PowerPlay - The Movie. (Casting couch edition)
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I made one of these threads ages ago:
Casting for Elite Dangerous: The Movie
Its gonna happen at some point, right? :p, so I'd thought we could save FD some time and do some potential casting for them. Here's my suggestions, by all means add your own. :) Robert Patrick (Terminator 2, Scorpion) as Zachary Hudson...
....but have fun and knock yourself out.
Pranav Antal:
Roman Reigns / Archon Delaine:
Pictures in the thread guys!I made one of these threads ages ago:
....but have fun and knock yourself out.
Otherwise you’re asking the readers to google or leave thread. That’s no fun. Make it easy for everyone, mmkay?
Okay Aisling Duval. I’ve seen some close visual matches out on the electric interwebs, but personally I don’t think you can go past my nomination.
She’s beautiful in that petite Aisling way, and could absolutely take a blue rinse. She sings in her own cool band, even fronting for seminal industrial band Throbbing Gristle on their 2012 tour. She’s culturally literate and interested in the politics of the exploited. She has huge brand recognition, and she’s brave.
Braver than you or I by far.
CMDRs - I give you my nomination for the role of Aisling Duval - the princess of the people:
Sasha Grey
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Ah, the memories: Berry Winters is yes:
Louis Smith is young Denton:
Louis Smith is young Denton:
A younger Weaver would be a rough fit for ALD:
ALD Sigourney:
Screaming face meme lady is not bad too:
ALD Sigourney:
Screaming face meme lady is not bad too:
I like this little thread! Here are my picks.
Robert Patrick (Termiantor 2, Avatar) as Zachary Hudson
There's absolutely no basis on what I'm about to say but I bet my guts that the artist who drew Zachary's face used a portrait of Patrick as "inspiration". He's such a perfect pick it's scary. He also has that tough G Man attitude and a really suiting voice. I can't think of a better choice.
Hannah Kasulka (The Exorcist 2016) as Aisling Duval
According to Princess Duval's bio, she's currently 30 but this is Hollywood, dammit! so we're gonna put a 22 years old for the part. Now, truth to be told, casting for Aisling isn't an easy task. If we're going for looks alone this girl is perfect; her eyes, mouth and nose are the same but putting a nobody in such a central role is a risky move.
Javier Bardem (No Country for Old Men, PotC: Dead Men Tell no Tales) as Edmund Mahon
This pick was also a hard one. There are not many middle-aged actors who look like our dashing 118 years old prime minister but I think Javier is a great choice. Also, I always imagined Edmund with a heavy accent so it fits perfectly in my head canon.
Angela Basset (Black Panther, Mission: Impossible - Fallout) as Felicia Winters
At first I was going to go with Halle Berry but after a few swings of the knife, she just doesn't look the part anymore (still a babe tho). I think Angela here might be a much better choice. She's also a great actress with fantastic presence.
Luvia Petersen (Continuum, Falling Skies) as Arissa Lavigny-Duval
Luvia Petersen is a TV actress who has a huge career with no big breakthroughs. Fortunately, she looks JUST like Emperatress Arissa, same age range too. Gotta admit, this one took me a while and the actress kinda comes out of the left field. Arissa has a very distinct face.
Karl Urban (Star Trek 2009, Dredd, The Boys) as Yuri Grom
Now, this one might be a tad weird but hear me out. The dude has range. He can pull out a pretty decent Dr. McCoy and his "Butcher" was genuinely scary at times. Let him grow a beard, add some makeup and make him force a Russian accent. I'm sure he would be perfect.
Sonu Sood (A LOT of Indian movies) as Pranav Antal
I think Sonu it's a great pick for this part. I'm kind of a fan of Bollywood and he has a cold, deep voice that would make a great Pranav. Too bad his English is atrocious.
Jamie Lee Curtis (Halloween, True Lies) as Zemina Torval
At first I thought of Judi Dench for the part but she's way too old for it. Then, I checked Jamie's current look and it couldn't be more perfect. She's also a great actress.
Jason Momoa (Aquaman, Game of Thrones) as Archon Delaine
I KNOW, I KNOW this is a total stretch but hear me out: we need someone to drive in the thirsty masses! We only have to make him appear shirtless for a few seconds and we have our opening week in the bag! Aslo, look at him with dreads! In my defense, albino actors are not precisely easy to come by.
And I'm gonna stop here because this took more time than anticipated. Any suggestions?
