Oso planning to go pro
I didn't think so Ziggy but you're entitled to your opinion.
On the Churchill book? While the Nazis were evil, it didn't have the same spark for the "bad guys" vs some of the the other books.Plus, so much of the Churchill side read like his social calendar. Didn't think the story was as captivating as it could have been.The bombing parts and the parts about war production were interesting.
C of D is hilarious. And Toole took that title from Jonathan Swift who was a complete badass with the pen. It's extremely sad that J-K-Toole couldn't enjoy his brilliant novel but at the same time amazing how it got published.
Ever wonder why "Confederacy of Dunces" was never made into a movie? It' been in Development Hell for over 30 years. Part of the reason is that the actors chosen to play Ignatius C. Reilly keep dying:John BelushiJohn CandyChris FarleyLet's all say a prayer for Zach Galifianakis. He's the one who has been tapped most recently.
This is a great question. Off the top of my head I can't think of any actor that would be a slam dunk for that role.
There was a stage version that starred Nick Offerman. I think he's a good choice, although he might be a little too slim for the role.
Ignatius was heavy....very heavy. I was thinking Jonah Hill but now he's too slim. There's gotta be someone out there... like an Irish/British actor? Offerman is an interesting thought but isn't he too old?
Ignatius was heavy....very heavy. I was thinking Jonah Hill but now he's too slim. There's gotta be someone out there... like a Irish/British actor? Offerman is an interesting thought but isn't he too old?
John Goodman was rumored for a long time when he was younger. And obviously much heavier.I heard people suggest Zach Galifinakis, who I actually think could have been fantastic. But he's slimmed down quite a bit too.The Steven Soderbergh version that was casted but has been on hold for 15 years was Will Ferrell. But IMO thats a HORRIBLE choice. Honestly, given costuming and CGI, I'd rather a truly excellent comedic actor who knows the role well put on some weight, or a fat suit, or whatnot than try to shoehorn someone in just cause they are overweight. That being said, I'm not confident about a movie being made ever for some reason.
Goodman would have been great in his prime. Remember the actor not only has to be heavy, but must pull off the hunting cap look combined with the New Orleans accent. I just don't know who can do it.....how old is Ignatius? I forgot.
IIRC he pretty young. 30s maybe?
Just looked it up. 30 is correct. Ergo we can't have guys like Galifianakis or other oldies playing him. We also need someone to play his mom. This is tough.
All of the high school students in Grease were pushing 30 IRL. And adding ten years Ignatius's age would not change the character much.