Gary Oldman Joins 'A Christmas Carol,' Cary Elwes Does Too (Sort Of)
Filed under: Casting, RumorMonger, DIY/Filmmaking
On the surface, this is just a regular old casting story. But if you dig deeper, we spot an actor who's obviously desperate to pay off some credit card debt. But first, the news: Moviehole reports that Gary Oldman has joined the new 3D, mo-cap, blah blah version of A Christmas Carol, to be directed by Mo-Cap Man himself, Robert Zemeckis. Oldman, like the film's star Jim Carrey, will play an assortment of different roles. Carrey, of course, will be playing Ebenezer Scrooge, as well as the three ghosts who come along for the guilt trip. As Moviehole points out, "A Christmas Carol will feature a touch of live action and computer graphics, the latter of which ImageMovers employed in the Gil Kenan-directed Monster House."
Oh, but here's where it gets good (or depressing, depending on whether or not you're related to Cary Elwes): The actor hasn't nabbed a role in the film. Instead, he's standing in for Jim Carrey when the actor isn't available. Yes, Cary Elwes has officially become a stand-in. Just to give you a tad more info in case you didn't know: Ten years ago, Elwes starred opposite Carrey in Liar Liar. Now, he's had to settle for Carrey's stand-in. What happened there? Should we send a basket ... or something? I feel bad. Anyway, Moviehole also squashes the rumor that Tom Hanks will be playing Bob Cratchit. They claim he "has no part in the movie." Hint, nudge ... Elwes. A Christmas Carol is currently set to arrive on November 6, 2009.
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2-23-2008 @ 10:09PM
julie said...
I happen to know that Cary Elwes is indeed acting along side Jim Carrey and Gary Oldman on this movie. The story of him being a stand in are false. (My boyfriend is working on the movie) He is also helping Jim with his lines but he is NOT a stand in. Give the guy a little more credit! He's one of the best and classiest actors left in this shallow business!
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11-30-2007 @ 6:51PM
Camperton said...
Odd news indeed.
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12-01-2007 @ 12:47AM
peter said...
Hey Davis,
Your article Christmas Carol sounds good.
If you happen to be in NYC this December, there's a show that I saw last year that you've got to check out. It's called Holiday Wonders. It's like a mix of ancient, traditional Chinese dance and singing and western classical music and dance (like ballet and a brass ensemble). What's cool about it is the fusion. Somehow the improbable mix of the arts of the East and West strike out in a fresh direction. Anyhow, I'll be going again this year and I thought I'd spread the joy. All the relevant info can be found at www.holidaywonders.net. Peace.
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12-01-2007 @ 3:10PM
Clint said...
Good lord, how many versions of this movie has Hollywood made over the last hundred years? Do we really need another one?
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