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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby verslibre » Wed Mar 15, 2017 7:46 am

YoungJRNYfan wrote:Everybody has shut the fuck up on Gal..notice? :lol: She looks great and could kick every one of our ass's (preferably in the BvS spread'ed leg position, please) 8)


All they do now is harp on her accent. WTF, should a Themysciran sound Welsh? :lol:

Dude, post the GIF! :lol:
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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby Monker » Wed Mar 15, 2017 3:38 pm

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YoungJRNYfan wrote:Everybody has shut the fuck up on Gal..notice? :lol: She looks great and could kick every one of our ass's (preferably in the BvS spread'ed leg position, please) 8)


All they do now is harp on her accent. WTF, should a Themysciran sound Welsh? :lol:

Dude, post the GIF! :lol:



What I have been reading is a general sense that Chris Pine steals the movie from her.
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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby Monker » Wed Mar 15, 2017 4:02 pm

YoungJRNYfan wrote:Thor's dogshit and always will be dogshit. Wonder Woman is Jenkins' movie.


WW is a simple origin story, the same as Thor. From what I am reading, WW has "comic relief" that falls flat...which is what you say about Thor. So, if Thor is 'dogshit', then I expect you to say the same about WW. But, I know you won't. You will excuse it. Oh, I didn't mind the humor because the slow-motion action was so good. I didn't mind the formula of an origin story because DC has not done that yet. You will make excuses for good movie but not a great movie...which is what Thor is.

Zack got a writing cred and is basically serving as the DCEU roadmap to the "sandbox" theory.


When the first trailer dropped I commented on the slow motion effects being like 300. Again, from what I am reading, EVERY BATTLE SCENE WW IS IN has those slow motion graphics, just like 300. Annoying...and it is a Snyder thing.

But, besides that...I don't care if all he has become is signiture and supposedly has no influence at all. Snyder sucks and having him involved in any way is worrysome.

Wonder Woman just had test screening's not too long ago and people really like it and the DCEU's harshest critics were on set and in the editing room and gave it 2 thumbs up. So, we'll see.


No, that is not what I read. It is getting mixed reviews with most seeming to think it is better than BvS and SS. They are "happy" with it. Besides all that, both BvS and SS had a positive vibe in these limited releases. When it hit the early releases in theaters, and reviewers were allowed to talk, that is when the bottom fell out.

But, I don't think it is going to be HORRIBLE.

And, SS, that movie is horrible.


Check yourself..you mean the Academy Award winning Suciide Squad. :lol: Suicide Squad had great character interaction[/quote]

What? Deadshot and Harley had some good scenes but nothing super notable.

did what it was supposed to do in bringing in fan favorites and hitting the mark by giving us solid representations of wanting more from characters like Harley Quinn and Deadshot.


First and foremost ANY film is supposed to entertain those who paid for it. I don't care if it is 50 cents on PS or $10 in a theater. THAT should be the first goal - and it fails at that on every level.

The third act was crap


The first act was crap with a video game intro . The second act was crap from the start with Enchantress' "aliens" (?) which you didn't really know anything about and left you with a "WTF is happening?" Even with Deadshot's "cut and run" scene at the end. The third act was crap with a "who the hell is the REAL villain here?"

It was a huge steaming pile of crap with only a few bits with Will Smith that were decent. Oh, and Croc's "I'm beautiful." line was actually funny.

But, good thing Amanda Waller (Viola Davis) was the true villain of the film and will be the one featured in future films. SSQuad was a hit for audiences. As of now, Mel Gibson is on WB's radar to direct SSQuad2.


Yeah, OK. DC needs to get through Justice League without the universe falling apart first...and that is definitely NOT a sure thing. I would much rather they cut out all the crap and make a good Deadshot/Harley Quinn/Joker/Batman move. In fact, THAT is what "The Batman" should have been.
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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby YoungJRNYfan » Wed Mar 15, 2017 10:36 pm

WW is a simple origin story, the same as Thor.


