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Leonardo DiCaprio!? by ck	May 21st, 1999 12:56:16 AM
ugh, I really hope this is just bogus info... had enough with Jar Jar, imagine DiCaprio... and oh yeah, I'm first! :-) um, is there going to be a 7,8,9? I keep hearing conflicting reports... - ck -
Leo sucks. by Bad Mutha	May 21st, 1999 12:57:06 AM
I just wanted to say that Leo as Anakin would be one of the biggest travesties in the history of film. Does anybody remember Vader from the original trilogy. Huge, powerful, intimidating, he could lift a man off the floor by his neck with one hand. Can you imagine Leo doing that. The guy has the chest of a 12 year old boy. Come on! Please George don't do this. I heard a rumor about Rick Schroeder playing Anakin, and I wasn't too excited about it, but now I think he would be great compared to Leo. The only reason that Leo gets any movie roles is to get the little teenage girls excited. Say it ain't so.
made a note in my diary on the way over - simply says... by dapper_bloke	May 21st, 1999 12:57:17 AM
...bugger
Leo..... by WalkHome	May 21st, 1999 12:58:22 AM
Cool
Leonardo by Code_Monkey	May 21st, 1999 01:01:26 AM
Noooo!! That's impossible!
Leo/Anakin by Anti-fanboy	May 21st, 1999 01:03:11 AM
He is a very good actor. but personally, I don't think he is physically graceful or athletic enough to weild a lightsaber properly. Did you guys see how sissy he looked throwing 1-2 punches in The Beach teaser, or how physically awkward he seems in, hell, all his movies? I just don't see Leo as a Jedi, as Anakin--and I don't want to.
I take it I'm first....sort of by Ahriman	May 21st, 1999 01:03:45 AM
Frankly, I support the decision. Leo bears a striking resemblance to an "older" Jake Lloyd, and he IS a talented actor. Who cares if he has a few social party problems. That's the person's fault, not the performances calibre. Bring on the new Anakin. (And crush my cousin's maniacal dreams of actually trying out for the part!!!)
Wow, I think I'm first... by Gemineye	May 21st, 1999 01:05:16 AM
Damn! The pressure's on. Personally, I think that Leo would be a pretty good choice for the above reasons and also for the fact that his looks really bridge the gap between Jake and Sebastian Shaw. Meaning he looks like a older Jake and a younger Sebastian. But even my own brother said "I would never see Episode II or III if they put him in there" and I know that most of the responses after mine (cooool!) are going to be anti-DiCaprio. Just think though, Episode II would have the finest cast of actors in film. Ewan McGregor, Leonardo Di Caprio, Natalie Portman, and Samuel L Jackson, etc. I pray that it approaches the brilliance of Empire rather than betters Jedi, which is all Episode I is doing for me the day after.
DEAR SWEET JESUS AND ALL THAT IS HOLY NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! by malochio	May 21st, 1999 01:05:37 AM
I pray to all the gods you can think of and all that is holy, please God and Jesus and Mary and Joseph and baby Jesus jumpin on a pogo stick, NOT THE FUCKING DICAPRIO! NO NO NO! He is evil, he is a suck, he he he....... Please go away.......
Please God no by Annie R.	May 21st, 1999 01:07:43 AM
He might be talented, but he's also a pretty-boy, Tiger Beat type. I don't believe for a minute that pretty much anyone, including a baby Ewok, couldn't mop the floor with Leo. I'm so sure he could magically turn into the huge, hulking entity that Vader was after having been that guy in younger days. I think Lucas should cast a relative unknown, preferably someone who weighs more than 120 pounds. Episode 2 should be about story, characters, and minor stuff like that, not be the latest Leo Dicaprio vehicle. I loved Episode One, btw. I've seen it twice and I'll see it many more times in the coming weeks.
Anakin's size by Anti-fanboy	May 21st, 1999 01:08:05 AM
Vader was more machine than man. Sons are almost always taller than there father. Luke was short. Just because Vader was big, Anakin does not need to be a large man before his transformation. So Leo's size, or lack thereof isn't an issue.
Heh heh & the chest thing by Gemineye	May 21st, 1999 01:11:35 AM
I think it's hilarous how we all think we are first. Now I feel like a loser. Anyway, what was I thinking!! Leo is kind of a wuss!!! Yeah, his chest IS too small!! I hope Mr Lucas give the role of a lifetime to a worthy unknown but good actor and makes him a star.
It could be worse... by Riviera	May 21st, 1999 01:16:28 AM
At least there are no rumours of George Lucas reviving Macauley Culkin's (or however you spell it) career. DiCaprio I could handle, that, I definitely couldn't.
A fool who is content...is still a fool. by CASE	May 21st, 1999 01:31:09 AM
George Lucas just lost a long time fan. I want to cry.
I HATE Leo by ?	May 21st, 1999 01:50:10 AM
The person who casts Leo for SW flick deserves the death penalty. Of all the things that can ruin a SW movie for me casting Leo is way on top. Every SW fan needs to write Lucas and tell him what a crime against SW fans such a move would be. I hate leo... He sucks. And he has sucked ever since he appeared on tv for the first time.
The Anakin Debate by penalcode	May 21st, 1999 01:50:53 AM
I don't think Lucas should pick anyone famous to continue the Anakin role. The role would lose credibility to me personally if I look at him and picture "the king of the world" or Vince Vaughn or Brendan Fraser. He certainly doesn't need star power to make hundreds of millions of dollars, so just pick a good actor. (I do think he should be large in stature, though.)
Maybe you jealous morons should go rent some of the other Dicapr by paragonian	May 21st, 1999 01:52:03 AM
Leo is a true actor who has no significant interest in being a big star. He almost did American Psycho for christs sakes. What's eating Gilbert Grape may have an incredibly stupid title but it's one of my favorite films of all time. It actually made me cry and only Forrest Gump has made me do that before, although I'm sure I'll cry when I see Eyes Wide Shut just because of Kubrick. Leo is not only a great actor now but think of how good he'll be in the future and although I don't understand the teenage girl interest ( he looks like a puny yuppie kid ) I think he's a great talent that deserves respect and support.
Leo - he's a friggin' chick! by Omega	May 21st, 1999 01:55:41 AM
Is Lucas high? Leonardo is a rather poor actor and even worse, he's so damn effeminate! I'm sorry, but Anakin should not be played by a guy who looks like he'd rather do Amidala's hair then cut up Sith lords. How asinine! I enjoy STAR WARS films but I will NOT see it if that wannabe actor is in it. BTW, at the TPM showings in San Diego, the audience booed loudly when the BEACH trailer showed Leo. He sucks. Good heavens, his star is burning out. Move on and find a man to play the role.
Fuck, NO!!!! by 1/2aShandy	May 21st, 1999 02:06:20 AM
NO! NO! NO! This cannot happen.
I don't care anymore by The Mad Hatter	May 21st, 1999 02:07:10 AM
I couldn't give a damn who Lucas casts as Anakin, because he's already destroyed the character's credibility by using Jake Lloyd in TPM. Can anyone really make up for that embarrassing performance? If I were an actor, I wouldn't touch the part with a ten foot pole! Also, why are all the people that waited years to see a movie which quite frankly didn't even come close to making the grade, now waiting like a bunch of idiots for EPISODE 2? I HATED "Phantom Menace", and I doubt I'll be wasting another few years of my life praying that EP 2 makes up for it....Finally, in the last couple of "Star Wars" Talk Backs from previous days, I posted several comments which quite a few people found offensive, but that was an indication of my ANGER at such a God-awful movie. When all you guys calm down at having seen a new "Star Wars" flick, you'll come to realize that it wasn't worthy of your praise and devotion.
Rick Schroeder should play Anakin!!! by Wittman	May 21st, 1999 02:08:37 AM
Think about it. This would be so cool. He is young and a hell of an actor. Don't throw that "Silver Spoons" shit at me. Check out his work on "NYPD Blue" for Christ's sake. The guy has arrived. Come on!!!
The subject that is Leo... by Essemtee	May 21st, 1999 02:09:48 AM
...okay, the whole 'Anakin is younger than Amidala, yet Leo is older than Natalie' thing is mind-bugging. Natalie is going to be in the next two movies, isn't she? She's not going to look much different or older in 2000. And yet, Anakin will have to have sprouted a few feet if they want some older actor to make this 'love story' plausible instead of laughable. And Leo does not look like Sebastian Shaw! Not even if you squint while watching the end of Return of the Jedi! (And no, I haven't tried, so don't ask.) Oh yes, Episode One was really good! I saw it on Wednesday morning with about 25 other people. It felt like I had my own screening! It pretty much humbled my Event Experience quite a bit, though. And a $28 million take for one DAY is pretty damn good!
leo is god. by penalcode	May 21st, 1999 02:19:52 AM
First of all quit bashing leo. Everyone knows leo haters are just jealous of his talent and sex appeal. Second of all, this is the best god damn crack I've ever had. It's like angels made it especially for me.
Leo? NOOO! by Eyes-Only	May 21st, 1999 02:26:01 AM
I'm sorry but you just can't put leo in Star Wars episode 2. He is an okay actor, but to play a jedi - no way! He'd never be able to pull it off. Lucas just stick to the formula and cast a relatively unknown who'd put a better performance into the role. I ain't seen Episode 1 yet, I have to wait until it's released in the UK on July 16th. And boy, am I counting down the weeks. From what I've heard of my friends who live in the USA who have seen episode i I can't wait to see it for myself. I know I'll like it because I read the illustrated screenplay from front to back many times and I knoe everything about the plot. Plus, I've seen both the trailers and they blew me away! So basicly, I'm just waiting to see how Goerge transfered the story from script to screen. And I'm sure I won't be dissapointed. Once again, I sure hope Leo won't be in Episode 1.
Harry I am sorry to say I've, for the first time ever, lost resp by NOLEO!	May 21st, 1999 02:27:05 AM
How can you possibly say that Leonardo is a good actor!? Go watch "The Man in the Iron Mask". Leonardo is the worst possible choice Lucas could make. PEOPLE BOOED HIS FACE IN THE TRAILERS (in my theatre too) BEFORE EP.1 BECAUSE HE IS A TERRIBLE ACTOR. Case closed. I've been reading your website for a long time... but this is the first moment I've bothered to post... on the off chance that any LucasFilm employee is watching... FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, IF WHAT HARRY SAYS IS CORRECT, STAND UP TO MR. LUCAS AND TELL HIM WHAT A TRAGEDY THIS WOULD BE. It would be a slap in the face to all Star Wars fans. It would be the ultimate 800 pound gorilla doing whatever it wants, move. Is it possible we could start some sort of fan petition and take it to George, saying that Leonardo should be working at a Pier 1 imports somewhere, NOT playing one of the most important roles in two future film classics. I guess George is right. There is no God. There is no Force. In the future, there are only Yoda-reputation-destroying midi-chlorians and Jar Jar licking Leo's little girlish face. Leo: The Man in the Sith Mask? I don't think so.
OH COME ON!!!!! by dagger	May 21st, 1999 02:31:14 AM
LEONARDO DICAPRIO AS DARTH VADER?? SURELY NOT!!!!
Confirmations... by Randall Flagg	May 21st, 1999 02:41:40 AM
Mm hmm... confirmations of George and Leo sightings... lemme remind you all that we also had "confirmations" of Kenneth Branagh spending a lot of time at Skywalker ranch, being fitted for Jedi clothing and the like. Branagh = BS, and so will Leo, mark my words. Anyways, Sebastian Shaw was taller than Alec Guiness... Leo is definitely NOT taller than Ewan McGregor. This is the rumor we'll all gonna laugh nervously about come 2002 and shake our heads in shame that we even sorta believed it for a second. It aint gonna happen.
Leo Di Caprio by Apollo	May 21st, 1999 02:42:23 AM
Despite what people might think of young Leo, surely the thing to do is find an actor who looks like a big Mark Hamill. After all Big Black Darth is meant to be Luke's dad!
If We Need To, Let's Make A Professional Website Against Choosin by NOLEO!	May 21st, 1999 02:45:32 AM
Alright Star Wars fans, I think we should try to nip this thing in the bud. If these rumors take on any more steam, we should get a website, oh, say.... WWW.NOLEO.COM and, with a fair degree of professionalism, begin a petition AGAINST casting Leonardo DiCaprio as Anakin Skywalker. I really don't think we should be laughing at the future Lord of the Sith. And that previous guy in TalkBalk was right, people were laughing at his pathetic punches in the scene from The Beach. Some of the thirteen year olds I've taught martial arts to look more impressive. All I can think of when I see Leo's feline mug is the terrible, AWFUL, no good very bad acting (in both roles!) from "The Man in the Iron Mask" and some of the more disgusting scenes from Basketball Diaries. No, I do not want to think of Anakin Skywalker as a scrawny male prostitute, thank you very much Mr. Lucas. Anakin had better be an actor that can inspire HATE for his evil, CONTEMPT for his choice of master, PITY for his tragedy, SYMPATHY for his position. Casting Leo would take a complex, beautiful role and turn it into a hoax to get teenie girls and their aging mothers in to see Star Wars Ep2. And you know what? I THINK ENOUGH PEOPLE WILL SEE THESE MOVIES ANYWAY! Most of these girls or mothers will go with children or boyfriends or husbands. If they don't come, IT'S NO BIG LOSS!!! Just sell the rights to a few more licensees. Oh my God, I just had a horrible thought. Leonardo DiCaprio's face on a Taco Bell cup. (shudder)...
Impressive.... by Henry Fool	May 21st, 1999 03:06:31 AM
On May 19th, at 1:40 am, I was standing in line for my Star Wars tickets. I, and my friend who came with me, was the third person there. I could have have shown up at around and 6:00 am and still gotten my desired tickets, but at least I was at the front (self importance quota of a professed SW geek ). While waiting in line I spent quite a bit of time talking to a fellow who was another fanatical Star Wars fan. When the subject of Titanic came up, he said, "I HATE TITANIC! Leo sucks! I hate trendy things!" I said, "You don't think Star Wars is trendy?" He didn't have a response and I changed the subject not wanting to embarass him. Now Leos punching scene in 'The Beach' trailor was awkward. However, I've been watching this guy since I first saw him in 'This Boys Life' and 'What's Eating Gilber Grape' and I must say that the boys got talent. In fact, he played a retarded character so perfectly in 'Gilbert' that I was truly amazed. Leo has mimicking ability and that talent could be used well in terms of his ability with sword fighting and the right trainer. His physique is unimportant to the Anakin character. The truth is we don't really know what the full grown Anakin looks like in terms of physique. Darth Vader has a predominantly cyborg body with only his head and torso being human ("He's more machine than man, now"). And lets face it, the outcry against this casting is nothing more than a bunch of web geeks and just plain geeks lashing out against someone who has a popularity they'll never know. I, for one, just want a really good actor in the role of Anakin. I don't care who does it, as long as they do it right. And Leo, Titanic or not, has the talent. That punching in 'The Beach' trailor sure did look bad though. Who knows? I hated Natalie Portmans voice in the second SW trailor, but was pleasantly surprised when I saw how her character turned out.
sounds good to me by Mathias	May 21st, 1999 03:08:26 AM
Hey the DiCaprio idea sounds good to me. I'm not a fan of the guy but as Harry said he IS a real good actor. He can play both the nice guy and the rather disturbed fella, and that's what Lucas needs to develop Anakin's character. I know it's hip to say Leonardo suckas and everything, but I find it pathetic. If he actually gets to play the part, you'll hail him as a god when Episode 2 is out, because he WILL be good. Haven't seen one film with DiCaprio in which his acting didn't fit the character. Give the guy a chance. And hey, if Leo is in it, you won't have such a hard time getting you girlfriend to see it.
what I heard was.... by Fiebska	May 21st, 1999 03:11:04 AM
btw, randall flagg, i really hope you're right, you've given me hope that this could be smoke blowing.. BUT, and maybe i heard this as a misuderstanding, i heard that leo was to be the one that donned the mandalorian armor in Ep2.... not that i think diCRAPio (surprised no one else called him that yet) would be any good as our favorite chin-nuzzling bounty hunter, but i HEARD that.. just adding fire to the rumor mill... i could MAYBE (DISTANT DISTANT MAYBE) handle him as boba, but only if it meant he wasn't anakin. rick schroeder actually don't sound too bad ya know...
test 123 by KCB	May 21st, 1999 03:12:25 AM

The Beach & Darth Vader Jr by Riviera	May 21st, 1999 03:20:53 AM
I read The Beach ages before it was gonna be a film and the main character was British. So what do the (British) filmmakers do? Cast Ladyboy DiCaprio as an American Vietnam obsessive. This seems like selling out for the sake of ticket sales when, like SW Ep2, the reputation preceeding it should already guarentee a huge box office return. Danny Boyle could have picked from the huge array of British talent for the part of Alex and I'm sure there are loads of people better suited for Anakin Skywalker than Leo. Come on George, don't sell out. By the way, I haven't seen TPM yet because it doesn't come out here for another month and a half! I can't wait!
leo by KCB	May 21st, 1999 03:24:46 AM
perhaps leo's acting could make up for GL's horrible directing. EP1 was a huge disappointment. GL has gotten lazy in his old age. Check out for the 100 problems with EP1.
Let me guess....all you anti Leo people are insanely jealous.... by g452	May 21st, 1999 03:25:25 AM
Some of you people probably wouldn't know a good actor/actress if they came up and bit you on the ass. I'll break my post up into points as not to confuse ya'll Point 1) Leo was pretty good in Romeo and Juliet, but I found him bland in Titanic (I did really like the movie overall though). I havent seen Gilbert Grape nor the Basketball Diaries but by all accounts Leo acts his ass off in both those movies. So, I'll give him the benefit of the doubt and consider him a quality actor. Point 2) Havent seen Man in the Iron Mask, nor do I intend to. Its one of those films I consider a nothing film (eg star vehicle, suckers the teenies in). However, I cant say I hold this against him - a lot of good actors have pulled duds in the past, and they will into the future. Point 3) You think he's too effeminate?? Gee sherlocks, since when did male roles become the sole domain of the macho manly type? And furthermore, who says that Ankakin (well...George Lucas says...) has to be the big, manly powerful guy that previous posts seem to imply? Darth Vader was big and powerful I hear you cry. Yes he was. But Darth Vader and Anakin Skywalker are not the same in my opinion. Anakin becomes Vader and in the process ceases to be Anakin (and all those cybernetic enhancements could make him much taller and much more imposing). Point 4) Harry's right. As a Star Wars fan, I am a bit pissed off at Titanic, and thus Leo. But I dont think he is the antichrist for it. And hey....I still really like Titanic.... Point 5) The biggest problem I can forsee with casting Leo as Anakin is the old "Thats not Anakin - thats Leonardo DiCaprio playing Anakin" feeling. This could be a stcking point with me personally, but OTOH Star Wars would be the best remedy to this situation I can think of. Thats it from me. Leo haters may now resume their haughty taugthy attitudes. Leo lovers can resume their worshipping ways. The rest of us can sit back observe these shenanigans........
leo is perfect you overacting geeks. by Scullylover	May 21st, 1999 03:26:53 AM
there is no way rick shroeder will be casted? why? because he looks too old. imagine him and natalie portman? HELLO?!! leo is a damn good actor. you people are just too proud to admit that he could very well pull it off. who gives a shit if teeny bitches love him. if he's right for the fucking role then give it to him. who would've thought that liam neeson could've pulled off being a jedi knight? i vote for leo for anakin. LEO FOR ANAKIN you bunch of OVERACTING GEEKS!!!
stupid lack of formatting in this forum...... by g452	May 21st, 1999 03:32:37 AM

Leo by Taxjockey	May 21st, 1999 03:33:40 AM
NOLEO! wrote: >>No, I do not want to think of Anakin Skywalker as a scrawny male prostitute, thank you very much Mr. Lucas.> Anakin had better be an actor that can inspire HATE
Leo as Anakin (Age problem!) by DarthSidius	May 21st, 1999 03:54:47 AM
Okay let me get this figured out - Anakin is substantially younger than Queen Amidala/Padme in Episode 1 correct? So how the hell can they cast Leo who's 23 or something to play opposite Natalie Portman????? Doesn't make sense really, apart from the fact he still looks about 15. That's my 2pence worth, and I still have 2 months before I can see TPM here in the UK!!!! But I've read the illustrated screenplay and am ready and waiting.
Leo as Anakin by Nordling	May 21st, 1999 04:06:38 AM
Look, I'm no Leo fan, and I sincerely hope that Lucas finds some unknown actor to play Anakin - just for the fact that ANY other actor would bring baggage to the role - but casting Leo wouldn't be the end ofthe world. As an actor he does have props. But you hear stories about how he wants scenes done a certain way and how he gets into conflicts with directors (like James Cameron) and Lucas should nip that in the bud right now if he casts him. Do some serious Darth Maul bitch-slapping if tht happens. This is not Leo's character - it's Lucas's. In the end, I hope he goes unknown. Also, just because he's been seen with Lucas doesn't mean it's going to happen. It's been all over the Net about how badly Leo wants this part (a rumor that I believe to be true - who WOULDN'T want to be Anakin?) and this might just be an orchestration on his part to get in. Kick him to the curb, George, but if you cast him, break his will. Make him be your whore.
by Goines	May 21st, 1999 04:11:41 AM
Personally I think it would be a travesty casting Leo as Anakin. He's girlish, and lacks any signs of menace (not to mention acting abilities). A much better choice would be Ben Affleck. He's great in everything he's been in (even Forces Of Nature), and I bet he can look dangerous as hell. Brad Pitt could also be good in the role. So could I, by the way! George, my e-mail is msh06@stir.ac.uk, if you want to cast me.
Just one more thing.... by Goines	May 21st, 1999 04:13:51 AM
Can we please have Paul Verhoeven directing?
LEO & BOX OFFICE by Salamander	May 21st, 1999 04:15:57 AM
Christ sake leo !? HARRY WHAT SORT OF MAJOR BACKLASH HAVE YOU STARTED NOW?! He does kinda resemble the boy...... I digress, in the tabloids over here and the announcements on the radio, it is officially the highest earning opener film in history with 17million in the first 24 hours of the films opening compared to the last biggest which was jurassic park 2 at 13million - and the star wars was only shown on 3000 screens ....it could have been even more. What say ye .. 100 million by monday?
