The Dark Knight The Penguin Confirmed? Ledger Not Done-Deal? - BOF

[Batty Belfry]

does't anyone think for a backup, if they can't get psh or whoevery else been mentioned, that jason alexander could pull off the role

he's got almost the perfect look and build for the role

Has he ever done a non-comedic role?

 

[Spider-Fan83]

Has he ever done a non-comedic role?

I don't think, so, but, it would be intersting to see him play a villain

 

[Batty Belfry]

I don't think, so, but, it would be intersting to see him play a villain

Yes it would be interesting!!!

I remember he used to do these McDonalds ads in the eighties....he had hair then.

 

[ReptileOrion]

Ledger is getting cold feet....lol. It appears the Bethany fans still have some hope. I wasn't thrilled about Ledger in the role so if he accepts "great" if not "oh well". I loved Hoffman's role in Mission Impossible 3 but if he has no interest in the role let him go. I think Bob Hoskins would be a great Penguin. He was great in Unleashed.

 

[StorminNorman]

does't anyone think for a backup, if they can't get psh or whoevery else been mentioned, that jason alexander could pull off the role

he's got almost the perfect look and build for the role

If he can play evil I would be all for that fast.

 

[Bat Brain]

Hoskins on Penguin rumours from February:
http://www.contactmusic.com/new/xmlfeed.nsf/mndwebpages/hoskins says no to batman_15_02_2006

 

[Spider-Fan83]

If he can play evil I would be all for that fast.

I never seen him play evil (so to say) but, he does kinda play dark, moody, and depressed pretty good

edit: Just remembered, he did play Boris Badenov lol (the villian in Rocky & Bullwinkle) does that count lol

 

[tamron]

Hoskins on Penguin rumours from February:
http://www.contactmusic.com/new/xmlfeed.nsf/mndwebpages/hoskins says no to batman_15_02_2006

It simply says that Hoskins said: "No, I'm not doing it." That was back in February. Maybe he wasn't contacted abot the role at that time. He could've simply meant he's not signed on. But that quote alone doesn't confirm that Hoskins wouldn't do it.

Jason Alexander as Penguin would be an interesting choice. I don't think I've ever seen him play it straight, but he's done stage work, so I'm sure he's capable. It'd be a left field choice, but one that could work very well.

 

[Dark Knight]

Bettany says that Ledger is THE JOKER!!!!!

wow! what a hilarious concidence!

 

[Dark Knight]

It simply says that Hoskins said: "No, I'm not doing it." That was back in February. Maybe he wasn't contacted abot the role at that time. He could've simply meant he's not signed on. But that quote alone doesn't confirm that Hoskins wouldn't do it.

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Exactly. He said no because at the time...he wasn't offered the role and he wasn't doing it at that particular time....things could change.

 

[StorminNorman]

Even Fred Flinstone wants Ledger it seems

 

[FaT_tONle]

Alexander??? Hell no... if Hoskins is out... it's Timothy Spall... unless Hoffman signs up

 

[kpjoon]

 

[StorminNorman]

Wow - that is fantastic

I get to play Paul Bettany of course.

 

[batmaluco]

Ha! Funny stuff.
Ledger Dammit!

 

[SHF]

I love how people think Bale could play any role, I mean he's perfect for Joker, Batman and Harvey/2-Face. Dont you just wish there were 3 of him out there!!

Bale would make a good Bond too but Batman is better!

Could anyone do any manips of Bale as Joker and Two-Face???

Bob Hoskins would rule as Penguin and as for Joker I just dont care who gets it anymore as long as they can act. I dont care what they look like cause Joker is all prosthetics anyway!

 

[raybia]

UPDATE

The Penguin Confirmed? Ledger Not Done-Deal?
Author: Jett
Monday, July 31, 2006 - 5:46 AM, 4:39 PM CENTRAL TIME: Here's the report from this weekend I received from a sourced calling himself "Industry Insider." I got this prior to the news I posted this morning from, as I said, probably my best source. "Industry Insider" confirmed to me who he was and how he knew this info, which of course I will not divuldge. But here's what he had to say which seems to jive with the info from earlier today:

“I'm not refuting the rumor he's been offered The Joker, but there is some information that is not circling around. First, Heath has made no confirmations of the offer...[nor] has anyone around him. Second, Heath has packed his production schedule for the next year. He's committed to some substantial roles…[and] he reality of him being able to fit BATMAN's production into his schedule are slim to none. This is not to say he may drop a commitment or two to play the coveted role….”

Here's the deal. The offer to Ledger was confirmed to me, and obviously at least two other respected sites (LATINO REVIEW -- who broke the story -- and IGN FILMFORCE). That's not the issue here; it's Whether or not he is or isn't going to take it. Our source told BOF on July 20th that the offer “...was made last night [7/19], and it will be a done deal” as I reported earlier. Obviously, he hasn't yet. Hang in there! This should come to fruition soon...

Maybe Ledger will end up taking the job, perhaps he already has. Maybe he'll turn it down and open the door for another actor. My take: if Heath doesn't want the part, move on. Even though I am able to get on board with Ledger as The Joker (due to my trust for Mr. Nolan), I still think there are other actors who are more appropriate for the part. You all know the guys I favor, so no need to rehash it again. But bottom line, let's get on with it...

 

[The Guard]

What's with the tunnel vision in terms of Penguin casting? There are more than three actors in the business who could play a wonderful Cobblepot.

Remember, before BATMAN BEGINS, WB/Nolan/whoever went hard after several rising stars for Ra's Al Ghul, or so we thought, and then ended up with Liam Neeson.

 

[The Fallen]

Hoffman for Oswald DAMNIT! I've implanted a small epolsive in your head Hoffman, you better sign or BOOM!

And you Ledger, shyte or get off the pot. If you don't want it say so, so we can all move on. You are more than welcome to come aboard the Bat-family, but if you don't want the bit than fine, just go, it's not a joke, stop smiling the party is over, get out.

 

[SHF]

They really did wanna throw us off by casting Wanatabe!!!

Shows WB cares SOMETIMES!

 

[fabman]

Go to LATINO REVIEW (more reliable than f'ing BOF)! They got fresh news

 

[kytrigger]

BOF just confirmed Haeth again and the title of the movie "The Dark KNight"...Says take it to the bank and it'll be in teh trades tomorrow.

 

[The Fallen]

It's now done a 180. Heath is now The Joker again!

 

[Excel]

Yeah Give It Upp For Heath!!woohoo!

 

[The Riddler]

honestly, i don't really wanna see the penguin.

ledger as joker is cool with me.