages. We thought who better to write a comic book movie than a comic book writer. Johns is currently hard at work on the story which will be an epic tale. "It has to be big because it doesn't get any bigger than Superman!" Johns said, knowing the task at hand was going to be his biggest to date. He is currently working on a new origin story which is meant to be the definitive story for Superman in the DC Universe entitled "Superman: Secret Origin." Will elements of the book find it's way into the movie? "I can't say anything yet, but it's going to be a unique experience for the viewers and the characters themselves as I'm going to try and give audiences both a Superman they've never seen before but also one they have been longing to see." Johns will not be alone in this project as artist Alex Ross has been personally requested by Johns to assist him in the project to help him design the world that he is creating. Johns thought Alex's realistic work and art style could "help bring the characters to life so that they can easily translate to the screen but still have a bigger than life feel to them." So far script details are very top secret but the project itself is certainly up, up, and away. More details will come as this exclusive story develops.

[kalelkilla]

some of you guys have way too much time on your hands...

[Webhead2006]

What else is there to do.

[Excel]

Updating...

Superman Tie Ins Announced
March 18th, 2012
L.A.-Warner Brothers announced today that this summers media monster 'Superman'-due in theaters in exactly 2 months-is slated to have numerous product tie ins and endorsements. PEPSICO will make us of it Pepsi soda products as well as Lays Chip's and Doritos; fast food chain TACO BELL will be distributing toys as well as custom made Superman themed mugs; 7/11's around the country will be selling custom made Superman themed Slurpee's; Mars Candies will be giving away 'Superman-sized Candy Bars' of SNICKERS, TWIX, and M&M's. MTV will also be doing a "Learn to fly Superman special", which air Sunday, 12th, at 8:30 P.M. est. which will feature MTV corresspondent Jamie Smith going Behind the Scenes of the filming, as well as giving 3 prizes: 3rd prize will be $25,000 dollars, 2nd prize will be $50,000 and a 3 day, 2 night trip to L.A. to attend the Suiperman premiere on May 15th, and 1st place will be your own private plane, in which you can literally learn to fly. Superman opens May 18th.

Superman to grace April 15TH cover of ROLLING STONE
April 1st, 2012
Superman will be making Rolling Stone cover debut: a Simple close of Henry Cavill; prominent blue eyes ablaze-staring into the camera, under the title "SUPERMAN- Rolling Stone sits down with Henry Cavill"

[Excel]

1st Superman T.V. Spot airs with "American Idol"
4/2/2012
____ here, did any of you goons see that kickass new SUPERMAN commercial? Is it May 18th yet? It seems like the whole world is counting down, after the all the trailer and media hype, but it feels as though each new piece of Superman-be it those nifty looking Taco Bell cups or the toys that are everywhere- just keeps looking cooler and cooler! Check out the spot below!

Superman T.V. Spot 1
*Fast drums*
-Superman flies into the camera during day, between building
-W.B. Logo
-Lois voiceovers "You know when theres just an instant connection" as we get a shot of Superman flying through the air, we rotate around him at night
-Lois plummets during the day in freefall, dozens of stories from the ground
-Back to Superman, who rockets past us, out of frame
-Lois Lane says to Clark "Wow"
-Lois continues "You just know its right"
-Clark stands at the Smallville farm
-"Your Father always said, that you were here for a reason"
-Shot of Jor-el on Krypton
-Shot of Jonathan on the farm
-Havoc smiles
-Superman voiceovers "What if I fail you?" as we see a teary eyed Superman flying upwards
-Jor-el says "You could never fial me"
-Music reaches as a pitch, as Lois, submerged in a tank, screams "SUPERMAN-HELP!"
-Havoc rockets into Supes side, smashing him out frame
-THIS SUMMER
-Superman flies over head
-Superman voiceovers "I have to stop him"
-Superman eyes Havoc at night
-A MAN OF TRUTH
-Superman flies with Lois
-Lois say's "But why you?"
-Superman flies against Traffic on a freeway
-A MAN OF JUSTICE
-An explosion sends hummers flying into the air
-Machines crash the kryptonion palace
-Havoc shape flies in outer space
-Superman says "Because I am the only one"
-A MAN
-"Who can"
-Superman and Havoc crash into a building
-Havoc uses his blastaff to blow up an army tank-it shoots into the air
-OF STEEL
-A building explodes
-A tidal wave crashes into a shape
-A helicopter crashes
-Superman flies into the camera
-SUPERMAN
-Havoc says "Cry for me"
-Superman is thrown backwards by his cape
-a huge crowd flees in the streets of downtown Metropolis
-'Superman'" he finishes
-An explosion sends Superman flying backwards, into the camera
-May 18th
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[Webhead2006]

I could visualize that.