Are you people really Star Wars fans? by Vidar	May 21st, 1999 04:19:20 AM
I have visited this site for a long time, but I have never been compelled to Talk Back until now. You people are too wrapped up in hating anything that you deem "not Star Wars" to even think about giving Leo a second thought. I think that real fans would want the best person for the role to play every part in every movie, even if that means casting a "pretty boy commerialized star". If you would just think about it for a minute though you would realize that Leo would be perfect for the Anakin role. I think that he resembles Luke, so he has the right look for the part. Being good in the Love Story part of the film is assured (I think he has already proved that in Romeo, and some other film that had something to do with some ship). Most importantly he has proven that he can play a tragic character, full of anger,fear, uncertainity, hate, and all of the other emotianal bricks that pave the path to the dark side in Romeo and The Basketball Diaries. Sure his eyes seem likle they are full of wonder a lot, but doesn't Anakin need that?
As Master Yoda says: by mr_ripley	May 21st, 1999 04:33:40 AM
"Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering." Stop fearing Leo or else you'll suffer gravely when Episode II comes out. WHY LEO WILL BE ANAKIN: 1) A mutal friend (of Leo and myself) said that he was up talking to Lucas about it. Now it's confirmed by a Lucas spy. 2) Ep. 2 is going into heavy preproduction. If Lucas is talking to Leo, it MEANS more than just talking. This is NOT phantom meetings will Kenneth Branaugh. They are dealing. 3) What 24 year old would turn that role down? Not Leo. 4) It just makes sense, dramtically and financially. Leo is instant romantic lead and instant box office. Lucas has said Ep. II will make less the Ep.I, be more niche. Casting Leo would maximize the film's appeal. 5)Even if you hate him, would that really stop you from seeing the movie. I doubt it. I think even if you hated Ep. 1, you'll still see Ep. 2. There's always hope... A bad Star Wars movie is still lightyears ahead of its contemporaries. Anyway, forget about it. Let go of your hatred of all things "Titanic". If your sighting "The Man in the Iron Mask", I know that Leo hated making that film (I think he disagreed with the director) and it shows in his performance. I think "The Beach" will be excellent like the book, especially with the "Trainspotting" Doyle's involvement. Leo is tall enough, and that is not even a question since Darth Vader is "more machine than man". And honestly, don't you think Lucas' daughters are telling him to pick Leo? Kudos to Harry for embracing the inevitable. And to all who would oppose Leo, you'll never stand a chance.
shut up whiney bitches by Sicuv Uyall	May 21st, 1999 04:40:04 AM
better choices?? how about Van Der Beek from Dawson's Creek and Varsity Blues? imagine him telling Obi Wan, "Ah don't want yo life!" Or how about Seth Green.. Scott Evil from the Austin Powers movies? I bet you some of you geekboys are actually drooling over that one, seriously. Whether or not you master thespians think he can act or not, Leo would probably be a big improvement over Jake Lloyd. As for director, they need someone, anyone other than Lucas. And he needs to collaborate with some good screenwriters, too. Admit it Star Geeks, the movie was good, but it was also a disappointment. You guys would love anything Lucas gives you, even if it was a piece of dogshit with Tie figher wings attached to it. I advise you all to shut the hell up now. Camping out in front of the theater for a month or spending $300 a ticket shouldn't elude you all into thinking this movie was great. If this is so, Lucas might as well cut the same corners for the next two movies. The best sci fi movie of the summer turns out to be The Matrix. ... Speaking of which, what about Keanu as Annakin? hahahaha!!! And let's be realistic... Leo and/or Keanu would get more of an emotional response than most of the animated characters in Phantom Menace. We're watching CARTOONS people!!! This isn't supposed to be Roger Rabbit!!! I was waiting for Jar Jar to say "pppppppplease!!" GEORGE, CUT DOWN ON THE COMPUTER GENERATED CHARACTERS! IT'S LIKE WATCHING A VIDEO GAME. I'm right, and you all know it. I love you.
You are so full of it! by Elan Vitale	May 21st, 1999 04:46:38 AM
What a load of b.s.! George was right, Star Wars has never been about movie stars. This will never happen my friends, you can rest easy. Why do you think Lucas wrangled away complete creatuve control? To get away from bullshit hollywood politics!
Star Wars Geeks vs Leo DiCaprio by Otter_	May 21st, 1999 04:53:17 AM
As Archie Bunker would succinctly say, "Shut,up, YOU!!!!" Star Wars Geeks, what is your REAL PROBLEM with DiCaprio as Anakin? DO you REALLY have any ACTUAL, REASONABLE, LOGICAL reason why he couldn't pull off the role? Give me a reason! I don't think any of you out there can do that. I'm no major DiCaprio fan, and I despised Titanic, but I was very impressed with him in Gilbert Grape and I thought he outshined Claire Danes in Romeo and Juliet, which is by far one of my favorite movies. So tell me, Geeks, tell me why he can't fill this role? He LOOKS like an older version of Jake Lloyd, DOESN'T he? So put up or shut up, and let Leo and Lucas make a better movie than Phantom Menace.
Anakin & Luke (you remember?) by svenex	May 21st, 1999 04:56:42 AM
OK, at first I was not enthusiastic about Leo playing Anakin. Of course he isn't physical, tough or whatever enough, he's a babyface. But thinking about it, I remember a young man called Luke Skywalker who was the reincarnation of a babyface. But he developed. And Because they are father and son, why not take Leo? And believe me, he's able to give the dark side a new 'face' that is pretty black.
Leonardo de Crapio sucks ass!! by David Fallows	May 21st, 1999 05:00:56 AM
If he gets casted for any part in Episodes II or III I'll kill myself!!!
Step back.,,breathe...breathe... by Hamadryad	May 21st, 1999 05:02:38 AM
Ok, I have to say my FIRST reaction was, "Leonardo diCaprio? NO! NO! AAAGH!!". Then I got a grip and started using my BRAIN again. I have only seen one movie with Leo+ in it, and that was Titanic, and I only saw it because we found it used for $10. I had resisted seeing it because of all of the hype and BS surrounding it, its inflated numbers (ask me some time, video store employees sometimes have interesting inside dish), and all the rest of it. And I loved it. Briefly switching subjects (tho' not really, as will become apparent), I saw an interview with Keanu Reeves where he was talking about the scene in "The Matrix" where the silvery stuff crawls off of the mirror and onto his arm as they start a trace to find his body. He was saying that it was really weird, that he had to, y'know, pretend there was this stuff, but it wasn't really there, right, but he had to pretend it WAS, and the interviewer laughed and said, "You mean, ACTING." and Keanu laughed and said, "Yeah...yeah - ACTING." The folks who are saying "I don't want to look at a younger Anakin and think "I'm king of the world!" Well, first off, when Anakin is being turned that would be sorta appropriate...heh. For another, though, the point of a good actor is that they can take you outside of their previous roles and completely into the role they are currently inhabiting. I mean, when you see Cary Elwes in "Twister," do you think "Oh....Mel Brooks' Robin Hood!" No...you think, "Wow, what a greasy, oily, self-centered bastard." Now, I'm not saying that Leo+ is a fantabulous actor, nor am I saying that he's not; I can't make that call since I haven't seen him in much. However, there has to be SOME reason he's gotten all of these roles, and if his acting ability can take me out of Tiger Meat and onto Tatooine (f'rinstance) then I will be 100% for it. One more thing: you people babbling about "getting your mothers and girlfriends to see it" are PISSING ME OFF. I've been a girlfriend, and a wife, and a mother, and some have even called me a whore....and I freakin' LOVE the Star Wars movies. And Star Trek (hey, good cheese it still good). And Babylon 5. And I'm starting to get into Farscape (like I said, good cheese...). I'm sick of folks assuming that girls only see this sort of stuff to appease their cool, testosterone-laden other halves. When they blew up the lobby in "The Matrix" I wanted a leather miniskirt and a bunch of really big guns. So eat me.
Yeah, I want an 80 pound girl as the slayer of the mighty Jedi. by NOLEO!	May 21st, 1999 05:04:55 AM
Leo doesn't inspire HATE Glima, as in we HATE HIS EVIL. Leo inspires disgust. What did they do at your movie theatre when Leo pawed at the air? I overheard someone say "I hope he dies in that movie, too". A great number of people laughed. More than laughed at most of the Jar Jar jokes. Not as many as laughed at Threepio's "I think the floor is unstable in here" line. ----- I don't think of Obi-Wan as a heroin addict because Ewan is an ACTOR. When you look at Ewan you think ACTOR. Not hip megastar. Not cover of Tiger Beat "I appeal to somebody!" trendsetter. ACTOR. An actor who cares about his craft. There's a diffence, kids. Don't you see it? Ewan is crazy sometimes, sure. Probably drinks too much, yeah. But he's not Leonardio DiCaprio. He's not annoying and, dare I say, stupid. Er, intellectually hobbled, to be PC. Leonardio is undeniably far from the brightest boy on the planet. Have you ever seen him in interviews? I am sorry to say that I have. CAN'T ANYBODY SEE THE DISTINCTION!?----- Also, I expected Liam Neeson to be great, and he was great. All the critics who panned him saying that he was wooden... well come on! When was the last time YOU met a Buddhist monk. I've met Tibetan Buddhist monks, and in fact, they're not running around screaming all the time. It's not Rob Roy. They're calm. Relaxed. Hey, maybe a little wooden, it might seem sometimes. Neeson was PERFECT. McGregor was PERFECT.------And no Harry, I hold nothing against Titanic. Haven't seen it, don't hate it, but just haven't got around to renting it yet. There's a lot of more worthwhile movies out there, and time is precious. (So why am I posting here? I don't know. Call it insomnia.) -----This is also not jealousy for oh all the great fame Leo has. Whatever. If I was a 15 year old boy seeing girls my age swoon over him, maybe. But I'm not 15. I don't care. There's always a flavor of the month. This is about the integrity of the most important casting decision ever. To say "Oh, you're just jealous" is really, really pathetic.------If you refuse to see "Man in the Iron Mask"... why? See it. Hear it. Shrivel inside. Oh, wait. Lucas made Howard the Duck. Perhaps they're commiserating in sympathy for each other.-----Perhaps this is just a stunt by Lucas or Harry to make us appreciate Jar Jar a lot more. =) I know I do. I would be willing to have Jar Jar in Ep. 2, 3, and hell - I'd even let them digitally ADD Jar Jar to Episodes 4,5, and 6 just to avoid ruining 2 and 3 with Leo. Now that is desperation, folks. ---------- And a special message here for the guy going off about Star Wars Geekboys... what are _you_ doing on Ain't It Cool News looking at Star Wars information two and a half years before the movie comes out? Huh? =)
Loosing An Audience! by Kielland	May 21st, 1999 05:09:15 AM
If this turnes out to be true, I surtenly won't be seeing the film. I just can't believe it, not Lucas that has proved himself as a casting genius before. He has to know that this will alienate Star Wars' original audience. My guess is that someone is trying to make us look like fools for even getting upset by a story as silly as this. If it turnes out true thought, they should cast Skeet Ulrich as a dark lord of Sith and Danny DeVito as a Ewok Jedi night.
I am so pleased...... by WalkHome	May 21st, 1999 05:16:45 AM
..... at this rumour and the effect it has had on all you Star Wars Geeks that hold it oh so precious. Di Caprio will make an excellent Anakin, he was considering American Psycho for cryin' out loud before he got scheduled to do "The Beach". Gee and look at the unknowns Lucas has cast in TPM, Liam Neeson, Ewan MacGregor, Natalie Portman, Samuel L Jackson.........
BELIVE!!!!! by merrit	May 21st, 1999 05:33:59 AM
Hey! I wouldn't assigne Leo as Anakin but I belive in Georgy! Who if not he could tell who can play which role in his film. If he thinks Leo can do it I belive in him (both g). Any doubt I might have had was blown away when I read how u all liked episodeI (Gonna see it 19th of august -> start in germany) Btw: Georgy wouldn't spoil his dream by getting the wrong person for any role.
Leo in The Beach by sandtrooper	May 21st, 1999 05:50:57 AM
RE: Leo's face being booed when The Beach trailer came up at Mann's Chinese. I also feel that this was more of a reaction to his being in Titanic and not to the quality of his acting ability. What's Eating Gilbert Grape, The Basketball Diaries and Romeo & Juliet all show that he really can act. However when The Beach trailer comes here to the UK he will most likely be booed by all (except little teenage girls who will forever beleive Titanic to be about Leo and not an actual historic event) as we (and by that I mean me) still feel that Ewan should have got the part. Anyone who has read the book would come to the same conclusion as well. They would have been able to make The Beach for a fraction of the cost if Ewan was in it instead of Leo. They (you know who you are!!!) didn't want Ewan because they thought Leo was a more bankable star. Didn't they know Ewan was going to be in TPM!!! Don't blame Leo for being Leo but do blame 'them' for being 'uncreative' and not casting Ewan instead.
DiCaprio + Portman = a runt like Hamill? by mooch	May 21st, 1999 05:53:33 AM
1. Firstly, dispell this myth that DiCaprio is the new Brando. However good he was in Gilbert Grape (which I've not seen), HE WAS SHIT IN BASKETBALL DIARIES AND IN THE QUICK AND THE DEAD AND IN MAN IN THE IRON MASK. He was lame in Titanic as well. He was okay in Romeo, but really, he's just an actor that doesn't have inhibitions, they tell him to scream "Mom! Mom! Please! Mom!" outside the door, and he does it with lots of energy and enthusiasm, but THAT DOESN'T MEAN HE DOES IT WELL. Look at the bits in Romeo when he is screaming - he just doesn't have the sense of power needed to convey any kind of threat; he puts lots of energy into making you truly believe that he is angry, but I defy anyone to watch those scenes in Romeo and Basketball Diaries and tell me that he doesn't just look like a pathetic child having a supermarket tantrum. 2. After Titanic didn't he vow that big budget commercial films were "not for me"? Didn't he say he wanted to do interesting work and so did Woody Allen's film and toyed with American Psycho and then made the Trainspotting team's next one? Although, Star Wars is a different kettle of fish (not exactly your average Armageddon) - who would turn down the chance to do it? Ewan McGregor often slags off people who go straight to where the money is, yet he makes the exception. 3. Weren't the actors in TPM notoriously frustrated at their constraints? For an actor who takes his image so seriously as DiCaprio, this just simply wouldn't make sense. This is different from McGregor, a fun, light hearted NiceGuy who will be in some mellow frippery like A Life Less Ordinary, and always exudes an air of honesty and openness on screen, most strikingly evidenced in Trainspotting - Trainspotting and Basketball Diaries: Compare junkies! 4. Overall, it just depends what he has to do in the film. I can see how he could be absolutely fantastic in it - his punyness and girlishness would leave Anakin a vulnerability and a naiveity (imagine him in a lightsaber fight - both child like yet maturing) he would link well with Jake Lloyd, and fundamentllay, it would raise the stakes somewhat - wouldn't it be a bit of an anti-climax to have an unknown? What if someone like Casper Van Dien turned up? Now that'd just be shit. With DiCaprio as Anakin, who would doubt for a second that Portman's character would go for him? It could be the best idea ever - the guy whom we all feel like we know because of the intense scrutiny of the last year and a half, as Anakin. He definitely has some sort of Chosen One quality, a kind of mystical weirdness - WHICH HE DIDN'T HAVE ORIGINALLY, ONLY WE CREATED THIS MONSTER BY FOCUSSING SO RABIDLY ON HIM. Stunt casting? 5. DiCaprio as a leader? As a fighter? No. Admit it, DiCaprio as American Psycho was a far better idea. DiCaprio as Clay in Less Than Zero would be an extremely good idea. Dicaprio sly, alone with a weak female: natural. But not DiCaprio as a leader of men. But maybe that would be good. Maybe that weaklingness is to be made part of the character, maybe it would be interesting to have such an un-hero like guy as the prophesied boy. But then, you couldn't have it both ways, you'd have to sacrifice Leo's irresistable-to-women character. It all comes down to how powerful can Leo portray that he is? I saw Anakin as having immense power that he can't control, whilst having the overkilling pressure of being this prophesied one. I always thought of him being seduced into anger and revenge, just like - bizzarely - Bob Hoskins in TwentyFourSeven (My God, you HAVE to see that film). Having DiCaprio would bypass that insecure teenager aspect that seems to me to be a really good idea. Can you see DiCaprio as having soul? But still, it is just about conceivable that he could be good, as long as they somehow stay clear of DiCaprio's weaknesses and he doesn't have to turn into Darth Vader in this movie, although I think that they should definitely use the same Anakin in both Ep2 and Ep3. But then, who couldn't imagine DiCaprio selling out to the Dark Side?
www.dicaprio.com by WalkHome	May 21st, 1999 06:03:17 AM
I'm no fan of the boy but I love the upset he's causing
stunned silence LEO? Wouldn't that be a sign of the Apocalyps by Dark Lord Felth	May 21st, 1999 06:03:43 AM
Truth be told, for me and millions of other Star Wars fans out there, it isn't Titanic's popularity that causes us to shudder, and maybe even cry when we hear Leo may be Anakin. There are many reasons... his physique... the girls may swoon but I for one know that Vader isn't pretty boy under that mask. Vader is the Dark Lord of the Sith, not someone who will pass for a teen late into their fourties... Another reason would be we don't want some huge star playing the role... Sure, SW movie have always had their share of well known actors, but not the MAIN focus roles. Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill weren't well known before the trilogy. And in Episode 1, sure there were plenty of popular actors, but none of the main characters(Samuel L. Jackson's 1 minute of screen time hardly qualifies) except for Liam Neeson were names that you'd hear much when talking about movies. And thye picked him because he was PERFECT for it. He has a large powerful figure that fits a Jedi Knight and he's a great actor. Leo may be a great actor but he's not the Dark Lord... Jake Lloyd isn't the best of actors but hey, he's only 10. Star Wars fans will expect someone PERFECT for the role of Anakin in Episode 2, and Leo just isn't it.
DWD: Longtime supporter for unknowns in SW roles, DiCaprio is wa by DwDunphy	May 21st, 1999 06:05:22 AM
Either get some new talent or get Jake Lloyd a pack of Flintstones Chewable Steroids and pump that kid up.
Anakin by Ander01	May 21st, 1999 06:11:47 AM
I saw Phantom Menace last night and I loved it! I just wanted to say, to all who knocked it, or were dissapointed by it, try reading the book. It has a few parts that weren't in the movie. (That's if you guys can read) Anyway, it was absolutely fantastic. Leo for the next Anakin.... maybe. I like Wittman's idea of seeing Rick Schroeder play the role. His bad boy attitude from NYPD helps me see him as a young Darth Vader.
New Anakin for Ep. 2 by MikeMac	May 21st, 1999 06:16:49 AM
James Van Der Beek (of Dawson's Creek) fame was thrown into the ring was he not? As for Leo........do we really want a Star Wars movie to become a teenybopper's mecca?
EP 2 by JudgeSmails	May 21st, 1999 06:19:51 AM
Leo's a great actor but I'm not too sure I want to see him in Episode II. I think Lucas would be better off casting an unknown. He doesn't need DiCaprio's name to get people's arses in the seats--obviously. If it does end up going to DiCaprio, i'm pretty sure he could handle it (I seriously thought the guy was retarded when I first saw Gilber Grape). I'll tell you one thing though, I'd rather drink turpentine and piss on a brush fire than see Ricky "The Ricker" Schroeder as Anakin...
The perfect Annakin for EP II by Mean Ween	May 21st, 1999 06:21:09 AM
STONE COLD STEVE AUSTIN! Oh yeah, baby.
I'm Suprised No One Has Mentioned.... by Zubalove	May 21st, 1999 06:25:23 AM
First, I'd be surprised if anyone reads this. Second, I agree with those who say Leo isn't as talented as his resume tends to indicate. He's been in over his head and I hate to see Star Wars be the movie that catches up with him. Matt Damon should be considered for this roll. He has range and build. He also looks a bit like young Anakin and Luke. The one problem could be the age, but if Lucas has the power to create a CGI supporting character and pass him off as the real thing, who knows what else the guy can do. Maybe he can put a couple inches on my height while he's at it. Oh yeah, lose Jar Jar in the next flick, okay?
Leo - Too pretty; height problem by Journey	May 21st, 1999 06:34:56 AM
In all the geek lore Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader is reputed to be "2 metres tall" - that's a little over 6' 6"... Leo is just too short, too frail...
Leo Sucks Monkey's Dicks by 1-Long-Dong	May 21st, 1999 06:43:27 AM
I don't think there's any competition - Leo's voted out as far as fans are concerned. He may be able to act and stuff and has a glitzy Hollywood name with sparkles all around, but I (and 99% of the population by the sounds of things) still think that he sux monkey's dicks. If George decides to cast Leo as Anakin, then he may as well consider Rosanne Arnold to play Padme going through a ruff time in her teen years, and maybe cast Michael Jackson as Jar Jar's long lost cousin from the Planet Paedeville...it wouldn't matter what he does after he casts Leo...no one would see it anyway! I sure as hell wouldn't! I must admit, I'm no Star Wars fan (I like it and all, but I couldn't name most of the alien thingies and the space ships in the movies), but it would even disappoint ME -a non SW fan- to see such a terrific series of films ruin simply because a rat-boy is cast as the young Darth Vader. Darth Vader wasn't very pretty when his mask was taken off, but I think it would be an insult to see him looking like Leo as a young man. SOrry, but I can't help but bitch about Leo-Rat-Boy De-Loserio. 1-L-D.
Take the money and run, George by Busey	May 21st, 1999 06:44:07 AM
Let me start by saying I really did not like TPM. I was pretty disappointed in the visual outcome as opposed to the written story (which I still had problems with, but could live with). Anyways, at this point, I think the franchise is in a creative low ebb, so I think George should just say "fuck it", and try and make as much money off of the franchise as possible. By putting Leo in Eps 2 and 3, he will get all of the girlie teeny boppers into the theater again...which is the only demographic he's missing. Besides, who wouldn't want to see Leo fucked up and left for dead by Ewan???
