ROTTEN TOMATOES: When Will Singer Begin Production on "The Man of Steel"?

When Will Singer Begin Production on "The Man of Steel"?

by Scott Weinberg | July 09, 2007

The better question is: How many projects does Bryan Singer have on his plate before he can get to the "Superman Returns" sequel?

Earlier this month, producers Neil Meron and Craig Zadan indicated to RT that Mr. Singer would get to work on a movie called "The Mayor of Castro Street" once he was finished on the WWII thriller "Valkyrie." Now we learn from IESB.net that production on "The Man of Steel" could get rolling as early as next January.

Although the "Castro" producers claim that their flick is next for Singer, IESB's sources say that's not entirely accurate ... at all: "That’s total horse sh**, I would say the same thing if I was producing that film but don’t you realize that most of the Superman producers are working with Bryan on Valkyrie? Gil Adler and Chris Lee both are in Germany with Bryan and I can guarantee you that there is some work being done with Superman right now."

Not too long ago Singer promised that the "Super" sequel would begin production by the beginning of next summer, so it looks like early next year could be exactly right. And don't forget: He also promised more action this time around.

Source: IESB.net

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Mr. Kong writes:
on Jul 09 2007 12:06 PM

If this is what is happening, then FUCK YEAH!

Unfortunatley, there will likely be a change in the start of the movies development. However, if it does start in January and release Summer 09 (which is when it probably will release), then that's perfect. It'll be in development even longer, giving it time to work on the things Superman Returns haters, well, hated.

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cgcbooks writes:
on Jul 09 2007 12:41 PM

I am looking forward to this sequel. This film will rule 2009.

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Scarborough Fair writes:
on Jul 09 2007 01:18 PM

I am not at all interested in this upcoming project.

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gamejediben writes:
on Jul 09 2007 02:04 PM

I knew those producers on "Castro Street" were full of shit! BRING ON SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL!!!! Batman will rule 2008 and Supes will rule 2009! I can already see the man of steel's fist putting dents in some dastardly supervillian's face.

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Admiral_N8 writes:
on Jul 09 2007 02:45 PM

Brandon Routh looks much taller than Spacey in that pic....very physically imposing....too bad we didnt have more Superman/Lex scenes.

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eastern2western writes:
on Jul 09 2007 02:59 PM

Please get another director. Singer has completely ruined Superman returns and I believe he is going to destroy the franchise if he continues.

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taran72 writes:
on Jul 09 2007 03:41 PM

In reply to this comment (#910725)
I agree. I don't think more action will revive and support this series. I think serious casting changes will have to be made, starting with Lois Lane.

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maniachippo writes:
on Jul 09 2007 04:26 PM

[b]What are you tazlking about?[/b]
Singer did an excellent Job with SR, in fact if people werent so stupid in todays age and actually watch a movie with intellect than they would appreciate this film. I am a die hard Superman fan and the only problem i saw with this film was the Superman is Dead theme which totally says Doomsday will never be able to be introduced, but besides that it was a great film and definitly a great re begining of the series. There is no reason they need to change any cast, if you didnt like kate bosworth it wasnt her acting it was t he writing they didnt make her as strong of a character but it didnt bother me she wasnt supposed to be in this film. I am sick of People commenting on these forums that dont know anything about movies, they just want explosions,Johnny Depp, or Robots no one ever talks about real movies here

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jmo2ski writes:
on Jul 09 2007 04:45 PM

[b]NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO![/b]
Okay, i seen superman returns and let me just say it's something you don't want to see twice. If you ask me, i think singer should have just stuck with the X-men movies and Superman alone. i just think that the sequel is going to suck.

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Sora Freak writes:
on Jul 09 2007 05:23 PM

[b]YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS![/b]
Alright, bring on Man Of Steel

I have faith that singer can make the necessary changes to bring back Superman fans

I for one enjoyed Superman Returns but some people just can't stand the little action, or that it was huge homage to Donner's Superman

Its going to be awesome, can't wait for Summer '09

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renodc writes:
on Jul 09 2007 05:56 PM

[b]Glad to Hear It[/b]
After seeing interviews with Singer that showed his obvious passion for Superman, I just couldn't imagine him putting it on the back burner for a movie about Harvey Milk.

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Pleasuretown writes:
on Jul 09 2007 06:23 PM

I think Singer can do it. I mean if our only example is X-Men. It's still pretty good. X2 was a great improvement. Singers not an idiot, he's in touch with fans, unlike some directors. I have faith that he can make Man Of Steel one of the best Superman movies. Just like renodc said, he has a great passion for Superman, Singer of all people would know to do him some justice.

