The Spider-Man Reboot James Cameron Style
Have you ever wondered what would happen if James Cameron got his hands on the Spider-Man franchise? According to Sony, they’re gearing up for a reboot and that means a new story and a new look. The tone of choice is dark and gritty, and they’re looking for a director who can take the franchise to the next level. But did you know that almost 20 years ago Peter Parker and his alter ego could have landed in the hands of the same guy who brought us Terminator and Avatar?
Over at Techland, they’ve uncovered some old school sketches of Cameron’s that depict his vision for the Spider-Man character. They were able to pull some early storyboards that the director had drawn up that featured all the usual suspects, including a nerdy Peter Parker and his crush Mary Jane Watson. The images date back to 1992, which means it was in the midst of the T2: Judgment Day after glow. At that point Cameron must have been a hot commodity, no wonder he was given the task of taking on Spider-Man.
His take on the hero’s story wasn’t that much different than what we saw from Sam Raimi ten years later, but his version was a lot edgier. “Cameron’s Peter Parker steals, kills a criminal (albeit accidentally) and not only does he kiss love interest Mary Jane, he has sex with her. On top of the Brooklyn Bridge.”
Check out some photos from his storyboards…
Do you think Cameron should revisit the Spider-Man franchise and give it another shot?
Thursday, January 14, 2010 2:13AM
James Cameron SUCKS! He is sooooo lame these days! Giving him Spider Man now would be a HUGE mistake! There is a difference between a GOOD film maker making a GREAT movie that stands the test of time for years and years to come and a good director (years ago) making a huge blockbuster that no one will give two sh*ts about after it's first month of HUGE box office success! Get your heads out of your butts Hollywood and get a clue!!!!!!!!
Thursday, January 14, 2010 2:30AM
"Dark and gritty"! Why does Hollywood think superheroes have to be "dark and gritty"? Let's see, the three Spider-man movie are in the top 20 grossing movies of all time. No dark and gritty there. But they where huge successes! "Iron Man" made a ton of money and got amazing critical response. Nothing "dark and gritty" there. The Punisher has been dark and gritty through three bombs. Daredevil was dark. It stunk!
Thursday, January 14, 2010 2:34AM
Good point. Even though Spidey had his dark moments his character was never intended to be Batman. That's the route I think the studios are going with this. It's sad because that's not in everyone's comic book DNA. It's the Dark Knight effect.
Thursday, January 14, 2010 2:34AM
If this happens, I hope we can see some unknown actors! I'm so tired of the same over used people in what could be great stories (remade or new).
Thursday, January 14, 2010 2:39AM
Spider-man should be fun! Watch the Spectacular Spider-man animated series. It's lots of fun. Good humor. They do more right with Spider-man in 22 minutes than Raimi did in three movies.
Thursday, January 14, 2010 3:09AM
spider-man has always been an up beat, fun and sarcastic superhero. go back to the old animated series from the 1960's and use those as inspiration.
Thursday, January 14, 2010 3:09AM
They should've just continued. But Sony wants to make manoey and they don't care about vision as Raimi has. After The Dark Knight and the $$$ it made that's all they want to do to comic book to movies. The suits need to see that there is a big difference between Batman and Spiderman. A VERY BIG DIFFERENCE.
Thursday, January 14, 2010 3:44AM
to duane – I definitely agree!
Thursday, January 14, 2010 4:23AM
Cameron doesn't suck. He's box office platinum. That is the business of Hollywood: Making money with entertaining movies. Yes a majority do suck, but a film as succesful as Avatar pays for them. So you're point of view is way off there.
You're right on about good film makers and great movies. However no director makes a great movie every time. Not even Speilberg.
Cameron would be great on Spidy, but he has no reason to do the reboot now. He doesnt have to make a movie for another 10 years thanks to the success of Avatar.
Thursday, January 14, 2010 5:02AM
More importantly, Sony wants ot make sure they keep Spidey out of Disney's hands. Remember, the rights would've reverted to Marvel/Disney in 2012…
Thursday, January 14, 2010 7:35AM
Have you fucking seen Avatar dumbass? Shut the fuck up.
Thursday, January 14, 2010 10:36AM
Well jake, just a word of advise to you. Dont give out your opinions as you clearly dont have a clue on the aspect of film making. Avatar is a briiliant example on this.very creative and its so jam packed with every thing you would want in a film.i really dont no what fuckin planet your on mate but you certainly not with us! And who you calling a 'dumbass'? Your a fucking cock and i feel that you need to dhut the fuck up……TWAT!!!
Thursday, January 14, 2010 9:15AM
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