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There Was A Different Idea: An MCU Producer Quest

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Titanic Toxicity said:
Could we have Buckys death be somewhat ambiguous? Like what if some of us like and want to use the Winter Soldier?
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If you guys want the death to be ambiguous then sure, I can leave the option open to use Winter Soldier in the future. Same with Red Skull as he will seemingly disintegrate when handling the Tessaract, so it's all ambiguous there in case you guys want to use them in the future and have an idea about it.

By the way guys, Since Avengers is the last movie of the phase what we're going to do is finish Captain America completely before we go for it.

You alright with that?
 
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When Captain America... - Script+Casting Call: Captain America (December 2010)
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    • The Winning Vote said:
    [x] Plan: Zemo vs Nefaria
    -[x] [Bucky] Bucky dies midways into the mission to HYDRA's Main Base; he does so by saving Captain America's life.
    -[x] [Red Skull] The Red Skull will meet his end in the final confrontation against Captain America.
    -[x] [Zemo] Zemo will survive and escape the final confrontation against Captain America.
    -[x] [Retroactive Casting] Gabriel Macht
    -[x] [Captain America] There is Something Else or Some Scene we should add to this film (Write In)
    --[x] Niccolò "Nick" Nefaria's return to Italy is celebrated as well as his reclamation of his count status, now he's in an even better position than before the war.
    ---[x] Perhaps he also learns about the Tesseract's existence from somewhere in the movie, maybe writes an entry for it in a journal that is passed down in his family so it's explicitly shown to the audience?
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    December 2010

    Script Quality #1 =     112

    …What the fuck

    You're not going to lie, you had been prepared for this to last months, to even make it an entire year, you'd been preparing excuses for Ike and Avi to bring to the Committee in order to excuse the delay for the Sentinel of Freedom's big debut to the big screen (The 90's movie doesn't count…the 90's movie doesn't count…the 90's movie doesn't count…). Not that you doubted Johnston skill; if the time working with him had thought you something was that the man had been clearly maligned before when they criticized his movies. The man had a clear understanding of the subject, and the incredible ability to bring an old idea and make it relevant yet still faithful to its origins. Of all Directors you're sure there was no one more suited for bringing Captain America to life.

    But even so, you had come and added more characters than could be expected, had him rewrite entire segments of the film, and even changed the villains somewhat; you were sure that at the very least he would need more time than just a couple of months to have the script ready!

    You were wrong.

    What you received was no patriotic drivel, nor was it the *shudder* abomination that was the 1990's movie, but a tightly packed action period drama, one that played to Steve Rogers greatest strengths; his convictions and heart, his leadership skills and his ability to inspire those around him. It brings to light the truth about Captain America; that in the end, it was not the Super-Soldier Serum what made him a hero, he was always one.

    And through the limited time it made sure to bring attention and development to the Commandos as they journeyed together, they are part of Steve's story and each of them bring something to the overall group; not to mention Peggy Carter, a tough, confident beautiful woman who takes no attitude from anyone (Is it wrong to feel attracted to what is clearly a fiction character? Yeah, it's weird, better cut it out.) Heck, even the characters that were supposed to serve as Side-Cast or cameos have their time to shine without feeling forced or just inserted there; Some conversations, some quips that are fun but oh so memorable…this feels almost like a love letter to all that was beautiful in Marvel in the 40s!

    And that's without discussion the villains; Red Skull, oh you've never loved to hate someone so much! The inner fan boy in you (which is not that different from your outer fan boy now that you think about it) is jumping up and down about the chance to actually do the Red Skull right! Show the maniacal yet charismatic man who can be considered Captain America's opposite and equal! Heck, no wonder Zemo is so taken with him in his adaptation; he is a brilliant man following a more brilliant man, only bailing when he sees he needs to continue the mission by himself.

    It's official, you are going to punch whoever denigrates Joe Johnston to your face. The man's a genius and you will not hear otherwise.

    Appeal = 103
    Finance = 69

    Avi agrees with you, his enthusiasm being so infectious that the entire Committee has already signed up for merchandise deals and advertising sure in the knowledge that the movie can't fail! They're nearly ready to give you as much money as you can get before Ike manages to bring them back to order and give you a more modest proposal. It's still more than enough to film what you want though.

    Casting Quality = 109

    News must have slipped about this "can't fail" production because you have received a deluge of applicants for roles! This is vindication in your mind. You have spent the last three years building up, and hammering into people's minds, the Marvel brand for Superhero movies; and, unlike Fox and the X-Men, every single one has been a sure hit.

    …Let's ignore Wonder Man for now, that one doesn't count. Fucking berk!

    Do not vote until this post is one hour old. This will give time for additional casting suggestions. Casting suggestions are appreciated.

    Casting Steve Rogers/Captain America:     The legend itself, the leader of your future Avengers team. You're not just looking for someone with muscles and the right coloration - though the blond hair and blue eyes are somewhat important in his status of a living insult to the Nazi ideology. Portraying Cap means someone has to be able to stand for the best parts of America. Leadership and compassion are as important as muscles.
    [] [Steve] Scott Eastwood – While not the greatest actor in the world he is still a hard worker and determined to always do his best in every production he's been in. The fact he started just five years ago should not deter you, he has promise.

