MOVIES: The Dukes of Hazzard

[Darth Whaler]

Sometimes hollywood just can't leave things alone. Ever heard of the phrase "if it ain't broke don't fix it!" While I'm sure a decent job can be done with this movie, as a Dukes of Hazzard fan, I have to be pessimistic. I also heard they are remaking Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wacko.gif

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Paul Walker as Bo Duke
Ashton Kutcher as Luke Duke
Britney Spears as Daisy Duke

Now I like seeing Britney Spears in tight, short clothing as much as the next guy...but can this movie actually work? Thoughts? Suggestions for Boss Hogg? Rosco? Cletus? Uncle Jesse? Cooter?

[Count Dookie]

Originally posted by Darth Whaler@Aug 8 2003, 08:05 PM
I also heard they are remaking Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.


I heard Tim Burton will be doing it. If that is the case it will be good. Also, I read that the author did not like the first movie...it was too bright and kiddie. The re-make will be dark like it was intended to be.

[bluemilk]

^well if it is Tim Burton than I would love to see it. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/cool.gif

Why can't Britney do what she was destined to do...work at McDs. gawd she's a horrible singer/actress.

[Javen]

Originally posted by Count Dookie+Aug 8 2003, 08:23 PM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Count Dookie @ Aug 8 2003, 08:23 PM)</div><div class='quotemain'> <!--QuoteBegin-Darth Whaler@Aug 8 2003, 08:05 PM
I also heard they are remaking Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.


I heard Tim Burton will be doing it. If that is the case it will be good. Also, I read that the author did not like the first movie...it was too bright and kiddie. The re-make will be dark like it was intended to be. [/b][/quote]
I actually read that Johnny Depp might play Willy Wonka.

[Justin]

Cool.

[Darth Whaler]

I also heard the Depp rumor. I suppose that would be pretty cool. He's a damn fine actor.

[Mann]

Originally posted by Count Dookie+Aug 9 2003, 01:23 AM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(Count Dookie @ Aug 9 2003, 01:23 AM)</div><div class='quotemain'> <!--QuoteBegin-Darth Whaler@Aug 8 2003, 08:05 PM
I also heard they are remaking Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.


I heard Tim Burton will be doing it. If that is the case it will be good. Also, I read that the author did not like the first movie...it was too bright and kiddie. The re-make will be dark like it was intended to be. [/b][/quote]
Tim Burton + Remake = Planet of the Apes....

I hope it's more promising.

[Javen]

As for this Dukes Of Hazzard movie. I would never go and pay to see this. I'll rent it. Britney Spears as Daisy though? I'm guessing they're not getting her for her acting abilities, because she sucks at acting.

I wish they would use someone else though.

[Justin]

Actually, I heard she was pretty good in Crossroads.

[Darth Whaler]

I heard that too but I probably will never see it. I also thought she did a good job as host of SNL. Seemed very comfortable as an actress.

[Javen]

Originally posted by Justin@Aug 9 2003, 10:25 PM
Actually, I heard she was pretty good in Crossroads.
From who? Her fans? She can't act, sorry.

[Justin]

Actually I've heard that from people I work with at Blockbuster and some of the customers as well. I will rent it and see.

[Siri Ruane]

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Waylon Jennings is dead! style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/crying.gif

[Darth Whaler]

Shame. Good voice. I wonder if they'll keep the original theme song. My guess is no...unless it's some revamped hip-hop or alternative version to get young folk to buy the soundtrack. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif

[mtilden]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>I actually read that Johnny Depp might play Willy Wonka. [/b][/quote]


A few years ago, Marilyn Manson was signed to play Willy Wonka, no, seriously he was. Right now, it looks like Tim Burton prefers Michael Keaton for the role. I don't know, I like the original, but it doesn't really capture the book. The book, like all Roald Dahl books, is much weirder and darker then the movie. If we are going to start getting into the habit of re-making classic movies because they don't accurately reflect the books they were based on, then I would love to see a re-make of The Wizard of Oz. The movie is this lighthearted thing, but the book is much darker and creepier.

[Justin]

Not that much. I read it to some kids I took care of a couple years ago.

Anyway, the original Wizard of Oz movie is great.

[Miasmo]

Alright, where do I start?

Dukes of Hazard was cool. Don't know if they can do it justice with a remake. Casting Britney would be a big selling point, regardless of her acting ability. Personally, I would be disappointed with Britney, but then again I always am. And I'd like them to keep the theme song. If they have to remake the song then I'd want them to stick with a slow version. If all else fails they could go with Less Than Jake's punk version.

