The Official Superman Casting Thread

[Daybreak_st]

double post

[Daybreak_st]

http://l.yimg.com/l/tv/us/img/site/79/40/0000027940_20060922002014.jpg

Another Sean Faris pic

[Daybreak_st]

He has a good look for a young superman. Funny he was on Season one of Smallville and fought clark.

[ImWithTeamConan]

No to Sean Faris, he's quite bad as an actor. I tried my best to enjoy Never Back Down but he killed it for me.

[Young Superman]

Don't mind me, I gotta get this out of my system. I also know it will never happen. I'm just saying it one more time, just for ole times sake. Tom Welling for Supeman in Superman Reboot:
http://img68.imageshack.us/img68/2117/cksn2nu.jpg

[MAN O STEEL]

Don't mind me, I gotta get this out of my system. I also know it will never happen. I'm just saying it one more time, just for ole times sake. Tom Welling for Supeman in Superman Reboot:
http://img68.imageshack.us/img68/2117/cksn2nu.jpg


Gotta love the Welling. How anyone can look at that pic & not see Superman is beyond me. Strong steely jawline, Strong, determined look, strong chin, perfect thick, wavy Superman hair, 6'3, strong build. All those minor flaws that ppl complain about seem so small & petty next to the clear Pro's I just put forward. A shame he'll never be Superman outside of the series finale of Smallville. :(





Steve

[Spider-Bat]

Sam Worthington from Terminator: Salvation, and Clash of the titans.

I'm surprised I haven't seen anyone else recommend him unless I missed it.

He has a good build, square jaw, strong features, and looks like a Man.
It's time for SUPERMAN, not Super 20 something.

I'm not sure of Sam's age but he looks at least 30. He just has to grow his hair a bit, then dye it blue black, and the suit has to convey Power!
A big "S" shield on his chest, and the right colors, a deep red, not maroon, and the yellow "S" on the cape, a good flowing cape, something like how it was in Lois and Clark but better ofcourse. The suit has to be powerful and striking as does the actor and I think Sam can pull it off for sure.

And for Lex, it just hit me, Ralph Feines. He is a good villian and has shown he can go bald for a role.

I read if they do the revamp it'll be based on the great John Byrne revamp, which is just right and how it should be and has to finally be faithful to the comics, and have Lex as the evil businessman, in the background pulling the strings, and maybe be involved with the villians somehow, like in one he could be the one who gives Metallo his Kryptonite, then have him step up as the main villian in a sequel, using his armor, kind of like Stane in Ironman using the Ironmonger suit, but ofcourse not just like that, but so he could use that cool suit he has, I've always loved that, and he could have the Kryptonite ray shoot out of his chest and all that cool stuff. Finally give him the tools to actually fight Superman by using the armor.

[Dark Knight]

Yeah, his name's Henry Cavill.






Yep!

[Sawyer]

No more Tom Welling.
No more Brandon Routh.
No more Henry Cavill.
No more Daniel Cudmore.

Please.... just please stop.

[GreenKToo]

I'm not gonna go back and dig em' up but Sam Worthington's name has been mentioned.

Milo Ventimiglia ( peter petrelli, heroes) he's only 5'9 or 10, but what the he11, it's all in fun.

[Frodo]

He's 5'11 , but aside from that I think he could pull off the role . Only thing is the height issue .

[GreenKToo]

yeah. one site listed him at 5'9, another at 5'10.

[Crook]

He's 5'11 , but aside from that I think he could pull off the role . Only thing is the height issue .
Yeah, we'll just ignore the Sly face. :hehe:

[Weadazoid]

http://www.michaeltrucco.com/photos.html#


once again...he gets my vote

[GoblinWhirlwind]

Worthington? Come on... I don't mind him, but he's not even close to Superman.

[Lucid]

No more Tom Welling.
No more Brandon Routh.
No more Henry Cavill.
No more Daniel Cudmore.

Please.... just please stop.Routh and Welling, I understand--they've played the role and their time is gone--but Cavill and Cudmore I don't understand. This is a casting thread, is it not? Those two are probably the two best candidates as far as sheer potential and they should continue to be discussed until the role is officially cast.

[Young Superman]

Gotta love the Welling. How anyone can look at that pic & not see Superman is beyond me. Strong steely jawline, Strong, determined look, strong chin, perfect thick, wavy Superman hair, 6'3, strong build. All those minor flaws that ppl complain about seem so small & petty next to the clear Pro's I just put forward. A shame he'll never be Superman outside of the series finale of Smallville. :(





Steve

Agreed

[Slamet]

http://blog.zap2it.com/frominsidethebox/sean-faris-mens-health-cove.jpg

http://socialitelife.celebuzz.com/bfm_gallery/2009/12/sean_faris_for_mens_health/gallery_main/gallery_main-sean-faris-mens-health-cover-photos-12172009-01.jpg

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_Q2iQkra7ffU/Svi4KBDUl8I/AAAAAAAAHdU/jnNyT7dQVkU/s400/sean_faris_01.jpg

Wait...i know this guy! he is the american Christian Ronaldo!Lol

[Slamet]

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/14/Cavill-supes-2.jpg?et=oIAXiqfWewXLtlrod7k6wQ&nmid=321644666http://getnoseman.multiply.com/photos/album/4#photo=14

Thanks to capedwonder.com for the sources of material.

[Slamet]

Routh and Welling, I understand--they've played the role and their time is gone--but Cavill and Cudmore I don't understand. This is a casting thread, is it not? Those two are probably the two best candidates as far as sheer potential and they should continue to be discussed until the role is officially cast.


Haven't seen my multiply site though.

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/14/Cavill-supes-2.jpg?et=oIAXiqfWewXLtlrod7k6wQ&nmid=321644666

[Man of Tomorrow]

This thread has finally faded into complete stupidity.


No point posting anymore.

[db85usa]

This thread has finally faded into complete stupidity.


No point posting anymore.

Agreed.

[baleheadbrasil]

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/14/Cavill-supes-2.jpg?et=oIAXiqfWewXLtlrod7k6wQ&nmid=321644666http://getnoseman.multiply.com/photos/album/4#photo=14

Thanks to capedwonder.com for the sources of material.

NO!!!!
He will not be Superman in the Reboot...
Forget him!
His name has been speculated for many years...it´s very obvious.
They won´t choose him now.

[baleheadbrasil]

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/14/Cavill-supes-2.jpg?et=oIAXiqfWewXLtlrod7k6wQ&nmid=321644666http://getnoseman.multiply.com/photos/album/4#photo=14

Thanks to capedwonder.com for the sources of material.

NO!!!!
He will not be Superman in the Reboot...
Forget him!
His name has been speculated for many years...this choose is very obvious.
They won´t choose him now.
It´s easier to be Daniel Cudmore or Harmon Walsh,or Rick Malambri or an unknown who we don´t have any idea.

[RachelDawes]

Sam Worthington from Terminator: Salvation, and Clash of the titans.

He needs to prove he can master an American accent first.

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/14/Cavill-supes-2.jpg?et=oIAXiqfWewXLtlrod7k6wQ&nmid=321644666http://getnoseman.multiply.com/photos/album/4#photo=14

Thanks to capedwonder.com for the sources of material.

The face is great but I hate the hair.

[Slamet]

NO!!!!
He will not be Superman in the Reboot...
Forget him!
His name has been speculated for many years...this choose is very obvious.
They won´t choose him now.
It´s easier to be Daniel Cudmore or Harmon Walsh,or Rick Malambri or an unknown who we don´t have any idea.

:fhm:

[batman44]

This thread really isn't that bad imo. Do we get the same names.. yeah, but how is it different from any casting thread at the Hype. People have their favorites, but there have actually been many different names thrown in..good or bad depending on one's opinions. I guess I'm so use to seeing the same names over and over again in casting threads, that it doesn't bother me ( though I wish we all would stop posting the same pics over and over).

Quality manip btw Slamet.

[Slamet]

:word:

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/10/Cavill-bw.jpg?et=2ddb7IVCZPJP6NC3njadJQ&nmid=321644666

Superboy

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/15/Cavill-supes1.jpg?et=k%2Bk%2CPv3tYv%2CoSLHhszPWag&nmid=321644666

Superman!

[RachelDawes]

This thread really isn't that bad imo. Do we get the same names.. yeah, but how is it different from any casting thread at the Hype. People have their favorites, but there have actually been many different names thrown in..good or bad depending on one's opinions. I guess I'm so use to seeing the same names over and over again in casting threads, that it doesn't bother me ( though I wish we all would stop posting the same pics over and over).

Quality manip btw Slamet.

Yeah, in terms of the sheer number of names thrown around this is one of the better casting threads on the Hype.

[rdh007]

As a proud veteran of the casting wars, I wrote it then, I'll write it now:

Cavill for Kal-El!

[Webhead2006]

YEa i dont really see why cudmore wouldnt really have a chance, if he even does test once they are in testing stage. i am sure he would definately want to try out. Plus he is in the prime age range they are likely to be looking for clark/superman. Though hopefully once we get to casting stage some details will come out so we can see what direction they are going for casting this time.

[Alonsovich]

Since I'm talentless for those things... I'd like to ask for manips with Scott Porter and Jared Padalecki...:o

[GreenKToo]

That would be a good project for someone..take the best names thrown out here and if they havent already been done, manip them up, and put them all togeather.
walsh, cudmore, hammer, etc.

[DrMylesOBoogie]

Hope they avoid using Batman actors.

At the moment my cast would be the one of Smallville but alas I know that's impossible now so here goes...

Jor-El - Daniel Day Lewis
Lara - Connie Nielsen
Superman/Clark Kent - Matthew Bomer
Lois Lane - Selma Blair
LexLuthor - Billy Zane
Mercy - Milla Jovavich
Perry White - James Woods
Cat Grant - Jaime Pressley

[GreenKToo]

I'd love Alec Baldwin as Perry
Ian McShane as Morgan Edge
Hilary Swank as Lara
Caviezel as Jor-el
Kurt Russell as Jonathan
Depp or Day-Lewis as Lex.
Jason Isaacs or Hugo Weaving as Brainiac.

[Daybreak_st]

Milo Ventimiglia ( peter petrelli, heroes) he's only 5'9 or 10, but what the he11, it's all in fun.

I'm sorry but i see not justification at all for Milo, he might be a good nightwing or something but come on look at him compared to stallone. And stallone isn't even 6'0.

Milo Ventimiglia is too small altogether. You know just a few years ago he played Rocky's son in the last Rocky movie and looked much smaller than stallone who's only 5'10. Milo is only 5'9.

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/105/rocky6review02.jpg

[ImWithTeamConan]

My problem with Milo isn't height, it's look.

[GreenKToo]

hey, just throwing some new names out there instead of the same ol' tired ones.

[Alonsovich]

There's this total unknown model named Tom Welling... did anyone ever mention him? :o

[GreenKToo]

Tom welling? who dat? :oldrazz:

[ImWithTeamConan]

...Adrien Brody...

[Alonsovich]

Now in all seriousness... my Superman is Eion Bailey, and everybody that's been here long enough knows it. But I think that Showtime is right... It's about time that we start using a bit of imagination, because this Cavill/Routh/Welling thing is beginning to stink a bit... I know that Bailey won't be Supes because of his age. So I'm moving on... and some of you should start also to try to explore and accept other options, because the last thing I want and anybody wants is to have another Routh/Welling sucks/rules situation on the boards like we had last time. Showy dropped a hint at the Cap leftovers being a possibility... I'd like to see some manips done with them. And yes, they can bulk up... weights, personal trainers and chicken exist, people...

[Daybreak_st]

I guess i'll put it this way, we need the new superman to at least (look wise ) be as good as or better than Welling and Routh. Both those guys have great natural looks for superman, facial structure, height, build everything. If we get a new guy who's shorter, not as built and doesn't look right facial, all you're going to hear from the GA and fanboys is, "why didn't they just use the guy from the last Superman movie? He at least looked the part" or "why didn't they use the guy from smallville? he looked the part".

I have seen very few choices here that are nearly as good as those two guys. At this point i'm hoping for an open casting call, so a lot of guys who aren't mentioned here and are truly unknown can test and hopefully among them you'll find a guy who fits the bill.

As far as casting for Cap, other than Scott Porter most of those guys don't say superman at all. Also if the Superman Script is just being written, then i doubt NOlan and Goyer have their eye on anyone, regardless of what the studio may be thinking. I'm guessing they'll (Nolan and Goyer) may introduce some new names to the table that have nothing to do with casting cap, different character, different age (possibly as they were casting someone to play a guy in his early 20s verse an established superman if the leaked info is accurate).

[GreenKToo]

For the most part what we want will not matter. For all we know Nolan, Gough, The director, AND WB may want to get away from what we perceive as the ''Superman'' look, which up to now has been reeve and routh.

It could very well be an unknown that looks like he just stepped out of the comics, 6'3 and 225 lbs, or, it could be a well known actor thats 6'0 and 190lbs that we wouldnt have guessed at in a million years.
I don't know Nolans mind but after seeing him stick to his guns with Ledger as the Joker ( when ALOT complained about that at first) it tells me he really won't care if we dont like his choice.

Truth is, we just don't know enough yet to truly pick the type of actor that Nolan and company will want. Could be anybody, within reason that is.

[Alonsovich]

I agree with both of you... I still remember before the BB casting... well... Nolan's favorite for the role wasn't Bale. He was eyeing Hugh Dancy, people... don't forget that... he never even tested because of schedule. Same with Ledger. Since they're trying to make a departure from the other films, I'm pretty sure that we'll end up with a much more unconventional choice than the typical Reeve/Routh/Welling look... I don't know, call it a hunch.

[Daybreak_st]

yeah good point.

