Why not a Deathstroke movie?

[Outside_85]

Yeah, why watch anything else thats not James Bond. Why like anything at all thats not James Bond. Who needs a new Batman movie when you have James Bond.

You were the one to suggest the James Bond-like theme of killing people, globe-trotting and romance (because that part has worked wonders for Slade so far).

[Cypher-Z]

You were the one to suggest the James Bond-like theme of killing people, globe-trotting and romance (because that part has worked wonders for Slade so far).

Not romance as in love. If you bothered reading two posts under taht one you woudlve known.

You ahve the weakest arguments man.

"Watch James Bond"
"His costume is ugly"
"Dude, hes just like the Punisher"
"Its just like James Bond"

Your only retorts are just "Its the same as this" . You must be absolutely tired of reading Superhero comics since its all just the same, people in costumes fighting crime.

[Outside_85]

Not romance as in love. If you bothered reading two posts under taht one you woudlve known.

You ahve the weakest arguments man.

"Watch James Bond"
"His costume is ugly"
"Dude, hes just like the Punisher"
"Its just like James Bond"

Your only retorts are just "Its the same as this" . You must be absolutely tired of reading Superhero comics since its all just the same, people in costumes fighting crime.

I haven't seen any particularly strong arguments from you or your buddies about why Deathstroke should have a movie and how it could be unique experience when all youve come up with is:

Rip-off A)
Rip-off B)
Rip-off C)
Rip-off A a little more
Put Deathstroke on the title.

But then again, perhaps thats asking for too much?

[Tobias March]

Wait you actually WANT him to rape someone onscreen? cause you know that's your points seem to be implying.

You appear to have reading comprehension issues so.

[The Master Meglomaniac]

We are talking about action movies here. Most are not pieces of fictional genius that require complicated stories and histories. That's why most are suggesting that Deathstroke is suitable for a low budget, high action, popcorn flick.

Then frankly I would rather see Deathstroke as a villain in a big budget Teen Titans movie, then be the protagonist in some action movie fodder. None of the ideas for a Deathstroke solo movie have seemed very appealing to me.

[darkseidpwns]

You appear to have reading comprehension issues so.

No,first you claimed that Slade shouldn't get a movie cause he's a rapist and that the whole Terra thing is a part of his history,then you say that he should be the villain of a Teen Titans movie where he is perverse and rapey and basically do everything that would make him a rapist?

So like I said,you are the one who considers it an integral part of his character so yeah you want it to happen

[Tobias March]

No,first you claimed that Slade shouldn't get a movie cause he's a rapist and that the whole Terra thing is a part of his history,then you say that he should be the villain of a Teen Titans movie where he is perverse and rapey and basically do everything that would make him a rapist?

So like I said,you are the one who considers it an integral part of his character so yeah you want it to happen

You really do not understand the point being made. Also - punctuation is your friend.

[AJBopp]

Oops forgot Moore,haven't read mean seasons cause I hate Loeb,Black ring is not a Superman story and the moment Superman got involved(which was only the last issue btw) the whole story went downhill.

I dont recall Simone having a run on Superman and the rest mediocre,it's like claiming Doug Moench and Brubakers run on Batman were memorable.

Doug's run on Batman was extraordinary

[beetle_booster]

So then what makes it a Deathstroke movie? In essence, who is the character? As Master Megalomaniac says, he makes for an interesting antagonist. Any attempt to make him a hero seems redundant. It's interesting to look at the promo for Kyle Higgins' first issue script, which takes inspiration from this very idea.

A metahuman mercenary who made a living taking out the toughest targets, Deathstroke was once a name that commanded fear and respect from opponents and clients alike. But as Slade Wilson slowly drifted away from the hunting and assassination missions that made him legendary, the name �Deathstroke� has lost some of its meaning.

My concern is any film that went down the same path would feel just like Red, but with costumes.

Like I said, everything about the character can be incorporated in the movie except for whatever concepts the movie producers think won't translate well into the movie. That makes it a Deathstroke movie. I mean, really now. What essence are you talking about?.. who cares about the comic book history of a movie character? Movie goers won't care. As long as the story is entertaining with cool visuals, they'll be fine with it. It just all boils down to the creativity of the movie team to make any movie interesting..

Ex: Deathstroke doesn't have to be a "hero" at all. Just because it's a movie about a protagonist who wears a costume doesn't mean that protagonist has to be a good guy. He can be a remorseless super-soldier bounty hunter who would do everything to see a contract through. He can be matched against meta-human foes who are way more powerful than him and against which he has to use his brains/photographic memory more than his physical powers (actually this is kind of what's going on with Justin Jordan's run).

This is just an example. Movie writers can, of course, be more creative. Deathstroke has a ton of concepts a movie team can mine for ideas.

Anyway, stories featuring anti-heroes can be a fun read. Brunner the Bounty Hunter and Malus Darkblade series of novels published by Warhammer are great.

