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Bruce Willis In Talks To Mentor An 'American Assassin'
Busy guy, that Bruce Willis. The fifty-seven year old actor is currently shooting the fifth installment of the 'Die Hard' franchise, 'A Good Day to Die Hard,' in Istanbul and will then begin production on Dean Parisot's 'Red 2.' He's also attached to star in the big screen adaptation of the 'Kane & Lynch' video games. All of this with Rian Johnson's 'Looper' hitting theaters on September 28th. Now, it appears he's in discussion with CBS Films to add 'American Assassin' to his hectic schedule. 'American Assassin' is the story of a former grad student who joins the CIA after his girlfriend is murdered by a terrorist. Willis would play the mentor to this titular fledgling assassin. 'American Assassin' will be directed by Jeffrey Nachmanoff ('Traitor') from a script by Mike Finch. No official deal has been made.
One thing that can't be denied about Bruce Willis, the guy has aged well. He's one of the few of the old guard action heroes who still seems entirely comfortable while carrying a stunt-heavy action film. This seems to be another perfect part for him, he's most at home playing cops and spies. The plot doesn't sound especially unique or thrilling, but it's the kind of bare bones storyline that gives actors the opportunity to make the film their own without being overwhelmed by gimmick. I'm not terribly familiar with Jeffrey Nachmanoff's work, but he directed a few episodes of 'Homeland' in addition to 'Traitor' so it seems that espionage is a popular subject with him. The thing that's going to prove most important with 'American Assassin' is who they cast as the up-and-coming hitman. Willis will no doubt deliver in the role of the mentor, but if it's to some wooden, flash-in-the-pan box office draw instead of someone could do something interesting with the character, the film will not work. My vote would be for someone like Chris Hemswoth or Zachary Quinto.
What do you guys think? Interested in 'American Assassin?' Who would you cast as the young lead?
Source: Variety
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Tags: An American Assassin, Bruce, CBS, CIA, Films, Willis, developement, in, mentor, talks
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Comment by reginald woodson on September 11, 2012 at 6:53am -
Chris Hemsworth would be good, if successful it would give him a way to break away from the Thor franchise and not be see as just a one trick pony. why all the Shia Labeouf hate? i seriously doubt he would even be offered this role. i see people want him to do comedy but other then is tv show that he did when he was kid, when has Shia ever done comedy? he obviously like doing action/dramatic roles and has worked hard to distance himself away from his Even Stevens character and so far has been successful at it.
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Comment by Cedric Benson on September 9, 2012 at 10:42am -
I don't mind Shia LaBoef. I separate the artist's life with his work. I like his performance in Lawless and the Robert Redford movie looks pretty good. Plus, how many times have young and hated actors turned out to great actors afterwards? I'll wait and see before I start hating.
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Comment by Sammy Ryd on September 8, 2012 at 9:36pm -
I would love Zachary Quinto!!!
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Comment by Charmingman93 on September 8, 2012 at 4:40pm -
Shia Laboef needs to just disappear.
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Comment by dan smith on September 8, 2012 at 1:53am -
Shia LaBoof is a terrible choice. I hate that he' s gotten some "get out of learning to act" card and keeps getting projects he has not earned nor does he deserve. He's a terrible tough guy actor and they keep thinking he can do it. He should stick to slap stick stupid comedies and replace Jim Carrey in Dumb and Dumber 2. That would be a worthy use of his talents. These comments are not directed at Sachal Khan as I do not know you, but the very sight of someone suggesting "He who we will not mention" to play another tough guy role just makes my blood boil. Lt. Commander Armstrong, Aaron Paul all day. Good choice. I love Breaking Bad and this would be a great role for him to get into to. Maintain the mentor factor of the Walt-Jesse relationship and at the same time get out of TV. Well played.
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Comment by Eric Turpel on September 7, 2012 at 5:59pm -
Liam Hemsworth.
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Comment by Nick Herring on September 7, 2012 at 3:40pm -
I think Chris Hemsworth might be a bit too old for the young lead. Now, his brother Liam would be a better fit for the part.
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Comment by Bryan K on September 7, 2012 at 12:26pm -
I doubt you would know who he is, but I think Aldis Hodge would be a perfect 'Next Bruce Willis'. He can be really funny on the show Leverage, he's proven on the show that he can also do action, and as a plus, his first film was Die Hard 3.
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Comment by Lt. Commander Armstrong on September 7, 2012 at 12:23pm -
Two words, Aaron Paul.
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Comment by Sachal Khan on September 7, 2012 at 11:19am -
Shia Lebeouf as the apprentice.
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