The Amazing Spider-Man The Official Marc Webb Thread

[night0205]

The same can be said about the people who bash Raimi's films, and just movies in general. They'll bash everything. I haven't seen 500 Days of Summer, so I really can't say whether he's a great choice or not.

I haven't bashed Spider-man 1 or 2 because they are well made movies. This was going to happen, Tobey MaGuire is old. Sam Raimi failed last time, and yes I don't really care about the excuses of the studio making him doing stuff. It was still his responsibility, and he failed. And I respect him for leaving, you should too.

 

[Spider-ManHero12]

I'd ask you to wait and see what happens (we need more info) before you start complaining, but I know that's not gonna happen.

I'll wait and see, but just don't think I'll be on this with open arms.

 

[MadVillainy]

Okay...to me this is bad news. Is this the best they could do...? So he directed 500 days, a small budget indie film. What makes him qualified to helm a 150+ million budget blockbuster? He has no action film in his record. This is just scary. Its okay to take a risk so new directors can show their talent but NOT when the stakes are this high.

Raimi directed the Evil Dead films. Which while good were low budget, same thing with Nolan with Batman, or even Faverau and Iron Man...especially Faverau with Iron Man

 

[Nathan]

If I see Hulk GOblin, I'll die.

That would probably the part where I'd say I'm officialy out. The only way I'd be able to tolerate it at all, is if he transforms into the classic Goblin we know, but still uses gear and tech. None of that super leaping and throwing fireballs.

 

[MrSpyder]

Wow already. They really are moving

 

[Solidus]

The same can be said about the people who bash Raimi's films, and just movies in general. They'll bash everything. I haven't seen 500 Days of Summer, so I really can't say whether he's a great choice or not.

You gotta let that go. Not everyone that is excited for this news hates Raimi's films. (well Spidey 3 was horrible) But I love the first two films, and I loved what Sam gave us. So did a lot of these people. Some did not but don't take it personally, you are because your not even giving this guy a chance. People did the same when Sam was first announced. People always find something. Hey at least we did not get McG, or Michael Bay doing this.

Now the rest of this is not just towards you.

500 Days of Summer was an excellent film. And I like how they are going smaller key, and not getting huge actors again. Because that costs usually half of the budget anymore. You can make great films (See District 9) for lower budgets. To me that actually will give Webb maybe some more freedom since not a lot of money will be riding on it in terms of budget.

People also freaking out about SFX. You do realize that most of the time now, they have so many SFX advisers and stuff like that, that you don't need some one who is 100% tech savy. And people forget that just because a person has not done SFX does not mean they don't know how, usually when one learns about film.....they learn about all aspects of it.

So to me I'm not going to be dumb, this may or may not be a good movie. But to me I'm always the optimistic one. And from what I've heard, I love the director, I like the writers work, I think this could be a great new foray into Peter's world.

 

[MadVillainy]

Why are people siding with SOny so much? I wouldn't be surrpised if they tried to make this series like a Twilight type of franchise. They want money.

oh please.
I have to say this. Ive noticed alot of members coming and saying "Uh, I dont like the reboot" but they move on joining the castiing, villain, etc. discussions. But all I see you do is be melodramatic and act like Sony is Satan.

Twilight Spidey...why? Because Parker is in HS? It's not like Spiderman was ever in high school in the comics or different TV series

And would you rather have someone take what Raimi built and direct it their own way like Schumachaer (sp.) or Ratner.

I understand some dont like reboot and yes it would have been cool to see Raimi back, but there are alot worse things that could happen

 

[Dark_Lord]

I'll wait and see, but just don't think I'll be on this with open arms.

I'm not saying you should be excited we're not getting another Raimi Spider-Man movie, because I know you liked those (as did I, although I didn't really like 3) and you don't have to get excited about a reboot. I'm just saying that you should be happy we're getting another Spider-Man movie.

Since things didn't work out with Sony and Raimi, it's nice to see that we're still getting a Spider-Man movie, even if it's not Spider-Man 4. Since 4 would be the last for Raimi and the cast and since they'd reboot after it, it's better, imo, that they're doing it now.

Anyway...This could suck, but it could also be awesome. We'll just have to wait and see. I'm excited, but I'm also kinda scared.

 

[Crook]

Raimi directed the Evil Dead films. Which while good were low budget, same thing with Nolan with Batman, or even Faverau and Iron Man...especially Faverau with Iron Man

I think that's a great example. The biggest thing Favreau had going for him was the passion he had for the character. That was practically it.

 

[Jennifer Walters]

Bryan Singer, Sam Raimi, Christopher Nolan, Jon Faverau were all indie directors before getting their major franchises. They all gave us great films (minus Raimi's Spidey 3).

 

[Solidus]

Raimi directed the Evil Dead films. Which while good were low budget, same thing with Nolan with Batman, or even Faverau and Iron Man...especially Faverau with Iron Man

Good call.

I did not think of this. He really had no SFX experience or big films like that. And he did great with Iron Man. That and all these bigger movies have SFX guru's on set all the time.

 

[Dark Helmet]

That would probably the part where I'd say I'm officialy out. The only way I'd be able to tolerate it at all, is if he transforms into the classic Goblin we know, but still uses gear and tech. None of that super leaping and throwing fireballs.

