EXPEND4BLES (Expendables 4)

[GeneChing]

Might as well get this thread started now. Jackie would be fun.

Stallone Says Jackie Chan is a Priority for THE EXPENDABLES 4
Louis Love
August 11, 2014



The Expendables 3 is set to open in theaters on August 13th. Just like the last two action epics the film hosts some of the biggest action stars in history. Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Wesley Snipes, Dolph Lundgren, Jason Statham, Harrison Ford and Jet Li to name just a few. Rumors were even circulating that legendary martial artist and actor Jackie Chan had a part in the movie but was unable to participate.

Last Saturday, Lionsgate hosted a press conference for the movie and a reporter asked Stallone if he planned on continuing to add Asian actors to the cast in future Expendables sequels. Stallone replied by saying “YES!” and that he really wanted Jackie Chan to be a part of the third film’s cast, but unfortunately, Chan’s schedule was so booked that he did not have as few as three days open in his schedule to do any filming. Stallone added that he will try his best to have him on board for the next film.

About the movie:

Barney augments his team with new blood for a personal battle: to take down Conrad Stonebanks, the Expendables co-founder and notorious arms trader who is hell bent on wiping out Barney and every single one of his associates.

“The Expendables 3″ opens nationwide on August 13th. The film stars Sylvester Stallone, Jason Statham, Harrison Ford, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Mel Gibson, Wesley Snipes, Dolph Lundgren, Randy Couture, Terry Crews, Kelsey Grammer, Glen Powell, Antonio Banderas, Victor Ortiz, Ronda Rousey, Kellan Lutz, Jet Li, Ivan Kostadinov, Robert Davi, Nikolav Stoyanov Ilchey, Daniel Angelov, Slavi Slavov, Dimiter Doichinov, Nikolay Stanoev, Harry Anichkin, Boswell Maloka, Natalie Burn, Velizar Binev, Sarai Givaty, Liubomir Simeonov, Frank Pesce and Thomas Canestraro. Sylvester Stallone, Creighton Rothenberger and Katrin Benedikt wrote the screenplay from a story by Sylvester Stallone, which is based on characters created by David Callaham. Patrick Hughes directs.

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[GeneChing]

I can hardly believe I'm saying this but if the Biebs joined, that would rekindle my interest in the franchise, just to see where they would go with it.

Gearing up for ‘The Expendables 4′: Justin Bieber, Jackie Chan to Join the Cast?
Posted by: Mehdi Khomein Abadi Posted date: August 31, 2014 In: World

On the heels of the recent August 15 release of The Expendables 3, it seems that writer and actor Sylvester Stallone is keen to do a fourth film. Rumors and speculation are already circulating the Internet about who will join the large ensemble cast for The Expendables 4, with several sources suggesting that pop music star Justin Bieber may be slated for a role. Jackie Chan has been talking about appearing as well, after being asked to join the cast previously but turning down the part.

The Expendables franchise features an ensemble of famous action stars such as Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jet Li, Jason Statham, Terry Crews, and Sylvester Stallone himself, who wrote the films. Other legendary actors such as Mel Gibson, Harrison Ford, Wesley Snipes, and Jean-Claude Van Damme have joined the cast in subsequent movies. The story features a team of hardened mercenaries as they travel the world fighting baddies, engaging in gun battles, and causing untold amounts of property damage.

The baby-faced pop star Justin Bieber may seem like an odd choice to join the cast of muscle-bound action stars, but Stallone did not deny the possibility. He told ET Online, “Anything is possible. . . . [Bieber] might put a beating on all of us. We don’t know.” Other cast members had their doubts, however, and cracked jokes at the suggestion of the pop singer being involved.

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There have also been talks of recruiting Chinese martial arts star Jackie Chan for The Expendables 4, although the actor said he would only be interested in a prominent role. He stated, “I don’t want to come out for five minutes, one fighting scene and gone.” Chan then joked, “They’re all good fighters, but I believe I can run faster than [all of them].” Stallone has expressed his desire to cast Chan in previous films, but the famous martial artist politely declined.

At the premiere of The Expendables 3 in Macau, Stallone stated his interest in filming the fourth installment at locations throughout Asia. “As we go on, we will continue to add more stars, more personalities, more athletes, more individuals around the world, not just Americans,” the star and series creator told interviewers. “They’ll be from all parts of the world. Hopefully, we’ll be able to film in Asia very soon.”

[BigChris]

I'm always holding out hope for Don 'The Dragon' Wilson and Cynthia Rothrock finding their way into this franchise but it's probably not going to happen.