Also i just found this interesting tid bit regarding how Hensworth was cast as thor:

Finke reports Hemsworth had read for the part before but “wasn’t given a test because a casting director (http://screenrant.com/marvel-thor-cast-chris-hemsworth-carl-8876/#) had nixed him early on.” Apparently his younger brother tested for the role too, but Marvel passed. William Ward, Hemsworth’s rep and partner/founder at ROAR Management, then convinced Marvel’s executive Kevin Feige to reconsider. They let Hemsworth read again and it sure sounded like director Kenneth Branagh had a choice in mind (http://screenrant.com/kenneth-branagh-talks-thor-casting-delays-rob-8345/) 3 days ago, but the final decision was made today.

So far all the people who want to nix a person b/c years ago they "were in the mix" or whatever and some other director didn't cast them, read the above a realize this is hollywood, stranger things have happened.

[Daybreak_st]

For the most part what we want will not matter. For all we know Nolan, Gough, The director, AND WB may want to get away from what we perceive as the ''Superman'' look, which up to now has been reeve and routh.

It could very well be an unknown that looks like he just stepped out of the comics, 6'3 and 225 lbs, or, it could be a well known actor thats 6'0 and 190lbs that we wouldnt have guessed at in a million years.
I don't know Nolans mind but after seeing him stick to his guns with Ledger as the Joker ( when ALOT complained about that at first) tells me he really won't care if we dont like his choice.

Truth is, we just don't know enough yet to truly pick the type of actor that Nolan and company will want. Could be anybody, within reason that is.

both you guys make good points, but remember Nolan is getting a lot of credit that currently he doesn't deserve. This is Goyer's script, his idea, Nolan is going to help it get brought to life but this is really Goyer's baby, at least until a director is involved. Goyer is a big comic guy, so i doubt you'll see a complete departure from the iconic superman, maybe the suit will be different but a guy with dark hair and well-built is still most likely going to get the role.

Also i'm not really caught up on height, i mean Hensworth is playing thor and he's only 6'3 but looks pretty good for the role. He looked huge in star trek (like he towered over the other characters). I doubt they'll be looking for some giant guy for the role of superman. He'll just need to fit in with their creative vision, but i do think you'll still get a guy between 6' - 6'2 or 6'3 in the role. Goyer is a comic guy and i can't imagine him wanting to put some skinny 5'9 guy up there and pass him off as Superman.

[Daybreak_st]

yeah good point.

Also i just found this interesting tid bit regarding how Hensworth was cast as thor:

Finke reports Hemsworth had read for the part before but “wasn’t given a test because a casting director (http://screenrant.com/marvel-thor-cast-chris-hemsworth-carl-8876/#) had nixed him early on.” Apparently his younger brother tested for the role too, but Marvel passed. William Ward, Hemsworth’s rep and partner/founder at ROAR Management, then convinced Marvel’s executive Kevin Feige to reconsider. They let Hemsworth read again and it sure sounded like director Kenneth Branagh had a choice in mind (http://screenrant.com/kenneth-branagh-talks-thor-casting-delays-rob-8345/) 3 days ago, but the final decision was made today.

So far all the people who want to nix a person b/c years ago they "were in teh mix" or whatever and so other director didn't cast them, read the above a realize this is hollywood, stranger things have happened.


And if you do some searches you'll find that several other guys who were up for the role had a more natural look for thor than Hensworth. One guy Alexander Skarsgård is 6'4 and looks like this:

http://lukeg37.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/thorcastingtrueblood1.jpg

but he was passed up for Hensworth to play Thor. So i don't know, i guess the guy just needs to fit the profile and more importantly the director's vision.

[Alonsovich]

both you guys make good points, but remember Nolan is getting a lot of credit that currently he doesn't deserve. This is Goyer's script, his idea, Nolan is going to help it get brought to life but this is really Goyer's baby, at least until a director is involved. Goyer is a big comic guy, so i doubt you'll see a complete departure from the iconic superman, maybe the suit will be different but a guy with dark hair and well-built is still most likely going to get the role.

Also i'm not really caught up on height, i mean Hensworth is playing thor and he's only 6'3 but looks pretty good for the role. He looked huge in star trek (like he towered over the other characters). I doubt they'll be looking for some giant guy for the role of superman. He'll just need to fit in with their creative vision, but i do think you'll still get a guy between 6' - 6'2 or 6'3 in the role. Goyer is a comic guy and i can't imagine him wanting to put some skinny 5'9 guy up there and pass him off as Superman.

Yet he's quoted saying that Jake Gyllenhaal was his favorite for Batman...:cwink: I do think that Nolan is actively involved here. I mean... Jonah is co-writing the script as far as we know... Chris and Emma are the ones that offered Goyer's pitch to the studio... hell, even Jonah is rumored to be the director. Obviously it's not going to be Chris who choses the actor to play Supes, but it won't be Goyer either. If Jonah is indeed directing... well... guess who we have to trust... one Nolan directing and co-writing and the other one and his wife producing does sound indeed like they're very much in charge of this.

[Daybreak_st]

Yet he's quoted saying that Jake Gyllenhaal was his favorite for Batman...:cwink:


AHHHHHH! I never knew that :csad:



I do think that Nolan is actively involved here. I mean... Jonah is co-writing the script as far as we know... Chris and Emma are the ones that offered Goyer's pitch to the studio... hell, even Jonah is rumored to be the director. Obviously it's not going to be Chris who choses the actor to play Supes, but it won't be Goyer either. If Jonah is indeed directing... well... guess who we have to trust... one Nolan directing and co-writing and the other one and his wife producing does sound indeed like they're very much in charge of this.


It was still Goyer's idea and his vision. In the actual interviews Jonah hasn't even been mentioned that's all speculation, when asked Chis never even mentioned his brother. I'm not saying Goyer is choosing the actor, but i'm sure he and Nolan would probably discuss it along with the studio, sense it's really Goyer's vision that Nolan is helping to develop/translate not the other way around.

Also if Jonah was involved as some say, that would be great b/c he's also a big comic guy. The crazy suggestions (other than the one you posted above) for casting someone like superman has always come from the Studio rather than a comic guy. ie the crazy casting for Justice League, wrong on so many levels. Obviously we'll wait and see but Ledger as joker is a different story, the character is open to interpretation more-so than someone like superman. Also he very much captured the essense of the comic character brought to life. It may have been a departure from previous actors take on the character but it was very much in harmony with the idea of the character from the comics (yes the details of his origin were different, no chemical etc. but he constantly told people various lies about how he got his scars, similar to how he lied in the comics about his origin, very true to the source).

[Slugster]

Superman should be a handsome guy but more masculine looking as well. I think that superman should not look like a handsome young man as in the twilight movie, but a man like a Gerard Butler type but (not Butler).
I think Just a rugged handsome not boyish handsome.
he doesent have to be old just look tuff as well as handsome.

[GreenKToo]

I see it like this, Nolan is godfathering this. Goyer doesnt YET have that kinda power. It may be his (goyer's) idea, but Nolan has ALOT of say so.
And yes the Joker casting worked out great but people didnt know that beforehand and we're ready to riot..

[Daybreak_st]

I see it like this, Nolan is godfathering this. Goyer doesnt YET have that kinda power. It may be his (goyer's) idea, but Nolan has ALOT of say so.


yeah i see your point. I guess i just can't imagine the situation: offering your idea to a friend which he/she loves, then subsequently them taking over and pushing your ideas aside as if it was their vision all along. Does that make sense? Most people on these boards seem to discount Goyer as an after thought. I for one can't see Nolan treating Goyer like that regardless of how much "power" he has in relation to this project.

[GreenKToo]

oh i'm sure they're both neck deep in each others ideas etc. But, I'm just saying if WB is letting Nolan oversee this, then I would think they would give him alot of the power as well. Maybe not, I dont know. Just my thoughts.
I dont think Nolan will push goyer aside in the casting process, but I do think it will have to be one that they BOTH agree on.

[Daybreak_st]

oh i'm sure they're both neck deep in each others ideas etc. But, I'm just saying if WB is letting Nolan oversee this, then I would think they would give him alot of the power as well. Maybe not, I dont know. Just my thoughts.
I dont think Nolan will push goyer aside in the casting process, but I do think it will have to be one that they BOTH agree on.


yeah that makes sense. good point.

[GreenKToo]

My point is no better or worse than yours. its just my opinion. You may well be right on yours and mine wrong...
I just think at this point dismissing any choice ( again, within reason ) is premature. That is unless somebody knows something that we don't.

[RachelDawes]

Now in all seriousness... my Superman is Eion Bailey, and everybody that's been here long enough knows it. But I think that Showtime is right... It's about time that we start using a bit of imagination, because this Cavill/Routh/Welling thing is beginning to stink a bit... I know that Bailey won't be Supes because of his age. So I'm moving on... and some of you should start also to try to explore and accept other options, because the last thing I want and anybody wants is to have another Routh/Welling sucks/rules situation on the boards like we had last time. Showy dropped a hint at the Cap leftovers being a possibility... I'd like to see some manips done with them. And yes, they can bulk up... weights, personal trainers and chicken exist, people...

Cavill, Routh, and Welling actually haven't come up too much here recently. At least, not as much as they used to. Now people are suggesting lots of unknowns like Cudmore, Walsh, and Malambri, which I love.

[RachelDawes]

I agree with both of you... I still remember before the BB casting... well... Nolan's favorite for the role wasn't Bale. He was eyeing Hugh Dancy, people... don't forget that... he never even tested because of schedule. Same with Ledger. Since they're trying to make a departure from the other films, I'm pretty sure that we'll end up with a much more unconventional choice than the typical Reeve/Routh/Welling look... I don't know, call it a hunch.

Was Bale Goyer's favorite choice?

[Alonsovich]

Was Bale Goyer's favorite choice?

Ironically... also not... he's quoted saying it was Jake Gyllenhaal...

[arrivals]

I think Welling's chances have come, and are long....................gone.

I still think Cavill is the best choice in terms of look, acting ability and screen presence, but could live with Malambri, Walsh, heck even Faris.

New name to the list, though one completely out of left field, is Zack Conroy of the soap Bold and Beautiful. There is not much info, 25, can't find his height, though he looks six one or bigger, and has a long torso. Bright blue eyes, youngish looking, and don't take to much offense with his current hair. I wish I could post a pic, but I am overseas from the US, and don't have great computer access.

I think many will not approve, but he has a certain interesting look, he should at least get a a screen test.

Might be worth a look

[GreenKToo]

I'll see if I can unless someone beats me too it.

here ya go..

http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/7528/n1490012827497307.jpg (http://img638.imageshack.us/i/n1490012827497307.jpg/)

[baleheadbrasil]

:word:

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/10/Cavill-bw.jpg?et=2ddb7IVCZPJP6NC3njadJQ&nmid=321644666

Superboy

http://images.getnoseman.multiply.com/image/1/photos/4/600x600/15/Cavill-supes1.jpg?et=k%2Bk%2CPv3tYv%2CoSLHhszPWag&nmid=321644666

Superman!

Superman???? No,Superboy!! :woot: :down:

[Webhead2006]

well yea they probably wont use anyone who was in nolan's batman movies. The point of this thread was looking at the actors nolan has worked with in his films. We could probably see some big name caliber actors ending up being in this film in the key supporting roles.

[baleheadbrasil]

That would be a good project for someone..take the best names thrown out here and if they havent already been done, manip them up, and put them all togeather.
walsh, cudmore, hammer, etc.


Good idea :up:

[Alonsovich]

The names I'm interested in seeing manipped are Armie Hammer, Mike Vogel, Jared Padalecki, Cudmore and Scott Porter... there are already some of Cudmore around, but that would be my screen testing shortlist if I were directing this thing...:o

PS: Maybe add Chace Crawford to the list...

[Webhead2006]

yea right now we dont really know how casting will turn out. Now yes more then likely a good number of the names we have been saying for awhile will probably not be in the picture. Though guys who may have tested for Supes around SR days to some who probably did test for cap along many others will probably end up trying to test. I for one am very curious to see how casting will go with nolan being apart of this production and will probably have a hand in casting along with who ever is director and the studio execs and all that. As for some of the more recent names we have been talking about like cudmore, walsh, that rick m guy and a few others. I definately would like to see/hear them having a shot. I would also love to know what they will be looking for/wanting this go around for the casting of clark/superman.

[Daybreak_st]

The names I'm interested in seeing manipped are Armie Hammer, Mike Vogel, Jared Padalecki, Cudmore and Scott Porter... there are already some of Cudmore around, but that would be my screen testing shortlist if I were directing this thing...:o

PS: Maybe add Chace Crawford to the list...


Mike vogel is pretty short. He was in Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants acting opposite Blake Lively (the new carol farris) and she was taller than him.

[Daybreak_st]

Of the cap guys i'd say Chase Crawford, Scott Porter and Armie Hammer.

The first two guys have an interesting look that could work for superman. Armie doesn't really have the look, he has kind of a baby face imo, but he's got the height in spades. It would be nice to see what a bulked up, but trim hammer looked like in few years.

[Alonsovich]

Mike vogel is pretty short. He was in Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants acting opposite Blake Lively (the new carol farris) and she was taller than him.

They're actually the same height... 5' 11... Blake is a tall woman actually...

[Alonsovich]

Of the cap guys i'd say Chase Crawford, Scott Porter and Arnie Hammer.

Yeah... and if I were a betting man I'd put my money on them getting a screen test for sure...

[Webhead2006]

yea if its any one from the known guys who tested for cap i wouldnt mind seeing its porter(actually want him to test for flash not supes) vogel(possible), and maybe hedlund.

[Young Superman]

I'm tired of people saying who's in and who's out. When we really don't know anything yet.

[I Am Jack's...]