Robert Patrick (Termiantor 2, Avatar) as Zachary Hudson
There's absolutely no basis on what I'm about to say but I bet my guts that the artist who drew Zachary's face used a portrait of Patrick as "inspiration". He's such a perfect pick it's scary. He also has that tough G Man attitude and a really suiting voice. I can't think of a better choice.
Hannah Kasulka (The Exorcist 2016) as Aisling Duval
According to Princess Duval's bio, she's currently 30 but this is Hollywood, dammit! so we're gonna put a 22 years old for the part. Now, truth to be told, casting for Aisling isn't an easy task. If we're going for looks alone this girl is perfect; her eyes, mouth and nose are the same but putting a nobody in such a central role is a risky move.
Javier Bardem (No Country for Old Men, PotC: Dead Men Tell no Tales) as Edmund Mahon
This pick was also a hard one. There are not many middle-aged actors who look like our dashing 118 years old prime minister but I think Javier is a great choice. Also, I always imagined Edmund with a heavy accent so it fits perfectly in my head canon.
Angela Basset (Black Panther, Mission: Impossible - Fallout) as Felicia Winters
At first I was going to go with Halle Berry but after a few swings of the knife, she just doesn't look the part anymore (still a babe tho). I think Angela here might be a much better choice. She's also a great actress with fantastic presence.
Luvia Petersen (Continuum, Falling Skies) as Arissa Lavigny-Duval
Luvia Petersen is a TV actress who has a huge career with no big breakthroughs. Fortunately, she looks JUST like Emperatress Arissa, same age range too. Gotta admit, this one took me a while and the actress kinda comes out of the left field. Arissa has a very distinct face.
Karl Urban (Star Trek 2009, Dredd, The Boys) as Yuri Grom
Now, this one might be a tad weird but hear me out. The dude has range. He can pull out a pretty decent Dr. McCoy and his "Butcher" was genuinely scary at times. Let him grow a beard, add some makeup and make him force a Russian accent. I'm sure he would be perfect.
Sonu Sood (A LOT of Indian movies) as Pranav Antal
I think Sonu it's a great pick for this part. I'm kind of a fan of Bollywood and he has a cold, deep voice that would make a great Pranav. Too bad his English is atrocious.
Jamie Lee Curtis (Halloween, True Lies) as Zemina Torval
At first I thought of Judi Dench for the part but she's way too old for it. Then, I checked Jamie's current look and it couldn't be more perfect. She's also a great actress.
Jason Momoa (Aquaman, Game of Thrones) as Archon Delaine
I KNOW, I KNOW this is a total stretch but hear me out: we need someone to drive in the thirsty masses! We only have to make him appear shirtless for a few seconds and we have our opening week in the bag! Aslo, look at him with dreads! In my defense, albino actors are not precisely easy to come by.
And I'm gonna stop here because this took more time than anticipated. Any suggestions?
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Okay here are the pictures I'd promise
Now comment/critisize to your heart's content.
Oh, I like your candidates, especially for Zachary, Hudson Felicia Winters and Archon Deliaine.
Eva Green- Arissa Lavigne Duval (She can sound Aristocratic enough)
Judy Dench- Zermina Torval
Halle Berry- Felicia Winters
Either Kenneth Branagh or Sean Bean- Archon Delaine
Benedict Cumberbatch- Either Pranav Antal or Denton Pratreus (I'm leaning towards the latter, the accent is perfect)
Sam Worthington- Zachery Hudson
and finally Ariana Grande- Aisling Duval
(Yeah, I know she's more of a singer than an actress, but one can draws parallels from both their looks, backgrounds, lifestyles, etc.; makes one wonder.....)
Now comment/critisize to your heart's content.
Oh, I like your candidates, especially for Zachary, Hudson Felicia Winters and Archon Deliaine.
Gillian Anderson ALD?
Beard enthusiast Kristopher Hivju as Grom (with some combing?)
Powerplay portrait Grom version:
Franco Nero as EGP (BGS group) Grom:
Powerplay portrait Grom version:
Franco Nero as EGP (BGS group) Grom:
I approve of Jamie Lee Curtis. She'd have good experience at playing the role as well since she used to attend the UK's House of Lords until the Labour Government kicked her husband (& so her) out.
CMDR Justinian Octavius
CMDR Justinian Octavius
There is only one Zemina: Dench
