Superman Flying Fast At Warners
Thu, July 30, 2009 
In what should come as no surprise to anybody with a keyboard, Rob Sanchez over at IESB has some sort of golden ticket to Burbank as evidenced by another exclusive passed on to him from inside the cubicles at Warner Bros. Feeling some heat from the recent lawsuit ruling, the Brothers Warner are moving swiftly towards meeting the mandate set forth by the court of achieving production on a Superman film by 2011. Rob is reporting that the new film will not be a continuation of the middle ground that was "Superman Returns" but an entirely different take. Returns will act as the exclamation point or in some people's minds, the period for the "Donnerverse".
There will also be a new director behind the lense and some names that Rob has been hearing include James McTeigue and the Wachowski's. McTeigue's latest film "Ninja Assassin" is enjoying rave reviews and the Wachowki's were last seen hiding out in Germany costing WB millions with their migraine inducing work on "Speed Racer". It is hard to fathom that WB would hand over the keys to the car to the Wachowski's after they crashed and burned on the race tracks of their last flick. McTeigue on the other hand makes a lot of sense.
There are a lot of questions that still need to be answered. Who will be playing Superman? The studio could certainly still turn to Brandon Routh who seems to have a good relationship with the execs of both WB and Legendary. A search for a new Superman would be a long and arduous process but the studio could certainly go that route. In that case, I think they will go with a virtual unknown, not on the scale of Brandon Routh, but more of an "Oh THAT guy!"
What about a script? TMT is hearing from our guys in the sky that Grant Morrison is involved story wise on one level or another on any new Superman film going forward. It would fit with WB's plan of bringing in a comic book writer to lay out the groundwork before handing it off to a screenwriter or two as is the case with Geoff Johns, who just contributed heavily on the possible new "Flash" movie. In my "Superman Limbo" four part series I put forth what WB is looking for in a creative team and what directors and writers would fit this criteria.
This is just the beginning of the news concerning our favorite blue tighted friend that can fly. This story will surely crack open the gates for even more news and you can be sure the netmasters and forum dwellers will be along for the always bumpy ride.
Reader Comments (25)
I wish something this big would turn out to be true.
I'm ready for a new Supes film and want an origin badly.
McTiegue would be an excellent choice IMO. My guess is they stick with Routh. Though i have a feeling Dead of Night will become a quiet hit and Dylan Dog could be his franchise.
"My guess is they stick with Routh. Though i have a feeling Dead of Night will become a quiet hit and Dylan Dog could be his franchise."
He can do both. ;)
At this point I just want another good Superman film (yes, I loved Superman Returns and really wanted a sequel) with Brandon Routh starring again. Love him, the guy totally nailed it. And if the suits at Warners are a little smart, they'll bring him back.
Brandon Ruth IS Superman!
I wonder if they're hearing if it will be an origin
Now back a couple years ago when the Wachowski's were rumored (when weren't they rumored?) the story was definitely an origin covering Krypton, highlighting SV, and finally introducing him to Metropolis, within 45 minutes if I remember right.
It will likely be as different as possible. Wachowskis = huge action. Im sold.
So how reliable is IESB.net? How often have they been right?
Then again, the funny thing is, is that Steve from SaveSuperman.com is saying this ins't true. Lol, go figure.
IF there is any doubt about the legitimacy of IESB claims comparitively, I think you can look at the record of Steve at Savesuperman.com who would have lost any contact he had, after day one of his site and comments alienating Superman fans.
What will people say when latinoreview, hollywood reporter, and variety confirm this info within the next week?
You tell 'em Robert! ;)
Ha ha, true Robert. I'm glad to see that you are this sure and confident. I pray you are right. :)
Hey Robert, do you know if they're bringing back Brandon Routh?
I hope Robert knows that if neither Latino Review, The Holllywood Reporter, or Variety don't announce this he's going to look like an idiot.
I hope you know that is a ridiculous statement. First of all you don't even know if that was really Robert commenting, and if it is, why is he going to look like an idiot for scooping information that no other website has yet?
You know that little party Robert threw over in San Diego, it was called "Wrath of Con". Do me a favor Rocky, go check the guest list.
Whoah, wow, my bad Peter. I'm not trying to piss anyone off here. I'm just saying that if this info turns out false he'll look bad. I don't want him to. He's been wrong in the past too you know. I'll check the guest list, calm down.
And also he said expect announcements. If none come at all, then he'll look foolish. As of now, I don't really think he is, ONLY because of Variety recently saying that a Superman reboot is in the works.
Ok, I just looked at the guest list for the Wrath of Con back in May. Who am I supposed to be looking for here, Peter?
Interesting. Not my first choice but i'd be willing to see what they have in mind. Thats ''IF'' this turns out to be true.
I think the reboot idead a big mistake,i liked to them keep moving the history,but a diferent style.In resume,a sequel will be the best think to do now,bring brainiac and bizarro together with Luthor,and later Magog with the Elite.I like o Mcteigue,if this are for real,is a good choice.
I hope this is true.
Btw whoever says Bizarro for a Superman film, especially reboot... IS on crack.
Every fan and their Mom have the same idea that would work. A bit of Lex, a good bit of Brainiac, and a couple show downs with Metallo.
People constantly post this idea as if it is something new, not knowing a million or more have posted the same idea. If all the fans support it, why not go with what the fans want? Can't make things any worse than making corporate based decisions.