Adam Brody - Justice League of America (JLA) - Because we can't wait to see him as our superhero - Page 4

**~anni~** · 01-07-2008, 03:39 PM

Thanks a lot for the info, Nese

Wow, 6 months is a really long time! But if we're lucky Adam don't has to go back to Sydney before February, so there's a good chance that he will be at Sundance

**Captain Oatsocute** · 01-07-2008, 04:08 PM

Ooo yes he has to go to sundance even if it's just for one day.

sethcohen · 01-07-2008, 10:56 PM

Let's hope this isn't true.

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Justice League of America has Been Delayed!

Justice League of America will not start shooting as originally planned.
I get the emails daily from our readers asking what is going on with JLA, yes there has been an incredible amounts of delays and there wasn’t much of answer coming from our sources, until today.

There hadn’t been much of a slowdown as preparations were still underway over at Australia's Fox Studios as artists, set designers and other crew were busy prepping the film before the Holiday break but why hasn’t the cast been officially announced?

“Justice League is indeed in danger of not starting production on time and maybe even getting scrapped altogether” is what a studio source told the IESB last week. "The concerns are that the script is not ready to go in front of cameras, and also that the budget is getting a bit out of control, the WGA strike has proven to be Kryptonite to Superman and friends."

So while the cast is apparently locked, the studio has had to go back to the actors and extend their holds. IESB was told that at least two high level studio execs headed to Australia right before Christmas to try to resolve these issues and get the film get back on schedule.

“George Miller really wants this movie to be way big but the cast is 100% unknowns,” our source continues.

Another problem we are hearing is that some upper level execs including the new big boss Jeff Robinov is not too sure if the timing is right for JLA. Most of it has to do with the Nolan camp not being happy with the decision of moving forward with the JLA film considering the positive buzz surrounding The Dark Knight.

So what is going to happen? “The cast for Justice League is mediocre, the execs know it's mediocre, it's going to go down to wire on this one, this movie cold be huge but right now it's plagued with a couple of big issues and the WGA strike isn’t making things easier,” our source tell us.

So what's the final verdict on Justice League? I was having dinner this evening when I got a call from one of our moles over at Warner Bros. who told us, "Justice League has been pushed back to at least April or May and possibly a start date as late as June or July…that is of course if the movie doesn't get scrapped altogether."

So there you go, our first update of JLA of the year. On a side note, I was really pumped for this film last year but now I am waiting eagerly for the day WB decides to go in a different direction and cancels this production.

This cast does not inspire anyone and really makes you wonder if Warner Bros. is that desperate for cash that they would be willing to risk destroying a franchise in the making. We have all talked about the poor choices for Superman and Batman. Really? "C & D" list actors for the greatest Superheroes that have ever been created? With the exception of Adam Brody, Teresa Palmer and Common this cast sucks 100%. I have one question to everybody over at Warner Bros., how in the name of Zeus' butt hole did Jay Baruchel get cast as Maxwell Lord? Really? I mean, really? Skinny, dorky Jay Baruchel? Don’t get me wrong, he's a great guy and a hilarious actor. He's great in Fanboys as the geeky friend…but Maxwell Lord? Ummm, I don't think so.

I'm done, I want to go slit my wrists the more I think about the **** that studios like to do in this town. It literally boggles the mind, well, what I have left of one.

Source: IESB.net - Movie News, Reviews, Interviews and More! - Justice League of America has Been Delayed!

Emi had this to say about the Jay casting:

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Infamous_Emijayne (User)

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Re:JLA Cast 2 Minutes ago Karma: 7
Okay...where do I start??

I did do some digging and though I haven't heard back from my friend yet, I have been told by a handful of people that Jay Baruchel will be a young Max Lord. One person however went against the grain and suggested that he is actually Flash and that Adam Brody was a false rumor. We'll have to wait and see on that one.

As for the constant 2010 comments, it is because this film was to come out after Man of Steel and no "official" announcement has been made postponing MOS yet. Thus, 2009 is still unofficial. However, it is being slated for early summer 2009 (in June if remember correctly).

Still nothing on the renewed negotiations with Welling. Still no comment from his agents as well. If WB feels they need one big fan favorite to ensure success, this has to be it. I can't see anyone else that has been rumored being a "fan favorite". And I just don't see a 6'8" Superman (Coudmore) and a 6'5" Batman (being 21 years old) working in any way at all.

Source: IESB.net - Movie News, Reviews, Interviews and More! - Re:JLA Cast - IESB Boards

rich10 · 01-08-2008, 01:27 AM

Thanks Gel. So Jay's role is minor?

[edit] Everything he says is not true. That's why everyone in IESB doesn't trust him anymore. George Miller is probably laughing in his chair while reading all those things. WB is playing with us.

About the cast....

The Lord of the rings(and Harry Potter) cast weren't even famous when they made the movie, but look at them now. [edit]

SergeantPepper · 01-08-2008, 02:15 AM

So true. Adam Brody alone can give the JLA blockbuster hit, IMO.

**Captain Oatsocute** · 01-08-2008, 08:01 AM

Thanks for the updates Gel.

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About the cast....

The Lord of the rings(and Harry Potter) cast weren't even famous when they made the movie, but look at them now. Robert is so stupid.

I was thinking the exact same thing Nese.

**~anni~** · 01-08-2008, 08:03 AM

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Adam Brody alone can give the JLA blockbuster hit, IMO.

Hee, that's so true

Thanks for the infos, Gel

NZOCFan · 01-08-2008, 03:23 PM

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The Lord of the rings(and Harry Potter) cast weren't even famous when they made the movie, but look at them now.

I think the difference that he's trying to make is that with the LOTR cast, although the actors weren't big names, the majority of the cast still had quite a few credits to their name. And I think with Harry Potter, it would've be impossible to find big names for the main kid roles. With their adult cast, the majority of the actors have been pretty accomplished in their careers. Whereas with people rumored in this cast such as Gale, Cotrona, Hammer...barely have more than three credits attached to them.

Here are a few of Emi's latest posts:

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If JLA as been "officially" delayed, the production assistant in Australia that my source spoke to yesterday doesn't know anything about it.

The news she's been trying to get me for Weds is of the cast. After seeing Robert's post today, I gave her a call and asked what was up. So she gave me what she got so far from those she was able to speak with yesterday.

First, the crew in Australia doesn't know about any delays. They are continuing to work and according to the production assistant, George Miller has said he plans to begin shooting in mid-Feb.

Second, the cast is not a 100% lock. She was told there have been issues with two declining a role, one backing out after verbally accepting, and seperate issues surrounding the roles of Superman and Wonder Woman.

Third, there have been concerns voiced by WB execs over the budget because of the lack of big name stars and the worry they could have another Superman Returns on their hands.

So there are reasons this could end up delayed but as of yesterday, nobody had been told in Australia. I'll let you know more as I hear anything.

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A bit of an update...

My source spoke to someone else and let me assure you, it's no "mole". This is copied from my email...

In response to being asked what the situation is and how it affects the 2009 schedule he said, "...even if the production date gets pushed back into April, they still plan for a mid-summer 2009 release. If it were cancelled altogether, there would be no tentpole for WB that summer. Mr. Horn is not about to let that happen in my opinion, nor would Mr. Robinov in his new position."

On the topic of casting he said, "That is a subject I'd rather not get into. Things were a roller coaster ride regarding casting, but seem to have settled to my knowledge. I don't want to jinx anything by giving names or put my ass in the hot seat. There have been enough problems already."
So now, what exactly does he mean by a "roller coaster ride" and why specifically mention April?? I'm thinking some people know what is really happening and some might still be in the dark.

And to answer your question Fenice, there have been rumors that Nolan and Bale have threatened to opt out of the 3rd film in their contracts if the JLA has any remote connection to the story in Batman Begins. Meaning Ras Al Ghul. To my knowledge, provided the script info many seem to have is fully accurate, the basis for the film is revenge against Batman for killing Ras Al Ghul. Nolan and Bale are supposedly highly against this and not happy at all. I can't say that it's true, but they didn't have many nice things to say when asked in an interview last summer

On a general note, please keep in mind that no bashing of people (i.e Robert Sanchez) is allowed.

Thanks.

**Captain Oatsocute** · 01-08-2008, 03:35 PM

Thanks for the news Jess. It's all just so confusing and contradicting.

rich10 · 01-09-2008, 12:29 AM

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I think the difference that he's trying to make is that with the LOTR cast, although the actors weren't big names, the majority of the cast still had quite a few credits to their name. And I think with Harry Potter, it would've be impossible to find big names for the main kid roles. With their adult cast, the majority of the actors have been pretty accomplished in their careers. Whereas with people rumored in this cast such as Gale, Cotrona, Hammer...barely have more than three credits attached to them.

On a general note, please keep in mind that no bashing of people (i.e Robert Sanchez) is allowed.

Thanks.

Yeah, To be honest I don't like Dj and Hammer. They should replace these two. Someone backed out... I hope it's not Adam.

