Chris Evans On The Avengers & Captain America: TFA's Controversial Title Change

Chris Evans On The Avengers & Captain America: TFA's Controversial Title Change

The Captain America: TFA actor updates on the progress of filming Marvel's The Avengers and once again praises director Joss Whedon and his filming style. He also comments on Marvel's decision to take the "America" out of the movie's title in certain Countries..

By MarkCassidy - Jul 16, 2011 06:07 PM EST
Filed Under: Avengers
Source: Collider

Collider have an interview with Evans in which he discusses various aspects of Captain America: TFA. But of course some Avengers questions sneak in there too. Evans doesn't go into any plot details but once again praises the movie's director Joss Whedon, revealing that he was very impressed by the footage he has seen. He also compliments a couple of his co-stars..



Could you talk a little bit about how The Avengers is going? Can you tell fans what they should be excited about?

Evans: It’s going great. It’s going really well. I mean, Joss (Whedon), I really tip my hat to Joss. He has such a difficult job and every day we come to set and you read how the film is going to be shot or a scene is going to be shot but you don’t know what he’s going to do with the camera and then he’ll open up. Usually when you’re filming, the first shot is some sort of a master shot where before you punch into the coverage of the scene, you start with some wide shot to just get the whole layout of the scene. Typically, those shots are a little bland. It’s just kind of let’s map out the scene with a wide shot and then we’ll come in with some interesting coverage to spoon feed the story along to the audience. Even his masters have energy and action and you watch playback and you’re like man, this is going to have some life and it’s going to have a really good feel to it. Even a simple scene, Joss manages to give the camera some interesting action. And again, I can’t say enough about the actors involved – Downey and Ruffalo. Each day you watch these guys do things and you’re like man, I hope I’m not the weak link in this movie. I gotta work harder. I gotta go home and study my lines ‘cause these guys are great. I have really high hopes for it.


And on that title change..

What do you think about how some countries like South Korea and Russia have changed the name of the movie and eliminated Captain America?

Evans: That’s right. They did. I’ve been rehearsing my political response to that very question, and the truth is, that’s not my department. It’s such a tricky question. Again, I don’t know why we chose those markets to change our name. I’m sure there are people around the world who question America’s current political position in the world, but I’m an actor. I make movies. In no way do I know how to navigate those obstacles. They changed them and I couldn’t tell you why.


For the full interview click on the link below.




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ComicsCommando
ComicsCommando - 7/16/2011, 6:26 PM
Awesome, 2012 is going to be an amazing year for movies.
JLG
JLG - 7/16/2011, 6:45 PM
The entire interview is worth listening to. Evans is a funny guy.
Jefferys
Jefferys - 7/16/2011, 7:14 PM
Wow. Just, wow. This guy is just, wow.
ROMACK
ROMACK - 7/16/2011, 7:37 PM
TDKR will NEVER live up to the hype.
Shadowelfz
Shadowelfz - 7/16/2011, 7:39 PM
Nice response. He's right, he's an actor who was paid to act in a movie. The people at marketing have to deal with the politics of the movie, so its their job to navigate those stormy waters. Its not Evans job to study the politics of Korea and Russia and give appropriate responses.

Beyond that, Cap looks great, and I have faith in the Avengers. Though I had some doubts about Evans for Cap at first, he looks like he did a good job. Hopefully it turns out as good as many of us think it will be.
sinchsw
sinchsw - 7/16/2011, 7:48 PM
@ROMACK - I agree. The teaser was terrible, unless they purposely made it terrible so that we would drop our hopes, thus making their okay movie perceived better.
headlopper
headlopper - 7/16/2011, 7:49 PM
It sounds like he's not ingratiating when commenting on the Avengers production, but genuinely impressed.That's good.
If anyone wants to know why 'whoever'changed the Cap title: "INITIATE PROJECT MAXIMIZE PROFIT FOR TARGET MARKET!!!"
BIGBMH
BIGBMH - 7/16/2011, 7:51 PM
You can see his interest in directing the way he talks in depth about Whedon's style. He seems like a good guy so I hope his career will eventually lead him to that point.
MatioShack
MatioShack - 7/16/2011, 8:03 PM
I'm not sure how I feel about the TDKR. I just hope we're not in for another Spiderman or X-Men 3. You know, 2 solid movies followed by an awful third one. If anyone can make three good ones in a row, it's Chris Nolan. Avengers is going to own all.
NeoBaggins
NeoBaggins - 7/16/2011, 8:26 PM
The title change was a really weak move.
Jennn
Jennn - 7/16/2011, 8:38 PM
Evans seems sincere when talking about the Avengers and his relationship with the cast. Excellent!
LFANCH
LFANCH - 7/16/2011, 8:39 PM
@madking i respect your opinion, but what do you mean it can't make money without the characters name in the title? The Dark Knight ring any bells?
LFANCH
LFANCH - 7/16/2011, 8:39 PM
@madking i respect your opinion, but what do you mean it can't make money without the characters name in the title? The Dark Knight ring any bells?
LFANCH
LFANCH - 7/16/2011, 8:39 PM
@madking i respect your opinion, but what do you mean it can't make money without the characters name in the title? The Dark Knight ring any bells?
LFANCH
LFANCH - 7/16/2011, 8:39 PM
@madking i respect your opinion, but what do you mean it can't make money without the characters name in the title? The Dark Knight ring any bells?
LFANCH
LFANCH - 7/16/2011, 8:39 PM
@madking i respect your opinion, but what do you mean it can't make money without the characters name in the title? The Dark Knight ring any bells?
jjmeylar
jjmeylar - 7/16/2011, 9:12 PM
I see no reason for any sort of controversy. If they want to change the title in some countries: so be it.
NeoBaggins
NeoBaggins - 7/16/2011, 9:20 PM
ComicFan69, You say [frick] the haters, but you don't realize that not changing the title would have been just that; saying [frick] the haters. As it stands, this hater-cater. You think a hate-filled asshole would go see the movie just because America was dropped from the title? No, they're going to sit home and gloat about it being changed for no good reason.