    [] [Steve] Chris Evans - He played Johnny Storm in the... less than beloved Fantastic Four movies. He's displayed some clear talent back then and ever since. Not to mention that he certainly looks how you picture Cap.

    [] [Steve] Sebastian Stan – An actor with clear enthusiasm for the part, Stan has impressed you with his audition and what you've seen of his filmography. Your main hesitation concerns his appearance. He just doesn't look like Steve.

    [] [Steve] Luke Hemsworth – Well…he's certainly enthusiastic. While his filmography is not that impressive he does have the look. Word is his brother Chris is working for a DC movie now, so you could get the sibling at least.

    [] [Steve] John Krasinski – There are always concerns when casting an actor best known for playing a single specific character, and John Krasinski is Jim from The Office. It's a hard label to shake. He did impress you a bit on the audition though.

    [] [Steve] I'm thinking of Someone Else: (Write In)

    Casting James Buchanan "Bucky" Barnes: The original comics had him as the teen sidekick (which obviously you're not going for), though a more recent iteration has him being trained since young, or even the one who helped Steve from being bullied. You think you prefer the latter.
    [] [Bucky] Sebastian Stan – He auditioned for this part as well. That's very realistic of him, and you have to admit he does seem to fit this role more than the previous one.

    [] [Bucky] Jake Gyllenhaal – The son of director Stephen Gyllenhaal and screenwriter Naomi Foner. He once auditioned for the role of Spider-Man from what you hear.

    [] [Bucky] Jon Bernthal – Better known for his role as Shane Walsh in The Walking Dead, the man does seem to fit the look of an experienced soldier.

    [] [Bucky] Kit Harington – Currently has no previous experience, though there are rumors about a TV show to be aired, still he's really new to this.

    [] [Bucky] Ben Barnes – Hey, it's Prince Caspian! He's no stranger to Period Movies, and he's worked with Matthew Vaughn before.

    [] [Bucky] I'm thinking of Someone Else: (Write In)

    Casting Peggy Carter: An operative of the Strategic Scientific Reserve (the Allies' answer to HYDRA) and Steve's eventual love interest. You're sticking to British actresses in order to keep her accurate to her comic origins.
    [] [Carter] Katie McGrath – Known for her role as Morgana in the Hit BBC series Merlin. Hard to believe she never thought about acting before.

    [] [Carter] Hayley Atwell – She's been making waves due to her appearances in The Duchess and The Pillars of Earth. Something tells you she'd be great for the role.

    [] [Carter] Felicity Jones – She's acted since young and has expressed interest in playing something other than the love interest. This role might give her just that.

    [] [Carter] Alice Eve – Among the most unknown options under consideration, at least in the United States. She has been slowly building up a respectable resume though.

    [] [Carter] Keira Knightley – Known for her roles as Elizabeth Swann in Pirates of the Caribbean. Just like Johnny though she would be a one movie actress.

    [] [Carter] I'm thinking of Someone Else: (Write In)

    Casting Johan Schmidt/Red Skull: One of the villains of the movie. The Red Skull is undeniably the most evil villain Marvel has cast thus far. He might be portrayed as human but not as sympathetic. Charismatic perhaps, but not likeable.
    [] [Red Skull] Willem Dafoe – Well, Willem's back and he's brought the same enthusiasm that's made him famous. You're still not sure if enough time has passed though.

    [] [Red Skull] Hugo Weaving – As an Australian actor he might have some issues with the accent, but it's nothing that some training won't fix.

    [] [Red Skull] Mark Strong – Better known for playing cold, calculating villains, this British actor can also speak fluent German.

    [] [Red Skull] Dolph Lundgren – He…might be a bit recognizable, but no one can deny that he does look the part.

    [] [Red Skull] Christoph Waltz – Thanks to his role as Hans Landa in Tarantino's Inglorious Basterds you know he can play the role of a charismatic yet ruthless Nazi.

    [] [Red Skull] I'm thinking of Someone Else: (Write In)

    Casting Henrich Zemo: The second Antagonist of the film. Zemo is a zealot, a fencing Master, a cunning strategist and a brilliant scientist. It's through his plans that Bucky is seemingly killed, leading Steve into near despair.
    [] [Zemo] Christoph Waltz – Also applying for this role, Waltz feels he can work in either role, and frankly so do you.

    [] [Zemo] Michael Fassbender – Well you don't know why, but this feels like it should be ironic, don't you think? Oh well, he does look intimidating as heck.

    [] [Zemo] Oscar Isaac – A Marvel fan…of the X-Men of course. Oscar Isaac has performed well lately, and this role might just make his career grow even more.

