Another Penguin Rumor
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Batman on Film has revamped their Penguin rumors, adding another name to the ever turning rumor mill. Previously reported fan favorite Bob Hoskins is still in the rumor running, but another named has emerged from an inside source as also being a front runner for the part; Philip Seymour Hoffman. Phil is currently receiving heaps of praise for his work in Capote, and will next be seen in the upcoming Mission Impossible 3. The size of Cobblepot’s part in the movie is yet to be determined. Other Bat-rumor is currently suggesting that Sam Rockwell is campaigning for the role of the Clown Price of Crime, but it is not known if he is under official consideration for the role.
I’m personally still pulling for Hoskins, but I don’t doubt that Hoffman could pull the part off with considerable skill as well. Something about Hoskins just seems to speak to the eccentricity of the character. At any rate, it’s nice that all rumors so far have focused around talented and enjoyable actors. Opinions?
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12-07-2005 @ 7:48PM
Jason said...
I agree with you about the "talented and enjoyable actors", if it were not for Sam Rockwell. He's a bit too over the top for me, and not understated like all the other actors that were in Batman Begins.
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12-07-2005 @ 8:12PM
The Jeremy said...
Hoskins is spot-on for the role, especially since they aren't going to make the Penguin a mutated Burton-esque freak character this time 'round. Hoffman ain't gonna get the role because he isn't British...plus, he doesn't look the part.
Now if we could just get Eccleston cemented in the role for The Joker...
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12-08-2005 @ 9:40AM
Patrick said...
I have to say, Hoskins would be a great fit for Penguin. He looks distinguished, eccentric, and definitely has the potential for a mean streak. Although I like Hoffman a lot, I think he'd almost be too sinister... Then again, maybe that's not such a bad thing.
I think Paul Bettany is still my favourite of the Joker casting rumours.
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12-08-2005 @ 2:51PM
aj said...
After seeing Hoskins most recent turn as Bart in Unleashed/Danny the Dog, I can definitely see him in the role. I think it's an inspired choice and I hope it happens.
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