Just spit-ballin' here, and I doubt I'll get much of a positive response, but perhaps Alexander Skarsgard could do a decent job as Supes. I agree it seems like an odd choice, but I think he could pull it off. I am prepared with my flame shield though :woot:

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_OI_-mOb8_uc/SKGke6tmk-I/AAAAAAAAARg/f5eXLF4mmGk/s400/alexander5x.jpg

[GreenKToo]

Here's another choice. Matt Lanter. Hes 27 but only 5'10.


http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/9476/mattlanter.jpg (http://img515.imageshack.us/i/mattlanter.jpg/)

http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/5850/actormattlancohen584358.jpg (http://img208.imageshack.us/i/actormattlancohen584358.jpg/)

[baleheadbrasil]

^
Gorgeous but too Superboy for my taste :D
The same as Cavill,Scott Porter and Armie Hammer.

[Alonsovich]

^
Gorgeous but too Superboy for my taste :D
The same as Cavill,Scott Porter and Armie Hammer.

Unfortunately for you they're going to cast in that age range... WB isn't EVER going to risk having an almost 50 year old actor playing Supes in a 3rd film or a JLA film. They'll cast young. Bale being 27 when he was cast as Bats is possibly the absolute maximum they'll go for.

[Crook]

Bale was practically 30 when filming started.

[Alonsovich]

Bale was practically 30 when filming started.

It's still the maximum age or even pushing it... cast at 29... just look at the ages of his competition for the casting...

[Showtime]

Of the cap guys i'd say Chase Crawford, Scott Porter and Armie Hammer.

The first two guys have an interesting look that could work for superman. Armie doesn't really have the look, he has kind of a baby face imo, but he's got the height in spades. It would be nice to see what a bulked up, but trim hammer looked like in few years.

Yeah... and if I were a betting man I'd put my money on them getting a screen test for sure...

If I were to throw out a calculated speculation, Chase Crawford, Michael Cassidy, and Scott Porter would test for the role. I can see Hammer as well. Again, just some calculated speculation.

[batman44]

I remember reading Chase Crawford saying that his dream role would be Batman.

[B]

Chase Crawford & Michael Cassidy look far too young, if people had a problem with Brandon Routh looking young they'll have an even worse one for those 2.

[Alonsovich]

If I were to throw out a calculated speculation, Chase Crawford, Michael Cassidy, and Scott Porter would test for the role. I can see Hammer as well. Again, just some calculated speculation.

Yeah... calculated speculation as in "I know they're high up in WB's list"...:o:oldrazz:

[ArmsHeldOut]

Chase Crawford & Michael Cassidy look far too young, if people had a problem with Brandon Routh looking young they'll have an even worse one for those 2.

People always have a problem with something. You can't please everyone.

[Zorex]

Chase Crawford as Superman would make me violently ill.

Chase Crawford as Peter Pan, I could see that.

[B]

People always have a problem with something. You can't please everyone.

True, but something that was commented on alot was that Routh looked too young for the part & Kate Bosworth for that matter.

Routh's Superman was supposedly an already established Superman who has been around for some years then left earth for another 5 or so & came back still looking like he was only about 24'ish.

Same with Kate Bosworth, she was playing a more established Lois who'd been a reported for I dunno 10 years & looked about 23/24. She was made to look worse though because of the child, because the child looked about 6 or 7.

& this film is supposedly not an origin film according to rumors (Grrrr :cmad:), but of a Superman who has already been in society for a few years. It will suffer from the same comments from reviewers if this is the case.

[B]

Chase Crawford as Superman would make me violently ill.

:lmao:

[MAN O STEEL]

Chase Crawford? are you high Showtime?. The kid not only looks 19 at best but he's got this skinny metro sexual/emo thing going on & he facially looks nothing like Superman. I would not be afraid of this guys power if I saw him as Superman in real life, I'd feel like ***** slapping him up & down Metropolis. If this is the way the casting would go then I say just bring Routh back. I'd rather Routh than some weird homo erotic feminine looking guy. & Michael cassidy? He was already on Smallville playing the role of Worst Actor EVER!, so no I'm good thx.





Steve

[cin0]

cold blooded

[Alonsovich]

Chase Crawford? are you high Showtime?. The kid not only looks 19 at best but he's got this skinny metro sexual/emo thing going on & he facially looks nothing like Superman. I would not be afraid of this guys power if I saw him as Superman in real life, I'd feel like ***** slapping him up & down Metropolis. If this is the way the casting would go then I say just bring Routh back. I'd rather Routh than some weird homo erotic feminine looking guy. & Michael cassidy? He was already on Smallville playing the role of Worst Actor EVER!, so no I'm good thx.





Steve

Here we go again... just because we're in a superhero forum it doesn't mean that Superman actors are born with muscles... weight training, chicken and personal trainers exist, people... every goddamn actor bulks up for action roles, so that's not an excuse for not casting someone... or may I remind you guys of Chris Reeve's screentesting shape? Those things are done by training in a gym, not by being born with them, d'oh... :o

[Changeling]

I think Depp should be in this in some capacity. I mean, he gets suggested for so many superhero roles, and I think he'd fit Lex best.

[Showtime]

Chase Crawford? are you high Showtime?.

How about you pump the brakes.

~SHOW~

The kid not only looks 19 at best but he's got this skinny metro sexual/emo thing going on & he facially looks nothing like Superman. I would not be afraid of this guys power if I saw him as Superman in real life, I'd feel like ***** slapping him up & down Metropolis. If this is the way the casting would go then I say just bring Routh back. I'd rather Routh than some weird homo erotic feminine looking guy. & Michael cassidy? He was already on Smallville playing the role of Worst Actor EVER!, so no I'm good thx.

Guess what? I didn't say I wanted to cast him. I said I think he'll be on WB's radar. So maybe you can lie down for a spell and give yourself some alone time to figure this out.

~SHOW~

[Showtime]

Here we go again... just because we're in a superhero forum it doesn't mean that Superman actors are born with muscles... weight training, chicken and personal trainers exist, people... every goddamn actor bulks up for action roles, so that's not an excuse for not casting someone... or may I remind you guys of Chris Reeve's screentesting shape? Those things are done by training in a gym, not by being born with them, d'oh... :o

You're not taking this serious enough. This is very serious, these casting threads. Studios are watching and paying attention to everything we are saying. Don't forget that. :dry:

[Ashz22]

I like Ian Somerhalder it might be a good superman

[B]

You're not taking this serious enough. This is very serious, these casting threads. Studios are watching and paying attention to everything we are saying. Don't forget that. :dry:

I know you are being facetious, however there is attention paid to what is said on the internet to some level.. just not a very high one.

[OptimusPrime114]

Somebody should put up a poll:

Brandon Routh
Tom Welling
Harmon Walsh
Henry Cavill
Matt Bomer
Daniel Cudmore

and whatever name you like.

[Showtime]

I know you are being facetious, however there is attention paid to what is said on the internet to some level.. just not a very high one.

Of course there is, I've been saying that for literally 5 years on here, but they're not casting somebody based on casting threads in forums. That is where my sarcasm lies.

[RachelDawes]

I remember reading Chase Crawford saying that his dream role would be Batman.

Chace Crawford as Batman...*shudders*

[B]

Of course there is, I've been saying that for literally 5 years on here, but they're not casting somebody based on casting threads in forums. That is where my sarcasm lies.

Of course not, however you never know who is reading or what they'll take from what the 'fans' want or are discussing/suggesting.

Sure wasn't there one actor who saw or was sent a manip made from someone over on The Planet or here on Twitter & said he liked the idea of playing Supes in a reply, something so small like that could actually provoke him into trying to get the gig.

[ravn0s]

he might be able to pull of robin/nightwing but not batman.

[Showtime]

Of course not, however you never know who is reading or what they'll take from what the 'fans' want or are discussing/suggesting.

I can picture Alan Horn comparing manips on his bulletin board right now...

Sure wasn't there one actor who saw or was sent a manip made from someone over on The Planet or here on Twitter & said he liked the idea of playing Supes in a reply, something so small like that could actually provoke him into trying to get the gig.

No idea.

[B]

I can picture Alan Horn comparing manips on his bulletin board right now...

Not necessarily Alan Horn, or even looking at manips for that matter. But reading various peoples opinions on what they felt was wrong with Superman Returns &/or what they'd like to see in the next film? Quite possible.

Didn't Horn or Robinov or someone like that say that maybe there should have been more action in Superman Returns to satisfy the more male audience? That sounds like something that was complained about more on forums & fansites than in any 'credible' Superman Returns reviews I read.

Then again maybe he just watched the film himself & thought it didn't have enough action..

No idea.

There was I'm 99.9% positive, Rick something..

[Jake Cassidy]

If I were to throw out a calculated speculation, Chase Crawford, Michael Cassidy, and Scott Porter would test for the role. I can see Hammer as well. Again, just some calculated speculation.

I'm so glad it's Americans only. :oldrazz:

[That-Guy]

I love Somerhalder but I think he's built a little bit too small. He'd be an awesome Drizzt Do'Urden though, if any of you know who that is.

[Showtime]

Not necessarily Alan Horn, or even looking at manips for that matter. But reading various peoples opinions on what they felt was wrong with Superman Returns &/or what they'd like to see in the next film? Quite possible.

They have interns and admins who they have looking around at forums and websites to see what the buzz is. It isn't about the fanboys though, they worry much more about the general public, that is where the money is made.

Didn't Horn or Robinov or someone like that say that maybe there should have been more action in Superman Returns to satisfy the more male audience? That sounds like something that was complained about more on forums & fansites than in any 'credible' Superman Returns reviews I read.

Then again maybe he just watched the film himself & thought it didn't have enough action..


I would say it is there years of experience int he movie industry and not us fanboys on forums.


There was I'm 99.9% positive, Rick something..

Rick? Rick James?

Maybe you're talking about my guy Trucco?

[Changeling]

Rick? Rick James?

Maybe you're talking about my guy Trucco?
I think hes talking about Rick Malambri

[B]

They have interns and admins who they have looking around at forums and websites to see what the buzz is. It isn't about the fanboys though, they worry much more about the general public, that is where the money is made.

They wouldn't want to alienate the 'fanboys' though either by focusing on trying to please one group. I'm sure their main goal is to get a film together that pleases not only the hardcore Superman comic fans but also the various other forms of Superman fanboys & gals in addition to the average Joe cinema goer who doesn't know much about Superman other than what he sees on TV & film.

I hate to say it, but based on the success of Alice in Wonderland.. is having a film in 3D an automatic $500m film nowadays?
Not that I give a ****, 3D, Not 3D makes no difference to me..

Rick? Rick James?

Maybe you're talking about my guy Trucco?

Rick Malambri thats it. Someone must have seen the manip here or The Planet & sent him it on Twitter.

Michael Trucco?

[Castro]

If Johnny Messner was younger and taller, he'd be good imo.

Has it even been confirmed that Supes HAS to be in his 20's? Bale is in his mid 30's no?

Jon Hamm has the comic book look and voice and if age isn't a requirement, i would go with him.

I'm just really not feeling any of the young cats, Routh had the size, but something about him still seems so boyish as well as Cavill and isn't he british? The whole size thing really limits your choices so i think they will end up just doing an open cast and try and find someone with the look down and show some ability to act.

Let's face it, it's not very hard to portray Superman if you already have a manly voice and presence with leadership qualities, and Kent is just a nerdy and goofy dude. It's not going to take Daniel Day Lewis to pull this off. All you need to do is have a superb surrounding cast and you're good imo.

[GreenKToo]

Of course not, however you never know who is reading or what they'll take from what the 'fans' want or are discussing/suggesting.

Sure wasn't there one actor who saw or was sent a manip made from someone over on The Planet or here on Twitter & said he liked the idea of playing Supes in a reply, something so small like that could actually provoke him into trying to get the gig.
yup. not sure about the manip part but Michael Trucco found out his name was being tossed around for Supes a couple of years ago on (ahem) some sites and actually looked into it..or so he said on his site.

[GreenKToo]

No doubt Depp would own the role of Lex if he were cast.

[baleheadbrasil]

Michael Trucco was my first choice to replace Brandon.

[raybia]

I would bet looks will be factored in. For the role of Superman at least.

Sure they will not be the number 1 criteria, but he is not going to cast a good actor who people will not be able to buy as Superman the second they see him in costume either.

They cannot spend the whole movie trying to convince people he is Superman. That should happen as soon as they see him in costume the movie.

Likely they will take a wide number of unknowns to audition, and first narrow it down to those who have the look.

They they will narrow it down further to those that have the look, and have the talent.

Then narrow it down to the one who best fits the role in body language, speech pattern, all the things that make them more "superman" like on screen, while also having the talent and the right look.

Then the final guy would be the one in that group that best fits the role.

I hope he does not just go "ohh that guy has the look, cast him", but rather finds a guy who has it all.

But that is the Superman actor.

For other actors looks may not be factores in all that much. You can have an oddball choice Jimmy Olsen, in terms of looks. If the rest of the cast act nobody is going to be bothered by it much if they get a Superman that both looks great and acts great.

I love your Clint Walker choice. I would say 2nd would be Steve Reeves and 3rd Rock Hudson.

[Showtime]

They wouldn't want to alienate the 'fanboys' though either by focusing on trying to please one group. I'm sure their main goal is to get a film together that pleases not only the hardcore Superman comic fans but also the various other forms of Superman fanboys & gals in addition to the average Joe cinema goer who doesn't know much about Superman other than what he sees on TV & film.

Fanboys aren't as important as they used to be, nor are they as important as they think they are, or maybe I should say as WE think WE are. The general public are the ones who bring the money in.

Superman Returns didn't fare well because the general public didn't come back for repeat viewings and it had lukewarm word of mouth. It was because a depressing storyline, redundant action, no supervillians which meant no fights with supervillians, super kid, among other things.

Superman Returns didn't fail because there was no S on the cape, his hair was parted wrong, he killed some thugs on NK and Superman never kills, the red wasn't correct on the suit.

