The Official Superman Casting & Discussion Thread

[superhey]

I think THIS IS THE NEWS AND THAT'S WAZZUP!

 

[Tra-El]

I wouldn't put too much stock in their casting rumors.

Me neither. What's the point of a re-boot if they are going to cast the same guy from a movie that was hated, and is the reason why the re-boot took place to begin with or a Super Boy with a 10 year origin of Clark Kent which would force people that never watched Smallville to learn different continuity? This needs to be FRESH. Casting Routh or TW would leave a bad taste in the majority's mouth.

Worthington is an interesting name. I personally don't see a connection with his overall look.

 

[darkzombiemutt]

Me neither. What's the point of a re-boot if they are going to cast the same guy from a movie that was hated, and is the reason why the re-boot took place to begin with or a Super Boy with a 10 year origin of Clark Kent which would force people that never watched Smallville to learn different continuity? This needs to be FRESH. Casting Routh or TW would leave a bad taste in the majority's mouth.

Worthington is an interesting name. I personally don't see a connection with his overall look.

I'd Love to see Welling, I just highly doubt they know something. And Worthington is only qualified to star as a cardboard cut out, IMO

 

[superhey]

I wouldn't put too much stock in their casting rumors.

I think it is real, but not sure about Tom W. running for the role : http://www.calgaryherald.com/entert...hoot+Alberta+bound+sources/4173857/story.html

BRANDON ROUTH IS BACK AND THAT'S WAZZUP!

 

[Micah12345]

Worst. Shortlist. Ever.

 

[darkzombiemutt]

I think it is real, but not sure about Tom W. running for the role : http://www.calgaryherald.com/entert...hoot+Alberta+bound+sources/4173857/story.html

BRANDON ROUTH IS BACK AND THAT'S WAZZUP!

I don't think so, read the article, they are doing research on IMDB. They dont have an in.

 

[DorkyFresh]

HIS BRANDON ROUTH BACK?

READ THIS : http://www.calgaryherald.com/entert...hoot+Alberta+bound+sources/4173857/story.html

no mention of Joe Mang means their list of actors in the running is probably not that accurate...

 

[Tra-El]

I think it is real, but not sure about Tom W. running for the role : http://www.calgaryherald.com/entert...hoot+Alberta+bound+sources/4173857/story.html

BRANDON ROUTH IS BACK AND THAT'S WAZZUP!

Haha, dude, don't bet on it. If Routh gets the role, I'll cut off my right-nut. Simply not happening or else he would of been cast so, so, so long ago. They are looking for anyone BUT Routh. This will be a fresh new set of beginnings. Routh is no beginning.

 

[superhey]

I was surprise that the list was short but I think they put those actors because BR did Superman before...Tom plays CK, etc.

 

[GREEN =w= DAY]

so i hear this Joe Mangina guy from True Blood is the frontrunner

never heard of the guy, but from the pics i've seen he looks alright to play Superman

 

[Superark]

I'm curious where I said people shouldn't discuss Manganiello?

Referring to "Why are people suddenly supporting the guy?" and subsequent "Oh they're just bandwagon jumpers" remarks. Reeks of sour grapes because of certain (preferred by some) actors are out.

My point is obvious. Chill out until we know definitively. This ain't over until we have a press release saying so or "TOLDJA" scoops it.

I never said you did say people shouldn't discuss Joe. But when people start talking about the rumour of Joe maybe playing Superman from the link you posted, you start saying people are "******** their huggies" when no one was doing so. That comment from you I do not understand. All anyone was doing was talking about why they did or didn't like him for the role. Hardly anyone was getting all worked up about it. The "why are people suddenly supporting the guy" comment from Rust was after you even made your intitial comment.

I do agree that there might be some mighht be hating on Joe because it's not the actor they want, since that thing does happen with folks around here.

I'm not sure anyone needs to chill. I think everyone knows he has not definitely been chosen and at this point he's just a rumored name who might get the role. There's nothing wrong with the folks talking about why they would or wouldn't like Joe as Superman. That's all anyone has been doing.

 

[Strider14]

I wouldn't take that list seriously people.

They threw in a "rumored actor" bit at the end of a speculative article as to where the movie will be shot. Who knows where that rumored list came from. Sounds like the Calgary Herald needed some news. Sounds like a rumor list that was out last spring or summer. Routh is not going to be recast. Worthington? Not right at all for Superman. Too short and can't keep an American dialect if his life depended on it. His name was thrown out a long time ago.

