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G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra

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The live action G.I. Joe film, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, began production in Feburary 2008. The film is directed by Stephen Sommers and is set for release on August 7, 2009.

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[edit] Story

Much of the story is still kept secret from the public but news and other websites attach the following synopsis:

Paramount Pictures and Hasbro, whose previous collaboration was the worldwide blockbuster TRANSFORMERS, join forces with Spyglass Entertainment for another extraordinary action-adventure G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra. From the Egyptian desert to deep below the polar ice caps, the elite G.I. JOE team uses the latest in next-generation spy and military equipment to fight the corrupt arms dealer Destro and the growing threat of the mysterious Cobra organization to prevent them from plunging the world into chaos. G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra is directed by Stephen Sommers (The Mummy, The Mummy Returns).

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G.I. Joe Cobra Others

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G.I. Joe Cobra

[edit] Development

The development of a live-action feature film goes back to the height of G.I. Joe's popularity back in the 1980s. For many reasons, the project went into what is called "development hell", a term referring to the difficulties of getting a planned feature film into actual production. Other possible reasons may be the toy line's popularity started to ebb on its entry into the 1990s, and the failure of other toy-based feature films, notably Masters of the Universe.

In 2003, Paramount Pictures obtained the entertainment rights for some of Hasbro's properties. Producer Don Murphy originally negotiated for the rights to develop a live-action G.I. Joe feature film following the success of the toy's relaunch and the direct-to-video animated movies. However, following the United States' war in Iraq, the live-action project stalled and the option was given to develop Transformers instead.[1]

In an ironic twist, the success of the 2007 Transformers feature film has Paramount regain interest in developing G.I. Joe once more. The film is being slated for a 2009 release date with Stephen Sommers as the director[2][3] and Stuart Beattie as the scriptwriter.[4]Lorenzo Di Bonaventura who served as producer in Transformers will produce this film. Hasbro executive Brian Goldner is on board as executive producer. Di Bonaventura, in an interview, describes that if the original cartoon movie is like the 1989 Batman film, this film is more akin to Batman Begins.[5] To help achieve this claim, di Bonaventura has signed in famed G.I. Joe comics writer Larry Hama as a creative consultant.[6][7]

Initial details said the film was to feature an international task force based in the United States.[8] (previously, it was in Brussels)[9] The team is called G.I.J.O.E. (Global Integrated Joint Operating Entity) and composed of members from different countries. The primary villains were to be Destro and the Baroness, with Cobra Commander in control behind-the-scenes.

Rampant speculation forced Hasbro to clarify on the story. What is only known is that the film will still feature the familiar G.I. Joe vs. Cobra concept; the Joes' headquarters will be called the Pit as it was in the comics; there will be characters from the U.S. and locations around the world; and that Duke will be the lead character.[10] The story set up will be based on the theme and feel of the comic series published by Marvel. Addressing the oft-rumored toned down patriotic feel, Brian Goldner reiterated that this will not be an issue.[11]

In June of 2009, there were rumors that, due to the film getting record low scores from test screenings, the director and editor had been fired, and a new editor had been brought in to attempt to save the film. However, these rumors turned out to not be true.

[edit] Casting

In the last quarter of 2007, Sienna Miller was the first actor to be confirmed for a role in the movie.[12] Not long after, Ray Park is announced for the role of Snake-Eyes.[13] Before the year was over, the Hollywood Reporter released to press three more actors, Rachel Nichols, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Said Taghmaoui as Scarlett, Heavy Duty and Breaker respectively.[14] Byung-Hun Lee was said to be in the running for the role of Storm Shadow by the Latino Review in what is claimed as their exclusive.[15] It was finally confirmed on Arirang Radio.

Actor Sam Worthington was, at one point, the choice for Duke,[16] a role that eventually went to Channing Tatum.[17] Though Marlon Wayans is indeed the final choice as Ripcord, an erroneous report by Variety has upset and confused fans as the Ripcord character is described as a leader of the Joe Team.[18]

By end of January 2008, Variety reports Dennis Quaid was cast as Hawk[19] and a quick follow up from IESB reveals Arnold Vosloo as Zartan. [20] For the role of Destro, David Murray was reported to have signed on as Destro.[21] However, his work visa has not been approved for the February 13 shooting start date. The role is, instead, given to Christopher Eccleston.[22]

The one role that has received the most speculation is that of Cobra Commander. Joseph Gordon-Levitt's name has been attached to the project very early on. The Official G.I. Joe Club is among the number of websites to confirm Gordon-Levitt's role as Cobra Commander but quickly removed the news soon thereafter, leaving many to think it was erroneous information.[23] However, the presentation at the International Toy Fair 2008 in New York has indeed confirmed Gordon-Levitt as having signed on to play the Cobra leader.


