As the DC and Marvel universes expanded, large-scale casting began.
Hollywood became incredibly lively overnight, with not only unknown small-time actors participating, but also many established superstars looking for opportunities.
For example, Johnny Depp contacted Zack Snyder through his agent, expressing his willingness to make a cameo in a small role.
For such big names, what they sought was not an opportunity, but more of a hobby.
It was also about getting involved in this wave, much like going on a trip where locals are celebrating a traditional festival; participating is enjoyable, as long as it's not like Midsommar.
Fans also left comments on the official websites and social media accounts of Marvel and DC, recommending stars they thought were suitable.
The one with the most likes was Hugh Jackman, with over 90% of people hoping he would continue to play X-Men Origins: Wolverine in the Marvel version of X-Men.
Aesthetic fatigue?
That doesn't exist!
We just love seeing you tear your clothes and roar. Aside from the height mismatch, Hugh Jackman is the perfect embodiment of X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
Wolf Uncle stated in an interview that he had not received an invitation.
The Russo Brothers responded that due to a different timeline, this Marvel version of X-Men Origins: Wolverine is not the main character.
But we also like Hugh Jackman very much, and if he doesn't mind a small role, he is very welcome to make a cameo.
A week later, DC released the concept art for Aquaman, featuring Jason Momoa's wild look with a trident, which received mixed reactions.
Some thought it was great and looked powerful.
Others felt it didn't align with the original comic and lacked the essence of Arthur.
Meanwhile, the main villain Orm was, without a doubt, given to Patrick Wilson, James Wan's old partner.
His armored appearance, however, garnered widespread praise. After makeup, he exuded an aristocratic aura, yet also a ruthless demeanor, perfectly embodying the gravitas of a major villain.
The female lead, Mera, was chosen to be Anne Hathaway, who fought her way through numerous competitors to win the role.
Anne Hathaway has a versatile temperament; she can be both sexy and charming, as well as fierce.
Her big eyes are bright and beautiful, and through The Princess Diaries series, she has already become an actress with a certain level of national recognition.
Her box office appeal is considerable, and the release of her concept art naturally received approval. However, Catwoman in batman: The Dark Knight Rises would have to be recast.
As for Amber, she didn't even participate in the audition.
This bitch hasn't latched onto Depp or Musk yet; she's an unknown small-time actress and hasn't even fully developed. Playing Mera? She doesn't have the ability, understand?
Green Lantern also released its male lead, still Ryan Ryan Reynolds.
Given Hal Jordan's popularity, competition for this role was fierce. James Wan and Zack Snyder hadn't actually considered him.
After all, he still had three fixed projects to film: transformers, the hangover, and sharknado. Did he even have time?
It was Ryan who proactively sought out Eric, making an extremely disgusting phone call.
It was a weekend, and Eric was entangled with six women at the time.
On the wall projection, Judy and Daddario were also enjoying each other.
However, both wore masks, so their identities were hidden. Judy had specifically recorded it for her man to enjoy.
More precisely, it was to show off her achievements, as in, 'Look, I've already taken care of one.'
"My dear boss, are you available right now?"
Eric said with great irritation, "Spit it out, no nonsense!"
"Uh, if you're not in a good mood, I think it's better to talk tomorrow."
"I told you to speak, so speak! Hiss!"
"What? Are you okay, boss? Your voice sounds strange."
"Do you have something to say or not? If not, I'm hanging up."
"Yes, yes, yes, regarding the role of Hal Jordan, I actually really want to try it."
Hearing that there was indeed a serious matter, Eric gestured to Theron and Nicole to slow down their licking, receiving two big eye-rolls.
Elizabeth even sat directly on his face, leaving only his mouth able to speak.
"You want the role, why didn't you audition?"
"I did, but I wasn't chosen. James said I was too busy and worried about scheduling conflicts."
"But actually, it's completely feasible. The filming time for the hangover isn't long, it can be done in a month, and sharknado is even shorter."
"transformers 3 won't start filming until next year at the earliest. I'll push off all other projects, I can do it, boss. Can you put in a good word for me?"
"You want to use connections, Fxxx!"
Ryan sounded a bit wronged: "Boss, if it's difficult, just forget it, there's no need to curse at me."
Eric glanced at Gadot, who had suddenly sat down, and could no longer hold back.
"Alright, alright, I get what you mean. Hang up."
After a fierce battle ended in the evening, everyone was exhausted, and Eric's mind finally cleared.
Unexpectedly, after all the twists and turns, Hal Jordan returned to Ryan Reynolds' hands. Is this the wheel of fate?
The original Green Lantern was a complete failure.
The reasons for the failure were multifaceted. The costumes and sets were just the most basic failure; the script was the real disaster.
Firstly, Hal Jordan's character design collapsed completely; he showed no sign of the'strongest will' title, giving up at every turn.
The dialogue was childish, even saying things like 'Grant me strength,' which was jarring.
The villain was brainless; Parallax should not have been the boss of the first movie, and there was no reason for it to come to Earth looking for trouble, not even a reasonable motive for the crime.
Sinestro was even more idiotic, like a clumsy child who knew nothing, or rather, the Green Lantern Corps was a bunch of fools.
The second villain was equally baffling, and the final battle was extremely perfunctory, with very poor special effects.
This was an all-around idiotic project, consistent with Warner Bros.' usual style.
But now, with Eric's oversight, the Green Lantern script is completely different. The main setting is on Oa, and the main villain is Sinestro, not Parallax.
Parallax will appear as the boss in the sequel; the script has undergone subversive changes.
Given this major premise, letting Ryan Reynolds play Green Lantern again will certainly lead to completely different results.
What about Deadpool?
He can't be Hal Jordan on one side and Wade Wilson on the other, can he?
No, with two different companies, it might not be impossible.
Finally, at Eric's request, the Green Lantern crew still released Ryan Reynolds' concept art.
As for the female lead?
The script has been changed to Oa, so who needs a female lead? The main perspective is on the Green Lantern Corps, which is almost entirely male.
At this point, only the choice for the Flash remained undecided. Miller, that flaky guy, was probably squatting in some corner somewhere.
James Wan submitted five candidates for Eric to consider.
Looking at their resumes, Eric finally settled on the actor for Barry Allen — the sunny boy Joseph Gordon-Levitt.