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4-16-06 Marvel
Academy-Award(R) Nominee Edward Norton to Star in Marvel Studios' THE
INCREDIBLE HULK
Two-time Academy Award(R) nominee Edward Norton has signed on to play
Bruce Banner, who transforms into Marvel's renowned, larger-than-life Super
Hero, The Hulk in Marvel Studios' action-packed, new big screen adaptation of
THE INCREDIBLE HULK. The film, which is being directed by Louis Leterrier and
distributed by Universal Pictures, is scheduled to smash into theaters on June
13, 2008.
"Edward Norton is a rare talent and one of the most versatile actors in the
business. His ability to transform into a particular role makes him the ideal
choice to take on the character of Bruce Banner/The Hulk. Edward is perfectly
suited to bring one of the most popular and important Marvel icons to the big
screen in a new and exciting way," said Kevin Feige, President of Production,
Marvel Studios.
Under the visionary direction of Louis Leterrier (Transporter 2, Unleashed), The
Incredible Hulk will return to the roots of the long-running comic series and
television show.
The story unfolds when the pursuit for The Hulk - the world's most
misunderstood, primal force of fury - heats up, finding Bruce Banner on the run
attempting to cure his condition before his pursuers capture him.
Edward Norton is widely recognized as one of Hollywood's most multifaceted
actors. Having appeared in more than 20 films to date, he has garnered numerous
accolades, including two Academy Award nominations. He received a Best Actor nod
for his portrayal of a former Neo-Nazi in American History X, as well as
Supporting Actor recognition for his role opposite Richard Gere in Primal Fear.
He will next been seen in Pride and Glory (co-starring Colin Farrell). Other
film credits include: Fight Club, The Painted Veil, The Illusionist, The Score,
25th Hour, Frida, Death to Smoochy, and The People vs. Larry Flynt.
Filming is slated to begin in Toronto this summer.
The Incredible Hulk film is being produced by Avi Arad, Gale Anne Hurd and Kevin
Feige and will be executive produced by Jim Van Wyck, David Maisel, Ari Arad and
Stan Lee. Mr. Norton is represented by Brian Swardstrom of Endeavor.
Universal Pictures will distribute the film domestically and in various
international territories.
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