Of course WB would want fans to be happy, but they are not going to cater to them. Those days are over.

I hate to say it, but based on the success of Alice in Wonderland.. is having a film in 3D an automatic $500m film nowadays?
Not that I give a ****, 3D, Not 3D makes no difference to me..

Its the new fad, and its here to stay for a good while.


Rick Malambri thats it. Someone must have seen the manip here or The Planet & sent him it on Twitter.

Didn't remember that at all, but the dude looks the part.

Michael Trucco?

Yeah that guy, and what Green K said.

[sf2]

Has anyone suggested prince of caspia: narnia - Ben Barnes?

http://www.warrenandderrick.com/images/2008/05/04/ben_barnes.jpg
http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b57/Lithoniel/10f.jpg

[Showtime]

I don't remember him. If not, kudos for somebody that is new and seems valid, to me at least.

[ArmsHeldOut]

You're kidding right? How old is that kid? 14?

[I Am Jack's...]

Yeah, Barnes was pretty decent in PC, but nothing special IMO. And he looks too young.

Again, I suggest Skarsgard :woot: (*flame shields back up*)

http://www.interviewmagazine.com/files/2009/08/11/img-skarsgard-2_145009165793.jpg

[Slugster]

You know really, after watching Cudmore in the Twilite New Moon Movie, I like his look and he was tall but... Maybe they can work somthing out like give every body else lifts and make him wear flat sock like boots ???
but his hair needs to be parted on the left as Superman. It just looks better That was my only real peve with Routh.

[Slugster]

Fanboys aren't as important as they used to be, nor are they as important as they think they are, or maybe I should say as WE think WE are. The general public are the ones who bring the money in.

Superman Returns didn't fare well because the general public didn't come back for repeat viewings and it had lukewarm word of mouth. It was because a depressing storyline, redundant action, no supervillians which meant no fights with supervillians, super kid, among other things.

Superman Returns didn't fail because there was no S on the cape, his hair was parted wrong, he killed some thugs on NK and Superman never kills, the red wasn't correct on the suit.

Of course WB would want fans to be happy, but they are not going to cater to them. Those days are over.


.

It did for me because I didnt go back to see it in the theaters I own a copy because I collect Superman stuff But I have only watched it once because Of all those things I esp hated the suit and hair

[sf2]

You're kidding right? How old is that kid? 14?
he was born 1981. 2 years younger than routh. same height with routh, ?

http://benbarnesfan.com/gallery/albums/productions/films/2007_StarDust/ScreenCaptures/002/Ben_Barnes_309.jpg
http://princessrin.files.wordpress.com/2008/08/270x354_ben_barnes_2.jpg

i think he got potential.

[Man of Tomorrow]

Has anyone suggested prince of caspia: narnia - Ben Barnes?



He's British, 6'0 and pretty much the polar opposite of Superman in terms of resemblence...

So I personally wouldn't say he's a good choice, but I suppose it's all up to how to perceive Superman to appear

http://blog.zap2it.com/thedishrag/legacyimages/photos/uncategorized/2008/12/24/ben_barnes.jpg

[Showtime]

He can play Bond then.

[ArmsHeldOut]

Yeah, Barnes was pretty decent in PC, but nothing special IMO. And he looks too young.

Again, I suggest Skarsgard :woot: (*flame shields back up*)

http://www.interviewmagazine.com/files/2009/08/11/img-skarsgard-2_145009165793.jpg

He sorta looks like Superman in the pic you posted, but in other pics.. not so much. Check out the image below. Notice the bags under his eyes, and it almost looks like he has a broken nose.

http://images.starpulse.com/pictures/2009/06/11/previews/Alexander%20Skarsgard-ALO-072494.jpg

And as others have mentioned, it would be a pretty cool thing if the actor chosen to portray Supes resembles the character off screen, as well. This guy doesn't quite measure up.

[Man of Tomorrow]

Here's an American actor who derseves a screentest;

Brian Hallisay, mentioned him on here before. He's 6'2 and seems to be a good actor:

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1878999/

Acting clips:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiwqcbPvSbg


http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/brian-hallisay-nel-pilot-di-privileged-95921.jpg

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_SHj1lk_e2XQ/RXzPCJYa7uI/AAAAAAAAAAg/gVIICfJwlZ0/s320/foreverblue4.jpg http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/joanna-garcia-e-brian-hallisay-in-una-scena-dell-episodio-all-about-insecurities-di-privileged-95822.jpg

http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/joanna-garcia-e-brian-hallisay-nel-pilot-di-privileged-95917.jpg


Just needs to bulk up bigtime like Routh did, but the acting is there.

[Adenjo]

He sorta looks like Superman in the pic you posted, but in other pics.. not so much. Check out the image below. Notice the bags under his eyes, and it almost looks like he has a broken nose.

http://images.starpulse.com/pictures/2009/06/11/previews/Alexander%20Skarsgard-ALO-072494.jpg

And as others have mentioned, it would be a pretty cool thing if the actor chosen to portray Supes resembles the character off screen, as well. This guy doesn't quite measure up.

I love True Blood and Skarsgard is brilliant in it.. However he's no Superman.

Here's an American actor who derseves a screentest;

Brian Hallisay, mentioned him on here before. He's 6'2 and seems to be a good actor:

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1878999/

Acting clips:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiwqcbPvSbg


http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/brian-hallisay-nel-pilot-di-privileged-95921.jpg

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_SHj1lk_e2XQ/RXzPCJYa7uI/AAAAAAAAAAg/gVIICfJwlZ0/s320/foreverblue4.jpg http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/joanna-garcia-e-brian-hallisay-in-una-scena-dell-episodio-all-about-insecurities-di-privileged-95822.jpg

http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/joanna-garcia-e-brian-hallisay-nel-pilot-di-privileged-95917.jpg


Just needs to bulk up bigtime like Routh did, but the acting is there.
he needs his ears pinned back too.. However he does have a certain look about him...

[Webhead2006]

i would be curious to see Depp in a superman film. As who i am pretty open to any characters. He would be a very solid actor, and would definately have pull to get folks to the theater. I have tons of friends who love depp and would go see any film of his.

[Daybreak_st]

If I were to throw out a calculated speculation, Chase Crawford, Michael Cassidy, and Scott Porter would test for the role. I can see Hammer as well. Again, just some calculated speculation.

Really, i think Chase Crawford and Porter could be great but Michael Cassidy? He played Grant Gabriel on Smallville and looked pretty small next to the other actors, don't know his height but he doesn't have the build, i would love for the other two guys to test though.

[Man of Tomorrow]

he needs his ears pinned back too.. However he does have a certain look about him...

Ears won't be noticeable once he sports the longer Superman hair

http://www.theage.com.au/ffximage/2004/12/13/superman,0.jpg

[Webhead2006]

B even though from what we know of rumors there is to be no origin/superman around for awhile. Maybe the film could still be clark's arrival to metropolis, his first public save but maybe he has been in action in secret for a short period of time or what not. Plus we dont know what age range the character/point in life they will be yet. So like if lois/clark are to be like 25-28 yrs old going with a younger actor may work for what the character is. But if the character is to be around for a few yrs in action already(which urrrghh i agree would be a bad move there) then the character could be 28-34 yrs old so a later 20something yr old would be better suited.

[I Am Jack's...]

He sorta looks like Superman in the pic you posted, but in other pics.. not so much. Check out the image below. Notice the bags under his eyes, and it almost looks like he has a broken nose.

http://images.starpulse.com/pictures/2009/06/11/previews/Alexander%20Skarsgard-ALO-072494.jpg

And as others have mentioned, it would be a pretty cool thing if the actor chosen to portray Supes resembles the character off screen, as well. This guy doesn't quite measure up.

I agree he doesn't really come to mind when you think of the "Superman look" but with some black hair dye, a hair cut, and a clean shave, he can get a decent enough look. He already has a relatively strong jaw-line and the blue eyes. I think he looked fine in Generation Kill (and gave great performances as a strong-willed leader) with shorter hair too. I can totally see why people wouldn't think he's a good choice for Supes, but IMO he could pull it off, if he mixed his intimidating presence from True Blood with his leader-like and heroic persona from Generation Kill. But to each their own of course :yay:

[Man of Tomorrow]

Really, i think Chase Crawford and Porter could be great


Chase Crawford sucks. Even douchebag Brody Jenner looks more like Superman than Chase does.. :dry: That's not a good sign.

http://img2.timeinc.net/instyle/images/2008/parties/061608_crawdord_400X400.jpg

[ArmsHeldOut]

Chase Crawford sucks. Even douchebag Brody Jenner looks more like Superman than Chase does.. :dry: That's not a good sign.

Maybe Crawford can be Krypto?

[Webhead2006]

or even jimmy.

[Man of Tomorrow]

My ideal cast for "The Man of Steel"

Harmon Walsh as Superman/Clark Kent

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/6056/headshotv2.jpg http://img692.yfrog.com/img692/429/24564040.jpg http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/3171/74369954.jpg http://img101.yfrog.com/img101/3308/40069893.jpg

Rachel McAdams as Lois Lane

http://l.yimg.com/eb/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/dreamworks_skg/red_eye/rachel_mcadams/redeye3.jpg

Paul Bettany as Lex Luthor

http://www.topnews.in/light/files/Paul-Bettany-1.jpg

Jason Isaacs as Brainiac

http://static.tvguide.com/MediaBin/Galleries/Shows/A_F/Bq_Bz/Brotherhood/season%202%20crops/brotherhood-isaacs15.jpg

Jennifer Connelly as Lara

http://www.dailymakeover.com/appImages/galleryImages/Celebrity_Hairstyles/Jennifer_Connelly+Sept_2004.jpg

Jon Hamm as Jor-El

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z69/giovannif7/JonHamm1.jpg

Tom Berenger as Pa Kent

http://www.ambienceofmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tom-berenger-inception.jpg

Still deciding on favorites for Jimmy, Perry and Ma Kent, easy roles to cast.

[GreenKToo]

He's British, 6'0 and pretty much the polar opposite of Superman in terms of resemblence...

So I personally wouldn't say he's a good choice, but I suppose it's all up to how to perceive Superman to appear

http://blog.zap2it.com/thedishrag/legacyimages/photos/uncategorized/2008/12/24/ben_barnes.jpg
Dude needs some wheaties. Lots and lots of wheaties.
Still, kudoes for throwing out a different choice

[GreenKToo]

Walsh is still my Fav choice.

I like your cast MOT, except I would want a big time A lister in the role of Lex.

[baleheadbrasil]

I also like it MOT,specially Harmon As Superman,Rachel Mc Adams as Lois and Paul Bettany as Lex.

[SuperMike335!!]

Dude needs some wheaties. Lots and lots of wheaties.
Still, kudoes for throwing out a different choice

I'd even take it a step further.

The guy looks very boyish IMHO. This will make him look more manly. :hehe:

http://img709.imageshack.us/img709/3756/testosteronecyp4a14c222.jpg

[GreenKToo]

HA! :awesome:

[Frodo]

Here's an American actor who derseves a screentest;

Brian Hallisay, mentioned him on here before. He's 6'2 and seems to be a good actor:

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1878999/

Acting clips:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiwqcbPvSbg


http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/brian-hallisay-nel-pilot-di-privileged-95921.jpg

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_SHj1lk_e2XQ/RXzPCJYa7uI/AAAAAAAAAAg/gVIICfJwlZ0/s320/foreverblue4.jpg http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/joanna-garcia-e-brian-hallisay-in-una-scena-dell-episodio-all-about-insecurities-di-privileged-95822.jpg

http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/joanna-garcia-e-brian-hallisay-nel-pilot-di-privileged-95917.jpg


Just needs to bulk up bigtime like Routh did, but the acting is there.

Good Choice. He has an interesting look . He also looks like he's someone you can trust. He also looks like he could play Clark at 20 to 30 in case they wanted to do flash backs. At least that way you wouldn't need two different actors. Give this man an audition.

[Daybreak_st]

My ideal cast for "The Man of Steel"

Harmon Walsh as Superman/Clark Kent

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/6056/headshotv2.jpg http://img692.yfrog.com/img692/429/24564040.jpg http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/3171/74369954.jpg http://img101.yfrog.com/img101/3308/40069893.jpg

Rachel McAdams as Lois Lane

http://l.yimg.com/eb/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/dreamworks_skg/red_eye/rachel_mcadams/redeye3.jpg

Paul Bettany as Lex Luthor

http://www.topnews.in/light/files/Paul-Bettany-1.jpg

Jason Isaacs as Brainiac

http://static.tvguide.com/MediaBin/Galleries/Shows/A_F/Bq_Bz/Brotherhood/season%202%20crops/brotherhood-isaacs15.jpg

Jennifer Connelly as Lara

http://www.dailymakeover.com/appImages/galleryImages/Celebrity_Hairstyles/Jennifer_Connelly+Sept_2004.jpg

Jon Hamm as Jor-El

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z69/giovannif7/JonHamm1.jpg

Tom Berenger as Pa Kent

http://www.ambienceofmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tom-berenger-inception.jpg

Still deciding on favorites for Jimmy, Perry and Ma Kent, easy roles to cast.


Great cast!

[Daybreak_st]

Chase Crawford sucks. Even douchebag Brody Jenner looks more like Superman than Chase does.. :dry: That's not a good sign.

http://img2.timeinc.net/instyle/images/2008/parties/061608_crawdord_400X400.jpg


Eh. Not saying he's my top choice just out of the Cap guys he and porter are the only ones i see in the role. He looks like ian somerhalder to me. Not necessarily what i initially think of as superman but it could work for a young superman.

