Snow Crash movie?!

PathMaster · 06-15-2012, 06:05 PM

Looks like they might be willing to try making this book into a movie again. Joe Cornish has been tapped to direct.

Quote:

However, Cornish does seem to be uniquely suited for the role with his experience on Attack the Block, so fans of the novel seem to be reservedly optimistic that he can create a film that represents the novel well. Considering that Cornish is rumored to have turned down Die Hard 5 for this opportunity, it would seem that he’s excited and confident in his abilities.

I am not familiar with Joe Cornish, so I am interested in hearing any comments from others.

Krispy · 06-15-2012, 07:01 PM

The book will be awfully hard to adapt into a movie that can represent its satire and drama in one brush stroke. I don't know about this.

Zecon · 06-15-2012, 07:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Krispy

The book will be awfully hard to adapt into a movie that can represent its satire and drama in one brush stroke. I don't know about this.

Same here.
I'm afraid it would come off as some sort of matrix/tron hybrid with nowhere even close to that kind of budget.
I'm skeptical to say the least.

PathMaster · 06-15-2012, 07:19 PM

You say budget, Hollywood says CGI!

DoctorFinger · 06-15-2012, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PathMaster

You say budget, Hollywood says CGI!

You say CGI, Hollywood says...Will Smith and Megan Fox!

PathMaster · 06-15-2012, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DoctorFinger

You say CGI, Hollywood says...Will Smith and Megan Fox!

While I do not mind looking at Megan Fox, if she is YT or ANY other part I will not be happy at all.

I first saw the news on slashdot and it was suggested Dwayne Johnson or Jason Momoa be Raven.

evilgoodwin · 06-15-2012, 11:09 PM

Nice. I can't wait for the 8 hours of library scenes!

:P

biosc1 · 06-16-2012, 12:31 AM

I feel like I need to read this book again.

Krispy · 06-16-2012, 01:02 AM

If they white up the lead...

Pale Ale · 06-16-2012, 01:20 AM

LeBeef!!!

Your so smart Krispy!

Reverant · 06-16-2012, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by evilgoodwin

Nice. I can't wait for the 8 hours of library scenes!

:P

I haven't read this since I was maybe 14, but that's definitely one of the things I remember most. Some of the key parts are a little... academic.T

his book is also what makes me despise the current internet usage of the word "meme."

Quote:

Originally Posted by Krispy

If they white up the lead...

Half black, half asian lead? Look no further...

Vandabo · 06-16-2012, 02:22 AM

I just realized that I can barely remember anything from that book. The pizza delivery scene is about the only thing that really stuck with me.

Scaryfaced · 06-16-2012, 02:29 AM

I distinctly remember enjoying that book, but it's all a foggy mess in my head at this point. There were glass knives and a trash island, and thats about all I can come up with.

Squidbot · 06-16-2012, 02:49 AM

I love this book. And I'm with Kripsy. I have nightmares involving Keanu or James Macavoy.

evilgoodwin · 06-16-2012, 02:56 AM

Please, you aren't trying hard enough for nightmares.

Robert. Pattinson.

muddi900 · 06-16-2012, 03:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Squidbot

I love this book. And I'm with Kripsy. I have nightmares involving Keanu or James Macavoy.

James McAvoy playing Shia Labeuf playing Keanu Reeves playing Brad Pitt from Fight Club.

It would be like Wanted but with less Angelina Jolie.

Spectre-7 · 06-16-2012, 03:17 AM

Once Keanu Reeves shows up in the chain, don't you automatically resolve the ending to a cardboard cut-out with a speech bubble that says, "Whoa"?

Krispy · 06-16-2012, 04:31 PM

C'mon guys. Keanu is part asian.

DoctorFinger · 06-17-2012, 06:40 AM

Yeah, he has all the acting talent of a terra cotta warrior

06-15-2012, 07:19 PM	#4
PathMaster My life for Aiur! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Adirondacks Posts: 5,613 Blog Entries: 5	You say budget, Hollywood says CGI! __________________ CoG IRC- irc.enterthegame.com #ColonyofGamers Steam/Xbox: Pathmaster

06-15-2012, 11:09 PM	#7
evilgoodwin Abomination Unto Nuggan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 8,724 Blog Entries: 1	Nice. I can't wait for the 8 hours of library scenes! :P __________________ PSN/Steam: evilgoodwin The Nonsensical Prose of a Lunatic Currently Watching: American Horror Story - S02, Angel - S03, Buffy - S06, Deadwood - S01, Dollhouse - S01, GoT - S03, Mad Men - S06, Star Trek TNG - S05 Currently Playing: Bioshock: Infinite (PS3), Final Fantasy IX (PS1), Minecraft (PC), RE4 (WII), Fire Emblem (3DS), EO4 (3DS)

06-16-2012, 01:20 AM	#10
Pale Ale of Blowupyourfacehiem Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Left Side of the Map, That Elbow Posts: 4,334 Blog Entries: 5	LeBeef!!! Your so smart Krispy! __________________ I can not be held responsible for things I say unmedicated!!! Steam: stalecandy Filthy Live Tag: Stalecandy9 PSN: Stalecandy9

06-16-2012, 02:49 AM	#14
Squidbot Schrödinger's vet Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: R'lyeh Posts: 10,329	I love this book. And I'm with Kripsy. I have nightmares involving Keanu or James Macavoy. __________________ And now our dreams are true, we don't know what to do For we don't like it here, there's nothing for us to fear Bored mindless in Utopia British Invaders

06-16-2012, 02:56 AM	#15
evilgoodwin Abomination Unto Nuggan Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 8,724 Blog Entries: 1	Please, you aren't trying hard enough for nightmares. Robert. Pattinson. __________________ PSN/Steam: evilgoodwin The Nonsensical Prose of a Lunatic Currently Watching: American Horror Story - S02, Angel - S03, Buffy - S06, Deadwood - S01, Dollhouse - S01, GoT - S03, Mad Men - S06, Star Trek TNG - S05 Currently Playing: Bioshock: Infinite (PS3), Final Fantasy IX (PS1), Minecraft (PC), RE4 (WII), Fire Emblem (3DS), EO4 (3DS)

06-16-2012, 12:31 AM	#8
biosc1 monoputer Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 7,609	I feel like I need to read this book again.

06-16-2012, 02:29 AM	#13
Scaryfaced Silent, but Deadly Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,436	I distinctly remember enjoying that book, but it's all a foggy mess in my head at this point. There were glass knives and a trash island, and thats about all I can come up with.

06-16-2012, 03:17 AM	#17
Spectre-7 Atomic Danger! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Elsewhere, CA Posts: 5,786 Blog Entries: 5	Once Keanu Reeves shows up in the chain, don't you automatically resolve the ending to a cardboard cut-out with a speech bubble that says, "Whoa"? __________________ "If it's bad, I'll hate it. If it's good, then I'll be envious and hate it even more. You don't want the opinion of another writer."

06-17-2012, 06:40 AM	#19
DoctorFinger Editor in Chief Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: New York City Posts: 13,870 Blog Entries: 10	Yeah, he has all the acting talent of a terra cotta warrior __________________ Gamertag - [DoctorFinger] PSN ID - [DoctorFinger] Steam Profile - [DoctorFinger] Senior News Editor - Colony of Gamers Twitter

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Linear Mode Switch to Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode