Thomas Sangster Front-Runner in TinTin Casting

The 17-year old Brit is the top candidate for the leading role in the Spielberg and Jackson directed motion-capture trilogy.
by Larry_Chimp_Man

It was around this time last year that Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson announced that they would team up to bring TinTin to the silver screen (read about it HERE). It's hard not to take notice when two great directors team up for a project and my interest spiked when I heard the two big names would both be involved. However, very little information on the film has surfaced since last March and my excitement has dwindled. That has all changed as The Daily Mail have revealed that actor Thomas Sangster is the front-runner for the lead role in the motion-capture animated trilogy.



Sangster has quite a few films under his belt, considering his young age of 17, including Love Actually, Nanny McPhee, and Tristan + Isolde. He's also done quite a bit of work for British television and made-for-TV movies.

I'm not sure what to make of this casting rumour. Sangster would definitely not be my first choice if I was in charge but it's hard to predict how he'll fare in motion-capture. Maybe they'll make him look a tad older or change some of his physical features ala Ray Winstone in Beowulf.

What do you guys think of this heavy favourite for the role of TinTin? Is Sangster the right actor for the role? Post a comment and let me know what you think.

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Benicio Del Toro as The Wolf Man

Entertainment Weekly has released the first image of the Oscar-winning actor in full Wolf Man garb.
by Larry_Chimp_Man


This is pretty cool. The first picture of Benicio Del Toro as The Wolf Man has surfaced online and it looks great. The character is flowing with hair and defitely looks like he has a hatred brewing. While this is definitely a meaner Wolf Man than found in the 1941 film it certainly shares a similar look with the one found in the original flick. Makeup artist Rick Baker (An American Werewolf in London, Hellboy) has done a terrific job. Check out the image below.



I'm so glad Joe Johnston and Universal decided against using a CGI Wolf Man. Practical effects are always the way to go with a film like this. Makeup and prosthetics will usually withstand the test of time, CGI rarely does.

The Wolf Man is currently shooting in the UK. It will hit theatres on February 13th, 2009.

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Michael Cera is Scott Pilgrim

The Ontario-born comedian will play the lead in Edgar Wright's comic series adaptation.
by Larry_Chimp_Man

I have not yet let myself enter the world of Scott Pilgrim. I've read a few pages here and there and have enjoyed what I've seen and wanted to jump on board the series but haven't yet done so. While I've clearly been missing the boat with this comic series Edgar Wright has been enjoying it immensely and has plans to direct a feature-film adaptation. Yesterday he cast his lead.



Michael Cera, known for his roles in Arrested Development, Superbad, and Juno, will play Scott Pilgrim. The film, along with the comic series, follow Pilgrim as he must defeat his seven nemeses in order to win the heart of his dream girl.



I'm an absolutely enormous fan of Edgar Wright. He is, without a doubt, one of the best young directors of today and I have thoroughly enjoyed everything he's done thus far. Shaun of the Dead is one of my favourite films, we're talking top 10 material. Hot Fuzz and Spaced are excellent as well. Wright has proven he can be funny but also tell a great story. Pair him with Cera and we've got the perfect team for Scott Pilgrim.

I wonder who Wright will cast in the film's supporting roles? Is there a spot for Jonah Hill in the cast?

I'll be keeping my eyes peeled and focused on this project. Check back to MediaZEALOT as we'll keep you updated on the film.

Haven't read Scott Pilgrim but want to pick it up? Click HERE to buy the books over at Amazon.

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