Doc Ock said:
DINO???
I assume that's Doom in name only.Meaning they have bastardized him.
*Sigh*
Doc,
To be fair, they are coining this phrase based on what they've read in the novelization and the details we've heard about his physical make-up (organic metal skin). Unlike CINO ("Catwoman") which was a 100% departure in name, locale, interest, origin, and motives, this character does have
many ties to its inspiration. So to say it's "bastardizing" him is a stretch IMO, as the novelization is itself an interpretation of the script--just like the movie.
Here's what we do know
will be shown in this film:
1.)
Background: Like the source material has defined, the film will make it clear he was a poor, humble boy with Gypsy roots from Latveria. Through his intelligence and skill he built himself into a self-made man in the Americas. While the flashback scenes to Latveria were cut (DVD maybe?
), there are many references to it throughout the film.
2.)
Rivalry: His college history with Reed is intact, as well as the competition between them. His soured relationship with Ben Grimm is also preserved.
3.)
Suit Of Armor: Both the scripts and the novel allude to Medieval armor being encased behind glass in his office (display).Whether or not he'll don the whole thing (beyond the mask) remains to be seen (don't hold your breath
)
4.)
Aspirations: From the script I can tell you that his goals for dominations include a global scale. It's mentioned on at least three different occasions, and some of these are also in the novelization.
5.)
Resources: It's been established that Von Doom Industries is merely a public face for a man who owns major operations in the business, commercial, weaponry and scientific fields.
6.)
Alpha Male: His arrogance and self-confidence permeates nearly all of his lines. He is not evil per se, but he does have enemies he wants eliminated.
7.)
Narcissism: Like his comic book counterpart, movie Doom is vain. He considers himself a God among men, and this is referenced constantly in the script.
8.)
Costuming: Some of Movie Doom's costume borrows from many looks the character has assumed over the decades. FOX struck down the costuming proposal that Tim Story originally submitted (
striking regal stuff, maybe I'll post it), but what we have today in terms of his mask and hood, etc. does at least harken back to the source material.
9.)
Destination: We also know that the conclusion of the film shows his return to the Latverian government, which may springboard him to monarchy in the sequel.
10.)
Political Allegiances: The film's Doom is extremely passionate about his mother land and even has the Latverian Flag hanging in his office.
So, while there have been many changes (and some are definitely unnecessary) there is also much that has been preserved. When one considers the facts objectively, it is clear that
this is nothing like CINO. It appears that some of my fellow Hypesters have lost sight of these things.
But beyond the aesthetic, whether or not Julian McMahon will actually capture Victor's
personality no one here can vouch for yet.
Neither the scripts nor the novelization can determine how the role is carried on screen.
I posted some reviews from moviegoers who have seen the film and were impressed with Dr. Doom's portrayal. But since the reviews are *positive*, apparently they don't carry much merit.
Tim and his costumers had to fight for that as well. I will find and scan in the pic of the original costuming Tim wanted for Doom...it's very regal, with gold trim, kilt and real, jointed body armor.
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