Jessica Biel to join Thor cast?

[zeptron]

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Exclusive: Jessica Biel In Talks To Join 'Thor' (http://www.nukethefridge.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1923:exclusive-jessica-biel-in-talks-to-join-thor&catid=10:news&Itemid=39) Written by Jason Nicholl Wednesday, 01 July 2009 04:13
Our sources, from deep within, have once again exclusively told NukeTheFridge.com a nice little tidbit involving the casting of an upcoming Marvel movie. According to our source, Jessica Biel is in talks about joining the cast of "Thor."
Reportedly if cast, Biel will play the love interest of "Thor." The most probable love interest for "Thor" would more than likely be "Jane Foster," a nurse and girlfriend of "Thor" alter ego Donald Blake. But the problem is that our source was not sure of the character's name, but seemed to believe it was the same female character from the animated "Hulk vs Thor." If that is the case, since "Jane Foster" was not in the animated movie, Biel is more than likely playing either "Amora, The Enchantress" or "Sif." Those characters did appear in "Hulk vs Thor." "The Enchantress" is a powerful sorceress who seeks to make Thor fall in love with her. When Thor rejects her for "Sif," an Asgardian warrior whom Thor falls in love with, "The Enchantress" helps Loki in his plot against Thor.
Considering that all rumors say that the first "Thor" movie, directed by Kenneth Branagh, is dealing with the title character's time in Asgard and will not feature Donald Blake at all, or not until the very climax of the film, it is more likely that Biel would be either "Sif" or "The Enchantress." Personally, I think she would make a great Enchantress. What do you think?
Stay tuned for more confirmation on the possible casting of Jessica Biel, and exactly what character she will play in "Thor."

[Humphrey Bogart]

Keep her away from both Sif and the Enchantress please.

[TheCorpulent1]

What the f***? Tiny, petit Natalie Portman's being considered for Sif and tall, voluptuous Jessica Biel is being considered for Jane Foster? What kind of mad, backwards reality are we living in?! :huh:

Either way, I wouldn't mind seeing Biel in the movie. I don't think she's a terrible actress or anything, and she'd certainly bring some star power (and eye candy ;)) to the film.

[Chewy]

What the f***? Tiny, petit Natalie Portman's being considered for Sif and tall, voluptuous Jessica Biel is being considered for Jane Foster? What kind of mad, backwards reality are we living in?! :huh:
The source in the article said it'd be the same love interest from Hulk VS, which would be Sif.

We'll see. I'm not Biel's biggest fan, but she is hot ;)

[louiebling$]

She will be one HOTT Sif :o


Not my ideal choice but... ehh I could live with it.. and she's gonna be sif not foster.

[Canis Sapiens]

I'm pretty sure she would be Sif. She could work, and bring some star power (and hotness!) to the movie as well. But there are at least 5 or 6 actresses I would prefer for the role.

[Panthro]

What the f***? Tiny, petit Natalie Portman's being considered for Sif and tall, voluptuous Jessica Biel is being considered for Jane Foster? What kind of mad, backwards reality are we living in?! :huh:

Either way, I wouldn't mind seeing Biel in the movie. I don't think she's a terrible actress or anything, and she'd certainly bring some star power (and eye candy ;)) to the film.
I thought Natalie Portman was considered for Jane Foster? That's what IMDB said anyway, which is about as reliable as Wikipedia which is about as reliable as Tom Rothman.

[Canis Sapiens]

...which is as reliable as Bill O' Reilly. :yay:

[TheCorpulent1]

The source in the article said it'd be the same love interest from Hulk VS, which would be Sif.

We'll see. I'm not Biel's biggest fan, but she is hot ;)
Sif and Amora were both treated as love interests in Hulk vs. Hell, Amora's the one whose kiss "resurrects" Thor or whatever.

[Lobo]

I'd be very happy with Biel as Sif. Not my ideal choice, but I like it. As stated by pretty much all of you, she'd bring some needed star power. I also think she'd look great opposite Hemsworth.

Save Amora for the sequel.

How would you guys feel if we get Biel as Sif and Portman as Foster?