Why not? by 60091	May 21st, 1999 06:47:19 AM
Cool! Why not DiCaprio? I saw the BEACH trailer when I finally saw TPM last night and although I thought the Beach trailer BLEW, DiCaprio does seem to have that "look" and "attitude" to be an older reckless ANAKIN. I just hope Lucas gets a writer to 'really' flesh-out his characters a bit more.
CGISM by BranMakMorn	May 21st, 1999 06:48:20 AM
I hope that Lucas finally realises that placing racist stereotypes on to CGI characters isn't fooling anyone. The Charlie Chan speaking fish heads and the Sambo acting Jar jar.....btw, one asian actor (2 secs of air time) in a cast of hundreds, while Portman dresses in kimonos, Darth Maul fights in wushu style and the landscapes are full of destroyed asian artifacts...I was hoping I would be proven wrong about this but Lucas dissapointed me in his embarassing oversight. BTW, Lucas is the one who forgot how to be a kid again...
MARK HAMILL SHOULD BE ANAKIN!!! by Rocketboy	May 21st, 1999 06:50:12 AM

Leo's a damn good actor, but... by zerofactor	May 21st, 1999 06:56:51 AM
Leo is an amazing talent, like all amazing talents he has made some stinkers (Iron Mask) but Dustin Hoffman and Sam Jackson where in 'Sphere' so let's not hold that against him. But he is not Annakin. He does not have the physical presence that anakin should have. Jake Loyd's chast is bigger than Leo's! What the need is a 16-18 year old with a physical presence, he should look like he could kick your ass! No Matt Damon, No Ryan Philipe (Now there's a bad actor!), No Van Der Beek.
Leonardo Skywalker??? by Nihilon	May 21st, 1999 06:57:32 AM
This CANNOT happen... i don't have anything against Leonardo DiCaprio, I think he's a competent actor, certainly better than Jake Lloyd, but for once I agree with a Lucas statement: "I don't hire stars, I make them!" Whoever plays Anakin, we should see ANAKIN onscreen, not some big star, especially one as big as LEO. I can see it now: LEONARDO SKYWALKER hanging off the bow of a Star Destroyer yelling, "I'm the King of the Universe!!! Woohoo!!!"
Info on EPISODE 2 and 3! by Eyes-Only	May 21st, 1999 06:57:49 AM
Episode 2: - Rumors say that there will be a time lapse of 10-20 years between Episode I and II Episode II will be around Anakin being a stundent of the Jedi. He will learn about the force and be trained by Obi-Wan (parallel to Luke). Anakin will also fall in love with "the Queen" (or "the Princess", as some sources state), the future mother of Luke and Leia. The finale will also be a cliffhanger, much like the ending of The Empire Strikes Back. It's a fact that Carrie Fisher will be ghostwriting the dialog for the female characters, most importantly the character of Luke and Leia's mother. Fisher revealed in an interview with Variety's Army Archerd that the twin's mother will be 24 years of age by the start of the second film. So when you come to think of it Leo looks bout 19 and the queen will then be at the young age of 24. So the age thing would work. Now that Episode I has been wrapped up, pre-production on Episode II began last week with an art department meeting. Shooting starts June 2000. McCallum describes the Episode II themes of the movie as why we do the things we do...why do we hurt people...why do we lie, etc. Plus, in the original trilogy the man Leia called her Father was obviously not her father. He is a part of the group that ends having to fight Darth Vader in (Ep 2). Lucas will be developing the death of Luke and Leia's mother. He had a backstory for her in earlier drafts of ANH, but it basically didnt make it. And Leia in Jedi says she remembers her mother, so this means the queen will be a key figure in episode 2. Episode 3: - This Episode will take place directly after Episode II (around 1-2 years difference). Anakin becomes the Lord of the Sith Darth Vader A popular belief is that only two Lords of the Sith can exist at the same time. Most say that they are Darth vader and the Emperor. It seems that the Emperor is a Sith Lord, but it has never been proven. Some say that when Darth Vader told Luke that they could rule the galaxy as "Father and Son", he is impling that only two can exist. Maybe there can only be one Lord of the Sith? Think about it, we never really know if Palpatine was a Sith Lord. The only Sith Lord we know is Darth Vader. Vader does not offer Luke to become a Lord of the Sith. Not all Dark Jedi are Sith members, he states. The Sith religion uses the Dark Side, it is not the Dark Side. The Kaiburr Crystal (Splinter of the Mind's Eye) is the cause for him(ANAKIN) to go to the Dark Side. Here is a detailed account of his fight with Obi-Wan Kenobi
This is TOO scarey! by Bean Bag	May 21st, 1999 07:01:32 AM
I hope this isnt a joke.because its not funny! But reading you peoples talkbacks are! Leonardo a good actor? haha let alone an actor at all! Im a star wars fan since 77 and a titanic fan since it came out...I really like titanic depite of Leonardos crap performance...thank god Kate was in that...I could write an essay about why he was bad in that movie but I wont. How about him in Man in the Iron mask? hmm yeah..great..another movie he has ruined! He cant act..maybe he has done ok in some movies a decade ago but thats it. Cast a "relative" no name. In other words cast an actor. Not a celebraty (I dont even know how to spell that word) Thats what "relative" means..Liam, Ewan, Natalie..they are all actors not celebritys (is that spelling right?) If Leonardo does get cast as Anakin..the Hero of the WHOLE series..I will be very scared but I would have to put off my apprehension untill ive seen the movie. I havent seen TPM yet so im still very worried about Lloyd. However everytime I see him in an ad or the trailer..I think that he looks GREAT in the part such a innocent..such a tear jerker! anyway just say NO TO LEO!
The Fans by 60091	May 21st, 1999 07:01:34 AM
There seem to be all sorts of different levels of Star Wars 'fans'. There are those who are able to be open minded about the casting choices , and there are also those who are so closed minded that it is rather embarrassing to read there talk-backs. But if DiCaprio was cast and the movie was made, how many of those 'knee-jerk' fans who love to hate any casting choice (even if a rumor) would actually refuse to see a Star Wars movie. Cmon it's Ep 2! Who would refuse to see that?
YAAAARGRRRHHHH!!! by Hamadryad	May 21st, 1999 07:03:50 AM
Could we PLEASE get off of the "teenybopper appeal" thing? Obviously I'm a genetic mutation, the only show-biz poster I had up in my room in high school was Howard Jones, and that was because he's a synthesizer GOD. when I was 15 (I'm almost 29 now) I never swooned over actors. I would sometimes pretend I did, peer pressure being the bitch it is, but I never fantasized about doing Harrison Ford or Menudo (snort) or any of them, nor did I have long, drawn-out diary entries about what it would be like when Simon LeBon dragged me off to his Carribbean hideaway. I'm female. I am EMPHATICALLY female. I like sex. I like rock n' roll. I like science fiction, I like horror movies, I like romantic comedies...but if you give me a choice between "Sleepless in Seattle" and "Army of Darkness" I'm gonna go with Bruce Campbell any day of the week. I loathed and despised "Beaches," spending the entire last 45 minutes chanting "DIE, BITCH, DIE. If you're going to annihilate Leo+ (hate calling him "leo" but I'm not going to type the whole thing out every bloomin' time), annihilate him for his acting ability or lack thereof, not for the fact that bunch of little girls who have been indoctrinated into thinking they have to get a case of hot loins over him keep his face on the cover of Tiger Beat every month. They give people like me a bad name. Like I said before, my first reaction was "NOOOOOO!!!", but if he can ACT...which I have no reason to believe or disbelieve...there's no reason he couldn't do an outstanding job. Especially since the poor thing has been saddled with that perpetual baby face. They can make Natalie Portman up to look 10 years older than she is, and make Leo+ up to look 5 years YOUNGER than he is, and then at the very least the difference in their ages will be plausible. Just PLEASE stop talking about the whole stupid teenybopper thing. Some females actually care more about talent and casting than they do libido, you hunks of hormone-laden meat.
Hell phuqing no! by Corran Fox Horn	May 21st, 1999 07:10:49 AM
Okay, I like Leo alright, and he can act, but no -- he's totally wrong for the part of Anakin, and he would be so distracting. Star Wars has never had a huge star in it before, and that's good. On that note though, Anakin/Jake Lloyd did remind me A LOT of Leo and his personality/acting style...but I dismissed it as them both acting and looking like little boys. Lucas on the set: Okay, now act like Leo! Jake: I can't remember! Lucas: Serge! Pull out the Titanic tape a get and fast-forward to the "the scene!" James van Der Bek and that other dude...Joshua Jackson (he looks like old vader/anakin) would be better then him if you needed teen idols who can act. But I can't picture them as Anakin either. I think we need A) the briliant casting choice no one's thought of, or B) an unknown.
Overreacting is what we do best by Ho-Chunk	May 21st, 1999 07:11:28 AM
As much as we SW geeks think we influence the whole process, GL has the final say. Yes, there would be no prequels if not for our rabid desire for more adventures, but when it comes to making movies, George is in charge. They are HIS movies, and we don't have the right to absolutely DEMAND that he make them in a certain way. However, we do have the right to make suggestions and plead our case because we have the best interest of the SW franchise at heart. Talking about putting a hit out on Leo does NOT help our cause. But I'm all for a website. NO LEO!
Howard Jones? by WalkHome	May 21st, 1999 07:11:31 AM
You gotta question someone's sanity when they admit to having a Howard Jones poster on there wall
If Leo is Anakin then ...erm?? we have a problem. by letseatcheese	May 21st, 1999 07:20:18 AM
Erm....I'm not doubting that Leo is a good actor. He's pretty decent in Backy Diaries, This Boys Life and Gilbert Grape, but Star Wars??? Come on!! We don't a pretty boy, man of the moment in Star Wars!!! And anyway, I think we'd have a few continuity problems if he was, cause if Natalie Portman is going to be in it (i wouldn't know cause I have seen phantom menace) then isn't she like at least a good few years older than Anakin?? or at least it looks like it from the age of Loyd. And Dipantsrio is a good few years older than Portman!!! Erm.....PROBLEM!!! I know he looks like a baby but he still couldn't pass for being younger than Portman. No way!! Just thought I should point out that slight detail!! So unless we want some extreme continuity issues, I don't think Leo is at all right for the part. At this rate It's going to turn out like the "Vacation" movies. Hell, I love them but it's a bit ridiculous!!
another chick flick... by skuzzlebutts	May 21st, 1999 07:23:26 AM
You know what? Half of me would be surprised and the other half wouldn't be if DiCrappio got this part. (My personal goal is to get this part) Thousands of people with talent can fit this part, not only him. If Lucas cast him, he would likely lose a lot of box office score while at the same time gain more females wanting to catch a glimpse of his ugly mug. I would personally boycott such a move by Lucas to have someone who has publically been booed by the SW fans. Shouldn't Darth Vader not only be tall, but have the smallest bit of meat on his bones? Leo's scrawny... Even though he's mostly machine in the trilogy, I don't think they'd make Vader look heavier looking than the way he was. Maybe I'm jealous because he has a shot. I can act better than him! I've got the Anakin look! I'm the right age! C'mon! I want a chance!!! -Brian
Sith Council? Whole report w/ grain of salt by MilSF	May 21st, 1999 07:24:51 AM
SIth Council? HELLOO! Sounds like this guy didn't even see Ep I. "Always two there are, a master and an apprentice, NEVER MORE, NEVER LESS" If this "spy" can't even get this right, he probably came up with all this Leo stuff just to get a rise out of people. Guess what, seems to have worked.
For the love of all that is holy... NOOOOOOOOO! by Calmante	May 21st, 1999 07:25:31 AM
Please. Please no. Not him. By casting Leonardo, you would be alienating the overwhelming majority of Star Wars fans. (S)he is a girl, for Pete's sake! Just because Ep2 has a love story element to it, please don't cast the biggest pussy in the film industry as Anakin! This is Anakin we're talking about... Badass Ani! It's like something out of a bad dream... Leo: "Hey Mr. Jedi, sir, could you please put down your light saber, I might get angry, and cry. Or maybe I'll tremble my upper lip so that I'll look really cute when you're bitch-slapping my sorry Sith-ass." Please no... Hire a relative unknown. The actor who plays Anakin must not have any baggage.
I think I by ESBYoda	May 21st, 1999 07:31:43 AM
Leo? A good actor? C
LEO/REEVES/SUCKY ACTORS DOING GREAT STUFF by DRUMMER	May 21st, 1999 07:32:50 AM
HERE'S A THEROY. KEANU REAVES IS THE WORST ACTOR IN HISTORY. HE BLEW IN JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING HE'S BEEN IN WITH A FEW EXCEPTIONS THAT WERE 'OK' (DEVIL'S ADV., SPEED?) KEANU DOING SHAKESPEAR "WHOA" COME ON. THEN ALL THE SUDDEN WHAT HITS? THE MATRIX. HE KICKED ASS IN THAT FILM, LITERALLY. YOU COULD REALLY TELL HE WAS TRAINED WELL, THE DIRECTION WAS GREAT, HE LOOKED AND ACTED TOUGH AND HE PULLED IT OFF. WHAT I'M SAYING IS, IT JUST WASNT HIM. IT'S THE DIRECTOR TOO. SOME OF THE BEST ACTORS CAN'T CARRY CRAPPY MOVIES, SOME OF THE WORST ACTORS ARE GOOD IN GREAT MOVIES. LEO IS OK, I'VE SEEN HIM DO SOME STUFF THAT WONT MAKE HIM TOO BAD. BUT HE'S DEFINATLY GOING TO NEED THE DIRECTION AND TRAINING TO PULL ANYTHING OFF!!! LEO CAN BE PRETTY EXPRESSIVE WHEN HE WANTS TO. I WANT TO SEE ANAKIN JUST RAGE IN THE NEXT TWO MOVIES, I WANT TO SEE HIM SLIP DOWN THE PIT AND BE THE TRUE BAD ASS THAT VADER SHOULD BE. I THINK LEO 'COULD' DO THAT, HE'S DONE A COUPLE ANGER SCENES WHERE THE VEINS ARE POPPING OUT OF HIS HEAD. BUT IT'S GOING TO TAKE SOME DIRECTION TO GET THE BEST OUT OF HIM. AS FAR AS TRAINING. HEY IF KEANU CAN LEARN KUNG-FU, LEO CAN WEILD A LIGHT SABER. HE'S ALREADY GOT SABER TRAINING FROM IRON MASK RIGHT? THIS WHOLE THING IS PROBALLY CRAP ANYWAYS, BUT IF IT HAPPENS, I COULD PROBALLY LIVE WITH IT. LUCAS WILL HAVE HIS HANDS FULL. BY THE WAY, WHAT'S UP WITH LUCAS'S TIGHT DIRECTION FOR THE FIRST COUPLE LIGHT SABER FIGHTS? ALL THE DROID CHOPPING WAS FILMED SO CLOSE I KEPT SCREAMING 'PAN BACK!!' PROBALLY JUST A WAY OF CUTTING DOWN THE VIOLENCE RIGHT? COULD WE GET LUCKY ENOUGH FOR A DIRECTORS CUT?
Leonardo?? NO!!!!!!!!! by rassendyll	May 21st, 1999 07:35:13 AM

Leo and Ricky by Mr White	May 21st, 1999 07:39:41 AM
Is it just me, or am I the only one who remember hearing Ricky Schroeder rumors in 1983 after ROTJ came out. I distinctly remember hearing prequel rumor of young Rick playing a young Luke and all sorts of bogus crap. Neither of these fools will be in Episode 2. I have a better chance of playing Anakin in the next one. Gimme a fuckin' lightsaber!
LUCAS IS IN HAWAII & OTHER HARD FACTS by rok100	May 21st, 1999 07:44:10 AM
Lucas has long said that he would be on holiday (probably in Hawaii) for the opening of the film, as he did back in '77. He seems big into his karma and superstitions (like with the sandstorm in Tunisia), so I doubt he'd change his mind. That makes it a little difficult for him to have been at a 12.01 showing in Mann's Chinese, with or without Leo. We know how tall Anakin is from the Ewok celebration scene at the end of ROTJ, and it's clearly not nearly as tall as Vader. Episode II takes place 10-12 years after Episode I (confirmed by Lucas and McCallum separately), so Anakin would be 20-22, and Amidala would be 24-26. It's not hard to put a few years on a girl with a bit of makeup, and Leonardo certainly looks as though he could be 20-22, even if he's really 24. (Mark Hamill was 26 when he played Luke at 18-20). As for the Sith Council, Lucas said in an interview published in TIME Magazine that only two Dark Jedi exist at the same time. The article can be found at "http://cgi.pathfinder.com/tim e/magazine/articles/0,3266,232 98,00.html", so the idea of a Sith Council is kind of out the window. In my opinion, Leonardo DiCaprio, for the most part, is a fine actor. He certainly looks like he could be an older Jake Lloyd, and it's pretty hard to say what he'd look like when he hits 50, so comparing him to Sebastian Shaw in anything other than height/build is difficult. Personally, I'd prefer a talented unknown, but if it were to be a known star, I can't think of anyone else more suitable than Leo.
Reality check.. pay to the order of fan boys by Mark13	May 21st, 1999 07:47:33 AM
'scuse me.. pardon me.. 'scuse me.. 1) Leonardo is a girly-man. >ahem< kinda like Mark Hamill? 2) Leonardo "can't act" (debatable, but I'll entertain the notion)... kinda like Mark Hamill? 3) Leonardo isn't in the same physical league as Vader... This one has some merit. For those who say "but Vader was mostly machine! Leo's puny torso could be fit inside that hulking meanace!", I say, look at the Anikan character at the end of Jedi, when he was OUT of the costume. He was a pretty large person. But you know what? I really don't care if they have DiCaprio play Skywalker or not. I went to see Episode I last night with NO PRECONCEIVED NOTIONS and loved it. I think those who were disappointed had drawn up their own mental list of what they thought would happen, and when the Sith Lord had about 6 minutes of screen time total, they were bummed. HA! I was pretty amused that the character whose action figure has been sold out everywhere has turned out to be a rather BIT PLAYER when it comes down to it. It's a star wars film, folks. Nothing more, nothing less. Lucas has done a commendable job in starting the primary trilogy off, and the movie fits with the others in the mythos. Watch the film again in a year or so and you'll see it stands with the rest quite nicely. And as to the acting ability of those cast in Lucas' space opera?? I hate to break it to you, but Lucas' strong point is NOT in directing good performances out of actors. Of everyone in the earlier trilogy, how many had gone one to make a name for themselves outside of the films? Lucas views his actors as he does his special effects-- as objects to be manipulated on screen for emotional effect. Ewan McGregor's talents are squandered on this production-- he COULD have been on herion through the production and it would have made little difference after post-production editing. "no flesh shall be spared"
No Leo! by rassendyll	May 21st, 1999 07:47:43 AM
Leonardi Caprio as Anakin Skywalker?? I hope not. While I will not dispute Harry's assessment of his acting ability, there's still something called range. Henry Fonda and Jimmy Stewart were both fine actors. But could you picture either of them playing say a German? A Jedi knight has to have a hint of toughness. While not a bully, a Jedi must project self-confidence, a quiet self-assurance. He must give the impression he can handle anything. Leonardi DiCaprio is a wimp. Everytime I look at him , I think,"Lunch Money!" (Just so you don't get the wrong impression of me, I've never bullied anyone.) If you found him believeable in 'Titanic' as someone who could live by his wits for four years, you must be a 16 year old girl in heat. Casting Leo as Anakin is like casting John Wayne as a nun....
LEO would be COOOL by mrcat	May 21st, 1999 07:52:47 AM
I hope to god that George Lucas doesn't pander to what you people are panicking about. Leo would be a great choice. Personally I think that the real reason that people have a gripe against him, is that he's sooo good looking. So he may not give an oscar winning performance, but who in star wars does? So he may be a little weedy. He has two years to build up. But put it this way, he is a 20 something year old guy. Like me and many other, we would give our lives to be Anakin Skywalker in episodes II and III. I think you should remember that, and get over your jelousy.
