Sherlock Holmes

NSW · 05-20-2009, 12:47 PM

So I was completely stoked when I was told they were making a Sherlock Holmes movie...but now that I've seen the trailer, I'm not so sure...

Robert Downey Jr as Holmes? I'm not feeling it...

Anyone else heard about this? What y'all think?

jackhammer · 05-20-2009, 12:52 PM

British folks should play British literary characters methinks. Basil Rathbone still owns.

Urban Hat€monger ? · 05-20-2009, 12:56 PM

Bit before my time.

I'd go for Jeremy Brett's adaptation of him in the 80s/90s.
One of the last good things ITV ever did as a television company.

They could have at least chosen a British actor. I think Damien Lewis would be a good choice.

right-track · 05-20-2009, 01:14 PM

God. Now what have they done.

LoathsomePete · 05-20-2009, 02:35 PM

If it's any consolidation it's being directed by a Brit.

**Janszoon** · 05-20-2009, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by jackhammer

British folks should play British literary characters methinks.

Meh, I think whoever can play the part the best should get the part regardless of where they're from. That's what acting is all about, playing something you're not. Nevertheless, this movie doesn't look very good. I think Robert Downey Jr. is a great actor but I don't think he's the right choice for Sherlock Holmes.

jackhammer · 05-20-2009, 03:59 PM

Yeah but I know RDJR is not right for the role

Guybrush · 05-20-2009, 04:09 PM

I think I agree, this looks a little sketchy. I still think it looks like it will be entertaining, but I'm guessing those who like Sherlock Holmes from before and take this movie seriously won't be happy about it.

Reminds me a bit of Dr. House

**Janszoon** · 05-20-2009, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by jackhammer

Yeah but I know RDJR is not right for the role

Haha. I knew you were going to say that.

AesopR123 · 05-22-2009, 11:46 PM

Have never been too into Sherlock Holmes but this movie is looking sweet!!!

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Guybrush Juicious Maximus III Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Scabb Island Posts: 6,525	I think I agree, this looks a little sketchy. I still think it looks like it will be entertaining, but I'm guessing those who like Sherlock Holmes from before and take this movie seriously won't be happy about it. Reminds me a bit of Dr. House __________________ Something Completely Different

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AesopR123 Groupie Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 16	Have never been too into Sherlock Holmes but this movie is looking sweet!!!