    [] [Zemo] Daniel Bruhl – Has worked in German films, and is fluent in Catalan, Spanish, French, English and German…You feel dumb all of a sudden

    [] [Zemo] I'm thinking of Someone Else: (Write In)

    You can do up to 3 things in between the Production and Filming.

    [] Network in Hollywood for a Director for a specific movie (Roll)
    -[] Write In: Who and Which
    [] Network in Hollywood for an Actor for a specific role (Roll)
    -[] Write In: Who and Which
    [] Focus on smoothing any obstacles for the Technical Aspects of the production and filming of the movie (Costs all 3 actions)
    [] Network with Ike Perlmutter (Roll)
    [] Network with Marvel Executives (Roll)
    [] Network with your current Directors (Roll)
    -[] Which one: Write In
    [] Network with the Production Crew (Roll)
    -[] Write In: Which Movie
    [] Participate in interviews and events in order to hype future movies. (Roll)
    [] Promote a character with the Execs for one of the upcoming movies.
    -[] Write In:
    [] Convince Marvel to negotiate with the studios (Sony, Fox, Lionsgate, New Line Cinema) for the rights of a character (Roll)
    -[] Which one: Write In
    [] Investigate a bit, see what your competition is up to (Roll)
    -[] Sony
    -[] Fox
    -[] Lionsgate
    -[] Warner Studios
    [] Marvel may choose the movies you make but you can try and fight for greater control (Hard Negotiation Roll)

    A.N: I had some free time and saw that there was no dissention so I started working on the update. Casting Call is pretty big this time so I had to split it in half, next update you select the rest.

    Now if you'll excuse me, I'm just going to cry in a corner over how all my plans to give you a challenge and watch you struggle just went into smoke.
     
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    • [X] Plan Star-Spangled Man
    -[X] [Steve] Scott Eastwood – While not the greatest actor in the world he is still a hard worker and determined to always do his best in every production he's been in. The fact he started just five years ago should not deter you, he has promise.
    -[X] [Bucky] Sebastian Stan – He auditioned for this part as well. That's very realistic of him, and you have to admit he does seem to fit this role more than the previous one.
    -[X] [Carter] Hayley Atwell – She's been making waves due to her appearances in The Duchess and The Pillars of Earth. Something tells you she'd be great for the role.
    -[X] [Red Skull] Mark Strong – Better known for playing cold, calculating villains, this British actor can also speak fluent German.
    -[X] [Zemo] Christoph Waltz – Also applying for this role, Waltz feels he can work in either role, and frankly so do you.
    -[X] Participate in interviews and events in order to hype future movies. (Roll)
    -[X] Promote a character with the Execs for one of the upcoming movies.
    --[X] Captain America
    -[X] Investigate a bit, see what your competition is up to (Roll)
    --[X] Sony

    Edit: Here's what I'm planning for now, but if you can convince me well enough, I'll change some parts of the plan.
     
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    Oh man, those were some stellar rolls… and oh wow we could have Kit Harington play Bucky.

    Could combine a teenage heartthrob actor with a teenage heartthrob role, that would be… so dangerous.
     
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    Dodorosi1 said:
    What part of The plan are you not willing to change ??
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    Christoph Waltz and Mark Strong are unassailable, Sebastian Stan is going to require good arguments, the stuff we do between production and filming I'm more flexible about, and Hailey Atwell and Scott Eastwood I'm open to switching out for someone else.
     
    [] Plan Yes, I'm doing this
    -[] [Steve] Chris Evans - He played Johnny Storm in the... less than beloved Fantastic Four movies. He's displayed some clear talent back then and ever since. Not to mention that he certainly looks how you picture Cap.
    -[] [Bucky] Kit Harington – Currently has no previous experience, though there are rumors about a TV show to be aired, still he's really new to this.
    -[] [Carter] Hayley Atwell – She's been making waves due to her appearances in The Duchess and The Pillars of Earth. Something tells you she'd be great for the role.
    -[] [Red Skull] Mark Strong – Better known for playing cold, calculating villains, this British actor can also speak fluent German.
    -[] [Zemo] Christoph Waltz – Also applying for this role, Waltz feels he can work in either role, and frankly so do you.
    -[] Focus on smoothing any obstacles for the Technical Aspects of the production and filming of the movie (Costs all 3 actions)

    It seems to me like we might as well make use of this future all-star heartthrob cast while we can, and I'd rather do technical smoothing for our pre-shoot actions this time around given how high the appeal roll was with the execs. Seems like they've got hyping up the movie in hand.

    overmind said:
    Now if you'll excuse me, I'm just going to cry in a corner over how all my plans to give you a challenge and watch you struggle just went into smoke.
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    pat pat It's okay QM, you still have our rival DC...
     
    Duke William of said:
    Christoph Waltz and Mark Strong are unassailable, Sebastian Stan is going to require good arguments, the stuff we do between production and filming I'm more flexible about, and Hailey Atwell and Scott Eastwood I'm open to switching out for someone else.
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    I was thinking John krasinski AS cap, apperently his audition was impressive, and his face could bring more people to The movie, cause of HIS roll AS Jim
     
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