Joey Fatone of N*Sync wants to produce the next Superman movie...

[DR.MID-NITE]

At first I was horrified by this. But, then I thought it might not be the worst idea. Don't kill me! Hear me out. Joey Fatone is a huge Superman fan. We always say we want someone to make the movies that is a fan and knows the history, characters and background. He does. So he would probably do a better job than someone like Jon Peters who never has read any Superman comics and does not know much about the characters.

ps-And as for your other concern. He does not want to act in it.

[James Harvey]

Well... I can see this going either way. Then again - I can't really take anything that *NSync says seriously. It would be interesting to have a fan behind the Superman movie instead of Jon "Who is Kal-El?" Peters.

[Terminatah]

Originally posted by DR.MID-NITE
Joey Fatone of N*Sync wants to produce the next Superman movie... Hey, what a coincidence, because I want to fly and have heat vision.

-Terminatah

[Bird Boy]

Originally posted by Terminatah
Hey, what a coincidence, because I want to fly and have heat vision.

-Terminatah

LOL.. Nice one..

I wouldn't really mind him producing it..mainly because he's a fan...if he's a fan....then I'm sure he won't clud it up with crap..

-BB

[BWDK]

he says he "wants" to, that does not mean anything I also want to produce a new Batman movie :D

Besides Fatone is a pop star and eventually an actor not yet a producer...

[Web Head]

that we would all like to be the one entrusted by Warner Bros. to bring Supes back to theaters. But being in a boy band makes you no more qualified to produce a movie than being a teacher or a cop. You've got to find a director that is both talented AND a comic fan.

[Matt Hazuda]

God I hope WB keeps his greasy mitts as far away from it as possible. I his version Luthor and Brainiac create a boy band that hynotizes all the dimwitted people to make them buy CDs from artists who don't actually sing, write their own songs or play their own instruments in order to take over the world
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[Manhunter]

So the question is: between Joey Fatone and Jon Peters,which one is the lesser of two evils?

[Zoddman]

Originally posted by Manhunter
So the question is: between Joey Fatone and Jon Peters,which one is the lesser of two evils? Fatone. Peters is a crackhead.

[The Mad Hatter]

I'm so burnt out on the whole boy band thing I can't even muster up any outrage or disgust anymore. Back in the day I would have gone on a prolonged rant about the gradual fall of society and the death of creativity, but now I just read that news and go, "meh."

I think it's the whole Star Wars thing that got me here.

[Barb Gordon]

Well, when I first read the subject line, my first thought was...must kill fatone....but after reading what everyone has said...I still feel the same way,lol. It's great that he's a big Supes fan, and if he produced it, and did nothing else, it might be okay. I'm pretty sick of this boy band invasion into movies myself. Even my mom, who knows nothing about boy bands didn't think they had any business being in Star Wars when I told her they were going to be in the next one.

Barb^-^

[Cassandra]

Originally posted by Manhunter
So the question is: between Joey Fatone and Jon Peters,which one is the lesser of two evils?

AARRGGHH-
Oh, man, I just got an ulcer....
He's a fan, okay...(twitch) that's a good thing...
*buries head in hands*
these are the CHOICES?!

[Web Head]

No, NSYNC isn't going to be in Star Wars. That was a bad dream. Yeah that's it, it was all just a big nightmare right? Right?

And Cassandra, that horse and college thing still makes my head hurt just thinking about it. Poor Lewis.

[Kal-el]

I wonder if Nsync will want to do the soundtrack for the movie? THat would be craptaculous!!!!!!

[Beyond Batman]

So he's in NSYNC. Big deal. How do we know he's not a poster on this board? How do we know he can't produce a better film than Jon Peters. If Jennifer Lopez can go from dancing, to acting, to singing, Jim Carey from comedic fool to dramatic actor... I think there's room for flexability with Mr. NSYNC. If you're judging him simply because he's in a popular boy band, I think you're judging a little to quickly.

I listen to Linkin Park, Rage Against the Machine, Stone Temple Pilots, Lit... primarily rock/alternative bands. I'm not gonna lie, I like their music. I think they can carry a tune, and they still reamin to be successful. But does that have anything to do with how well Joey produces a Superman film? No.

