Comments on: Damon Still Too Old To Play Kirk

By: EdDR

EdDR — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 22:32:25 +0000

If say there is a transition of command on the Enterprise of the captains, wouldn’t the Federation send in an Ambassador to observe the ceremony, say Robert April ,the first captain of the Enterprise,who according to Treknology, had become Earth’s Ambassador to the Federation? Star Trek fan Tom Hanks could do that role. I vote for Ray Liotta for the Christopher Pike role. and on another note, totally aside from this , Shame on the old UPN for cancelling ST Enterprise, when it was really starting to get interesting

By: EdDR

EdDR — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 22:18:50 +0000

Besides if Matt is according to what Abrams “told” him that he was 15 years older, then Chekov has to be 15-17 years old. Think about it, since we thought Chekov was roughly 20 or 21 when he got on the Enterprise in TOS.

By: EdDR

EdDR — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 22:13:17 +0000

If Abrams is “close” to casting CHEKOV – then Matt Damon would be the right age to play Kirk. Again the right look.

By: Darth Caedus

Darth Caedus — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 20:10:43 +0000

Are you seeing the same “urban collector” add for a TOS Kirk bust on this page? Compare it to the pic of Damon at the head of the page. You simply will not ever find a closer match. Nope, I don’t want him doing a Shatner imitation, but capturing the look would go a long way to accepting his particular spin on the character. And yes, James T. Kirk is a character.

By: PD18

PD18 — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 20:08:11 +0000

Hey guys.

I’ve been reading a lot of peeps promoting Jensen Ackles as a young Kirk. I decided to whip up a quick photoshop manip, and I have to say… of all the actors that I’ve photoshopped as Kirk – he certainly has “the look”. If he can act the part, I say sign him up…

Here’s the link to the image, Anthony – feel free to use it if the need arises.

http://img260.imageshack.us/my.php?image=ackelskirkbl0.jpg

By: FREAKAZOID

FREAKAZOID — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 15:17:44 +0000

I’m with Darth Caedus on this one. Too OLD?!?!? WTF?!?!? So damon is not the “exact same age” Shatner was when he played Kirk. Who freakin’ cares?!?! Tobey Maguire did Spiderman in 2002 at the age of 27 playing a character who was about 17-18. I don’t remember anyone complaining!

By: Darth Caedus

Darth Caedus — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 14:22:06 +0000

I’m mid-40’s and love Trek. Read about every novel that comes out, built every model into college. Love continuity. Bet lots of you folks are like that.

But this whole continuity obsession is getting out of hand. It’s reboot time, or at least time to quit harping on these detailed timelines. Best Batman movie? “Batman Begins”, which didn’t exactly start the character in the 1930’s, or even the 60’s or 80’s. Best BSG? Moore’s. While the latest Bond may not have been the “best”, he saves the franchise.

So who cares if Damon is 37? He is an easy pass for 30. Assuming he’d take it, he’s perfect. He has that perfect balance of seriously focused badass and playful fratboy to pull it off. Ever seen his lopsided smile?

I also know that we complain that ST foundered because B&B forgot who the real fan base was. No way. We nerds are always going to be here, and we always want to be noticed for how smart we are. ST tanked because it lost mass appeal and cultural relevance.

It’s kinda like saying that the Democrat party will only succeed if it pays attention to its “core” (i.e. the die-hard radical elements), or the Republicans only if they cater to the evangelicals. Wrong. I bet many of us who hate ST-V, Voyager and Enterprise still bought the DVD’s. We’re hooked baby. It’s that statistical middle 1/3 that you must romance to succeed.

Let’s just let this thing happen. It it is a retcon or a reboot, then fine. I know JJ said he’ll respect continuity, but I really don’t care if he takes liberties as long as it’s good. And a risk is necessary.

Please, God, not another ongoing-flashback movie. That was what I hated about the last episode of Enterprise. Just let Nimoy look wise for a bit, as if he’s blessing the new movie, and then BAM, knock our socks off. Learn from Moore.

By: Fireoftime

Fireoftime — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 09:14:16 +0000

I would guess this is a one film deal. I really can’t see them making a ‘part 2′
to this one. Aside from the novelty of the idea of showing the adventures of young Kirk & Spock on the silver screen, there is very little room for a dramatic story arch in successive films that wouldn’t trip over into the time line of events form the original series.

In fact, I’d guess the selling point of this film will be that THIS FILM is the Coda to Star Trek. The Closing Chapter.

We’ll most likely see a very old Spock, far after even the time of Picard, telling his story in flash backs as the Federation comes to an end, making way for a new galactic order.

In other words, taking into consideration of the age not only of the original cast, but also TNG (Stewart is approaching 70, Spinner near 60 etc..) and that there have been 10 films, 5 TV shows, hundreds of books and comics etc… well, it may be time to turn out the lights and pay our final respects to an Epic that has spanned nearly half a century.

This will give this Star Trek film the epic and emotional depth that will draw in both fans and non fans alike.
Much like the last episode of a long running TV show. Many people who have never watched the show will tune in to see that last episode, to participate in cultural milestone.

By: Cheve

Cheve — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 08:57:30 +0000

He probably looks right and is a good actor, but we don’t want him as Kirk in the movie… because then, a new tv series with the actors from the movie would be extremely expensive. You can’t risk using famous movie actors in a franchise movie, because you may very probably find yourselve not having them in season 2 (or simply in the jump from the movie to the pilot)

They are not making any more TNG movies because the cast is too expensive. Do you really want that to happen again right after the first movie?

By: Goshin Tekedias

Goshin Tekedias — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 07:13:42 +0000

Damn it. I really think he would look good as a young Kirk. Dude…no offense but I’m kinda mad that it looks to be centered around the TOS…I mean…I dunno…I just hope that when the movie’s out then the original cast isn’t going ballistic and what not. But anyways, coming back to the young Kirk…why not? I mean, like someone else said, they got someone new to play Superman (Brandon Routh) and you know, he’s younger than Christopher Reeve so…Uhh…I say it could work. It sounds to me as though he wants to do it anyhow. I mean, look at what he did in the Bourne trillogy…good lord, he has the action packed moves, he can really act cool in tough situations…I dunno…you catch my drift though? I like Matt Damon…he…he somewhat looks like a Kirk to me too…having him would really boost the audiences interest in the film…..you know? Matt Damon…Capt. Kirk….one badass character…just like Daniel Craig and James Bond……can I not make this any clearer…we just need to see Star Trek up and running again. I’m anxious to see where this goes. Oh by the way, I believe J.J made a really smart move in casting the original Spock, Lenard N. It makes sense. But tell me this guys, do you think past and present are going to collide like in some of the sories perhaps?? After all isn’t it to boldly go where no man has gone before…not go back…?? Live long and prosper everyone…..good luck with the film J.J. I hope it knocks me off my feet…so to speak. :)