The Dark Knight Rises Catwoman Casting Thread [Merged x6]

[Two-Face]

Well, some might say that about Jolie. She doesn't exactly have a stellar track record. But I really don't understand the reference as to Longoria.

What? Jolie is 30 Bale is 31 perfect match her to play Selina Kyle in every way.

 

[Captain_Obvious]

someone else for Catwoman

 

[Salemdog]

What? Jolie is 30 Bale is 31 perfect match her to play Selina Kyle in every way.

He said Longoria was a tool. I felt it was unnecessarily derogatory. I was simply pointing out that Jolie wasn't perfect either. Nothing to do with age or otherwise. Like I said before, going off a look is fine. But that's basically all everyone is doing at this point when considering Jolie. I'm trying to look at both spectrums and consider what the casting directors might consider. Perfection isnt just a look. If it were then Caine would have never been cast.

 

[regwec]

I used to be a firm supporter of Angelina, but the absurd over-exposure of her and Brad "Boring" Pitt in the media has switched me right off. I don't feel that i ever need to see Jolie's face again.

 

[DrMylesOBoogie]

Well, some might say that about Jolie. She doesn't exactly have a stellar track record. But I really don't understand the reference as to Longoria.

As far as Clark..I didn't know she was thrity five. So the age might be a problem.

I do find it amusing that when someone brings up other choices besides Jolie that people have a tendency to dismiss them in derogatory terms.

Of course I doubt Catwoman will be in a sequel anytime soon. If you think B&R left a bad taste then think about WB's last fiasco. Perhaps you should start setting your sights on Jolie for Talia.

I don't think that Jolie is right for Talia. If Catwoman were to not appear in the franchise then I wouldn't settle for Jolie playing someone else just to get her in the movie. Pick the right people for the right roles.

Eva Longoria while pretty hot doesn't impress me acting wise and she just seems like a bit stuck up. I'm not a huge fan at all and I really don't see her as Catwoman. She's really outclassed on Housewifes by Hatcher and the majority of the rest of the cast.

 

[thebatandthecat]

How old is Angelina Jolie?

 

[FanWithoutFear]

She's a year younger than Bale.

 

[Timstuff]

He said Longoria was a tool. I felt it was unnecessarily derogatory. I was simply pointing out that Jolie wasn't perfect either. Nothing to do with age or otherwise. Like I said before, going off a look is fine. But that's basically all everyone is doing at this point when considering Jolie. I'm trying to look at both spectrums and consider what the casting directors might consider. Perfection isnt just a look. If it were then Caine would have never been cast.

Well said, well said! Jolie has not done anything I'd say is on par with the performances in Batman Begins recently, and while some would argue "But she has an oscar, so she has it in her.", that doesn't mean diddly. The fact that she has failed to live up to her oscar thus far would probably make someone like Nolan want to work with her less. And also, I find it quite funny that all it takes for people to justify Jolie is just posting pics of her. It's gonna take alot more than that to convince Nolan and crew!

 

[kpjoon]

oh god... no angelina for catwoman...

Kate Beckinsale
Catherine Zeta Jones
or an unknown

 

[Salemdog]

I don't think that Jolie is right for Talia. If Catwoman were to not appear in the franchise then I wouldn't settle for Jolie playing someone else just to get her in the movie. Pick the right people for the right roles.

Eva Longoria while pretty hot doesn't impress me acting wise and she just seems like a bit stuck up. I'm not a huge fan at all and I really don't see her as Catwoman. She's really outclassed on Housewifes by Hatcher and the majority of the rest of the cast.

Agreed...pick the right people for the right roles. The only slight mistake I have seen casting wise in Begins was Holmes. Not bad, not great. The same way you feel about Longoria on DH. But, given the right opportunity I feel she could shine in the role. Or as Talia. She, like Jolie, has the look for both. I just think people should consider the casting of Begins and delve a bit deeper than a "look" before settling on a candidate. I do agree Jolie looks the part. But it's obvious that while the casting directors of Begins and Nolan were going for a look they were also going for talent.

Jolie would have to delve back into her Gia and Girl Interrupted days. But, who's to say a newcomer won't catch the eye in the next year or so. Just like Bale it could be a relative unknown. I would start watching the indies. Nolan will.