I'm not a big "did-hard" fan of the boy band, but from what I've seen on MTV, NSYNC is very fan oriented. They'll give what the audience wants. I don't know about you, but that sounds more promising than what's been out lately. Giving the fans what they want, and not force feeding them with mediocre work.

If they're fan dedication will reflect how Joey could produce a Superman film, I think it's worth a shot. Afterall, he is one of us. A fan. More than I can say for Jon Peters.

[Jedigreedo]

First a superman movie by him, then Britney Spears as Batgirl and Justin as Batman, then BSB and Dream as X-men.

I sense a great disturbance in the force. As if millions of voices cried out, and were suddenly silenced... :D

Bah, the best person in the world I could think of for doing a Superman movie is Christopher Reeve. I dunno if he's a fan or not, but he does know how to produce and stuff. :) Maybe even Bruce Timm could do a Superman movie, even if it were live-action?

[SupergirlJenM]

Too bad that box of babyback ribs didn't kill him. :)

[Web Head]

Beyond, he may be a fan but that doesn't mean he will make a good movie. He wants to be a director? Hey thats fine with me. But go direct something original, don't expect to walk in with no experience and get the keys to a popular media franchise. Let him earn his dues and show that he can direct, then maybe I'll feel differently.

The director must know and love the character, but must also know how to make a movie. Who could do this? Dini and Timm? Kevin Smith? I honestly don't know, but not Joey Fatone, not yet.

[Beyond Batman]

I knew I was gonna get some heat for this one.

It's automatic you guys are going to bash him cuz he's in NSYNC, and that he's affiliated with other teen-pop-personas. It's the easiet, most childish response... which have already been demonstrated by a few posters on this thread, so let's get away from that and actually discuss the subject matter here.

The point I'm trying to make is that maybe there's potential. Myself being involved in the film industry, in independant films, I've seen many new upcoming directors demonstrate very good movies. Fresh original ideas with awesome perspective. I'm not saying Joey will produce genius work, but how do you guys know he'll direct a bad Superman film, just because he doesn't have a list of oscar making movies under his sleeve? Sounds to me you guys are judging a book by its cover. In this case, you're judging a movie by its director.

Think about this. If some no-name person came out of the woodwork and was given the rights to direct a Supes film, would your responses be the same way you feel about Joey? Most likely not. Because your opinion wouldn't be so bias.

So let's say Joey does get the rights to direct the film. Would you guys not watch it because Joey from NSYNC directed it? Joey Fatone, may not be my first choice, maybe not even come close... but I would like to see a diehard fan direct a movie. Even if it is Joey Fatone.

"But go direct something original, don't expect to walk in with no experience and get the keys to a popular media franchise. Let him earn his dues and show that he can direct, then maybe I'll feel differently.

The director must know and love the character, but must also know how to make a movie. Who could do this? Dini and Timm? Kevin Smith? I honestly don't know, but not Joey Fatone, not yet." -Web Head

Web Head, Joel Shumacher has had an extensive background in directing films. He "walked in" WITH experience. But look at the two bat films he horribly directed. Terrible dialogue, poor character development, character saturation, and Batgirl being Alfred's neice??? C'mon. That just goes to show, plenty of experience doesn't constitute better directing.

[Jedigreedo]

Beyond Batman, granted he might direct it nicely, still though, what could it lead to? I mean it's bad enough pop stars are trying to act even when they can't sing, you can bet they'd just flock over the directing fad.

I'm not judging him just because he's N*Sync, and you made a good point with those Batman movies, but really, that also points out that you oughta leave this stuff to the professionals. If someone with experiance comes in and can't do it, then what's gonna happen when a teen pop-star walks in and decides he is God over this movie? Not too mention theres the casting and stuff, can you imagine who he'd get to play Superman? Or even Wonder Woman... (I wouldn't doubt he'd want to put her in there.)

I'm not saying they should have a bunch of Oscar's under their sleeves before they get behind a movie (otherwise movies wouldn't of even been made) but if you're taking on stuff like Batman or Superman which aren't just there like some teen movie at least have a way of showing you can direct this and not let down the fans.

I just hope if this does go through (Well Spears got a movie, is there any doubt this won't make it through?) that he doesn't cast any pop stars as lead roles or any roles for that matter.

[Beyond Batman]

Last I checked, he's not a teen. He's well into his late twenties. He's older than most of the posters here.

