Tim Miller, a visual effects veteran from previous “X-Men” films, has just been tasked with bringing “Deadpool” to life for the studio. Though he has a long list of VFX credits on films like “Daredevil” and “Scott Pilgrim vs. The World,” this would mark his first time stepping behind the lens as director. Now that Fox has hired a director, one has to wonder how hard they’ll start going after Reynolds to fully commit to “Deadpool.”
That’s due to Reynolds being connected to RIPD, and there’s also a question of some actors being a bit cautious when it comes to first time directors. As for me, that’s NOT what bugs me a little. Yes, everyone needs to step up from somewhere, and the project is Deadpool- which is a tough sell to relaunch in some minds (please note I don’t mean in terms of the comics fans, but in concept of the general public) due to the “Wolverine” film (which wasn’t a bad film, but the handling of Deadpool was bad)…and Miller’s background on ‘Scott Pilgrim’ is a nice selling point. I can see some FX style in that in a Deadpool movie.
So what’s my reservation? Miller’s background is in VFX. Look, I’m sure he’s okay, but there are very few exceptions when it comes to FX wizards getting front and center to direct a feature length film. The FX will be stellar, and most everything else is put aside, like the actors and script. I’m not saying it’s always the case, but I am saying the odds are not in Miller’s favor.Now that the Deadpool film is gaining some momentum, what do the int’ friends think of the choice?