Charles Roven recently said that most of these solo films will have a much more dramatic stance in flashback's and flashforwards to a wider DC universe so in that regard, I don't think Wonder Woman is going to play a safe origin film. There will be enough twists and acknowledgment to future films without falling on a crutch the MCU always does. . Fact of the matter is, Wonder Woman's first quest could be a failure. That notion alone isn't "safe" and follows DC's narration thus far in their universe that indicates the deconstructive hero in their darkest hour.

I didn't mind the formula of an origin story because DC has not done that yet.

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Man of Steel was an origin film and it took major risks. Just because a character film is set as an origin film, doesn't mean it's going to play it "safe", especially with the creative teams. Also, DC has many origin stories under their belt that date back to 1978. Again, superhero movies were not first created with 2008's Iron Man.

So, if Thor is 'dogshit', then I expect you to say the same about WW. But, I know you won't.


Stop trying to stick up for that dogshit character of Thor trying to turn it around on me as if I won't be open to criticism with what's to come. I said it numerous times, I welcome humor and depending, humor falling flat is nothing new but Thor and the MCU takes it to an entirely different level to the point of ruination, distraction and nausea. DC's humor will never be at the level of how painfully Marvel abuse's that crutch.

You will excuse it.


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Marvel fans are the ones notorious to excuse something at the DCEU's expense and that won't change. MCU fans are the worst at the double standard with the excuse of "...well, they earned the right" which results into hot air; strawman tactics.

When the first trailer dropped I commented on the slow motion effects being like 300. Again, from what I am reading, EVERY BATTLE SCENE WW IS IN has those slow motion graphics, just like 300. Annoying...and it is a Snyder thing.


Wonder Woman's technical application from Jenkins has NOTHING to do with Snyder. Nothing. This is a Patty Jenkins film. There is no amount of power that Snyder has to have control over a film in how a director of a certain film see's fit in the technical aspect of things. None whatsoever. Snyder is a whipping boy. Be it as it may, the high number of whips and chains will not make that claim true.

No, that is not what I read. It is getting mixed reviews with most seeming to think it is better than BvS and SS. They are "happy" with it."


There's no such things as mixed reviews at this stage of the game. The film isn't even finished yet and the test screenings at this time only show a rough cut of what's going to be an eventual finished product. What you "read" should never be takin' at face value because even though some have had access to things, we are still in the early time period of baiting clicks.

But, I don't think it is going to be HORRIBLE.


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What? Deadshot and Harley had some good scenes but nothing super notable.


Good enough to warrant a Harley Quinn led DCEU film to go along with studio plans to even give Will Smith a Deadshot spinoff.

THAT should be the first goal - and it fails at that on every level.


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If something fails at every level, then the studio wouldn't be so fast to greenlight a sequel plus two spin-off films, let alone eyeing a director of Mel Gibson's caliber and actually pulling in his interest.


The first act was crap with a video game intro . The second act was crap from the start with Enchantress' "aliens" (?) which you didn't really know anything about and left you with a "WTF is happening?" Even with Deadshot's "cut and run" scene at the end. The third act was crap with a "who the hell is the REAL villain here?"


If all of that confused you and made you question what's going on, then I can't help you there :lol:

Yeah, OK. DC needs to get through Justice League without the universe falling apart first...and that is definitely NOT a sure thing.


Time to swallow your tongue and stop banging your head against the wall with wishful thinking. You've been saying that since Man of Steel and here we are, going on 4, soon to be 5 films in with other DCEU films set to shoot soon. Contrary to the haters pushed agenda, the DCEU is alive and kickin'. Aquaman starts shooting in May. Matt Reeves is signed on for 'The Batman' and will go into production in 2018. The Rock has been vocal about the development of Shazam and Black Adam. WB is eyeing big talent for the next Superman solo. David Ayers is developing Gotham City Sirens with Harley Quinn as a lead and SSquad 2's director search is underway.

I would much rather they cut out all the crap and make a good Deadshot/Harley Quinn/Joker/Batman move. In fact, THAT is what "The Batman" should have been.


Should have been? It hasn't been made yet.
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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby YoungJRNYfan » Thu Mar 16, 2017 1:30 am

verslibre wrote:All they do now is harp on her accent. WTF, should a Themysciran sound Welsh? :lol:

Dude, post the GIF! :lol:


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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby Monker » Thu Mar 16, 2017 4:02 pm

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WW is a simple origin story, the same as Thor.


