Are you guys ready to see Jared Leto appear on the big screen as a pale white skinned killer machine based on a comic book character? No it’s the new Batman film or Gotham Sirens film.
It’s Valiant Comics’ very own Bloodshot.
Yeah, I’m scratching my head too.
Although it’s not uncommon for actors to jump between comic book franchise, I.E. Chris Evan, Ben Affleck, or Ryan Reynolds -this one was out of left field.
Valiant Comics is getting ready to jump into the comic book franchise game with their large selection of comic books characters like Harbinger, X-O Manowar, and of course Bloodshot.
According to Deadline, Jared Leto is now in talks to play Angeleo Mortalli AKA Bloodshot and to be directed by Blur Studio VFX artist Dave Wilson who has done work on Avengers: Age of Ultron and Deadpool. Eric Heisserer, the screenwriter behind Arrival, is set to write the film.
Leto is one many actors on the short list of potentially taking over the role. The list so far includes, Oscar Isaac, James McAvoy, Jake Gyllenhall, Nicholas Hoult, and Mark Wahlberg.
Bloodshot is the Valiant Comics attempt to kick off their comic film franchise and set to be a serious contender that’s sure to give Marvel and DC a run for their money.
For those not in the know:
Bloodshot is a former soldier with powers of regeneration and meta-morphing made possible through nanites injected into his blood. After having his memory wiped numerous times, Bloodshot is out to discover who he really is and get vengeance on those who did this to him. Bloodshot’s bloodstream contains a billion nanocomputers, enabling him to heal from injuries quickly, interface with technology, and shape shift his mass.
Do you guys think Leto is the right pick to play the role? Let us know below!