[Excel]

Ive been very busy...time to Finish this:

Warner Brothers unviels new online Superman trailer via Fritolay
April 8th, 2012
Warner Brothers unvieled a new trailer for next months media monster SUPERMAN, which can viewed at their website as part of their contest to win ticets to the Los Angeles World Premiere on May 9th


The Superman "Lays" "Supertrailer"

-Shot of a Kryptionion village during the day. Peaceful.
-Jor-el voiceovers "Krypton is your home planet"
-More shots of Krypton
-Jor-el continues "It is a place ravaged by war"
-Shots of terrfied Kryptonions in camps, jails
-"The evil lord Brainiac and his armies wiped out much of the population"
-Shots of the enormous armies
-"When disaster struck, only the Prince of Krpyton was spared"
-Shuts of bursts of energy erupting from within the planet
-"The entire population was silenced in an instant. Except for one."
-Shots of a baby being placed in a a futuristic pod
-"The soul survivor, Brainiac it made his personal mission to hunt down the Prince"
-Shots of a meteor crashing into Kansas; Jonathan and Martha watch
-"fully aware that the Prince was the only thing that stood between him and complete rule of the galaxy".
-Shots of young Clark entering a barn at night
-"My son"
-Clark, now an adult, standing alone in the fortress of solitude
-"Your are that Prince"
-Pan back to see Clark, staring at the Superman suit, the S calls to him
-BLACK
-W.B. Logo
-D.C. Comics Logo
-Now we see Jor-el as he speaks "Brianiac believes that"
-Shots of Brainiac, Havoc
- "as long as Kal-el lives, he is not safe".
-Kal-el, in the fortress, says "How am I supposed to know what to do?"
-BLACK
-Music booms
-Jonathan Kent says "There is one thing I do know"
-Shot of Clark truging across the Arctic
-Pan over the Dessert during the day
Jonathan finishes "and that is that you are here for a reason"
-Clark peers through the Fortress
-Havoc talks with Brainiac "Lets crush this threat while we have the opporitunity"
-Shots of a futuristic spaceship being readied
-Brainiac says "Then go"
-Shots of downtown Metropolis at night
-"Kill him. Destroy the place"
-Shot of a secluded observatory at night
-Shots of crowds of people
-Shots of Lois Lane, Jimmy Olsen, Lex Luthor
-"That gave him a safe heaven".
-Silence.
-Superman stands in the fortress.
-He says "But what if I fail you?"
-Fade to Black.
-Slow, epic choir music-Lord of the Rings ish
-As the music plays, we see shots of Clark learning to fly in the cornfields; barely touching off the ground;
-Shots of Superman and Lois seeing eachother for the first time
-Lois says "Who are you?"
-Slow, epic music continues
-Lex Luthor says "Superman is....a problem."
-Shots of crowds fleeing
-Superman and Lois on a rooftop at night
-Lois says "Whats it like..."
-Shots of Krypton
-Shot of Superman flying through a night sky
-Lois finishes "to be the last of your kind?"
-Close up of Superman, eyes welling up, as he flies through clouds during the day
-"How does it feel?" Luthor hisses
-Superman hovers outside a high rise window at night
-"Almost like your human, isnt?" hisses Havoc in a voiceover
-FADE TO BLACK
-Loud, foreboding music begins to play
-Shot of a small, sleek spaceship in the middle of the Dessert at night
-We see tis surrounded by military vehicles
-Havoc voiceovers "What have we here?"
-Luthor says "The only way to catch anything....live bait".
-Havoc unleashes fury on the army outside hsi ship-hummers fly into the sky, explosions everywhere
-Lois and Superman fly together in a nights sky
-Superman whispers "Sometimes I wish I wasnt who I am"
-Havoc glares at Superman in the middle of the dessert during the day: "Do you remember me?"
-Silence, slow motion
-Shots of crowded street-the people flee
-Buildings explode/crumble
-Superman is on his knees, screaming, dying
-Superman voiceovers "I have to stop them"
-Lex Luthor watching as a building explodes infront of him
-A pack of military jets flies overhead
-Lois voiceovers "Why?"
-Shot of the 2 of them in the fortress of solitude
-Shots of Havoc, Luthor, Olsen, and Jor-el
-Superman says "Because nobody else can"
-Close up on Superman face
-Music explodes, loud, epic, fast
-Havoc crashes through a cieling
-Superman and Havoc wrangle in midair
-A helicopter explodes
-Massive pillars topple in a palace
-Havoc dodges a flying taxi
-A building explodes infront of a crowd
-Lois Lane Plummets
-Superman flys through the air
-THIS SUMMER
-Superman, dragging Havoc in midair by a phone wire, slingshots him into a building
-Havoc screams "The inevitable is drawing near Kal-el"
-Lois Lanes car avoids an ugly crash on the highway
-Havoc and his boys fly by, Superman in hot pursuit
-Superman and Havoc, wrangling, crash into s building
-LIVE
-Superman flies low on a freeway, AGAINST traffic, cars swerve to avoid hitting
-A tidal wave smashes into an oil tanker ship
-Luthor screams "He is an alien!"
-Superman and Lois hover off a building
-Lex Luthor smashes a crow bar onto a weakened Superman
-THE
-Superman slams into the pavement
-Superman growls "Miss me?!"
-Havoc smashes a gasoline truck into Superman
-Superman screams
-LEGEND
-Superman rockets by in outer space
-Superman flies towards as a huge building behind explodes
-An explosion blows Superman back into the camera
-SUPERMAN

[Webhead2006]

cool trailer description. Though i dont really feel going royality angle on the EL's.