Jim Caviezel as SUPERMAN!!! by CrevanReaver

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Jim Caviezel as SUPERMAN!!!

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Monday, August 30, 2004 12:47 PM

According to several sources Caviezel has been casted for the role of Superman or at least is a major front-runner to wear the blue tights!

http://www.superherohype.com/superman/index.php?id=1939

http://www.millarworld.net/index.php?showtopic=37644&st=0&#entry806022

http://breakingnews.iol.ie/entertainment/story.asp?j=133947060&p=y3394
789x&n=133947973

I for one would be happy with JC playing the Man of Steel. Although he is older than all of the previous potential Supermans, he definately has the looks and height for the role. And on top of that we know he can most certainly act. It would especially be great and fitting for the man most famous for portraying Jesus Christ portraying Superman.

Caviezel was actually considered for the role a couple of years ago. Around the same time he was filming The Passion of the Christ.

http://filmforce.ign.com/superman/articles/378/378216p1.html

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Monday, August 30, 2004 12:54 PM

I think I can get behind that casting decision. Helluva lot better than Nicholas Cage. Y'all should rent "An Evening with Kevin Smith" (aka Silent Bob), wherein he talks about being brought in to write the Superman movie and the shaky start of that project.

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Monday, August 30, 2004 2:42 PM

Another site is reporting it as well!

http://www.moviespoilers.net/Index.html

According to them, A statement should be made soon anouncing that Jim Caviezel will be the next Superman.

I hope its true.

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Monday, August 30, 2004 5:52 PM

nononononononoNO!

He is way too old! Superman needs to look like he's in his late 20's , early 30's. Caviezel, on his best day, looks at least 40. He's all scarred up facially (which of course I know isn't his fault), and has no chin! Superman must have a chin!

I say Boo!

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Monday, August 30, 2004 8:07 PM

Caviezel will turn 36 on September 26th. I actually think he looks younger than his age. Any of these scars you claim he has can be covered with make-up, and he does have a strong chin. It really depends on what angle you see him from. From most angles he looks exactly what I'd expect Superman to look like. There was a picture of him in Newsweek magazine just before The Passion of the Christ came out. When I first saw the picture I remember thinking of Clark Kent or Bruce Wayne.

Besides, on any day Caviezel still looks more like Clark Kent than Brendan Fraser does.

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Tuesday, August 31, 2004 4:09 AM

I'd still like to see Paul Gross (Constable Fraiser from Due South) in the role.

Really, Const. Fraiser basically was Superman, just without powers and wearing an RCMP uniform. Plus he has that whole "nice guy country boy" act down.

Plus it'd fit the whole nationalistic "Canadian Connection" motif, since one of Superman's creators was Canadian.

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Tuesday, August 31, 2004 5:13 AM

Oh yes, Paul Gross. Luverly! < sigh >

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Tuesday, August 31, 2004 5:37 AM

Nope. No chin and a tiny head.

Well I'm not in charge of the casting but if I were I'd go for an unknown. Like they did with Christopher Reeve. He's still the quintessential Supe. I would like to see them cast a newbie in the role.

By the way, I agree with you all about Nic Cage and Brendan Fraser. Bad, bad choices.

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Tuesday, August 31, 2004 5:57 AM

Caveziel was great in "Ride With the Devil." Haven't seen the Jesus movie.

Dan

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Tuesday, August 31, 2004 5:59 AM

CHRONICTHEHEDGEHOG

Harry over at AICN has said it's not true and though he's pushing for the part, he hasn't been officially offered anything yet.

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Tuesday, August 31, 2004 10:46 AM

I believe in solving problems, not sharing them.

Well, if he DOES get the part, does this mean he's typecast?

And after playing JC and Superman, what do you do for an encore???

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Tuesday, August 31, 2004 4:22 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by SignyM:
... after playing JC and Superman, what do you do for an encore???

You probably win a well-deserved Oscar.

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Wednesday, September 1, 2004 7:18 AM

Found this webpage -

http://www.rottentomatoes.com/vine/archive/index.php/t-361182

It had really funny similarities between Jesus and Superman.

They both:

- Came from above
- Adopted as a baby
- Died for mankind
- Came back with flashy new gimmicks
- Tortured by a rich and powerful bald dude with double initials.
- etc.

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Thursday, September 2, 2004 7:31 AM

From http://www.superherohype.com/superman/index.php?id=1950

On Monday, comic book writer Mark Millar revealed he had learned that Jim Caviezel ("The Count of Monte Cristo," "The Passion of The Christ") had officially been cast as Superman in the new Bryan Singer-directed adaptation at Warner Bros.

Millar's scoop was followed the next day with an apparent debunking by Harry Knowles at Ain't-It-Cool-News, who said that Caviezel had not been cast and wasn't even being considered. He added that Tom Welling was also out of the running.