Charles Roven recently said that most of these solo films will have a much more dramatic stance in flashback's and flashforwards to a wider DC universe so in that regard
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That does not make the movie more dramatic. It makes it makes it more complicated and LESS dramatic.

I don't think Wonder Woman is going to play a safe origin film. There will be enough twists and acknowledgment to future films without falling on a crutch the MCU always does.


It will either be a Thor like origin story, or it WILL fall short in the reviews, just as BvS and SS did.

But, there is too much riding on WW for DC to not realize that it needs to go back to basics and simply tell a good story without all of the other bullshit.

Fact of the matter is, Wonder Woman's first quest could be a failure. That notion alone isn't "safe" and follows DC's narration thus far in their universe that indicates the deconstructive hero in their darkest hour.


Oh, stop it. I know all about this already. In a Heroes Journey, there will come a point where the hero either succeeds, or fails. Just because a hero fails does not mean they are not a hero...or that the writers are not following a formula. Geez, even Beowulf needed help and died after his encounter with the dragon

Man of Steel was an origin film and it took major risks.


It did not take "major" risks. That is simply not true. Maybe comic book nerds consider some choices being 'risky', but most people in the seats simply want to see a good story and be entertained. MoS did that.

Just because a character film is set as an origin film, doesn't mean it's going to play it "safe", especially with the creative teams. Also, DC has many origin stories under their belt that date back to 1978. Again, superhero movies were not first created with 2008's Iron Man.


Good, then they SHOULD know how to write one for WW.

Why are you so hung up on comparing everything to Marvel and their ability to create the most successful franchise of hero movies in cinema history? Why can't you see the advantage of ignoring what Marvel is doing and demanding that DC put forth quality films and hack jobs like BvS and SS?

I suppose the first "Superhero Movie" was probably Batman back in 1966. Is that what you want to model the new films after?

Stop trying to stick up for that dogshit character of Thor trying to turn it around on me as if I won't be open to criticism with what's to come.


I was reading the other day that WW is going to have a lame comic relief character. Sounds a lot like Darcy, doesn't it?

My issue is two fold - you do not see that Thor is a decent entertaining movie, with some flaws...but still good. And, you will never admit those same flaws exist in DC movies. Just because you don't like certain aspects of Thor, it does not make it a 'bad' movie...especially when those same critiques exist in DC movies.

Now, WW is going to have all of these Roman god themes and be set in WWi...essentially combining both CA:TFA and Thor. Being compared to those movies is going to be inevitable.

DC's humor will never be at the level of how painfully Marvel abuse's that crutch.


Never say never. And, why should DC be so serious?

Marvel fans are the ones notorious to excuse something at the DCEU's expense and that won't change. MCU fans are the worst at the double standard with the excuse of "...well, they earned the right" which results into hot air; strawman tactics.


I'm sure they both do to some extent. But, Marvel has not had simply BAD movies. They have their share of mediocre moves but DC has not released a good movie since MoS...and all I hear is excuses. It is at a point where I can guess what you are going to say.

Wonder Woman's technical application from Jenkins has NOTHING to do with Snyder. Nothing.


Don't care. It doesn't change the fact that they are slow-motion, 300 style, action scenes...and from what I read, that is prominent in the movie. That is frankly very lame and out-dated.

This is a Patty Jenkins film. There is no amount of power that Snyder has to have control over a film in how a director of a certain film see's fit in the technical aspect of things. None whatsoever. Snyder is a whipping boy. Be it as it may, the high number of whips and chains will not make that claim true.


Again, don't care. Snyder sucks.

There's no such things as mixed reviews at this stage of the game.


There are those that say, "it's not bad. It's better than BvS and SS." and there are those who say it is awesome. So, in that way, it is mixed.

The film isn't even finished yet and the test screenings at this time only show a rough cut of what's going to be an eventual finished product. What you "read" should never be takin' at face value because even though some have had access to things, we are still in the early time period of baiting clicks.


Of course. They will take the feedback and make changes. That always happens.