Sorry Jess.

NZOCFan · 01-09-2008, 02:29 AM

Don't worry about it Nese.

I don't think they're having issues with the script, otherwise George Miller wouldn't of said what said when he was at the AFI awards.

But I do think that they are having issues with casting. I think Adam's fine, and I think Common is too. I think the biggest issue is probably Superman and maybe Wonder Woman. I mean casting was supposed to be locked, and then suddenly we hear about auditions (like the Eva Green one).

Lencho01 posted this on IESB (which was found thanks to someone from IMDB). I think the guy who posted the original comments wants to remain anonymous - but other then that his name is "Uncle Bingo"... it's a bit long, so ignore it if you don't want to read

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uncle bingo said...
There is no planned delay in the schedule for JLA. IESB is just chasing the latest red herring. They've basically been put out of the "circle of trust" for the time being. The WGA strike has little to no impact on the film. Miller and Osborne will handle any rewrites that come up, without a credit for it of course, and they'll also hire "script assistants" if need be who aren't part of the WGA. Another reason you wont see a delay in the filming is that there's a potential SAG and Director's union strike looming this summer as well, so they need to finish shooting by late June.

The "wheels of Justice" are in motion so to speak. Sets are being built, people are getting prepped, actors are still being signed. Some second unit stuff is starting to happen.

No updates on the big "hold up" that I talked about in my last post. Still a waiting game there but its likely a formality at this point as the WGA continues to shoot itself in the foot.

I see that bit made its way to some corners of the web as well. Why post it here? Well, for one I enjoy the site and its intended purpose, even if the commentary is at times lude and crass at best.

Secondly, not to many will take it seriously enough to post on the big news sites which doesn't risk jeopardizing things going on at the moment unlike our "friend" Mr. Sanchez who's REALLY worn out his welcome. I can also help shed some light on things but not take the heat that comes with it since this is one of the few sites that allows anonymous posting and can't track an IP.

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As for the new Superman, LR was right that it will likely be the guy that plays him in JLA, provided of course, that movie has the right profit %'s going for it. Welling was the original choice and some expected a deal to be made (right around the time IESB broke the story) but he couldn't get out from under the thumb of the show's producers, even though they were offered compensation, so he was nixed. A second candidate was agreed upon in some capacity shortly before the WGA struck. Its one of the other rumored names you've all heard (that I cant mention at risk of completely outing myself since very few people know this suffice it to say its a BAD choice). There was even a set casting announcement scheduled around Thanksgiving.

However once it became evident that the WGA strike was going to go for the long haul, this actor then in effect became "Plan B." The studio now wanted to play a waiting game to see how long the strike would last b/c if it goes past a certain point, Welling then shakes free of his commitment to the Smallville producers and WB feels they can snag him for the role in JLA and perhaps beyond without having to pay the Smallville producers a cent.

The whole delay in a casting announcement for JLA, which is now a little over a month away from beginning filming, is due to WB waiting to see who their Superman is going to be. "Plan B" guy is all set and ready to go and has even been on a training regimen and fitted for a costume at WETA. However, WB REALLY wants Welling because he's the more marketable name and has a large following the spans multiple demographics and will appeal to more fans.

The drop dead point for Smallville to cancel the rest of their season is fast approaching in the next few days. (Obviously the strike isnt ending anytime soon so thats more a "when" than an "if" at this point). Once that happens, Welling and the rest of the cast become free agents for the duration of the strike or if the strike ends than until late next July when an 8th Smallville season would start, giving Welling ample time to film the movie.

Granted, they still need to sign him once Smallville goes into hibernation but iIve been told WB isnt messing around and has a big time offer out there for him, as well as offers for other films to help alleviate any type-casting concerns. From what I was told, "he'd be an utter fool, to say 'No' that that."

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**~anni~** · 01-09-2008, 02:39 AM

Thanks for all the news, Jess

It's still all very confusing, but at the same time I still have hope that everything starts the way they planned it! *crosses fingers*

rich10 · 01-09-2008, 05:03 AM

So the movie(Adam) is safe? Uh, this is so chaotic. It's like.. you don't know who to trust. Thanks for posting those, Jess.

**Captain Oatsocute** · 01-09-2008, 05:27 AM

Thanks for the updates Jess. As long as Adam's safe then I'm not worrying too much about all the other stuff, it just hurts my brain too much.

NZOCFan · 01-10-2008, 03:25 AM

I know this is WB's biggest movie n all, but it would be great if they opened their mouths! It would be great for everyone. Haters or no haters.