BvS Which Green Lantern should be used?

[Rorschach2012]

Jai Courtney can't act.

Idris Elba will always be my ideal John Stewart but it's not happening. Im down with the Rock playing Stewart but don't think that's going to happen either.

I think we'll be seeing Hal and Barry. Two unknown actors just like the casting of Cyborg.

Two more unknowns on the same level as Cyborg? No way!

Look at what the cast looks like right now... Affleck is the only name on there.. I'm thinking they'll get some more recognizable people to play Flash or GL.

 

[Beige Lantern]

As long as they're GOOD unknown actors, I'm perfectly fine with that.

And the next person to bring up Bradley Cooper gets a digital punch from me.

 

[Rorschach2012]

As long as they're GOOD unknown actors, I'm perfectly fine with that.

And the next person to bring up Bradley Cooper gets a digital punch from me.

He's suggested so much because he'd fit it so well. Same with Chris Pine. It's boring to see the same names suggested, but it doesn't mean they're wrong for the role. It might be repetitive though given their past work.

 

[Maze]

Aaron Paul for Hal Jordan.

Out of the box? Fit more Guy? Don't care, he's cool t: he could reinvent Gl from the Reynolds version

 

[Beige Lantern]

He's suggested so much because he'd fit it so well. Same with Chris Pine. It's boring to see the same names suggested, but it doesn't mean they're wrong for the role. It might be repetitive though given their past work.

My annoyance isn't at the frequency with which he is brought up. My annoyance is at the frequency with which he is brought up when I think he is a ****** *****ebag of an actor.

 

[Rorschach2012]

**** it, i love the idea of Idris Elba as Green Lantern so much. He'd be too perfect, and would add SO much to the lineup, not just in diversity, but in appearance, acting ability and gravitas.

I'm a massive Hal fan. But give John Stewart some of Hal's story elements and stick closely to the JL animated series interpretation, and that's basically a guaranteeing Green Lantern's mainstream success.

Idris Elba for Green Lantern

 

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Guy Gardner's place is in a Justice League International movie or as a supporting character in a Green Lantern Corps movie.

I also agree Elba would be absolutely perfect for John Stewart. If they have to use John Stewart, and Dwayne Johnson is Black Adam or Shazam, then it's gotta go to Idris Elba. He's such a great actor, that he'd make me okay with Hal not being involved. If they get Dwayne Johnson or Idris Elba, and the writing for the character is as quality as it was on Justice League TAS, then John Stewart will work well.

I'm getting used to the idea of John Stewart being the movie Green Lantern. The dynamic between John and Wally was pretty great on JL TAS. And the Shayera romance was actually really well done... i wouldn't mind seeing that in the movies..

Man JL TAS really was amazing. I get why people want John Stewart. Some of the best Green Lantern media EVER is from that show. In Blackest Night and Hearts and Minds are my favorite Green Lantern centric episodes. Both are amazing.

A criticism I have of the Justice League animated series was its handling of Sinestro. He was a recurring character on the show but there was zero ties between John and Sinestro on the show. Sinestro is one of DC's best villains, and they realllly dropped the ball with him on that show.

If John is used, he should have Hal's relationship with Sinestro. Sinestro would be a huge asset to the DC movie universe, and I'd rather not see him at all if his relationship with Green Lantern is similar to their relationship on Justice League TAS. I also think if John is used, he should receive the ring from Abin Sur instead of Hal.

The key to making any Green Lantern work is good writing and casting a good lead. It doesn't matter what people think of GL before JL comes out, same thing with Aquaman. Everyone thinks he's a joke, but then they cast Momoa, and all that's going to change. It's all about the actor and the writing. Green Lantern's movie damaged Green Lanterns in general, not just Hal. But that won't matter once the JL movie comes out.

I'm glad you're coming around on Stewart. Also, while I love Sinestro and do agree he's critical to the GL Corps overall story, he's not critical tot he Justice League story.

Also, I've mentioned this before but I think Stewart and Shayera's relationship in the JL/U series was one of the best things about the show; it was a consistent thread, a dynamic relationship throughout the show. Both characters go on their own personal journey's and also have their ups and downs together. It was quite a mature depiction of relationships for a cartoon. And outside of Lois & Clark, and MJ & Peter, it's one of the best superhero relationships we've seen.

I also recommend you rewatch the episode Comfort & Joy, that's a personal favorite of mine from the series. Finally, I just started re-reading the Green Lantern Corps New-52 run from the beginning and I'm again remembering how well John (and Guy) are depicted in it. You should definitely check it out if you haven't, or go back and re-read it if you haven't read it in awhile.

 

[regwec]

I can't stand Chris Pine, so him playing Hal would be somehow fitting.

That's one solo movie you couldn't pay me to see.

