The Official SPACE GHOST Film Thread

["Iron Man"]

Thanks x.


A True Friend you are.

 

[eXperiment]

And so are you.

 

["Iron Man"]

Thanks bud.


Now that I've got the first SG movie planned out, I'll be working on some other stuff (like SG2 and SG3) but I'll still mainly focus on the first one.

Remember...it's only in Pre-Pre-Production right now. The only things known right now are the villain, characters, and story.

 

[KingOfDreams]

That mini was cool. I wouldn't mind seeing a serious Space Ghost live action flick.

 

[Peyton Westlake]

Was just reading thru your idea of making SG a live action film. It sounds like a good idea in theory. But from what I know about SG, and I admit it isn't much & only what I know from watching the cartoons made '66-'68 , he came across very goofy , kinda like an animated version of Batman from the 60's starring Adam West. So if everyone who is familiar with him ,in the way I am, sees this becoming a movie it might not be taken seriously. Opinion on this depiction is somewhat divided however, with most fans believing that it is an excellent reinterpetation of the character and others expressing the opinion that the series was redundant as they see Space Ghost as an inherently ridiculous concept best played for its comedic potential.

 

["Iron Man"]

Was just reading thru your idea of making SG a live action film. It sounds like a good idea in theory. But from what I know about SG, and I admit it isn't much & only what I know from watching the cartoons made '66-'68 , he came across very goofy , kinda like an animated version of Batman from the 60's starring Adam West. So if everyone who is familiar with him ,in the way I am, sees this becoming a movie it might not be taken seriously. Opinion on this depiction is somewhat divided however, with most fans believing that it is an excellent reinterpetation of the character and others expressing the opinion that the series was redundant as they see Space Ghost as an inherently ridiculous concept best played for its comedic potential.

I completely understand what you're saying PW....and I know that most people only see Space Ghost as a joke. But I think/hope most SG fans are going to appreciate what I'm making here. The film is a big action film (I can tell you that much) and it has a great story, yet it will still be able to connect with people of all ages. Mostly kids will love the "hero" part of it, but to be truthful, a LOT of people die in this film. The adults (or atleast older audience) will like that part, because it will be graphic, to a certain extent. You're not going to see heads rolling off and gallons of blood, but what you will see is enough. The story I wrote is basically everything that happens in the first two issues of the mini from 04/05. It involves Temple and the Eidolon Elite betraying Thaddeus Bach, who really hasn't done anything wrong, killing his pregnant wife, and then they abandon him on another freaking planet! It's a revenge story. (Now, I want you to know that the whole "abandoned on another planet" part needs a little more work, a little more background because the way I have it currently is a little dull and hard to believe.) When Thaddeus recovers and meets an alien friend named Salomon, he is given a powerful suit, and becomes the interplanetary peacekeeper known as Space Ghost. He imediately races back to Earth, and basically goes Terminator-like on the Eidolons. I mean he blasts these Eidolon folks away! This is the part that gets graphic, and it is sooooo good.^^That's all I can tell you, because the way it ends is a cliffhanger suprise. I have to go for now, but I'll tell you more later.

 

[Peyton Westlake]

I completely understand what you're saying PW....and I know that most people only see Space Ghost as a joke. But I think/hope most SG fans are going to appreciate what I'm making here. The film is a big action film (I can tell you that much) and it has a great story, yet it will still be able to connect with people of all ages. Mostly kids will love the "hero" part of it, but to be truthful, a LOT of people die in this film. The adults (or atleast older audience) will like that part, because it will be graphic, to a certain extent. You're not going to see heads rolling off and gallons of blood, but what you will see is enough. The story I wrote is basically everything that happens in the first two issues of the mini from 04/05. It involves Temple and the Eidolon Elite betraying Thaddeus Bach, who really hasn't done anything wrong, killing his pregnant wife, and then they abandon him on another freaking planet! It's a revenge story. (Now, I want you to know that the whole "abandoned on another planet" part needs a little more work, a little more background because the way I have it currently is a little dull and hard to believe.) When Thaddeus recovers and meets an alien friend named Salomon, he is given a powerful suit, and becomes the interplanetary peacekeeper known as Space Ghost. He imediately races back to Earth, and basically goes Terminator-like on the Eidolons. I mean he blasts these Eidolon folks away! This is the part that gets graphic, and it is sooooo good.^^That's all I can tell you, because the way it ends is a cliffhanger suprise. I have to go for now, but I'll tell you more later.