The current line up of cast are as follows:

Actor Role
Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Heavy Duty
Christopher Eccleston Destro
Joseph Gordon-Levitt Cobra Commander
Karolína Isela Kurková Cover Girl[24]
Byung-Hun Lee Storm Shadow
Sienna Miller Baroness
Rachel Nichols Scarlett
Kevin J. O'Connor Cobra scientist[25]
Gerald Okamura Hard Master[26]
Ray Park Snake-Eyes
Jonathan Pryce US President[27]
Dennis Quaid Hawk
Said Taghmaoui Breaker
Channing Tatum Duke
Arnold Vosloo Zartan
Marlon Wayans Ripcord

[edit] Marketing

Early image of Ray Park as Snake-Eyes.

For toys, a series of action figures based on the actors and vehicles as they are seen in the movie are guaranteed for sure. Other possible tie-ins are comic books, movie novelizations and product placements. Electronic Arts has acquired the license to produce games based on Hasbro's properties, the G.I. Joe movie is certain to be part of the package. [28] Before the release of the movie, a prequel comic book mini-series from IDW Publishing will come out and is written by Chuck Dixon.[29]

To increase anticipation, promotional images have already been released by the studio. The first of these feature actor Ray Park dressed as Snake-Eyes. The earliest preview of footage from the film is seen in the 2009 Super Bowl TV spots.

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[edit] Individuals

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[edit] Weapons

[edit] Technology

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[edit] References

  1. ↑ Don Murphy talks on Transformers
  2. ↑ Variety.com: Stephen Sommers to direct 'G.I. Joe'
  3. ↑ Reuters: "G.I. Joe" accepts movie assignment
  4. ↑ Reuters: "Collateral" scribe reports for "G.I. Joe" duty
  5. ↑ IESB Exclusive Interview: A Chat with G.I. Joe Producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura!
  6. ↑ IESB: Larry Hama Boards G.I. Joe!
  7. ↑ Exclusive: Larry Hama Enlists With G.I. Joe Movie!
  8. ↑ IESB.net: Quick Details on Stephen Sommers’ GI Joe Feature Film
  9. ↑ IGN.com UK: What Does G.I. Joe Stand For?
  10. ↑ Hasbro Clarifies Some G.I. Joe Speculation
  11. ↑ Exec Producer Reveals Details
  12. ↑ Sienna Miller Recruited for G.I. Joe
  13. ↑ EXCLUSIVE: Ray Park Cast as Snake Eyes in G.I. Joe Movie
  14. ↑ Go 'Joe': 3 more join the action
  15. ↑ Latino Review on Storm Shadow and Scarlett casting
  16. ↑ Sam Worthington in talks for G.I. JOE
  17. ↑ Tatum will Duke it out in 'Joe'
  18. ↑ Wayans enrolls in 'G.I. Joe' - Entertainment News, Film News, Media - Variety
  19. ↑ Quaid, Tatum enlist in Par's 'G.I. Joe'
  20. ↑ IESB Exclusive : G.I. Joe's Zartan Revealed!
  21. ↑ IESB Exclusive: G.I. Joe's DESTRO Unmasked!
  22. ↑ IESB Breaking News: G.I. Joe's Destro Has Been Re-Cast!
  23. ↑ Joseph Gordon-Levitt is Cobra Commander In G.I.Joe
  24. ↑ G.I. Joe's Cover Girl Revealed!
  25. ↑ Kevin J. O'Connor Making Mysterious Cameo in G.I. Joe
  26. ↑ CAST: Gerald Okamura is G.I. Joe Hard Master
  27. ↑ Pryce Elected As President In G.I. Joe - Movie News - Latest Movie Reviews
  28. ↑ EA develops Hasbro properties
  29. ↑ Word Balloon interview with Chuck Dixon


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