New Green Lantern trailer wows fans

These days, being a comic book fan is akin to being a sadomasochist as films based on decades of material are altered to meet studio executives’ needs and often hurried into production. Warner Bros arguably has the keys to a stable of the greatest comic book creations in print (an opinion held even by Marvel EIC Joe Quesada!), yet legal troubles and other concerns have hampered production of these creations for the big screen.

When a relatively obscure second tier hero Green Lantern was announced, the comic book realm rippled with anticipation mixed with worry. A wonderful blend of science fiction and superhero action, the emerald gladiator was custom-made for a major motion picture rife with CGi treatment. But… what if it all goes wrong? What if the wrong actor is cast as the devil-may care test pilot Hal Jordan, if the costume is altered, what if the back-story or supporting cast are changed in order to appease what the studio thinks is necessary in order to appeal to the movie-going public?

With high hopes and concerned fans, the initial Green Lantern trailer was less than impressive. A goofy performance by Ryan Reynolds solidified the opinion that he was wrongly cast, the depiction of Hal Jordan as a slacker with a penchant for a bachelor’s life left fans groaning as it appeared that their beloved character was going to be reduced to an ironic joke on superheroes rather than a celebration of the comic book idiom.

Premiered this year’s WonderCon, the new Green Lantern movie trailer has been changing opinions (for the better).

The new trailer reflects the gravity of the comic, addresses the humor of Hal Jordan tempered by his maturity into the hero that I hoped we would get to see on screen.  Color me surprised and excited.

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Get your own ring and join the Green Lantern Corps!

Green Lantern Movie Green Lantern Power Ring Prop Replica

‘In brightest day, in blackest night, No evil shall escape my sight Let those who worship evil’s might, Beware my power… Green Lantern’s light!’In a vast and mysterious universe, a small but powerful force has existed for millennia. Protectors of peace and justice, they are called the Green Lantern Corps. Cosmic warriors sworn to keep intergalactic order, each Green Lantern wears a ring that grants superpowers.

When a new enemy threatens to destroy the balance of power in the Universe, the fate of the Green Lanterns and of the Earth lie within the hands of the Corps’ newest recruit – the first human ever selected: gifted but cocky test pilot Hal Jordan (Ryan Reynolds). With determination and willpower, he possesses one thing no member of the Corps has ever had: humanity. Jordan must quickly master his new powers and find the courage to overcome his fears to defeat the enemy and become the greatest Green Lantern of all.

This prop replica of the Green Lantern Power Ring was created from a cast of the actual ring used in the movie! Featuring a distressed metal band and a translucent green faux crystal, the ring comes packaged in a two-part box foil-stamped with the Green Lantern movie logo and with protective foam inside. Available in a men’s ring size 13, although the ring is a prop replica ONLY and is not meant to be worn. Limited Edition of 4000 pieces.
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Also available:

Buy Green Lantern: First Flight on DVD

Green Lantern, Vol. 1: No Fear

Green Lantern: Rebirth

Tales of the Green Lantern Corps, Vol. 1

Tales of the Green Lantern Corps Vol. 2

 

Beware His Star Power…

There has been no sign of a development in either the Batman or Superman franchises for many moons now, and a recent rumor that DC Comics had put a stop on all feature film developments lead many to believe that Marvel was running the show on the super hero flick front. Well… that may not be the case.

There have been rumblings that James Bond ‘Casino Royale’ (the new one, not the classic 60’s one) director Martin Campbell has been approached by Warner Bros. to bring their next big comic book franchise to the fore. Finally, Green Lantern will be receiving the star treatment that many fans have been waiting for. An interesting choice, Campbell could bring the kind of gravity and importance to a Green Lantern film that it desperately needs. Keep in mind, at one time there were talks of casting Jack Black as the unlikely bearer of the magic green ring. Oh, my sides. But Campbell could bring that certain something to the project that may result in Green Lantern being a major property. Remember how badly off Batman was before Chris Nolan…

While the original Green Lantern was created in 1940 by Bill Finger and Martin Nodell, the current Green Lantern and star of this film would be Hal Jordan, a test pilot introduced in the Silver Age version of the series in 1960. A tough-as-nails loner with no fear and a defiant hairdo, Jordan has been regarded as THE Green Lantern by fans despite the DC Editorial’s numerous attempts at introducing replacements. Possessing a ring that is capable of nearly any feat the bearer can imagine, Jordan remains the most revered of the corps due to his fearless nature. A member of a galactic police force, Jordan has faced numerous threats including the strange freak of evolution known as the Shark, the robotic army of Manhunters, the mad yet brilliant Hector Hammond and many others. His former mentor Sinestro remains Jordan’s chief foe, a villain that stands against everything the Green Lantern Corps holds dear.

At one time Green Lantern was a bit of a joke and couldn’t hold a readership to save his publication life, but today the series is an enormous hit and a major pull for DC readers. Given the current state of his popularity and the unlikelihood of any other properties coming along, it is the perfect time to launch this character into a film franchise.

Let’s just hope they don’t cast Jack Black.

Recommended:

Green Lantern: The Sinestro Corps War, Vol. 1
Green Lantern: The Sinestro Corps War, Vol. 2
Green Lantern: Rebirth
Green Lantern: In Brightest Day