I am expecting a cast that only Twlight Fans & teens that watch the CW drama shows will like because Sony probably knows the die hards wont be behind them

 

[Raiden]

Never seen Webb's 500 Days of Summer, but I'm willing to give him some benefit of the doubt. However, if this movie is indeed on track to be released in 2012, Webb will need to deliver an exceptional movie because Raimi's Spider-man trilogy is still fresh on everyone's mind, and SM3 despite its disappointments still made alot of money. The chips are stacked against him from the get-go and I hope he will make a movie that defy the expectations.

 

[Tacit Ronin]

Okay...to me this is bad news. Is this the best they could do...? So he directed 500 days, a small budget indie film. What makes him qualified to helm a 150+ million budget blockbuster? He has no action film in his record. This is just scary. Its okay to take a risk so new directors can show their talent but NOT when the stakes are this high.

Memento had a smaller budget than Summer.

 

[craigdbfan]

Raimi directed the Evil Dead films. Which while good were low budget, same thing with Nolan with Batman, or even Faverau and Iron Man...especially Faverau with Iron Man

People also freaking out about SFX. You do realize that most of the time now, they have so many SFX advisers and stuff like that, that you don't need some one who is 100% tech savy. And people forget that just because a person has not done SFX does not mean they don't know how, usually when one learns about film.....they learn about all aspects of it.

So to me I'm not going to be dumb, this may or may not be a good movie. But to me I'm always the optimistic one. And from what I've heard, I love the director, I like the writers work, I think this could be a great new foray into Peter's world.

I think that's a great example. The biggest thing Favreau had going for him was the passion he had for the character. That was practically it.

Bryan Singer, Sam Raimi, Christopher Nolan, Jon Faverau were all indie directors before getting their major franchises. They all gave us great films (minus Raimi's Spidey 3).

Maybe, maybe not.

Faverau and Raimi while making smaller budget films before their respective SH films displayed the ability to use practical effects/CGI.

Not saying Webb won't but so many of the directors being brought up had an extensive background with practical effects especially Raimi.

 

[Nathan]

I am expecting a cast that only Twlight Fans & teens that watch the CW drama shows will like because Sony probably knows the die hards wont be behind them

*sigh* Enough of the Twilight talk. Can't that bandwagon derail already?

 

[MadVillainy]

I'm just surprised how many people are acting as immature as the ppl about this whole reboot thing

 

[Nathan]

*double post*

 

[MadVillainy]

I'm just surprised how many people are acting as immature as the ppl about this whole reboot thing

 

[Spider-ManHero12]

Since things didn't work out with Sony and Raimi, it's nice to see that we're still getting a Spider-Man movie, even if it's not Spider-Man 4. Since 4 would be the last for Raimi and the cast and since they'd reboot after it, it's better, imo, that they're doing it now.

You see, that's the thing. Me, and lots of other Raimi fans knew we were getting a reboot...afer 4 that is. Well, most likely. We wanted another go around, but we didn't get it. That's one of the things that pisses us Raimi fans off. Were a few months before filming. My excitement level was through the roof. Heck, I/us Raimi fans waited years for S-M4, and what happens? It gets cancelled. People just can't understand. I mean, for gods sake, we're not as dumb as some of you guys (you know who you are) think.

 

[BrollySupersj]

I'm just surprised how many people are acting as immature as the ppl about this whole reboot thing

I thought I'd be one of the Raimi fans having a moo cow over all this news. But surprisingly, I'm not...and I enjoyed the past 3 movies a lot. I have high hopes for the reboot, and look forward to what's coming.

 

[Project862006]

Good call.

I did not think of this. He really had no SFX experience or big films like that. And he did great with Iron Man. That and all these bigger movies have SFX guru's on set all the time.

umm Forget about Zathura

 

[Showtime]

He's the type of director who the studio needed at this time. A director that will work with the studio, accept change and apply it. He is more of a studio guy.

 

[MadVillainy]

I thought I'd be one of the Raimi fans having a moo cow over all this news. But surprisingly, I'm not...and I enjoyed the past 3 movies a lot. I have high hopes for the reboot, and look forward to what's coming.

This is similar with me. I enjoyed the first 2. DIdnt like the third, but was looking forward to see Raimi try and redeem himself with 4, but I accept the fact that hes not and am moving on

umm Forget about Zathura

Holy crap I didnt even know he directed that. I liked that movie

He's the type of director who the studio needed at this time. A director that will work with the studio, accept change and apply it. He is more of a studio guy.

How is he more of a studio guy when hes done one film and it was indie

 

[Dark_Lord]

You see, that's the thing. Me, and lots of other Raimi fans knew we were getting a reboot...afer 4 that is. Well, most likely. We wanted another go around, but we didn't get it. That's one of the things that pisses us Raimi fans off. Were a few months before filming. My excitement level was through the roof. Heck, I/us Raimi fans waited years for S-M4, and what happens? It gets cancelled. People just can't understand. I mean, for gods sake, we're not as dumb as some of you guys (you know who you are) think.

But would you really want another Spider-Man 3? I know you liked 3, but I mean another movie where Raimi would have been forced to use characters that he didn't want to use. Because that's where things were going and if that was the Spider-Man 4 we were going to get, then I'm gad Raimi left (or whatever happened) and we didn't get it.

Anyway...It's a little of topic, so I'll just leave it at that.