Official Green Lantern Casting and Discussion Thread

[Keyser Soze]

Except that movie Hal is in his 20's

Also anyone who sugests Nathan Fillion gets an instant :

Nathan Fillion is actually my pick for MARTIN Jordan, Hal's father.

 

[Lobo]

^That would be interesting, who'd fill out the rest of your cast?

 

[Keyser Soze]

^That would be interesting, who'd fill out the rest of your cast?

I dunno, to be honest. I did a cast list a while back, but I'd say it's outdated now. There are a few candidates I've considered for each role, but not really focused on putting together a complete, realistic casting-call. As much as I'd love to see Daniel Day-Lewis as Sinestro, something tells me its not on the cards.

 

[Lobo]

True. What do you think of the cast I just posted?

 

[cerealkiller182]

James Franco would be my preference of the "Gosling-esque" actors.

Agreed

 

[Lobo]

James Franco would be my preference of the "Gosling-esque" actors.

if we're going to go with an actor from a Marvel franchise, i'd prefer Chris Evans

 

[Double Down]

I'd like him more as Wally West than Hal Jordan, if they were going to use him.

 

[Keyser Soze]

True. What do you think of the cast I just posted?

It's a pretty good cast, but probably not the one I'd go for.

I can't comment on Jensen Ackles' abilities as an actor, as I have never watched Supernatural. However, from my therefore objective viewpoint, I don't think he's likely to get the role of Hal Jordan. GL is a risky property by superhero standards, or is at least presumed to be, since its a WB/DC film that isn't Batman or Superman. This isn't a case of the character selling the film before it's even cast. They'll be looking for someone they think can be a draw, or at least a credible lead, someone who's name above the title will drum up interest like Robert Downey Jr did for Iron Man. And I don't think a TV actor fits the bill for doing this, particularly not TV as culty as Supernatural.

I like Michelle Monaghan. Though I also suggested her for Catwoman elsewhere, earlier in this thread I suggested her for Carol Ferris. However, she is in her mid 30s now. While this is hardly old, if they're looking for a Hal in his late 20s, they might want a Carol who's the same age.

Paul Giamatti is a great choice for Hector Hammond. Some other actors have occurred to me for the role - and the script's decision to make him a man in his 30s could lead to some left-field casting here - but I would certainly be very happy if Giamatti ended up playing Hammond.

Gary Sinise for Sinestro? I don't know about that one. Sinise is a great actor, sure, but he's played a whole lot of heavies in his time. And more specifically, a whole lot of characters who begin as trusted friends of the hero before ultimately turning out to be bad guys. So that angle might be a bit played out for him. Plus, he's a bit too old now, I fear. I reluctantly ruled out Michael Wincott (AKA, Scary Voice Man, villain of The Crow) from my personal Sinestro shortlist for the same reasons.

I have no clue about who I'd cast as Tom Kalmaku, so your choice seems fair to me.

John Goodman as Kilowog I like. Though I'd prefer to see Goodman take on the role of The Kingpin in any Daredevil reboot down the line. Plus, my dream pick for Kilowog is surely Ray Winstone. "Oy, POOZAH!"

I think Ben Kingsley is too old for Abin Sur, and it's a rather insubstantial role for someone of his stature. I'd get someone who's around the same age as the actor they get to play Sinestro, so you can play them as peers and friends.

 

[Lobo]

Thanks for the reply

I never thought about Goodman as the Kingpin, but I really like that

My younger Carol would be Evangeline Lilly

 

[REDophile]

Now Gosling does bring credibility with a certain set of movie goers - the movie goers that probably are not going to see this movie anyway. Ryan Gosling's name and reputation means nothing to the overwelming majority of mainstream movie goers - neither does Affleck. That is why WB's insistence on getting these actors for this role is stupid. Now if Hal Jordon was a multi-layered character like Bale's Bruce, I could understand the insistence on it - but I read the script, its not.

But the issue with GL, as I've talked about before, is its not an instant blockbuster. A more accomplished actor cast as Hal Jordan would make more of a difference. GL is not an instantly recognizable character, therefore someone like Gosling would have more of an impact on its success. Robert Downey Jr. had that impact on Iron Man.

Christopher Reeve and Brandon Routh were relatively unknown before playing Superman, but the character is so iconic that it markets itself. Daniel Radcliffe wasn't a child prodigy, but that didn't matter so much because he was playing Harry Friggin' Potter. Although Bale works both ways, Batman has the same clout. Daniel Craig or whoever plays agent 007 isn't who will sell the movie, its the character of JAMES BOND.