A professional is someone who gets paid for doing their line of work. Thus, Joey get's paid to direct a Superman film, then he's a professional.

What I'm trying to distinguish is, do you think Joey is a bad choice because:

1. He's from NSYNC, and it's hard to picture someone who can sing and dance as a director?

2. He's not a reputable director?

3. He lacks directing experience?

4. All of the above.

Now, take those same questions and apply it to a no-name director. Would your answers be the same? There are a number of talented people here on this board, but because they are not professionals, are not reputable, or lack experience.... are you telling me they wouldn't be able to potentially direct or write a good Batman or Superman film? :rolleyes:

I'll say it again like I've been saying in my previous posts... I'm more eager to see a long time fan write/direct a Superman film that's true to the fan base, than to see Hollywood take over and glamourize Batman or Superman by giving him nipples and endorsing Big Macs.

Experience doesn't always justify a winning hand. Long time lottery players buy tickets all the time and never win, where the lucky bum picks the right numbers and is now a millionaire. Can you really judge Joey's directing record? Please, critique one of his movies. Was it good or bad? I'm sure you're thinking... "What movies has he directed?" My point exactly. As much as you guys anticipate he'd do poorly... why don't you give him the benefit of the doubt. Maybe he would do a good job. As much as you think he'll suck, equally, he could do just as good. You really don't know. He might actually get lucky and nail this in the head, portray a Superman true to his origin.

Afterall, he's a fan just like us. Not some big director saying "As a kid, I always liked Superman and found him fasinating..." Rather, get the director who says, "I've been a long time fan, reading the comics, watching the animated series, and collecting everything!"

Really, could Joey Fatone sink lower than Shumacher? So what does Joey have to lose???

[Jedigreedo]

1. Professional as in knows what they're doing and has established they can handle a project like this.

2. MTV will probably be trying to take advantage and get their ads in as much as they can since he's N*Sync and they know theres money to be made from this.

3. What exactly is there to stop a pop star from casting other pop stars?

4. I think it's been established that it's not just cause he's from N*Sync, but just cause. :D

I just think that even as a fan, he has a major of chance of ruining it BECAUSE he's a fan. Think about it, he can do basically whatever he wants with it, and that's pretty much a fan's dream.

[Web Head]

Hey Beyond, good point about Schumaker. I agree that experience alone does not qualify you to direct Superman. My point basically is that as far as I know, Joey Fatone has not directed ANY films, including indies. I have great respect for independent film workers and find many indy work better than what is churned out of most major studios.

If Joey has directed anything, I would give it a rent. And I would make every attempt to go in unbiased and to try and fairly judge his filmmaking talent. My point is simply that I would not want ANYONE directing if they have not even produced a short. So I can't comment on his movie work unless he has some/I see it.

Hey, he IS a fan. If they've got talent and can give us a good movie, I don't care if Michael Jackson or Barbara Streisand make the movie. But comic adaptations are not a steady business. I'm just afraid of what will happen if we give a new Superman movie to someone who doesn't understand the character or who can't properly translate him to film.

Schumacher nearly killed the Batman movie franchise and we're just now getting to the point where WB will consider doing a new one. I don't want this to happen again. Whoever directs the next Superman or Batman film better be damn good and better give a hoot about the character. I'm not saying that isn't Fatone, but let's not assume it is either.

[Beyond Batman]

Web Head, I couldn't agree with you more. Let's just hope the next person to direct the next of these films give the characters justice.

[Web Head]

With such developed characters and such a large fanbase a Superman or Batman movie done properly would be huge. You hear me WB? Get us the right actors and director, make a good movie, and you will have yourself a successful franchise that will make lots of moneyin theaters.

The good news is that X-Men paved the way. Spiderman should do well this May (mainly because I'll go see it about a million times) and Hulk is coming next summer. If these two and X-Men 2 are a success then I'm sure WB would like to jump on the bandwagon.

On an unrelated topic, with Spiderman and Episode II coming out within weeks of each other, I won't be seeing much of the light of day this May. Can't wait!

[Ricochet]

Y'know, Fatone could do a good job and he could do a bad job. If it's a good one, a director is born. A bad one, it's a bad one! I can say that at least one of the Superman movies is junk already, so one dud won't destroy Superman's claim to the box office, as long as there are fanboys like me and you ready to give it a shot.

--Ric