What? Deadshot and Harley had some good scenes but nothing super notable.


Good enough to warrant a Harley Quinn led DCEU film to go along with studio plans to even give Will Smith a Deadshot spinoff.


No...I think it's more the popularity of her character in general and they want to compete with Deadpool breaking the wall thing...which is a mistake. They should do their own thing, not try to copy some other films' success.

If something fails at every level, then the studio wouldn't be so fast to greenlight a sequel plus two spin-off films, let alone eyeing a director of Mel Gibson's caliber and actually pulling in his interest.


They get their sequel because it made money...not because of the quality of the film. Avatar made money, and it gets sequels.

Time to swallow your tongue and stop banging your head against the wall with wishful thinking. You've been saying that since Man of Steel


Not true. I like MoS. I don't think it is the best thing ever. But, it's pretty good. I have been saying it since Snyder started talking about what BvS was going to try to do and I said it was impossible....and it was.

and here we are, going on 4, soon to be 5 films in with other DCEU films set to shoot soon.


And, after BvS and SS sucked, I said if WW and JL do not turn it around, the DCU will end...at least at the theater.

Contrary to the haters pushed agenda, the DCEU is alive and kickin'. Aquaman starts shooting in May. Matt Reeves is signed on for 'The Batman' and will go into production in 2018. The Rock has been vocal about the development of Shazam and Black Adam. WB is eyeing big talent for the next Superman solo. David Ayers is developing Gotham City Sirens with Harley Quinn as a lead and SSquad 2's director search is underway.


You know Batman has had its share of issues. What will you say if Batman flops and Afleck leaves DC? That is very possible.

Aquaman may start filming, but that doesn't mean it will finish.

I would much rather they cut out all the crap and make a good Deadshot/Harley Quinn/Joker/Batman move. In fact, THAT is what "The Batman" should have been.


Should have been? It hasn't been made yet.[/quote]

I didn't say it would be made.
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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby YoungJRNYfan » Thu Mar 16, 2017 11:20 pm

That does not make the movie more dramatic. It makes it makes it more complicated and LESS dramatic.


Yeah it does, especially the way the DCEU is going to use it. Flashbacks or flashforwards provide narrative to a story that is sudden and full of untapped information all in the same breath. It can make things either more complicated or more clearer depending on the use of where it's placed in the story, which has further impact on the direction of the character and future roles of that character in upcoming films. That's a dramatic approach in comic book films.

It will either be a Thor like origin story, or it WILL fall short in the reviews, just as BvS and SS did.


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Stellar analysis.

But, there is too much riding on WW..


There's a lot riding for DC with Wonder Woman. And then Justice League. And then Aquaman. And then Batman. And then Superman. And then Suicide Squad 2. And then Flash. And then Shazam. And then Gotham City Sirens. And Then Black Adam. And then Justice League 2 and then..

..for DC to not realize that it needs to go back to basics and simply tell a good story without all of the other bullshit


This is the reason why they decided to deconstruct the way they are going to tell this DCEU. BvS was always intended to plant the seeds into a bigger overall story than to answer them. They are gradually going to get to a place where things will get much more clearer as these films go along. Chris Terrio said way before BvS hit that Man of Steel-Justice League is one big saga, so arcs will change and arcs will continue afterwards since many questions will get answered, but in order for that to happen, you have to ask the question first, which involves bullshit, whether you like it or not. The MCU is chalk full of bullshit and so is every other comic book film.

Oh, stop it.


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It did not take "major" risks. That is simply not true.


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Why are you so hung up on comparing everything to Marvel and their ability to create the most successful franchise of hero movies in cinema history?


I'm the complete opposite. Instead of being hung up on the comparison of the two companies (which is inevitable in the fanboy wars; something you can't help but bring up) I'm one who always said that they are so drastically DIFFERENT that there's no comparison's to speak of. You're the one that's hung up on arguing merits of and comparing everything DC does to a Marvel film. In fact, you've already done it numerous times in this conversation without even knowing it, like being the first one to bring up Thor in a Wonder Woman discussion by using Thor as your base of reason (and you compare again with a Etta Candy/Darcy comparison.) The fuck outta here'a!

