ASK MSJ (The Complete History)

[FlameHead]

These are questions that people posted in part 3 after MSJ last responded.

I have anfew question for MSJ .

BEfore i continue , i'll say this. It's great to have a director who respects the fans and actually talks with them. So kudos to you MSJ , YOU ROCK !

Anyhoo back to my questions

1 How fill the fighting style of Ghost Rider BE ?
Will be raw and hardcore or more stylised like martial arts . If you're going for raw , please MSJ. No nausea inducing MTV editing.......

2 For the sake of coolness , will you try to do impossible things with Ghost Rider or are you keeping the action more grounded to reality.
For example riding a bike verticallly and climbing a building

3 Was it you're choice to go more for a rock soundtrack then a traditional score . And would you also have included techno songs ?

4 I know that fire is one of the more difficult things to create in VFX.
But how will the fire look ? Will it be more in the lines of balrog creature in the fellowship of the ring , the storm in fantastic four ( didn't sony image works to do the fire effects on Johnny ) or like liquid fire ( the matrix reloaded)

5 Finally. Do you think that with the movie being pushed back to 2007 , it'll be better for the VFX schedule. I often get the impression that reason why the budget of many big VFX movies are so high is due to the fact that the VFX companies have to deliver their shots in a short while. You see that movies who take a longer time to work on their effects , tend to produce better results

Dear Mr. MSJ,

I am a big fan and I am looking very much forward to Ghost Rider.

But I have only one question: Is Daredevil 2 going to be made and will you direct?

I speak on the behalf of the many, many Daredevil fans who have been left with their dicks hanging for a long time, and I figured if anyone can give us a straight answer it'd be you.

I anticipate your reply.

Yours Sincerly DarkMurdock

MSG thanks for answering my questions before. Here's some more:

1) Were you ever even approached to make a Daredevil Sequel by Fox? Has there been any talk about it in your circles with or without Affleck.

2) With the long wait...Are you going to be doing any test screenings early to get some more feedback. You have plenty of time to add footage, do reshoots, etc...if needed.

3) Sorry if this has already been asked: What's the approximate running time of Ghost Rider? 1.5 hours, 2 hours, 2+ hours?

4) Just a fan curious question. Say Nic Cage chose not to do Ghost Rider or couldn't do it with his schedule...what other names were on the list to play Ghost Rider? Were there any back ups?

What exactly is Sony expecting from this film in terms gross? I'm curious because it's been move to febuary and also the budget numbers being thrown out range from 50-100 mil. Also considering the fact that Constantine which is a similar movie did pretty well in nearly the same spot but that only manage to garner 75 mil, and Hellboy only did about 60 mil so the question is, what exactly are Sony's expectations for this film?

Also this is your second superhero film, and it's also the second time you casted a well-known actor. This seems to fly in the face of what has now become the formula for super-hero films which is cast unknowns. I was wondering did this happen to fall like that or is it easier working with seasoned actors?

Hi Mark, thanks for answering all the questions my fellow hypsters have been asking, it is a great thing for the director of an upcoming super-hero flick to answer the questions of his fans on a constant basis.

I have two questions, one about DD and one about Ghost Rider:

1. I'm not sure if you've been asked this, you probably have, but who besides Affleck and Farrell did you have in mind for DD and Bullseye?

2. You've stated that GR is like a "gothic western", is there any way to describe that a little more detailed so we can get a feel for the movie?

Thank you.

Edd.

1. Will the release date change have any effect on the rating, or is PG-13 still the official? And if so, is the usual unrated DVD gig gonna happen and would it be any different than the theatrical release as the DareDevil DVD was?

2. How long into the movie until Blaze actually becomes The Rider and will he have more screentime than Blaze? I'm always one for cutting straight to the chase, but understand the need for intros and such for the plot and story explanations.

Wicked job on the reveal, too. Some excellent drops of blood for us very hungry sharks.

Hi Mark, I was wondering if the new short with no sound was shot outside the Little Lonsdale Street garage set? The door in the background on the right looked real familar. I know this is crappy question of absolute no importance but I loved cruising around that set on weekends, soaking in the feel of the dirty back street garage. It was sad to see that thing come down.

MSJ I have a few questions but before, I want to say that I loved DD and b/c of that I can't wait for GR! The lil clip looks awesome! Anyways....

1. Is there any progression with DD2? If so will u be introducing a new villian or with the Kingpin and good ol Bullseye be back (or both possiblities).

2. I personally haven't read many GR comics, but b/c u r directing, I have been into the movie. Is there anything inperticular (spelling) that I should read? I no Barnes and Nobles has the Essentials to GR, but is that all? The DD movie got me into reading DD and Elektra and now I really want to read GR, so...

3. Finally. Have you ever thought about making and Elektra film? U wrote and directed her soooo well in DD and a lot of ppl are saying that u should direct a sequel or a kind of revamp like Batman Begins for her in a few years. Possibility?

Hiho Mr. Johnson!

I also have a few questions for you. Sorry if they were asked before! Here we go:

1. Im not really familiar with the GR comics at all, but I would like to know if there is any portrayal of hell itself and how different it is from other movies like "Constantine" and films like that?