 

[Tra-El]

I never said you did say people shouldn't discuss Joe. But when people start talking about the rumour of Joe maybe playing Superman from the link you posted, you start saying people are "******** their huggies" when no one was doing so. That comment from you I do not understand. All anyone was doing was talking about why they did or didn't like him for the role. Hardly anyone was getting all worked up about it. The "why are people suddenly supporting the guy" comment from Rust was after you even made your intitial comment.

I do agree that there might be some mighht be hating on Joe because it's not the actor they want, since that thing does happen with folks around here.

I'm not sure anyone needs to chill. I think everyone knows he has not definitely been chosen and at this point he's just a rumored name who might get the role. There's nothing wrong with the folks talking about why they would or wouldn't like Joe as Superman. That's all anyone has been doing.

Yeah, besides, Joe's name is pretty much the only name being brought up right now other than fan-rumor and it wasn't the first time he's been brought up. He was even interviewed recently and says he loves Nolan, Snyder and would be honored to play Supes and it's IN THEIR HANDS. Obviously they told him to hang by the phone.

 

[I Am The Knight]

Wow, some super-bickering in here. Can't wait for the official announcement so the s*** storm really begins.

 

[FilmNerdJamie]

I never said you did say people shouldn't discuss Joe. But when people start talking about the rumour of Joe maybe playing Superman from the link you posted, you start saying people are "******** their huggies" when no one was doing so. That comment from you I do not understand. All anyone was doing was talking about why they did or didn't like him for the role. Hardly anyone was getting all worked up about it. The "why are people suddenly supporting the guy" comment from Rust was after you even made your intitial comment.

I do agree that there might be some mighht be hating on Joe because it's not the actor they want, since that thing does happen with folks around here.

I'm not sure anyone needs to chill. I think everyone knows he has not definitely been chosen and at this point he's just a rumored name who might get the role. There's nothing wrong with the folks talking about why they would or wouldn't like Joe as Superman. That's all anyone has been doing.

You've seemingly had one issue or another with everything I've said this afternoon starting with what is essentially a "NU-UH!" response to my assessment that Manganiello looks like Byrne's Superman.

What I surmise is you just don't like this casting decision. Which again calls into question why I keep saying people need to chill out until we know for certain.

 

[Stephen K. Hone]

HIS BRANDON ROUTH BACK?

READ THIS : http://www.calgaryherald.com/entert...hoot+Alberta+bound+sources/4173857/story.html


The article says : «Actors rumoured to be in the running for the lead include Brandon Routh, Tom Welling and Sam Worthington.»

I wouldn't put much stock in that, it's probably just lazy Journalism. The reporter likely asked a friend who frequents superheroforums who the front runners are, and those were the names they reeled off. Come to think about it, weren't those three of about 6-7 names WB's is rumoured to be looking at, that were mentioned a couple of weeks ago??

Btw. If they did want Routh back, fine by me. With a new director (and Costume)decent story I think BR could deliver. "He can be a great Superman, He wishes to be. He only lacks a Director to show the way. For this reason above all, his capacity for good, Nolan has sent us Snyder his only Director"

The last bit can apply to Hammer and Joe M as well!

 

[Superark]

You've seemingly had one issue or another with everything I've said this afternoon starting with what is essentially a "NU-UH!" response to my assessment that Manganiello looks like Byrne's Superman.

What I surmise is you just don't like this casting decision. Which again calls into question why I keep saying people need to chill out until we know for certain.

Im not really taking any issue in regards to the Byrne comment, I just don't think he looks like Byrne's Superman at all, if you were going to compare him to any particular artists interpretation.

I have voiced my opinion about possibility of Joe playing Superman since it was brought up in the thread, that is all. He's not what I like for the role. If he were chosen I'd be disappointed, but would hope he'd proved me wrong and do a good job. Like any actor that is rumoured to be in the running and on a list WB is looking at, or someone that is simply suggested by a fan, there are those I like and don't like. They're all possibilties I just enjoy discussing as a Superman fan.

I don't think there is anything wrong with that, and like I said before, I think for the most part everyone is taking the Joe M. article for what is and having a healthy discussion about him. I don't see anyone getting worked up one way or the other.

