JUSTICE LEAGUE MOVIE

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"JUSTICE LEAGUE" MOVIE: THE SUPER CHALLENGES FACING THIS FILM

Fans' expectations are high for this film and with the mega-success of the Avengers movie a less than spectacular debut would be equivalent to a flop . It would certainly be a blemish on the DC name. So what challenges do the producers face?

Well as mentioned in my earlier post Wonder Woman and a few other heroes have not had their "day" on the big screen. To make a Justice League film before making their "standalone origin movies" would relegate these heroes to the dreadful ensemble cast member category. To date Batman, Superman, and even Green Lantern have had their own movies.

Finding a director to helm the project is another dilemma that has producers boggled . Names that have been tossed around in the press over the past few months are Chris Nolan, Ben Affleck, The Wachowski's, Guillermo Del Toro, and Brad Bird. Hey producers here's a novel idea––get an unknown to make their debut. I can think of one that is primed and ready to go, ME! I just checked my schedule and it seems that I have an opening for a blockbuster film debut, but send your query quickly that window may close soon as other engagements develop.

Oddly, the lead actors choices to play the iconic Superman and Batman characters are in constant flux. Producers are waiting to see if Henry Cavill's portrayal of Superman goes over well before confirming his reprising the role in Justice League. Christian Bale's return as Batman is uncertain since actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt took over the role in the last film.

According to the Screenrant website (article is 6 months old) the Justice League film will feature Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Flash, and Wonder Woman. Martian Manhunter and Aquaman would probably show up as cameos, but not main characters. Reasons for this decision loom. Among them are that though they are known in the JL franchise they are lessor known characters to casual audiences and that Aquaman in particular will be harder to adapt for the big screen. My guess is that there would not be adequate screen time available to flesh out an Aquaman main character and do the others justice simply because his world is the ocean. However, here's where a stand alone origin film could be helpful. They could establish his role and set up a storyline that would carry over to the JL film.

This film faces challenges, but I have no doubt producers will find a way to overcome them.

WHAT DO YOU THINK?

I was a fan of Wonder Woman back in the day and I still am. I would definitely buy her box set and enjoy all her episodes today. Her character alone makes her superior to Charlie's Angels as does her talent. With Hollywood watering down its talent so bad with its newest thespians, I would have to root for a throwback actress and vote for old gal Demi Moore. She has more talent then most and has retained her beauty and brains. Catherine Zeta has been under the knife a slice too many and is sacrificing her natural beauty to dreams of the fountain of youth. Go Demi! Regarding the Justice League, the timing may be too soon. I am still reeling from the Avengers - an AWESOME film - and we have yet to see how the 2013 Superman will do on the big screen. The trailers have left a little to be desired. For the Justice League to be good there would need to be a stand out character like Tony Stark, a crushing star like the Hulk, and a cool azz leader like one-eyed Sammy. It's going to be hard to find someone with a genuine strut like Iron Man that can kick azz too. The only super hero that can compete today is Neo from the Matrix. Yes, i said it. Even Christian Bale as Batman comes up a little short. He was tossed around by Bain a bit too much for my taste. Not a super hero I would wait on. Every so often you find him running through an alleyway seeking shelter and aid. And in the last film he had bad knees. Smh. I think they should wait a bit before they try putting together this team. I'm gonna hold out to see how this "regular joe" superman works out.