Mark Millar has answered though, and at his official website today posted...

Just to hammer home how confident I am as regards my source (pretty much as good as it gets), I will personally write a cheque to charity for 1000 dollars from my Wolverine royalties (Wolverine 20 and 21 out October 2004) if Jim Caviezel isn't cast as Superman on the day principal photography starts. Warners may have a couple of PR stunts planned prior to the final announcement, but this is a bet that Jim C is standing there in a Superman costume once the cameras start rolling.

Very interesting! We'll see what Warner Bros. has to say about this, so far we haven't received an answer from the studio regarding the casting.

http://www.millarworld.net/index.php?showtopic=37849

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Thursday, September 2, 2004 7:41 AM

I never thought of Paul Gross as Superman, but I bet he could pull it off.

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Thursday, September 2, 2004 9:48 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by britchick:
Oh yes, Paul Gross. Luverly!

Quote:
Originally posted by CSStrowbridge:
I never thought of Paul Gross as Superman, but I bet he could pull it off.

I did some research and I found out that Paul Gross is 45 years old. Even I have to admit that's a little too old to start Superman off. I have nothing against Paul, but I simply think Jim would be a better choice.

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Thursday, September 2, 2004 1:10 PM

The word is spreading!

http://breakingnews.iol.ie/entertainment/story.asp?j=116237252&p=yy6z3
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Thursday, September 2, 2004 4:46 PM

FIREFLYWILDCARD1

I have yet to see The Passion of the Christ, but out of all Caviezel's movies I liked him best in Frequency. That was a wonderful movie!

I think he'd make a great Superman. I'd definitely go see the movie then.

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Thursday, September 2, 2004 5:15 PM

The challenge has been accepted!

http://www.aintitcool.com/display.cgi?id=18264

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Friday, September 3, 2004 3:30 AM

Quote:
I did some research and I found out that Paul Gross is 45 years old.

PAUL GROSS IS 45 YEARS OLD!?!?!

Wow, looks good for a man in his mid-40s.

Anyhoo, if age is a big concern, Jim Caviezel is going to be in his 40s by the time the third movie start filming as well.

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Friday, September 3, 2004 11:23 AM

FIREFLYWILDCARD1

Doesn't Superman age? Clark Kent would have to show aging, so it might be best to have someone in their 30s (now) cast so that we can see the change in age. I know it can be done with makeup and stuff, but I always like real change better. I think the most notable change in age, once one is past their teens/early 20s, is between 30s and 40s.

But hey, it's Superman. As long as the person has acting talent, I really don't care.

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Friday, September 3, 2004 3:11 PM

No, I dont think Superman ages (that much), they say in the comics it is due to his Kryptonian dna.

(on the other hand, what would happen if Batman died and Superman was stil alive?)

Also, I think Superman DOES age, just very slowly.

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Friday, September 3, 2004 4:03 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by lilembassy:
... I think Superman DOES age, just very slowly.

I remember reading at one time in an issue of the Superman comic that the average natural lifespan of a Kryptonian is a little over 200 years.

I've read that now in the comics, Superman is always supposed to be in his late-30s. And it is traditional Superman canon that Clark Kent began his career as Superman at the age of 28.

I think Caviezel could pass for 28.

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Sunday, September 5, 2004 4:40 AM

Who is this person, Caviezel? Me not so much with the hip, so I don't even know who he is.

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Sunday, September 5, 2004 4:42 AM

R U a fan of Alan Moore?

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Sunday, September 5, 2004 4:43 AM

Cute! I like it!

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Sunday, September 5, 2004 4:12 PM

FIREFLYWILDCARD1

Quote:
Originally posted by lilembassy:
Who is this person, Caviezel? Me not so much with the hip, so I don't even know who he is.

Caviezel plays Jesus in The Passion of the Christ. He was also the lead actor in Frequency, The Count of Monte Cristo, and starred in a few others. He's in his mid 30s now. But I don't think he looks that old. I too think he could pass for 28.

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Sunday, September 19, 2004 10:36 AM

James Caviezel would be an amazing Superman! Unfortunately, the latest rumor floating in the internet is that Bryan Singer wants a young actor to be casts as Superman. Lets just hope those that rumor is false, Harry Knowles is wrong and Millar was right and Caviezel really does have the role.

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Sunday, September 19, 2004 1:56 PM

As fanservicey as this sounds, I genuinely think Smallville actor Tom Welling should continue on as Superman, he is approaching the right age, he can pull it off! He was born for this role! Also i would love to keep Michael Rosenbaum on board as Lex Luthor, i think he's done a -fantastic- job humanizing Lex while still protraying all the things that lead to Lex Luthor villaindom. :) None of the other acotrs though, except maybe the Kents... new life for Clark!