 

[Maze]

hahahahahaha So, no team up movie with Pine, for you also t:

 

[Maze]

ps: -Reread regwec post.

- realise that i said a stupid thing.

- hide in shame

Thirty seconds t:

 

[Lily Adler]

Elba is with Marvel?

 

[Beige Lantern]

Wait a minute... did you just suggest that, since we already have a black character, there is no need to include a 2nd one?

You need to go sit in the corner and think about that statement for a while.

Also, welcome to SHH.

 

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There is too much wrong with that idea. Elba is with Marvel. Rewriting JS with Hal's backstory is pointless. They are better off just doing Hal Jordan. We also already have Cyborg. So there isn't a reason to include John Stewart anymore.

Stop.

 

[LoganGambit87]

i can see them going for john stewart to make their JL even more diverse

so far we got a a Hawaiian

an Israeli

and 2 Caucasians

go get a black green lantern and we got quite a diverse group

 

[Beige Lantern]

Yeah. It's true. It's not like John Stewart brings anything to the table above Hal beyond diversity. Hal has a larger mythos around him and is the most iconic Green Lantern. He's also the one that DC is currently pushing as their main man. With the diversity mandate already met, there's nothing that John Stewart could potentially bring to the table that Hal Jordan could not.

We've already got our diversity.

Welcome to SHH, and nice knowing you.

 

[Lily Adler]

i can see them going for john stewart to make their JL even more diverse

so far we got a a Hawaiian

an Israeli

and 2 Caucasians

go get a black green lantern and we got quite a diverse group

Ray Fisher and the rumors of a Hispanic Flash and we got plenty diversity. If John is chosen, it will be due to his popularity with the GA.

 

[WitchTrialz]

Aaron Paul for Hal Jordan.

Out of the box? Fit more Guy? Don't care, he's cool t: he could reinvent Gl from the Reynolds version

Much like Reynolds, Arron Paul is a good actor. But they're both a special kind of good actor, they're good when they're in there element. But when you put these actors in a situation where they have to make a guy that generates big fists to punch goofy aliens serious, it just doesn't work. Reynolds was totally OUT of his element and so will Arron Paul. I can't see him being any one in the league, but I've been surprised before. I just think we're only throwing him up there because he's such an up and comer and breaking bad was great and we're so proud of him and whatever. I'd personally pick someone else.

 

[WitchTrialz]

Welcome to SHH, and nice knowing you.

Welcome yourself.....wait a minute you live in Roanoke, VA too ?!?

 

[Maze]

Much like Reynolds, Arron Paul is a good actor. But they're both a special kind of good actor, they're good when they're in there element. But when you put these actors in a situation where they have to make a guy that generates big fists to punch goofy aliens serious, it just doesn't work. Reynolds was totally OUT of his element and so will Arron Paul. I can't see him being any one in the league, but I've been surprised before. I just think we're only throwing him up there because he's such an up and comer and breaking bad was great and we're so proud of him and whatever. I'd personally pick someone else.

No, no i really see him being cocky hal

(and he is a better dramatic actor than Reynolds imo who was let down by the script and the direction. He could have great imo. )

 

[Beige Lantern]

I don't think there was really anything wrong with Reynolds. The problem was entirely in the script and the directing.

 

[Beige Lantern]

Welcome yourself.....wait a minute you live in Roanoke, VA too ?!?

Uh, yeah, Do you?

 

[Beige Lantern]

I'd say John has no real popularity with the GA. He's only recognizable to the fanbase of the cartoon series. Let's be real, that's a tiny group of comicbook nerds. Diversity is really the only reason they'd ever use John, but now there's no need for it.

Okay... I didn't think I would ever again have to explain the following to anyone again, but now that you're here and wish to stay - not just on SHH but any civilized group of human beings - let me break this down for you.

Seeking diversity is something you do continuously. You don't fill your quota then say "We're set! Let's go back to white dudes!" You certainly don't say "Man, we've got the perfect actor for John Stewart and what's looking like a great fit for this movie, but we already have one black guy so that won't fly." You seek diversity because it makes for a better cast and a fairer company, not out of some begrudging acquiescence to the PC crowd. You act like it would be a shame if we ended up with more minorities than the national average.

Your premise that John Stewart brings nothing to the table is challenged by the past two pages of this thread. If you have something specific they have said that you wish to counter, please offer it. Otherwise you're coming in here with blanket generic statement to make an arguably racist remark as your very first post.

 

[Maze]

Let's settle this: let's bring Vixen and call it a day.

That's diversity

 

[Rorschach2012]

I think there is enough diversity on the team already for Hal and Barry to be used without the team being too white. .

 

[Tanin]

Open casting:
If the best actor that shows up is white then Hal
If he is black then John.