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Added by G-Man on Oct. 18, 2009
Sinestro will have to be played by someone that could help carry the movie. Sinestro is a character that shouldn't be taken lightly. Having Jackie Earle Haley play the role could just work. Since this is still in the rumor stage, all we can do is cross our fingers for now and hope for the best.
AICN also mentioned that it looks like the Superman cameo could also happen if DC can get their legal issues straight (the idea of a Superman cameo has been mentioned almost a year ago). Having another DC character in the movie could help to solidify their 'superhero' universe if they plan on taking any ques from Marvel. I'm fine with that as long as it makes sense and doesn't overshadow the main characters in the movie.
What do you think about Jackie Earle Haley as Sinestro? Does this get you more excited about the Green Lantern movie?
Update:
Apparently Jackie Earle Haley himself has debunked this rumor. At the Scream Awards he mentioned that he's been hearing about this but doesn't know anything about a role for the movie. Maybe this could put the idea into the casting director's mind?
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I can see Jackie Earle Haley as Sinestro. But I still think that either Hugo Weaving or Daniel Day-Lewis should be Sinestro.
I think his teeth get in the way of his lines. I saw the Elm Street trailer and he sounds like he's slurring his lines. I would blame it on the make up but Robert Englund had no fake teeth as Freddy and Haley's teeth are even worse than Englund's so I have to believe he has trouble getting words out around those giant things.
I see Sinestro as a regal but evil guy who is tall and has a compelling (if evil) voice. Haley has none of those qualities...
ComicVine users have suggested a great choice--Hugo Weaving. Great call! His forehead, eyebrows, and lanky tall build--that IS Sinestro! Plus he's done the bad guy thing before, give it to him instead --sorry Haley.
@xerox-kitty: That would be the question, who would be cast for a Superman cameo? DC really needs to get going on a Superman movie since they're legally obligated to have one before...2011, I believe. They haven't really made any effort (that we know of).
As much as I like Jackie, I'm not feeling it. Sinestro is a cocky tall alien. Jackie is an actor that gravitates to more introverted, dark characters (see Little Children).
René Auberjonois is the better choice.
René Auberjonois is the better choice.
Hey, if he is playing Freddy and can pull that off, he is one of the most cocky characters of all time.
@Dr. Detfink: While I agree JEH isn't the best choice Odo is too old to play Sinestro they won't cast someone that old they probably want someone in their late 30's to 40's as Sinestro is significant to the Green Lantern franchise.I do think JEH could pull it off and I'm sure they would want someone who is identifiable but I think Christopher Heyerdahl would make a good Sinestro.
I'm not a Fanboy so just because he doesn't look like David Niven I won't have a fit. Haven't seen Watchman or anything with him in so I cannot really comment on him. And hopefully Ryan REynolds with a beard because without one he looks about twelve
I can see Jackie Earle Haley as Sinestro. But I still think that either Hugo Weaving or Daniel Day-Lewis should be Sinestro.
I think his teeth get in the way of his lines. I saw the Elm Street trailer and he sounds like he's slurring his lines. I would blame it on the make up but Robert Englund had no fake teeth as Freddy and Haley's teeth are even worse than Englund's so I have to believe he has trouble getting words out around those giant things.
I see Sinestro as a regal but evil guy who is tall and has a compelling (if evil) voice. Haley has none of those qualities...
I'm starting to get sick of Jackie Earle Haley now. I think he's a great actor, but I think this is going a bit far. Personally, I would rather see Crispin Glover as Sinestro.
I can live with that decision... however I still would rather see Hugo Weaving do it.
ComicVine users have suggested a great choice--Hugo Weaving. Great call! His forehead, eyebrows, and lanky tall build--that IS Sinestro! Plus he's done the bad guy thing before, give it to him instead --sorry Haley.
@Decept-O said:
he would be amazing , besides Jackie Haley doesn't need to be cast always as the creepy or intimadating guy.
"ComicVine users have suggested a great choice--Hugo Weaving. Great call! His forehead, eyebrows, and lanky tall build--that IS Sinestro! Plus he's done the bad guy thing before, give it to him instead --sorry Haley. "
he would be amazing , besides Jackie Haley doesn't need to be cast always as the creepy or intimadating guy.
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