I do understand the slant you are taking on SG. A more hardcore approach, and I think with the right story , it would do really well. If made into a nationally released movie, I would think though some major money would have to be spent on advertising that shows your 'serious' direction so people like myself won't prejudge.

 

["Iron Man"]

I do understand the slant you are taking on SG. A more hardcore approach, and I think with the right story , it would do really well. If made into a nationally released movie, I would think though some major money would have to be spent on advertising that shows your 'serious' direction so people like myself won't prejudge.

Yes. It is definetly a more serious and hardcore approach than anything SG fans have seen before.

To answer your marketing comment, Yes and No.

SG: The Movie will be marketed just fine (I'll have the first teaser trailer out probably 9 or so months before release like SM3) but you're right, I'll really have to market A LOT to get people to see that this is NOT a comedy! It is an action drama. Once they see this film, they'll hopefully be begging for SG2 and SG3, because SG1 ends on a cliffhanger. A REALLY good cliffhanger...

 

[pifpaf]

bof

 

["Iron Man"]

I'm going to have to ask what "bof" means......?

 

["Iron Man"]

Guys, I think I have found my Thaddeus Bach/Space Ghost.

Here he is...

Jake Gyllenhaal is a terrific actor, one of my favorites. His performance in Donnie Darko sold me. I absolutely loved that performance and that film! Now I have not seen Brokeback Mountain but anyone who makes fun of him or Heath Ledger for the roles they played is no friend of mine. I'm sure his performance was fantastic. Jake would be PERFECT for the part of Space Ghost. He's got the looks, the right age (since he'll be about 34 or 35 when we actually start filming SG) and he's a GREAT actor.

Now I am not saying he will get the part, but he's my favorite choice right now.

 

[Peyton Westlake]

Is the theme gonna be a dark 'Tim Burton' mood ?

 

["Iron Man"]

Is the theme gonna be a dark 'Tim Burton' mood ?

I wouldn't say it's going to be 'Tim Burton' but it's definetly going to be dark.

SG1=Dark
SG2=Bout the same
SG3= EXTREMELY Dark (With all that happens in this one, I'm sure it will surpass 150 minutes.)

SG3 is definetly going to be the best film of the trilogy and the darkest, but I have to make the first two enjoyable for people to want to see the third.

SG1 ends on a cliffhanger, SG2 is a 2 hour movie about a space war (imagine a much longer version of ROTS's Battle Over Coruscant) and SG3 involves 2 villains, and A LOT of action.




So no, it's not 'Tim Burton' dark, but it is dark. (it progesses into extreme darkness through the trilogy)

Imagine "Spider-Man 3" dark mixed in with "Spider-Man" light, in a "Space Ghost" film.

It's mostly a dark film, but it has some lighter tones as well. (not many, but some)

 

["Iron Man"]

Hell fans and fellow SHH! hypers.


I just wanted to let you know that I'll be getting a new username tonight. I won' be using "Iron Man" anymore. My new name will probably be "CAH" so be on the lookout for me.

I will still continue to give "Space Ghost" updates as soon as possible (I'm still working on the complete story so I can write the script....I have the MAIN story, but I'm adding more each day) so be on the lookout for those too.

TTYL and Once Again Thanks for all of the SG support!

 

[Peyton Westlake]

I wouldn't say it's going to be 'Tim Burton' but it's definetly going to be dark.

SG1=Dark
SG2=Bout the same
SG3= EXTREMELY Dark (With all that happens in this one, I'm sure it will surpass 150 minutes.)

SG3 is definetly going to be the best film of the trilogy and the darkest, but I have to make the first two enjoyable for people to want to see the third.

SG1 ends on a cliffhanger, SG2 is a 2 hour movie about a space war (imagine a much longer version of ROTS's Battle Over Coruscant) and SG3 involves 2 villains, and A LOT of action.




So no, it's not 'Tim Burton' dark, but it is dark. (it progesses into extreme darkness through the trilogy)

Imagine "Spider-Man 3" dark mixed in with "Spider-Man" light, in a "Space Ghost" film.

It's mostly a dark film, but it has some lighter tones as well. (not many, but some)

Well , i think that dark noir style is a start.

 

["Iron Man"]

Well , i think that dark noir style is a start.

Thanks.

The thing is it has to be dark, no matter how I make/direct it, because it's a revenge story. That already puts it on the dark path. Which I like.