Than again, sometimes it doesn't make a difference. 300 had no name-actors and wasn't a graphic novel with very much cultural recognition. Yet it was very successful as a movie. The special effects of GL might blow the cast away.

 

[Man of Tomorrow]

For the record, they aren't ONLY considering 20s-ish actors; because Caviezel is actually in the mix.

Not to mention the artwork was drawn with David Boreanaz in mind; even though he's not one of the actors in the running.


Jensen Ackles is definitely NOT one of the actors in the mix of Hal Jordan. They aren't interested in CW TV actors for this.

Whoever they get will have a pretty good film resume.

 

[Jordacar]

So WB produces shows for The CW, and they're not interested in any of the actors on that network?

 

[Man of Tomorrow]

Look at the type of cast they had for TDK. That's the kinda thing they're going for with GL.

 

[Jordacar]

Still, great actors come from lots of different places.

 

[Lobo]

For the record, they aren't ONLY considering 20s-ish actors; because Caviezel is actually in the mix.

Not to mention the artwork was drawn with David Boreanaz in mind; even though he's not one of the actors in the running.


Jensen Ackles is definitely NOT one of the actors in the mix of Hal Jordan. They aren't interested in CW TV actors for this.

Whoever they get will have a pretty good film resume.

No one ever said he was.

 

[I Am The Knight]

Look at the type of cast they had for TDK. That's the kinda thing they're going for with GL.

Well, they sure as hell don't need Oscar winners/nominees for this movie (neither did Iron Man) They are playing the credibility game.

 

[Lobo]

I could see Ryan Phillipe and Joseph Gordon Levitt as being the type they're looking for. They seem to be similar type choices to Gosling and Affleck.

 

[Dark Knight]

Jensen Ackles is definitely NOT one of the actors in the mix of Hal Jordan. They aren't interested in CW TV actors for this.

Whoever they get will have a pretty good film resume.

Music to my ears!

Caviezal would be a good choice.....I don't understand why they wouldn't look at Duhamel or Hartnett though.

I wouldn't be surprised if they look at Wahlberg even though I'm not a big fan of his. I would much rather see an actor like Ryan Phillipe get the role ahead of Wahlberg.

 

[Keyser Soze]

Well, they sure as hell don't need Oscar winners/nominees for this movie (neither did Iron Man) They are playing the credibility game.

It might not have "needed" them, but Iron Man sure as hell got them. Robert Downey Jr, Jeff Bridges, Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard. All respected actors and, to my knowledge, all either Oscar winners or Oscar nominees. In fact, it was the quality cast that got me interested in the Iron Man film, as I'd never found the character to be all that interesting.

I for one think it's good to know WB are looking for actors with a good film resume.

 

[Lobo]

I love Caviezel, and would support him, but i do think they'll go younger, I wouldn't be surprised to see him as either martin jordan or Carl Ferris though.

 

[Keyser Soze]

I love Caviezel, and would support him, but i do think they'll go younger, I wouldn't be surprised to see him as either martin jordan or Carl Ferris though.

Martin Jordan, maybe. But I'd say he's too young for Carl Ferris. Carl Ferris, after all, has to be the father of someone in their late 20s.

 

[Keyser Soze]

Music to my ears!

Caviezal would be a good choice.....I don't understand why they wouldn't look at Duhamel or Hartnett though.

I wouldn't be surprised if they look at Wahlberg even though I'm not a big fan of his. I would much rather see an actor like Ryan Phillipe get the role ahead of Wahlberg.

I like Wahlberg. He's a good actor with the misfortune of being in a lot of bad movies. Hence why I probably don't want him for Hal. It seems his name above the title of your film is fast becoming a CURSE~!

 

[Lobo]

Has nothing to do with this thread, but I like the idea of Ryan Phillipe as Barry Allen.

 

[I Am The Knight]

It might not have "needed" them, but Iron Man sure as hell got them. Robert Downey Jr, Jeff Bridges, Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard. All respected actors and, to my knowledge, all either Oscar winners or Oscar nominees. In fact, it was the quality cast that got me interested in the Iron Man film, as I'd never found the character to be all that interesting.

I for one think it's good to know WB are looking for actors with a good film resume.

I'll agree to that. Let's just hope the actors they pick are right for their roles.

 

[Dark Knight]

Has nothing to do with this thread, but I like the idea of Ryan Phillipe as Barry Allen.

Yeah, I think Phillipe would be a solid choice as Barry Allen as well...