[TheCorpulent1]

That would be great, but I doubt Portman would be cast for such a small role. Rumors are that Blake won't even be in the film anymore, so what kind of role would Jane Foster have?

[Chewy]

Sif and Amora were both treated as love interests in Hulk vs. Hell, Amora's the one whose kiss "resurrects" Thor or whatever.
True, it's been a while since I saw it. But I still think Biel would be Sif instead of Enchantress. If she is in talks at all

[Panthro]

Well I have an easier time believing Biel could be a warrior goddess than Portman.

[TheCorpulent1]

True, it's been a while since I saw it. But I still think Biel would be Sif instead of Enchantress. If she is in talks at all
I'd prefer her as Sif myself. :up:

[Lobo]

That would be great, but I doubt Portman would be cast for such a small role. Rumors are that Blake won't even be in the film anymore, so what kind of role would Jane Foster have?

Maybe a cameo at the end with Blake? She probably wouldn't do that unless the promised her screen time in Avengers, though.

[Panthro]

I'd prefer her as Sif myself. :up:
With some black hair dye of course.

Any ideas who'd make a good Amora?

[NewAvenger4]

Shes most likely sif,which is freakin AWESOME!!!!
shes hot too
NOOOOO DONALD BLAKE EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Lobo]

Sienna Miller IMO, Blake Lively would also be pretty good.

[louiebling$]

Sienna Miller IMO, Blake Lively would also be pretty good.

That would be too dreamy:heart:

[terry78]

She does have the body for it. Sif and Thor are basically the perfect specimens regarding physicality.

[[A]]

Jessica Biel to join Thor cast?I say this is the first bit of bad news we got..

[R_Hythlodeus]

No! Never! She was cute 7 years ago but never went on to become a good female actor. She is on the same acting level as Megan Fox, which means level zero.

[Nathan]

There are better choices, but I wouldn't mind her as Sif. And she is well trained so I wouldn't have trouble seeing her as a female Asgardian Warrior.

[Brian Braddock]

Me neither - I really dont have a problem with Biel as Sif.

[[A]]

Oh good. Let's sign her up.

[Venom'sDad]

I thought Thor's alter-ego Donald Blake was not going to be in this film. I could have sworn we read someone here that KB decided to go another direction.

[[A]]

I read he's gonna be at it.. in the end.

[TheComicbookKid]

No! Never! She was cute 7 years ago but never went on to become a good female actor. She is on the same acting level as Megan Fox, which means level zero.

Come on now. Neither are going to Oscar nominated, but Biel has at least attempted to stretch her acting muscle with the Illustionist and Easy Virtue. She may lack that "je ne sais pas que" but at least she doesn't harm the films she's been in either. She's got a great physical look.

Despite Stan Lee's writing style, it ain't Shakespeare.

[Canis Sapiens]

I thought Thor's alter-ego Donald Blake was not going to be in this film. I could have sworn we read someone here that KB decided to go another direction.

You're right. According to Kevin Feige, Donald Blake won't be in the film. Months ago, there were some rumors about DB being written into the script, but all was denied in a recent interview.

[Lobo]

No! Never! She was cute 7 years ago but never went on to become a good female actor. She is on the same acting level as Megan Fox, which means level zero.

Incorrect, sir.

[Nathan]

Exchange the bow with a sword and let the ass kicking begin.

http://img40.imageshack.us/img40/1281/bielq.jpg (http://img40.imageshack.us/i/bielq.jpg/)

[BoredGuy]

two things:

1. Ken friggin Branagh, if he thinks she can pull it off after seeing her read, I have faith...and if she sucks he wont take her.

2. I guess she could still be Jane Foster. Even though theres no blake in the film, Thor does still spend time on earth, so a love interest in Midgard isn't outta the question.

[Venom'sDad]

Why would she be playing Ms. Foster if Blake is not in the film... I don't get bit. How accurate is this story? Is the link reliable?

[Chewy]

The article said that she WOULDN'T be playing Foster, but rather that she would be playing either Sif or Amora

Not sure how reliable the article is

[FaT_tONle]

****ing knew Marvel could not refrain from a commercial hire like this... can't wait to see Biel trying to pull of an accent next to British actors... Illusionist here we come.

