The original graphic novel is not recommended. It's basically Millar filing the serial numbers off some well known super-villains in order to tell a decadent, cynical, and bizarrely preachy tale of Evil Wins. Complete with the lamest last page and line in super-hero comic history.
This...looks fairly generic, but also like it might be kind of fun.
Posted by Lyrhawn (Member # 7039) on :
It does look generic, but I like James McAvoy, which makes me want to see this (and also maybe a little sad that he'd pick a movie so incredibly average).
But they keep making these movies because we keep seeing them. Maybe it'll turn out to be a decent ride.
Posted by porcelain girl (Member # 1080) on :
Wanted was very popular at my shop, but I never read it.
But good GRAVY I love James McAvoy. Le swoon.
Posted by JonHecht (Member # 9712) on :
This actually makes me want to see it.
Posted by Scott R (Member # 567) on :
I'm convinced that Millar is the worst comic book writer since Stan Lee.
"Why use subtlety when you can beat them across the face with the backhoe of my intelligence?"
Posted by anti_maven (Member # 9789) on :
Never heard of Wanted, but the trailer looks fun. Just the thing for a wet Wednesday afternoon.
Posted by GForce (Member # 9584) on :
I wasn't that impressed with the comic book either, but this trailer doesn't look like the movie is assured to be crap. There's at least a chance that it'll be good.