I want Sick Boy! by blix	May 21st, 1999 07:57:40 AM
Hmm..leo. Isa not sure how isa feel about that...he crossed my mind as a possibity and not necessarily a bad one...until i realized what a ridiculous corner lucas has painted himself into in the casting of anakin. First is lucas for the love of god don't pick anyone that can't act his ass off. Second make sure the dude has chemistry with natalie one of the reasons i loathed titanic (aside from the insipid writing,horrible characters, pompous direction) was because kate winslet was horribly miscast. she had zilch chemistry with leo, for gods sake in a fight she could have snapped him like a twig. i really think when he casts this part those are two issues that should absofuckinglutley not be overlooked or compromised in any way. Now comes the part where he's fucked himself..a couple of casting issues which personally i think he could overlook one or the other but not both w/o it ringing false.one is the issue of anakins height/build, i am not saying that because of how tall and beefy vader looked in the originals ...we all know anakin as vader was more machine than man, but i still can't envision anakin as anything other than an imposing physical prescence but i would never say this alone should prevent an actor from getting the role. The second issue is one he could have easily avoided and for some inexplicable reason did not...anakin's age not only the age he must be in the second and third films but that the actor has to look or be 4years younger than natalie portman. Writing in this big of an age difference was colossally wrongheaded whyowhy did he do it? i mean it is just sheer wierdness, as a general rule 'in any universe' women aren't gonna go for a younger guy even if he is the most powerful jedi in the land..i mean who did cherry valance want ponyboy or dallas winston? Part of me does understand why he did this since the starwars movies are soooooo grounded in grail/arthurian mythology i've been thinking about the rift that comes between anakin/obi wan..i mean really what could make anakin turn to the dark side--love gone bad or wrong would explain alot to me. That he will ultimately perceive some betrayl between guinever/lancelot padme/obiwan seems most likely to me...remember in ep 4 obi wan seemed guilt ridden and he lived in a self proclaimed banishment, like lancelot does in the arthur legends. But that is the only story developement that would justify the age difference, that despite thier extraordinary love affair something is just a little off and she becomes drawn to that red hot obi wan who i hear has a really really big lightsaber. Seriously though clearly this age thing is something he is just going to be squiggy with because quite frankly there arent any name actors in hollywood who are that much younger the best he could go for is that the actor look as young as natalie p. Which i think leo man does but this will just tick me off beyond all tick offs since like 5 years ago when they cast romeo/juliet i was dying for a leo/nat pairing he was 19 and she was 14 at the time about as near to the characters true age as could be but they rejected nat as juliet because in the screen test it appeared as if she were tooo young for him like he was molesting her or something now they want me to believe he's younger than her? i don't think so. The only other wiggle room he has is that because of all those concentrated midichlorians anakin physically is super mature for his age but again that would neccesitate that the actor be physically intimadating and leo aint that. While the gorgeous and youngish looking jonny lee miller on the other hand is a strapping hottie that can most certainly act his ass off and i think he would have great chemistry with not only natalie but ewan since their like really good buds. Their real life friendship would add awesome fuel to the fire of any betrayl that occured. i realize he probably has no chance of hell in getting the part (cmon mcgregor put a word in for sick boy) but i can hope. Aside from him i wouldnt hate leo in the role i just think there are still loads of better choices say nick stahl,josh hartnett,brad renfro,christian bale, and don't laugh but that kid lucky from the soap general hospital was damn and i mean damn good in that michelle pfeiffer movie and he actually is younger than natalie. obvioulsy though it's happening if leo wants it if fox wants it and the fans don't hate it or shit even if they do it's clearly in the bag. DAMN BUT I WANT SICK BOY!SICK BOY!SICK BOY!VADER IS NOTHING IF NOT A SICK BOY!
Lovely Leo by FXComposite	May 21st, 1999 07:58:20 AM
Okay... my knee jerk reaction is that Leo bites. He's far too effete and androgynous to play Anakin. And remember, Leo is only good at playing freaks (Gilbert Grape, Basketball Diaries). When he has to play it 'straight' (Titanic)... he's pretty lost. Unless the young Anakin has some emotional problems or some chemical embalance, Leo probably isn't the best choice.
I want Sick Boy! by blix	May 21st, 1999 08:00:28 AM
Hmm..leo. Isa not sure how isa feel about that...he crossed my mind as a possibity and not necessarily a bad one...until i realized what a ridiculous corner lucas has painted himself into in the casting of anakin. First is lucas for the love of god don't pick anyone that can't act his ass off. Second make sure the dude has chemistry with natalie one of the reasons i loathed titanic (aside from the insipid writing,horrible characters, pompous direction) was because kate winslet was horribly miscast. she had zilch chemistry with leo, for gods sake in a fight she could have snapped him like a twig. i really think when he casts this part those are two issues that should absofuckinglutley not be overlooked or compromised in any way. Now comes the part where he's fucked himself..a couple of casting issues which personally i think he could overlook one or the other but not both w/o it ringing false.one is the issue of anakins height/build, i am not saying that because of how tall and beefy vader looked in the originals ...we all know anakin as vader was more machine than man, but i still can't envision anakin as anything other than an imposing physical prescence but i would never say this alone should prevent an actor from getting the role. The second issue is one he could have easily avoided and for some inexplicable reason did not...anakin's age not only the age he must be in the second and third films but that the actor has to look or be 4years younger than natalie portman. Writing in this big of an age difference was colossally wrongheaded whyowhy did he do it? i mean it is just sheer wierdness, as a general rule 'in any universe' women aren't gonna go for a younger guy even if he is the most powerful jedi in the land..i mean who did cherry valance want ponyboy or dallas winston? Part of me does understand why he did this since the starwars movies are soooooo grounded in grail/arthurian mythology i've been thinking about the rift that comes between anakin/obi wan..i mean really what could make anakin turn to the dark side--love gone bad or wrong would explain alot to me. That he will ultimately perceive some betrayl between guinever/lancelot padme/obiwan seems most likely to me...remember in ep 4 obi wan seemed guilt ridden and he lived in a self proclaimed banishment, like lancelot does in the arthur legends. But that is the only story developement that would justify the age difference, that despite thier extraordinary love affair something is just a little off and she becomes drawn to that red hot obi wan who i hear has a really really big lightsaber. Seriously though clearly this age thing is something he is just going to be squiggy with because quite frankly there arent any name actors in hollywood who are that much younger the best he could go for is that the actor look as young as natalie p. Which i think leo man does but this will just tick me off beyond all tick offs since like 5 years ago when they cast romeo/juliet i was dying for a leo/nat pairing he was 19 and she was 14 at the time about as near to the characters true age as could be but they rejected nat as juliet because in the screen test it appeared as if she were tooo young for him like he was molesting her or something now they want me to believe he's younger than her? i don't think so. The only other wiggle room he has is that because of all those concentrated midichlorians anakin physically is super mature for his age but again that would neccesitate that the actor be physically intimadating and leo aint that. While the gorgeous and youngish looking jonny lee miller on the other hand is a strapping hottie that can most certainly act his ass off and i think he would have great chemistry with not only natalie but ewan since their like really good buds. Their real life friendship would add awesome fuel to the fire of any betrayl that occured. i realize he probably has no chance of hell in getting the part (cmon mcgregor put a word in for sick boy) but i can hope. Aside from him i wouldnt hate leo in the role i just think there are still loads of better choices say nick stahl,josh hartnett,brad renfro,christian bale, and don't laugh but that kid lucky from the soap general hospital was damn and i mean damn good in that michelle pfeiffer movie and he actually is younger than natalie. obvioulsy though it's happening if leo wants it if fox wants it and the fans don't hate it or shit even if they do it's clearly in the bag. DAMN BUT I WANT SICK BOY!SICK BOY!SICK BOY!VADER IS NOTHING IF NOT A SICK BOY!
I could see Leo as a Sith Apprentice by MrBeefy	May 21st, 1999 08:03:59 AM
I think it would be disappointing to see Leo carrying out the Anakin role, but I could see him playing out his evilness-and evoking those strong feelings of hatred as Sidious' replacement apprentice...
sorry, no leo by greengirl	May 21st, 1999 08:06:35 AM
don't get me wrong, i like Leo, but he is NOT Anakin/Darth. I personally feel either an unknown, or someone of less wattage to play Darth is required. I think Christian Bale is a good choice, albeit maybe a bit old. But just say no to Leo, Ryan Phillipe, Anyone from Dawson's Creek and Rick Schroeder...those are all people i have heard rumoured, and i think they are all bad choices.
Have faith by Eos	May 21st, 1999 08:11:59 AM
George Lucas may be many things, but he is not a stupid man. Casting Leonardo diCappucino would be a tragedy of Shakespearian proportions. Not to mention a gaffe so huge it could cost him everything he spends on Episode II. Have faith, fellow geeks. If not in Lucas' integrity, at least in his business sense.
Leo shmeo by -Z-	May 21st, 1999 08:24:46 AM
Who cares? Personally I'm pissed I have to wait another 3 years for the next flick. TPM kicked ass in my opinion, and the fact that Lucas isn't already in production on the next one (especially when for the longest time he said he was gonna make 'em back to back) pisses me off. So, bring on leo or whoever, I'll see the movie anyways.
Leo...hm.... by Vin	May 21st, 1999 08:24:46 AM
Well, it seems to me to be a plausible connection. Why not? People are complaining that Leo isn't large enough to play Darth Vader? DARTH VADER IS HALF MACHINE! Likewise, it seems to be a good bet for Lucas to secure his Uber filmmaker status. Why not team the biggest money making star with the biggest money making franchise in the history of film? Could you imagine how many people would go to see this flick? Definitely people who wouldn't normally be interested in Star Wars, thats for sure! Include Jerry Springer and Carmen Elektra on the Jedi council, and you've got everyone by the short and curlys! Seriously, I don't have a problem with Leo. He could always bulk up.
Let me just say by Brimley	May 21st, 1999 08:25:44 AM
That I honestly think Leo is a crappy actor, and I've disliked his work since "Growing Pains". Secondly, I think his casting as Anakin would severly overshadow Episode II, almost to the point to where you can't watch it properly because the whole time your saying to yourself, "fuck, thats Leonardo Di Caprio".
pondering leo by tomato	May 21st, 1999 08:26:23 AM
My first reation was terror and disgust. The boy is dangerous. Lucus, they all sense it, why can't you. But then, I thought...hey, he really does inspire fear, anger, and aggression. Maybe in some twisted way, Leo REALLY IS Vader. He IS our living manifestation of the Dark Side. And what sweeter justice to "The Tiger Beat Set" than to have Mr. Prince Charming turn out to be the most evil man in the known universe? I mean it would be a good object lesson in romantic reality for them. So, I dunno. I really would like to see Ewan kick his ass, too. Sweet justice.
To those pleading for George Lucas to NOT sell out... by Dolfanar	May 21st, 1999 08:28:02 AM
You're about 20 years too late... 'nuff said.
Size does matter by MrFunnyShoes	May 21st, 1999 08:31:30 AM
Leo=Darth? I think not... we're talking about Darth Vader here! C'mon! Rick Schroeder (sp?) does sound like a better force, less of a pretty boy, much stronger in both character and looks. Portman is a VERY strong actress, and I doubt that Leo could handle her. He is a very good actor, I'll give him that, but not for Episode 2. Of course, I would gladly pay to see Ewan Mcgregor kick Leo's butt!!
Darth Romeo? Nay, Palpy Jr. Instead! by GrouchLord	May 21st, 1999 08:37:04 AM
Leo's a good actor. BUT wrong for Anakin, he'd be better as a weasle that causes some dastardly shit, thus Palpatine's surrogate, clone even. Is the Dark Side just two Sith or is it an Inner Circle of Two with lackeys of different levels serving both? CAN anyone imagine Palpatine actually hands on training Maul to kick ANYONE'S ass? I theorize that the Sith has actually been "ruled" by Sidious for centuries by clone heirs, it could happen- cloning is already a viable deal in our "primative" universe. Also, there must be other Dark Side Jedi's, even if there is only one Satan, one Anti-christ. Personally, I wish Lucas would have gotten the ball rolling around 1996 with a prequel just about Jedi and only a slight introduction to Anakin, maybe a baby, at the end. What? Not enough film to make 4 films instead of three? Why shoehorn a story into a format just because of precident.
DiCaprio and fanboy envy by Jimmer72	May 21st, 1999 08:38:47 AM
Why do I get the feeling that most of the posters who are SO dead-set against Leonardo DiCaprio are just a bunch of overweight losers who just hate the fact that L.D. gets little girls panties in a wet little bunch? DiCaprio HAS TALENT folks, and the idea of him as Anakin/Vader is just too perfect. Stop getting in such a huff just because you weren't able to take a date to see TITANIC. How can you not get excited about seeing DiCaprio and McGregor going toe-to-toe? Search your feelings... you know it to be true.
Total recasting by CaptainWow	May 21st, 1999 08:43:25 AM
So, Leo da C, eh? Why don't we just recast the whole sucker...let's say Brad Pitt for Anakin and, oh...yeah Julia Roberts as Amidala. Mebbe we should cast Richard Gere as Anakin instead. Who needs this Mc Gregor guy? Lets use....Mel Gibson as Obi-Wan, yeah that would work great, or mebbe Sly Stallone..."Yo, Yoda!"...
Di Caprio by Gern Blanston	May 21st, 1999 08:44:13 AM
No, no, no, no... Lucas is right. He doesn't hire stars. He makes them. Regardless of how good Di Caprio is, I want someone else. I want an unknown. Somebody taking acting classes right now, blissfully unaware of what's in store for him. Like Hamil... Or Harrison Ford... Somebody with a few acting credits. Somebody my son can think of forever as Anakin Skywalker.
A Let down of LEO Proportions by Rhea-Ban	May 21st, 1999 08:47:27 AM
First of all, I'm wary to believe any of this, because as some of you already pointed out there will not be a Sith Council because THERE ARE ONLY TWO SITH existing at ONE TIME!! How can there be a Council??!! Any one of us could have conjured these rumors after seeing Episode I and quite frankly, some of us could have done a better job. I think it's very doubtful that Leo is going to be our teen-age Anakin...hopefully Lucas will dazzle us all and pull the perfect actor out of obscurity. But, after seeing in Episode I that he's not concerned in the least with his human actors, only in his special effects, it makes me wonder how much attention he'll give to casting. I'm really disillusioned by Episode I, I love the original Trilogy, I was very excited about this release and me and three buddies even camped out to be at the front of the line...but after seeing the film I feel...betrayed. What makes me continually question my own problems with the film is that I see myself saying the same things about this film that people who didn't like the original were probably saying back in '77. Feel free to e-mail me if you have anything to say... brhea@hifigeeks.com Later, B-RHEA www.hifigeeks.com
THIS IS ALL FAKE: AND I CAN PROVE IT! by quentin2	May 21st, 1999 08:57:14 AM
Read the novel. Read the novelization of TPM, plain and simple. "Sith Council" MY ASS!!! George Lucas has said in interview after interview, "There can never be more than two Sith because if there were, they would try to kill each other. This is what caused the first initial extinction of the Sith a thousand years ago." THAT was in the TPM edition of TIME. And if you really want to validate my claims, READ THE FUCKING NOVEL. The founder of the Sith was Darth Bane. Once there were thousands of them, but evil and greed dominated their minds. They were hungry for power. They kiled each other just as much as they killed the Jedi. Eventually, the Sith destroyed themselves. They were thought extinct by all (including the Jedi). But ONE survived. That one took on an apprentice, and when he died, that one took on an apprentice, and etc. etc. This Master-Apprentice relationship lasted for a thousand years. Always there were two. For the Sith knew that if there was ever more two, they would wipe each other out. Now, in TPM the Jedi believe the Sith are extinct, but they're not. The master and apprentice of this era are Darth Sidious and Darth Maul. Of course, Maul dies. And of course, on top of being a Sith, Sidious is also "Senator Palpatine" of Naboo. Now, from that knowledge alone, it should pretty fucking obvious that all this "SITH COUNCIL" bullshit is just that: bullshit. True, there may be another Sith Lord in Episode II, and he would be an apprentice to Darth Sidious, but THERE CANNOT BE MORE THAN TWO!!!!! This also proves something else: Harry's spies ARE BULLSHITERS. The info on a beared Obi-Wan and a bottom-less 3PO has been online for about two weeks now. And this Jedi Costume re-design is PURE BULLSHIT. The traditional Jedi robes as featured in Episode I ARE the Jedi outfit and have been for countless millenia. AND GUESS WHAT GEORGE SAID??? "I wanted the Jedi outfits in this movie to match the Jedi outifts of Obi-Wan and Yoda in the original movies." SO THINK ABOUT IT, SHERLOCK: WHY THE FUCK WOULD THE OUTFITS CHANGE??????? In the Rick McCallum chat, Rick was asked if production had begun on Episode II. He said "A select few have started storyboards and ship and costume designs. George hasn't finished the script and I've only seen a few designs." HARRY, PLEASE DON'T START POSTING STAR WARS BULLSHIT RUMORS AGAIN, LIKE YOU DID IN 1997. IN 1997, HARRY SAID THE FOLLOWING: 1- Liam Neeson's character name is Bosh. (this is bullshit. he was never even called "Bosh" on the set) 2- Remember when Harry recieved an e-mail from George Lucas HIMSELF??? In the letter, George said: "I am aware of the two Dark Lords rumor. This is false. In Episode I, there will be many Dark Lords." BULLSHIT AGAIN. STOP IT HARRY, PLEASE. I'M BEGGING, PLEASE POST VALID RUMORS WHEN THE EPISODE II RUMOR WARS BEGIN.
Bring balance to the Force! by Ratbert	May 21st, 1999 08:58:12 AM
Leo is too big a star for Star Wars - it would topple the whole balance of the thing if he were on board. The next Anakin should be a relative unkown, to level out the cast and character focus. As far as Titanic is concerned, its time the whole film was written off once and for all as CRAP. Script: inept and cliched. Characters: wooden or cartoon. Acting: I feel sorry for the poor souls. Music: misguided and inappropriate. Politics: juvenile and racist. But I still wish Cameron were doing Spider-man!
Sith Council?? Naw... by Atomjack	May 21st, 1999 09:09:56 AM
This doesn't make sense..The novel of Episode 1 talks about how there are only 2 Sith Lords at one time, so there are no power struggles, cos in the past, when there were lots of Sith Lords, they were too busy killing each other off to really be evil..So there's just the Master and the Apprentice..This makes sense, with Sidious/Maul in EP1, and the Emperor/Vader in the original trilogy, plus with Vader telling Luke that together they can overthrow the Emperor, and the Emperor wanting Luke to take Vader's place. Just my thoughts..
Man, you guys are hateful by WizardX	May 21st, 1999 09:46:32 AM
Just take a step back and think about this one for a second. First off, Leo DOES look a whole lot like Jake Lloyd. (in fact, after seeing TPM for the first time, I was mentally running through actors who might be a "bigger" Annie, and Leo was the first one that came to mind) Secondly, you're complaining about his height... Sebastian Shaw is more than a foot shorter than David Prowse. Maybe Leo COULD bulk up for the role a bit. People have done that before. Leo can also somewhat match Jake's performance. (which was NOT that bad... You'd have to have that kind of shameless enthusiasm to make the lines work) I was thinking of his line in Titanic about "The water was SO cold that it felt like a MILLION knives stabbing all OVER your body..." And finally, you HAVE to have someone who looks young. Portman can still pass for a pre-teen (did you see her with a ball cap on E.T.?) without much trouble. And now Lucas is going have to somehow age her about 10 years. Almost any male lead you picked who was in reality younger than Portman would still look older than her. Personally, I expect this is a bogus rumor myself. It seems too "tailored." However, just as a hypothetical exercise, I'd say Leo would be a pretty good choice in the end.
leonardo decaprion??what in tarnations is a leonardo decaprio??? by rat	May 21st, 1999 09:48:35 AM
huh? leonardo decaprion??what in tarnations is a leonardo decaprio?????
The Leo Debate by sith lord	May 21st, 1999 09:52:06 AM

Leo in Star Wars by noahg	May 21st, 1999 09:56:19 AM
I like Leo. He's a good actor. He was miscast in Titanic, and since that's his big movie, a lot of people think he sucks. He doesn't. In fact, he and Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman are all incredible actors. Imagine the possibilities of a movie containing all three of them. But such a movie would need a good script, and that is something George Lucas has proven with Episode I that he cannot provide. Leo could portray the nice guy Anakin while at the same time giving us clues as to the conflict within between good and evil. He would be interesting, and as someone else said, it would be a lot of fun to see him go up against Ewan McGregor. And to those of you who don't think he's buff enough, he's got at least a year before it starts filming, probably. He's got time to get in shape. Take some Weight Gain 4000, get on a stairmaster. He'll be a Jedi in no time....
Leo WAS booed at Mann's Chinese--BAD by Soggy	May 21st, 1999 09:56:20 AM
I was there--Leo was booed horribly, BUT 1) if anyone had known he was there, they would have cheered, and 2) they booed EVERY TRAILER, even Adam Sandler, and half the crowd was laughing at the booers--I hope Leo didn't take it personally! I, for one, think Leo would be perfect--given a choice between Leo and Jar Jar, I'll take Leo any day.
Casting Anakin by cysurf	May 21st, 1999 09:59:27 AM
Hmmmm....Leo. I don't know what to think of that. I think he's a great actor and he looks the part. The down side of this casting choice would be the focus of Episode II would be a big LEo-Mania epic instead of the next installment of the greatest films ever made. I have noticed an actor who is not known who would make an great Anakin. I saw The Deep End of the Ocean a few months back and the young guy who played Michelle Phieffer's oldest son would be perfect. His name is Jonathon Jackson(no not the guy from Dawson's Creek). He looks the part. He also was a good actor and had a hint of anger in him in TDEOTO that would be inside anakin too. I think he's on a soap opera right now too. I'm not sure. He looks around 18, I'm not sure if thats too young for the role or not. The movie is due out of video soon, check it out and voice your opinion. Oh and I hope Ewan doesnt grow a beard already, he looks so cool in EP1!!! See ya
Noooooooo !!!!!!!! by Niles	May 21st, 1999 10:01:44 AM
Oh my God, I really hope George Lucas has not lost his mind. Even considering Leo is unthinkable. He just would not 'gel' as a Jedi, let alone Anakin in a million years. He is just not the right sort of character. Just try and imagine him in a light sabre battle such as that in the end of TPM. I can't, and I'm sure you can't. We need someone who at least resembles the build of Darth Vader, forget all the implants and rebuilding bullshit, Anakin would had to have been a similar build beforehand, unless they cut off his head and stuck it on a new body ! Can you imagine Leo as someone who would turn to great evil and choke people at the slightest whim ? The Force would certainly not be strong with this one !
The Leo Debate by sith lord	May 21st, 1999 10:03:36 AM
Your all presuming that Vader was this massive, muscle bound guy under the suit. For all you know, he could have been a skinny assed runt using the force and the robotics of the suit to give him his stength. I think Leo would make a good Anakin, I'm not a great fan of his, but you will need one hell of an actor to show Anakin's demise into the darkside and one thing Leo is, is a damm fine actor. I also think its pretty damm sad that some of you are willing to disown Starwars if Leo joins the cast. Anyway, we'll wait and see! Also, Darth Maul back in episode 2 with a prototype of Vaders suit, I can only dream, or can I!!!!!!
