Proyas to direct Surfer?

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by: James Thoo Jul. 24, 2007

Do we want a SILVER SURFER movie? I still haven't seen the FANTASTIC FOUR sequel but I've heard universally poor reviews. Still, even if I had hated X3 (which I didn't) I'd still be looking forward to the WOLVERINE movie (which I am). Similarly, a brand new movie, under brand new direction offers brand new possibilities for the Surfer, so I'm totally on board. Especially when the director apparently being tapped for the project is Alex Proyas (DARK CITY).

Here's the description of the Surfer's story, from Wikipedia:

Norrin Radd was a young astronomer of the planet Zenn-La. In order to save his homeworld from destruction by a fearsome cosmic entity known as Galactus, Norrin made a bargain with the being, pledging himself to serve as its herald. Imbued in return with a small portion of Galactus' Power Cosmic, Norrin acquired great powers, and a silvery appearance. He created for himself a surfboard-like craft — modeled after a childhood fantasy of his — on which he would travel at speeds beyond that of light. Known from then on as the Silver Surfer, Norrin began to roam the cosmos searching for new planets for Galactus to consume. When his travels finally took him to Earth, the Surfer came face-to-face with the Fantastic Four, a team of powerful superheroes that helped him to rediscover his nobility of spirit. Betraying Galactus, the Surfer saved Earth but was punished in return with everlasting exile there.

Source: NineMSN

Extra Tidbit: ...And do we want Fishburne back?

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Racci
2:46PM on 07/27/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Didn't Proyas say after I, Robot that he wouldn't never work with Fox ever again?
Didn't Proyas say after I, Robot that he wouldn't never work with Fox ever again?
 
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rebelalliance
4:39PM on 07/25/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
As long as.....
There is no Galactus Cloud, please god. I was as well, very disapointed with FF2, but SS is one of my faves. And I, Robot wasn't as bad as it should have been. It was actually kinda good. And no Larry Fish either, it was distracting.
There is no Galactus Cloud, please god. I was as well, very disapointed with FF2, but SS is one of my faves. And I, Robot wasn't as bad as it should have been. It was actually kinda good. And no Larry Fish either, it was distracting.
 
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the clever guy
4:01AM on 07/25/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
cioxxx
i had the unfortunate pleasure of meeting wentworth miller on the set of 'prison break'....he is douchebag...let it be [link]
i had the unfortunate pleasure of meeting wentworth miller on the set of 'prison break'....he is douchebag...let it be [link]
 
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brechtsky
11:57PM on 07/24/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
yes to fish
I thought larry was the best part of the surfer (beyond what was known from the comics and trailers).

And coixx, Wentworth millers voice is absolutely unimpressive -- (As in it makes no impression on one). And frankly, I don't think they could have gotten a better voice unless James Earl Jones had done it--Then again, I never read the comics so I don't know the character's true ...
I thought larry was the best part of the surfer (beyond what was known from the comics and trailers).

And coixx, Wentworth millers voice is absolutely unimpressive -- (As in it makes no impression on one). And frankly, I don't think they could have gotten a better voice unless James Earl Jones had done it--Then again, I never read the comics so I don't know the character's true persona-- However if he's anywhere near as dour and dark as he was in FF4-2, then I can't imagine a better voice.
 
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cioxxx
9:53PM on 07/24/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
I found Fishburned a little too... gruff for my liking.

I throw Wentworth Miller's name into the hat.
I found Fishburned a little too... gruff for my liking.

I throw Wentworth Miller's name into the hat.
 
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colonelkilgore
8:08PM on 07/24/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
if the current fan 4 team (actors/producers) are involved there isn't a chance in hell i'll see this...and dark city is one of my favorite movies
if the current fan 4 team (actors/producers) are involved there isn't a chance in hell i'll see this...and dark city is one of my favorite movies
 
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azzezino
8:03PM on 07/24/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Oh Yes!!!!
Alex Proyas is a very talented director and the Silver Surfer is one of the coolest comic book characters ever created. This could turn out to be one the greatest SciFi films in history.
Alex Proyas is a very talented director and the Silver Surfer is one of the coolest comic book characters ever created. This could turn out to be one the greatest SciFi films in history.
 
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Spraragen88
5:18PM on 07/24/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
This movie was announced with F4:2
I hope this film really isn't a surprise to anyone...

I wouldn't mind the movie as long as it took place before he (S.S.) came to Earth. Maybe have it be about life before and after he gains his powers. And end it with him heading towards Earth.
I hope this film really isn't a surprise to anyone...

I wouldn't mind the movie as long as it took place before he (S.S.) came to Earth. Maybe have it be about life before and after he gains his powers. And end it with him heading towards Earth.
 
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theotherness
4:21PM on 07/24/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
Even before I actually read this article I have to say it:

PLEASE LET IT BE TRUE!!!

But no, I don't want Fishburne back. His voice is just not right for the Silver Surfer. It's too regal, too deep, too "distracting." Someone else, less prolific.
Even before I actually read this article I have to say it:

PLEASE LET IT BE TRUE!!!

But no, I don't want Fishburne back. His voice is just not right for the Silver Surfer. It's too regal, too deep, too "distracting." Someone else, less prolific.
 
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joeyatog
3:48PM on 07/24/2007 Add as a friend | MFC profile
A Surfer movie could be good
as long as nobody from the FF production staff are involved!! The Surfer is such a cool character and I heard he was one of the few cool things in FF2.
as long as nobody from the FF production staff are involved!! The Surfer is such a cool character and I heard he was one of the few cool things in FF2.