On to Wonka. I'd love to see Burton tackle that movie. While some people may have been disappointed with Apes, the original wasn't a musical(*thinks about simpsons and laughs*) like Willy Wonka is. I love the original but I'd really like to see what Burton could do with it. And Depp as Wonka?? That would be perfect. I was also wondering if anyone could tell me a little bit about the book and the author, but I guess I can head over to the book thread for that.

While The Wizard of Oz was a great movie, I would like to see it remade as a darker movie, not a musical. I've always loved Return To Oz.

[P-Ray]

http://www.comingsoon.net/news.php?id=6785

More casting news!

[goodwije]

here is the text of p-ray's link;

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>Warner Bros. Pictures has cast Burt Reynolds and Willie Nelson in the big screen adaptation of the hit TV series The Dukes of Hazzard. Variety says Reynolds will play corrupt politician Boss Hogg and Nelson will star as Uncle Jesse.

Seann William Scott and Johnny Knoxville are playing Bo and Luke Duke, while Jessica Simpson is taking on the role of Daisy Duke.

The trade says the adaptation, directed by Jay Chandrasekhar ("Broken Lizards") will be set in the present day but the General Lee, the duo's 1969 Dodge Charger, is expected to be the same iconic orange car seen in the series[/b][/quote].

Nelson as Uncle Jesse? What? Willie is skinny, and looks more a hell raiser than the boys. Reynolds i think is a good choice, mostly because he can bring a lot of humor to the role, but than again he just doesnt have the "girth" needed for Boss Hogg. Scott and Knoxville i absolutely hate as Bo and Luke. I guess they are making a "spoof" of the show with these choices. No way they can pull off the sincerity that is essential to the Duke boys characters. I do love Jessica as Daisy though.

Regardless it just will not be the same without Waylen doing the nariation.

[P-Ray]

Originally posted by goodwije@Oct 15 2004, 09:34 AM
here is the text of p-ray's link;

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>Warner Bros. Pictures has cast Burt Reynolds and Willie Nelson in the big screen adaptation of the hit TV series The Dukes of Hazzard. Variety says Reynolds will play corrupt politician Boss Hogg and Nelson will star as Uncle Jesse.

Seann William Scott and Johnny Knoxville are playing Bo and Luke Duke, while Jessica Simpson is taking on the role of Daisy Duke.

The trade says the adaptation, directed by Jay Chandrasekhar ("Broken Lizards") will be set in the present day but the General Lee, the duo's 1969 Dodge Charger, is expected to be the same iconic orange car seen in the series.

Nelson as Uncle Jesse? What? Willie is skinny, and looks more a hell raiser than the boys. Reynolds i think is a good choice, mostly because he can bring a lot of humor to the role, but than again he just doesnt have the "girth" needed for Boss Hogg. Scott and Knoxville i absolutely hate as Bo and Luke. I guess they are making a "spoof" of the show with these choices. No way they can pull off the sincerity that is essential to the Duke boys characters. I do love Jessica as Daisy though.

Regardless it just will not be the same without Waylen doing the nariation.
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I agree! Especially with the Johnny Knoxville choice. I just don't see him in the role.

[Virus]

Jessica Simpson is a TERRIBLE pick for Daisy Dukes. Her thighs are way to big to replicate what the original actress had. But I'm sure we'll get some great cleavage out of her as always.

Anyway, I'm loooking forward to this movie for what it is worth, even though I HATE remakes or rip offs

[Justin]

I think this movie is going to suck. They're just trying to replicate the success of the Starsky and Hutch movie.

I would like to see a Dukes of Hazzard movie that wasn't an outright parody, which is obviously what this is going to be.

[brookie]

this movie+ me = style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sleeping.gif

[goodwije]

Originally posted by Justin@Oct 20 2004, 11:21 PM
I think this movie is going to suck. They're just trying to replicate the success of the Starsky and Hutch movie.

I would like to see a Dukes of Hazzard movie that wasn't an outright parody, which is obviously what this is going to be.
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Yeah i agree Justin, i true remake i would be interested in. Whatever this is going to end up being doesn't interest me.

Originally posted by brookie@Oct 20 2004, 11:22 PM
this movie+ me = style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/sleeping.gif
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OK can i ask a question, and this is pure ignorance talking. Was Dukes really popular in the northeast? I mean it seems like more of a country type kind of program.

[Javen]

This will be a movie I won't see. Not even on video. UNless they make it simi-serious like the actual show. Because I didn't even watch the movie Starsky and Hutch and I won't either.

Thye are suppose to make the Bionic Man eventually too. Which of course will involve Jim Carey. Why? Because Hollywood has ran out of ideas.

[brookie]

no, i dont think it was popular in the northeast. more in the south probably.

