Josh Brolin is Jonah Hex?

[StorminNorman]

I still really REALLY want to know who in the hell sits around with their friends and asks "hey, you wanna go see that new Viggo Mortensen movie"?

That is truly the most baffling comment I have heard on this thread in weeks...

or well, hours at least...

 

[Philly Phanboy]

Western cred? If you don't consider No Country for Old Men at least Western influenced, you weren't paying attention.

Also, Viggo has no bankability. Seriously, the only movies of his that were big hits were LOTR, and he was a supporting character in those. Appaloosa, Alatriste, Eastern Promises, A History of Violence, and Hidaldgo didn't set the box office on fire. Maybe The Road will change that, but there's no evidence that his name brings out people in substantial numbers.

Both are good actors. Neither is a box office draw. Heck, who says Viggo is even interested?

By the way, I don't think anyone is suggesting that Jonah Hex cost $100 million and open in the middle of Summer. You don't need high priced actors if you keep the budget reasonable and pick a good opening date, like March 2010. I could certainly see it marketed as a followup to 300 and Watchmen if WB marketing is on the ball.

Edit: Heck, why are we even concerned about how much bank Jonah Hex will make? Do you have stock in WB? I'm much more concerned about whether it's a good movie and Josh Brolin should do a fine job in the role. Let the accountants worry about the rest.

When did this suddenly become the Josh Brolin vs Viggo Mortensen thread? Go back and read what's been said here before trolling.

 

[Keyser Soze]

When did this suddenly become the Josh Brolin vs Viggo Mortensen thread? Go back and read what's been said here before trolling.

Ahem...

When was the last time anybody has ever said "hey let's go out and see that new Josh Brolin movie"?

Westerns are a niche market, so are comic book movies; they need somebody bigger like a Viggo Mortensen who has established a fanbase among both western and fantasy genres.

Josh has only been the top billed actor for a skateboard movie from the 80's, the upcoming W and maybe this movie; and his western cred consists of a pony express series with Stephen Baldwin and a made for TV movie neither of which he had top billing. Comparing Josh's resume and bankability to Viggo's is absurd.

 

[Evil Twin]

Yeah, what's up with that?

One thing that Josh Brolin has going for him is that he's the right age, especially if they want to do sequels. Ideally you'd want someone in the mid-30s who could pass for younger in flashbacks, but Brolin at age 40 is certainly not far out of line.

 

[Philly Phanboy]

I still really REALLY want to know who in the hell sits around with their friends and asks "hey, you wanna go see that new Viggo Mortensen movie"?

That is truly the most baffling comment I have heard on this thread in weeks...

or well, hours at least...

At least people know who he is and not wazzisface James Brolin's son from Goonies.

 

[Keyser Soze]

But I bet they could spell/pronounce Josh Brolin easier than Viggo Mortensen...

 

[Evil Twin]

If marketing can't sell Josh Brolin as the lead actor (whether true or not) of the Western influenced, Best Picture winning No Country for Old Men, they're not doing their job. No law saying you can't remind people of that during advertising. People may not know Josh Brolin by name, but they probably know the name of a recent Best Picture winner.

 

[Octoberist]

I still really REALLY want to know who in the hell sits around with their friends and asks "hey, you wanna go see that new Viggo Mortensen movie"?

That is truly the most baffling comment I have heard on this thread in weeks...

or well, hours at least...

It's not like Viggo struggling either.

You can't take credit away from Viggo, who has been in two critically acclaimed films (both from Cronenberg), History of Violence and the awesome Eastern Promises. And let's not forget The Road (which is coming up).

I think Viggo realizes that he's not a draw, so he's better at smaller films anyway.

 

[cerealkiller182]

It's not like Viggo struggling either.

You can't take credit away from Viggo, who has been in two critically acclaimed films (both from Cronenberg), History of Violence and the awesome Eastern Promises. And let's not forget The Road (which is coming up).

I think Viggo realizes that he's not a draw, so he's better at smaller films anyway.

I dont think anyone thinks Viggo is struggling, its just the statement "they need someone more marketable like Viggo" that many (including I) dont think makes sense. They both have had better success in cult and indie pictures except Viggo who was in LOTR. LOTR is barely mentioned in terms of the actors anymore but as cinema history itself. I think they are both good but I never really liked Viggo for the role. I dont think he would have been mentioned had he never done Hidalgo in the first place. The fact that hes played a cowboy seems to be his only preresequite

 

[Evil Twin]

I don't think anyone is taking anything away from Viggo and suggesting he's not a good actor or wouldn't make a good Jonah Hex. We're just saying that in the big picture, it's silly to diss Josh Brolin for not being a draw and use that as a reason to prefer Viggo.

And, really, we've no idea if Viggo was asked and said "Not interested."

As far as Brolin goes, he's a very good actor, rugged, has demonstrated credibility in what is required of Jonah Hex in No Country For Old Men, right age, and may be interested in the part. What's not to like about the choice even if he's not your favorite?

 

[Doctor Jones]

Sounds like a great casting choice. Watch No Country For Old Men and you'll see why. But, back in the day, we all know that Clint Eastwood would of made a kick-ass Jonah Hex.

 

[Project862006]

so having

American Gangster
No Country For Oldmen
W.
In The Valley Of Elah
and the upcoming "MIlk"

i guess he is no good lol

 

[Octoberist]

well, the news made it to the trades

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117993724.html?categoryid=13&cs=1

 

[[A]]

Is there a Jonah Hex expert in the room..?

 

[Batspider77]

so having

American Gangster
No Country For Oldmen
W.
In The Valley Of Elah
and the upcoming "MIlk"

i guess he is no good lol

don´t forget "Outsiders"

 

[Evil Twin]

Is there a Jonah Hex expert in the room..?

Well, I've read Showcase Presents, various issues of the 70s series not included in Showcase Presents, every one of the Lansdale/Truman mini-series, and every issue of the current series. Does that count?

 

[Lobo]

well, the news made it to the trades

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117993724.html?categoryid=13&cs=1

Thanks. That's a good sign. I can't wait to see this film get made.


Also, guys, enough of this Brolin vs Mortensen nonsense, any more of it and I will just delete the posts.

 

[Brian Braddock]

Damn; ever since someone made the suggestion in the 'Supermax' thread - I was kinda hoping that Brolin would be Slade Wilson.

 

[[A]]

Well, I've read Showcase Presents, various issues of the 70s series not included in Showcase Presents, every one of the Lansdale/Truman mini-series, and every issue of the current series. Does that count?

I was asking because--if you know the material, how fantastic would you say the material is..? Would it be a big budget project or a small budget would do..?

 

[Sawyer]

so having

American Gangster
No Country For Oldmen
W.
In The Valley Of Elah
and the upcoming "MIlk"

i guess he is no good lol

Dont forget The Goonies...

 

[Dr Strange]

I think this is great casting, i'm a big Hex fan and i think he is an ideal casting choice.

 

[Doctor Jones]

Always wanted to read the comics. I should soon though.

 

[cerealkiller182]

I was asking because--if you know the material, how fantastic would you say the material is..? Would it be a big budget project or a small budget would do..?

Theres been supernatural elements, but the basic stuff is definitely low budget

 

[[A]]

Theres been supernatural elements, but the basic stuff is definitely low budget

so it can afford to not be a blockbuster

 

[cerealkiller182]

so it can afford to not be a blockbuster

Im not entirely sure what you mean but maybe this will clear it up...

Its not Transformers. It wont be an astronomical budget. It should have practical effects along the lines of your average western (Open Range, Appaloosa). As far as "blockbuster" goes I cant say, but its easier to cut corners with the budget I think.