[beetle_booster]

So then what makes it a Deathstroke movie? In essence, who is the character? As Master Megalomaniac says, he makes for an interesting antagonist. Any attempt to make him a hero seems redundant. It's interesting to look at the promo for Kyle Higgins' first issue script, which takes inspiration from this very idea.

A metahuman mercenary who made a living taking out the toughest targets, Deathstroke was once a name that commanded fear and respect from opponents and clients alike. But as Slade Wilson slowly drifted away from the hunting and assassination missions that made him legendary, the name �Deathstroke� has lost some of its meaning.

My concern is any film that went down the same path would feel just like Red, but with costumes.

Like I said, everything about the character can be incorporated in the movie except for whatever concepts the movie producers think won't translate well into the movie. That makes it a Deathstroke movie. I mean, really now. What essence are you talking about?.. who cares about the comic book history of a movie character? Movie goers won't care. As long as the story is entertaining with cool visuals, they'll be fine with it. It just all boils down to the creativity of the movie team to make any movie interesting..

Ex: Deathstroke doesn't have to be a "hero" at all. Just because it's a movie about a protagonist who wears a costume doesn't mean that protagonist has to be a good guy. He can be a remorseless super-soldier bounty hunter who would do everything to see a contract through. He can be matched against meta-human foes who are way more powerful than him and against which he has to use his brains/photographic memory more than his physical powers (actually this is kind of what's going on with Justin Jordans run).

This is just an example. Movie writers can, of course, be more creative. Deathstroke has a ton of concepts a movie team can mine for ideas.

Anyway, stories featuring anti-heroes can be a fun read. Brunner the Bounty Hunter and Malus Darkblade series of novels published by Warhammer are great.

[Tobias March]

Yes but that's the point that's been made by several folks in this thread. Why call it Deathstroke so? If it's just some bloke who goes around killing people for money - then it's just another movie about a guy who kills people for money.

The thread asks 'why not a Deathstroke movie?' So what would make it a 'Deathstroke' movie if it's not based on the comics and the storyline is a carbon copy of every other merc on the run storyline.

[Cypher-Z]

Yes but that's the point that's been made by several folks in this thread. Why call it Deathstroke so? If it's just some bloke who goes around killing people for money - then it's just another movie about a guy who kills people for money.

The thread asks 'why not a Deathstroke movie?' So what would make it a 'Deathstroke' movie if it's not based on the comics and the storyline is a carbon copy of every other merc on the run storyline.

Yeah thats right, you tell them. Just another bloke who kills people for money. Screw that.

Friggen screw superhero movies while were at it. Why should ANYONE ever make another superhero movie again, its just some bloke who goes around saving people in a costume.

Why even enjoy anything at all if the concept has been done once. From now on, from THIS day foward I will only watch the FIRST movie made in a certain genre and disregard all after, ever. They will be ruled as absolute and trash, and all the time.

[ascended]

Yes but that's the point that's been made by several folks in this thread. Why call it Deathstroke so? If it's just some bloke who goes around killing people for money - then it's just another movie about a guy who kills people for money.

The thread asks 'why not a Deathstroke movie?' So what would make it a 'Deathstroke' movie if it's not based on the comics and the storyline is a carbon copy of every other merc on the run storyline.

Its a good question really. What about Slade is unique and interesting enough to warrant a film?

There are a number of things, I think. First off, his powerset. Now, enhanced physical and mental abilities are far from unique, but they offer a unique way to showcase Slade and his perception of the world. How would a man who can utilize his entire brain all at once see and react to things? That's an interesting concept worth exploring.

His (a)moral code is something that could open up some fun doors as well. The anti-hero mercenary who lives in the morally gray isnt exactly a new idea, but still offers a new twist to things depending on how you play it out. That largely depends on the supporting cast and plot of course, seeing how he bounces off these other factors.

And of course, perhaps the biggest twist of all could be Slade's antagonists. What if the movie sets him up against the heroes? Now that would be unique. A traditional superhero movie told from the perspective of the bad guy. That would be worth watching, and worth making. And still be fairly low budget.

[Tobias March]

Its a good question really. What about Slade is unique and interesting enough to warrant a film?

There are a number of things, I think. First off, his powerset. Now, enhanced physical and mental abilities are far from unique, but they offer a unique way to showcase Slade and his perception of the world. How would a man who can utilize his entire brain all at once see and react to things? That's an interesting concept worth exploring.

His (a)moral code is something that could open up some fun doors as well. The anti-hero mercenary who lives in the morally gray isnt exactly a new idea, but still offers a new twist to things depending on how you play it out. That largely depends on the supporting cast and plot of course, seeing how he bounces off these other factors.

And of course, perhaps the biggest twist of all could be Slade's antagonists. What if the movie sets him up against the heroes? Now that would be unique. A traditional superhero movie told from the perspective of the bad guy. That would be worth watching, and worth making. And still be fairly low budget.

See at least you responded without being insulting :)

I am interested in your idea. The only problem I can see is a film with a violent comic book protagonist being rejected because of the pitiful box office of Dredd - which was tragic really, because it's a damn good film.