Because id never seen a superhero movie, because i live in a bubble or whatever, and so i thought it was just going to be people flying around. The 50 best movies on netflix right now the new york times. Between the battling superheroes was a puppetmaster by the name of lex luthor. Jun 19, 2015 jesse eisenberg discusses playing the iconic villain lex luthor in batman v superman.
Mar 27, 2020 jesse eisenberg, decidedly recalling his portrayal of facebook mogul mark zuckerberg, johnson writes, updates luthor as perhaps the first truly millennial movie villain. The film is available on digital hd, bluray and 4k uhd. Curly haired and with a fasttalking voice, jesse eisenberg is a movie actor, known for his academy award nominated role as mark zuckerberg in the 2010 film the social network. Jesse eisenberg, the new lex luthor in the upcoming batman v superman movie, admits to having no prior knowledge about comic books. Sep 05, 2017 while many of these actors are extremely talented, some combination of not understanding the source material, not taking the role seriously, or just plain illadvised casting made these. He has also starred in the films the squid and the whale, adventureland, the education of charlie banks, 30 minutes or less, now you see me and zombieland. Mar 25, 2020 even though justice league ended with a postcredits scene teasing jesse eisenberg s return as lex luthor, its unlikely the batman v superman. Marcel marceau was a legendary mime, and according to a new film, he also had a hand in the resistance during world war ii. Dawn of justice star will get the chance to reprise.
Topher grace is definitely unlikable as the films villain. Jesse eisenberg has no idea what dc has planned for lex. Mar 25, 2020 eisenberg becomes less and less of a screen presence as tom retreats into holedigging, and the filmmakers never use the extra time to delve into the couples history, aside from one tender story about their first meeting, which shows up near the end of the movie. Relocating to the suburbs means a lot of things to a lot of people, with the idea of settling down in a quiet neighborhood to start a family being the american dream for some couples. His background is not in comic books, so he was coming at it from emotion and. Dawn of justice, and returned as the character for the postcredits scene of justice league.
Following his first leading role in the comedydrama film roger dodger 2002, he appeared in the drama film the emperors club 2002, the psychological thriller. Dawn of justice, jesse eisenberg had never seen a superhero film. Jesse adam eisenberg born october 5, 1983 is an american actor, author, and playwright. Who are the filmmakers making the movies, and who will be starring. Dawn of justice, which eisenberg calls one of the most dense. Jesse eisenberg movie celebrity database celebrity. I dont even know if they know what theyre doing with the movies, but for me it was exhilarating. Great support by the crazy eyed walton goggins as a physical villain in the movie. When speaking to comicbookmovie ahead of zombieland. Mar 16, 2020 jesse eisenberg s lex luthor made his debut as the main antagonist of zack snyders batman v superman. Curly haired and with a fasttalking voice, jesse eisenberg is a movie actor, known for his academy award nominated role as mark zuckerberg in the 2010 film. Jesse eisenberg would love to play lex luthor forever. One of the most unusual casting choices in comic book movies was zack synders decision to give the role of the cold, calculating and masterful lex luthor to jesse eisenberg, an actor who is mostly.
Apr 11, 2020 eisenberg made his debut as the classic comic book villain in 2016s batman v superman. Following his first leading role in the comedydrama film roger dodger. Jesse eisenberg on his future as lex luthor with dc films. Oh yeah, i would very much like to because its such a cool character, eisenberg began. As snyder cut campaign continues jesse eisenberg reveals why. Justice league star jesse eisenberg explains why hes not. Mar 27, 2020 jesse eisenberg s take on lex luthor has gotten people talking in the four years since batman v superman. For jesse eisenberg, the intersection of high and low culture, mass market and indie, outspoken short story writer and emotionally sensitive actor, can lead to some serious speed bumps.
Jesse eisenberg is the perfect lex luthor and vivarium. One of the most unusual casting choices in comic book movies was zack synders decision to give the role of the cold, calculating and masterful lex luthor to jesse eisenberg, an actor who is mostly known for playing nervous, twitchy average joes with confidence issues. Dawn of justice star jesse eisenberg reveals that warner bros. The movie stars starring henry cavill in the role of clark kentsuperman, ben affleck as brucewaynebatman, gal gadot as diana princewonder woman, jason momoa as aquaman, jesse eisenberg as. Zombieland sequel would be wonderful to do, jesse eisenberg says.
It gets sets up, builds, and resolves quickly and cleanly. One of the most divisive aspects of batman v superman was jesse eisenberg s lex luthor, with the actors performance as one of the most iconic villains in comic book history drawing a lot of. Jesse eisenberg was only given 90 minutes to read the movies. Dawn of justice, and theres definitely a camp of fans who would like to see him reprise. Eisenbergs performance in particular was harshly criticized by comic book. Jesse eisenberg didnt read the entire batman v superman. Mar 16, 2016 here are the top 10 jesse eisenberg movies ahead of his appearance in batman v superman. Justice league needs jesse eisenberg to return as lex luthor. Double tap cast shares their excitement to be back in new featurette. Jesse eisenberg is not a big comic book fan youtube. This was the blockbuster that audiences had been waiting decades for. Dawn of justice stars ben affleck, henry cavill, amy adams, jesse eisenberg, diane lane, laurence fishburne, jeremy irons, holly hunter and gal gadot. Eisenberg s first leading role came in this 2002 comedic drama, where he played a teen who sought help from his uncle in losing his virginity.
