Would a Hawkman film work?

[Nightwing 52]

If the film and the character were done correctly, do any of you think that a franchise would be possible?

 

[Spike_x1]

I think there'd be a strong possibility that it wouldn't be taken seriously. If the costume were anything like the one in the comics, I don't think normal movie goers would be able to restrain themselves from laughing.

It would need some real serious changes to be adapted into a live action film IMO.

 

[Byrd Man]

if he looked like he did in Kingdom Come more like Hawk than Man

 

[Nightwing 52]

I think there'd be a strong possibility that it wouldn't be taken seriously. If the costume were anything like the one in the comics, I don't think normal movie goers would be able to restrain themselves from laughing.

It would need some real serious changes to be adapted into a live action film IMO.

Whoever it is that directs or writes the film, would really have to understand the character for what he's worth. Especially so people don't go to see the film, and compare his wings or flight to that of Angel from X-Men 3.

I don't think too many changes would be necessary, but some slight modifications to his suit wouldn't hurt that much. This suit is what I see it being based upon, but the mace shoudn't change at all. Same goes for the backround story, such as Carter Hall being an incarnation of an ancient Egyptian price as well as being an archeologist. Along with finding the "ninth metal" which allows him to fly in the first place.

In my opinion, Hawkman really is one of the few characters that could make it's way onto screens.

 

[Katsuro]

It would make a good movie, but I'm not too sure how the general public would feel about it.

 

[Nightwing 52]

Does anyone have any directors in mind who could possibly direct the film?

 

[jusblaze21]

I think it could be a great film if the studio cares enough to take it seriously and it has a good cast, writing team and director. But I don't know if he's popular enough for the general movies goers to care to see a movie about him.

 

[Spike_x1]

Whoever it is that directs or writes the film, would really have to understand the character for what he's worth. Especially so people don't go to see the film, and compare his wings or flight to that of Angel from X-Men 3.

I don't think too many changes would be necessary, but some slight modifications to his suit wouldn't hurt that much. This suit is what I see it being based upon, but the mace shoudn't change at all. Same goes for the backround story, such as Carter Hall being an incarnation of an ancient Egyptian price as well as being an archeologist. Along with finding the "ninth metal" which allows him to fly in the first place.

In my opinion, Hawkman really is one of the few characters that could make it's way onto screens.

I agree fullheartedly about his origin, the mace, etc.

But I really don't think the costume could be taken all that seriously. I mean, I could be wrong about that, and make-up artists & costume designers could very well blow me away, but I just can't picture Hawkman's costume making the transition to live action, and being taken seriously, without some real alterations.

 

[Steelsheen]

maybe if they'd go with the ancient egypt/ sci-fi approach (like Stargate the movie) it could very well work.

 

[Nightwing 52]

I agree fullheartedly about his origin, the mace, etc.

But I really don't think the costume could be taken all that seriously. I mean, I could be wrong about that, and make-up artists & costume designers could very well blow me away, but I just can't picture Hawkman's costume making the transition to live action, and being taken seriously, without some real alterations.

The helmet of the suit wouldn't need any heavy changes in my opinion. That should remain untouched. But I could probably see people making a mockery of the colors that represents his suit such as, the green or the red. Perhaps he could don a more armor looking suit, but with the original being kept in mind. The sketch I posted is a good example. I also think the emblem on his chest shouldn't change as well, considering every hero has their own sign.

Honestly, if taken seriously, the suit could work well on screen. But again, it's a question of who exactly is willing to take that direction. If not, the only thing I'd add to add to the more "Hawk looking" appearence, are some battle wrapped gloves. Which of course would look great whenever he has the mace in hand. Though I'd have no problem with just the bare arms. I could also see the colors being darkend just a bit, which is only an option.

 

[The Flash!]

