The origin film that shows the evolution of Steve Rogers into the hero who becomes known as Captain America. It will be a straight up WWII action flick which should focus on some elements from classic Marvel comics. The film is another installment leading up to the Avengers. It's a perfect way to introduce audiences to Cap. Along with many other Golden Age Marvel characters who might never get the chance to be used in future films.
Confirmed Plot Points:
-Majority of The Movie Will Take Place During WII
-Super Solider Program Explored
-Cap's Uniform Will Be Explained With The USO Tour
-Bucky Barnes & Red Skull In The Film
-Invaders Will Be In The Entire Second Half
-Invaders Will Be Six Member International Team
-Hydra Introduced
-Will Be Gadget/Technology Heavy
Rumored Characters:
-Howard Stark
-Isiah Bradley
-Nick Fury
-The Howling Commandos
-Sharon Carter
Director Joe Johnston has an impressive background in art departments working on Empire Strikes Back, Return of The Jedi, Raiders of The Lost Ark and Temple of Doom. He's also helmed some interesting films such as Honey I Shrunk The Kids, The Rocketeer, Jumanji, Jurassic Park 3, Hidalgo and Wolfman.
Behind The Scenes Crew
Screenwriters: Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely (Chronicles of Narnia Trilogy)
Director of Photography: Shelly Johnson (Jurassic Park 3, Wolfman)
Production Designer: Rick Heinrichs (Planet of The Apes, Pirates 2-3)
Costume/Wardrobe: Phillip Boutte Jr. (Terminator Salvation, Jonah Hex, Star Trek)
Art Direction: Clint Wallace (Benjamin Button, Pirates 2-3, Superman Returns, T3)
Visual Effects: Christopher Townsend (The Island, Star Wars II-III, Ninja Assassin, A.I., Deadman's Chest)
It's assumed since Industrial Light & Magic previously worked on the two Iron Man films would return for Captain America.
Many lesser known actors have auditioned for the lead role but it seems like the most notable of the group include Jensen Ackles (Supernatural, My Bloody Valentine), Ryan McPartlin (Chuck) and Chad Micheal Murray (One Tree Hill, House of Wax). While these names have been rumored there could be many others in the running. Jeremy Renner (Hurt Locker) was previously rumored for the role of Hawkeye but you never know he could end up in this film instead. In any case director Joe Johnston confirmed the c
ast would be chosen by March 1st.CASTING THOUGHTS
Red Skull
Michael Fassbender (Inglourious Basterds, Centurion, Fish Tank, Hunger, 300)
Baron Helmut Zemo
Mads Mikkelsen (Clash of The Titans)
The Invaders
Kevin McKidd (Kingdom of Heaven, Trainspotting) as Union Jack
Carey Mulligan (An Education, Wallstreet 2) as Spitfire
Louis Garrel (Love Songs, The Dreamers) as The Destroyer
Donnie Yen (Blade 2) as Blazing Skull
Damien Lewis (Band of Brothers) as The Thin Man
Carice van Houten (Black Book) as Silver Scorpion
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