I did however enjoy Superman Returns. It had it's flaws, but ultimately it was a good film.

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Mr. Kong writes:
on Jul 09 2007 06:41 PM

In reply to this comment (#910731)
Funny, I've seen it about 5 times already and enjoyed myself every time.

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DariusVIII writes:
on Jul 09 2007 08:17 PM

Ok, first of all, people can't say what movies will rule 2008-09 because you don't know 90% of what's coming out next year and the year after. Second, did SR even make that much money, I know it cost a shitload....and finally, overall I thought it was decent, but almost too happy, not enough suspense or emotional investment, you knew Superman was going to win every time.

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eastern2western writes:
on Jul 09 2007 09:41 PM

[b]superman should die in the next movie![/b]
Why? Because we have seen him survive practically everything the villains can throw at them. If he does not die or get his butt majorly kick in the next movie, then there is no point of making the next movie. The guy is so power ful to a point that there is no villain get actually go one on one with him. Sure, krptonite is this biggest weakness, but how many times can you play the exact same trick over and over again. In singers' returns, superman still some how manages to overcome of the krptonite and beat the crap out of kevin spacey. If kryptonite can not even kill him, then what should the villains use next.

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n_cruz69 writes:
on Jul 09 2007 10:35 PM

Superman made a ton of money, around 400 million worldwide. It just gets overshadowed by its ridiculous budget.

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toniokruger writes:
on Jul 09 2007 11:12 PM

[b]2009 is the best date[/b]
For Superman Sequel. In 2010 there'll be the double hurdles of World Cup and Harry Potter 7.

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Mortayst Les Phil Ng writes:
on Jul 10 2007 12:12 AM

Sorry, but I agree that any future Superman film would need recasting and a new director. Routh and Bosworth were dull and unconvincing as the lead characters, and while Spacey made a passable Lex Luthor, he seemed to be trying too hard to imitate Gene Hackman's version rather than develop his own take on the role. And no, you can't have Superman spend most of the movie stalking and spying on Lois, yet still expect audiences to see him as a hero. Creepy guys who peep into your home and listen in on your private conversations are no less creepy just because they use superpowers to do it.

This movie was a mistake, and rather than prolonging that mistake, the franchise should be given a completely fresh start. Bryan Singer's idea of Superman is not a character I wish to see more of, nor am I interested in "superbaby", and I think you'll find a lot of the moviegoing public shares my disinterest.

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Bigbrother writes:
on Jul 10 2007 12:21 AM

In reply to this comment (#912120)
I think you've only been watching the movies. From the comicbooks there are about a dozen villains who can go one on one with Superman. Darkseid, Doomsday, Brainiac, Metallo, Zod just to name a few. Plus it's all how you write a character. They could have given Lex his power suit and he could have gone hand to hand with Supes, but that's not what Singer was going for in the first movie. Superman Returns wasn't perfect, but for me it wasn't as unforgivable as Spidey 3 or Pirates 2.

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eastern2western writes:
on Jul 10 2007 01:22 AM

In reply to this comment (#912124)
[b]what happened to those villains in singer's movie?[/b]
A lot times, what made those comic books great is that those villains manage to beat the crap out of superman for a while, then superman some how manages to return with his full power and wins the battle and the girl at the end. That is the simplest formula for great superman movie.
For some stupid reason, singer manages to create the weakest movie with the gayest superman and dumbest plot imaginable. His version of the Superman is a guy who is a creep that like to watch a little kid goes to sleep and stalks a girl who no longer likes him. Come on dude.
Then ther is kevin spacey's weak ass real estate plot to create some stupid land off the carribean coast. Who the fock cares? If he wants to pay the taxes on the land, then let the man have his one island that has no drinking water, functional plumbing, running electricity and housing. After the millions they pay for the script, the lame ass shit they come up with is real estate aquisition. How hard is it to some thing simple as nuclear weapons, alien invasion and some other supid doomsday scenerio. Heck, the old superman cartoon at the wb network had better writters than superman returns.
One thing that the movies have to change about superman is his suit because wearing red under wear on the outside of blue spandex looks very fucken nerdy and gay in real life. The easiest way for any villain to beat a guy like him is to pull his underwear below his knees and he would be tripping all over the place. I personally would like to see that in brad bird's next incredibles because he already made fun of super hero capes in his first incredibles.
The final thing the new superman should do is he should move on with louise because the man has been following that woman for the last 60 years and it is time for them to get it on or just break up. If i had superman's strength, good looks and power, I would be sleeping with one girl every minute. However, the live action superman stalks Louise like a guy who can not get some. Come on, u are superman and a hero to world. What is the whole point of getting stuck on one bitch.

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