The helmet of the suit wouldn't need any heavy changes in my opinion. That should remain untouched. But I could probably see people making a mockery of the colors that represents his suit such as, the green or the red. Perhaps he could don a more armor looking suit, but with the original being kept in mind. The sketch I posted is a good example. I also think the emblem on his chest shouldn't change as well, considering every hero has their own sign.

Honestly, if taken seriously, the suit could work well on screen. But again, it's a question of who exactly is willing to take that direction. If not, the only thing I'd add to add to the more "Hawk looking" appearence, are some battle wrapped gloves. Which of course would look great whenever he has the mace in hand. Though I'd have no problem with just the bare arms. I could also see the colors being darkend just a bit, which is only an option.

 

[ToddIsDead]

Considering that most people who read Hawkman monthly don't even understand all of his back story and history, for a film, they'd really have to stream line it all, because average Joe surely won't understand all of this Katar/Carter, reincarnation business. That aside, I supose it could be cool. I think Hawkman inclines himself for a R rated movie. He has always had a penchent for really sharp weapons and hacking his enemies to pieces.

 

[Nightwing 52]

I can see him supporting around a sword at some point in the film. But his basic weapon should always be his mace.

 

[ToddIsDead]

The mace is great. He can always cave in the head of some weird monster

 

[Nightwing 52]

I'd really like to see a lot of good fighting scenes with it. But he'd have to face someone that he could go head to head with.

 

[Isildur´s Heir]

Like all, Hawkman can be a very great movie, it all comes down to the vision and understanding of the character.
But, like many DC characters, because of the all "Crisis on Infinite Earths" and the "Infinite Crisis" and so on, really needs someone passionate about it, that really knows how to update it, how to take all the diferen versions and make something good out of all that mess.
Even in the comics, with all the changes that he went through, he still needs it, it still isn´t that good

 

[Speedball]

I can see it working. As long as Hawkgirl is in it.

 

[Nightwing 52]

I can see it working. As long as Hawkgirl is in it.

Hawkgirl should be saved for a sequel. However, I'd like to see her appear only as Shiera Saunders first, considering like Hawkman, is a reincarnation of a woman named Chay-Ara. She was prince Khufu's (Hawkman) consort in the Egyptian days.

 

[Xybalba69]

..and i thought i was the only one these days forgetting about Superman and thinking about more choices for my wish-list of comic book movies....

Shazam...
Green Lantern...
Hawkman...
Aquaman...

in that order...


the way to go with the Hawkman movie should be very much akin to the Stargate-The Mummy kind of movie effects...with the costume being like the one used currently...but a shiny metallic helmet and chest emblem...in reference to the Nth Metal...the one that gives him the powers to heal fast and fly...

 

[Nightwing 52]

the way to go with the Hawkman movie should be very much akin to the Stargate-The Mummy kind of movie effects...with the costume being like the one used currently...but a shiny metallic helmet and chest emblem...in reference to the Nth Metal...the one that gives him the powers to heal fast and fly...

The ninth metal really should be one of the main factors of the film. Considering it's that that Hall finds, which begins his entire crusade in the first place and inspires him to become Hawkman.

 

[GreenLantern1]

He should look like this.....

Not the red undies over the green tights. Whoever plays him need to to be ripped with lots of muscle. Like Conan with wings.

 

[dnno1]

Judge Dredd with wings.

 

[lucky1]

http://www.monitorduty.com/mdarchives/2005/08/everything_you.shtml

Heres a pretty cool site that details Hawkmans history

 

[Nightwing 52]

He should look like this.....

Not the red undies over the green tights. Whoever plays him need to to be ripped with lots of muscle. Like Conan with wings.

I can see this suit working out well. Let alone people making a mockery of it.

How many of you think he should carry around more then one weapon? I'd first like to see him battle with the mace, as his signature weapon. Then if bem for whatever occassion, work his way to more ancient weaponry.

 

[ToddIsDead]

I've always preferred Carter having his mace aswell as a few other weapons. Swords, daggers, axes, and stuff.