The Comic: Whilst there are a whole host of comic-books dealing with super-powers, there aren't quite so many that cover good old-fashioned magic. Doctor Strange is different however, following the adventures of the titular Sorcerer Supreme, "the mightiest magician in the cosmos", as he pits his wits against the evil god-tyrant, Dormammu.
The Movie Version: We'd love to see Marvel turn their attentions to the magical side of comic-book lore. Thor proved that even the most outlandish of source material can be swallowed if presented with a pinch of humour and visual flair, so we don't see why this one couldn't be equally successful.
Dream Director: Neil Burger did an excellent job of capturing the awe and wonder of the master sorcerer in the perennially underrated The Illusionist, while his work on contemporary fantasy Limitless was similarly impressive.
Cast: Viggo Mortensen has both the gravitas and the air of mystery to pull off the part of Strange. As for his nemesis Dormammu, a hugely intelligent but wildly arrogant entity, we'd nominate Benedict Cumberbatch for the role.
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Hadouken76
Apr 25th 2012, 9:25
Olga Kuryekno would make a more authentic Black Widow, than the attractive but performance-stunted and monotone Johansson. Deadpool deserves better than his 'end boss' role in Wolverine. Couldnt they have rebooted Daredevil instead of Spiderman?
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SiMan
Apr 25th 2012, 12:34
I thought the Civil story arc was one of the best i've read from marvel, but i think its too big to fit into a movie, especially as it leads into the Secert Invasion and Dark Reign (which is also really good) arcs and isn't really resolved until the Siege storyline. I think it would work better if they had a 'Marvel Universe' tv show, but that's probably wishful thinking.
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SiMan
Apr 25th 2012, 12:34
I thought the Civil story arc was one of the best i've read from marvel, but i think its too big to fit into a movie, especially as it leads into the Secert Invasion and Dark Reign (which is also really good) arcs and isn't really resolved until the Siege storyline. I think it would work better if they had a 'Marvel Universe' tv show, but that's probably wishful thinking.
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SiMan
Apr 25th 2012, 12:36
Oh, and i also still have an issue with the same actor playing two different characters from the same comic book universe (i'm shaking my fist at you Chris Evans!) - so sorry Idris Elba, you can't play Luke Cage.
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FBRMilhem
Apr 25th 2012, 16:06
Oh c'mon! No Havok vs. Wolverine?
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neodouche
Apr 25th 2012, 16:32
Silver Surfer. Deserves a better crack of the whip than those awful FF movies.
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robspare
Apr 26th 2012, 11:22
I think Idris Elba is awesome, but apart from the fact that he's already played two different characters in the Marvel Universe, surely Michael Jai White is perfect casting for either a 70's era Luke Cage or a more up to date version?!
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robspare
Apr 26th 2012, 11:23
I think Idris Elba is awesome, but apart from the fact that he's already played two different characters in the Marvel Universe, surely Michael Jai White is perfect casting for either a 70's era Luke Cage or a more up to date version?!
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KerrAvon
Apr 27th 2012, 11:05
Your idea for Captain Britain actually sounds really interesting. It would be good to see how Cap would deal with the rampant corruption and the riots from last year. Would he be a government paid whipping boy or a drunk in a pub watching Britain crumble around him.
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FBNEsquivel
Apr 28th 2012, 22:42
only if its done my marvel, i mean hollywood f****d up with ghost rider, F4 and X-men
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