I'm starting to wonder if we're all off base here, with all these young guys, if they are planning on doing an established superman. Top choice on these boards is still Walsh for me, but i think it's pretty much fanboy casting period. Few if any of these guys will likely get cast. They need an agent like the dude for thor had:


Finke reports Hemsworth had read for the part before but “wasn’t given a test because a casting director (http://screenrant.com/marvel-thor-cast-chris-hemsworth-carl-8876/#) had nixed him early on.” Apparently his younger brother tested for the role too, but Marvel passed. William Ward, Hemsworth’s rep and partner/founder at ROAR Management, then convinced Marvel’s executive Kevin Feige to reconsider. They let Hemsworth read again and it sure sounded like director Kenneth Branagh had a choice in mind (http://screenrant.com/kenneth-branagh-talks-thor-casting-delays-rob-8345/) 3 days ago, but the final decision was made today.

[Showtime]

It did for me because I didnt go back to see it in the theaters I own a copy because I collect Superman stuff But I have only watched it once because Of all those things I esp hated the suit and hair

Right, but you're proving my point. You're not the "general public", either am I. You're on a message board like me talking about what was wrong with the Superman suit and his hair.

Really, i think Chase Crawford and Porter could be great but Michael Cassidy? He played Grant Gabriel on Smallville and looked pretty small next to the other actors, don't know his height but he doesn't have the build, i would love for the other two guys to test though.

Cassidy is a tad on the thin side, but that didn't stop them from testing him for Captain America. Captain America ain't a little dude either. Same for Crawford, he tested for Captain America. Both Cap and Superman have a very similar build in the comics depending on which version you are reading.

Crawford and Cassidy wouldn't be my choices, just think you'll hear their names. I'm not big on fantasy casting, for me, I like Porter out of the bunch I mentioned.

[GreenKToo]

I like porter alright. I really wish walsh would at least get a look tho. damn.

[Zorex]

I looked more at that Rick Malambri guy than I had before, and I like his look, especially compared to a lot of other names being tossed around. He's of appropriate age, has a good strong facial structure, a dash of boyish youth, and is most definitely handsome/attractive as heck. I can't say anything of his acting ability, having hardly seen any examples, but I do like his look.

A lot of this opinion, though, stems from an assumption that this film would feature a younger, less established Superman. Not knowing anything about the story that Goyer is writing (if you think you know anything, you're probably wrong... Nolan's not one to allow for such reveal), so we can't know for sure what age range, exactly, they're going to want for the character.

[epc11223]

here's a trailer to step up 3d which has that rick malmbari guy (spelled wrong i know)

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=64710


i think he has a good look. he has like a an ashton kutcher/christopher reeve type look. i definitely see some superman potential in him. :yay:

[Daybreak_st]

Right, but you're proving my point. You're not the "general public", either am I. You're on a message board like me talking about what was wrong with the Superman suit and his hair.



Cassidy is a tad on the thin side, but that didn't stop them from testing him for Captain America. Captain America ain't a little dude either. Same for Crawford, he tested for Captain America. Both Cap and Superman have a very similar build in the comics depending on which version you are reading.

Crawford and Cassidy wouldn't be my choices, just think you'll hear their names. I'm not big on fantasy casting, for me, I like Porter out of the bunch I mentioned.

Showtime, do you think it will be an open casting call this time around or mostly just a few actors the studios already have in mind?

Also off topic but was a sequel to Sky High ever in the works? One of the best movies ever. Sorry i had to ask.

[I SEE SPIDEY]

I'm warming up to Harmon Walsh.

[Man of Tomorrow]

Malambri reminds me more of Steven Segal than Ashton Kutcher.


Though I still say Harmon Walsh blows Malambri away in the Superman looks dept, at least facially

http://cache1.asset-cache.net/xc/93491064.jpg?v=1&c=IWSAsset&k=2&d=77BFBA49EF878921CC759DF4EBAC47D07846029F7DF9426D CB50C8AAF3F31B2F56785F90B618BFC1E30A760B0D811297



I still hope both of these guys get screentests.



Hoping the studio doesn't break the tradition of casting an unknown for Superman, there really are NO known actors in the biz that could pull it off physically; just unknowns like these..

[BooJay]

Here's something I made up about a year ago (before Michael Cera was in every movie and Joaquin Phoenix quit acting to become a Geico caveman):

http://i246.photobucket.com/albums/gg117/Timstuff_photos/Supermancast3.jpg

Great choices! I liked everyone, but I think we could do better with Lois. Not that I don't like Anne Hathaway, but she doesn't have Lois' eyes, which is the most important trait, personally.

[Changeling]

Superman: Harmon Walsh
Lex Luthor: Johnny Depp
Brainiac: Zachary Quinto
Martha Kent: Catherine Keener
Jonathan Kent: Dennis Quaid

[baleheadbrasil]

I didn´t like the three Tim´s first choices...the rest is OK.


Clark Kent/Superman- Daniel Cudmore or Harmon Walsh
Lois Lane:Zooey Deschanel or Rachel McAdams
Lex Luthor: Daniel Day-Lewis or Paul Bettany
Jimmy Olsen:Anton Yelchin
Ma Kent: Meryl Streep or Vanessa Redgrave
Pa Kent-Kurt Russell or Albert Finney
Perry White: R. Lee Ermey
Jor-El:Jim Caviezel
Lara:Cate Blanchett
Brainiac-Ralph Fiennes or Hugo Weaving

[Changeling]

Its not my concrete choices. Just throwing some variety in here

[Zorex]

I love the idea of Laura Dern as Ma Kent. Heck, I just plain love Laura Dern. Quaid would be a good name star for Pa Kent, and I think together that'd be a great Kent couple. If we do get to see Jor-El and Lara, I really would like them to go younger. I don't know who I'd like more... Cavaziel or Hamm. Either would be awesome.

Also, for some reason... maybe it's seeing him amidst a full cast assembly, of sorts... but the idea of Cavill as Supes strikes me as extra-awesome there. I'd be down with it, for sure.

[Webhead2006]

My ideal cast for "The Man of Steel"

Harmon Walsh as Superman/Clark Kent

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/6056/headshotv2.jpg http://img692.yfrog.com/img692/429/24564040.jpg http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/3171/74369954.jpg http://img101.yfrog.com/img101/3308/40069893.jpg

Rachel McAdams as Lois Lane

http://l.yimg.com/eb/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/dreamworks_skg/red_eye/rachel_mcadams/redeye3.jpg

Paul Bettany as Lex Luthor

http://www.topnews.in/light/files/Paul-Bettany-1.jpg

Jason Isaacs as Brainiac

http://static.tvguide.com/MediaBin/Galleries/Shows/A_F/Bq_Bz/Brotherhood/season%202%20crops/brotherhood-isaacs15.jpg

Jennifer Connelly as Lara

http://www.dailymakeover.com/appImages/galleryImages/Celebrity_Hairstyles/Jennifer_Connelly+Sept_2004.jpg

Jon Hamm as Jor-El

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z69/giovannif7/JonHamm1.jpg

Tom Berenger as Pa Kent

http://www.ambienceofmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tom-berenger-inception.jpg

Still deciding on favorites for Jimmy, Perry and Ma Kent, easy roles to cast.
Not a bad casting list there man. This would be a nice cast to see.

[Showtime]

Showtime, do you think it will be an open casting call this time around or mostly just a few actors the studios already have in mind?

Before Nolan came aboard, I had said repeatedly it would be a big huge open casting call. Now I don't think that will be the case.

Also off topic but was a sequel to Sky High ever in the works? One of the best movies ever. Sorry i had to ask.

Some of the actors actually had options in their contracts for a tv series and a sequel. Obviously it never happened and I don't think you'll be seeing a sequel.

[Adenjo]

Casting.. I'm here with a Cudmore for Kal-El in my sig (edit I used to have cudmore for kal-el in my sig) .. But I still keep looking back at Brandon Routh and wishing he'd get a second chance.

[Webhead2006]

yea i to remember hearing they had option for tv show or another film. i thought it was a good disney flick would have liked to seen a sequel.

[Webhead2006]

edit

[Daybreak_st]

Before Nolan came aboard, I had said repeatedly it would be a big huge open casting call. Now I don't think that will be the case.


Thanks.


Some of the actors actually had options in their contracts for a tv series and a sequel. Obviously it never happened and I don't think you'll be seeing a sequel.


Ok, thanks for answering my question, i had my fingers crossed for a while b/c i just loved that movie, but i'm sure too much time has passed and the actors are too old to reprise. A real shame b/c i think it's the only film to do a fun/family type original live action superhero movie any real justice without relying on making fun of the genre (ie. superhero movie)

[GoblinWhirlwind]

My ideal cast for "The Man of Steel"

Harmon Walsh as Superman/Clark Kent

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/6056/headshotv2.jpg http://img692.yfrog.com/img692/429/24564040.jpg http://img163.imageshack.us/img163/3171/74369954.jpg http://img101.yfrog.com/img101/3308/40069893.jpg

Rachel McAdams as Lois Lane

http://l.yimg.com/eb/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/dreamworks_skg/red_eye/rachel_mcadams/redeye3.jpg

Paul Bettany as Lex Luthor

http://www.topnews.in/light/files/Paul-Bettany-1.jpg

Jason Isaacs as Brainiac

http://static.tvguide.com/MediaBin/Galleries/Shows/A_F/Bq_Bz/Brotherhood/season%202%20crops/brotherhood-isaacs15.jpg

Jennifer Connelly as Lara

http://www.dailymakeover.com/appImages/galleryImages/Celebrity_Hairstyles/Jennifer_Connelly+Sept_2004.jpg

Jon Hamm as Jor-El

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z69/giovannif7/JonHamm1.jpg

Tom Berenger as Pa Kent

http://www.ambienceofmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tom-berenger-inception.jpg

Still deciding on favorites for Jimmy, Perry and Ma Kent, easy roles to cast.

I'd say Luke Goss for Luthor and Lena Headey for Lara, but otherwise that's not bad at all, especially Rachel for Lois. I wasn't sure about Harmon Walsh at first... he reminds me of a mix of Bale and Ray Park, but the more I look at him, the more I like him. I can kinda see Superman in his smile in that last pic.

[flickchick85]

My ideal cast for "The Man of Steel"

Harmon Walsh as Superman/Clark Kent

http://img42.imageshack.us/img42/6056/headshotv2.jpg http://img692.yfrog.com/img692/429/24564040.jpg http://img101.yfrog.com/img101/3308/40069893.jpg

Rachel McAdams as Lois Lane

http://l.yimg.com/eb/ymv/us/img/hv/photo/movie_pix/dreamworks_skg/red_eye/rachel_mcadams/redeye3.jpg

Paul Bettany as Lex Luthor

http://www.topnews.in/light/files/Paul-Bettany-1.jpg

Jason Isaacs as Brainiac

http://static.tvguide.com/MediaBin/Galleries/Shows/A_F/Bq_Bz/Brotherhood/season%202%20crops/brotherhood-isaacs15.jpg

Jennifer Connelly as Lara

http://www.dailymakeover.com/appImages/galleryImages/Celebrity_Hairstyles/Jennifer_Connelly+Sept_2004.jpg

Jon Hamm as Jor-El

http://i194.photobucket.com/albums/z69/giovannif7/JonHamm1.jpg

Tom Berenger as Pa Kent

http://www.ambienceofmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/tom-berenger-inception.jpg

Still deciding on favorites for Jimmy, Perry and Ma Kent, easy roles to cast.
Minus Walsh, I love this cast. :up:

[baleheadbrasil]

Harmon Walsh a mix of Bale and Ray Park...yes.
Talking about Ray, I think he´d be a good Metallo.

[TheWatcher]

My cast for "The Man of Steel"

Harmon Walsh as Clark Kent/Kal-El/Superman
http://garygoddardagency.com/img/headshots/thumbs/harmon-walsh-1.jpg

Sarah Lancaster as Lois Lane
http://imstars.aufeminin.com/stars/fan/sarah-lancaster/sarah-lancaster-20080108-360213_V140.jpg

Jason Isaacs as Lex Luthor
http://harrypotter.ugo.com/images/enemies/lucius-malfoy.jpg

Dennis Quiad as Johnathan Kent
http://img2.timeinc.net/people/i/2008/news/080324/dennis_quaid2.jpg

Laura Dern as Martha Kent
http://www.blogcdn.com/insidemovies.moviefone.com/media/2009/10/lauradern200-101909.jpg

Hugo Weaving as Brainiac
http://www.zap2it.com/media/photo/2008-02/35946266.jpg

Jim Caviezel as Jor-El
http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/12/jim-caviezel-96000.jpg

Lena Heady as Lara
http://static.thehollywoodgossip.com/images/gallery/lena-headey-photo.jpg

Bruce Cambell as Perry White
http://i.realone.com/assets/rn/img/1/3/9/3/16153931-16153935-large.jpg

Micheal Cera as Jimmy Olsen
http://beautyandthedirt.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/01/michael_cera.jpg

Thoughts?

[Man of Tomorrow]

Your casts are always a strange mismatch of other people's casts I've noticed.


Hugo Weaving is Red Skull yo.

[Man of Tomorrow]

Harmon Walsh a mix of Bale and Ray Park

Walsh looks more like a mix of Bale and Reeve to me.


He looks more Superman-like onscreen in the clips DBUSA posted here.

[db85usa]

My cast for "The Man of Steel"

Harmon Walsh as Clark Kent/Kal-El/Superman

Sarah Lancaster as Lois Lane

Jason Isaacs as Lex Luthor

Dennis Quiad as Johnathan Kent

Laura Dern as Martha Kent

Hugo Weaving as Brainiac

Jim Caviezel as Jor-El

Lena Heady as Lara

Bruce Cambell as Perry White

Micheal Cera as Jimmy Olsen

Thoughts?