He should have used that line in his movie by The Mad Hatter	May 21st, 1999 10:03:44 AM
"I don't hire stars, I make them", so says George Lucas! This is the funniest line of dialogue you will ever hear, and a pretty good indicator of this man's arrogance... Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher haven't starred in anything worth mentioning since the SW trilogy. And Harrison Ford WOULD have become a first-rate actor WITHOUT Lucas. No actor NEEDS Lucas. In fact you're better off staying well clear of him. He doesn't give a damn about actors, only cartoon characters. Jar-Jar Binks was more important to Lucas than any other "person" in TPM. I don't think Lucas cares for "real" people very much, as long as their likeness can easily be copied to make a doll. No matter what anyone says, "Star Wars" SHOULD make you feel involved with the characters through the use of good dialogue and likeable heroes. TPM had neither. I had no interest whatsoever in the fate of these people. If they had ALL died at the end, I wouldn't have cared in the slightest. This was a pathetic movie, pure and simple. And the way you guys constantly rave about it is sad to say the least... Your brainwashing by Lucas has been so well achieved, that most of you don't even realize you're a victim! A perfect example of modern day propaganda and mind-control techniques. Your brains are no longer capable of free-will, they are controlled by Lucas and his thought police!
Episode 2, older Anakin by qwak	May 21st, 1999 03:46:52 PM
In an interview, Natalie Portman made a good point about all these Anakin rumors, all the actors are older than her, Anakin is younger than Amidila. They're gonna have a hard enough time making her look older with out worrying about her co star looking younger. The reason Leo was there? Maybe he was viewing the movie. I am sorry for all spelling mistakes.
The rumor is FALSE by CMC	May 21st, 1999 03:59:30 PM
It is well known that Lucas and family were not in the country on the opening of EP1 on Wed. He goes to some island (maybe Hawaii?) with family and friends before any of the Star Wars film open. This is a tradition he continued this year, therefore it would have been impossible for him to have been in Hawaii on Wed. and at Mann's Chinese at the same time. The rumor creator obviously didnt know this. Also didnt know about the "only 2 sith lords at once" deal, therefore how could there be a sith counsel? Its not true, relax, have fun with it.
o ye nominal Star Wars fans by mnash408	May 21st, 1999 04:04:02 PM
It's amazing to read these comments of people proclaiming to be Star Wars fans and yet at the same time, say they will not even see Episode II because of one actor. Given, it is probably the most important cast ever in the movie industry, but shouldn't we trust Lucas' judgement? He hasn't let us down yet. Leo is a fantastic actor - he has been in roles that SW fans aren't inclined to like - but give him a chance. Also, imagine the widespread appeal with Dicaprio.
God NO!!! Anything but Leo! by Daphnae	May 21st, 1999 04:04:28 PM
Please say you're kidding. At one time Leo might have been able to act but now he's a living, breathing example of the Peter Principle "People rise to the level of their incompetence". The only part of Titanic he "nailed" was as the frozen corpse. And Man In the Iron Mask? Pathetic. Granted Jake LLoyd was rather wooden (as critics claimed) in his performance...but casting Leo as an older version would only compound the error.
SETH GREEN = ANAKIN by kobayashi	May 21st, 1999 04:07:31 PM
I hereby volunteer my services to create a professional NOLEO.COM web site.
The reason behind all this, and it makes CENTS by Funmazer	May 21st, 1999 04:09:14 PM
Jake Lylod was terrible. TERRRIBLE! Not as bad as Jar Jar, but still really bad. I won't start again on how bad EP1 was again! Anyway, while I was watching that.... um.... film I was wondering "How is Lucas going to pull of EP2 if it's supposed to be a romance? If he can't even flesh out these characters, how's he even gonna come CLOSE to having people fall in love?" Then of course, I thought of Titanic. What a great movie. Why did it work so well? Because the movie took the time (read: didn't jump around constantly like EP1) to let us fall in love ALONG WITH the characters, so, at the end, when things happen to them, it affects US as well. That's why it worked. Well, that and it had a director who put characters and storytelling before special effects. Notice I said story-TELLING. Just because EP1 had a complex 'plot' that didn't make it a good plot. Watching EP4 the other day, I realized something it did that Titanic did also. It had a scene where they explained to the pilots/audience exactly what needed to be done to destroy the Death Star, and how to do it. Same as how Titanic explains how it sank so the audience always has a grasp of what's going on. Whereas in EP1 aside from a few brief 'briefings' it wasn't quite clear WHAT the people were trying to do. I mean, what the HELL was going on in space? When Anakin flies his ship up there? Gosh, it was SOOO much better in EP1 when the pilots talked as they approached the Death Star... They took the time to set everything up. Anyway, Lucas probably thinks that by plugging the same actor into a ROMANCE movie, he'll get the same results. Oh god. What's with this "I make stars" line? StarS?? As in PLURAL??? Um... I count ONE. Sure, maybe the biggest star ever, but still ONE! I'll have to stop by the Salvation Army and catch Mark Hamill to get his opinion... Anyway, at least Lucas is looking into GOOD actors this time. Am I the only one who thought the good actors were wasted in EP1, and the really bad ones were used 10 times as much?
Leo is WRONG by DarthEric	May 21st, 1999 04:10:25 PM
Leo is totally wrong for the part. I dont care how good an actor he is, whatever, he is wrong. Didnt you see the pictures of him with he shirt off while making the beach? Piles of biscuit dough have more definition. Jedi are supposed to be of superious athletic ability as well as mental capacity. Leo is simply to "girly" for the role. Besides, who decided he was a great actor. I have never once enjoyed anything he has done, not even Growing Pains. He would be terrible for the role, and I would probably commit hari kari if he was chosen, die a honorable jedi-bendu death before watching him destroy Star Wars...
Not a bad idea by Tiger Ninestein	May 21st, 1999 04:12:40 PM
While this rumour's probably a big old pile of tosh I think it could work. I'd prefer DiCaprio to that cock-smoking nancy boy from Dawsons Creek or whatever the fuck it is. And think of the money the movie would make! Star Wars geeks AND Leo froth girls all in the same theatre. Boy, that conjures up all kinds of pictures. Imagine the fights at the box office to get tickets. Like I say, a big old pile of tosh.
A Message to Harry... by kobayashi	May 21st, 1999 04:18:35 PM
This rumor really, really bugs me... It is so utterly completely UNTRUE! Harry, you are on the list of the top 100 most powerful people in Hollywood. Whether you like it or not, you now have a responsibility and obligation to your readers. To post information like this you undermine your credibility. Just like the Jim Carrey "Spider Man" info... you post it just to get a rise out of us. This is not news, its a tabloid.
Trust in Lucas! by Oscar	May 21st, 1999 04:33:52 PM
Why can't you all just calm down and trust Lucas? Star Wars is HIS creation, his vision. He has a picture in his mind of the entire Star Wars galaxy and it's evolution. He will put it all together perfectly. Go see "The Phantom Menace" again and just wait a couple of years and see what happens. You can't affect George's decisions anyway. Rick Schroeder would be damn good though.
enough already by jerebo	May 21st, 1999 04:52:26 PM
I read an interview with Kevin Kline recently, and he said the Internet is ruining cinema today. Enough with this Leo hoopla. He's a great actor, nuff said. As per folks booing Leo in the trailer at the Mann's Chinese... I went to a 1:45 am show. They booed everything but Chow Yuen Fat in the Anna and I trailer. I want to see The Beach, and I was pissed that I couldn't see the trailer. Lucas should get Kasdan to write part 2. David Fincher should direct Episode 3, since it's the darkest one in the trilogy. Or how 'bout Woody Allen? Imagine those opening titles... instead of the scroll, there'd be old jazz with the white titles on black screen. Time to get on with our lives people. Back to reality. It's only a movie. peace
PLEASE NOT DECAPRIO...NO...NO...NO. Why not an unknown?! by gsolo	May 21st, 1999 04:57:01 PM
I am so very tired of DeCaprio. There are so many cool unknowns out there. I think Jar Jar Binks is sooooo awful and embarracing. So is Boss Nass although he has a cool name. And the pod race commentators are stupid, stupid, stupid. You know what else? I really like STAR WARS EPISODE 1. A lot. I saw it twice and it made me very happy especially the second time around. Everything else about the film is awesome. G
on second thought... by dagger	May 21st, 1999 04:59:31 PM
Come to think of it, you know guys, this whole debate sounds awfully similar tto the whole Tom Cruise / Lestat thing that happened back when Interview with the Vampire was cast. I, like most, thought it would be a disastrous choice, and I was forced iin the end to concede that Tom had really pulled it off spectacularly after all. So maybe, IF this rumor proves true, we should possibly trust the director and the man who brought us this saga in the first place, and let HIM make the choice as to who is to portray HIS most important character. Lucas is going to do what he wants to anyways, and even if Leonardo is beiing considered for the part, that doesn't mean he will get it. If he does, then perhaps we should reserve judgement until we've actually seen him in the role. At any rate, it's a long ways away right now, so let's just chill for now and be patient, and not loose faith on the basis of rumor and speculation.
Trust Lucas? by sws	May 21st, 1999 05:13:06 PM
Trust Lucas? He created Jar Jar Binks. I hardly think he's of trusting nature anymore. I still stand firm that the Special Editions were bastardized due to certain inserts (Greedo First Shot, Luke Scream, etc, as all of you know already). TPM was alright, I'll see it again, but I thought it had way too much room for improvement. The main acting was good, the extras and minor character acting was horrible. And despite what everyone is saying, Star Wars is not just for kids. I think Lucas snubbed his entire fanbase by creating a movie with way too much kid elements. Look at the original Star Wars. It had a plethora of mature themes and some creative comic relief. Who was attracted to the film in 1977? Everyone and their mother. If this rumour were true about Leo then all I can say is Lucas has taken a downward spiral in his respect from the Star Wars community. Case closed.
Leo by Sarc`	May 21st, 1999 05:23:56 PM

Leo by Sarc`	May 21st, 1999 05:26:32 PM
Oops, accidentally hit enter. Anyway, I don't think leo would be a terrible choice, he would be right in line with jarjar, jar jar hooks the infants into the movies, then leo hooks the girls in, natalie brings in the teenage boys and old guys, lucas is just covering all of his bases. But, leo has the acting ability of a walnut, so he's out, get somebody new and fresh to play him, not somebody that's only ability is the ability to be extremely effeminate. We need a jedi, not a little sissy.
Anakin Skywalker by Jedi Preacher	May 21st, 1999 05:27:29 PM
Personally, I think Brendan Frasier should play Anakin. One He's tall, much taller than Leo, almost as tall as David Prose (the man behind the mask. Two, he can do action sequences, see Encino Man, George of the Jungle and the upcoming "Doodly Doright." three he can act. He's really good in Gods And Monsters. Four, Lucas doesn'tlike casting stars and Frasier is around the same level of stardom as Ewan was before he became Obi-Wan. Brendan Frasier is the perfect guy to play Anakin
HELL NO Read My POST by Simon Templar	May 21st, 1999 05:29:54 PM
That Would make the movie shit, there IS no way in hell, that a little pussy like him could ever even comeclose to Playing A JEDI KNIGHT. Shit what is he about 5 foot five wighs about 110 pounds. Plus he Does not even come close to looking anything like Anikin at all. Personally I'd rather see Nataile Portman pulling another double roll and playing Anikin. Actually the best would be for me to get cast. Belive it or not I look Very similary To Jake Loyd VERY SIMILAR
Go Make Your Own Film by Scott-Sahn	May 21st, 1999 05:35:48 PM
I agree with funmazer. Jake Lloyd, God bless the little guy, wasn`t very good. I tried to find a worthy performance somewhere in his acting and their are a few moments. I saw his audition scene with Natalie Portman on the Star Wars site`s videodoc series and he wasn`t very good their either. But I`ll be fair. An actor or actress is as good as the director. It`s the director who finds that performance in their star. Do you think John Travolta or Sam Jackson would of given the performances they gave without the direction of Quentin? George Lucas hasn`t directed a movie in twenty years and it shows. He`s missing close-ups where close-ups should be. A good close-up in the context of a dramatic scene can speak a thousands words of dialogue if used correctly. This is just a small detail in what I saw missing from Episode 1. I liked the film but it had problems with character development and emotional foundation but I won`t get into that. All the reviews I`ve read here all make valid points for better or worse. I liked Titanic and their were moments in it that I thought were not well acted. But I`ve seen Leo in A Boy`s Life and he was intense in it. Like Yoda says, Size matters not. Hey, if Leo is Anakin except it and move on. Personally, I haven`t seen an actor who strikes me as someone to fill that role. But I`m not writing the script either. It scares me to think of Lucas writing a love story. Remember the scene in ROTJ with Leia and Luke on the balcony in the Ewok Village. Awful. Awful. If Leo is cast I hope he does give Lucas some grief and challenge Lucas to actually direct a performance out of him. But who knows. All I know for sure is that I`m gonna try not to pay attention to Episode 2 hype the way I did Episode 1. I`ve got my own film to make.
Perfect Choice by SegueZagnut	May 21st, 1999 05:37:43 PM
Leo is a perfect choice. He looks like Jake's older brother and he's a very good actor. Jealousy that teenage girls love him and that Titanic currently is #1 drives the anti-Leo mantra. Maybe when SW1 passes Titanic at the box office, people can calm down.
2 things by justice313	May 21st, 1999 05:40:25 PM
First all you morons who cry saying "Lucas is killing star wars " let me inform you that LUCAS IS STAR WARS, HE CAME UP WITH THE DAMN IDEA AND PUT IN ON THE SCREEN. I'm not just ass kissing I'm stating a fact. If he wants to make Yoda sing and dance with Obi-wan he can. If you don't like it stay home and jerk off to your posters of Boba-Fett and Darth Maul. Second as long as we are talking about good Anakin's I am watching Starship Troopers on cable right now and think that Casper Van-Dean would be perfect. I have a feeling that episode 2 is gonna have a militaristic feel to it. I don't know, Lucas will probably pick an unknown, but besides SST. and that Tarzan movie that no one saw, I think that the only other thing I've ever seen him in was Wing Commander IV.Oh well just my thoughts.
I ALSO WANT SICK BOY! by Movie Expert!	May 21st, 1999 05:52:36 PM
I agree with BLIX!!! It never struck me... but the actor who played SICK BOY in "Trainspotting" is AWESOME and would be perfect for the role of Anakin! Now I haven't even seen the movie yet, so I don't know what, if any, kind of accent little Jake has... But Johnnie Lee Miller (I'm embarrassed to admit I'm really no expert at movies, despite my name!) .. if thats his name.. what absolutely GREAT.. He was the best thing about Trainspotting (better than McGregor, in my opinion), and that is saying a lot! Come on, skip DiCap and Schroeder.. put someone with even greater talent.. He is built enough, and he can act like nobody's business. It MUST BE DONE. THE FORCE WILL BE WITH SICK BOY.. ALWAYS
Scott Bairstow by Darth Fett	May 21st, 1999 06:03:02 PM
Scott Bairstow would be the perfect Anakin. He doesn't look like Sebastian Shaw but he definately looks like an older Jake Lloyd. I hope you guys know who he is.
Say it ain't so.... by vaderglow	May 21st, 1999 06:12:12 PM
This RUMOR has really brought me down as a Star Wars fan looking forward to Episode II. To me, making leo play Anakin is like haveing leonard nemoy play Obi-Wan Kenobi. And the fruit getting Portman? It's just not right!!! leo is an equivalent to a trekkie in my mind, I never did like him even in his pre-titanic dayz...
Is th corpse of THE PHANTOM MENACE cold yet? by ZeroCool	May 21st, 1999 06:26:49 PM
I hadn't noticed. Apparently you did, Harry, but then again you would know better than I wouldn't you, considering that maybe, one would think that with the overall recognition that EPISODE ONE would've been better knowing nothing going in, that you would recognize that. All of your so-called 'restraint' over the script you had was totally bullshit. It was nothing except an attention getter and now you're doing the same thing all over again, only this time you've got two years to milk it. Lovely. I have a novel idea. Why don't we all try and leave this one alone for a while, wonder a bit and maybe all those morons who are so intent on opening their presents while they're still in Father George's closet will learn the real meaning of SURPRISE! I could care less what you do to other films, but this is STAR WARS! Have a little respect.
The (vocal) Minority who hate Star Wars by CRAZ4MOOVZ	May 21st, 1999 06:36:07 PM
You people refuse to like it because it wasnt what you wanted it to be. It was made for the kids. The acting and character development was barely started in this movie, the first of three movies by the way. The acting and dialouge were not classic in the first movie. So why did you see the movie if you wanted to see acting and character development? I mean come on!!! Now go to your book review and essay session at Barnes and Noble. And don't forget about your film study at Harvard this weekend. The top 10 reasons why La Sha Vone is the greatest movie of all time is on Bravo channel next week. If you can't lose yourself in a movie that is basically an extended Saturday morning serial, and view it for the fun, escapist entertainment that it is, something is wrong with you. And Jake Lloyd is only 10!! I bet none of you were any great actors when you were 10!!
Anakin casting for Ep.2 by Double-Tap	May 21st, 1999 06:39:26 PM
I've just been to the force.net site and they've had an interesting idea......Ray Park as Anakin! Why the hell not!!!!
Dead Jedi's by anakin vader	May 21st, 1999 06:44:57 PM
I have a question that's a little off the subject. Being a big fan of Star Wars I probably should know this but here goes. In Star Wars when Obi Wan is struck down by Vader his body disappears. When Yoda dies, his body does the same(see where this is going?). But when Darth Vader and Qui Gon die. Their bodies do not fade away(although at the end of ROTJ you see a grown up Anakin standing next to Obi Wan and Yoda). Just an observation on my part. Why is that? DOOMZDAY
DiCaprio??? Darth Vader?? Yeah, right. . . by jawsteeler	May 21st, 1999 06:57:42 PM
I'm sorry, but little Nancy-boy, whore-chasing needs-to-be-smacked-in-his-pre tty-boy-face DiCaprio WILL NOT be Darth Vadar, folks. Jar Jar Binks was Uncle George's one complete screw-up of his life - and he's allowed ONE. Casting girly-man piss-ant Leo would be a mistake of a proportion that Lucas is incapable of. My vote for Anakin in Episode 2. Bleach his hair blonde and give EDWARD NORTON a lightsaber, Georgie. . .
No, George, NOOOOOO!!!!!! by Boshek	May 21st, 1999 06:57:47 PM
Okay, first of all, the fact that most Star Wars fans hate Leonardo Di Crappio has nothing to do with Titantic. It has everything to do with the fact that he is a pretty boy actor "superstar" who has no real substance. He may be a good actor, but he really has no place in any Star Wars movie...except as perhaps Bantha poodoo. Please Mr. Lucas if you listen to just one thing that your fans tell you, let it be this....Don't hire LEOOOOOOO!!!!!
A Non-jealous male opinion by Ogami Itto	May 21st, 1999 06:58:47 PM
First off, I think that alot of people are jealous of how the teeny-boppers drool over Leonardo Dicaprio (I refuse to use the cute little nickname "Leo"). But I do not think he is a "good" actor, persay. I think he is adequate. Not to be sexist, but alot of females like certain music, movies, etc. only because the actor or singer is "cute". How else do you account for the Backstreet Boys' success? Raw talent? (excuse me while I wet myself from laughing). Leonardo Dicaprio and Brad Pitt are part of the same phenomenon of being considered good actors because they're good looking. I don't think guys think the same way, at least I don't. Jennifer Lopez is great to look at but can't act for shit. I hate to break this to you, but ugly people can act too! So is he a great actor? Hell no! Edward Norton, Gary Oldman, and a select few more are the only "great" actors working today. Is he a good actor? That's a matter of opinion (and the gender of the person with the opinion)
Midi-Chlorians / Di Caprio by ChocInsane	May 21st, 1999 07:16:21 PM
First Off - ILOVED TPM. My only complaint was the whole midi-chlorians thing. In ESB Yoda goes on a spiel to Luke about how the force is in everything, including ROCKS! Now in TPM we are told it is in living cells. Hold on a minute... rocks, living cells... kinda different, right? Another point.. Yoda and Ben 'evaporate' into thin air when they die - sort of a gift of the force thing, but how is that possible is this force is linked with germs which I assume do not journey to the hereafter along with the symbiont. As far as the whole Di Caprio as Anakin issue goes - Di Caprio is a fine actor BUT he is a 'pretty-boy' plain and simple. There are enought 'chic' movies out there already, don't let them have Star Wars too.
Natalie Portman by Hope	May 21st, 1999 07:22:23 PM
I have to say that even though I thought Natalie Portman did a wonderful job in "The Phantom Menace" I would much rather see a more mature woman play the role of the queen in the next two prequels. I just don't see her as being able to play 24-26, not now and not in 2 years.
Look at the bright side.... by Trekkie	May 21st, 1999 07:31:25 PM
...we all know that Darth Vader Dies, so in a way, we can watch ROJ now and watch Leo die over...and over...and over....mwahhahahaha
LeoNARDo... by dmodog	May 21st, 1999 07:36:12 PM
Leonardo DiCaprio is not that great of an actor. He was only good in Gilbert Grape. All his other roles? He just plays himself. Some cute little bitch. He will totally ruin the movie if he's in Episode 2. George, if you are reading this, DO NOT CAST THIS LITTLE GIRL. Infact, don't put this... lady man in the film at all. It will ruin the movie for alot of people.
Does anybody read this far into the thread? by Ex-Lurker	May 21st, 1999 07:38:32 PM
If so, I would simply express my amazement that no one has observed that DiCaprio is the embodiment of the Dark Side. Whether this makes him the perfect casting choice or the worst, I have yet to decide.
