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RYAN
GOSLING |
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Why
it could work: With
acclaimed thespians such as Christian Bale, Robert Downey Jr.,
and Edward Norton taking on superhero roles, why not Ryan Gosling
as Captain America? He does not seem to be an actor who is afraid
to tackle different roles, and whatever he may lack in the physical
side of things he can surely attain with his method style of acting.
How
it could fail: It
may sound like an interesting experiment, but it just does not
seem like the type of role Gosling would take on, and Captain
America fans would not find him to be the best choice.
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#9 |
DAVID
WENHAM |
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Why
it could work: This popular Australian
actor has played support in a number of bug budget films, such
as The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and 300.
He has the look and physique to play the role, not to mention
he is a great actor.
How
it could fail: The idea of a non-American playing the ultimate
American hero could ruffle feathers. Also, he does not have a
marquee name to headline such a big project.
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#8 |
RYAN
PHILLIPPE |
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Why
it could work: After his stretch
at playing Mr. Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe has broken out
with an impressive stretch of dramatic roles in films such as Crash, Flags
of Our Fathers, and Breach.
Captain America would be the ideal big budget action film for Phillippe,
who has the acting chops and look to play the role.
How
it could fail: He has yet to headline a big budget action
film, and while he is in good shape, he does not make for an imposing
super soldier.
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#7 |
CHANNING
TATUM |
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Why
it could work: A former model turned
actor who has appeared in films such as Stop Loss and Step Up, Channing Tatum has those all American
looks and the figure to pull the role off. If producers are looking
for young talent, he would be an ideal candidate.
How
it could fail: His inexperience could cost him.
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#6 |
BRAD
PITT |
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Why
it could work: He has been linked
to the role for a while now, and has the look, physique, acting
talent, and star power to headline such a film.
How
it could fail: Pitt is getting on in his age, and he has dropped
hints that he does not wish to pursue any more action roles.
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#5 |
MATT
DAMON |
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Why
it could work: Over the years,
Matt Damon has proved himself to be a versatile and bankable actor
who is more than able to kick butt on screen, as evident in the Bourne series. Also, he has the look, size, and stature to convincingly
play the role.
How
it could fail: He already has a credible and profitable franchise
with the Bourne movies. Also, he has been tipped to play the Green Arrow in David
S. Goyer's Super Max.
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#4 |
AARON
ECKHART |
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Why
it could work: Aaron Eckhart contains
a weapon that stands him apart from other challengers to the shield:
a cleft chin that would make Bruce Campbell blush! Along with his
blonde hair, blue eyes, size, and acting talent, Eckhart could be
the ideal Captain America.
How
it could fail: Eckhart has already been cast in another comic
book film, playing Harvey Dent / Two Face in The
Dark Knight. And if the career of Halle Berry
is any indication, playing multiple comic book characters is not
a wise career move.
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#3 |
THOMAS
JANE |
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Why
it could work: Thomas Jane is a
solid actor who suits the look and physique of Captain America perfectly.
He is a hard worker, and if cast Jane will no doubt become Hollywood's
new action superstar.
How
it could fail: He has already played a Marvel character in The Punisher, and while his performance was met
with some acclaim, the film itself did not set the world on fire.
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#2 |
MATTHEW
MCCONAUGHEY |
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Why
it could work: Matthew McConaughey
has yet to find a role which can play at his strengths as a handsome,
rugged, and physically imposing leading man. Captain America could
be it.
How
it could fail: Unfortunately, his poor choice of roles and
tendency to take off his shirt at every single occasion without
fail has McConaughey viewed as something of a joke. Also, his
southern tang can be a distraction.
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PAUL
WALKER |
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Why
it could work: With his blonde
locks, crystal blue eyes, lean yet muscular frame, and all American
charm, Walker suits the look of the character to a t. He has enough
of a marquee name to put bums on the seats, and has worked in action
films before (The Fast and the Furious, Into
the Blue). However, he has yet to find a role which could
launch him into the stratosphere. This could be it.
How
it could fail: The wisdom and leadership of Captain America
may be lost upon Walker, who has never projected a leadership
vibe. Maybe this role could change that.
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