Excellent cast. Although I think Hugo might be attached to Captain America (not sure?) I can't stand Laura Dern for some odd reason -- just one of those actresses that I feel is typecast. Sarah Lancaster is questionable as Lois and :up: for Bruce Campbell as Perry White. Michael Cera, I don't know. I've always liked Shia Lebouf for Jimmy Olsen to add a bit of dry humor to the Daily Planet.

[Man of Tomorrow]

Who else could play Jimmy besides Shia, Mike Cera, Anton Yelchin and Michael Arangano?

Because they're all incredibly overexposed and very unlikely choices IMO.

Jimmy's kinda challenging to cast in that regard.

[GreenKToo]

I've just about let go of having weaving for Brainiac. Leaning more toward Isaacs now.
I still like Kurt Russell for Jonathan and Baldwin for Perry.

[db85usa]

Also, I might add that Jim Caviezel definitely seems like a fan favorite for Jor-El. I really see a resemblance between him and Harmon Walsh. He does look like he could be his father. JMHO.

[db85usa]

Who else could play Jimmy besides Shia, Mike Cera, Anton Yelchin and Michael Arangano?

Because they're all incredibly overexposed and very unlikely choices IMO.

Jimmy's kinda challenging to cast in that regard.

Well I threw Shia in there based on the belief as if Nolan were to create an all-star supporting cast. I'm not sure who else could be considered a popular choice to play Jimmy Olsen. You're right though, he is a tough one for sure!

[Changeling]

That Harmon Walsh Superman manip really is incredible. He looks straight off the comic

[Frodo]

Superman/Clark Kent: Rick Malambri
Lois Lane: Sarah Wayne Callies
Lex Luthor : Russell Crowe
Brainac: Chistopher Waltz
Jor El: Liam Neeson. Yes, I know he played Qui Jonn and Ra's Al Ghul. I don't care. He's an actor
Perry White : Robert Forster
Johnathan Kent: Bruce Greenwood
Martha Kent : Margaret Colin
Jimmy Olsen: Drew Garrett
General Sam Lane : Stephen Lang

[Eddie Dean]

Christoph Waltz as Brainiac is very intriguing...

[Changeling]

Intriguing indeed.

Has anyone suggested Bowie as Brainiac? He was in The Prestige.

[SuperMike335!!]

Before Nolan came aboard, I had said repeatedly it would be a big huge open casting call. Now I don't think that will be the case.


By that do you mean he is likely going to look at choices he already knows of for invites to a screen test?

OR, that he is going to have very specific criteria, and not even bother testing anyone who does not already match that criteria?

[Changeling]

I'd like to see these guys screentest

Harmon Walsh, Rick Malambri, Matt Dallas, James Scott, Armie Hammer, Zachary Levi, Chase Crawford, Scott Porter, Mike Vogel, Garrett Hedlund, and Ryan McPartlin

[baleheadbrasil]

I just didn´t like Sarah Lancaster for Lois...
She looks old for the role. And not very beautiful.
Lena Heady as Lara... :up:

[Changeling]

We need a poll.

Is it just me or does Cudmore just look really...uhh...dumb? He looks like a cavemannish oaf to me...

[Man of Tomorrow]

Well I threw Shia in there based on the belief as if Nolan were to create an all-star supporting cast. I'm not sure who else could be considered a popular choice to play Jimmy Olsen. You're right though, he is a tough one for sure!


In Superman and Superman Returns, Jimmy wasnt cast as a big name though.

[Man of Tomorrow]

I just didn´t like Sarah Lancaster for Lois...
She looks old for the role. And not very beautiful.
Lena Heady as Lara... :up:

I think Sarah Lancaster is pretty attractive...

But I'm not a fan of her voice and acting, it pretty much hasnt changed since her "Saved By the Bell" days.


She isn't a film actress, better left on TV.

[Changeling]

I loved Sam Huntington as Jimmy though

[Man of Tomorrow]

Agreed. Sam was a perfect fit for the character, moreso than the 70s Jimmy.

It was funny how he had more chemistry with Routh than Lois did.

[baleheadbrasil]

Sorry but for me, Daniel is who most looks like Superman of all suggested until now.
He is always my first option to replace Brandon in the role.

My favorites:

1-Daniel Cudmore
2-Harmon Walsh
3-Michael Trucco
4-Rick Malambri

Hope one of these 4 can be Superman in the Reboot. ;)

http://img231.imageshack.us/img231/4312/cast1a.jpg

[Changeling]

Trucco woulda been good for SR, too old now though

[db85usa]

We need a poll.

Is it just me or does Cudmore just look really...uhh...dumb? He looks like a cavemannish oaf to me...

I wouldn't go as far as saying he looks dumb. Cavemanish? Never thought of that. He would present a different look as far as Superman goes. I see some Superman qualities in the face but not too much. Now the real question is -- Can I picture Daniel Cudmore as Kal-El/Clark? I cannot.

[Changeling]

I think Cudmore looks like he has Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.

He's just big and buff.

I used to think he looked good for Superman but I think Walsh has a much better look

[Man of Tomorrow]

He does look pretty oaf-ish/cavemanish. Reminds me of Arnold.


It think it's his forehead. He'd be different for sure, but not necessarily bad.



But I agree Walsh has a much better look.

[flickchick85]

Is it just me or does Cudmore just look really...uhh...dumb? He looks like a cavemannish oaf to me...
LOL, it's funny because that's exactly how I feel about Walsh. He looks dumb as a post to me. (Disclaimer - not a commentary on his actual intelligence, it's just a "look")

Oh well, to each their own.

[SuperMike335!!]

I think Cudmore looks like he has Fetal Alcohol Syndrome.

He's just big and buff.

I used to think he looked good for Superman but I think Walsh has a much better look

Harmon Walsh has an even thicker brow ridge than Cudmore. Not that I take issue with that, the brow is a masculine trait.

The reason you notice it less on Walsh is he has very bushy eyebrows, Cudmore have very thin ones.

If either of them get cast the makeup crew would either pluck more from Walsh, or Glue more on Cudmore. Easy fix, but that is what makes cudmore look like he has a bigger brow in some pics.

If its not because of the brow, then we are just seeing different things.

[Changeling]

I wouldnt hate if Cudmore got the role though. Id actually be happy.
It's just somethings not right about his look.

I'm sure they could slap some make up on him and he'd look dead on Supes though

[Changeling]

Harmon Walsh has an even thicker brow ridge than Cudmore. Not that I take issue with that, the brow is a masculine trait.

The reason you notice it less on Walsh is he has very bushy eyebrows, Cudmore have very thin ones.

If either of them get cast the makeup crew would either pluck more from Walsh, or Glue more on Cudmore. Easy fix, but that is what makes cudmore look like he has a bigger brow in some pics.

If its not because of the brow, then we are just seeing different things.
Im sure adding more eyebrows would help, he just looks oafish to me in general though, even with manipped eyebrows.

I'll admit he looks like Superman though.

[Man of Tomorrow]

I don't want the Superman actor under heavy makeup.


For one, that make Routh look pretty silly in some scenes.


And two, the actor should look Superman-like on and off screen like Showtime said.




And I really doubt they'll bother to pluck his eyebrows, they didnt even do that with Brandon. Eyebrows look fine.

[Changeling]

Harmon Walsh looks like a combination of Brandon Routh and Bale to me. Anyone else?

[SuperMike335!!]

^^^ Yes he does.

I still think they would pluck his down some. They really stand out more than Brandon's do.

[Man of Tomorrow]

What I like about him is he's an unknown with a theatre background. Even though he's done TV show appearances on Gossip Girl, Law and Order etc.. he has that extra experience from Theatre like Chris Reeve did.

IMO that goes a long way.

If Nolan and crew are gonna cast this thing like Donner did, he fits the mold perfectly.

[Changeling]

Harmon Walsh totally just screams Superman to me. I think hes a good actor from what I've seen too.

Is it just me or when you guys saw that awesome manip of him in the Superman costume, did he not look exactly like Superman should look?

[sf2]

Here's an American actor who derseves a screentest;

Brian Hallisay, mentioned him on here before. He's 6'2 and seems to be a good actor:

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm1878999/

Acting clips:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiwqcbPvSbg


http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/brian-hallisay-nel-pilot-di-privileged-95921.jpg

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_SHj1lk_e2XQ/RXzPCJYa7uI/AAAAAAAAAAg/gVIICfJwlZ0/s320/foreverblue4.jpg http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/joanna-garcia-e-brian-hallisay-in-una-scena-dell-episodio-all-about-insecurities-di-privileged-95822.jpg

http://images.movieplayer.it/2008/11/11/joanna-garcia-e-brian-hallisay-nel-pilot-di-privileged-95917.jpg


Just needs to bulk up bigtime like Routh did, but the acting is there.
not bad. not bad. but the dorkiness is just too much. even for clark.

[Changeling]

He doesnt look like a dork

[db85usa]

Why was the poll thread by baleheadbrasil closed? Anyone know? I know it was another casting thread but there were actual suggestions on there for MoS, correct?

[Changeling]

Cuz this is alreday the casting thread. I think this thread should get a poll soon though

[db85usa]

Harmon Walsh totally just screams Superman to me. I think hes a good actor from what I've seen too.

Is it just me or when you guys saw that awesome manip of him in the Superman costume, did he not look exactly like Superman should look?

When I first saw the manip I was on the fence. I kept doing a head tilt thinking, hmm... He does look like Superman and then I'd think but I don't know... I didn't disagree or immediately say, he doesn't look like Superman at all. IMO any time you can get someone NOT to say no but eventually say yes, that's a good thing :)

Point being, the more I see it/look at it, the more I like his look. However, I think Walsh had the look in non-manip photo's and also video clips/reels to begin with. His voice has a good pitch too and his acting judging from the clip in my sig, seems to be pretty solid. As Man of Tomorrow has stated, Walsh has a track record/background in theater which I also strongly support. The icing on the cake for me would be, he is quite the unknown which is what the late and legendary Christopher Reeve himself has agreed with based on my quote :)

[db85usa]

Cuz this is alreday the casting thread. I think this thread should get a poll soon though

Yeah I was actually going to post a separate thread until I saw balehead's but mine was with rules and no Routh/Welling or Cavill :(

[Changeling]

people need to get over Routh/Welling/Cavill.

[db85usa]

people need to get over Routh/Welling/Cavill.

Actually, I really hope a poll is put on here based on your list that you had posted earlier. If we could also throw in Daniel Cudmore because he does have an OK look and he has not auditioned for Superman! You never know, the guy could nail it during a screentest. IF a poll was posted on here with your list it would look like this:

Daniel Cudmore
Chace Crawford
Matt Dallas
Armie Hammer
Garrett Hedlund
Zachary Levi
Rick Malambri
Ryan McPartlin
Scott Porter
James Scott
Mike Vogel
Harmon Walsh

That would make for a solid and near perfect poll. No Welling (he will never don the tights,) No Routh (this is a reboot,) No Cavill (previously auditioned for Superman Returns.) And as far as we know, this list of actors is far better than anything WB has to offer at the moment :)

[baleheadbrasil]

people need to get over Routh/Welling/Cavill.


I agree.

[flickchick85]

While we're throwing around unknowns, I wonder how tall Tyron Leitso is? He was a good deal taller than Jaye on Wonderfalls as I recall, but then...I think Caroline Dhavernas is pretty short. He'd definitely have to bulk up, but I remember thinking there was something very Clark Kent-esque about him way back then, and he seems to have grown up a bit now (he's 33):

http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/950/tl07.jpg

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/1223/tl090.jpg
http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/9422/tl33.jpg
http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/8724/tl32.jpg


Not my first choice, just another "unknown" name for the pot.

[baleheadbrasil]

Why was the poll thread by baleheadbrasil closed? Anyone know? I know it was another casting thread but there were actual suggestions on there for MoS, correct?


That poll should be reopen at least just for voting... :cwink:
but of course it doesn´t depends on me.

[baleheadbrasil]

While we're throwing around unknowns, I wonder how tall Tyron Leitso is? He was a good deal taller than Jaye on Wonderfalls as I recall, but then...I think Caroline Dhavernas is pretty short. He'd definitely have to bulk up, but I remember thinking there was something very Clark Kent-esque about him way back then, and he seems to have grown up a bit now (he's 33):

http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/950/tl07.jpg

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/1223/tl090.jpg
http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/9422/tl33.jpg
http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/8724/tl32.jpg


Not my first choice, just another "unknown" name for the pot.

:wow: very handsome...
This last pic...his look...OMG!
But I still prefer Cudmore,Walsh,Trucco or Malambri :hehe:

[db85usa]

While we're throwing around unknowns, I wonder how tall Tyron Leitso is? He was a good deal taller than Jaye on Wonderfalls as I recall, but then...I think Caroline Dhavernas is pretty short. He'd definitely have to bulk up, but I remember thinking there was something very Clark Kent-esque about him way back then, and he seems to have grown up a bit now (he's 33):

http://img715.imageshack.us/img715/950/tl07.jpg

http://img718.imageshack.us/img718/1223/tl090.jpg
http://img638.imageshack.us/img638/9422/tl33.jpg
http://img694.imageshack.us/img694/8724/tl32.jpg


Not my first choice, just another "unknown" name for the pot.

You said you didn't like Harmon Walsh but post someone that kind of resembles his face and eyebrows not as thick as his, lol. Judging from a few pics I dug up, Tyron Leitso is barely taller than most of the women he's with so I would guess he is 5'10-6'0 which might eliminate him from realistically being considered. Like many have posted, the ideal height should be 6'2 to 6'5. Any shorter and he's too short. Any taller and he's too tall :)


Tyron Leitso

http://206.47.170.43/channels/images/beericae.jpg

[Man of Tomorrow]

Daniel Cudmore
Chace Crawford
Matt Dallas
Armie Hammer
Garrett Hedlund
Zachary Levi
Rick Malambri
Ryan McPartlin
Scott Porter
James Scott
Mike Vogel
Harmon Walsh

That would make for a solid and near perfect poll.