[Brian Braddock]

Yeah, damn Marvel. :whatever:

Next you'll be moaning about how little they're paying Biel, FT.

You really dont like how they do things, do you?

[Keyser Soze]

Wasn't he the same guy who was complaining about the casting of Hemsworth and Hiddleston, saying the movie was going to sink without more "commercial" actors in the cast?

[drax]

I find Jessica Biel very good to play Sif, I find her very beautiful and she is a good actress.

Except that, I really would like to see Liv Tyler in Sif role.

[chiefchirpa]

Liv Tyler is already Betty Ross.

[I SEE SPIDEY]

Unlike most on here I don't have a huge problem with JB's acting. Is she the greatest? No but neither is Scarlet J.

[FaT_tONle]

Wasn't he the same guy who was complaining about the casting of Hemsworth and Hiddleston, saying the movie was going to sink without more "commercial" actors in the cast?

Yeah... I wasn't confident. But I was thinking more along the lines of veteran actors that are type cast, but are solid and well known. Not the freaking lead female love interest. All I can say is... if Marvel goes in this direction there will be no turning back. They will need yet another voluptuous actress to complete the love triangle, so I definitely think a Portman is still in play. At least she'd be a better actress, even if she can't hold her own against Biel bodywise.

[[A]]

Unlike most on here I don't have a huge problem with JB's acting. Is she the greatest? No but neither is Scarlet J.So you think someone who's against Biel is ok with Johansson's casting..?

[Chris B]

That would be great, but I doubt Portman would be cast for such a small role. Rumors are that Blake won't even be in the film anymore, so what kind of role would Jane Foster have?

I never read it, but according to the people that have, the original script had a Viking playing a part in teaching Thor humility. Since it sounds like they changed the Earth portion to the modern day, maybe they swapped that character out for Jane Foster?

[R_Hythlodeus]

;17138026']So you think someone who's against Biel is ok with Johansson's casting..?
Yes. I am. Because there is still a huge difference, actingwise, between Biel and Johansson. That´s like comparing Adam Sandler to Christian Bale.

[Brian Braddock]

I agree - Bale's way funnier.

[Still A ThorFan]

Biel is acceptable.

[terry78]

http://img103.imageshack.us/img103/2496/amorathorsif.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3385/3261242636_2f579b8ed9_b.jpg


If there ever is a scene where Thor is hurt and she has to ever do this, Biel is the only chick that has the body type where it would be believable that she was really able to hold him.

http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/9459/sif1.jpg

[[A]]

Yes. I am. Because there is still a huge difference, actingwise, between Biel and Johansson. That´s like comparing Adam Sandler to Christian Bale.

I agree - Bale's way funnier.Good reply :hehe:

And neither Johansson or Biel can really act, come on -- they're just bodies. Bah, I only like Biel's body. Top notch.

[topdog1]

I'd be very happy with Biel as Sif. Not my ideal choice, but I like it. As stated by pretty much all of you, she'd bring some needed star power. I also think she'd look great opposite Hemsworth.

Save Amora for the sequel.

How would you guys feel if we get Biel as Sif and Portman as Foster?

Biel would be my ideal choice! I pray that this rumor is true. To the people that are saying she can't act, watch The Illusionist. She's beautiful and can deliver on screen. Marvel is making the right moves yet again.

[topdog1]

See...

http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2009-6/1341152/Beil%20as%20Sif.JPG

(not a "hotlink" I did it... ok?)

[Lobo]

Don't worry, staff is aware that villagephotos is a photo hosting site.

[Panthro]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3385/3261242636_2f579b8ed9_b.jpg

Wow. Sif looks kind of Queen Karnilla of the Norns in that get up, doesn't she? What era/story is that from?


If there ever is a scene where Thor is hurt and she has to ever do this, Biel is the only chick that has the body type where it would be believable that she was really able to hold him.

http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/9459/sif1.jpg
Agreed.

[WillardNation]

I was hoping Biel would Jennifer Walters if She-Hulk was ever in a movie but I'm totally cool with her as Sif.

[DocHoliday]

I actually do not have issue with this, if true. She fits the look.