I was reading the other day that WW is going to have a lame comic relief character. Sounds a lot like Darcy, doesn't it?


Why are you so hung up on comparing everything to Marvel? For the record, Etta Candy is and has been a part of the Wonder Woman mythology since 1942 in Sensation Comics. Her character is that of the best friend of Diana Prince in a man's world. Darcy Lewis has never been in the comic books and was a made-up character specifically for the Thor franchise to take shape. Bet you didn't know that so lets not act like Etta Candy was going to be designed to be an answer to an irrelevant and fill-in character like Darcy. She (Candy) isn't and was always going to be apart of the Wonder Woman mytho's whether Darcy was ever shoehorned into being a Thor character or not. But keep comparing.

My issue is two fold - you do not see that Thor is a decent entertaining movie, with some flaws...but still good.


Thor and Thor: The Dark World=
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They are lucky Loki bumped it up to "mediocre" status.

And, you will never admit those same flaws exist in DC movies.


Did I not just have my problems with SSQuad's third act use of Enchantress? Unplug your head out of your own sphincter and go back and re-read what I wrote.

Now, WW is going to have all of these Roman god themes and be set in WWi...essentially combining both CA:TFA and Thor. Being compared to those movies is going to be inevitable.


Hung up on comparisons, aren't we?

Never say never. And, why should DC be so serious?


DC can make an Ace Ventura superhero movie and it STILL wouldn't have as much forced and shoe-horned humor like the MCU so desperately relies on. It's quite obvious it's not only their crutch, but their use of stilts as well.

I'm sure they both do to some extent. But, Marvel has not had simply BAD movies.


Iron Man 2? Bad. Iron Man 3? Worse. Thor? Bad (or mediocre..whichever you prefer.) Thor: TDW? Creamy dogshit. Age of Ultron? Meh, bad enough for fans to hocker in Whedon's mouth.

Don't care.


It shows.

It doesn't change the fact that they are slow-motion, 300 style, action scenes...and from what I read, that is prominent in the movie. That is frankly very lame and out-dated.


According to most, Man of Steel was too fast. The Russo's, especially in Civil War, direct their action pieces on speed. There's room for the use of slow motion in comic book flicks, especially with supersonic speedsters like Flash (that Justice League Bruce Wayne/Barry Allen Batarang bit was magnificent) and Quicksilver, who stole the show in his "slow motion action scene" in Days of Future's Past. You simply don't know what the hell you're talking about.

Again, don't care.


It shows.

There are those that say, "it's not bad. It's better than BvS and SS." and there are those who say it is awesome. So, in that way, it is mixed.


Irrelevant. The sample size of the people who saw test screening's was so small and what they did see, was an unfinished product that didn't even include the score. As of now, there's no baseline for reviews of any sort.

No...I think it's more the popularity of her character in general and they want to compete with Deadpool breaking the wall thing...which is a mistake.


Popularity of a character isn't enough. When you make your onscreen debut, things still need to go right and in this instance, it did. Snarling and bloodshot eyes were all on Margot Robbie to perform such a beloved character like Harley Quinn that needed to translate over to the big screen. Some credit needs to go to the director and team of Suicide Squad for that to happen. It did. Point- DCEU.

They should do their own thing, not try to copy some other films' success.


Copying other films' success? For all that you claim to know about these things, you fail to nail down the concept of trends and works of art that influence any film in any genre. It's apart of the game that isn't specifically tied down to one thing. Hell, even Mangold said he took elements of what made Superman: The Movie so good and applied that to his desire for Logan to be a hit for the audience. Logan copied Deadpool's success and now, others will copy Logan's success. It's circular motion creator's use to get back to square one. As for the DCEU to do something different, you mean like featuring comic book heroines as the headliner of a connected comic book universe? DC is way ahead the others in that category. One thing is for sure: female's won't be shorted in the DCEU.

They get their sequel because it made money...not because of the quality of the film. Avatar made money, and it gets sequels.


There's quality in these films that get sequels and quality comes in many shapes and sizes. What form of quality is what is to be debated.

Not true. I like MoS. I don't think it is the best thing ever. But, it's pretty good.


I thought Snyder sucks?

