Martin Campbell, the Director of the smash hit Casino Royal, is in negotiations with WB to direct Green Lantern. Martin Campbell has previously directed 007 hit Goldeneye and two Zorro films.
Although WB is craving any news about a potential sequel to the Dark Knight from Christopher Nolan, the studio is willing to forge ahead and give the green light to one of the most beloved superhero's in demand to go to the silver screen. Projects such as Superman and The Justice League have recently stalled and with the attachment of Martin Campbell as the director of the new Green Lantern movie (dare I say franchise) puts this upcoming movie on everyone's A list to go see.
I am sure that no one will mess this potential blockbuster up over at the WB(hopefully)?!?! With a solid script already in the works and news of Martin becoming attached to this upcoming film its almost a sure bet the WB has another huge summer tent pole on their hands. I cant wait to see Hal Jordan on the big screen blasting some baddie to bits with his power ring. No actor has been attached to the lead role, I think Aaron Eckhart (who recently played Two Face in TDK) would do a great job as Hal.
Hopefully WB will use their collective heads and think about ways to intertwine a few of the characters from around the DC universe. This will make the Green Lantern movie more enjoyable and create opportunities for other movies involving the super heroes that do get cameos. This news has long been coming, finally we here about a director.
I can't wait to see Hal Jordan on the big screen blasting some baddie to bits with his power ring!
jman