Wonder Woman casting call

[kalorama]

Toby McGuire is most certainly seperatable from Peter Park spider man since I never liked him in the role and I'm certain most people didn't like him either.

Depends on who you mean by "most people." It is certain that most of the people who saw the first one liked him well enough to come back and see the next two, so clearly he wasn't as roundly reviled as you seem to think.


And Downey Jr was universally accepted as Stark as soon as he was announced. any and all suggestions were immediately for gotten as soon as they said his name.

Putting aside the fact that nothing is ever "universally accepted" there were certainly some naysayers when Downey was announced.

[Tish-the-Scorpion]

If they want that look they will probablly just cast some damn wrestler chic so they can save money on a stunt double also.if push comes to shove theres only on choice April Hunter.,....

[Wolf-Man]

Not sure if anyone's suggested her yet, but Sarah Lancaster seems pretty good.

http://www.wchstv.com/abc/whataboutbrian/sarahlancaster2.jpg

http://nbcchuck.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/dgg-01852634385.jpg

She's currently in Chuck and has done quite a few other things.

http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0484178/

[mildmannered77]

Okay, some food for thought: I never particularly cared for Kate Winslet. Came off too haughty, a bit too Plain Jane, I always thought. Then, I saw this shot of her on the cover of InStyle ...

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... and for some reason, I'm seeing the champion of Thymescria. Seriously, dye her hair black, throw a tiara on her head, and I think we've got ourselves Diana Prince. The more I think about it, the more I'm convinced she'd make a good WW. Wonder Woman needs to have a sense of regality, a stature of both strength and beauty. Miss Kate certainly has regal down, and she has the physique that could be molded by any half-decent trainer. And most importantly, she can ACT.
I know the film is in limbo, but am I the only one who's seein this? Seriously, share your thoughts, folks.

[marshal99]

Yeah , then have Leo DiCaprio as Steve Trevor , throw in Billy Zane as ares and you can have a titanic reunion. ;)

[Ontir]

If she wants it, I'm sure she can get it at this point. I think she's a bit old for the part just now, and while she's in good shape, she's also had a few children. Acting, no problem, physique?

[Wenatchee the Hatchet]

Curiously this doesn't seem as crazy as other suggestions I've seen and at least it's a change of pace from folks nominating Whedon alumna.

[T Hedge Coke]

Billy Zane = Veronica Cale. Tell me you can't see it.

[Andreas Tanis]

She isn't a bad actress so I'd be down for her as Wonder Woman.

[Whirlwind Dinamo]

With Joss Whedon at the helm

With junk like Dollhouse, Rosanne and Alien4, I'm already boycotting this

Whendon's Firefly was great but fans should actually be grateful Fox canceled it in its prime other wise it would have descended into a lame soap opera. Serenity IMO sucked, a highly over rated movie which caused the Firefly franchise to jump the shark.

[Damiean Dark]

Are you all forgetting Megan Gale that statuesqe australian hotty looks exactly like Wonder Woman she is tall, black hair, everything.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6KYh442DKA

I firmly think a relative unknown is the way to go on this just like Reeve all those years ago

The only (big) stumbling block is can she act? i think she has done a few tv shows but how can she handle WW the physical stuff i have no worrys about though.

[kalorama]

Okay, some food for thought: I never particularly cared for Kate Winslet. Came off too haughty, a bit too Plain Jane, I always thought. Then, I saw this shot of her on the cover of InStyle ...

50108

... and for some reason, I'm seeing the champion of Thymescria. Seriously, dye her hair black, throw a tiara on her head, and I think we've got ourselves Diana Prince. The more I think about it, the more I'm convinced she'd make a good WW. Wonder Woman needs to have a sense of regality, a stature of both strength and beauty. Miss Kate certainly has regal down, and she has the physique that could be molded by any half-decent trainer. And most importantly, she can ACT.
I know the film is in limbo, but am I the only one who's seein this? Seriously, share your thoughts, folks.

I had a similar thought a while ago. I think she'd be fantastic in the role, but I also don't think there's much chance that she'd do it.

[Jared]

If she wants it, I'm sure she can get it at this point. I think she's a bit old for the part just now, and while she's in good shape, she's also had a few children. Acting, no problem, physique?