2. So, this movie is very rich in FX stuff and has a big budget. But GR isn`t as well-known as other Marvel characters, such as Spider-Man or X-Men for example. And this will be the first movie in a possible series. Do you think that this could be a disadvantage at the boxoffice? Will there be a huge marketing campagne for the film?

3. Now this is dark and gritty material with all the hell stuff and a kind of "Bounty Hunter" in the lead. It is a huge movie, but I heard that it will stay true to the spirit of the comics, so is there any chance that it will be rated R?

4. Will there be any backstory in the movie around the Medallion, Zarathos and Mephisto through flashbacks? And will Noble Kale, Badilino or John`s brother Daniel play any role in this or in future GR films probably?

5. Which part was intended for Jon Voight before he left the project?

I wish you all the best and I hope that Ghost Rider will rock

Ok that was it. Thanks in advance!

Greetings from Vienna

 

[screenamesuck]

I have a question. Your gonna supply us loyal fans here with tickets to an advance screening right?? I don't mind if the effects are not there yet.

 

[Hoedowned]

didn't sony image works to do the fire effects on Johnny

No.

 

[Advanced Dark]

Another Question: C'mon Mark you can take a few snaps with your digital camera of the crew working in the post production offices, or with you sitting on the bike wearing GRiders's Jacket...right?

 

[hippie_hunter]

After Ghost Rider are you interested in doing other movies based on Marvel properties? What about any DC properties such as Aquaman?

 

[Crowley9]

I asked about Dan Ketch in the first questions thread and MSJ's answer was no, they've got their hands full with Johnny Blaze and there's no need to be stuffing Dan in there.

 

[Advanced Dark]

Hey Mark,

You need to have a fan competition for that Hell Cylce. Start it in a few months. Have some sort of drawing for it. Let the media know about the contest and the hype begins. Every person on Earth would want that bike.

 

[Dynasty]

Howdy, i think its great that you talk to on these boards, i respect that and thank you... my questions..

I know it's been asked before but what is going on with the Daredevil franchise?

2nd after working with both talented actors (Ben Affleck and Nic Cage) who do you think would win in a fist fight? (not their super-hero's)

 

[FlameHead]

Guys, I moved any questions that came after MSJ posted to a new Q&A thread; http://www.superherohype.com/forums/showthread.php?t=212831

^^^ I have seen this post in three different threads^^^

Yeah, what's up with that?

 

[FlameHead]

Hey MSJ, looks like round 4 is started. We look forward to the day you have time to answer some of our new inquiries.

Here's a couple I have... for now.

1) Angry Anderson is reported (by crappy IMDB) to have Angry Anderson in the film however there is reportidly close friend of his saying that he's not involved at all. Could you clear this up?

2) Avi Arad seems like the coolest guy in the world. Is he?

 

[KALEL114]

I haven't read a Ghost Rider comic ever. How accessible will this movie be to me and others like me? Thanks.

 

[screenamesuck]

Probably the most important question I have right now......

Is this Aquinnah really a producer for the movie?

 

[craigaat]

Probably the most important question I have right now......

Is this Aquinnah really a producer for the movie?

What he said ^

 

[FlameHead]

Good question. I think that's on the mind of many right now.

 

[Advanced Dark]

Ben Affleck=Talented? Did I just read that up there somewhere?

 

[FlameHead]

I doubt it.

Not that I don't like Affleck. I'm very fond of is View Askewniverse stuff... and he wasn't a horrible Murdock... but, let's not get into that here. I've probably said too much.

 

[screenamesuck]

I'll ask you the same question I asked Aquinnah. I know there is probaby many, but what was your favorite scene without giving to much away.

 

[totalpackage59]

When you make GR 2 will it be made in Melbourne?
It was great to watch (from the sidelines) you guys work.
Also will you or would you like to be involved with Making the Silver Surfer movie

 

[Bud Dwyer]

Nine Inch Nails should be in the film.

WITH CKY.

AND CLUTCH!

And Godspeed You Black Emperor (to fit the Gothic-Western vibe)

 

[FlameHead]

I'm listening to Clutch right now. They freakiin' rock!

You should chat about this in the Sountrack section though; http://www.superherohype.com/forums/showthread.php?t=140920

 

[Mr Nick]

Apologies if this has been asked before:

Can you give us some idea of Ghost Rider's fighting style? Batman Begins had a very brutal, grounded, no-BS style which perfectly suited the character. Will Ghost Rider's be similar?

Also, please have a gander at the captions thread and tell us which is your favourite!

 

[Advanced Dark]

MSJ,

Are you working closely with the game developers so the effects and the storyline and everything run together nicely? Do you know if the cast members are doing the voice overs on the game? I don't think Nic has done that before.

 

[Killgore]

Hey Mark,

I was wondering if you have any plans to do a sequel to DareDevil? I'd really like to see the Born Again story arc on the silver screen.

 

[Earthsea]

Rock Music does not match with Super Hero Movies if you ask me

 

[craigaat]

Rock Music does not match with Super Hero Movies if you ask me

I think it will for GR but only if it's old school rock, not all this post-hardcore-emo crap. Also, I'm have trouble imagining a score for GR.