 

[Salemdog]

Well said, well said! Jolie has not done anything I'd say is on par with the performances in Batman Begins recently, and while some would argue "But she has an oscar, so she has it in her.", that doesn't mean diddly. The fact that she has failed to live up to her oscar thus far would probably make someone like Nolan want to work with her less. And also, I find it quite funny that all it takes for people to justify Jolie is just posting pics of her. It's gonna take alot more than that to convince Nolan and crew!

Agreed

 

[BK]

Well said, well said! Jolie has not done anything I'd say is on par with the performances in Batman Begins recently, and while some would argue "But she has an oscar, so she has it in her.", that doesn't mean diddly. The fact that she has failed to live up to her oscar thus far would probably make someone like Nolan want to work with her less. And also, I find it quite funny that all it takes for people to justify Jolie is just posting pics of her. It's gonna take alot more than that to convince Nolan and crew!

Ok, so what exactly does Jolie as an actress seem to fail in, in order to portray Catwoman?

 

[DorkyFresh]

Well said, well said! Jolie has not done anything I'd say is on par with the performances in Batman Begins recently, and while some would argue "But she has an oscar, so she has it in her.", that doesn't mean diddly. The fact that she has failed to live up to her oscar thus far would probably make someone like Nolan want to work with her less. And also, I find it quite funny that all it takes for people to justify Jolie is just posting pics of her. It's gonna take alot more than that to convince Nolan and crew!

I think she did a fine job in Alexander and Taking Lives. Her performance in those movies wasn't oscar-worthy but they were performances that showed her versatility and ability to not always act like a Hollywood superstar in all of her movies.

And you find it funny that all it takes for people to justify Jolie is just posting pictures of her...........because you ignore all the good arguments. I've stated in my previous posts that if they were to find an unknown or even a "little" known actress as sexy and even MORE talented than Angelina Jolie then I'd totally prefer whoever that woman is. I've even stated that if Gina Gershon were younger she'd be PERFECT. I like Jolie for Catwoman because right now....out of all the actresses I know of and have been proposed by other members, she seems to fit the criteria the best....


...not just because she's Angelina Jolie.

If you would just put away your hatred for Angelina Jolie for one second, open your mind, and let the idea of Angelina as Catwoman dwell in your head for a few moments I'm sure you'd at least see why many of us think she'd be awesome as Catwoman.

 

[Timstuff]

I can easily see that there are many reasons why other people want Jolie in the role, but those either are not reasons that I'd pick an actress for, or they can be found with an actress that I'd like better.

And Jolie's performance in Alexander... "The world is YOUURRRS!"... It's hardly good arguement ammunition. :|

 

[Salemdog]

I think she did a fine job in Alexander and Taking Lives. Her performance in those movies wasn't oscar-worthy but they were performances that showed her versatility and ability to not always act like a Hollywood superstar in all of her movies.

And you find it funny that all it takes for people to justify Jolie is just posting pictures of her...........because you ignore all the good arguments. I've stated in my previous posts that if they were to find an unknown or even a "little" known actress as sexy and even MORE talented than Angelina Jolie then I'd totally prefer whoever that woman is. I've even stated that if Gina Gershon were younger she'd be PERFECT. I like Jolie for Catwoman because right now....out of all the actresses I know of and have been proposed by other members, she seems to fit the criteria the best....


...not just because she's Angelina Jolie.

If you would just put away your hatred for Angelina Jolie for one second, open your mind, and let the idea of Angelina as Catwoman dwell in your head for a few moments I'm sure you'd at least see why many of us think she'd be awesome as Catwoman.

I don't think any has a hatred. I certainly don't. But on the flip side perhaps if people would look beyond Jolie they would see there are ones out there with the same look and more than capable.

I agree with Taking Lives. Alexander I can't. Why she chose a British accent is beyond me. Lady Croft holdover?

As I have said many times before, and others as well. Jolie is fine. But perhaps more than just one choice may be appropiate. If they actually choose to have her in the future films as either Catwoman or Talia great. She does have a great look and I think Nolan can pull a good performance out of her. Just don't be too disappointed if they go with someone else.

 

[Salemdog]

Ok, so what exactly does Jolie as an actress seem to fail in, in order to portray Catwoman?

To me she doesn't. I think that TS is just along the same lines as myself, or so it seems. Sometimes the obvious choice isn't the best one. And perhaps someone may already be in mind. I know "major" stars were in the movie. But the star was Bale. I just see Nolan pulling something along those lines. If I'm wrong I'm wrong. I will be just as happy with Jolie cause I know Nolan will pull a good performance from her. I'm just not ready to claim she's the one yet. I think an exploration of choices are in order. Maybe..a second choice. If not Jolie..then who else would be good. Always have a back-up.