Disagree, a lot of those choices are REALLY bad. Alot are in the 5'10 range of shortness too. We should do a poll with just the good names, and only North American actors, 6'2 and taller:

Harmon Walsh
Ryan McPartlin
Daniel Cudmore
Brian Hallisay
Rick Malambri
Armie Hammer


Any more?

[Man of Tomorrow]

Tyron Leitso

http://206.47.170.43/channels/images/beericae.jpg

lol. instant fail

[flickchick85]

You said you didn't like Harmon Walsh but post someone that kind of resembles his face and eyebrows not as thick as his, lol.
Haha, it's funny you say that, because that's what made me think of him! I was looking at these pictures of Walsh thinking, "who else does this guy remind me of (other than Trucco)? Oh yeah!" But like you said, without the (imo) distracting eyebrows and "dumb" expression (and strangely tiny mouth). Which is why I like his look better than Walsh. And if you've seen my posts on other boards, you would know I don't put much stock in height. It's a non-issue on film, imo. But for the record, in that picture you posted, I'm pretty sure he's leaning/sitting on something. He's never seemed that short to me.

Like I said though, he's not my first choice or anything - not even in my top 3 - I was just throwing him out there as another "unknown."

[db85usa]

Disagree, a lot of those choices are REALLY bad. Alot are in the 5'10 range of shortness too. We should do a poll with just the good names, and only North American actors, 6'2 and taller:

Harmon Walsh
Ryan McPartlin
Daniel Cudmore
Brian Hallisay
Rick Malambri
Armie Hammer


Any more?

Well I didn't take the time to look into all of the actors like you did lol. I'm only interested in Walsh, Hammer, and Cudmore. The rest are scrubs IMO they either a.) can't act or b.) don't have the look at all to me. That's JMHO.

[flickchick85]

Tyron Leitso

http://206.47.170.43/channels/images/beericae.jpg
Yeah, he's definitely sitting in that picture. Here's another picture of him with the same girl (she's apparently his co-star on a TV show), in a situation where she's most likely wearing high heels as well:

http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/2973/beingericaerintyron.jpg

Like I said, he'd definitely need to bulk up, but he's not that short.

[db85usa]

And if you've seen my posts on other boards, you would know I don't put much stock in height. It's a non-issue on film, imo. But for the record, in that picture you posted, I'm pretty sure he's leaning/sitting on something. He's never seemed that short to me.


Leaning or not like Man of Tomorrow said, instant fail lol. No disrespect to you but instant fail for the actor mentioned. The girl in the picture I posted is more than likely wearing heels. And judging on other pictures of Tyron Letso, he appears to be 5'10-6'0. Height is indeed an issue on film. If you're a camera woman or director yourself, please tell me why it's not an issue because if an actor is too short then everyone else overpowers him on screen. Do we really want someone like Lois Lane equally as tall as Clark/Superman?

If the actor is too tall, it makes it difficult in terms of camera work, angles and shots. That's why I said any shorter than 6'2 and the actor is too short. Any taller than 6'5, he makes things difficult for the crew. And in the case of SUPERMAN, we are talking about Superman, right? The actor SHOULD be at a decent height (6'2-6'5.) I arrest my case :oldrazz:

[Changeling]

Who should be on the poll?
I personally think that Welling ROuth and Cavill shouldnt be included.

[db85usa]

Yeah, he's definitely sitting in that picture. Here's another picture of him with the same girl (she's apparently his co-star on a TV show), in a situation where she's most likely wearing high heels as well:

http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/2973/beingericaerintyron.jpg

Like I said, he'd definitely need to bulk up, but he's not that short.

The woman he's standing with in this photo is Erin Karpluk and she's 5'4. That's not a fair assessment.

[Man of Tomorrow]

He's short for Superman.

Here's Tyron next to Wentworth Miller (who's 6'0)

http://i.static-locatetv.com/images/content/4/45023_dinotopia.jpg


Tyron's got to be at least 5'11 or 5'10


When it comes to Superman, height is a deal breaker.

[Man of Tomorrow]

Who should be on the poll?
I personally think that Welling ROuth and Cavill shouldnt be included.

Like I said before, these names are good names for a poll, north american actors over 6'2:

Harmon Walsh
Ryan McPartlin
Daniel Cudmore
Brian Hallisay
Rick Malambri
Armie Hammer


HOWEVER, we should hold off on the poll idea till we come up with more names that fit the Superman criteria.

[flickchick85]

The woman he's standing with in this photo is Erin Karpluk and she's 5'4. That's not a fair assessment.
I was just pointing out that the picture you posted before was definitely not a fair assessment, either, as it was the same girl. As Man of Tomorrow said, he's probably 5'10" or 5'11", which is good enough for me, but not for you and that's fair enough.

But yes, since the beginning of the movies, height has been cheated and manipulated on film. It's easy to do, and any cinematographer can do it, no problem. For a recent example, look at the entire film of Julie and Julia - they flawlessly made the 5'6" Meryl Streep look like the giant 6'2" Julia Child. As long as the guy's not an abnormally-proportioned little person, his height won't be an issue.

[db85usa]

Like I said before, these names are good names for a poll, north american actors over 6'2:

Harmon Walsh
Ryan McPartlin
Daniel Cudmore
Brian Hallisay
Rick Malambri
Armie Hammer


HOWEVER, we should hold off on the poll idea till we come up with more names that fit the Superman criteria.

Yeah this is a good list indeed. I hope we can find more actors out there. I know there are whether fanboys/girls find them or WB/Nolan does they're definitely out there.

[Crook]

If you're a camera woman or director yourself, please tell me why it's not an issue because if an actor is too short then everyone else overpowers him on screen. Do we really want someone like Lois Lane equally as tall as Clark/Superman?

If the actor is too tall, it makes it difficult in terms of camera work, angles and shots. That's why I said any shorter than 6'2 and the actor is too short. Any taller than 6'5, he makes things difficult for the crew. And in the case of SUPERMAN, we are talking about Superman, right? The actor SHOULD be at a decent height (6'2-6'5.) I arrest my case :oldrazz:
She's referring to the fact that with most visual aesthetics present in a film, they can be altered accordingly to fit a specific vision. If a director wishes his Superman to be an imposing figure, he'll have no problem doing so through visual trickery.

Just look at the many leading men who are under 6'0:

http://www.latimes.com/entertainment/news/la-et-short-actors-pg,0,5634255.photogallery

Probably couldn't tell half of them were that short, unless you told me. My personal limit is 6 feet. Whereas it's possible to make anyone taller, you run into issues when it comes to proportionate build. Once you reach a certain size, all the camera tricks in the world won't fool my eyes, as I know a 5'8 muscular man looks far different than his 6'3 equivalent. 6'0 is right on that breaking point.

[Man of Tomorrow]

Again, like Show said, he needs to look like the character on and off screen.


Using camera tricks and cg to boost a dude under 6 feet to Superman height just doesn't cut it.

You need a tall actor for Superman, there's no way around it. He's one of the few comic characters where you can't mess that up.

[Crook]

I stated twice that post that the actor should be 6 feet, minimum. :huh:

[db85usa]

I was just pointing out that the picture you posted before was definitely not a fair assessment, either, as it was the same girl. As Man of Tomorrow said, he's probably 5'10" or 5'11", which is good enough for me, but not for you and that's fair enough.

But yes, since the beginning of the movies, height has been cheated and manipulated on film. It's easy to do, and any cinematographer can do it, no problem. For a recent example, look at the entire film of Julie and Julia - they flawlessly made the 5'6" Meryl Streep look like the giant 6'2" Julia Child. As long as the guy's not an abnormally-proportioned little person, his height won't be an issue.

I understand where you're coming from but in terms of fanboys and the mythical legend that is Superman, he's always been a tall/lengthy man. Other films can cheat all they want and make an actor appear tall but Nolan and WB won't. If they go that route, then they might as well sellout and just make it nothing but an animated CGI/3D film which they won't do either because Christopher Nolan is a story artist that supports and leans heavily on realism and will choose a director to put his/Goyer's story on film.

Like Showtime said, the actor should look like Superman on and off screen. To add to that, someone like Tyron Leitso could easily be forgettable off screen due to his aforementioned height. It wouldn't necessarily be a bad thing in general but with Superman, it would be a bad thing.

[db85usa]

I stated twice that post that the actor should be 6 feet, minimum. :huh:

I chose to ignore that :yay:

[Man of Tomorrow]

Harmon Walsh definitely does look like the lovechild of Routh and Bale.


That is pretty amusing.

http://cdn.buzznet.com/media/jj1//2006/06/brandon_routh_girlfriend/brandon-routh-girlfriend-courtney-ford01.jpg http://beat.bodoglife.com/wp-content/uploads/christian_bale.jpg

[Crook]

I understand where you're coming from but in terms of fanboys and the mythical legend that is Superman, he's always been a tall/lengthy man. Other films can cheat all they want and make an actor appear tall but Nolan and WB won't. If they go that route, then they might as well sellout and just make it nothing but an animated CGI/3D film which they won't do either because Christopher Nolan is a story artist that supports and leans heavily on realism and will choose a director to put his/Goyer's story on film.

Like Showtime said, the actor should look like Superman on and off screen. To add to that, someone like Tyron Leitso could easily be forgettable off screen due to his aforementioned height. It wouldn't necessarily be a bad thing in general but with Superman, it would be a bad thing.
So lemme get this straight: IF the actor looks convincingly imposing on-screen and delivers a great performance, but off-screen he is the complete opposite of the character he is hired to play, you'd actually b***h about it?

This is why fanboys have a bad name. It's a wonder how Craig is so popular as Bond. The guy's short, and a complete softie in real-life. What a loser. :doh:

[batman44]

Superman: Jordan Belfi
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/midnite4/DC%20comic%20casting/610x.jpg
Lois Lane: Rashida Jones
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/midnite4/DC%20comic%20casting/theoffice_karen.png
Lex Luthor: Joaquin Phoenix
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/midnite4/DC%20comic%20casting/joaquin_phoenix240.jpg
Jimmy Olsen: Dave Franco
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/midnite4/DC%20comic%20casting/108176_dave-franco-arrives-at-the-g.jpg
Perry White: Bruce Mcgill
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/midnite4/DC%20comic%20casting/340x-1.jpg
Steve Lombard: John Mcginley
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/midnite4/DC%20comic%20casting/john-c-mcginley-picture.jpg
Ron Troupe: Phil LaMarr
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/midnite4/DC%20comic%20casting/lamarr_bg.jpg
Cat Grant: Vanessa Shaw
http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b310/midnite4/DC%20comic%20casting/vinessa-shaw-long-sexy-hairstyle-08.jpg

[db85usa]

So lemme get this straight: IF the actor looks convincingly imposing on-screen and delivers a great performance, but off-screen he is the complete opposite of the character he is hired to play, you'd actually b***h about it?


Nope. That just means he's a good actor :woot:

I'm talking in terms of height. Like MoT said, Superman's height is something you can't mess around with plain and simple. Like it or not, the next actor is going to be in a certain height range to best resemble that of the comic-book material. Basically, the next actor is going to have to commit to this role probably for the rest of his life and have no choice but to accept it. ONLY an unknown will be willing to do such a drastic thing by committing himself to a heavy burden career wise.

[Crook]

I'm talking in terms of height. Like MoT said, Superman's height is something you can't mess around with plain and simple.
Height is always something that has been messed around with in film. Superman is no different and shouldn't be treated as such.

Like it or not, the next actor is going to be in a certain height range to best resemble that of the comic-book material.
There's nothing to like/dislike about it. I want Supes to look tall and imposing on-screen. That's ALL I care about. How they achieve it is of no interest to me. Just as long as it's done convincingly.

[flickchick85]

I understand where you're coming from but in terms of fanboys and the mythical legend that is Superman, he's always been a tall/lengthy man. Other films can cheat all they want and make an actor appear tall but Nolan and WB won't. If they go that route, then they might as well sellout and just make it nothing but an animated CGI/3D film which they won't do either because Christopher Nolan is a story artist that supports and leans heavily on realism and will choose a director to put his/Goyer's story on film.

Like Showtime said, the actor should look like Superman on and off screen. To add to that, someone like Tyron Leitso could easily be forgettable off screen due to his aforementioned height. It wouldn't necessarily be a bad thing in general but with Superman, it would be a bad thing.
Well, I don't think someone being "forgettable" off-screen has anything to do with their height, but to each their own. :)

Anyway, of the other lesser-known candidates being bandied about here, I'm hoping we get screentests for:

Henry Cavill
Ryan McPartlin (his voice may kill his chances, though - it kinda stands out)
Rick Malambri
Daniel Cudmore

But this Brian Hallisay guy? Might as well give the tall guy from Glee a call too if you're gonna seriously consider him, lol. He's even taller. :cwink:

http://img707.imageshack.us/img707/6553/brianhallisay81.jpghttp://img715.imageshack.us/img715/2284/cm015.jpg
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/7584/cmdassistants302.jpg


Or am I the only one that sees the resemblance there?

[db85usa]

Height is always something that has been messed around with in film. Superman is no different and shouldn't be treated as such.


There's nothing to like/dislike about it. I want Supes to look tall and imposing on-screen. That's ALL I care about. How they achieve it is of no interest to me. Just as long as it's done convincingly.

That's your opinion but I don't think trickery and CG to make the actor who plays Superman "appear" tall on film will be used. Like Christopher Reeve once said, "The character is more important than the actor who plays him, because it is an enduring mythology." It wouldn't be very enduring to put say, a 5'10 or 6'0 actor in there to play the role now would it? No, because he wouldn't look like Superman off screen which is what Showtime pointed out, Man of Steel, myself, and other poster's here as well.