I think she's only 33 or so. And her physique looked fine in Little Children. I'm sure she could do it, but it's unlikely she'd even be interested, unless she just wants to have fun and impress her kids. She did recently do romantic comedy opposite Jack Black, so it's not inconceivable that she'd appear in some more mainstream fare.

Though she'd be my favorite for Talia in Batman 3, Rachel Weiz could be an interesting choice. She's even got some action experience from The Mummy Returns.

[kalorama]

Though she'd be my favorite for Talia in Batman 3, Rachel Weiz could be an interesting choice. She's even got some action experience from The Mummy Returns.

I like Weisz but I don't see her as WW at all. She's wrong for it in just about every conceivable way.

[The Joker]

I'm still for Monica Dean. Just wish she would get more of a resume. Though from what I saw of her on LOST was good. She's definately my top choice.

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/541/xox0su7.jpg

[Jared]

The truth is, there's no shortage of actresses that could look good and right as Wonder Woman. The real trick is going to be finding somebody that can

A) Act. This isn't Sophie's Choice or anything, but it always helps to have someone who can do more than just read lines. In other words, no Jessica Albas.

B) Be credible as an action heroine. Yes, CG and stunt women and can make up for alot, but it's always better to have a star that can look believable doing as much of the leaping, running and fighting as possible.

C) Sell this character without veering too far into camp. Lynda Carter didn't have to worry about that, her show was camp and deliberately so. A big budget movie is another matter.

[kalorama]

C) Sell this character without veering too far into camp. Lynda Carter didn't have to worry about that, her show was camp and deliberately so.

Looking at some of the responses whenever this subject comes up, I'm not sure everyone gets that.

[hugh45]

Maybe this woman in this movie can play her.
http://www.hulu.com/watch/63282/confessions-of-a-superhero

[Andreas Tanis]

I'm still for Monica Dean. Just wish she would get more of a resume. Though from what I saw of her on LOST was good. She's definately my top choice.

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/541/xox0su7.jpg

Those are magnificent boobies.

[Legato]

I'm still for Monica Dean. Just wish she would get more of a resume. Though from what I saw of her on LOST was good. She's definately my top choice.

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/541/xox0su7.jpg

She kinda resembles Linda Carter in a way so I agree with this choice.

However since we already have the animated movie what is the point of a live action one since the animated one was partialy close to the comic.

[kalorama]

However since we already have the animated movie what is the point of a live action one since the animated one was partialy close to the comic.

For the studio, I'm pretty sure the point would be to make money. But then, that's always the point with the studio.

[Legato]

For the studio, I'm pretty sure the point would be to make money. But then, that's always the point with the studio.

Yeah but Im not exactly having faith on the live action version being adapted well. The studio probably feels the same way otherwise the movie would have gotten off the ground by now.

[kalorama]

Depends on how you define "well." The most likely reason it hasn't been made yet is because they haven't figured out a way to make it that would maximize the chances of it turning a profit.

[Legato]

Depends on how you define "well." The most likely reason it hasn't been made yet is because they haven't figured out a way to make it that would maximize the chances of it turning a profit.

I can understand whare they are coming from. You also have the fact that getting the right actress that can actually act the part and turn a profit at the same time.

Now when it comes to turning a profit Im pretty sure that they could be expecting The Dark Knight kind of numbers. Yet Im not sure if Wonder Woman could do that.

[kalorama]

I'm pretty sure no one who thinks a WW movie has any chance of making Dark Knight money is in position to green light a movie in Hollywood.

[Legato]

I'm pretty sure no one who thinks a WW movie has any chance of making Dark Knight money is in position to green light a movie in Hollywood.

I know I dont, yet Hollywood OTOH.

[kalorama]

If someone at WB thought WW had DK dollar potential, they'd already be filming the movie.

[The Joker]

Yeah but Im not exactly having faith on the live action version being adapted well. The studio probably feels the same way otherwise the movie would have gotten off the ground by now.
Well this IS WB we are talking about. Look how long it took for them to put together a Superman movie. Apparently Wonder Woman is experiencing the same thing.

[Legato]

Well this IS WB we are talking about. Look how long it took for them to put together a Superman movie. Apparently Wonder Woman is experiencing the same thing.

