has anyone heard this?

**Don Boycik** · 22nd April 2003, 10:16 AM

has anyone heard this? i read in a thread from someone that they heard C.Lee is gnna be in Tim Burton's new movie has anyone heard this? they said they i think read it somewhere maybe they heard it somewhere i forgot what he said. but has anyone heard this?an the thread is at the internet movie data base in the post how many movies have U seen of of Christopher lee? actually i started that post. but anwys i'm just want 2 prove this guy wrong unless someone has heard any news that is?

**Don Boycik** · 27th April 2003, 11:09 AM

here's an update of what i heard. tim burton said it himself. so i don't know if it's true or not though. i mean he may have been joking when he said it. but if anybody hears anything be sure 2 post it. will yA? it as on his official webiste i am told but it's not there anymore.

LCD · 2nd May 2003, 10:38 PM

Sometimes I don't keep up with all the news. What is this new movie of Tim Burton's?

**Don Boycik** · 3rd May 2003, 08:29 AM

i think it's called THE BIG FISH i'm not sure though U would have 2 use THE INTERNET MOVIE DATABASE to be certain.

Kalle · 4th May 2003, 01:08 PM

The Big Fish already wrapped filming in Alabama, USA.. if Mr Lee had visited there we probably would have heard of it

read here

http://www.montgomeryadvertiser.com/specia...tylefish26w.htm

But... "The cast and much of the crew will reunite Monday to shoot for several days in Paris, the only location outside of Alabama where the film will be shot. "

If Mr Lee would indeed be in the film, thats where he would probably film his stuff.. I know Tim Burton loves Lee so surely he would want him to be in his film if there is a part for him to play... lets hope so

Karlofforn · 27th May 2003, 04:04 PM

I was the one who brought this rumor to the attention of Stimpy. I heard it from somewhere and from someone. I have NO idea if it is true or not, but it made perfect sence because Mr. Burton DOES admire old time horror actors such as Mr. Lee.

LCD · 27th May 2003, 04:26 PM

What is the film all about?

Karlofforn · 27th May 2003, 04:30 PM

Here is the Plot and Cast from IMDB:

Summary:
The story revolves around a dying father and his son, who is trying to learn more about his dad by piecing together the stories he has gathered over the years. The son winds up re-creating his father's elusive life in a series of legends and myths inspired by the few facts he knows. Through these tales, the son begins to understand his father's great feats and his great failings.

Directed by Tim Burton

Starring:

Ewan McGregor
Albert Finney
Billy Crudup
Jessica Lange
Alison Lohman
Helena Bonham Carter
Steve Buscemi
Danny DeVito
Robert Guillaume
Missi Pyle
Glenn Shadix

and maybe, if rumors are true, the great Christopher Lee!!!

**Stacie Herman-Laurence** · 27th May 2003, 06:59 PM

Did I hear that Tim Burton was doing the remake of Willy Wonka???

Maybe Mr. Lee could do a wonderful Slugworth/Mr. Wilkinson??

Karlofforn · 27th May 2003, 07:31 PM

YES!!!! In fact I suggested Mr. Lee for Slugworth on IMDB!!!!!!! He would be perfect in that role!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can just picture it:

"Hello my dear boy. I am Arthur Slugworth from Slugworth sweets."

27th May 2003, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Did I hear that Tim Burton was doing the remake of Willy Wonka???

Maybe Mr. Lee could do a wonderful Slugworth/Mr. Wilkinson??

That would be fun, I like that film, and yes Slugworth would be the perfect part for Mr. Lee.

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Karlofforn · 27th May 2003, 07:59 PM

Here is how I'd cast it, its a bit expensive but it works:

Wonka - Martin Short
Grandpa - Martin Landau
Charlie - New Face
Augustous -Kyle Sullivan
Violet - Daveigh Chase
Mike - Spencer Treat Clark
Veruca - Emma Watson
Candy Shop owner- Tim Curry
Slugworth- Christopher Lee (of course!!)
Charlie's Mom-Elizabeth Perkins
Veruca's Dad- Glenn Shadix or Richard Griffiths
Augustou's Mom- Kathy Kinney
Violet's Dad- Tommy Lee Jones
Mike's Mom- Kathy Najimy
The Tinker- Gene Wilder

27th May 2003, 08:06 PM

That's some cast you got there.

No one picked for Charlie?

May be Mr. Lee could have a singing part, what with that lovely voice of his.

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**Stacie Herman-Laurence** · 27th May 2003, 08:07 PM

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The Tinker- Gene Wilder

Very nice cameo opportunity! Gotta have him in there somewhere. :)

**Trevor Ball** · 27th May 2003, 09:40 PM

I know one of the stars of the original film, Paris Themmen, who played Mike Teevee!!

He's a member of eBay, see his auctions here.