WB favors this notion too and Nolan does too. He's all about realism and he even stated that the story would take on a realistic approach. It wouldn't be realistic at all to deceive the audience by using an actor with tricks/cg to alter his height. It may work with other films but it won't with Superman. If all fans here were okay with your opinion that a shorter actor would be better and easily suited for the role, we would certainly see a much, much larger list of actors pointed out on here. But you don't because IMO Superman fans won't sell out and neither will WB and Christopher Nolan.

In the end, you've got to stick to the source material here because Superman is very much an enduring mythology. You won't see just "any" actor line up for the role. There will be a clear description of what WB and Nolan want during the casting call. They may want a USA born actor only, they may not, we don't know for sure but, what we do know is they won't sell out for a giant list of actors who don't fit the physical description of the comic-book character himself.

[Asgard]

Good one with Rashida for Lois! Not only is she FINE as hell, but she can play spunky and witty with ease.

Never thought of her as Lois but I would love it if she would be considered for the role. Problem is that I think the casting people will be looking for a white actress for the role. However if thats not part of the criteria for the part, then, hell yeah Rashida for Lois!

I wonder how the hardcore fans would react if she were cast as Lois. She's always been white in the comics, so Im pretty sure there'll be some major(?) backlash.

But this Brian Hallisay guy? Might as well give the tall guy from Glee a call too if you're gonna seriously consider him, lol. He's even taller.

Or am I the only one that sees the resemblance there?
Bahahahaha!!! Thats the first thing I thought of when I saw his pic.

[db85usa]

Well, I don't think someone being "forgettable" off-screen has anything to do with their height, but to each their own. :)

Anyway, of the other lesser-known candidates being bandied about here, I'm hoping we get screentests for:

Henry Cavill
Ryan McPartlin (his voice may kill his chances, though - it kinda stands out)
Rick Malambri
Daniel Cudmore

But this Brian Hallisay guy? Might as well give the tall guy from Glee a call too if you're gonna seriously consider him, lol. He's even taller. :cwink:

http://img707.imageshack.us/img707/6553/brianhallisay81.jpghttp://img715.imageshack.us/img715/2284/cm015.jpg
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/7584/cmdassistants302.jpg


Or am I the only one that sees the resemblance there?

Brian Hallisay? I never posted pictures of him nor did I ever show any support for him. I think you meant to aim your bow at Man of Tomorrow :woot:

[Changeling]

Rashida Jones is ****in perfect for Lois

[flickchick85]

Brian Hallisay? I never posted pictures of him nor did I ever show any support for him. I think you meant to aim your bow at Man of Tomorrow :woot:
Actually, I wasn't directing that part of my post to anyone in particular. I just saw that he was being discussed and added to lists, so I figured I'd voice my opinion on him.

But if Man of Tomorrow suggested him, for shame, MoT! ;)

[ArmsHeldOut]

http://206.47.170.43/channels/images/beericae.jpg

The girl in that pic is pretty hot. That is all. :cool:

[Crook]

That's your opinion but I don't think trickery and CG to make the actor who plays Superman "appear" tall on film will be used. Like Christopher Reeve once said, "The character is more important than the actor who plays him, because it is an enduring mythology." It wouldn't be very enduring to put say, a 5'10 or 6'0 actor in there to play the role now would it? No, because he wouldn't look like Superman off screen which is what Showtime pointed out, Man of Steel, myself, and other poster's here as well.
I find it baffling you cite a quote that basically says the "character is bigger than the actor", and yet your entire position rests on what the actor is ACTUALLY like. That makes no sense to me.

Staying true to the character is an obligation, but that obligation is limited to what you do with the product. Outside of that world, there are no restrictions.

Again, I ask you if Superman is tall on-screen, and looks convincingly so, why the hell does it matter to you? It's not real. And as an adult, I would hope you know when to discern reality from fantasy.

WB favors this notion too and Nolan does too. He's all about realism and he even stated that the story would take on a realistic approach. It wouldn't be realistic at all to deceive the audience by using an actor with tricks/cg to alter his height.
This discussion just took a whole new height of absurdness.

1) Film is all about deception. Everything about it is a damn lie. Everything.
2) Your usage of "realistic" make no sense. I encourage you to rethink that sentence again. I am still recovering from laughter.
3) You're confusing Nolan's sensibilities as a storyteller, with that of a film maker. His views on grounded realism pertain to the context of the world in the movie, this has nothing to do with how he intends to bring that to life.

If all fans here were okay with your opinion that a shorter actor would be better and easily suited for the role, we would certainly see a much, much larger list of actors pointed out on here. But you don't because IMO Superman fans won't sell out and neither will WB and Christopher Nolan.
Don't put words in my mouth. I never said that, nor indicated such a stance. I simply stated that in the end, whomever is cast, it shouldn't matter what their physical characteristics are if on film he is embodies the character.

Also...fans? This is your backup argument? FANS? May I reference history in the many times fans have had pie in their faces because of their erratic opinions on any given subject? Especially casting?

As an addendum, this will likely be my last post on this particular discussion. I've just realized how painful it was for me to take make sense of it all, and I'm pretty confident I'm not alone on this matter. I'd rather sleep easy tonight than pull hair out. :o

[db85usa]

Actually, I wasn't directing that part of my post to anyone in particular. I just saw that he was being discussed and added to lists, so I figured I'd voice my opinion on him.

But if Man of Tomorrow suggested him, for shame, MoT! ;)

Well don't put my name into something where I don't belong, lol. I never supported Hallisay. Heck like I've said before, I'm warming up to Armie Hammer for Superman more than anyone but still favor Harmon Walsh. If Hammer were cast as Superman, I wouldn't be the least bit disappointed :)

I'm warming up for Daniel Cudmore also. All the actors Man of Tomorrow posted earlier are good choices that are obviously suggestions that continually popup throughout the thread. The chances of any of these fan suggestions actually getting a screen test are slim but they are being pointed out in hopes of WB/Nolan maybe recognizing these actors. Fans here can be a huge help when it comes to finding an actor to screen test for a certain comic-book role, IMO.

Take Henry Cavill for example, he tested for Superman Returns, and was very much liked by Superman fans and still is to this day. Even Brandon Routh was mentioned and liked by fans but, Bryan Singer went with Routh at the time of course with testing for the role actually being limited. Will the same thing happen with The Man of Steel? Who knows. It's just a matter of time before the script is finished, a director is rumored to be on board, producers backing the project, a crew is put together and then the casting call will come. Whether or not ANY of the actors suggested here will get a screen test is anyone's guess but it doesn't hurt WB or Nolan and Co. to take a look :cwink:

[flickchick85]

Well don't put my name into something where I don't belong, lol. I never supported Hallisay.
Haha, sorry 'bout that. Purely accidental, I assure you.
Heck like I've said before, I'm warming up to Armie Hammer for Superman more than anyone but still favor Harmon Walsh. If Hammer were cast as Superman, I wouldn't be the least bit disappointed :)

Now THAT is a point where we definitely disagree. I've seen Hammer in 3 roles, and he was godawful, like distractingly bad, in all of them. And he doesn't even have "the look." I just don't get the love for the guy at all, so I'd be greatly disappointed if he were cast.


Take Henry Cavill for example, he tested for Superman Returns, and was very much liked by Superman fans and still is to this day. Even Brandon Routh was mentioned and liked by fans but, Bryan Singer went with Routh at the time of course with testing for the role actually being limited. Will the same thing happen with The Man of Steel? Who knows. It's just a matter of time before the script is finished, a director is rumored to be on board, producers backing the project, a crew is put together and then the casting call will come. Whether or not ANY of the actors suggested here will get a screen test is anyone's guess but it doesn't hurt WB or Nolan and Co. to take a look :cwink:Yep, with those reports suggesting that fan reactions may have influenced Marvel's Cap casting, it doesn't seem too far-fetched to think that studio moles might spend time browsing fan boards like this one. Not that Nolan & Co. would be influenced by such things, but it's a nice thought. Still, I don't want anyone cast based on look. There's a strong chance that NONE of these guys will nail it in the audition room, and that's all that matters. So yeah, like you said, slim chances indeed.

[flickchick85]

Bahahahaha!!! Thats the first thing I thought of when I saw his pic.
Ah, thanks, glad to hear I'm not crazy. :woot:

[db85usa]

I find it baffling you cite a quote that basically says the "character is bigger than the actor", and yet your entire position rests on what the actor is ACTUALLY like. That makes no sense to me.

Staying true to the character is an obligation, but that obligation is limited to what you do with the product. Outside of that world, there are no restrictions.

Again, I ask you if Superman is tall on-screen, and looks convincingly so, why the hell does it matter to you? It's not real. And as an adult, I would hope you know when to discern reality from fantasy.


This discussion just took a whole new height of absurdness.

1) Film is all about deception. Everything about it is a damn lie. Everything.
2) Your usage of "realistic" make no sense. I encourage you to rethink that sentence again. I am still recovering from laughter.
3) You're confusing Nolan's sensibilities as a storyteller, with that of a film maker. His views on grounded realism pertain to the context of the world in the movie, this has nothing to do with how he intends to bring that to life.


Fans? This is your backup argument? FANS? May I reference history in the many times fans have had pie in their faces because of their erratic opinions on any given subject? Especially casting?

Really? I know film is all about deception but why bother with trickery/CG? When referring to realism, we're talking about the story, the character development. Nolan is attached to the project, which probably we can assume his brother will direct if Christopher elects not to. CG is very limited in Nolan's background/universe. He uses it for some special effects but not everything. None of his actors height's appear to be deceiving on film.

You completely assume that any actor can just line up and test for Superman. This is NOT going to happen. You're in denial over it and well, really need to get over it. Just like Batman Begins, Nolan wanted an all-star cast to surround a somewhat unknown actor in Bale. While the film stuck somewhat close to the source material, Begins and TDK were more like a crime drama and Batman was given a darker/realistic approach and the films had LIMITED use of CGI. He also wants to cast The Man of Steel in the same fashion circa 1978 Donner's Superman and wants to ADD realism to the story because, "That's what we do" he said. The only CGI that will probably be used in MoS is flight, maybe villains, etc. Like I said, if they want to go for any actor for Superman might as well just make it all CGI/3D and forget using real actors.

I shouldn't have to continually point out that CGI is not realism. Trickery is not realism. Of course movies are all about fantasy, etc. It's the story that's not real that we believe in, the characters that aren't real that we believe in. Everyone knows that. But with Superman, it's a sensitive issue regarding height/size because like I've mentioned earlier in the thread, it's easier to find any actor to play a superhero role that dons a mask. With Superman, you have to have an actor that brings the character to life and is believable to the viewer. Face it, the only trickery and tampering used for The Man of Steel will be for makeup/sets and designs/action and special effects and that's about it :yay:

[db85usa]

Ah, thanks, glad to hear I'm not crazy. :woot:

Nobody ever said you weren't crazy :cwink:

[flickchick85]

Nobody ever said you weren't crazy :cwink:
The voices did. They said it, I heard them.

:awesome:

[ArmsHeldOut]

Ah, thanks, glad to hear I'm not crazy. :woot:

:hoboj::hq::brucebat::nono:

[ArmsHeldOut]

The voices did. They said it, I heard them.

:awesome:

He said "weren't" lol

[Crook]

Really? I know film is all about deception but why bother with trickery/CG? When referring to realism, we're talking about the story, the character development.
So why even bring up realism? That has nothing to do with casting.

Nolan is attached to the project, which probably we can assume his brother will direct if Christopher elects not to. CG is very limited in Nolan's background/universe. He uses it for some special effects but not everything. None of his actors height's appear to be deceiving on film.
I don't know why you're acting as if CG isn't going to be prevalent in a SUPERMAN movie. If you're speaking in regards to the actor, I haven't once suggested cg for him.

You completely assume that any actor can just line up and test for Superman. This is NOT going to happen. You're in denial over it and well, really need to get over it.

You need to read and stop putting words in my mouth. Tell you what, find me where I said any actor could try out for this role, and I'll give you a golden cookie. You presume way too much.

I shouldn't have to continually point out that CGI is not realism. Trickery is not realism. Of course movies are all about fantasy, etc.
No, but you're going to have to point out where exactly you are going with this as you are just stating the obvious. It seems you are oblivious to just how much "trickery" is involved in a film. I don't know where this 'realism' business is coming from.

Face it, the only trickery and tampering used for The Man of Steel will be for makeup/sets and designs/action and special effects and that's about it :yay:
Wow, you've described, like...everything that is involved with the look of a film. What is there left NOT to tamper with? :funny:

[db85usa]

So why even bring up realism? That has nothing to do with casting.


I don't know why you're acting as if CG isn't going to be prevalent in a SUPERMAN movie. If you're speaking in regards to the actor, I haven't once suggested cg for him.


You need to read and stop putting words in my mouth. Tell you what, find me where I said any actor could try out for this role, and I'll give you a golden cookie. You presume way too much.


No, but you're going to have to point out where exactly you are going with this as you are just stating the obvious. It seems you are oblivious to just how much "trickery" is involved in a film. I don't know where this 'realism' business is coming from.


Wow, you've described, like...everything that is involved with the look of a film. What is there left NOT to tamper with? :funny:


lol you really need to find something better to do. No "short" actor will ever play Superman. That's a fact you'll have to learn to accept when it comes to Superman on film. That's the whole point of your argument when you suggested that height is something that's always been altered on film and were implying that Superman's height can be altered, etc. Right? Right. It's not gonna happen man :) now you're trying to take it 20 steps further by quoting every single line from my posts and I'm going to have to say it's starting to become quite flattering to say the least..... send me a PM ASAP :fhm:


















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[Crook]

I don't need to quote every line because you've cemented what I thought in the first place: you don't read. Here, I'll sum up this entire conversation:

I stated twice that post that the actor should be 6 feet, minimum. :huh:

I chose to ignore that :yay:

Awesome. :up: