Homecoming Marvel & Sony's Spider-Man (2017) General Discussion - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Part 53

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[Daedalus]

I'd rather a good actor with an okay look vs. an okay actor with a good look, hence why Holland is my pick.

Even if my (extremely positive) impressions of Rowe`s talents weren`t valid - and I`ll not go through them again for the sake of brevity -, it`s quite harsh to say that Rowe is a bad actor. You yourself said in the past that if an actor has reached the final stage of casting from a pool of 1500 names, he must have given very good auditions. That`s not to mention the really encouraging reviews from London`s merciless theatre critics, and being chosen to lead a project by David Fincher himself.

It`s okay to say he doesn`t represent your preferred version of Peter Parker, or that he doesn`t seem charismatic or likable enough to you. You have every right to dislike whoever is on the final shortlist. But it is extremely unlikely that he would be a mediocre actor.

 

[Webhead2006]

Mam down another thread. Will it drop officially here. Or are we going to go through about 4 more threads before monday.

 

[John Locke]

If Rowe's acting and comedic abilities were good enough for David Fincher their good enough for me.

 

[PeterBenParker]

Even if my impressions of Rowe`s talents weren`t valid - and I`ll not go through them again for the sake of brevity -, it`s quite difficult to say that Rowe is a bad actor. You yourself said in the past that if an actor has reached the final stage of casting from a pool of 1500 names, he must have given very good auditions. That`s not to mention the really encouraging reviews from London`s very harsh theatre critics, and being chosen to lead a project by David Fincher.

It`s okay to say he doesn`t represent your preferred version of Peter Parker, or that he doesn`t seem charismatic or likable enough to you. You have every right to dislike whoever is on the final shortlist. But it is extremely unlikely that he would be a mediocre actor.

And this goes for Holland and Butterfield too, of course.

From the things I've seen Rowe in, I'm not much of a fan as I once was (When I based him solely off of his looks). I don't think he's bad; I think he's okay, but I'm not sure I'd want 'okay' for Spider-Man.

Now, if by any chance he did improve (and getting picked by Fincher is no easy task), then fine -- but as it stands, I prefer Holland for that reason alone.

And yes, you're right -- I have said that and I stand by that because this is Spider-Man we're talking about here, so naturally the powers at be aren't wanting mediocrity. If that was the case, we'd probably see someone like Riggs get the role or something along those lines.

I'm not trying to come across like I'm dismissing him (Rowe) completely, but I haven't really been wow'd by anything yet by him.

 

[Web-Head]

I said it in the last thread that Rowe wouldn't have gotten this far if he wasn't a pretty good actor. Red Band Society got cancelled after 1 season, so judging him off of that could be bad since it might not have been his fault.

 

[Chip Chipperson]

He was definitely a bright spot in RBS

 

[Webhead2006]

Definitely like to see reasons why the one is picked over the other in time.

 

[SyntaxError]

Even if my (extremely positive) impressions of Rowe`s talents weren`t valid - and I`ll not go through them again for the sake of brevity -, it`s quite harsh to say that Rowe is a bad actor. You yourself said in the past that if an actor has reached the final stage of casting from a pool of 1500 names, he must have given very good auditions. That`s not to mention the really encouraging reviews from London`s merciless theatre critics, and being chosen to lead a project by David Fincher himself.

It`s okay to say he doesn`t represent your preferred version of Peter Parker, or that he doesn`t seem charismatic or likable enough to you. You have every right to dislike whoever is on the final shortlist. But it is extremely unlikely that he would be a mediocre actor.

This is the best post I've read on here.

Don't understand people slating Rowe's acting at all. I think he's great.

Also, we have to remember that a good actor =/= a good PP/Spidey. The actor needs to fit the needs of the character. Rowe has done both comedy and drama in the past too great effect, whilst Holland has never done a comedy. We say Asa is grim and dramatic in his acting range, but everything we've seen about Holland indicates the same conclusion!

 

[Dark Raven]

If Rowe has more experience in comedy then he should get the role.

 

[Talion]

Spider-Man isn't just about comedy and drama. I think Tom can pull it off comedy, and I don't think Rowe or anyone else in the shortlists can pull off Tom Holland stunts. Yes he'll have a stuntman, but there are always some scenes when the actual actor is needed. Not a problem with Tom Holland as Spider-Man.

 

[Chip Chipperson]

We have the best of the best with the final 2, I couldn't be more thrilled. Both are extremely capable of owning this role.

 

[Webhead2006]

Ya either will likely be good ones. So again I am happy they are the potential last ones.

 

[C Prometheus]

Spider-Man isn't just about comedy and drama. I think Tom can pull it off comedy, and I don't think Rowe or anyone else in the shortlists can pull off Tom Holland stunts. Yes he'll have a stuntman, but there are always some scenes when the actual actor is needed. Not a problem with Tom Holland as Spider-Man.

I think only bringing up his skills as a gymnast in regards to stunts is actually selling Tom a bit short here; he's also had to do singing and dancing, I believe, for Billy Elliot.

When it comes to playing Spidey, you really need to convey a lot through just your body language and/or the various inflections and nuances of your voice, because your face is completely covered up. Based on his comments on how he handled various scenes in The Impossible, it seems Tom already has a great understanding and appreciation for the sort of acting that would require.

 

[SyntaxError]

Spider-Man isn't just about comedy and drama. I think Tom can pull it off comedy, and I don't think Rowe or anyone else in the shortlists can pull off Tom Holland stunts. Yes he'll have a stuntman, but there are always some scenes when the actual actor is needed. Not a problem with Tom Holland as Spider-Man.

I think a more suitable actor os more important than being able to do a few stunts. As you said before, this is a time in which we have stuntmen to do the actual stunts. If Scarlett Johansson can kick ass and ride a motorbike whilst pregnant in AOU, I don't think stunt ability has much bearing in a decision.

 

[Dark Raven]

We have the best of the best with the final 2, I couldn't be more thrilled. Both are extremely capable of owning this role.

What if it turns out that the two finalists are actually Lewis and Lintz?

 

[Repulsor Blast]

Even if my (extremely positive) impressions of Rowe`s talents weren`t valid - and I`ll not go through them again for the sake of brevity -, it`s quite harsh to say that Rowe is a bad actor. You yourself said in the past that if an actor has reached the final stage of casting from a pool of 1500 names, he must have given very good auditions. That`s not to mention the really encouraging reviews from London`s merciless theatre critics, and being chosen to lead a project by David Fincher himself.

It`s okay to say he doesn`t represent your preferred version of Peter Parker, or that he doesn`t seem charismatic or likable enough to you. You have every right to dislike whoever is on the final shortlist. But it is extremely unlikely that he would be a mediocre actor.

very good post this.

 

[Webhead2006]

I keep saying that with tom back ground and already solid looks and body ofnwork. And coming from comedy wothbhisbdad. He already has a lot of plus marks. That keep making me like him more and more. He seems to be the ideal one to hit the stuff we need on peter side along with what Kevin wants out of spidey side.

 

[Chip Chipperson]

What if it turns out that the two finalists are actually Lewis and Lintz?

Then I guess I'll just have to wait until Civil War to be convinced. But Kroll is pretty reliable so I don't think we'll have to worry about that.

 

[Talion]

I think only bringing up his skills as a gymnast in regards to stunts is actually selling Tom a bit short here; he's also had to do singing and dancing, I believe, for Billy Elliot.

When it comes to playing Spidey, you really need to convey a lot through just your body language and/or the various inflections and nuances of your voice, because your face is completely covered up. Based on his comments on how he handled various scenes in The Impossible, it seems Tom already has a great understanding and appreciation for the sort of acting that would require.

Prometheus made the case for Tom Holland better than I ever could. I honestly think he is the best choice among all the actors that went through this shortlist. Looking forward for the official announcement so we get to see who gets to be Spider-Man.

 

[X Knight]

What if it turns out that the two finalists are actually Lewis and Lintz?

then the foundations wouldn't just shake, they'd crumble!

 

[X Knight]

I think either Tom or Rowe can pull off the role of Bruce Wayne. Who, after being trained by Head of Ninja Group and finding a secret under his villa, transforms into a different person - SPIDERMAN!

As SPIDERMAN, he will journey to the corrupt city of Gete where he will stroke all criminal activity. Including taking on Tougon the Mafia Chief and Jackdaw the abnormal drug trafficker.

Yes. Tom or Rowe would be capable of such a role. either one could embody Bruce Waye aka SPIDERMAN!!

 

[Dark Raven]

Lintz and Lewis could be the new Leopold and Loeb.

 

[Johnny-Oh]

So when do you think we will get the announcement now that its only Tom and Charlie left?