Justice League Movie

How Can DC Comics/Warner Bros. Go About Making Justice League Into A Feature Length Film?

Everyone’s opinion will vary, and when or if there is ever such a film, everyone’s opinion will once again be different. Look at Green Lantern, personally I liked it, it made me interested in the comic book which I wasn’t at all before, I have a thing for comic book movies so that is why I went. If history proves anything it is extremely hard to please the hardcore crowd, add the pressure of critics and drawing in new crowds, it is an amazing task and I guess always at the least a financial risk making movies of any nature.  So, I guess it is almost safe to run with what has worked whenever possible, Batman’s current creative mind in film, Chris Nolan, is also involved in the upcoming Man Of Steel. Nolan’s films outside comic book genre films do well, and then add that Batman Begins was really good, then The Dark Knight was off the charts pleasing critics, most hardcore peeps, etc etc. So, having him (and his brother) involved as much as you can in your other projects makes total sense.

In my opinion, this would be the first step in making a Justice League movie. Sign Nolan, or possibly, another director of his choice to do whatever they want to do. But, personally I would go one of two ways, first would be similar to the Marvel route with a few titles leading into one with The Avengers and the movies the lead up to it. However, with Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and Green Lantern as the main films. Each of them would introduce other members of the Justice League, who may not be able to be the lead characters of their own movies *cough Aquaman cough*. With heavy references of what is happening in the other movies, with the characters hearing of it through the media and such. Along with this I would also have The Flash appear in all the movies, being the fastest man alive it would make some sense as to how, and he could be the connection between them all. Of course all the movies would lead into the Justice League film.

The other is simply a Trilogy or 4 part Saga. Justice League 1, 2, and 3 or however they would be titled. Risky, because well, what if the first and/or second one tanks and the final parts don’t get released. Harder to “lock in” actors and actresses for this many films, and if not shot in succession, then run the chance of the people bailing out of finishing their roles in the final films. So, preferably pre-plan it, and sign the talent to concrete deals, and leave them hanging at the end of the movies leading up to the final chapter.

As for character choice for the roster, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Martian Manhunter, Green Arrow and Aquaman are in for sure. Paring Batman with Green Arrow, Superman and Martian Manhunter, Green Lantern with The Flash, Wonder Woman getting stuck with Aquaman aha Or I would add Hawkman, Cyborg or Captain Marvel pairing up with Supes, Martian Manhunter would then go with Green Lantern Hal Jordan, and The Flash would simply be in all the movies. If it was a multi part Justice League, then I would also include an array of cameo appearances for other members of the League, such as Cyborg, Hawkman, Black Canary, Robin, etc. Villain choice would correspond with the characters in each film, facing off against their main foes who are all either working for or being manipulated by the main villain in the Justice League movie (Darkseid perhaps?). Hmmm, these are most definitely a relaunch of the films as  I heard Christopher Nolan said there will never be another Joker in his movies.....it is a must for at least a small role in my opinion.

Actor and actress choosing is possibly the hardest part. Which route is the best route, a group of unknowns, or some headliners? Some people fear typecasting that may follow while others bask in the roles. With using Hollywood’s better known, there is also risk of wanting more screen time (Heard X-Men: The Last Stand had issues with this) and a much higher price tag taking away from other areas of the film. Using unknowns, cheaper but they may not get over with the audience due to lack of experience (not everyone is Christopher Reeves). So, possibly leave the roles of Batman and Superman for tried and true celebs in either scenario, Wonder Woman and Green Lantern if in the first situation of being lead up films, but strong supporting actress and actor in the second being a multi part Justice League.

 

Here are some possible choices for who would play whom, some are people I used to want but time has taken that shot away and some would require some dedication either in the gym or acting classes to perfect their craft or simply learn to take Nolan’s direction well;

 

Batman- Ray Stevenson

Superman- Hugh Jackman

Wonder Woman- Lucy Lawless

Green Lantern- Ryan Reynolds

The Flash- Chris Evans

The Joker- Me ahaha

Lex Luthor- John Malkovich

Cheetah- Charlize Theron

Black Adam- Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson

Lucy Lawless was perfect to play Wonder Woman back in the day, Xena showed us that, but now a tad too old perhaps depending on the story or I guess she could play another Amazonian in the Wonder Woman movie. Same with John Malkovich, but back in the day he would have been great as Luthor, because in my opinion he can play anyone awesomely. And I would use Ryan Reynolds again, as he is a perfect fit to dawn the ring, but imagine how great he would be with Nolan’s direction. Not sure if Chris Evans is tall enough to play The Flash, but I liked him as The Human Torch in the Fantastic 4 movies and now currently as Captain America so I think he could pull it off. Saw a picture of the Rock photoshopped into Black Adam and it was spot on, and The Great One does have to ability to pull it off. Loved Ray Stevenson as The Punisher, and strongly feel he could be Batman in a “The Man Who Laughs” look to the character. Hugh Jackman as Superman, not 100% on that, but I want him involved, great hard working actor, just look at what he has done with Wolverine, and how much he has embraced that character.

That’s how I would do it, but simply put DC Comics and Warner Bros. need to get on this, can’t ride Batman’s cape forever, and like I mentioned some characters will need small roles in this movie to test their worth in the feature films.

How would you go about launching the Justice League? And who would you include character and actor wise?

Stay Nerdy.