However, unlike Superman, we are in for a long wait till we get a live action adaption. One of the possible reasons WB is hesitant is that they dont want another Superman Returns disaster on their hands.

[The Joker]

However, unlike Superman, we are in for a long wait till we get a live action adaption. One of the possible reasons WB is hesitant is that they dont want another Superman Returns disaster on their hands.

And we were in a long wait for a Superman movie. As the whole developmental hell saga began in the early 1990's. We didnt get anything till 2006. I'm not exactly sure exactly when Wonder Woman was being eyed for the silver screen treatment, but I remember Sandra Bullock/Catherine Zeta Jones rumors during the late 1990's. And here we are ... 2009. With what? Nada. Zip. Unless you count the Whedon fiasco, which wasnt quite as criticized as the Abrams/Superman fiasco.

[Legato]

And we were in a long wait for a Superman movie. As the whole developmental hell saga began in the early 1990's. We didnt get anything till 2006. I'm not exactly sure exactly when Wonder Woman was being eyed for the silver screen treatment, but I remember Sandra Bullock/Catherine Zeta Jones rumors during the late 1990's. And here we are ... 2009. With what? Nada. Zip. Unless you count the Whedon fiasco, which wasnt quite as criticized as the Abrams/Superman fiasco.

And the live action Green Lantern movie is in deep development hell. Last time I heard any talk about it was back when Jack Black was rumored of starring in it. However it was due to Catwoman bombing that WB cancelled that idea.

[IamBATFAN]

outside of gimmick nominees who "look" the part like a Gina "Crush" Carano or a Kim Kardashian, IMO the most ready for the role is Evangeline Lilly.
As seen on Lost she has displayed a wide acting range from kick@$$ to vulnerable, from take charge to motherly. She isnt built like a bodybuilder, isnt 6' 160lbs of pure muscle but she does have a fit athletic body that could fit the WW bustier nicely (though i doubt the actual WW outfit as is would be used)

She's at the right age where she could carry the franchise for a decade without a problem. She's not a mega star yet so signing her wouldnt put a damper on the overall movie budget (perhaps used to bring in a better known co-star to help carry the movie) but she's a big enough star that can be marketable to most of the globe.
Megan Fox became an overnight hot commodity with little to no effort on Transformers and Lilly is infinitely a better actress, but as we all know success is more than just having good actors so it would take a good script, solid direction and some crazy fighting sequences a la (not quite as crazy but equal to) the Matrix.

[West Mantooth]

I can understand whare they are coming from. You also have the fact that getting the right actress that can actually act the part and turn a profit at the same time.

Now when it comes to turning a profit Im pretty sure that they could be expecting The Dark Knight kind of numbers. Yet Im not sure if Wonder Woman could do that.


Let's not forget the DK was built on the good foundation of BB. But the WB was actually disappointed in BB's 206 million dollar total and almost didn't fully greenlight the sequel until the DVD did so well.

Wonder Woman is a female action flick which aren't totally without success stories but not at the usual 150 million dollar pricetag superhero movies come with nowadays. If they could do it for 80 million, they would have greenlit something by now.

[comicaze]

WW carries with it the same problem every movie does (script, casting, marketability, etc.) plus the problems WW has always had. She's one of the Trinity, but the most memorable thing about her is still the Lynda Carter series. Comics-wise, she's never been a blockbuster...she's just the go-to "girl" because she's so well-known.

[hugh45]

Just watching Dollhouse now.What about Miracle Laurie ?
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm2829954/

[Treqqor]

And the live action Green Lantern movie is in deep development hell. Last time I heard any talk about it was back when Jack Black was rumored of starring in it. However it was due to Catwoman bombing that WB cancelled that idea.

Correct me if I'm wrong and not understanding correctly, but haven't there been hundreds of interviews of late about the Green Lantern movie? Like, the script being done (Marc Guggenheim penned), casting under way (Chris Pine rumoured) and a start date of September in an already scouted area of Australia for filming?

[vonni vice vivace]

Beyonce wants to be Wonder Woman. (http://thesuperficial.com/2008/11/beyonce_wants_to_play_wonder_w.php) But I won't let her. If she gets within three feet of WB studios, I will curbstomp her.

http://www.thehollywoodnews.com/artman2/uploads/1/eva-green.jpg

My personal pick for Wonder Woman, though, is...Hmm...I've never seen her acting, but a lot of people want Eva Green for Catwoman, if she doesn't make Selina then I'd love her to be at least a model portraying Diana.