 

[EliteF50]

If Sam Worthington gets the role, I refuse to watch this movie. I love Zack Snyder and Superman, but Sam Worthington is one of the worst actors EVER.

EVER!

 

[Puckenstein]

What are our resident "insiders" inside of, exactly? Because, from the looks of it, they don't know ****.

 

[Frodo]

Wow, some super-bickering in here. Can't wait for the official announcement so the s*** storm really begins.

At this point ,on a sadistic level, i'm kinda hoping it turns out to be someone out of left field like Jake G or Joseph Gordon Levitt , just to see the fan outcry.

 

[Strider14]

What are our resident "insiders" inside of, exactly? Because, from the looks of it, they don't know ****.

If you are expecting those that are privy to certain information to talk about who is up for the role, then you must not understand the importance of keeping a source and information provided quiet. What some will provide here is information that won't get the studio all worked up, like who is not going to be cast. That's about all you will get from insiders, because they value the sources they have and want to keep it that way. If they start leaking significant news on the internet, they can kiss getting any other future news goodbye.

 

[Lone]

They should give this guy an audition. His name is Braydon James. I took an acting class with him and we thought he would make a perfect Superman. He's an unknown actor but he's young (mid 20's I believe) Plus he's like 6'4 and can act.

No thanks, Braydon.

 

[Asgard]

Yeah, Braydon.

Your name sucks so you shouldnt play Superman.

Slap your parents immediately for trying to be hip.

 

[elgaz]

If Sam Worthington gets the role, I refuse to watch this movie. I love Zack Snyder and Superman, but Sam Worthington is one of the worst actors EVER.

EVER!

I wouldn't refuse to watch any movie simply because an actor I don't favour happens to be in it .....................there's much more to movies than just the lead actor. But I agree otherwise, there are many more people I'd rather see in the role than Sam Worthington.

Sam Worthington's name seems to crop up every time there's a high-profile movie needing a male lead in his 20s/30s ............ but I've yet to see any really standout work from the guy. He was 'ok' in Terminator, 'ok' in Avatar and 'ok' in Clash of The Titans. He didn't really showcase any broad range, or even appear that different film to film, and his accent kept dropping. Asides from all that, he's not big enough to play Superman at 5"10.

And Clint Eastwood used to play only western roles and Robin Williams and Jim Carey played only comedy roles. What a shame it would have been if they weren't cast in other type of roles to show their true ability and diversity on camera. Joe was a classically trained theater actor. Having taught television and film acting, I am of the opinion that Joe has much more potential than what typecasting going on here is giving him credit for. The Joker was a complete surprise role for Heath Ledger to get and I was excited about it, though most didn't see the fit. They are actors for a reason. Some have more potential than any of us could ever see. Some end up being a total disappointment. Joe has more charisma and talent than Routh has, so we are already ahead in that case if he were to get the role. I am not on the Joe "bandwagon" as some refer to it, but he is one I would have no problem with getting the role.

Very well put.

I've been a Joe supporter since day one, and to be honest I'm getting a bit sick and tired of some of the replies on here. Constructive criticism is fine, and if someone doesn't like his nose/build/whatever that's totally understandable - everyone has their own unique opinion on how Superman should look, though this obviously falls within the range which the role can allow - he needs to be a decent size, certain age, strong jawline and features, etc - just as he's always been drawn. But beyond that, everyone has their own particular features they'd like to see.

But to write him off simply because he plays 'thuggish roles' just displays a shameful narrow-mindedness. The same people need to get a dictionary out and look up what 'acting' means.

Joe's a big, well built guy. There aren't a lot of roles out there which will suit a broad shouldered 6"5 guy, believe it or not. So it's understandable when starting out that he played roles which required someone physically intimidating, just to get his foot in the door. Actors can't be too picky about what they're given when starting out. But as mentioned, the guy is a classically trained theater actor and has done a lot of more varied work since then.

And there's one role in particular - which we're discussing - which is perfect for someone with Joe's height, physique and look.

I doubt very much Joe will play a thuggish Superman. He will play Superman as Snyder writes him, which is hopefully commanding, powerful, but kind and compassionate. He has displayed some of those qualities already in his role as Alcide on TB, but he's had to restrict himself a fair bit as no matter how much of a good guy Alcide is, he's still a werewolf underneath - with a lot of aggression. He could lose that inherent aggression completely if playing Superman/Clark Kent.

 

[Violet Lantern]

Does Joe really have the chops for this part?