The Midichlorians and why I love them and think the rest of you by ZeroCool	May 21st, 1999 07:42:37 PM
At no point during THE PHANTOM MENACE did George Lucas point to the Midichlorians and say, "THEY ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FORCE!" Never! So, I have thought this over and it seems pretty obvious to me and a few others that the Midichlorians represent the most significant addition to the STAR WARS mythology. What is everyone's main complaint about religion? Don't get into the issues, just try to remember why doubt was originally cast. THERE IS NO PROOF! Another question: WHAT CAUSES LIFE? No one knows, no one knows what causes life to start, that spark that infuses your body with the ability to become a human soul, in fact LIFE! (Oh, and this theory isn't just mine, I've formulated it with others, and we share.) So no one knows for sure whether or not there is in fact a GOD and no one knows what causes life. Some say it's a soul, Some say it's electrical impulses, others have stranger ideas. But, in the STAR WARS UNIVERSE what Lucas has done is simply added a go-between, between humans and the Force. Midichlorians are in everyone, more so in some, but they are in everyone. THEY ARE VERIFIABLE PROOF THAT THE FORCE DOES EXIST! I love this idea. It removes the doubt and the suspicion and gives a valid argument for an unseen Force to become what it has. The Midichlorians infuse the cells with the Force and allow Life to begin. (This also explains with satisfaction Anakin's Immaculate Conception.) It explains Life and removes doubt from believing in the bare existence of the Force. That's all it is, PROOF! I think that George (and he has said things like this before.) is dissatisfied with our religions. I think like me he would like a little proof. I think we could all use a few Midichlorians to speak to the Force (GOD) for us. Because it seems too many of us have forgotten that and allowed themselves to become vicious cynics with no love of film, just a solid desire to hate everything just because they can. Just because, it's easier than taking the time to explain why you like something. It's easier to hate something and then write funny little reviews, because explaining how bad something is easy (I think many of you can ask your parents about that.) but, explaining how much you love something is very, very hard. That's why I think the Midichlorians are a great addition to the STAR WARS mythology. They offer proof to all those with doubt and I think that's why everyone hates them, it cuts down the question and provides an answer. No religion on Earth will ever allow or accept that ever happening. In my opinion, this is what Lucas was saying.
Why not Leo? by Bully	May 21st, 1999 07:44:32 PM
Would you all rather have Arnold Schwar_and_whatever? Granted, The best scene in TITANIC was when Leo sunk to the bottom,But, Leo would be a perfect choice for Vader. Physical size doesn't matter to Vader, He has the force!
Leo??? Anakin??? No way. I would be better. by Jonas	May 21st, 1999 07:45:45 PM
I'll be the first to admit that im not as good looking as Leo but I sure could play a better Anakin Skywalker. I have loved Star Wars and I know the movies and lore like the back of my hand. I would make the best Anakin. I am the right age and have the right colored hair. Its just too bad that I don't have any hook ups with George Lucas or you would see me up on the movie screen.
Anti-Leo by Quint	May 21st, 1999 07:58:19 PM
Methinks all those that hate Leonardo DiCaprio hate what his pre-teen girl fans made him to be. They hate the hype. I mean, saying Leo sucks as an actor is just plain wrong. You may have not liked Titanic, but he proven more than once that he can act in the films mentioned numerous times above (Diaries, Boy's Life, Gilbert Grape, etc.) And let's not forget my personal favorite DiCaprio movie, Critters 3! -Q
Leo, oh Leo, how art thou worthy? by Absolut	May 21st, 1999 08:11:47 PM
He is a great actor, but the hype has severely diminished his credibility. I thought, though, that he has decided to shun the big-budget pic and do indies? I think his presence would be distracting, but, to tell you the truth, TPM wasn't -- dare I say it?--all it was cracked up to be anyway. No humanity! It does seem like Lucas is selling out -- big shocker. As far as I'm convinced, the world is ending anyway -- they gave Gwyneth Paltrow an Oscar. Brace for the Armageddon.
Don't second guess someone who has actually DONE SOMETHING!! by Ogami Itto	May 21st, 1999 08:17:46 PM
Although I believe Dicaprio is an odd choice (If it is true, some people have accepted it to be gospel already), who am I, and who are all of you to second guess the person that is actually MAKING the movie? Aren't we all jumping the gun a little bit? When I've actually made a movie, maybe then I'll have room to criticize and nitpick, but until then I'll watch from the outside and shut my yap. Too bad I'm the only one who will do this.
Another one not so sure of Midi-Chlorians by Clandestine	May 21st, 1999 08:26:49 PM
As someone previously stated, this is a little off topic but it has been raised (and despite the animosity I think I'm gonna generate from immature F-wads who can't handle people voicing their opinions): I must agree that I'm not entirely comfortable with the idea of midi-chlorians. On the whole TPM was a great movie, the Best of the series in my opinion, but I was left kinda stunned by the whole Blood test thing. Sure it 'explains' a lot but it also just seems to be saying that Yoda is so in tune with the force not because of any personal qualities or spiritual orientation to speak of, but rather because he has a higher count of a certain micro-organism in his cells. I dunno, it just doesn't rub right. So Yoda himself, as with the other jedis, cannot make contact with the force on their own BUT with the help of micro-organisms they can. The big humpty dumpty guy, Quadinaros, who stalls in the pod-race is killing me though - I SWEAR I've seen that face before. Please somebody tell me where! Oh and Di Caprio - bite me. He would suck as Anakin.
Fan insecurity by Vaderbait	May 21st, 1999 08:31:29 PM
Those fans who take insecurities out on Titanic and Leo are troubled individuals. If you hate Titanic, hate it for the right reasons such as that it is a trite piece of film with infantile scriptwork/dialogue, undeveloped characters and predictable storyline.
Leo isn't all Bad by Jam234	May 21st, 1999 08:39:02 PM
Leo could work out. If you really think about it. I liked his work before "the boat" movie. If you go back and look at the earler work you can see. He could play a killer with a baby face. That is what Anakin will have to be. What makes the fall from grace all that more meaningful. Just my 2 cents
Clone Wars question... by Calufrax	May 21st, 1999 08:40:27 PM
Remember in PHANTOM MENACE, Jinn told Amidala that he could "only protect her, not fight a war for her." Well, in STAR WARS, Leia tells Kenobi that her father "fought with him in the Clone Wars." Is PHANTOM's statement a clue to the Wars, that somehow the Jedi get pulled into the War by the Republic? Maybe someone tries to clone a "master race" with midi-chlorians far beyond those of the normal Jedi. That would explain why Lucas chose to reveal that THEY are the true source of the Force. So, the Jedi get pulled into the War, and Kenobi gets a commission as General from Bail Organa. That would explain alot.
Leo can't do it by Vaclav Varada	May 21st, 1999 08:40:55 PM
So what if Leonardo DiCaprio can act. Even the best actors are limited as to what roles they can take. Anakin has to be an amazing hero and later a fierce killer. He can't pull off either role. Edward Norton would be a thousand times better. He's proven that he can be a total badass on more than one occasion. At the same time, he can be very likable on screen. Not to mention the fact that he's ripped. He's a better actor and someone that the entire audience would enjoy. P.S. TPM ruled even if it had a few more jokes than the originals and not all of them worked. P.P.S. Thanks to Gorgar for pointing out that the MidiChlorians do not, in fact, ruin the force but only explain how some people are stronger than others. Doesn't it make sense that one's force strength be biological since it runs through families? I get the feeling that some people were too busy complaining about Jar Jar to pay attention to the important stuff.
infantile scriptwork by ChocInsane	May 21st, 1999 08:41:49 PM
LOL - Vaderbait, you're just beggin for a reply infantile scriptwork/dialogue, undeveloped characters and predictable storyline is TPM to a tee - BUT, TPM was written for the 10 year old in all of us and I walked out of the movie feelin' 10 years old (I'm 28) and it felt fuckin great to be alive. Thank you GL! Titanic just left me feeling bored.
For the LAST time: GEORGE LUCAS DID NOT, I REPEAT, DID NOT C by Dolfanar	May 21st, 1999 08:42:14 PM
In fact the best so far, was the one he had the LEAST influence on. He has had carte blanche since RotJ, and has been pissing on it for so long, that the card is turning a permanent yellow. He may have stolen the idea, but he is NOT the one to run with it.
LEO NO by hseldon77	May 21st, 1999 08:50:38 PM
they booed at leo at the mann's village theater too. I can say I liked TPM, but leo as vader in waiting, no I cant see that
TPM & Leonardo by Mage	May 21st, 1999 08:51:03 PM
I agree with pretty much everything The Mad Hatter said a few posts above. TPM was a VERY poor movie, it was completely carried by it's special effects and the fact that it IS a Star Wars after all. People can't seem to bring themselves to diss Star Wars, regardless of how incredibly bad it is. I really don't want to go into why it was so bad. It's kinda like that quote from The Matrix (now THAT was a GREAT movie) "Unfortunately no one can be told what The Matrix is..." (or something like that). If you can't see for yourself WHY TPM is an incredibly bad movie (save for special effects) then you are beyond hope. As for Leonardo, I don't think he's a bad actor, neither do I think he's goof. He's just, blah. Also he DEFINITELY does not fit the role of a jedi, too weak and scrawny. He is VERY unathletic, my friend was telling me how pathetic he was in Basketball Diaries.shudder I cringe to think of him playing a jedi. :( Regardless, I think its just a rumor and I doubt Lucas could sink so deep as to actually cast him. P.S. Come on, how can you actually LIKE a movie that they killed off the _potentially_ (and I stress potentially), coolest character after he uttered maybe 10 words! Alas potential is all it was, for some reason that I can't comprehend Lucas decided to toast him in an altogether unsavory fashion. :(
My Anakin suggestion-ep.2 by toast	May 21st, 1999 08:59:30 PM
Leonerdo DiCrappy-o-NO F***ING WAY IN H-E-DOUBLE-HOCKEY-STICKS! If I was in charge of casting this film, I would at least consider former Power Ranger star Jason Frank.
Rebels? HA!!!! by Henry Fool	May 21st, 1999 09:01:57 PM

Imagine Leo by Kentobi	May 21st, 1999 09:04:29 PM
Leo has the potential of playing Aniakin, so what if he has a chest of a 12 year old. Imagine if Titanic was never made no one would have an opinion about this, instead they would be saying Leo who? We know he
the hair by Kentobi	May 21st, 1999 09:08:10 PM
There's one more thing, he's got to cut his hair if he's going to play Anakin.
uh-oh, it's trendy! I HATE IT! by Henry Fool	May 21st, 1999 09:09:05 PM
This is just a rumor and will probably never happen. Lucas has even been quoted as saying he wants an unknown actor in the role of Annakin. Still, I have to admit that the outcry against this decision is, with a few exceptions, a joke. Some of you have valid reasons for not wanting DiCaprio in this role. Most of you are just deluded narrow minded people who love to pat yourselves on the back for being 'rebelious' by hating things that are trendy. WAKE UP! STAR WARS IS TRENDY! Sorry, but it is. It gets worse too. Because the biggest trend of all is to disdain things that are trendy. So judge this on the merit of L.D.'s acting. And for those of you who haven't seen This Boys Life or What's Eating Gilbert Grape, see those films before you decide your opinion on L.D.'s acting means anything.
Dicaprio you say? Cool! by Darth Melkor	May 21st, 1999 09:10:30 PM
Now come on people. I really don't think you're being fair. Each and every one of you know that Leonardo Dicaprio is one of the finest young actors there is, looks just like a 20 year old Jake Lloyd and would make Episode II an even bigger hit because he would attract a bigger audience than just Star Wars fans. I heard the name James Vander Beek and I cringed. I heard the name Rick Shroeder and wanted to puke. I heard Leonardo Dicaprio and at first was in shock and then after I thought about it was pretty damn happy. Now don't get me wrong, I'm a huge Star Wars fan. I have been waiting for this new trilogy just as long as each and every one of you and I play the games and have the toys just like you. But unlike most of you I believe that Dicaprio would fit in perfectly as Anakin Skywalker. I want you all to think about something for a second. If Leonardo Dicaprio were not the star of Titanic would you accept him as Anakin Skywalker? I'm willing to bet all my action figures the answer is yes with open arms. The point here is, and each and every single one of you know it, the only reason you do not like Dicaprio is because he starred in the film that knocked out our beloved Star Wars. You see him as an enemy. If you're going to hate somebody hate James Cameron not Dicaprio because it looks like, if the rumors are true, you're not going to have much of choice but to accept him. Peace out!
Leo vs. Mark by Clandestine	May 21st, 1999 09:18:29 PM
Ok ok ok...lessee. I am sitting here recalling "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" and specifically re-evaluating LD's performance: Hmmmmm. not bad. Damn good Actor. Ok... substituting Mark Hamill (albeit a bit younger): ZOUNDS! Egad, shut it OFF! What the hell was that!!! Conclusion: Mark Hamill sucks as an actor but who cares. Leonardo DiCaprio, great actor, but who cares. I still can't see him as Lil' Dark britches.
Lay off Leo!!!!!!!!! by Dingo Wrangler	May 21st, 1999 09:35:07 PM
A) You are idiots! Leo is a great actor. Wanna know what a bad actor looks like? Take a quick gander at Jake Lloyd! Yes, he sucks. Quit justifying it. Every time he said "All Right!" I winced. Even Billy Zane was better than him in Titanic. Watch any two seconds of Leo in Titanic or Gilbert Grape and tell me he's a bad actor. You cannot. I like episode One. Others scoff at me for it, but I admired a great many things about it. I think there is nowhere to go but up, however. Episode Two should be very cool, if it is a love story... but there should be things like the Clone Wars in it, and a Sith Council would also be a good idea. Plus, please PLEASE let Samuel Jackson get a hold of a light saber and fuck some shit up. Please, please, PLEASE!!! Otherwise, why did they even cast him? And lay off Titanic. It was a fuck lot better than Phantom Menace.
Leo Would Be An Excellent Anakin by Cyrus	May 21st, 1999 09:38:35 PM
I agree with Harry and Dorante. Leo is a very good actor. He has the range to make a very convincing Anakin. I've always believed that the casting of Anakin is the most important casting decision for the prequel trilogy, and I can't stand the idea of James Van Der Beek or Joshua Jackson getting cast. Leo actually has talent and so what if he is very popular among teenie boppers. The only thing that matters is he seems to have the talent and is the right age and look to be Anakin. The animosity towards TITANIC is ridiculous. STAR WARS is my favorite film saga of all time by far, but I also liked TITANIC very much. Both are great films and deserve to be loved as they are. If Leo really wants the part like he is rumored to, than I am sure he will be willing to give it his best effort, which judging from his previous work would make for an excellent portrayal of Anakin.
Oh no, oh dear god no!!!!! by Private Ryan	May 21st, 1999 09:53:15 PM
I know, I know, Leo's not a bad actor, and all that. But I just have a problem with him. A huge problem. And I know a lot of other people probably feel the same way. I don't think Star Wars fans will be able to deal with it.And he is just so wrong for the part! He couldn't play the future Darth Vader worth shit. How about that guy from the Faculty, the druggy guy? He could do a good job at the action, the romance, and he could show the danger and evil that would happen later in his life. And the resemblence to the guy at the end of Return of the Jedi isn't as implausible as Leonardo. I would be pissed if Leo got the role, but Lucas is brilliant. He will really get the women to line up for it if he casts Leo. Here's an idea...why don't I play Anakin? I'm the right age, and I wouldn't mind being in a romance with Natalie Portman.
I sure am glad that Lucas doesn't let you dumbshits make decisio by Cronksty	May 21st, 1999 09:58:33 PM
People, your casting choices for Anakin are way off. Everyone you recommend is either too old or a crap actor. Did I hear someone say let Ray Park play him?? DUMBSHITS! He's: A.) not really an actor B.) British accent (which is why Johnny Lee Miller would suck for the role) C.) too old (another reason why Miller couldn't do it) D.)doesn't even look a thing like Jake Loyd. And what's with this Leo bashing? The reason you hate the guy is the fact that you're sick of girls always giggling at him. You're also jealous of his sex appeal and instant popularity. And what the hell is with the criticism of his acting? He's one of the best young actors around! Go rent: This Boy's Life, Marvin's Room, or Romeo and Juliet. You people are PATHETIC. Personally, I think he's PERFECT for the role. Another idiotic casting thing you people keep mentioning: Anakin's size/height. IT DOESN'T FUCKING MATTER. He's like 80% percent robot. I'm betting as well that he gets cut in half Maul-style. After that, he makes a bionic body that will make him appear fearful, strong, and powerful. Why do you think Vader had that voice and a mask to cover himself? Because underneath he's just a normal guy. So stop this DiCaprio bashing, think about it, and evaluate the guy logically. Connor
There will be no leo by charistine	May 21st, 1999 10:03:50 PM
George Lucas wouldnt dare put leo in the role unless he signed a contract BEFORE May 19th. He was in the theater. He had "people" in theaters around the US, you can bet and anyone who heard the boooooos in every theater would not dare put leo in star wars because of the animosity, regardless if it were superficial.
Come on guys... by Sebulba the Doug	May 21st, 1999 10:12:01 PM
Hey, if Leonardo gets to play Anakin, we'll get to see Ewan kick his ass in Episode 3. :) This is about the only positive in having him in the role of Anakin.
The Actor or the media whore? by Robi-Wan	May 21st, 1999 10:19:23 PM
I used to really like DiCaprio. Before he became Teen Beat's boy of the month, I really respected him and thought he had a really bright future. I have since changed my opinion. After the... er... titanic film that put him on the astrological charts, Leo seemed to allow the admiration to take an express train to his brain. I now wonder how close hie actual life resembles his little part in that Woody Allen film. I don't think he feels he needs to be a great actor anymore, settling for simply being good. No matter how much he sucks, the roles will continue to come to him. I think if Lucas really wants to cast a big named actor in what could easilly be the most coveted role of our generation, he should check out Matt Damon. Matt's got the look and he definatly has the talent. Plus, I think he'd be amazing and would bring a hell of a lot to the teen who would be Vader. Maybe DiCaprio could play Jar-Jar's wacky sidekick Leoio and they could get another actor to do his voice...
Leo is a great idea by wato	May 21st, 1999 10:26:57 PM
Ya know, I've been a Star Wars fan all my life. I'm one of those oldies that ACTUALLY SAW IT IN A THEATER when it came out. You Leo haters disgust me, namely because you have provided no reason other than the always scathing and insightful "he sucks" to not cast him. Have you actually seen any of his other movies? He is a very talanted actor.
PLEASE GEORGE, DON'T DO IT!!!!!!! by Clavius	May 21st, 1999 10:33:34 PM
I beg of you George, in the name of god, please please please DO NOT sign that piece of shit DeCaprio as the new Anakin!!!! That bastard doesn't need any more attention! I agree that he may be a decent actor, but I don't want to be sitting in the theater viewing Episode II with a bunch of gigling teenage girls!!! I feel Lucas more that delivered on Ep I and I was extremely happpy to get the 'ol buzz back. But if DeCRAPrio is Anakin in Ep II, I have serious doubts for the future of the series. Please friends, and fellow STAR WARS fans, if you despise Leo as much as I do, and don't want him associated in any way with our beloved Star Wars, then I urge each and every one of you to start a petition to Lucas begging him not to lead the series down the path to the dark side! It's not too late, there is still hope! Flood 20th Century Fox, Lucasfilm and even Lucas himself with as many E-mails as you can muster. Together we can get Leo's filthy mitts off our galaxy far, far away......
Leo is a fantastic actor... by spider-man	May 21st, 1999 10:44:21 PM
Rent his movies, then judge. He's an amazing actor. If all you've seen is Titanic and Iron Mask, you are an IDIOT. He, like Ewan, is an art film mainstay. The kid is talented and you need to cut him some freakin' slack!!!!!
Leo is a great idea(2) by wato	May 21st, 1999 10:50:12 PM
Ya know, I've been a Star Wars fan all my life. I'm one of those oldies that ACTUALLY SAW IT IN A THEATER when it came out. You Leo haters disgust me, namely because you have provided no reason other than the always scathing and insightful "he sucks" to not cast him. Have you actually seen any of his other movies? He is a very talented actor. I actually saw a post above admonishing GL to "follow the procedure" of casting an unknown. I got news...there is no fucking procedure. And what kind of egotistical 17 year old tells a movie veteran like GL to "follow the procedure"? Shut the hell up. The only reason that you are afraid of Leo is that he will open the Star Wars franchise to girl fandom. Star Wars has always been about the journey of the male hero, for good or bad. It's been our exclusive guy territory where girls are only allowed to tread if they weigh 20000 lbs. and look like Jabba (that way your not threatened by them). Now, with the introduction of Leo we will have to give up some of that guy only territory. We are afraid of girls/women seeing the film just to see Leo. What's wrong with that? Get them into the theater I say. How cool would it be to have your wife WANT to see the film with you for the 4th time. OK, I'll come clean a little, I felt the exact same way when all I had seen of Leo was the Titanic trailer. The cutie pie face pissed me off, and all the girls swooning over him pissed me off even more. However, after I saw the movie I realized he was a good actor. I went back and watched a few of his films (Romeo and Juliet, Basketball Diaries etc..) and realized that I really liked a lot of the passion he brought into the movies. He does a lot of off beat stuff like Ewan does. I think that their chemistry would be great. In the next two films Anakin will have to go from a slow burning, smoldering anger to a fiery rage that consumes all that he loves. I think, I'll even go on record as stating I know, that Leo could bring that to the role of Anakin. So open you minds a little. Just because all of your girlfriends and wives think he is "hot" does NOT make him a horrible actor. In fact he is really a great one.
if Leo gets signed... by QuiGonJinn	May 21st, 1999 10:52:52 PM
As God is my witness if Leo gets that part or any part in Star Wars george can kiss my ass goodbye. I will not only sell my huge collection, one of the biggest I promise you, I will never again watch another film. Nor will I take my family to them. Leo can eat ass. It has nothing to do with Titanic, he is a snobby shitty actor bottom line. That crowd had every right to boo his ass, our crowd in Chicago did the same damn thing. Leo sucks. I would rather chew broken glass then watch any of his movies. I used to actually respect Harry's opinions, even when everyone else calls him names and sell out an such. Now I know why they do. Harry get a life, how can you honestly say you think Leo is a good actor?? You are on serious crack. This isn't even a matter of opinion, like whether you like bacon or sausage with your fuckin eggs, this is a freakin fact, he sucks. No one but 12 yr old girls like him, oh and you. I have less respect for Lucas that he would even associate with the little turd. Any freak kid who demands 20 mil a movie because little girlies love him, can't act to save his life, and thinks he is God's gift to humanity can eat ass. So long Star Wars if this is true. No freakin wonder Paramount is waiting till the next Star Wars for the new Star Trek, they know it's gonna suck ass.
GOOD GOD PEOPLE!!! by MeWiseMagic	May 21st, 1999 10:52:59 PM
I will give you this much...he is a good actor...BUT...I think that EP2 would be better off with a no name actor playing the role of Anakin. Look at the no namers in the 4,5,and 6. Lucas went through several sets of people till he found them! He should do the same for EP2! I was not impressed with any of the "famous" actors in EP1 NUFF SAID!
Leo is bad by Ivy813	May 21st, 1999 11:13:04 PM
ok. i understand some people like him, so i'm not really going to bash him, but please god NOOOOOO!!! previous have pointed out performances that he has received high praise for, but how many of these people seen total eclipse or critters 3? and he wasn't that great in romeo and juliet, personally, keanu did a better job with shakespeare. hello. i know that there are rumors of james van der beek as anakin. i think that if i had a choice, dawson or leo, i would have to go with dawson. i'm hoping that none of this is true, like with kenneth. after all the rumor about ken, reports now say that lucas is saying that they were never interested in him. i can't say that a fan will be lost if leo is cast as anakin, but i'm not really sure if i will like the coming movies, his presence will take way the experience like jake lloyd did in TPM.
Leo by Gav	May 21st, 1999 11:13:14 PM
I have complete faith in George Lucas. If he thinks Leo is a good choice then, hey that's good enough for me. I think for fun he should cast the tall guy 'Berg' from Two Guys a Girl and a Pizza Place, or Nicholas Brendon from Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Just for the funnies. For everyone complaining about Leo. Just shut up. I think you have some issues, maybe its cause he get's more chicks that you.
over-hype by Nick Charles	May 21st, 1999 11:18:00 PM
Does it really matter that much to all of the negative-nancys who plays Anakin? Those who hate the choice of Leo probably hate TPM and will hate II and III. I'd prefer an unknown, but the pressure on whoever plays this role is going to be INTENSE. Good actor/baby-face(look at Luke)/looks young/can play light AND intense. Sounds like Leonardo to me. TPM rocked in the Star Wars Pantheon. I say just kick back and enjoy the ride. Alot of these people are jaded/bitter/frustrated/whatev er. Trust George. (But I like the rumors of dialogue script help and other directors (DAVID FINCHNER!?) for II and III-much like the first three.
Leo Lovers GET A LIFE by Simon Templar	May 21st, 1999 11:27:51 PM
There is most likly only one reason you could possible support this RUMOR please god let this Be ONLY A RUMOR. Either A) You are some Dumb 12 year old teeny Boppin MORON. Or B) You like little boys, Meaning you must be a complete homo. There has never been a worse Idea in the entire History Of this planet. He would be risking his life to play this role. I know for a fact that many poeple out there would rub him Out if he were to play the DARK LORD OF SITH. He Has NO TALENT, I repeat NONE. His finest work todate was in growing pains. Anything this guy is in is automatically a pile. I mean titanic was a good movie to watch Once For the effects. That's it He Was the only cast memeber not not get an ACADEMY AWARD NOMINATION FOR A REASON. After reading this horrible rumor I tryed seaching my mind and all My films to try to locate a decent Anikin. I came up With Josh Hartnett From the faculty, Also the GUy who played Lance harbor in Varsity Blues Would do a decent job. Also how do you contact LUcas about casting i need to send him a picture of me. I would be good. PLus I am NOBODY IM UNKNOWN.
For Pete's sake.... by McClane_3	May 21st, 1999 11:37:00 PM
I am begging you, George, PLEASE DON'T TAKE LEO. For all the other reasons folks have already hit on, he's exactly the kind of Hollywood trash that Ewan McGregor would beat the &*$% out of on the set.
Leo, Ewan, and the Beach by SeanR	May 21st, 1999 11:53:08 PM
From what I've heard, Ewan wanted to star in the Beach, but Danny Boyle wanted to get a big american star, hence DeCaprio. I'm sure these two folks would have a hard time working together, and I don't think Lucas would pay to shuttle Leo and his entourage around. I'd rather George cast that Dawson guy than DiCaprio!
DiCaprio? Aw, Hell by Tom Lee	May 21st, 1999 11:53:10 PM
Harry, I know you think this is all irrational backlash... but c'mon. There are reasons for disliking the guy. I liked him a lot in Romeo & Juliet... personally, thought he was a bit over the top in Titanic... but what really gets me is what a moronic cliche he seems to be in real life. The entourage of hangers-on, the nightclub-hopping lifestyle, his rather pathetic assurances that The Beach wasn't damaging the environment... something about him has begun to rub people the wrong way. It isn't because he's gotten so much exposure -- it's just that the level of exposure has drawn our attention to how irritating he is. If you become a mega-superstar, you have to be a universally likable guy. Leo seems like any other shmo. Anyway -- I wholeheartedly agree with the other posts saying this is a bad idea. "He's tall"? Give me a break. He's thin as a rail. And that baby face of his is going to have a hard time conveying any real menace. Please -- he looks like Jake Lloyd; but that's NOT a reason to cast him. Give us an unknown, George, for god's sake... and while you're at it, let someone else direct. But perhaps the worst aspect of Dicaprio starring as Anakin? Not only will I have to compete with the hardcore nerds for tickets, I'll have to compete with throngs of clueless screaming teenage girls. Ugh.
Bogus info I WAS THERE!!! by hangnail	May 21st, 1999 11:58:15 PM
Alright, I had to get an ID for this one. I was at the Chinese 12:01 show, and there was a lot of people talking about who was in the balcony. I took my video camera to the front of the theater to get a better look when I heard someone say that George was watching us all. Well, he wasn't, they were using the balcony as place for all the employees to see the movie. Although I wasn't able to see anything from the front, there were times that I saw some very young people hanging their heads over the side of the banister, and they yelling at the ushers in a very familiar tone, to me, this proves they where fellow employees. And I doubt George would be hanging out with random teenage theater employees. I wish it were true, so I could tell my kids about when I get older. But, from what I saw with my own eyes, it's nearly impossible this report is true.
Lucas can do what he wants.... by BrianSLA	May 22nd, 1999 12:05:20 AM
To Leo or not Leo ... Two Sith Lords...Sith Council... 6 Star Wars movies or 9... Qui Gon as Obi-Wan's teacher or Yoda ... Gimme a break. Lucas can change anything and everything in Star Wars and guess what? It is then Star Wars gospel. He runs the show, he makes the show, he is the show. Lucas has said many different things over the years and then changed his mind. 9 movies, now only six. I am only going to direct Ep 1 to ' provide a road map for others for the other movies ' to ' I am writing and directing all three prequels '. Yoda is Obi Wans teacher to now Qui Gon Jinn. ETC. My 2 cents... Leo would be ok... But I really like what somebody else posted... Matt Damon. Great actor, even kinda looks like Lloyd ( not a prerequisite ), and can change his looks ( Courage Under Fire anorexic to Good Will Hunting ). A Sith Council and zillions of Sith Lords vs jedi knights in great battles would kick butt. Loved the opening sequence in TPM of the two jedi kicking bad guy butt.
MY..possible.. PICKS FOR ANAKIN by misterWINKIE	May 22nd, 1999 12:56:45 AM
1) ryan phillipe (i know what you did last summer)...it was possible in the start...but i think...rumor has it he backed away from it due to a scheduling problem 2) Matthew Lilard (scream)....maybe...but too oddball?...besides...he has already done sci fi (wing commander...even though it sucked) 3)Rick Schroeder....i heard the rumors too....but he looks alot like a young anakin...and like jake lyod 4)Harry Knowles i just hope to god they dont pick any body from N'SYN or BACKSTREET BOYS 98 DGREES...etc etc....but if lucas keeps his "pick no name stars for leeds.....then it will be tough...since teen stars...basically are teen idols...so who knows...
Leo and Jake: Brothers? by TCT	May 22nd, 1999 01:11:11 AM
I recently noticed in a photo of Jake Lloyd that he looks INCREDIBLY like a young Leo DiCaprio. It makes perfect sense! I quite like Leo. He sure as hell isnt as annoying as Jake Lloyd, and that makes sense...he starts off annoying in the first...gets less annoying but still a bit wussy in the secconsd...and becomes THE MAN in the last one.
i heard ryan phillippe (however you spell that) at one time..tha by rufsaysoli	May 22nd, 1999 01:30:34 AM

There is a better choice for the part of Anakin by EvilBeoBear	May 22nd, 1999 01:50:23 AM
There is an ideal person to play the part of Anakin Skywalker in Episode II. That person is none other than NewsRadio's Andy Dick. Think about it; he is blonde, kind of juvenile looking, and has a demeanor most Star Wars fans can appreciate. Perhaps George Lucas can create a story about how everyone picks on Anakin and how all the other padawans from all the other jedis threaten to kick his ass. This can explain why he turns to the dark side. I believe that only Andy Dick can pull off this wonderful idea. If you think that this idea is ridiculous, it is at least a better idea than the one propsed by some of using Leonardo.
Alternatives by Kilt Lifter	May 22nd, 1999 02:21:25 AM
OK - rather than Matthew Lillard, who is admittedly quite an oddball . . . allow me to suggest Robert Duncan McNeill of Star Trek Voyager. I get the two confused all the time and I also think he can act. I don't care what kind of success DiCaprio has had -- he's no Jedi. Pure and simple. The idea of it repulses me . . . and Lucas is right - he makes stars. He's made a career of it, and more than anything else I'd like to see some new faces. ** Oh yeah - I got to see Star Wars opening night at a theater in Marin, CA. Lucas walked out of the theater right before my showing . . . I guess the place is a stone's throw from Skywalker Ranch or something. Sort of made it that much more special, ya know?
kids... SAY NO TO LEO by 420p91	May 22nd, 1999 03:00:15 AM
I would rather have Edward Furlong on the next one. Anyone but Leonardo. I would rather have Ricky Martin of Menudo fame in the next one. -dave
Leo has never proven himself to be a good actor. by Omega	May 22nd, 1999 03:48:12 AM
Leo = bad actor. GILBERT GRAPE = overrated bilge. BASKETBALL DIARIES = unwatchable. I won't even touch his other "acting" jobs. That twit totally f-ed up ROMEO AND JULIET. He didn't look like he understood a single line he was saying - not to say that other waste of space Claire Danes was any better. As for Leo in Ep. 2. Anakin is supposed to be a STUD, not a pud. No matter how "great" of an actor Leo is, the guy is two implants short of being called Leia. After he grows a pair and puts on about 40 lbs talk to me again about him playing anakin. Until then, he's an effeminate little pussy.
Thank you Harry! by Drath	May 22nd, 1999 05:16:15 AM
Finally, somebody has put the truth into words about this stupid Titanic animosity. I love Star Wars, and I liked Titanic, and I think the hatred IS pathetic and does make us Star Wars fans look insecure. As for Leonardo, I could see him playing the part if Lucas wants a severe contrast between the Heroic Anakin and DARTH VADER. That makes sense, to show how much more powerful he is with the Dark Side, but dependant on machines to live and breath. Only real problem is his salary. Will he take a pay cut? No body is worth 20 million. And people will go to see this film if Dicaprio is in it or not. And Dicaprio doesn't need much more fame, does he? Hmmm, if he's cast, it might actually be because all involved love the movies!
MATT DAMON? ARE U PEOPLE INSANE? I'D RATHER HAVE LEO OR AN UNKNO by GrouchLord	May 22nd, 1999 06:26:15 AM
MATT DEMON MUST DIE-!
Leonardo DiCaprio would be great by Pat Buddha	May 22nd, 1999 06:31:15 AM
A couple of weeks ago I also thought that DiCaprio would be a good logical choice to play the older Anakin. I'm glad there are other people thinking the same thing I am. He has a strong onscreen charisma, tempered by the edginess needed to convince us that he could conceivably turn to evil. It's sort of the same mix that Jake Lloyd has, a cute little boy who looks like he could be the bad seed. Matt Damon would also be good in this role. I have come to the conclusion that most of the negativity on these Talk Backs are by 14 year old boys. And if not than I am bothered that so many adults still have an adolescent mentality. "Naw man, I'm a sophomore. I can't be seen hanging around freshmen. I don't play with toys or read comic books anymore either, ya know. I'm more into cars and chicks and stuff. I started smoking cuz it makes me look older and cooler. Oh and that new Star Wars movie. Too much kid stuff. It sucked!" Part of my male mindset wants to join in on the Leo bashing. "What? Chicks think he's hot! That must be why they don't want to go out with me. It's not that I'm a loser. It's cuz he's gay and he sucks." The reason I will spare Leonardo DiCaprio my venom is because in spite of the teen appeal he does have talent. He isn't like the current crop of teen idolds tainting our collective unconscious. Unlike the Backstreet Boys and N'Sync, he hasn't been stripped of all artistic sensibility just so he could be accessible to 13 year old girls. As an artist he isn't afraid to take chances. He is in effect an anti-teen idol. All of you who say you won't see Episode 2 if he's in it: LIARS!!!
CROCK OF SHIT by adp2	May 22nd, 1999 06:36:39 AM
These scoops from Capt. Nemo and Darth Swank are nothing but bullshit. A couple of days before The Phantom Menace opened, Lucas disappeared off to the tropical island that he goes and hides on when one of his films is about to open. Casting for Episode 2 will not begin until next year so forget about di Crapio (who Lucas could never afford in a million years)and Schroeder. Lucas would have no reason to be colluding in New York back allies with the head of Fox - Fox are merely the distributors - Lucas finances and oversees Star Wars personally. To be frank, there's enough bullshit on the Internet as it is without polluting AICN with it. Capt. Nemo and Darth Swank - fuck off and spread your lies somewhere else.
Enough with the "HALF MAN, HALF MACHINE" whining already! by pitchblank	May 22nd, 1999 06:44:35 AM
For crying out loud will all you nickel-and-dime SW researchers who cry "Hey losers! Haven't you heard??? VADER is HALF MAN, HALF MACHINE!!! HA!!!" everytime someone makes a remark about the problem with casting a midget, woman or squirrel as Anakin Skywalker lay it off?? YOU may be blind or brainwashed enough to forgive Lucas for the thousands of inconsistencies and continuity errors in the SW flicks, but please at least consider the possibility that casting an Anakin who is shorter, considerably skinnier or otherwise physically inconsistent with Vader will come out DEAD PLAIN WRONG, WEIRD, IMPLAUSABLE, UNBELIEVABLE for the 96% of the audience that haven't plowed through all 96000 volumes of Star Wars universe literature, and the 'enlightened' 4% will also sit through the film thinking "What the f***?" if Anakin Skywalker is shorter than Artoo. God I'm so fed up with people taking any lameass Trek-ish scientific explanation as an alibi for any gaping hole in the plot just because "it's Lucas, so who are we to argue?" Legitimate Q: "How can blond, blue-eyed Luke and brown-eyed brunette Leia possibly be twins?" Devotee A: "They are not human, and even if they were, statistics have it that 0,001% of all twins have different hair/eyecolor" Legitimate Q: "Yeah yeah... but skip the margin science... Does it FEEL right?" Devotee A: "You are obviously not a Star Wars fan". To Obi-Wan you listen... trust your instincts. Would it FEEL right with a short Anakin? Would it FEEL right with an Anakin with a high shrieky voice, even if you can dig up "well, his vocal cords were damaged during his lava swim, and there is an acoustic effect inside the helmet because when the waveform bounces against the mask grill it's reflected upwards and enters his skull, which amplifies the soundwaves and cause a vibration which offsets the pitch by minus 4000 cents, which..." Just... just shut up.
Stop trying to be "hip" by picking on LEO! by JLY	May 22nd, 1999 07:02:12 AM
Ok, I'm a heterosexual male, and I admit that the hype on Leo was too great for anyone to survive, but let's not forget that he has some seriously wonderful performances under his belt! It seems that LEO BASHING is really "in" right now and no one cares that he's a damn fine actor. As far as him being two pounds and not bulky enough for Anakin, I've seen pics. and trailers for The Beach, and my jaw dropped at how much he has bulked up. He actually has some meat on his bones now. (but don't get me wrong, I also enjoyed quite a few Leo is a boney girl jokes) However, his talent can't be denied and he should be Anakin in my opinion. I think he could nail the depth in the next two films of soul struggle.
tpm by bookworm42	May 22nd, 1999 07:22:11 AM
Hey out there. My brother got us 2 tickets for tonights showing of TPM. Is it worth going to see? Inquiring minds want to know.
Leo and Lightsaber missing scene!!! HELP! by ricolie00	May 22nd, 1999 07:31:58 AM
All I have to say about Leo is -Please NOOO. Even though he's a good actor, he could never play the part of anakin. 2) HELP!! If anyone saw the MTV and QVC special on TPM where they showed scenes of the lightsaber duel, there is a part where Maul tries to jab his saber at Obi wan who quickly evades it. (Maul then jumps to the platform and our heros follow) When I saw the movie, the jumping is , of course, still intact but Maul's "poke" at Obi Wan is mysteriously missing! CAN ANYONE TELL ME IF THEY NOTICED THIS TOO!!!?!! Or if I just missed it while eating popcorn?! HELPP!! THANX
Would you call Luke a Terminator? by Galaxy Girl	May 22nd, 1999 07:59:38 AM
Hey, dolts. One of the great things about the first Star Wars movie was the "unlikely heroes" that saved the galaxy. If the Terminator could have done it, don't you think the Rebels would have hired somebody like him? It took Luke Skywalker, a baby-faced farm boy, to destroy the Death Star, etc. Now WHO, you might ask, would buy THAT? Leonardo DeCaprio is six feet tall (approximately 2 meters), and while he looks wimpy at times, so what? He looks a lot like Jake Lloyd, and has the same kind of in-your-face attitude. I thought he would be perfect as I was watching the movie. (And yes, Rick Schroeder has a phony Brooklyn accent. Of course, Darth Vader is not from New York, but lets at least get a good actor like "Leo," who doesn't have to contrive at charisma.) If a few hard-core Star Wars fans fall by the wayside and don't see the next movie, maybe we'd all be better off. Star Wars is my favorite movie, but my God, Jim--it doesn't dominate my life. I for one think it would be funny to see some pissed off Star Wars fans. God knows I've had MY painful moments of betrayal, like when we had the Ewoks, and what with the baddish writing and spotty acting in the new movie, which SOME people actually love, just because it's Star Wars and they apparently have all the good taste of a Jawa. Not that I don't like all the movies, but just not everything about them. You can't please everybody, especially if you have millions of fans. Leo's the man, baby. Will he actually get hired? I'd like to think so, but probably not. Let's just hope we get some good, passionate acting and some good lines, no more of that "brain-dead" crap.
Leo is GREAT, but that doesn't matter with the DIALOG he'll get by Funmazer	May 22nd, 1999 08:12:32 AM
God! This reminds me of the Brad Pitt backlash of '95. Girls like Brad Pitt, or Leo, so, what does every guy do? Trash him. Men are SO jealous it's not even funny. It's such a double standard. I suppose a lot of you think Natasha Henstrige turned out a good performance in 'Species' because she got naked. Anyway, it doesn't matter. I think Leo turned an Oscar-worthy performance in Titanic. Course he didn't GET an Oscar because he played a 'normal' guy. Normal characters don't get Oscars, you have to be obsessive-compulsive, dim-witted or blind. Anyway, it won't matter, because, well, his dialog will suck. Case in point, here's the Suicide Scene from Titanic, if written by George Lucas::::: Jack- "Don't!" Rose- "Why not?" Jack- "You're special." Rose- "Why?" Jack- "Youre blood has a very high level of Midi-Cholrians." Rose- "Don't presume to tell me what's in my blood!" Jack- "Roger roger. But look Rose, my mom always said that the biggest problem in Chippewa Falls was that no one helped each other. No one helped me when I fell throught the ice, probably because I didn't have a father..." Rose- "It's just the pace of my life. See, my mother, who placed a vote of no confidence in the Senate, wanted a Trade Embargo to France, but the local governing bodies there wouldn't comply, so we initiated a blockage that was breached by ambassodors!" Jack- "...." Rose- "Well, you know." Jack- "...." Rose- "Fine." [then, after he saves her] Lockley- "What a brave young man. We should commend him. What's his name?" Molly Brown- "Jack... Dawson." Lockley- "Good! Lovejoy, clean this boy up the best you can!"
You buncha feces-tossin' monkeys! by Wildsmith	May 22nd, 1999 08:17:08 AM
Get over your hatred for "Titanic"! Although I'll agree Cameron's script was definitely lacking, it was an entertaining movie - and by the amount of money it made, I know some of you dillholes happen to agree! Second of all, DiCaprio is a great actor! He's been nominated for an Academy Award, which puts him in the same league as Sammy L., and you idiots need to rent "This Boy's Life," "Basketball Diaries" and "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" before you critique his acting ability. His emotional scenes in "Diaries" were INTENSE, and his chameleon-like abilities, obvious in "Gilbert Grape," lend weight to any argument that he can carry "Episode Two." Third of all, I'll agree he needs to pack on a few pounds - eat a ham, for Chrissakes, Leo - but if Ed Norton can do it for "American History X," I have no doubt Leo can look buff for "Ep. II." And the height thing, as so many previous posters have pointed out, can easily be explained by the whole fall-into-the-pit, cyborg transformation. Leo and Ewan in a duel to the death? Leo wooing Natalie Portman? Leo, Ewan and Sammy L., side by side, lightsabers blazing, in the Clone Wars? I'm there, and if the rest of you bastards don't wanna go, that's fine with me - less of a wait for tickets!