Hey! Two moon goddesses, haha!

I can't think of anyone else at the moment.

[The Joker]

And the live action Green Lantern movie is in deep development hell. Last time I heard any talk about it was back when Jack Black was rumored of starring in it. However it was due to Catwoman bombing that WB cancelled that idea.
Yeah, like I said previously ... this is WB we are talking about. Anything featuring a long running superhero introduced during the Golden Age seems to automatically go in developmental hell. While Marvel is just the opposite.

And no. Just no to Beyonce. Damn, I remember the rumors of her playing Lois Lane back in 2003/2004, and that was certainly a dreadful thought. Wonder Woman? That's even worse!

[Titan76]

Beyonce wants to be Wonder Woman. (http://thesuperficial.com/2008/11/beyonce_wants_to_play_wonder_w.php) But I won't let her. If she gets within three feet of WB studios, I will curbstomp her.

http://www.thehollywoodnews.com/artman2/uploads/1/eva-green.jpg

My personal pick for Wonder Woman, though, is...Hmm...I've never seen her acting, but a lot of people want Eva Green for Catwoman, if she doesn't make Selina then I'd love her to be at least a model portraying Diana.

Hey! Two moon goddesses, haha!

I can't think of anyone else at the moment.
Eva Green's most well know movies have been Kingdom of Heaven, The Golden Compass, and The James Bond movie Casino Royale. I would avoid the first two because her screen time is very limited and they both suck, however I do recommend Casino Royale, as it is a very good movie and she was also great in it.

I would love to see Eva Green as Catwoman as she has been my first choice for a while now, however as for her playing Wonder Woman, nope. Good actor but I can't see her doing battle scenes and having a commanding focus that Wonder Woman should have imo.


One more thing, if you really "like" Eva Green then rent, no google her name and the movie name "The Dreamers" and thank me later.:wink:

[Samanthab]

I heard Kim Kardashian is auditioning LOL

[vonni vice vivace]

Eva Green's most well know movies have been Kingdom of Heaven, The Golden Compass, and The James Bond movie Casino Royale. I would avoid the first two because her screen time is very limited and they both suck, however I do recommend Casino Royale, as it is a very good movie and she was also great in it.

I would love to see Eva Green as Catwoman as she has been my first choice for a while now, however as for her playing Wonder Woman, nope. Good actor but I can't see her doing battle scenes and having a commanding focus that Wonder Woman should have imo.


One more thing, if you really "like" Eva Green then rent, no google her name and the movie name "The Dreamers" and thank me later.:wink:
I'll definitely check out her films as soon as possible. But now I'm wondering who would make a great Wonder Woman...


I heard Kim Kardashian is auditioning LOL

NO.

[Jared]

He should have mentioned, Do Not do that Eva Green search while you're at work.

She still looks great, and doesn't look her age at all, but alas, Monica Belluci's time for a role like WW is probably past. She would have been perfect ten years ago. Absolutely perfect.

[The Joker]

He should have mentioned, Do Not do that Eva Green search while you're at work.

She still looks great, and doesn't look her age at all, but alas, Monica Belluci's time for a role like WW is probably past. She would have been perfect ten years ago. Absolutely perfect.
10 years ago ... I would have been perfectly happy with Monica Bellucci ... OR Jennifer Connelly. Though I would be more inclined to go with the latter.

[MarvelKnight]

She is no actor, as far as I know. Though, a woman like Monique Minton would fit the physical profile of Wonder Woman.

[pitbull in a skirt]

I heard Kim Kardashian is auditioning LOL

If that's true...I wonder, why audition for a part you know you're not going to get? :confused:

[Adrian Tullberg]

If that's true...I wonder, why audition for a part you know you're not going to get? :confused:

It's not whether you win or lose the part, it's getting your name in the headlines yet again ...

[Ninth Hispana]

...a lot depends on what time period you set the WW Movie, in my opinion. It's the costume, 1930s/40s....WW meets WW2 . The costume, as it stands suits that era...Now if they change that.....that's a whole new ball-game.In relation to to who plays the part I would like to see Megan Gales screen test..:smile: