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Post by son on Jan 7, 2009 12:34:41 GMT 9.5
dear god....just saw a thing on TV1(foxtel) saying that gerik and Hugh Jackman are in the running as the phantom for LND.... I'm with MuLo..hopefully they've found an unknown for the role, gerik is not an option and all i can say to hugh is.....FOR THE LOVE OF GOD MAN..DON'T DO IT!!
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Post by unwinding_fantasy on Jan 7, 2009 12:39:41 GMT 9.5
*adds to son's pleas* Don't do it, Hugh!
Here's a good one: if it was between Hugh and Gerry, who would you pick?
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Post by son on Jan 7, 2009 12:54:35 GMT 9.5
If i had to, in the unlikelyhood that no-one else in the world could sing/act it would be hugh....PURELY for the fact that he can actually sing/act!BUT i would still advise him strongly AGAINST doin it..
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Post by unwinding_fantasy on Jan 7, 2009 13:04:07 GMT 9.5
Hmm. I might say Gerry simply because I wouldn't want Hugh to sully his reputation like that.
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Post by Injeanious on Jan 7, 2009 13:12:52 GMT 9.5
Hugh is another gorgeous Australian - I watched Paperback Hero on dvd a couple of nights ago. First time I have seen him (apart from gorgeous photos in magazines), hopefully not the last - but as everyone says, NOT IN THE SEQUEL.
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Post by Marie-Cris on Jan 7, 2009 15:00:42 GMT 9.5
I don't know, having Hugh in the production might make it watchable. Especially if it sabotages it by dipping into The Boy from Oz |
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Post by jekkie on Jan 7, 2009 15:13:36 GMT 9.5
Hugh could make it watchable, but I'd have to agree with the others. I am sure if he did it, his reputation would be a little worse for wear.
If Gerik did it, it would give me the defining reason of why I would never go and see it. If Hugh did it, I would be tempted to have a peek.
My biggest problem is that they're setting it in America. Why America? It doesn't give off any romantic connotations whatsoever!
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Post by son on Jan 8, 2009 10:49:20 GMT 9.5
I don't know, having Hugh in the production might make it watchable. Especially if it sabotages it by dipping into The Boy from Oz THAT would be worth the price of a ticket to go and see it......... I can just see it now.....right after particularly moving scene that had christine in it, he breaks out the maracas and dances around singing a new song to the tune of Copacabana..  |
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Post by Allym on Jan 8, 2009 11:27:23 GMT 9.5
Was just enjoying some good old morning veging and nearly had a heart attack when I was reminded in a news story that ALW is attempting to ruin Phantom. I have a sudden headache....
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Post by Injeanious on Jan 8, 2009 12:29:00 GMT 9.5
I had two agents come up to me yesterday saying there was going to a sequel to POTO and wanting to know if I was excited. They didn't seem to like the answer NO!
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Post by unwinding_fantasy on Jan 8, 2009 16:17:31 GMT 9.5
I don't know, having Hugh in the production might make it watchable. Especially if it sabotages it by dipping into The Boy from Oz THAT would be worth the price of a ticket to go and see it......... I can just see it now.....right after particularly moving scene that had christine in it, he breaks out the maracas and dances around singing a new song to the tune of Copacabana.. Dancing with his maracas in one hand and the automaton in the other...  |
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Post by sanderella59 on Jan 8, 2009 20:18:55 GMT 9.5
I wouldn't mind holding his maracas for him.......... |
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Post by Marie-Cris on Jan 8, 2009 20:22:19 GMT 9.5
Whilst he runs off with the automation.
Right.
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Post by unwinding_fantasy on Jan 8, 2009 21:32:50 GMT 9.5
Hah, points to Mar.
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Post by sanderella59 on Jan 9, 2009 7:56:44 GMT 9.5
But I'd still get my hands on his maracas.
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Post by neh on Jan 9, 2009 9:11:38 GMT 9.5
Good gravy.... but it's a sign of something wicked coming when our version of Manhatten is isounding nfinately better in plot and design and entertainment value than the actual article....
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Post by unwinding_fantasy on Jan 9, 2009 9:11:47 GMT 9.5
...Points to Sandy.
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Post by Marie-Cris on Jan 9, 2009 20:37:42 GMT 9.5
So help me if there's a new sketch when I get back ...
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Post by unwinding_fantasy on Jan 9, 2009 21:19:06 GMT 9.5
Of Sandy holding Erik's "maracas"? *dies at the thought*
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Post by killerbananas on Jan 9, 2009 21:27:31 GMT 9.5
*revives* although that is a haunting image...
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Post by Marie-Cris on Jan 9, 2009 23:03:51 GMT 9.5
No, not of that. The only way Sandy's getting into one of my sketches is - possibly - if I ever finish the CAKE one I started last year' ((I found it then lost it again ... need a place for all my sketches)).
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Post by sanderella59 on Jan 10, 2009 7:59:32 GMT 9.5
I am NOT going to jump out of a cake, even for the sake of art! On the other hand, I may end up covered in icing and someone close by may be tempted to lick it off. Maybe the idea has merit after all! |
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Post by poppy on Jan 10, 2009 9:54:00 GMT 9.5
 (makes mental note : don't be near Sandy if that ever happens)
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Post by unwinding_fantasy on Jan 10, 2009 10:41:38 GMT 9.5
Another article about the upcoming sequel, this one telling how ALW's releasing the show in three cities simultaneously: www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28426152/For extra laughs, originally the line that reads, "And the Phantom, who disappears at the end of the original musical..." was, "And the Phantom, who perishes at the end of the original musical...". Someone must've picked up on the fail. |
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Post by davidp on Jan 10, 2009 11:34:39 GMT 9.5
granted i don't take much notice of this thread because I too cannot stand the thought of a sequel, but who do you think he has his eyes on for the role of Phantom?
That latest article says they have someone particular in mind
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Post by neh on Jan 10, 2009 14:40:06 GMT 9.5
The only pre-established musical role i wish to see Hugh tackle is Billy Bigalow, should they ever actually do a film remake of Carousel.
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Post by neh on Jan 10, 2009 16:14:48 GMT 9.5
Hehe, Nik i've just thought of something i really ought to send you.....
Sorry guys, i go OT too often!
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