First Photo: Hugh Jackman in Real Steel
By Krystal Clark
The first photo of Hugh Jackman on the set of Shawn Levy’s Real Steel has been released. The film co-stars Anthony Mackie, “Lost’s” Evangeline Lilly, and Dakota Goyo as Jackman’s young son. The futuristic action flick combines Transformers with boxing, but scales down the machines to a more reasonable size. Check out the photo below…
The film centers on an ex-fighter who becomes a promoter when human boxing is outlawed for being too violent. People are replaced with massive robots with human characteristics that compete in gladiator style fights. Jackman’s character discovers a discarded robot that he thinks can be the new champion around the same time he finds out he’s the father of a 13 year old boy (Goyo).
When I first heard about this film and its concept it sounded kind of ridiculous. But after getting this small glimpse of what’s to come it doesn’t look that bad. I’m interested in seeing a few photos of Jackman interacting with his onscreen son as well as the other characters. Hopefully they release a full body shot of the robots soon so we can examine their design and see what they’re really all about.
What do you think of the first photo from Real Steel?
Source: USA Today
Tuesday, June 15, 2010 6:24AM
Hugh Jackman can be anything or anyone! I hope there really is a second Van Helsing though…
Tuesday, June 15, 2010 6:54AM
Uh, there was a second Van Helsing and it bombed. That's probably why you never heard about it.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010 12:17PM
Hugh Jackman is the most talented performer today and the nicest. I love him, and can't wait for this movie. He is a Real Man!!
Thursday, June 24, 2010 2:49PM
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Wednesday, August 4, 2010 7:38AM
I absolutely adore Hugh Jackman. He is such a versatile talent. He is not only a brilliant actor, but a wonderful host, and song and dance man. Have you ever heard him sing??? Beauftiful voice!!! I could listen to him 24/7. He is forthright, honest and a wonderful father and husband. A truly dedicated family man with values he upholds. I also would like to see a second Van Helsing movie. Whoever said there was a second one already doesn't know what they are talking about, however there was a Van Helsing cartoon that ran about 30 minutes in length and maybe that's what that person is referring to. I would also love to see a followup to Australia. Now THAT is a wonderful movie. It should have taken many awards, but nontheless, Hugh can be very proud of his performance, as well as Nicole Kidman, in this truly epic movie.