"That's the furthest along of all the X-Men projects on the boil. It's actually the story we wanted to use for the first Wolverine film, but [Fox head honcho] Tom Rothman preferred to set the character up with an origin story first. This movie will really focus on the relationship between Wolverine and Mariko, the daughter of a Japanese crime lord, and what happens to him in Japan. We're very fortunate to have a story mostly outlined for us [from the comic book arc co-written by Chris Claremont and Frank Miller]. And we wanted an A+ writer, so we want to Chris McQuarrie (Valkyrie, The Usual Suspects). He came in and has tightened the story and got really immersed in the whole thing - he's in Japan in his head!
We want to make it authentic so I think it's very likely we'll be shooting in Japan. Also, by the way, we are looking to have the Japanese Fox executives involved in helping and counselling us, because it's a different culture and we don't want to portray the way they speak, dress and act in an inaccurate way. I think it's likely the characters will speak English rather than Japanese with subtitles."
We want to make it authentic so I think it's very likely we'll be shooting in Japan. Also, by the way, we are looking to have the Japanese Fox executives involved in helping and counselling us, because it's a different culture and we don't want to portray the way they speak, dress and act in an inaccurate way. I think it's likely the characters will speak English rather than Japanese with subtitles."
for more of the site's chat with Shuler Donner, including tidbits on X-Men Origins: Magneto, X-Men: First Class and Deadpool.
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Chad Vital
I wasn't trashing on him, I just shouldn't have to decypher what he's trying to say because of missing words and funky spacing etc.
2 years agoby @chad-vitalFlag
Portfan
Origins was exactly what we thought it would be: an introduction for the uninitiated. On the same token it had multiple plot points and characters that linked it to the X-Men franchise. As for the story of Wolverine 2, i'm really liking this idea.
2 years agoby @portfanFlag
Mutant
I enjoyed Wolverine but I can see why some people would think it's bad. Personally I didn't love it, Jackman needs to get to the core of the character and have little or no lines.
The character is hard in so many ways, he's a loner, he's a Canadian, and has a temper to boot. Actually he sounds a lot like me.
With a better direction, the franchise can be saved plus Logan isn't a pretty boy like Jackman. He does a good job, but still he's not the right person for the job.
I wish these people would read the comic's before writing the and making the film.
2 years agoby @zenderFlag
-comrade-
Origins was terrible. There is no need to defend a movie that had the potential to save this franchise and instead not only f*cked the pooch but ripped it a new one. Fox, let it die after a Magneto movie.
2 years agoby @taberjohnson18Flag
Jimthar
i liked origins as well but a lot of the effects REALLY needed work and could have looked a lot better. here's to hoping that they're better in the sequel.
2 years agoby @jimtharFlag
ed_wood
Origins wasn't that bad. McQuarrie is good writer to have on the job.
2 years agoby @ed-woodFlag
Remy72883
i loved origins and this one is gonna be a definite see
2 years agoby @remy72883Flag
skeptico
I really hope this is true. My brother and I can't stop talking about how bad Orgins was. McQuarrie is a great writer. I recommend watching the first five minutes of The Way of the Gun. Especially with the commentary on. This franchise character needs McQuarrie's edge.
2 years agoby @skepticoFlag
The Narrator: The Better Man
Lol. Don't trash on him Chad. He was on a roll about agreeing with me. As long as he does so he can misspell all he wants. jk jk ;)
2 years agoby @narratorFlag
Chad Vital
claro you need to learn how to spell and type lol.
2 years agoby @chad-vitalFlag
claro2075
The fallen is right, the movie has potentials...just make sure its better this time.we r watching you.
2 years agoby @claro2075Flag
claro2075
Make wolverine the best at what he does.claro!
2 years agoby @claro2075Flag
-comrade-
better looking claws please...
2 years agoby @taberjohnson18Flag
The Narrator: The Better Man
Awesome. Please make up for Origins. There's serious potential with this movies story and its writer. The comic was cool, keep this from turning ape sh*t. And get a director who can tackle this. Please.
2 years agoby @narratorFlag