Thanks for the update. Though "snarky", isn't Banner still frail and weak
looking?
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From: "B Smith" <daikaij...@yahoo.com>
To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 13, 2010 12:41:55 PM
Subject: [scifinoir2] Re: Marvel Dumps Norton as Banner for "Avengers" Flick
Bruce Banner hasn't been the puny Banner stereotype for a long time. Banner is
a bit of a snarky so and so and that could lead to some nice exchanges with
Downey and Jackson. Norton played him just right but unfortunately he was such
a pain to work with he was dropped.
Michael Cera is way too young. Jason Bateman on the other hand could be
awesome.
--- In scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com , Keith Johnson <keithbjohn...@...> wrote:
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> I wonder if Cera might not be a bit too young? I don't follow Hulk. What's up
> with Banner's behaviour?
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> From: "Martin Baxter" <martinbaxt...@...>
> To: scifinoir2@yahoogroups.com
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> Subject: Re: [scifinoir2] Marvel Dumps Norton as Banner for "Avengers" Flick
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> Keith, if they want "flavor-of-the-week", Michael Cera would be a great fit
> for Banner as well. And the character would have to be written, IMO, the way
> he's been done post-World War Hulk, after Banner and the Hulk were separated,
> and Banner became a truly scary bastich who played mind games with everyone
> around him.
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> On Mon, Jul 12, 2010 at 6:05 PM, Keith Johnson < keithbjohn...@... > wrote:
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> They need to quit worrying about "name" actors and just get an actor who
> looks and can play the part. Eric Bana was way too buff and handsome for
> Banner. Norton was probably closer, but his almost Shakespearean intensity
> was a bit too much for the skinny, unsure, milksop that is Bruce Banner. I
> think Phoenix would come off too much like a crazed mad scientist than the
> "puny Banner" we need. Cast the net far and wide to find the right man, and
> notoriety be hanged! That's the damn problem with H'Wood all the time.
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> Someone who looks the part, for example, would be Jon Cryer, the whiny
> brother on "Two and A Half Men". Not saying he *should* do it, but that's the
> *look* you need for Banner-someone who looks soft and weak, as if he's never
> seen the sun or the inside of a gym.
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> From: "Daryle Lockhart" < dar...@... >
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> So now I'm hearing they're talking seriously to Joaquin Phoenix. Which is
> both awesome and frightening at the same time to me.
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> On Jul 12, 2010, at 3:48 PM, Cinque B wrote:
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> Marvel: Norton Won't Return As Hulk For 'Avengers'; Norton's Rep Responds
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> Source: Access Hollywood Sun Jul 11, 2010, 8:15 pm EDT
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> Edward Norton won't be reprising his role as the Incredible Hulk in 2012's
> "The Avengers," a Marvel rep confirmed to Access Hollywood on Sunday.
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> Marvel Studios president of production Kevin Feige explained the decision in
> a statement to HitFix .
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> VIEW THE PHOTOS: Edward Norton
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> "We have made the decision to not bring Ed Norton back to portray the title
> role of Bruce Banner in 'The Avengers,'" Feige told the site. "Our decision
> is definitely not one based on monetary factors, but instead rooted in the
> need for an actor who embodies the creativity and collaborative spirit of our
> other talented cast members. 'The Avengers' demands players who thrive
> working as part of an ensemble, as evidenced by Robert, Chris H, Chris E,
> Sam, Scarlett, and all of our talented casts. We are looking to announce a
> name actor who fulfills these requirements, and is passionate about the
> iconic role in the coming weeks."
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> The actors referred to in the statement include current Marvel stars Robert
> Downey Jr. (" Iron Man "), Chris Hemsworth ("Thor), Chris Evans ("Captain
> America: The First Avenger"), Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury), Scarlett
> Johansson (" Iron Man 2's" Black Widow), who are expected to reprise their
> superhero roles in team-up film "The Avengers."
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> VIEW THE PHOTOS: Scenes From ‘ The Incredible Hulk ’
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> A rep for Norton responded to the statement to Hitfix on Sunday, calling it
> "purposefully misleading" and claiming that his client had been in
> discussions to return to the role.
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> "This offensive statement from Kevin Feige at Marvel is a purposefully
> misleading, inappropriate attempt to paint our client in a negative light,"
> the rep told the site. "Here are the facts: two months ago, Kevin called me
> and said he wanted Edward to reprise the role of Bruce Banner in 'The
> Avengers.' He told me it would be his fantasy to bring Edward on stage with
> the rest of the cast at [Comic-Con] and make it the event of the convention.
> When I said that Edward was definitely open to this idea, Kevin was very
> excited and we agreed that Edward should meet with [director] Joss Whedon to
> discuss the project. Edward and Joss had a very good meeting (confirmed by
> Feige to me) at which Edward said he was enthusiastic at the prospect of
> being a part of the ensemble cast."
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> However, the rep further claimed, the talks fell apart last week.
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> VIEW THE PHOTOS: Fan Candy : Superheroes, Sci-Fi & Beyond !
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> "Marvel subsequently made him a financial offer to be in the film and both
> sides started negotiating in good faith," he told Hitfix. "This past
> Wednesday, after several weeks of civil, uncontentious discussions, but
> before we had come to terms on a deal, a representative from Marvel called to
> say they had decided to go in another direction with the part. This seemed to
> us to be a financial decision but, whatever the case, it is completely their
> prerogative, and we accepted their decision with no hard feelings... We know
> a lot of fans have voiced their public disappointment with this result, but
> this is no excuse for Feige's mean spirited, accusatory comments. Counter to
> what Kevin implies here, Edward was looking forward to the opportunity to
> work with Joss and the other actors in the Avengers cast, many of whom are
> personal friends of his. Feige's statement is unprofessional, disingenuous
> and clearly defamatory. Mr. Norton talent, tireless work ethic and
> professional integrity deserve more respect, and so do Marvel's fans."
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> Norton played the role of Bruce Banner and his alter-ego, the Incredible Hulk
> , in 2008's " The Incredible Hulk ," a reboot/follow-up to 2003's "The Hulk
> ," which starred Eric Bana in the title role. Reports of a feud between the
> actor and the studio emerged along with the film, however, with Norton
> finally issuing a statement to Entertainment Weekly to address the rumors.
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> VIEW THE PHOTOS: Spectacular Superheroes
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> "Every good movie gets forged through collaboration, and different ideas
> among people who are all committed and respect the validity of each other's
> opinions is the heart of filmmaking," he told the mag in April 2008.
> "Regrettably, our healthy process, which is and should be a private matter,
> was misrepresented publicly as a 'dispute,' seized on by people looking for a
> good story, and has been distorted to such a degree that it risks distracting
> from the film itself."
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> With Marvel hosting panels at the San Diego Comic-Con International later
> this month, news on who will replace Norton - and perhaps further casting
> information - seems likely to emerge in the weeks to come.
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