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Title: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on August 14, 2011, 06:09:16 AM
Well - looks like a childhood favorite of mine got scrapped.  No Lone Ranger movie in the cards...

http://www.deadline.com/2011/08/shocker-disney-scraps-johnny-depps-lone-ranger/ (http://www.deadline.com/2011/08/shocker-disney-scraps-johnny-depps-lone-ranger/)

Although I must admit that I don't like the idea of Johnny Depp playing masked rider. 
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Rico on August 14, 2011, 06:39:22 AM
I thought Johnny was going to play Tonto?  I heard they are maybe still going to make this, but at lower costs.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on August 14, 2011, 07:05:00 AM
Quote from: Rico on August 14, 2011, 06:39:22 AM
I thought Johnny was going to play Tonto?  I heard they are maybe still going to make this, but at lower costs.
Now that I can buy - JD as Tonto.  I loved the cartoon version of the Lone Ranger as a kid - and never missed it after school.  :)
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: WillEagle on August 14, 2011, 01:10:27 PM
I think this could be a good movie if they do it. Don't care if Depp is in it or not. I know they did a comic a few years back. I think Dynamite published it.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: ori-STUDFARM on August 14, 2011, 03:04:42 PM
Perhaps, if they've dropped the human cast, they'll make Champion The Wonderhorse instead?
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: stonut on August 15, 2011, 10:10:31 AM
JD as Tonto would have been different, if htey can get the budget under control it may be back on.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Rico on October 03, 2012, 08:45:29 AM
Reviving this thread from the dead.  Yes, the movie is coming in 2013.  First trailer below...

The Lone Ranger Trailer 2013 Johnny Depp Movie - Official [HD] (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlrQD8Kvk6M#ws)
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bryancd on October 03, 2012, 08:50:28 AM
That looks like fun!
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: QuadShot on October 03, 2012, 09:11:00 AM
It does look pretty good. I think Johnny Depp is going to make a good Tonto!
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: WillEagle on October 04, 2012, 10:50:24 AM
That looks like a fun ride! Looking foward to this one. I can probably talk the wife into it because Johnny Depp is in it.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on October 04, 2012, 12:00:46 PM
Uggh - I hate when I cannot see linked stuff when I am at work.  Have to check it at home..
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Jobydrone on December 12, 2012, 08:12:31 AM
New trailer hit today.  I really hope this movie does well...I love westerns and while this probably barely qualifies it's the closest we're getting from Hollywood these days.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN9opF1iVWo&feature=player_embedded# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dN9opF1iVWo&feature=player_embedded#)!
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on December 12, 2012, 10:14:05 AM
Yes, can't wait to see this one.  Anyone else enjoy that old 60's cartoon?
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Geekyfanboy on December 14, 2012, 07:45:40 AM
This looks very enjoyable.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Rico on January 29, 2013, 02:03:25 PM
New poster is out and a snippet of the Superbowl preview we are getting this weekend.

http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=99480 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=99480)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAl6k_VMKbA#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAl6k_VMKbA#ws)

Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Meds on January 29, 2013, 02:25:20 PM
Is this meant to be a comedy?
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: ChrisMC on January 29, 2013, 02:27:09 PM
Hard to tell. Certainly trying to cash in on Johnny's Pirates fame as weird guy in weird getup that talks weird.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on January 29, 2013, 02:27:30 PM
Quote from: Meds on January 29, 2013, 02:25:20 PM
Is this meant to be a comedy?
Seems to be at first glance.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Jobydrone on February 04, 2013, 04:24:42 AM
Certainly seems to have a good bit of humor throughout the trailers I've seen, which is fine with me. I've always wondered what our neighbors across the pond thought of depictions in Hollywood of the American West, especially when they were so popular in the 50s and 60s.  Must seem almost like watching scenes from another planet for the Brits.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bryancd on February 04, 2013, 10:06:54 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone on February 04, 2013, 04:24:42 AM
Certainly seems to have a good bit of humor throughout the trailers I've seen, which is fine with me. I've always wondered what our neighbors across the pond thought of depictions in Hollywood of the American West, especially when they were so popular in the 50s and 60s.  Must seem almost like watching scenes from another planet for the Brits.