Space Ghost is basically a mix between Batman Begins and The Punisher with a man in a white suit and power bands.

The first film like I've said ends on a cliffhanger, and it sets up the story for SG2, which is an all out war. Aliens vs. SG. (I think I just gave away the villain(s) for number 2)

SG2 will end on a light note, with Thaddeus Bach/Space Ghost healing after everything that has happened. A happy time, where he's leaving hope.

SG3 will bring back a character from the first film, who is MEGA pissed off and he has a new friend, who I like to refer to as Space Ghost's Darth Vader. 2 villains, a helluva lot of action, and a great finale to the trilogy.

The trilogy becomes MUCH more dark in the third film, as this new "villain" in the third one has a close connection to Thaddeus. I can tell you right now you'll see about 3 or 4 battles in SG3, then the GIANT final battle, which leads into a very saddening/depressing scene, that ends the trilogy. So it all ends on a sad yet light note. (you'll eventually see what I mean)

 

[3dman27]

to review sg 'sfemale foe, the villaness who had an army of spiders WAS originally named spider woman this was before marvel created its spider woman character] a later episode renamed her black widow why not call the sg baddie queen spider to avoid confusion iron mam/cah?
also i never got to read the space ghost miniseries what was the origin of our power banded friend?

 

[CAH]

Hello fellow Hypers!

This is "Iron Man" (well, WAS "Iron Man") It's still me, but I got a new username so that I would be recognized if I ever make it big in Hollywood, just like Mark Steven Johnson (who posts as MSJ on these boards).

I just thought you all should know that it's me.


To answer your questions 3dman27, the origin of our power banded friend in the miniseries was simply this...Thaddeus Bach works for the Commandment (the locla police force) and is recruited by the Eidolon Elite (the better force you might say). When Thaddeus discoivers they are not what they seem (I forget what makes him think this...sorry) he is betrayed and abandoned yb them, and his pregnant wife is killed. He was abandoned on the planet of the Dead (but it will be The Ghost Planet in my film) and rescued by Salomon, a local alien who tells Thaddeus of his past. Salomon has a suit that Thaddeus takes to avenge his wife and unborn child's death.

^^^There you go...



BTW, I don't plan on using Spider-Woman/Black Widow/Queen Spider in the trilogy, but you just never know. (I've already planned out all 3 films, their villains, and storylines.)

 

[3dman27]

thanks C.A.H.btw may i ask what do the initals stand for ?

 

[CAH]

C.A.H. stands for my full name, which I'm putting as my custom user title ASAP.

I'm doing the same thing Mark Steven Johnson did. He posts as MSJ on these boards.

 

[3dman27]

bump

 

["Iron Man"]

ANYONE who has ANY questions about the SG feature film trilogy PLEASE PM me at my new name which is C.A.H. ok? Because I won't be on this name any longer after this week.

Just know that I am VERY busy now and I am not on the Hype! half as much as I used to be. So it may take up to 2 or 3 days for me to respond.

Thanks Everybody!

 

[Dwarf lord]

Meh, it could work....if done right...

I hate this... EVERYTHING can will work if done right. That's why it's done right. And even the best idea/pitch in the universe could be screwed up if not done right. I just really hate that term.

 

[CAH]

I hate this... EVERYTHING can will work if done right. That's why it's done right. And even the best idea/pitch in the universe could be screwed up if not done right. I just really hate that term.

I am going to have to agree.


I do not hate the fans/fangirls/fanboys of the Hype! or any other comic fan, but they REALLY need to stop worrying so much. Not only do these filmmakers know what they're doing, but the actors do as well. We all complain (myself included) but in the end we will turn out to love it.

For Example...Everyone thought Topher Grace was a horrible choice for Eddie Brock. And if you still do, go watch the Comic-Con '06 trailer for Spidey 3 and THEN tell me he's a bad choice.


So, give me and all the other directors a chance to make what you guys want to see. The SPACE GHOST films aren't going to be my first films when I get to Hollywood. I'm starting out like George Lucas or Christopher Nolan, going small to big. And believe me, I have PLENTY of ideas to get you guys to the movie theater.

 

[Peyton Westlake]

There are 2 things you have to be careful with when attempting a 'revenge flick' 1) is that you dont just re-hash the same old tired cliches. If its been done before it become boring in my opinion. Just changing the setting to SG's universe may not be enough. 2) The audience has to care & believe in SG exacting his revenge. If they dont 'take his side' it doesn't work either.