And, after BvS and SS sucked, I said if WW and JL do not turn it around, the DCU will end...at least at the theater


Nah.

You know Batman has had its share of issues.


So have films like Deapool; Deadpool 2 and Age of Ultron. So? Fact is, WB regrouped and landed a pretty damn high profile director to take the helm. That's a win.

What will you say if Batman flops and Afleck leaves DC? That is very possible.


What if Donald Trump wins Presidency? Very possible. See, that's easy.

Aquaman may start filming, but that doesn't mean it will finish.


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I didn't say it would be made.


You said that was what Batman should have been, as though it has already been decided upon and has been made. With Reeves involved, The Batman is going into production in 2018 and it will be his movie. Script and all.
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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby verslibre » Fri Mar 17, 2017 4:10 am

Monker wrote:What I have been reading is a general sense that Chris Pine steals the movie from her.


I've seen the comments, but they're born of speculation. People who have actually seen the film (which is still in postproduction) say they like it, but they can't say any more for now because of the NDAs. Only people who have not seen the film are going on about Pine. Since the trailers look great (cinematography, tone, FX, action) — and Gal looks fantastic , having added more mass to her form and no longer being "the skinny girl" from the Fast movies — the last (and really only) thing the trolls are zeroing in on is Gal's acting. Which, honestly, looks fine to me. I don't see anything that suggests she turned in a subpar performance for a heroine. People say she has the same look on her face all the time, which is ridiculous. Look at the trailers. Look at the training bit from the third trailer. Look at her looking at herself in the mirror.

I've noticed ScarJo indulges her spacey, furled-eyebrow, "concerned" look a lot — Lucy, Civil War, Ghost in the Shell, etc. — and I don't see anyone giving her hell for it.

I chalk it to more anti-DCEU bologna.
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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby YoungJRNYfan » Fri Mar 17, 2017 4:29 am

Chris Pine was a great get for the DCEU. Many speculated a Green Lantern role when he was cast in an unspecified DC Film, but being delegated to star opposite of Gal's Wonder Woman has the potential to pay off huge dividends. From what little is coming out of "scoops" is that Gadot and Pine have great chemistry together, which elevates Wonder Woman's likability even further having such a strong male counterpart in a film that brings an Amazonian; feminist Godess into man's world worth fighting for. A good reception either way benefits the other talent, not take away from it like haters WILL try to do.
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Re: DC Extended Universe THREAD

Postby verslibre » Fri Mar 17, 2017 5:01 am

Monker wrote:It will either be a Thor like origin story, or it WILL fall short in the reviews, just as BvS and SS did.


I'm curious why you think it can only equal and not exceed Thor...? Thor more or less peaks early on. What's the best action scene? The first one in the film, where they go tear shit up on Jotunheim. Nothing else in the film matches it. After that, it's up to the cast surrounding Hemsworth to keep things interesting. TH overpowers CH in no small way. He's 80 times the actor Hemsworth is. When we finally get to the climax, it's well-executed but predictable. I never have the urge to watch it. In a few years, the Thor movies will be the least popular and least referenced. They're trying to change that with Ragnarok, but it's going to showcase the "funniest Thor" yet (the director's exact words) and the pix I've seen don't look enticing. The sets are bizarre. It looks like Thor's landed in Willy Wonka's factory.

I can tell by the trailers that Wonder Woman's cinematography blows away Thor's. We're not going to see stuff along the lines of Asgard. Themyscira is an analogue of Eden. There aren't going to be any funny-looking boats with laser cannons like in The Dark World. There won't be a Warriors Three or a bumbling gaggle of giggling Amazons who knock over vases and test Antiope's wrath.

Monker wrote:But, there is too much riding on WW for DC to not realize that it needs to go back to basics and simply tell a good story without all of the other bullshit.


Don't underestimate Patty Jenkins. I believe WW does tell a good story.

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YoungJRNYfan wrote:Man of Steel was an origin film and it took major risks.


It did not take "major" risks. That is simply not true. Maybe comic book nerds consider some choices being 'risky', but most people in the seats simply want to see a good story and be entertained. MoS did that.