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Sunday, September 19, 2004 2:17 PM

What would be really smart to do would be to wait until Smallville ends to make the Superman movie. Then they can make the movie a spin-off of the series.

The movie would be about how Clark finally becomes Superman after all those years in Smallville. Michael McKean would actually reprise his role as Perry White and of course Lex would finally become the villain he was destined to be.

That would be great. It would give the Superman movie, more seriousness with it already having such a detailed backstory in a television series that lasted possibly seven years.

Of course, then again they could still go with casting Caviezel!

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Sunday, September 19, 2004 3:09 PM

Lunakitty, you're right, and it probably won't happen, but I could see Tom Welling in the role very easily. As a matter of fact, I can't think of even one other actor that I'd like to see instead of him. I'm not particularly a Smallville fan, but from what I've seen, he does a very convincing Super - um - man? And he certainly fits the look. But hey, I liked Dean Cain's portrayal also. (Please don't throw various meats and fruits at me!)

The thing about Lex is, I wouldn't like to see him become the teeth-gnashing uber-villain Luthor. I LIKE how he is on the show. Kind of sympathetic, and kinda sexy too.

I absolutely hate the idea of Caviezel playing Supes. As I've stated here before, he's a chinless wonder, and doesn't fit my idea of Superman at ALL.

You know, maybe they wouldn't have to even HAVE Lex in the movie. Give this one to one of the other super-villains. Then in a few years when Rosenbaum's Lex is not so fresh in our minds, recast Luthor for the inevitable sequel.

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Sunday, September 19, 2004 3:14 PM

Yes i LOVE how Lex is now... it tears me up knowing what he is destined to become... (The psychic fortune telling episode of Smallville makes me so upset!).

I won't throw anything at you---i really liked Dean Cain too... and the man they had as Perry White was great too!

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Sunday, September 19, 2004 3:48 PM

I wonder who will be Lois?

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Sunday, September 19, 2004 5:31 PM

How about our very own Inara/Morena Baccarin? I think she has enough edge to her to be awesome.

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Monday, September 20, 2004 3:26 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by Lunakitty:
How about our very own Inara/Morena Baccarin?

Not a bad idea!

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Tuesday, October 5, 2004 5:11 PM

A few days ago, the whole story was apparently solved!

http://www.superman-v.com/mystery.php

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Tuesday, October 5, 2004 6:12 PM

You know, I believe there's currently a "curse" on both roles of Jesus and Superman...I don't currently have any details to back this, but considering what has happened to at least some previous Superman actors like George Reeve and Christopher Reeves, I think its got at least a bit of merit....

So how does that sit for Caviezel?

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Saturday, October 9, 2004 12:32 PM

I know about the alleged Superman curse, but what curse is there suppose to be on the role of Jesus?

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Wednesday, October 13, 2004 12:29 PM

Caviezel has spoke out!

http://www.iesb.net/movies2/movie101204c.htm

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Friday, October 15, 2004 9:10 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by CrevanReaver:
According to several sources Caviezel has been casted for the role of Superman or at least is a major front-runner to wear the blue tights!

http://www.superherohype.com/superman/index.php?id=1939

http://www.millarworld.net/index.php?showtopic=37644&st=0&#entry806022

http://breakingnews.iol.ie/entertainment/story.asp?j=133947060&p=y3394
789x&n=133947973

I for one would be happy with JC playing the Man of Steel. Although he is older than all of the previous potential Supermans, he definately has the looks and height for the role. And on top of that we know he can most certainly act. It would especially be great and fitting for the man most famous for portraying Jesus Christ portraying Superman.

Caviezel was actually considered for the role a couple of years ago. Around the same time he was filming The Passion of the Christ.

http://filmforce.ign.com/superman/articles/378/378216p1.html

Well after seeing The Passion of the Christ and his picture as Clark Kent, I too must agree. I think he would make a great Man Of Steel. But No one can replace Chris Reeves.

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Friday, October 15, 2004 9:44 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Kansas:
Well after seeing The Passion of the Christ and his picture as Clark Kent, I too must agree. I think he would make a great Man Of Steel. But No one can replace Chris Reeves.

I completely agree with all of that!

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Saturday, October 16, 2004 5:24 PM

(My Apologies, but I just couldn't resist)

Jim Caviezel as Superman!? Christopher Reeve would be rolling in his grave! Well... I guess not rolling...

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Saturday, October 16, 2004 5:56 PM

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Originally posted by fivebyfive:
Jim Caviezel as Superman!? Christopher Reeve would be rolling in his grave!

Why? What on Earth is wrong with Jim Caviezel?

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