cast: Edward Norton, Liv Tyler, William Hurt, Tim Roth
Directed by Loius Leterrier
Studio: Universal Pictures
For reasons known and unknown the makers now want to distance themselves from the original Eric Bana starrer HULK. But the truth is that it is still very much a sequel to that. Only thing is that they will not throw any reference to that version, and in fact have removed everyone from the cast of that flick.
So the new movie sees Edward Norton take on the role of Bruce Banner. He not only plays the lead, but have also undertaken the role of writing this whole film and reworking the numerous early drafts. This time it is a more WHAM-BAM flick that is out to please the fans if not the critics!
The explosive, action-packed adventure in one of the all-time most popular superhero sagas unfolds with a cure in reach for the world's most primal force of fury: THE INCREDIBLE HULK. We find scientist Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) living in shadows, scouring the planet for an antidote. But the warmongers who dream of abusing his powers won't leave him alone, nor will his need to be with the only woman he has ever loved, Betty Ross (Liv Tyler).
Upon returning to civilization, our brilliant doctor is ruthlessly pursued by The Abomination (Tim Roth)--a nightmarish beast of pure adrenaline and aggression whose powers match The Hulk's own. A fight of comic-book proportions ensues as Banner must call upon the hero within to rescue New York City from total destruction. And on June 13, 2008...one scientist must make an agonizing final choice--accept a peaceful life as Bruce Banner or the creature he could permanently become: THE INCREDIBLE HULK.
The film, beside Norton, also stars Tim Roth as The Abomination, while Liv Tyler takes on the role of Betty Ross. William Hurt is cast as General Thunderbolt Ross. Even rhe Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr) puts a cameo in this movie.
This time the film is directed by french talent Louis Leterrier (Transporter and Danny the Dog). I have no idea why the studio insists on getting foreign guys to take on Hulk. Isn't there someone rooted in the American scenario capable of giving justice to this character?
Anyways, The Incredible Hulk is certainly awaited for several reasons. Definitely 2008 is a year full of big movies. But nothing can really get as big as watching Hulk battle it with a beast like The Abomination. It is undoubtedly the battle worthy of your ticket money this summer.
THE PANEL ROOM
The writing seems clear for HULK this time around. It has been given a favourable thumbs up by most by taking the safe action packed routine. So HULK seems to be mindless popcorn flick of the summer that is high on action, low on anything intellectual. Well, exactly what the viewers wanted ...right ?
The Panel room seems to agree on a 3.1 rating for this one....
The Hulk is back the way his fans want him. Hulk smash! REELVIEWS 3/4
The Marvel nods in this film are much more clever than the film itself. CRANKYCRITIC 3/5
“The Incredible Hulk” keeps slamming everything forward, satisfyingly. CHICAGOTRIBUNE 3/4
The latest Incredible Hulk is so steeped in action and spectacular special effects that his 2003 predecessor might be turning a more vivid green with envy. USATODAY 2.5/4
Because this “Hulk” isn’t incredible; it’s just mediocre. ONEGUYSOPINION C
UPDATE APR 5: You can help yourself to a behind the scenes look at this big summer release where the makers spent some time giving us some more juicy bits of the feel ofthe flick
UPDATE Mar 15: The trailer is finally unleashed , but even more interesting is that director Leterrier decides to guige us frame by frame through the trailer at EMPIRE . Most notable details from them is that there is still patchup works going on with the Hulk CGI. One of the reasons why the trailers were delayed all this while. Secondly, it is going to be a 26 minute long battle that we shall see between the two monsters right in the middle of NYC. Howz that for a climax?
Hmm..more trouble behind studio doors. As the film is making its way to the final cut there seems to be a heated debate between Edward Norton, the director , and the suit troop of Universal and Marvel - More on that HERE
The movie is getting bigger and bigger as the day approaches. So it is rightful that I get prepared for this superhero flick that promises to be of magnanimous proportions.
Many hated Ang Lee's dark look at one of the most popular of comic superheroes ever...The Incredible Hulk. Personally I loved the dark tones but have to agree that the real culprit was the corny special effects that ruined the show.
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