[sdn]

Why not Jessica Biel for Enchantress? She's a stunning blonde.

[zeptron]

I don't think Enchantress is even in the script.

[Philly Phanboy]

I'm kinda hoping Jessica is up for the Karnilla role.

Jessica as Sif seems pretty uninspired casting and I doubt if she could do much with the part that we haven't seen before. As Karnilla we might actually see her do some actual acting.

[louiebling$]

Haha El Mayimbe is counting out Beil for Thor becuase Portman was cast :rolleyes:

[RachelDawes]

Why would Biel and Portman not be in the same movie? Too expensive?

[Chewy]

I think the implication is that the movie would only need one love interest - with Foster being written in, Sif might have been written out.

Not to mention that the Biel rumor didn't exactly spring up from the most reliable site...

[Kurosawa]

I'll be very disappointed if there's no SIf.

[FaT_tONle]

You can save the Asgard females for sequels being that a lot of this will be an Earth story. I think they will still be in the film, just not as the main love interest.

[Ursa]

If Jane Foster is the love interest, so there's no Sif. If Jessica Biel is still in it, she'll be probably Enchantress.

I think it would be interesting.

[FVD]

I wouldn't complain is Biel gets cast as Sif. Love the comparison above too.

And I think that Portman is more ideal for Foster than Sif anyway.

[zeptron]

Sif is Thor's love interest in Asgard, and when Thor was sent to earth, he was sent as Donald Blake, and fell in love with Jane Foster.

Well since Donald Blake is officially not in the film, my guess is Thor will fall in love with Jane Foster after he is sent to earth, leaving Sif in Asgard.

[Philly Phanboy]

I don't see them removing Sif. She is--or more accurately her hair is--a large part of the lore that ties Loki and Mjolnir with Thor.

I also can't see Portman's role in this movie being any more substantial than Bryce Dallas Howard's role was in Spider-Man 3.

[TheCorpulent1]

Meh, I vastly prefer Sif as Thor's love interest over Jane Foster. I get the feeling that Sif will be cast aside in favor of Jane for the movies, though. At best, Sif'll probably be a friend or an ex or something.

[Kurosawa]

Or not appear at all. Which is weak.

I'm somewhat concerned about the direction of the movie due to Earth being brought in more. I was hoping it would be much more of a fantasy LOTR film than a superhero movie.

Hope I'm wrong.

[TheCorpulent1]

Yeah, I'm not as excited about the setting changing to include more of Earth either. Plenty of time for that when Thor is an Avenger. His own story should reflect the mythological aspect more, I think. But there's no way to know how it'll turn out at this point, so I'm still cautiously optimistic.

[Ursa]

Two love interests? Why?

They won't cast Natalie Portman, an A-list actress, to be just one of the love interests, her role should be substantial, although she won't sign on.

Maybe Jessica Biel was auditioning for the same role and lost, or she is in negotiations to be the Enchantress, a villain partner for Loki.

I think it is much more interesting than two love interests...

[Hypestyle]

If Biel ends up being Sif or Brunnhilde, I wouldn't be offended..

[Demogoblin]

What the f***? Tiny, petit Natalie Portman's being considered for Sif and tall, voluptuous Jessica Biel is being considered for Jane Foster? What kind of mad, backwards reality are we living in?! :huh:

Either way, I wouldn't mind seeing Biel in the movie. I don't think she's a terrible actress or anything, and she'd certainly bring some star power (and eye candy ;)) to the film.

You mean like a redhead being cast to play a blond and a blond cast to play a redhead in Spidey 3? :o

[FaT_tONle]

There is no time to fit the Earth development in the Avengers movie. Cap will already mostly be a set piece and that screentime in Avengers will need to be devoted more towards Steve Rogers than Thor. Plus audiences will get more of the "superhero" feel in an Earth based film, which will help sell the film. They will embrace the fantasy world of Asgard in sequels once they familiarize themselves with the character, assuming the movie is a hit.

[TheCorpulent1]

You mean like a redhead being cast to play a blond and a blond cast to play a redhead in Spidey 3? :o
Another thing that boggled my mind.