[GeneChing]

As long as it's rated R.

Expendables 4 To Be Set In The Philippines Following Manny Pacquiao Joining The Cast; Vicious Rebel General To Be Role Of The Filipino Boxer?
BY Gunther Barbosa | Nov 26, 2014 04:04 AM EST


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It looks like new details about the upcoming Expendables 4 movie has been revealed following the news of Manny Pacquiao joining the cast.

The upcoming Expendables 4 movie would be set in the Philippines with Manny Pacquiao as one of the antagonists in the film.

In a report by Morrison Hennigan of The Movie Daily, some parts of the Expendables 4 movie would be set in the Philippines and Manny Pacquiao would play the role of a "vicious rebel general".

Youth Health Magazine previously reported that:

"During Pacquiao's match against Chris Algieri, Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger went to Manny Pacquiao's locker room to wish him good luck. But someone from Manny Pacquiao's camp affirmed that something more came up, Stallone and Schwarzenegger recruited the Filipino boxer to join the cast of The Expendables 4!"

"The Filipino champ allegedly accepted the offer and the two legends left the room with smiles on their faces."

" It is also worth noting that the other cast of the Expendables are thrilled to have Pacquiao in the roster, Terry Crews once stated, "Expendables 3, [with] Manny Pacquiao, you said it right now!" during an interview with Ricky Lo."

"Jean Claude Van Damme added, "That would be wonderful.""

In other Expendables 4 news, The Rock has already expressed his interest in joining the film. However, not as a member but as a villain!

The famous WWE superstar turned actor told a fan who asked him if he's interested in an "Expendables" movie, he enthusiastically answered:

"I don't want to be on their team and be buddies with them. **** that noise. I want to hunt every single one of them down and tell them to "send your soul to heaven cause your ass is mine," hinting screenwriters how he wanted to be written in the story.

Johnson then added that he would want to keep two Expendables members, Terry Crews who'll be his "pec popping contest" opponent and Rhonda Rousey to become his "training partner."

[BigChris]

Better Manny than bringing Ronda Rousey back, she was so overexposed by the time EX3 happened that it made me not want to see the movie.

[GeneChing]

It's an old post but it took several clicks to get at this source from a new post. Key point = 'Of course, the veracity of any and all Hulk Hogan claims are very much subject to doubt, but it’s still fun to follow whatever wackiness falls out of this guy’s mouth.'

Hulk Hogan Claims He’s Still Training For WrestleMania 32 And May Be In ‘The Expendables 4’
By Nathan Birch • 05.25.15



Hulk Hogan had some fun during a recent tour of Australia, saying in a variety of interviews that he was prepping for a big WrestleMania 32 match, and even claiming that he almost fought in UFC. Of course, the veracity of any and all Hulk Hogan claims are very much subject to doubt, but it’s still fun to follow whatever wackiness falls out of this guy’s mouth.

Well, good news: Hogan traveled abroad again, and he had some more interesting things to say. During a Q&A at the Body Pro Expo in Birmingham, England, Hogan indicated that he’s up for a major bad guy role in The Expendables 4…

“Was talking on the phone with Sly [Stallone] about doing The Expendables 4. We’re trying to figure out a way to maybe turn me into the most evil man in the world. Y’know, Stallone gave me my first break and he’s been a great friend. We had a great conversation, talking about the possibilities. Can I still run, can I still jump? Well, not as fast or not as high, but I think Hollywood could find a good stunt man to help me out.”

And fate screws poor Damien Sandow yet again. Should have gone with the Hogan cosplay, brother!

He also reiterated what he’s said about WrestleMania 32, adding that Vince McMahon has given him a personal challenge to get in shape for the show…

“I’m training for it. I’ve got the indoor attendance record with Andre the Giant, 93,000 people and I talked to Vince McMahon and he’s going to break the record next year. So, I told Vince I’ve got a big problem with that, I need to be card wrestling somebody. He challenged me to get in shape for WrestleMania, so that’s what I’m doing now. I’m down to 295 now. That’s how much I weighed when I was in high school. Trying to get ready, brother.”

I’m hoping Vince issued his challenge while waving his copy of Muscle & Fitness in Hogan’s face. You can check out a fan recording of the Hogan Q&A below. It really is a masterclass on being an old worker. He keeps things pretty down-to-earth, even self-effacing. Then, when you’re ready to believe him, he slips in “Stallone totally wants me to be the lead villain in Expendables 4.” Well done, brother.