On this episode of Collider Movie Talk (June 3rd, 2016) Dennis Tzeng, Kristian Harloff, John Rocha, Natasha Martinez discuss the following:
Back in April,The Flashmovie lost directorSeth Grahame-Smithover creative differences with no word on who Warner Bros. wanted to take over for the franchise. Now, thanks to a report from Deadline, DC and Warners have decidedonDopedirectorRick Famuyiwa, who is now in talks to take over the project that will still utilize Grahame-Smith’s script. Per Deadline’s report, Warner Bros is looking for the right “chemical mix” on its superhero picture line up and the feeling internally was that Famuyiwa provided a vision that would resonate with younger viewers, hinting that this will be a lighter film thanBatman v Superman. No word yet on whenThe Flashwill be going in front of cameras, but the film is scheduled to open on July 12, 2025 withEzra Millerstarring as the Scarlett Speedster.
Variety is reporting thatDivergentactorBill Skarsgardis the top choice to play Pennywise, the evil clown who terrifies the children of a small town in New Line Cinema’s adaptation of the classic novelIt. The movie has overcome a number of hurdles to get to this point, the first being the departure of original directorCary Fukunagawho left over creative differences. New Line later announced thatMamahelmerAndres Muschiettiwould be directing.Will Poulterwas also originally attached as Pennywise, but had to part ways due to scheduling conflicts. According to the Variety report, the studio was conflicted on whether or not to stick with a younger actor or cast an older actor likeHugo Weaving, who was also considered for the role, before deciding to go with Skarsgard. The studio is planning two films, one focused on the children, and a sequel following them into adulthood when they return to their hometown to face the monster again. The first movie is set to hit theatres on Sept. 8, 2017.
BUY OR SELL
Marvel Chief Creative OfficerJoe Quesadahas now indicated that Marvel Studios has the rights back for their first mutant, Namor The Sub-Mariner, a character whose film/TV rightsKevin Feigepreviously called “complicated.” Appearing on the Fat Man on Batman podcast,Kevin Smithasked Quesada about the rights issues with Namor being back with Marvel, Quesada replied that he can’t speak for the studios but as far as he knows, they do have the rights, though he played coy saying he cannot confirm or deny.
In a report from THR,Sicario 2is moving forward but without it’s main leadfrom the first film,Emily Blunt. The film will now be calledSoldado, the Spanish word for soldier, and will center onBenicio Del Toro’scharacter. Previous reports hadDenis Villenueve, who directed the first film, returning for the sequel based on a Taylor Sheridan script but that has now changed. Italian helmer Stefano Sollima is in final talks with Lionsgate to direct the sequel after Villeneuve’s schedule became too packed, given the film’s fall production schedule. James Brolin will also return as a CIA agent who plays both sides of the fence in the American war on drugs.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justicewas supposed to get fans pumped about the rest of the DC Extended Universe film slate but instead, got them worried. Warner Bros. is clearly aware of this, as evidenced by the steps they’ve taken to right the ship. But what about the other directors tasked with fleshing out this world?AquamandirectorJames Wanweighed in on theBatman v Supermanbacklash, seeming to be well aware of the divisive nature of BVS in the DCEU. During a chat with the Italian outlet, Bad Taste, Wan shared his thoughts on the negative buzz forBatman v Superman, saying he thinks it’s a world that is so difficult to control and the expectations of fans are just out of this world. He said the best thing he can do is just tell the best story you can.
After appearing in six movies — and being played by two different actors — theX-Menmovies might have another breakout character, with director and franchise head honchoBryan Singersuggesting that it might be time for Mystique to receive her own film. During an appearance on Empire’s podcast, Singer said that the character would make for an ideal stand-alone movie, no matter who plays her, saying he thinks Mystique’s right for a solo movie, with or without Jennifer Lawrence. The character has a different view of the world. Xavier can get into Cerebro and look at the world but he’d rather just teach classes and see the beauty of mutants and humans co-existing in his mansion in Westchester. Along comes Raven with a reality check on the state of the world. It opens up a lot of avenues.
BOX OFFICE PREDICTIONS
Now it’s time for Box Office Predictions brought to you by our friends at AMC Theatres. This is the part of the show where we make our predictions on what movies are opening this weekend and in what order they will top the weekend’s box office.
OPENING THIS WEEK
Me Before You -Young and quirky Louisa “Lou” Clark (Emilia Clarke) moves from one job to the next to help her family make ends meet. Her cheerful attitude is put to the test when she becomes a caregiver for Will Traynor (Sam Claflin), a wealthy young banker left paralyzed from an accident two years earlier.
Britny Rodriguez writes:
Hey Collider
Do you think that theAvatarsequels could flop the same way thatAlice Through the Looking Glassdid? They came out around the same time when 3D was new and cool and both made a ton of money. One of the biggest complaints about Alice is that they waited too long for a sequel and the 17Avatarsequels coming out are going to wrap up in almost 10 years. I know it’s a better movie than Alice is but re-watching it almost put me to sleep and I’m not sure I want to see another one let alone 4. Thanks for your time!
Tom writes:
Hi collider crew,
IfBatman v Superman’sextended cut is better received by critics and fans than the theatrical version was, should WB giveZack Snydermore leeway when it comes to editing hisJustice Leaguemovies? I love BvS, but it does seem to have executive fingerprints all over it, more so thanAge of Ultron… But maybe not as bad as the largestFantastic Four. Thanks and keep up the good work.
