7/13/2018 index.html 4 Creatives I Want to See Inducted Into Marvel Movies
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So we got some pretty big news this weekend regarding the future of the #MCU. More goodies from Thor: Ragnarok, a seriously imposing Black Panther poster, more details on The Defenders, and So. Many. Infinity. Wars. Spoilers. Holy cow that's a lot. But before we dive into all of that, I want to take a step back and geek about something else.
We often talk a lot in fan culture about who we'd want to play this or that character, who'd be best suited to put on the tights and play our favorite superheroes. Sometimes you strike gold and get yourself a Ryan Reynolds-lead Deadpool. Other times, you get... Well, you get a Ryan Reynolds-side-piece we-don't-talk-about-this-in-polite- company, no-that's-not-really-what-you're-going-to-call-him, oh-jeez-I-guess-you-are #Deadpool in X-Men: Origins (or was that just a fever dream I had?). What we don't often seem to converse on are the finer details: who would you want to write these movies? Who should be doing the music, the world-building? Who could come in to train the actors and give their performance that extra layer of panache?
So that's what I want to dive into today: my picks for four artists I'd like to see be brought on board to help with the #Marvel flicks. Now, note that I choose both of these phrases very carefully: these aren't just actors and we aren't just talking MCU. Grant me at least these liberties, folks! 1. Doc Hammer & Jackson Publick Should Be Writing Scripts
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Oh yeah, we're going deep, folks. Best known as the creative powerhouses behind the Adult Swim series The Venture Bros, Eric "Doc" Hammer and Chris McCulloch, aka Jackson Publick, have been vying for that sweet Marvel attention for years. And boy do they deserve it. With six seasons of animated bliss under their belt, these two have already proven they can write quippy, action-packed dialogue to rival Whedon's best, the understand the intricacies of the super hero game like nobody's business, and they can make you care about even the smallest character in the blink of an eye. Doc and Jackson have a ridiculous eye for detail, and their clever wit and fiery satire would blend seamlessly into the establishment of the MCU.
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Best fit: Doctor Strange
” file:///C:/Users/Ben/Documents/Creators.co%20Articles/4330373/index.html 2/5 7/13/2018 index.html This one's an easy shot, since the pair have literally been begging to be given the rights to the character for years. It comes up at least once or twice a year while they're doing commentary for Venture Bros episodes, and they clearly have a storied history with the character and his wacky world. Hell, they even created one of their most beloved characters, Dr. Orpheus, as a send-up to the Sorcerer Supreme! I get that we've already had one film with ol' Stephen, and Dan Harmon got to fix that one up a bit, but throw Doc and and Jackson a bone and let them run wild with the sequel! If not that, then tapping them for work on the Marvel TV equivalent of DC's Powerless would probably be the next best bet. Maybe let them write a show about D-list supervillains trying to work their way up? I'm sure they could make comedy out of anything you put in their hands, Marvel! 2. Tyr Should Be Scoring & Providing Cultural Insight
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Hold the heathen hammer high! This is a challenge I've been holding out for a while now, because I really think these guys need more attention, and I think Marvel could use their help. And the franchise they'd be best suited to should come as no surprise.
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Best fit: Thor
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Obviously the Norse Metal band should work alongside the Norse god of thunder. Now, I totally understand that the Thor of the comic books and movies isn't really the same character of Snorri's Poetic Edda and the other mythological relics we have from the Nordic tribes. Hell, his three partners in crime, Volstagg, Hogun, and Fandral, have more in common with comedic characters from Shakespeare than anything the real Thor would've encountered. But that doesn't mean we can't inject some more heart into these films, as-is, and sneak in some learning.
From the latest Ragnarok trailer, it's obvious that the crew is going for more of that 80's prog-rock cover look, so it's only a short step to the beautiful classical-inspired imagery used by Tyr. Not only that, but the band is from the Faroe Islands, one of the few countries that still speaks a language close to that of Old Norse. Many of their songs are still sung entirely in the traditional tongue, and the lead singer, Heri Joensen, is an outspoken proponent of accuracy of all things Nordic, even having influenced History channel's Vikings after catching issues with their pronunciation and other historical fallacies.
But really, try and tell me you don't want to see a fight or at least a trailer set to that awesome catalog? 3. D-Piddy Should Cameo
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I'm cheatin aaaaalll up in this motha! Not only am I tagging D-Piddy less for his artistic talent (which is amazingly high, by the way. No offense, sir), but I'm also not looking to slot him into the MCU proper. This is why proper word choice is important, children.
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Best fit: Deadpool
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I mean, what else was he supposed to show up in? C'mon. You could argue that maybe he could cameo in a Spider-Man flick, which is still a stretch, though not as much these days, but I don't think that'd be as exciting as having him play against the character that got him the most fame. If you don't know who D-Piddy is, then first jump over to his YouTube page, go educate yourself for a few minutes, then come back. Trust me, you'll be a better person for the adventure.
Back with us? Great.
So yes, the Merc With the Moves is a highly talented cosplayer who got big by making better and better Deadpool costumes and constantly increasing his level of wackiness, never breaking character. He doesn't show his face, doesn't talk, and always plays well with others (especially children, as I'm sure you've noticed). He's just a generally hilarious guy, and you can tell he enjoys the craft and really understands the souls of the characters he inhabits.
That's why I think it'd be great to just drop him into Deadpool 2. Doesn't have to be anything huge, just bring him on set for a day, have him come in costume, record him doing a bit with Reynolds where the two get mistaken for each other, or maybe the real Deadpool knows about D-Piddy's antics in our world... I don't know, you guys are the professionals; don't let me do all your work for free! Just put this kid on screen! 4. Iko Uwais Should Spruce Up Those Fight Scenes
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Alright, enough with the antics - let's go out with a real killer stroke. If you don't know the name Iko Uwais, I'm hoping you know his face. If not... well, boy oh boy, are you in for a treat. This Indonesian fighter right here is an up-and-coming star of intense action flicks coming out of Southeast Asia from about the past decade. A highly- trained silat fighter, he gained notoriety in the West for his work on The Raid films (both of which I highly recommend, if you're a fan of martial arts movies). He does all his own stunts and trains most of the rest of his cast members to help choreograph the amazing fights they put to film.
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Best fit: Captain America, Daredevil
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Honestly, Iko could be tapped for any of the street-level team, or any super hero who primarily fights hand-to-hand. He knows how to properly set the flow of any combat where the challengers have to be intimately close, but still have it read well to an audience. Just take this legendary fight from The Raid 2:
You can imagine how Iko could make even something as ridiculous as the Wrecking Crew look intense on screen!
What's more, this talented choreographer of carnage has already been on Disney's bankroll! That's right, if you're one of the millions who went to see The Force Awakens in 2015, then you've already met Iko Uwais and his pal, Yayan Ruhian, as one of the groups of bounty hunters who came after Chewie and Han! So it's not a major leap of faith to think that the Marvel execs could use those same contacts to bring him and his team over for some extra work.
So those are my quick thoughts on the subject - a few under-appreciated talents I think could really bolster the various Marvel properties already in the works and yet to be revealed. Who do you think could be brought aboard to make the movies a better place? Let me know in the comments, and I'll see you soon!
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