 

[BK]

All of that writing, and you still somehow managed to avoid answering my question.

 

[thebatandthecat]

To me she doesn't. I think that TS is just along the same lines as myself, or so it seems. Sometimes the obvious choice isn't the best one.

WOW! You said it better than anyone could! Halle Berry is the best example of this. She should have been perfect! She's got the looks and the acting ability but still she sucked as Catwoman (sure the script sucked too). I think some would consider Angelina to be stunt casting like Arnold and George in Batman & Robin.

 

[Salemdog]

All of that writing, and you still somehow managed to avoid answering my question.

If you're referring to me check the first sentence. I think I did. She hasn't been on top of her game as of late but it's nothing a good director couldn't help fix. My point isn't so much of Jolie as a choice but Jolie as the only choice.

As I pointed out before Nolan doesn't always go with the obvious.

 

[kairi_kyle]

any big named actor/actress that would play a part would take away from the movie. i think that catwoman should be a not well known actress like jolie or theron. look at this movie, bale wasn't really well known and he did excellent, along w/ murphy, and holmes. yeah they have played in big movies, but they have played little parts and no one really knew how good they were until now. you take an actress like jolie or theron and they will take the hype away from the movie and it will be focused more on themselves. i think that monica bellucci should play catwoman. she has been in some big movies, but her name hasn't hit her peek like jolie is soon going to reach.

 

[DorkyFresh]

And Jolie's performance in Alexander... "The world is YOUURRRS!"... It's hardly good arguement ammunition. :|

There you go ignoring arguments again.....I never said her performance was oscar worthy, I said her in Alexander just shows that she's versatile and CAN star in a movie without acting Hollywood-ish and having her stardom detract from the main character/actor.

But on the flip side perhaps if people would look beyond Jolie they would see there are ones out there with the same look and more than capable.

I HAVE looked beyond Jolie. I once thought as you do....how Jolie is the obvious choice and how she might be too popular for a movie with Nolan at the helm, but as I've said.....from the actresses I know of and the ones presented on this thread, despite her popularity and obviousness.....I think she's the one best suited for the role.

I agree with Taking Lives. Alexander I can't. Why she chose a British accent is beyond me. Lady Croft holdover?

Well, I'll have to assume that it was Jolie's idea to have a British accent but it was ultimately choice seeing as how he's the director. He could've easily told Jolie to drop the British accent.....there WERE other characters in the movie that had British accents though. Besides....I'd rather see them talk with a British accent than an Irish accent (the one Colin Farrel used for Alexander). Heck...even though Maximus from Gladiator was a Spaniard, he still had a British accent along with everyone from Rome.

As I have said many times before, and others as well. Jolie is fine. But perhaps more than just one choice may be appropiate. If they actually choose to have her in the future films as either Catwoman or Talia great. She does have a great look and I think Nolan can pull a good performance out of her. Just don't be too disappointed if they go with someone else.

I won't....as long as they can find someone who's more qualified.

I think an exploration of choices are in order.

lol...what do you think these last 82 pages are?

 

[DorkyFresh]

any big named actor/actress that would play a part would take away from the movie.

Liam Neeson.......Morgan Freeman.....





....that's all I have to say.

 

[Timstuff]

My ideal actress would be one with a similar acting background to Bale, as in having done good work in some indie films and possibly television, getting praise for the work they've done, but has never gotten a chance to shine in a mainstream role. Said actress also needs to have mysteriouse and sexy eyes, be fairly tall (between 5' 6" and 5' 9" I'd say), have an athletic and at least somewhat curvy figure, and be similar in age to Bale. Hair color doesn't matter much to me since it can be changed if necessary.

There, I've put in my order for the perfect Catwoman. I hope that Nolan and co. can deliver!

 

[Salemdog]

lol...what do you think these last 82 pages are?

Frankly I see a lot of Jolie. When anyone else is brought up only a few seem to consider the idea that Jolie might not be the end all to end all.

Several think I'm trying to shoot down the idea of Jolie. I'm not nor haven't. I'm simply trying to point out, as some others have, that Jolie might not be obvious to others. Namely the ones in charge of casting. Or they might feel it necessary to go another direction. That's all.

 

[Salemdog]

Liam Neeson.......Morgan Freeman.....





....that's all I have to say.

Don't forget Oldman and Caine. An excellent Supporting cast...