"The Rock" Wants To Be Part Of A Black Ops Movie
Arguably an effective action persona on the silver screen, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson isn't easily fazed.
Just because that "DOOM" movie flopped doesn't mean he'd shy away from doing another game-based film. However, in addition to the "Spy Hunter" movie he was supposed to be in (that never got off the ground), you'd think his experiences with crossover films would dissuade him, wouldn't you? Nah. In a recent MTV interview, Johnson said that "if the right script came along," he'd give it a go:
"I think if the right one came along. I thought we had an opportunity with 'DOOM.' Didn't work out the way we wanted it to, creatively. But yeah, if the right opportunity came along and the script is good, sure."
And that one script? Well, it might just be "Call of Duty: Black Ops:"
"'[Call of Duty] Black Ops,' that'd be bad ass. Let's make it happen, let's do it. That and 'Black Swan 2.'"
We figure just about anyone in Hollywood would want to be part of a "Call of Duty" movie. The issue of casting is almost irrelevant, as the name alone should generate a massive box office haul. So The Rock in CoD...it might work. We guess. Maybe we're just not as excited because CoD has this industry by the throat right now.
Tags: doom, doom movie, the rock, dwayne johnson
4/5/2011 9:43:58 AM Ben Dutka
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Highlander
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 10:00:15 AM
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Button Masher
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 10:03:50 AM
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 10:17:03 AM
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 4:19:20 PM
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 4:55:15 PM
Oxvial
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 6:22:14 PM
kraygen
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 10:58:33 PM
Oxvial
Wednesday, April 06, 2011 @ 12:00:00 AM
Lately I'm not watching much TNA (last match I watched was that Sting vs Hardy match that made me facepalm) Hogan and Bischoff are ruining all for me, but even has a dude that is more sided to mic skills than ring skills I always enjoy an AJ match.
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kraygen
Wednesday, April 06, 2011 @ 3:08:18 AM
I would agree that Hogan/Bischoff have severely hurt tna, but things have improved, last couple of weeks were actually pretty good. They brought back the fallen angel, which made me happy.
FatherSun
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 11:16:19 AM
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If ActiVision plays this hand right they could multiply the billions that the franchise already pulls in and might even gain some respect in the process. That and Koticks head would explode.
A video game movie that succeeds would also garner a lot more attention to our beloved form of entertainment. Not sure if that is such a good thing though. Double Edge sword type of situation. Why can't Casual and AAA's live together?
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 12:11:03 PM
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 12:35:00 PM
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 9:32:56 PM
Lawless SXE
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 1:48:05 PM
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Peace.
I know it's off topic, but may I just say... DAMN THESE VICTORIANS! Apparently the AG down there is against an R18+ rating for games. And we were so close....
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BikerSaint
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 4:05:14 PM
BIGRED15
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 1:58:05 PM
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BikerSaint
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 2:33:01 PM
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Hey Rock, heard you want an COD movie. I've got you covered.
Rock:
I'm on board, So what is it?
Kotex:
"COD Black Swan Ops".
Rock:
Oh great, it's gonna be "can you smell what I'm cooking"? Yeah, count me in, when do I sign on?
Kotex:
Tomorrow. We'll do lunch (oh, and you're paying)
Minishmaru
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 2:33:47 PM
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Wissam
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 3:19:00 PM
Lairfan
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 3:32:30 PM
He still does a pretty good job of it, if the Expendables is any indication. Just because he's old doesn't mean he should stop doing the roles he loves (like most actors seem to want to do).
Although he does use a bit too much shakey-cam in the Expendables, probably to cover up all the stunt doubles, but that's beside the point.
NoOneSpecial
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 9:32:22 PM
Lairfan
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 3:31:08 PM
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And besides, they've already made a couple movies with pretty much the exact same plot as most CoD games. They could use Black Ops' story, but I don't see how it could be anything other than a generic military action movie with some cool concepts.
Either way though, I'm not going to see it, and I don't think anyone else in the gaming or moviegoing populace should either. If CoD were to get established in the movie biz as well as the game industry, neither would benefit at all.
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 5:41:50 PM
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 4:38:58 PM
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Douchebaguette
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 7:23:20 PM
Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within - whilst raising the bar in terms of CGI, was the reason why Squaresoft had to end up merging with Enix. The problem was The Spirits Within was a movie, [without stating the obvious] meaning it required limited and a simpler, less detailed plotline than your average FF game. So this movie was released during the dominance of a series of video-games that we'd happily claim were beyond games. I see the innovation but it was risky, and ultimately unsuccessful move.
Then there's FFVII: Advent Children - another film with unmatched technical prowess, though the film is very plotholed, doesn't make much sense and is a lame excuse for a sequel. Good movie though, enjoyable second half.
Watch 'em!
Oyashiro
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 9:16:29 PM
gunblademaster
Wednesday, April 06, 2011 @ 12:37:59 AM
kraygen
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 4:59:50 PM
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Bad thing though is that most decent actors take every movie offered just to get their face out there. While that might make you some money it also shows everyone you're willing to do anything for a buck. Have some pride man.
FM23
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 6:21:32 PM
kraygen
Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 11:01:00 PM
Could black ops be a good movie, maybe, but how many top notch writers, directors, and studios are looking to make top notch video game to movie adaptations?
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011 @ 9:57:09 AM
dunno if a cod movie would be anygood it would depend on the story but it could be ok