[The Bandit]

Originally posted by brookie@Oct 21 2004, 06:46 PM
no, i dont think it was popular in the northeast. more in the south probably.
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It was popular where I grew up.... southeastern PA.... one of my friends still has his Dukes of Hazzard pillowcase and I had toys and stuff growing up... just the good ol' boys, never meaning no harm.

I certainly approve of the casting of Burt and Willie (although I've always thought that John Goodman should play Boss Hogg and the Coen Brothers should direct), but the whole Johnny Knoxville (isn't he the guy from Jackass? when did he start acting) and Stiffler combo as the Duke boys doesn't make me that confident.

I'm hoping we'll see someone cool as Cooter. I think Aston Kucher would work.

-- 2bq

[goodwije]

Originally posted by Javen@Oct 21 2004, 10:44 AM
This will be a movie I won't see. Not even on video. UNless they make it simi-serious like the actual show. Because I didn't even watch the movie Starsky and Hutch and I won't either.
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I didnt watch Starsky and Hutch either, nor plan too. I wouldn't so much mind Hollywood remaking old movies and television shows, if they would quit ruining them.

[P-Ray]

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/topnews.php?id=7457

A full look of Daisy!

[Virus]

great chest but look at how fat her thighs are!! Yuck! I just don't find Jessica Simpson attractive, both in her face or her body or her personality. They should have gotten a much slimmer and not that busty of a woman to play Daisy.

[Javen]

Originally posted by Justin@Oct 20 2004, 11:21 PM
I think this movie is going to suck. They're just trying to replicate the success of the Starsky and Hutch movie.

I would like to see a Dukes of Hazzard movie that wasn't an outright parody, which is obviously what this is going to be.
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The Starsky and Hutch movie was pathetic. They will ruin these movies next.

Six million dollar man

Bewitched

and any remake they will think of. Including Dukes Of Holly..I mean Hazzard.

[Ripley the Warmaster]

<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE</div><div class='quotemain'>but the whole Johnny Knoxville (isn't he the guy from Jackass? when did he start acting)[/b][/quote]

<span style="color:red">You're right. He was that two headed alien in MIB 2.</span>

[DarthAnakin]

Originally posted by Justin@Oct 20 2004, 11:21 PM
I think this movie is going to suck. They're just trying to replicate the success of the Starsky and Hutch movie.

I would like to see a Dukes of Hazzard movie that wasn't an outright parody, which is obviously what this is going to be.
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Yeah I think it will make quite a bit at the box office, but it'll suck.

[LegendoftheJedi]

Im looking forward to the return of the General Lee. God I hope they dont mess with that car.

[goodwije]

i will be surprised if CBF is still on the roof.. we shall see

[DarthAnakin]

A few pics:

[DarthAnakin]

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[Virus]

chubby thighs were not on the original daisy dukes

[DarthAnakin]

Yeah I think the original Daisy Duke is hotter than Jessica Simpson but that's just my opinion....

[DarthAnakin]

And another one...

[Virus]

meh

[DarthAnakin]

She's definitely hot, but doesn't even come close to the original Daisy Duke.

[empire21]

that movie is gonna be a joke, why must they ruin the classics.

[DarthAnakin]

^ To make money

[Virus]

Originally posted by empire217@Feb 20 2005, 10:37 PM
that movie is gonna be a joke, why must they ruin the classics.
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classics? oh please

[DarthAnakin]

The TV show was good.

[P-Ray]

Originally posted by empire217@Feb 20 2005, 10:37 PM
that movie is gonna be a joke, why must they ruin the classics.
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Because their running out of ideas.

[P-Ray]

Originally posted by DarthAnakin@Feb 22 2005, 12:41 AM
The TV show was good.
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It was definitely a fun show!

[DarthAnakin]

Originally posted by P-Ray+Feb 22 2005, 06:13 AM--><div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(P-Ray @ Feb 22 2005, 06:13 AM)</div><div class='quotemain'><!--QuoteBegin-empire217@Feb 20 2005, 10:37 PM
that movie is gonna be a joke, why must they ruin the classics.
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Because their running out of ideas.
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That too!

[DarthAnakin]

New pics of Daisy Duke:

[DarthAnakin]

Jessica Simpson may not be as hot as the original Daisy Duke, but she definitely looks good in a swimsuit style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/biggrin.gif

[Jedi_Poo]

BBBOOOOIIIIINNNGGGGGG!!!!! Had to do that, sorry. Man she is so fine, you could drink her bath water.

[DarthAnakin]

Yeah she's really hot, too bad she's a blonde though. style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif

[Jedi_Poo]

Who cares, the blonder the better.

[DarthAnakin]

I'm not usually a fan of blondes, but I am definitely a fan of Jessica Simpson style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/biggrin.gif

[DarthAnakin]

Not of her music though, God her music is awful!

[empire21]

Sorry guys, but I don't like her at all.