Julianne moore, finn wolfhard to star in jesse eisenberg s when you finish saving the world movie based on his audible series resistance trailer. Dawn of justice, but he doesnt know much about the comics that inspired the movie. Batman v superman star jesse eisenberg was only given 90. Well, comic book movies fans who feared that the business of blockbuster shared universes meant the loss of surprises or unexpected twists can rest east. The biggest villain in the dc universe is more than comic relief as the twofaced lex luthor of jesse eisenberg takes to metropolis. Oct 14, 2019 jesse eisenberg has been making the press rounds for his latest movie, zombieland. Jesse eisenberg s take on lex luthor has gotten people talking in the four years since batman v superman. I like zack snyder and i worked with him for a while just by virtue of these movies taking so long to film. The actor would later reprise the role for an after credits cameo in 2017s justice league. Jesse eisenberg goes speed dating mtv movies by mtv international. Mar 26, 2020 jesse eisenberg would love to play lex luthor forever. Jesse eisenberg apparently knew nothing about comic books. Double tap stars woody harrelson venom 2 and jesse eisenberg justice league about returning to the franchise ten.
He is quirky and funny and steals the scenes he is in. Lex luthor actor jesse eisenberg was given a 90minute time. Batman v superman star jesse eisenberg says he would love to. Oct 14, 2019 published on oct 14, 2019 comicbookmovie.
As youll no doubt be well aware, that cassandra is. Even though his performance as supermans nemesis didnt meet the taste of every comic book. Jesse eisenberg hadnt seen a superhero movie before batman v. Jesse eisenberg was originally considered for the character of jimmy olsen. Jesse eisenberg confirms hed love to play lex luthor again after justice league horror zombieland. The movie doesnt have a long run time and doesnt overstay its welcome. Double tap, jesse eisenberg seemingly confirmed that he wouldnt be appearing. Mar 23, 2020 relocating to the suburbs means a lot of things to a lot of people, with the idea of settling down in a quiet neighborhood to start a family being the american dream for some couples. Justice leagues snyder cut just had a very big week. Batman v superman star jesse eisenberg says he would love. Now, eisenberg has revealed that he would like to portray luthor again in a future dc extended universe film. Based on the audible drama series written by and starring jesse eisenberg, the feature film is set to star oscar winner julianne moore and stranger things star finn wolfhard, with eisenberg at the helm as writer and director. Heres a role that jesse eisenberg played more than once.
Unlike a lot of other actors playing a role in a comic book movie, who will get a. May 02, 2015 jesse eisenberg may be playing lex luthor in batman v superman. Jesse eisenberg would very much like to play lex luthor again. Jesse eisenberg born october 5, 1983 is an american actor, author, and playwright. Dawn of justice star jesse eisenberg has revealed what he knows about the snyder cut of justice league, and explains why hes not part of the movement supporting that version. Playing a villain in a superhero movie is the fun part. Double tap, both jesse eisenberg and woody harrelson are asked about where they will be next playing their respective comic book characters, lex luthor and carnage the two actors are rather mum to the line of questioning and both answer, yes. Jesse eisenberg starts off unlikable then quickly becomes interesting. The supersmartness of jesse eisenberg the oscarnominated actor turns fiction writer and comic book villainand apologizes for that comic con. In the four years since its release, zack snyders batman v superman has become one of the most divisive comic book movies. Batman v superman actor jesse eisenberg says hed love to. Jesse eisenberg portrayed lex luthor in batman v superman. There arent really very many other movies the villain would be a good fit for either.
Jesse eisenbergs take on lex luthor has gotten people talking in the four years since. In that movie, he manipulated superman and batman to work against each other, leading to the fight promised in the title. John leguizamo is great as always in his supporting role. The comic version of the man of steels greatest foe was crafted after the oil tycoons and railroad barons of the early 1900s, whereas jesse eisenberg was meant to channel steve jobs, mark. Im sure there are plot holes but the tone of the movie should help viewers not to care. Weve plucked out the 50 best films currently streaming on netflix in the united states. So what are the titles that are going to help fans dive into this vast comic book world. Lex luthor actor jesse eisenberg says he was given just 90 minutes to read the script for the zack snyderdirected batman v superman. Jesse eisenberg suspects he wont play lex luthor again. Vivarium surrounds its thin story with creepy atmosphere. Dawn of justice featured jesse eisenberg s first appearance as the famed superman villain, lex luthor. Aug 23, 2017 after a press release confirmed jesse eisenberg s lex luthor for novembers justice league movie, a new rumor purports that hes been cut presumably under joss whedons new direction for the film. Critics didnt agree for the most part, but the dc comics adaptation.
He made his television debut with the shortlived comedydrama series get real 19992000. The oscarnominated actor turns fiction writer and comic book villainand apologizes for that comiccon mess. Following his first leading role in the comedy drama film roger dodger. Jesse eisenberg says hed love to play lex luthor again. Hit the jump to find a comprehensive calendar of superhero movie release dates tracking the announced comic book movie adaptations up to the year 2020.
He had a unique take on the beloved comic book character, with more youthful. Directed by zack snyder and written by chris terrio and david s. With jason momoa, jesse eisenberg, and junkie xl commenting on the snyder cut of justice. Following his first leading role in the comedydrama film roger dodger 2002, he appeared in the drama film the emperors club 2002. However, her version of the character is nothing like the youngsters comic book counterpart.
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