It's like looking out my front window for me. :)
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on February 04, 2013, 12:07:18 PM
Quote from: Bryancd on February 04, 2013, 10:06:54 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone on February 04, 2013, 04:24:42 AM
Certainly seems to have a good bit of humor throughout the trailers I've seen, which is fine with me. I've always wondered what our neighbors across the pond thought of depictions in Hollywood of the American West, especially when they were so popular in the 50s and 60s.  Must seem almost like watching scenes from another planet for the Brits.

It's like looking out my front window for me. :)
You can use your Logan's Run Flame-gun - if it could make a silver flame.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on June 17, 2013, 10:22:45 AM
hey, one of the Winklevoss twins..  ;) ..is playing the Lone Ranger..
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on July 04, 2013, 03:51:31 AM
Well not looking too good for Lone Ranger.  This is a tough one.  I wonder if the character can resonate with younger audiences?  I recall with fondness the cartoon of the late 60's that I saw in my youth.  I don't think there has been any exposure to the character and story since that time.  Seems like Westerns don't play that well these days either.
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/box-office-report-despicable-me-579766 (http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/box-office-report-despicable-me-579766)
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: WillEagle on July 04, 2013, 05:07:05 PM
I still want to see this at the theater. I think it will be pretty good.  
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Rico on July 04, 2013, 06:16:38 PM
Quote from: WillEagle on July 04, 2013, 05:07:05 PM
I still want to see this at the theater. I think it will be pretty good.  

Yep, I agree.  I'm going to try and go this Saturday. 
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on July 04, 2013, 07:14:18 PM
I'll make my decision after I hear what you guys think.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Rico on July 06, 2013, 01:11:24 PM
Went out to see this today and enjoyed it.  I'm not an expert on the Ranger, but it seemed to have all the elements in there.  Some great action, and lots of trains and horses doing some crazy stuff.  Depp was his usual slightly off kilter self.  Armie Hammer was pretty good as the Ranger but it takes awhile for him to really get into the character since this is kind of an origin story.  Loved the horse - Silver.  Some beautiful scenery too.  Also, for the most part except for a couple moments this movie is pretty kid friendly - as long as they are old enough to handle most of the usual things you see in westerns.  Anyway, I had a good time and the last 30 minutes or so are really great, I thought.  Check it out for yourself if this kind of film appeals to you.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Rico on July 06, 2013, 01:24:14 PM
TV spots...

The Lone Ranger - "Comin' For You" TV Spot (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gCBQr6e8Rg#ws)

The Lone Ranger TV SPOT - White Horse (2013) - Johnny Depp Movie HD (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSk3681Niz4#ws)
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on July 07, 2013, 02:29:58 AM
THanks Rico - maybe we'll hit this today.
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Rico on July 07, 2013, 07:21:50 AM
I think you'd get a kick out of it Pete.  Is this the greatest movie ever - nope.  But it is a fun time - in my opinion after actually seeing it.  I think this trailer below gives you a good feel for the film.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Zv9fgSrP-0#ws (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Zv9fgSrP-0#ws)
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: Bromptonboy on July 08, 2013, 10:43:50 AM
Mad magazine has a way of putting things:
http://www.madmagazine.com/blog/2013/07/08/the-lone-ranger-and-tonto-despicable-them (http://www.madmagazine.com/blog/2013/07/08/the-lone-ranger-and-tonto-despicable-them)
Title: Re: Lone Ranger
Post by: bevs_plaything on July 08, 2013, 11:16:11 AM
Quote from: Bromptonboy on July 08, 2013, 10:43:50 AM
Mad magazine has a way of putting things:
http://www.madmagazine.com/blog/2013/07/08/the-lone-ranger-and-tonto-despicable-them (http://www.madmagazine.com/blog/2013/07/08/the-lone-ranger-and-tonto-despicable-them)

Love this...thanks!