slikmar Posted April 17, 2020 Report Share Posted April 17, 2020 I thought that Mordo was a, if not friend, student rival of Strange and it was that the Ancient One chose Strange that turned Mordo to evil. I like the movie version of Mordo and I think his motivation, though a skewed absolute (which is sort of the Ancient One's point) at least makes sense for a fanatic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Liaden Posted April 18, 2020 Report Share Posted April 18, 2020 In the original Dr. Strange origin story Karl Mordo was apprentice to the Ancient One when Stephen Strange arrived at Kamar-Taj; but Mordo had already made a bargain with Dormammu to try to kill the Ancient One. Strange witnessed the Ancient One fighting off their attack, and it was that demonstration of the supernatural that prompted Strange to become the Ancient One's new apprentice. Mordo was jealous of Strange, though, particularly when Strange became Sorcerer Supreme. I also prefer movie Mordo, a good but inflexible man who felt deceived and betrayed by the person he'd devoted his life to. Classic Baron Mordo is a bit too mustache-twirly for my taste. Ranxerox, Pattern Ghost, pinecone and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt the Bruins Posted April 20, 2020 Report Share Posted April 20, 2020 Clea was extra pinup babe-esque in her early depictions, but I'd rather have the role go to a pretty enough actor who can knock my socks off with the depth of her performance than a model "actress" who looks exactly the part but can't act her way out of a paper bag. (See the approach taken with January Jones and Olivia Munn in the X-Men movies.) They can cast Emily Blunt as any remaining character in the Dr. Strange roster and I'll be happy to watch her. On 4/15/2020 at 9:01 AM, Grailknight said: I will start one for Johnny Depp as Nightmare. All his movies with Tim Burton are essentially a demo reel for the character! Lord Liaden 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Liaden Posted April 20, 2020 Report Share Posted April 20, 2020 Johnny Depp has gotten lazy, descending into repeated self-parody for the sake of a paycheck (which it does sound like he could really use these days). If he actively campaigned for the role I might accept that he really wants it and would be committed to giving it his best. Otherwise I'd rather pass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Liaden Posted April 20, 2020 Report Share Posted April 20, 2020 43 minutes ago, Matt the Bruins said: Clea was extra pinup babe-esque in her early depictions, but I'd rather have the role go to a pretty enough actor who can knock my socks off with the depth of her performance than a model "actress" who looks exactly the part but can't act her way out of a paper bag. (See the approach taken with January Jones and Olivia Munn in the X-Men movies.) They can cast Emily Blunt as any remaining character in the Dr. Strange roster and I'll be happy to watch her. Personally, I find Emily Blunt has a bit of an unearthly appearance which may suit her better to Clea than stereotypical prettiness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
assault Posted April 20, 2020 Report Share Posted April 20, 2020 Sounds like Eva Green would be ideal. She's two years older than Blunt, but combines acting experience and hotness in pleasant proportions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slikmar Posted April 20, 2020 Report Share Posted April 20, 2020 I'd rather see Eva as a Morgan Le Fey. I think she would be spectacular. Lord Liaden, pinecone and assault 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zslane Posted April 21, 2020 Report Share Posted April 21, 2020 4 hours ago, Matt the Bruins said: I'd rather have the role go to a pretty enough actor who can knock my socks off with the depth of her performance than a model "actress" who looks exactly the part but can't act her way out of a paper bag. Well, fortunately Feige does not face such a binary choice. There are plenty of beautiful women out there with acting talent sufficient to carry off a role like Clea. Feige does not need a Meryl Streep for this. He really only requires an actress who can embody this particular role convincingly, even if she will never win an Oscar in her lifetime, just like, say, Gal Gadot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Liaden Posted April 21, 2020 Report Share Posted April 21, 2020 And at this point, any actor who isn't already an A-lister would be a fool to turn down a major role in a Marvel movie. You'll make good money, get lots of exposure, probably enjoy the experience, and maybe even find some long-term job security. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt the Bruins Posted April 21, 2020 Report Share Posted April 21, 2020 I'm sure Eva Green would do great as Morgan Le Fay, but Clea's presence in the narrative opens the door for a more central Dr. Strange foe: Umar the Unspeakable. Whom Green would be PERFECT for. Lord Liaden, Pattern Ghost, pinecone and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywind Posted April 21, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 21, 2020 From what I've seen Nightmare is the villain of the piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Liaden Posted April 21, 2020 Report Share Posted April 21, 2020 Which makes perfect sense. Nightmare is right after Dormammu at the top of Strange's rogues gallery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt the Bruins Posted April 22, 2020 Report Share Posted April 22, 2020 Yep. With Baron Mordo rounding out the trifecta of his most iconic enemies. If Mordo's not a main villain in the second one, he almost surely will be in the third. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywind Posted April 22, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2020 From what I've gathered, Mordo is the catalyst that puts Strange and Nightmare at odds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywind Posted April 22, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 22, 2020 They're also listing it as a Horror. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
death tribble Posted April 22, 2020 Report Share Posted April 22, 2020 Phase 4 is supposed to be about horror which would also fit in with the New Mutants film. Just a thought Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattingly Posted April 23, 2020 Report Share Posted April 23, 2020 Doctor Strange 3: The Bill Comes Due Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
death tribble Posted April 23, 2020 Report Share Posted April 23, 2020 You don't mean Beta Ray Bill ? Excellent ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywind Posted April 24, 2020 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2020 13 hours ago, mattingly said: Doctor Strange 3: The Bill Comes Due Yes, but will Mordo send Luke Cage to collect on it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza Posted April 24, 2020 Report Share Posted April 24, 2020 Probably Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattingly Posted April 24, 2020 Report Share Posted April 24, 2020 With Moon Knight right behind... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Starlord Posted April 25, 2020 Report Share Posted April 25, 2020 Untitled in May 2023 looks awesome, if they can get a great director, great actors and a great script it may be the best Marvel movie ever. Heck, it might even surpass Untitled from October 2022. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazza Posted April 25, 2020 Report Share Posted April 25, 2020 Oh c'mon. we all know that Untitled from 3rd November is the best Marvel movie ever made. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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