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cinderboy · 03-12-2009, 07:12 AM

http://www.firstshowing.net/2009/03/...or-iron-man-2/

Although he didn't win the Oscar, Mickey Rourke will get his big break this year. We initially reported that Rourke would be joining Jon Favreau's Iron Man 2 back in early January, but since then it's been a rocky road. In early February, news hit that Rourke's villain wouldn't necessarily be Crimson Dynamo. Then a few weeks later, news started to spread that Rourke's deal didn't go through with Marvel and he wasn't going to be in Iron Man 2 at all. Well, Nikki Finke has chimed in with an update saying Rourke's agent David Unger helped save the day and brokered a deal that has officially gone through and secured the role.

Finke says, "after at first being low-balled by the studio to the tune of $250K, Rourke has signed on for the role of the Russian villain in the sequel after his agent David Unger got the quote up to a 'significant' level despite this punishing economic climate where the studios are taking advantage of talent." This is the second time Marvel has been "cornered" by an actor, the first being Samuel Jackson, who was confirmed two weeks ago for a total of 9 upcoming Marvel movies.

Now the next question is whether Rourke will play Crimson Dynamo or Whiplash. Finke claims it's the "Russian," meaning Dynamo, but we're not sure~

Whatever the case, I need to say again that this is exciting news for Iron Man 2. Although Rourke's last few months have been scrutinized, I still look at him as an actor with a lot of great potential, and playing a villain in a superhero movie is certainly a perfect fit. Can't wait to see how this sequel develops!

Edit: First, we got confirmation that Mickey Rourke is on board to play the Russian villain in Iron Man 2, and now E! Online has confirmed with Scarlett Johansson's representative that the actress has indeed signed to play the role of Russian superspy Natasha Romanoff, who doubles as Black Widow.

"Scarlett is thrilled to be a part of Iron Man," her rep, Marcel Pariseau, tells me.

The Jon Favreau-directed sequel is scheduled for a May 7, 2010 release.

Edit: Iron Man 2 director Jon Favreau has released this first photo of himself and cinematographer Matthew Libatique on the set for Tony Stark's house, which is under construction. The anticipated sequel is scheduled to hit theaters on May 7, 2010.

Gattsu · 03-12-2009, 07:16 AM

I just hope they have War machine in part 2.

cinderboy · 03-12-2009, 07:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gattsu

I just hope they have War machine in part 2.

They will have~

03-12-2009, 07:12 AM	#1 (permalink)
cinderboy The Beast of the East Join Date: May 2006 Location: The Internetz Posts: 13,172 Reputation: 228	Mickey Rourke and Scarlett Johansson Confirmed for Iron Man 2 http://www.firstshowing.net/2009/03/...or-iron-man-2/ Although he didn't win the Oscar, Mickey Rourke will get his big break this year. We initially reported that Rourke would be joining Jon Favreau's Iron Man 2 back in early January, but since then it's been a rocky road. In early February, news hit that Rourke's villain wouldn't necessarily be Crimson Dynamo. Then a few weeks later, news started to spread that Rourke's deal didn't go through with Marvel and he wasn't going to be in Iron Man 2 at all. Well, Nikki Finke has chimed in with an update saying Rourke's agent David Unger helped save the day and brokered a deal that has officially gone through and secured the role. Finke says, "after at first being low-balled by the studio to the tune of $250K, Rourke has signed on for the role of the Russian villain in the sequel after his agent David Unger got the quote up to a 'significant' level despite this punishing economic climate where the studios are taking advantage of talent." This is the second time Marvel has been "cornered" by an actor, the first being Samuel Jackson, who was confirmed two weeks ago for a total of 9 upcoming Marvel movies. Now the next question is whether Rourke will play Crimson Dynamo or Whiplash. Finke claims it's the "Russian," meaning Dynamo, but we're not sure~ Whatever the case, I need to say again that this is exciting news for Iron Man 2. Although Rourke's last few months have been scrutinized, I still look at him as an actor with a lot of great potential, and playing a villain in a superhero movie is certainly a perfect fit. Can't wait to see how this sequel develops! Edit: First, we got confirmation that Mickey Rourke is on board to play the Russian villain in Iron Man 2, and now E! Online has confirmed with Scarlett Johansson's representative that the actress has indeed signed to play the role of Russian superspy Natasha Romanoff, who doubles as Black Widow. "Scarlett is thrilled to be a part of Iron Man," her rep, Marcel Pariseau, tells me. The Jon Favreau-directed sequel is scheduled for a May 7, 2010 release. Edit: Iron Man 2 director Jon Favreau has released this first photo of himself and cinematographer Matthew Libatique on the set for Tony Stark's house, which is under construction. The anticipated sequel is scheduled to hit theaters on May 7, 2010. __________________ Last edited by cinderboy; 03-12-2009 at 07:18 AM.

03-12-2009, 07:16 AM	#2 (permalink)
Gattsu Shadowsworn's Sandwich Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: australia Posts: 1,867 Reputation: 19	I just hope they have War machine in part 2. __________________ I'm Jatt No Expectations... No Disappointments

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