Shazam Shazam General Discussion and Speculation

[TheNextNolan22]

Unfortunately it does come as a surprise to many for a reason I still don't know

Heh, I'm surprised many people are surprised.

 

[The Guard]

What would people think about Mark Wahlberg for Shazam?

No. The dude talks to animals.

That's a ridiculous concept for Shazam.

 

[Mad Love]

So there's a Japanese fan manga with Shazam and Cyborg. The art is really well done.

http://shazam.ldblog.jp/

And there's other work by the same guy.

 

[Micromind]

^ Looks Great !!

 

[handsofsteel]

So there's a Japanese fan manga with Shazam and Cyborg. The art is really well done.

http://shazam.ldblog.jp/

And there's other work by the same guy.

That's good stuff.

 

[TheNextNolan22]

The Rock talks Black Adam fitting into the larger DCCU.

Further down the road, after Fast & Furious 7, Johnson will be bringing his superhuman physique to the DC universe in Shazam!, as Black Adam, and he gave Total Film an exclusive insight into what to expect.

So, will Black Adam be an anti-hero then? “I think Black Adam is going to grow into becoming an anti-hero,” Johnson tells us in the new issue. “It’s all written within the spirit of respecting and paying homage to the comics. As we know, Black Adam started out as a slave. When he’s given the powers, he utilised them. Then in the wake of his powers, tragedy strikes, which turns his sentiment and tone in terms of psychology.”

And how, if at all, will Black Adam fit in with the wider DC universe? “It was all agreed that the worlds are all interconnected… One day you will see Black Adam go at it with Superman or Batman or any of the DC characters. But that said, there’s a great independence to Black Adam from the DC world, allowing us to inject, not only viciousness, but also winking humour

http://www.gamesradar.com/exclusive...tter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=totalfilm

 

[Zoom]

Glad to see The Rock knows his stuff!

 

[Greenollie]

I am really excited that finally the Shazam mythos is coming to the screen, and is tied in to the DCCU (though as it's own thing to a degree). I think The Rock is a perfect Black Adam...but...i am disheartened that Cap seems as if he won't be the focus/star of the film, and that he will take a back seat to Black Adam, both in this film and in the larger DCCU. Am i wrong in the way I am reading everything from the past few months?

 

[Zoom]

I am really excited that finally the Shazam mythos is coming to the screen, and is tied in to the DCCU (though as it's own thing to a degree). I think The Rock is a perfect Black Adam...but...i am disheartened that Cap seems as if he won't be the focus/star of the film, and that he will take a back seat to Black Adam, both in this film and in the larger DCCU. Am i wrong in the way I am reading everything from the past few months?

I doubt he won't be the focus. The fact is that having the main villain, played by a big star, announced (so early) first will, of course, attract the attention.
It's too soon, and, as the movie comes closer, with all the announcements about Billy/Shazam, this impression will change.

 

[Pickleweasel]

I am really excited that finally the Shazam mythos is coming to the screen, and is tied in to the DCCU (though as it's own thing to a degree). I think The Rock is a perfect Black Adam...but...i am disheartened that Cap seems as if he won't be the focus/star of the film, and that he will take a back seat to Black Adam, both in this film and in the larger DCCU. Am i wrong in the way I am reading everything from the past few months?

Right now the Rock is the only person we know is attached to the project, who plays Black Adam.

It should not come as a surprise that we have heard more about Black Adam

 

[Greenollie]

Right now the Rock is the only person we know is attached to the project, who plays Black Adam.

It should not come as a surprise that we have heard more about Black Adam

I know...but I guess i just meant that it seems to be that they are building the franchise around him, the villan/anit-hero vs the hero, that's all. I know it's still early, and more will come and the big red cheese will get more spotlight time, but at the end of the day, i still can't help feel this is a vehicle for The Rock/BA vs. a platform for Shazam/Captain Marvel as a character. I am not even saying that is a bad thing per se' just an observation that worries me the character won't get his just due. However, it could be that this is the only way to really get a character like Captain Marvel out there generally speaking.

 

[Zoom]

I know...but I guess i just meant that it seems to be that they are building the franchise around him, the villan/anit-hero vs the hero, that's all. I know it's still early, and more will come and the big red cheese will get more spotlight time, but at the end of the day, i still can't help feel this is a vehicle for The Rock/BA vs. a platform for Shazam/Captain Marvel as a character. I am not even saying that is a bad thing per se' just an observation that worries me the character won't get his just due. However, it could be that this is the only way to really get a character like Captain Marvel out there generally speaking.

Hmm... I think CM is great concept and he's pretty easy to get right. Having a great villain, played by a famous actor, can only help.

 

[Gee]

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May come earlier than predicted.

 

[KRYPTON INC.]

There is no chance of Black Adam or Shazam being in BvS but... There was that set of some kind of temple that we do know of. Could there be references to Black Adam and Shazam in BvS?

 

[mat-chow]

I know that in recent years DC has been calling Cap "Shazam". But I wonder if that being the title of the film indicates that they will indeed split the focus onto both of these legendary characters who have been the champions of the Wizard? I'd be down for that. Tell both their stories in a compelling way.

 

[John-An]

There is no chance of Black Adam or Shazam being in BvS but... There was that set of some kind of temple that we do know of. Could there be references to Black Adam and Shazam in BvS?

or in Suicide Squad's midway city?

I know that in recent years DC has been calling Cap "Shazam". But I wonder if that being the title of the film indicates that they will indeed split the focus onto both of these legendary characters who have been the champions of the Wizard? I'd be down for that. Tell both their stories in a compelling way.

I agree....

 

[TheNextNolan22]

The Rock talks Black Adam at the San Andreas premiere at 1:45.
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[Fallen Angel]

The Rock says' to expect Shazam before 2019 during San Andreas press tour.

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[John-An]

I hope so...

 

[TheNextNolan22]

I always had a feeling Shazam would be the one to get switched from the upcoming DCCU schedule.

 

[John-An]

I wonder if the article who stated that Momoa said that Aquaman would start filming, then I wonder if the film that will be switching places is Aquaman. or maybe is another or maybe we will have some years with 3 DC movies.

 

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Getting this sooner would be great, it a CBM that could be very different and also introduce two big heavy hitters into the DCCU.

 

[John-An]

Warner Bros. Chief Says Studio Is Putting DC Movies "In The Hands Of Master Filmmakers"

Great article!!! Must read DCCU!
http://t.co/W5dgu3mtuc #DCHASNOPLAN #THEYSAID #WHATABOUTNOW

 

[Zoom]

Getting this sooner would be great, it a CBM that could be very different and also introduce two big heavy hitters into the DCCU.

Exactly! It's my most anticipated solo DC movie (tied with The Flash)!

 

[Lencho01]

Ask Chris #245: Superman vs. Shazam