The trailer for Dredd with Karl Urban and Lena Headey comes out guns blazing
Jun. 21, 2012
We've all been eager for a look at the new trailer for DREDD, if for no other reason than to see if it's something worthwhile or, as many have suspected, a low-budget mess. Well, prepare to pass judgment as the trailer is ready for its day in court.
Court's in session:
For me, this looks pretty awesome. It has a very early 90's flavor to it with some grit and style to match. The story seems to follow a structure much like the break-out hit THE RAID, which is kind of cool as well.
In short, they just don't make 'em like this enough. Some will probably chalk this up to something akin to LOCKOUT, which was a cheesy low-budget film that didn't seem to know it (in terms of budget, anyway). DREDD seems to have realized its strengths and played them justly, mostly focusing on simple muzzle flash and ass kicking. It looks like a less glitzy DEMOLITION MAN with low profile actors who won't get in the way of themselves.
I'm breathing easy. This looks pretty sweet.
Here's the synopsis:
Dredd takes place on a fictional Earth created as a result of the Atomic Wars. Survivors of this period are living in Mega-Cities, which protects its citizens from the Cursed Earth, a radioactive desert environment populated by mutants. The main story takes place in Mega-City One, where the police who are now called judges have the power to use police brutality to some extent to fight extreme murders. One man, Judge Dredd (Karl Urban), a senior law enforcement officer, teams up with a cadet called Judge Anderson (Olivia Thirlby) to track down a terrorist organization lead by Ma-Ma (Lena Headey), who is responsible for selling a reality-altering drug called Slo-Mo.
Starring Karl Urban as Dredd, Olivia Thirlby as Cassandra Anderson, and Lena Headey as the villainous Madeline "Ma-Ma" Madrigal, DREDD is directed by Pete Travis (VANTAGE POINT) and its theaters in 2D and 3D on September 21, 2012.
| Extra Tidbit: | I think it's pretty bold that they're using a female as the lead villain and who the hell is better than Lena Headey? She is the most vindictive, conniving, awesomely perfect bitch on Game of Thrones. Great casting. |
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Niiiiiiiiiiiice!
Ok
Oh, and the script for Dredd predates The Raid.
Oh, and the script for Dredd predates The Raid.
He's not Judge Judy and Executioner!
He's not Judge Judy and Executioner!
WOW THATS GREAT!!
helmet looks spot on perfect... love it... Hope it does well and we get a sequel with Judge Death
helmet looks spot on perfect... love it... Hope it does well and we get a sequel with Judge Death
Dredd naught
eh...
I can dig it.
I have a feeling everyone involved is going to be having fun. Karl Urban looking mean 100% of the time, Lena Heady chewing it up as a villain, Olivia Thirlby, as the plucky green cadet - seriously this has a lot going for it.
I have a feeling everyone involved is going to be having fun. Karl Urban looking mean 100% of the time, Lena Heady chewing it up as a villain, Olivia Thirlby, as the plucky green cadet - seriously this has a lot going for it.
Count me in.
Count me in.
That was one of the review bits from Cannes.
That was one of the review bits from Cannes.
EDIT: ElderPredator said he heard reviews from Cannes were good, I feel better.
EDIT: ElderPredator said he heard reviews from Cannes were good, I feel better.
Looks like crap.
Also Dredd's voice is really bothering me
Also Dredd's voice is really bothering me
"That Mouthwash Ain't Makin It"
but I truly think Karl Urban is alot like how I always imagined Dredd to sound.
but I truly think Karl Urban is alot like how I always imagined Dredd to sound.
Lionsgate blocked the trailer
im digging it...
The Raid was not the first movie to feature a battle to the top of a building to fight a villain. Bruce Lee did it in the Game of Death, just to name one.
The Raid was not the first movie to feature a battle to the top of a building to fight a villain. Bruce Lee did it in the Game of Death, just to name one.
Hahahaha
360p?!
Bomb
Got the new Total Recall's vibe
I love Karl Urban (not literally) and as an Englishman have a soft spot for Dredd. I think this is a Filmflex or DVD job for me.
I love Karl Urban (not literally) and as an Englishman have a soft spot for Dredd. I think this is a Filmflex or DVD job for me.
I forgot...
Awesome, not a must for me. But it got me interested...
Awesome, not a must for me. But it got me interested...
On the one hand, it looks visually rich, violent and gritty. Getting a bad-ass female villain is hell of a great move (specially since it's Heady).
On the other hand, I cannot help to see Urban as a miscast (don't get me wrong.. he's awesome, but in this one..? hmm..), plus the plot makes it sound too close to The Raid. And the Helmet... seriously?! He's supposed to look threatening with that? And why the "rookie" doesn't wear one? Oh she's hot.. ok, I get it
On the one hand, it looks visually rich, violent and gritty. Getting a bad-ass female villain is hell of a great move (specially since it's Heady).
On the other hand, I cannot help to see Urban as a miscast (don't get me wrong.. he's awesome, but in this one..? hmm..), plus the plot makes it sound too close to The Raid. And the Helmet... seriously?! He's supposed to look threatening with that? And why the "rookie" doesn't wear one? Oh she's hot.. ok, I get it