You buncha feces-tossin' monkeys! by Wildsmith	May 22nd, 1999 08:26:33 AM
Get over your hatred for "Titanic"! Although I'll agree Cameron's script was definitely lacking, it was an entertaining movie - and by the amount of money it made, I know some of you dillholes happen to agree! Second of all, DiCaprio is a great actor! He's been nominated for an Academy Award, which puts him in the same league as Sammy L., and you idiots need to rent "This Boy's Life," "Basketball Diaries" and "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" before you critique his acting ability. His emotional scenes in "Diaries" were INTENSE, and his chameleon-like abilities, obvious in "Gilbert Grape," lend weight to any argument that he can carry "Episode Two." Third of all, I'll agree he needs to pack on a few pounds - eat a ham, for Chrissakes, Leo - but if Ed Norton can do it for "American History X," I have no doubt Leo can look buff for "Ep. II." And the height thing, as so many previous posters have pointed out, can easily be explained by the whole fall-into-the-pit, cyborg transformation. Leo and Ewan in a duel to the death? Leo wooing Natalie Portman? Leo, Ewan and Sammy L., side by side, lightsabers blazing, in the Clone Wars? I'm there, and if the rest of you bastards don't wanna go, that's fine with me - less of a wait for tickets!
George Lucas can do anything he wants by Spock	May 22nd, 1999 10:28:38 AM
First, I have been a "Star Wars" fan since 1977, and here are my thoughts on this rumour... The one thing that all die-hard, obsessed Star Wars fans seem to forget all the time is that George Lucas can do anything he wants. No one tells him what to do, nor how to do it. He might be labeled an "independent" filmmaker because he's not tied to the Hollywood studios, but if you believe everything that's been written and said about the making of "Episode I", then you have to accept that George is a megalomaniac and maybe even a control freak. I can't honestly picture him in a production meeting where all participants readily and really tell him what's wrong with his story/ script/ characters, and then he goes and changes things. For those of you who hate Leo, I wonder how many knew anything about Ewan McGregor when his casting was announced? Would you have preferred another choice? Who was the flavor-of-the-month back then? I find it odd that TV actors' names are being mentioned as possible Anakins for "Episode II" when all the principals in this film are movie actors with lots of experience, something Leonardo diCaprio also has. So "Titanic" beat "Star Wars" in the box-office sweepstakes... so what? Does that mean the die-hard fans hate not only Leo, but also James Cameron (another megalomaniac), and Steven Spielberg? Remember, "E.T." held that box-office record before the Special Editions were released. Without repeat business from girls, women, non-scifi-fans, and the older, mature audiences (not only in the US but in all the world), "Titanic" would never have gotten where it is in just a few months' time. The previous record held by "Star Wars" took over a decade to attain, didn't it? There is no doubt that "Episode I" will break a few records, and will ensure that George laughs all the way to the bank, but the appeal of such stories is not universal. His fan base diminishes greatly outside of the USA, but since children all over the world do seem to enjoy similar things, I'm sure this time around that "Episode I" will gain a new generation of young fans. Back to the Leo controversy, if the rumours are true, then what harm is there in having him in the so-called "romantic" episode of the new trilogy? Does his popularity piss people off? Is it mostly young American males objecting? What do female fans think? His presence will certainly ensure a greater female audience. Besides, bashing him and staying away from his movies does not change the fact that he is a gifted, young actor. I personally don't care too much for Leo, and do not purposely watch a film because he might be in it, but since when did fan reaction change the way a filmmaker does things? Should the rumours prove true, then I really doubt all the Leo-haters are really going to stay away from "Episode II". George might know about what's being discussed online, but that doesn't mean he will resurrect Darth Maul for part two just because some poll says that he's one of the coolest villains ever, right? The bottom line is: George wields all the creative decision-making power when it comes to all things "Star Wars", and in his Empire, the troops do not question the Emperor and never will. It is unfortunate that some fans choose to deify him too. If he chooses Leo, then so be it. All that is left for us to do is to hope that "Episode II" is better than "Episode I" and that Jar Jar never returns.
Leo Can't Lift A Lightsabre by ed.gillett	May 22nd, 1999 10:29:51 AM
Leo .. fine, ok, a good actor, but he's not right for the role. Can you imagine him lumering around in a jedis attire with that floppy haircut .. please. He'd barely be able to lift a lightsabre past his gut, let alone swing it with any sense of style (now Ewan ... our boy did a damn good job there). If it's true .. I'd dress him in a bright blue jumpsuit from head to toe (no holes for breathing) and just let him blend into the blue screen - either that or give the CG boys a couple a million to edit out his pretty boy face, floppy hair and gut out from every scene. But hey, apart from that I have no problem with the guy. Natalie, Ewan and Liam - Dynamo combo, may the force be with them always
Friggin Leo...xcuse me while I kill myself. by Maul-Fanboy	May 22nd, 1999 12:33:44 PM
Let's get a couple things clear. 1. Is Leo a good actor? Yes. 2. Does Leo look like an older Jake Lloyd? Unfortunately. 3. Does it seem likely that he'll get the part? Yes. Will it ruin Star Wars? Depends. Star Wars has always been about creativity...the respect Lucas and the ILM team had for us, the fans, and the amount we gave back to Lucas and the ILM team...one can't exist wihtout the other, and that's the way it should stay... If Leo joins this film, it's going to ruin it the same way it did Titanic. The fans won't matter, Lucas won't matter, the effects won't matter, and the marvelous creativity of all at ILM will be overlooked...overshadowed by the fact that the media will turn this movie into Leo's next fuckin vehicle. Will it be a good movie? Oh, you bet your ass it will. But is the world going to consider Episode II as "Titanic, part 2" in every sense (media, awards shows, personal coverage of the 'new star of star wars')? Take a second to think about that and I think you'll find that yes is the obvious answer to that question.
Blix is right...Jonny Lee Miller would be PERFECT as Anakin!!!! by Maul-Fanboy	May 22nd, 1999 12:39:06 PM

Little Anakin, big helmet by Darth Fett	May 22nd, 1999 01:38:47 PM
Remember when we all saw Darth Vaders mask come off in ROTJ? We were mostly suprised to see the galaxies biggest bastard was just a crippled old little bald man in a suit twice his size. Nobody seems to look back now and say Sebastian Shaw sucks. Leo doesnt have to fill the suit. I liked Titanic and found his character convinving enough to be a bit sad when he died. Ewan MacGregor isnt exactly a buff dude. He's a grungy actor playing the wise Obi Wan. Leonardo and Ewan could play off of each other. Leo has the talent, height, could havbe the voice. And he CAN work out for the role just to buff up. Keanu Reeves has done it before.
Episode 2 e bella by Say Hey Kid	May 22nd, 1999 02:33:00 PM
Sorry to undermine this "Breaking News" report regarding DiCaprio's casting as "Adolescent Annie", but even more newsworthy is the rumoured meeting between Rick McCallum (Yes Man Extraodinaire), George lucas and Roberto Benigni at Skywalker ranch. Word is Benigni will play the hilarious interim Sith apprentice to Darth Sidious' straight man performance, who as we all know could use a little lightening up. Look for the grand battle sequence to be an intense, yet hysterical lightsaber duel between (SPOILERS) newly anointed Jedi Knight Jar Jar Binks and Benigni's character. I can't wait for the soundtrack, which will surely feature a collaboration between john Williams and Ennio Morricone. Ciao!
Read this!!! Leo rumor false!!! by Immyjay	May 22nd, 1999 02:34:46 PM
What is everyone so worried about? Do you actually believe this rumor? How can you believe someone who also talks about a proposed Sith council? There are only 2 Sith at a time. Here's a direct quote from Lucas in Time magazine-"One of the themes throughout the films is that the Sith lords, when they started out thousands of years ago, embraced the dark side. They were greedy and self-centered and they all wanted to take over, so they killed each other. Eventually, there was only one left, and that one took on an apprentice. And for thousands of years, the master would teach the apprentice, the master would die, the apprentice would then teach another apprentice, become the master, and so on. But there could never be any more than two of them, because if there were, they would try to get rid of the leader, which is exactly what Vader was trying to do, and that's exactly what the Emperor was trying to do. The Emperor was trying to get rid of Vader, and Vader was trying to get rid of the Emperor. And that is the antithesis of a symbiotic relationship, in which if you do that, you become cancer, and you eventually kill the host, and everything dies." This is from the April 26, 1999 Time magazine. If he can't even read legitimate news regarding insider Star Wars stuff, why are you worried that he's right about Leo???
Why George, why? by Spicerr13	May 22nd, 1999 03:31:09 PM
I refuse to see Episode 2 if Leo is in any part of it. I don't care if he's an extra I won't go. He escpecially can't play Anakin. Have you compared Darth Vader's body to Leo's? Leo is a scrauny punk and Vader is this huge, buff dominating guy. Now, I can imagine that Lloydd kid being Vader if I really try, but there is no way, in my entire life, that I would be able to imagine Leo, a punk, skinny, big-liped, wussy, 21 year-old as the Blancer of The Force, The Chosen One, or even the Chosen One's 2nd cousin. It can't work, its a terrible mix. C'mon Georgie, you can do better than that.
Jake Lloyd and Dicaprio by Devolver	May 22nd, 1999 04:27:24 PM
This is horribly interesting to me. Because as I sat there watching TPM (even the first time) it came into my mind that Jake reminded me of Leo's character in Titanic. His mannerisms and the way he talked even. One that I remember semi-clearly is that Jake tapped his knuckle on the table as he was talking (much in the same way that Jack did it at the dinner table) That's when it really hit me. They even look similar. Especially around the eyes. You can always tell a man by his eyes. That's the important part. And Leo can give the evil and intelligent eyes really well too. Very important for Anakin. Leo would be perfect. Next time you watch TPM, think about it. You'll see. As for the animosity toward Leo, it occured at my theatre as well. Unfortunate that it happened at the Mann's if Leo was there. But what do you expect from a mostly male crowd? How many of you guys can't honestly say (at least to yourself)that you would give a portion of your soul to be Leo right now? If not, wait a few months until the announcement which I know to be coming. The midichlorians tell me as much. It fells right. Also, the booing is probably partially caused by the fact that everyone is sick of Titanic. Even though it is one of the best movies I have ever seen in my entire life, if you told me I had to watch it right now I would probably puke. Simply because I watched it so many times and heard about it from every Tom Dick and Harry for the biggest part of a year. Inconsequental. He'll be perfect as Anakin, if Anakin he becomes.
Anakin in Episode 2 by Bachus	May 22nd, 1999 06:08:18 PM
I heard from a friend that Lucas was talking to Jonathan Taylor Thomas a few weeks ago. Just letting you know.
Wonder if anybody'll actually read this...... by Paradox118	May 22nd, 1999 06:54:09 PM
I doubt anybody will be reading this since it's pretty far down on this huge list but just in case I felt I could share my opinion. Sure, DeCaprio is hated. Not really his fault, but he is. He's just like a good song, after you hear it over and over you can't help but hate it. With all the attention he and Titanic was getting the backlash was inevitable. So, sure, the guys got talent. Sure, he CAN act. And, sure, he is annoying after about the thousanth time, just like everything else. Having said that I would like to point out that I think using him as Ani would be a VERY bad idea. Not because of reasons that most use, those of his just being Leo but the reasons of him being right for the part. Sure, he can act good enough for it but when you look at him do you see him as the type to be Darth Vader? No, you see the actor that you've seen millions of times before. It'd be enivitably difficult to get past the fact that he is VERY well known. It might be good to have someone less known so they'd be easier to buy as being the character. Maybe someone more brooding. And if you must go with a well known why not Ryan Phillipe? For some reason I can see him as being the more dark type... Just my humble opinion is all. Well that's about it so I guess I'll stop typing now...
Paradox by Foster Zygote	May 24th, 1999 02:13:32 PM
Well someone did read your oppinion and let me tell you it's nice to hear someone dissent from a position of well thought out reason for a change. I pretty much agree with you but at this point I'll bet that this rumor is pure crap.
Leo's chemistry with his "co-stars" by dillon	May 24th, 1999 07:05:26 PM
Granted this latest internet rumor-mill may be true, but as for chemistry (if Leo is going to be Anakin)you are insane if you think there would be chemistry between him and Ewan...Think again hotshot. Read PREMIERE. Leo represents the Hollywood bullshit that Ewan hates. He's a bitch. He doesn't get a nod for an Oscar... he doesn't come to the ceremony. "They're getting paid a lot of money to do a very easy job, so just get on with it"(quote from McGregor, PREMIERE, page 96).
You want your logical answer? by ronin23	May 24th, 1999 09:03:30 PM
Someone earlier asked why Leo shouldn't be cast. Here's why. Ewan McGregor could kick the crap out of him with one hand tied to his ankle and a dog humping his other leg. I don't care how good an actor Leo is he can't act his way into victory over Ewan. Obi-Wan is supposed to beat Vader by knocking him into lava; Leo's Vader would just get torn to shreds. Also, size does matter. Remember Anakin's ghost in Return of the Jedi - he was huge. This was Vader's true size. Leo's too small. And all of you mentioning wrestlers for Anakin, get a life, we need a good actor. Lucas should look to Broadway or another stage venue to get a true actor for the part - Star Wars has always been anti-Hollywood - keep it that way.
Leo as Anakin by TheDrew	May 24th, 1999 11:00:34 PM
Honestly, I don't see what the big panic is. I hate Leo as much as a lot of people do, and I agree that he is pretty damn small... but it all depends on how much time is supposed to have passed between Episodes One and Two...As for the comments about Leo's grace, that's no big deal, as long as he's given the proper training. Hell, they made Arnold graceful enough to look natural whipping around a broadsword for Conan. And back to the size thing, Anakin/Vader is supposed to have an incredible amount of those Force-cells, whatever they're called, and once he goes Dark, he could manipulate those to increase his size, I would think. If the Force can be used to heal, why not to grow?
DiCaprio??! I have a SOLUTION! by LarryX	May 24th, 1999 11:17:09 PM
No porblem, just let him play Anakin... only one condition applies: He must wear Darth Vader helmet and breathing equipment during ALL the movie. Some problems arise though... romance. How could he kiss Natalie wearing such an outfit? and worse yet, how could he procreate?. I've never noticed if the appropiate openings are in place in Vader's suit. Worse still, he should appear wearing the suit from the start... Well guys, NOW we have a problem! Any ideas?
Star Wars on TV... weekly!!! by Boii-5	May 24th, 1999 11:36:04 PM
An idea for FOX: what vehicle (if done correctly) will sucede X-Files and blow the Star Trek franchise out of the water? Star Wars!! Before you start yappin' listen up: 5000 years before Episode 1 there was a far away galaxy that was not so long ago (relatively speaking). The comics "Tales Of The Jedi" open a potential for teleplays that can feed a TV show for at least 3 seasons. Yup! Each half season can focus on a couple of Jedi (male, female, or otherwise) and each season finale can tie those with a new set of Jedi [stories]. Plots? Rise and fall of the Sith Empire, rise of the Galactic Republic, trials & tests of the individual Jedi and the council. CGI? Up the wazoo! Giving you eye candy while you esconce yourself in deep character development. Using guest cast and crew when available, good writers and George Lucas' staff to ensure fidelity with the Lucasfilm master template. How about that for television! No more humanoid aliens from "Trek", english-speaking humans from "SG1", "B5" reruns, or dull storylines in "Earth Final Conflict". I invite your comments... in fact, I encourage them!!!
Anakin at 15... read on!!! by Boii-5	May 25th, 1999 12:04:23 AM
The aforementioned is a parody of the "James at 15" TV show from the early '70s. ANYWAY... Rick Schroeder is too old for the part. The Queen is older the Ani so a younger looking actor is needed. How about Joaquin Phoenix, Ryan Slater, maybe Nate Richert (with some further coaching). However, if you watch DiCaprio in everything except "Titanic" you may accept him as a likely candidate. He falls in the age bracket and he towers over Natalie Portman. Remember, Vader was a tall dude! Some coaxing and he can no doubt display a developing dark side. Food for thought.
leo as anakin by sngbrrd	May 25th, 1999 01:52:44 AM
Leo might do well as anikan. He can act very well and he looks like an older version of Jake. He also looks like he could be the father of Luke, who was what some might call a pretty boy too! Same build, same hair color and close in height. Someone already said it but Darth Vader was mostly machine, that could have been where most of his height came from. There could be many reasons. As far as his age is concerned, well, who is to say that the queen just isnt aging more gracefully, or that anakin doesn't look older from getting more sun. He is after all from a desert planet. Come on guys, keep an open mind. Lucas has always used good judgement before, he won't disappoint you now. Give him the benefit of the doubt that he might know what he is doing after making four Star Wars already. Let him express his vision, after all he is going to give you the first three installments you've been waiting for. Give him a break! Let's show him a little gratitude for all his effort, it can't be an easy undertaking.
Leonardo is the perfect Anakin Skywalker. by dpn	May 25th, 1999 03:38:18 AM
At this point of his career, Leonardo DiCaprio doesn't need Star Wars to further boost his popularity. Likewise, George Lucas doesn't need Leonardo to further the ticket sales of Star Wars. So for GL to cast Leo as Anakin & for Leo to do the part means only one thing, that Leo is the perfect actor to be Anakin. All those who bash Leo should bear in mind that he's much, much better than all those who have been mentioned/considered for the part. He's simply the greatest actor of this generation. He can bring the "humanity" that critics said is lacking in Episode 1 and help make Star Wars all the more worthy of our time, money & effort.
Leo as Anakin brings chills to my spine. by Frank_Potch	May 26th, 1999 11:59:18 AM
I believe that I am not alone in saying that if Leo were to be Anakin in the movies it would ruin the film and many people would not go to see it ever. I have seen every Star Wars movie on opening day and am devoted to seeing it suceed but to have that queer as the lead role would make the entire show unappealing to myself and others that I have takled to. Thank you and good day.
Screaming teenage girls by Amos	May 28th, 1999 08:38:24 PM
Okay, I have something to say to the Leo haters who say they can't stand all the giggly girls they would have to deal with in the theaters if Leo was cast as Anakin. I'm a chick, and I can tell you right now that IF Leo is cast as Anakin, I can GUARANTEE you right now that by the time Episodes II and III are made, all the little giggly, screaming teenage girls you are complaining about now will have moved on to bigger and better things (and better guys), they will have matured a lot, and Titanic will probably be all but forgotten. SO, by the time the next prequel came out, these same giggly girls would be like, "Oh - he's that guy from Titanic. I used to like him. Yawn." Look - ALL girls go through this giggly, screaming stage at some point in their lives. Look at the reaction to the Beatles, Duran, Duran, etc. I went through this little phase, too. And I moved on and matured. I assure you it's a hormonal thing, and they can't do anything about it any more than you guys can do anything about...other stuff. So please stop complaining about the little screaming girls. I PROMISE you they won't care about Leo anymore by the time the next prequels come out, they will have come back to the real world, and you'll still be waiting in line a month before to see the next new Star Wars prequel.
Who is the greater fool? The fool - or - the fool who follows hi by saavik	Jun 6th, 1999 04:25:51 PM
Quoted from the great and wise Obi-Wan Kenobi. I can't believe that something soooo stupid would possibly be done. What happened to the better, almost 'no-name' actors that have made all of the other Star Wars Movies GREAT!? There is no way that Leo Diecaprio would make a good Anakin. And though I am normally very good about language I say... Let Leo rot in some foreign beach and to Hell with him In the SW Universe. I will boycott Leo in SWII if it comes to that.
Get real ppl!!! by 4LEO!	Jun 8th, 1999 04:17:59 AM
LEONARDO IS A PROMISING ACTOR! IF LEO DIDN'T HAVE HIS GOOD LOOKS/BOYISH TYPE, DIDN'T HAVE HIS POPULARITY, I THINK MOST OF THE ANTI-LEOS WOULD THINK TWICE BEFORE SAYING ANYTHING AGAINST HIM. YOU OBVIOUSLY CAN'T BLAME THOSE GIRLS WHO SCREAMS FOR HIM. THAT'S BASICALLY AN ATTRACTION. NATURE HAS FAVORED MORE WOMEN THAN MEN. PUTTING LEO IN THE SPOTLIGHT AT THE PEAK OF HIS SUCCESS WOULD DRAW MUCH OF THE CROWD-- THAT'S GOOD NEWS FOR MOVIE PRODUCERS! WHY WAS HE CHOSEN AS THE TITANIC STAR? BECAUSE HE HAD THE APPEAL AND HE HAD THE RIGHT CHARISMA. LEO-ANAKIN? COOL! I'M A BIG STAR WARS FAN AND ALSO A LEO FAN! IMAGINE! TWO HOTSHOTS IN ONE, NOT TO MENTION THE FABULOUS CAST IN EPISODE ONE INCLUDED IN EPISODE TWO. BUT THEN, GEORGE LUCAS HAS THE FINAL ANSWER. WE MIGHT AS WELL WAIT FOR HIS ANNOUNCEMENT. IF LEO WILL NOT BE CAST AS ANAKIN, THAT WILL BE FINE WITH ME AS LONG AS EPISODE @ LIVE UP TO MY EXPECTATIONS. IF LEO WILL BE CAST, SO MUCH THE BETTER.
Anakin casting by MaraJade	Jun 9th, 1999 11:28:10 PM
ITA w/cysurf..Jonathon Jackson would make a great Anakin....his first film was Deep End of the Ocean, but is better known for his role as Lucky on General Hospital (yes a soap opera!) and recently won an Emmy for that role. He would definitely be better than Leonardo!
what would be cooler..... by evilincarnate	Jun 16th, 1999 12:42:27 PM
If George Lucas likes surprises so much, then he should cast a middleaged black guy to play Anakin in episodes 2 and 3. They should get Mykelti Williamson who played bubba to play him. that would just give the movie this total "what the fuck?" quality. I mean seriously, can you imagine how cool that would be?
Di Caprio, Di Schmaprio by Scheer	Jun 27th, 1999 06:04:27 AM
Did you like the other four Star Wars movies? Okay... Did you think that maybe George should have had a little outside guidance in making the greatest fantasy epic in film? I didn't either. In fact I never doubted that Episode I would be just as pleasing as I needed it to be. I think George has done great so far. In concert with most of the concerns I've read in this section, my first pick (if I'm the one who gets to pick)wouldn't be Di Caprio. My pick is, of course, more obvious: Brad Renfro. But if George doesn't pick Renfro, then there is a reason, and it's reason enough for me. Drop the bias, shall we?
No! This bias we shall hold on to FOREVER! by Wolfpack	Jul 26th, 2006 08:21:37 PM

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