No risks? Hm. A lot of haters disagree with you. No Clark Kent bumping into the water cool at the Daily Planet. No Colgate® smile while letting bullets slide off his abs and pecs like confetti. A guy who's not sure who he's supposed to be, what he is, how he should act, is generally confused, never really fit it (but still performs selfless acts), steals clothing off a line and doesn't send the homeowner cash in an envelope (lol). And after a catastrophic suburban-to-urban conflict that is far less cartoonish than the one depicted in Avengers, he kills Zod. Not to mention the haters' grief over a fleeting denouement that leaves plenty to be picked up for the next episode, but that doesn't matter. Avengers had a tribute for the victims, so MoS needed one. (Those losses are acknowledged in BvS, but crybabies want everything sooner than later, tweaked just right to conform to their sensibilities, like an infant whose formula must be just the right temperature.)

Monker wrote:I suppose the first "Superhero Movie" was probably Batman back in 1966. Is that what you want to model the new films after?


You'll laugh, but there ARE people (hopelessly nostalgic fans, mainly) who would love a return to zany and campy and what not. Because they can't handle Batman's punches when his punches look like they actually hurt. :lol:

Monker wrote:Stop trying to stick up for that dogshit character of Thor trying to turn it around on me as if I won't be open to criticism with what's to come.


I was reading the other day that WW is going to have a lame comic relief character. Sounds a lot like Darcy, doesn't it?[/quote]

I see he already explained it. One is a decades-old character. One was created for a 2011 film. You know which is which. Either way, they don't seem (or look) similar to me.

Monker wrote:You know Batman has had its share of issues. What will you say if Batman flops and Afleck leaves DC? That is very possible.


The Batman won't flop. Ben isn't being held against his will. He can leave anytime. But he was having some issues in his personal life, and he addressed them. His main thing was being both actor and director of the movie. The Batman now has another director. Ben openly welcomed him with a message on Twitter. So Ben will continue to be Batman, at least for one more movie.

Monker wrote:Aquaman may start filming, but that doesn't mean it will finish.


Now you're just fishing. Why even say that? Aquaman is going to start filming soon, and it will happen. James Wan, baby. :wink:
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verslibre wrote:I can tell by the trailers that Wonder Woman's cinematography blows away Thor's. We're not going to see stuff along the lines of Asgard. Themyscira is an analogue of Eden. There aren't going to be any funny-looking boats with laser cannons like in The Dark World. There won't be a Warriors Three or a bumbling gaggle of giggling Amazons who knock over vases and test Antiope's wrath.


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Now you're just fishing. Why even say that? Aquaman is going to start filming soon, and it will happen. James Wan, baby. :wink:


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Crazy bitchin' FX!!!
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Fuck yea! Congrats, H-Cavs:

Henry Cavill Joins ‘Mission: Impossible 6’
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:!:

Rumor: David Goyer could direct ‘Green Lantern Corps’

Earlier this year we learned that David Goyer and Justin Rhodes were working on a script for Green Lantern Corps. Goyer will also serve as a producer on the project, and now a new rumor says he could be even more involved.

According to reporter Jeff Sneider, David Goyer could end up directing the Green Lantern movie as well. Based on things Sneider has heard, it could be a situation where Goyer feels he’s the best guy for that job, since he already has his hands all over the project creatively.


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JUSTICE LEAGUE Trailer Will Finally Be With Us This Saturday; Check Out Some New Footage
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I wonder if DC will implement their brilliant strategy of releasing an inferior theatrical release of JL, then release the extended version of it on Blu Ray 6 months later? Only way I see this opening weekend is if it's on my Amazon Fire stick.
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RedWingFan wrote:I wonder if DC will implement their brilliant strategy of releasing an inferior theatrical release of JL, then release the extended version of it on Blu Ray 6 months later? Only way I see this opening weekend is if it's on my Amazon Fire stick.


What about Wonder Woman?
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RedWingFan wrote:I wonder if DC will implement their brilliant strategy of releasing an inferior theatrical release of JL, then release the extended version of it on Blu Ray 6 months later? Only way I see this opening weekend is if it's on my Amazon Fire stick.


What about Wonder Woman?

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