Also, what is a "golden ticket film"? I kinda chuckled when I read that. I never heard that before. What does it mean?
kylum616
kylum616 - 7/16/2011, 9:53 PM
madking14@ but green lantern was such a succses >:( and besids what make you think it will suck have you seen if not then SHUT UP
capcyclopsftw
capcyclopsftw - 7/16/2011, 10:20 PM
Neo - your hate for this film is baffling.
capcyclopsftw
capcyclopsftw - 7/16/2011, 10:20 PM
Neo - your hate for this film is baffling.
capcyclopsftw
capcyclopsftw - 7/16/2011, 10:20 PM
Neo - your hate for this film is baffling.
PoPcornDude
PoPcornDude - 7/16/2011, 10:21 PM
my hopes are really high for this movie, listening to Chris in the inrerview makes me feel confident, and if he does porn I'll be there too !!!!
LMAO !!!
Honestly I don't think there will be a movie this year that will match what Harry Potter will do, maybe Transformers, but other than that...
I'm sure CA:TFA will do more than fine, and it will profitable pulling more than its budger ($160) for being an unknown character to the general public, aside from comic fans, it'll be interesting to see how it goes, One thing is for sure: It will be slightly better than Thor and faaaaaaaaaaaaaar beter than GL !!!
NeoBaggins
NeoBaggins - 7/16/2011, 10:23 PM
capcyclopsftw Your comment is baffling. Explain yourself.
capcyclopsftw
capcyclopsftw - 7/16/2011, 11:00 PM
Neo - You just never have anything positive to say about this movie except about skinny steve...how do you still doubt this movie.

The title change is not that big of a deal, its calle SMART MARKETING, we want this movie to make money!
jj72
jj72 - 7/16/2011, 11:02 PM
TDKR unfortunately has a tough act to follow, but Nolan should do an amazing job with closing up the series. Financially, I don't see it beating the previous flick. Heath's death played a huge part on its success. He nailed the role and his death made it a must see curtain call.
2012 is going to be a great year for CBM's. Can't wait!
NeoBaggins
NeoBaggins - 7/17/2011, 12:00 AM
capcyclopsftw Dude, do you hear yourself?

"You just never have anything positive to say about this movie except about skinny steve"

Oh, I'm sorry. Is there a certain number of likes and dislikes I'm supposed to have? Or am I just supposed to like it all, like YOU? You have to really consider what you're bitching about, and using the word "hate" because I'm not gushing. That's not a problem with me, that;s something wrong with YOU.

I commented on the topic. You call it "SMART MERKETING" for some reason, and I point out the fact that anyone who would not see the film because of the title are people who wouldn't go see it either way. If a person doesn't like America in the title of a Captain America movie, chances are, they hate America. Changing the title does not make this person go see the movie. What the [frick] does that have to do with ME hating the Captain America movie?

I just saw the shield scene. He was kicking ass. I like the pace and the way Cap was fighting. He was using combos and kickin mutha[frick]as across the field. First awesome thing I have seen since the film has been in production. Other than Skin Rogers of course. I know that's not good enough for you, but feel honored that I even took the time to share that with you.

Damn.
FriendlyNeighborhoodSpidey
FriendlyNeighborhoodSpidey - 7/17/2011, 2:57 AM
I like Evans. He seems cool and humble. Also I'm glad he didn't get all political. I HATE when actors get political. It's just tacky.
AC1
AC1 - 7/17/2011, 4:26 AM
@MadKing shut the [frick] up. And that's coming from a fellow TDK fan. Clearly you're on the DC side of the whole Marvel vs DC thing, and that's fine, but dont bullshit about a film that does look amazing. Because it just makes you look stupid.
I dont think anyone's expecting Cap to beat any box office records. But that doesn't mean it wont be a good film. The title was only changed in 3 (?) countries, which are all known to have not had the best of relationships with the USA, especially during WWII.

@Neo while I don't agree with you, at least you seem to be giving reasons for your opinions. And your avatar is actually pretty funny :P
NeoBaggins
NeoBaggins - 7/17/2011, 4:45 AM
@ACira, lol Yeah, you can have a lot of fun with Avi's on this site. It's easy to switch them up whenever you want.

So, what is it exactly that you don't agree with what I said?
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