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Post by Timothy on May 15, 2006 22:52:21 GMT -5
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Post by Timothy on May 15, 2006 22:53:39 GMT -5
I will copy and paste in order the replies from the link so that we will not lose this interview permanently...
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Post by Timothy on May 15, 2006 22:56:53 GMT -5
Here's the entire transcript of the thread... Hello to all! DC has the opportunity to interview Paul Molnar who played The Joker on the very amazing fan film 'Patient J'. If you haven't watched this film yet (which you are sinning if you haven't) you can repent for your sins by downloading the film here. www.batinthesun.com/
Post your questions for Mr.Molnar here! WHOA, this is awesome. I saw this film a couple weeks ago and it's got to be one of the best fan films I've seen (it's up there with Tomorrow's Memoir and Batman: New Times) Mr. Molnar, I loved your protrayal of the Joker and you, by far, gave the best protrayal of the Joker that I've seen in a live action fan film. Terrifying, charismatic, funny, intelligent. Just a few questions: 1) Are you a Batman fan yourself? 2) What are your favorite protrayals of the characters (in comics, television, and/or films?) 3) What versions of the Joker helped influenced your protrayal of the Joker, if any? 4) The Joker is going to be the next villain in the Batman Begins sequel. As an actor who's played the role before, what are your thoughts on how he should be protrayed in the film and/or who should protray him? Alrite after several problems with my crap that passes as a computer...i finally saw it. Needless to say...that was insane. Most the time if there's a fan film i pass it up b/c the trouble caused by my comp is not worth the film...ohh but this one. This One! One of the single greatest batman films ever...my questions.. 1. Stupidly enough...what's the title and artist of that song at the end? i just can't place it. 2. Did you base your voice on Mark Hamil's from BTAS or any other performance, batman related or otherwise? 3. Was there any single comic work that you based your interpretation of Joker on or did u just wing it and do what you wanted? This is much like Dr. Crane's third question above. 4. Where did you buy that snazzy purple suit? and does it come in Large? Excellent questions so far guys! Just keep them coming. I got some sleep and thought about it more after telling a dozen ppl at school to watch it. I first of all want to thank Mr. Paul Molnar...Lately i've become disinterested in Joker. I've accepted the Matsuda version of Joker (not bad really just not the joker i knew and loved). And recently in comics Joker's gotten the short end of the stick (or crowbar) and played backseat while some writers decided to make some B list villains into A listers. So thank you Mr. Molnar for bringin the Joker back into my life and showing me he's still alive, now more than ever. Some more questions... 1. What type of protstetics/ make up did you use for the film and how long did it take to get the look? 2. Any chance for a two face film? Heres the interview guys. Its really great!
"WHOA, this is awesome. I saw this film a couple weeks ago and it's got to be one of the best fan films I've seen (it's up there with Tomorrow's Memoir and Batman: New Times)
Mr. Molnar, I loved your protrayal of the Joker and you, by far, gave the best protrayal of the Joker that I've seen in a live action fan film. Terrifying, charismatic, funny, intelligent.
Just a few questions:
1) Are you a Batman fan yourself?
Yes, I'm a fan. I really enjoy the comics since "Year one" published in 1986. Before then the comics became dated the heroes of DC. Were over a half a century old. A massive revamping was clearly in
order. When Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli came in to play they
changed comics forever, giving them a Darker more detailed look. And a
lot more fun to read. They caused such a ripple in D.C. and in the
comic universe
it changed the way we see the dark night on film and on paper forever.
2) What are your favorite protrayals of the characters (in comics, television, and/or films?)
I would have to say any villains modern or old with character always
inspired me.
To name a few, Phantom of the Opera, Jekyll and Hyde, Gwynplaine,
Darth Vader, Freddy Kruger and Hannibal Lector. The list goes on.
In D.C. The joker is definitely one of my favorite characters, he is so
interesting and so complex. Two face is another complex character.
He's constantly struggles with the Bat and most importantly himself.
3) What versions of the Joker helped influenced your protrayal of the Joker, if any?
To be honest I knew the Joker but I didn't understand him. While this
was just a fan film, I am committed to my art and I did what I needed
to get in the right mind set. I wanted to really dedicate myself to
this role and did a lot of research.
What I discovered was the Joker is not just a guy in make up who pulls
deadly pranks and laughs a lot. No, Like I said before he is very
complex. I saw him as so much more. He is one of the most intelligent,
cynical, conniving, criminals / killer, ever created.
If you take a good look at the comic's example, The Killing Joke, Long
Halloween and, Dark Night. You see the thing this guy can and has
killed, rapped, assaulted, and tortured regardless of his victims age
or character profile. Joker does it with a smile on his face. And to
top it all off he has played a fool to the greatest detective of all
time. That shows he's not only MAD but also very smart.
The joker has no origin he must reinvent himself. That's why some
days he's a mischievous clown, and others a psychopathic killer. He
has NO REAL PERSONALITY. He creates himself each day. HE SEES HIMSELF
AS THE LORD OF MISRULE, AND THE WORLD AS A THEATER OF THE ABSURD. "
So what I did to research for this role is I read comics on the
character I study actual criminal and homicide cases. I watched court
TV and volunteer my time a state hospital just so I can look in to the
eyes of a metal patience and hope to get a glimpse. Of what I was
looking for.
From there I incorporated my 3 favorite jokers jack Nicholson, Mark
Hamill and Cesar Romero into my performance. Because what i created was to
dark without the comic influence. I was thinking the fans would push away. The outcome was what
you see on the DVD.
4) The Joker is going to be the next villain in the Batman Begins sequel. As an actor who's played the role before, what are your thoughts on how he should be protrayed in the film and/or who should protray him? "
Well, That is an excellent question and I am asked that a lot lately.
A few weeks ago I attended the LA Comic Convention at the Shrine.
I was asked if I would be interested in auditioning for the Begins
sequel. I told the fans
I never thought about it before because when it comes to performing,
I have always been more involved in theater than film. But if im ask
to audition the answer would be yes, it would be a challenge I would
gladly accepted and I believe I can portray the character as he needs
to be seen. Realistically I know the competition is fierce.
The only advantage I would have is my relation to
Julius MolnarJr., who played Gwynplaine from the 1928 film man who laughs.
In fact! That's where Bob Kane got the inspiration for the joker. That's where patient j 1928 was born. Other then that.
There would be not much hope in getting an audition just a fool's hope.
I do hope, whoever they cast it is somebody with the skills, who fits the
stats and, someone who's done his homework on the Joker. I obviously
now have an inner passion for the Joker. I also hope that a celebrity's
character status does not overwhelm the Joker character. It would be a
shame if people saw a celebrity person instead of seeing the Joker
himself.
Something like that can take away so much from the performance. It is
better to cast a nobody so all you see is the character.
Example Hugh Jackman, before X man he was a nobody. It was great when
Wolverine came on the screen all you saw was Wolverine. You really
believed in him. Or look at the new superman Brandon Routh. these are great examples.
There is no question Christopher Nolan knows his
stuff. I'm sure whoever he picks will be the right person to play the
Clown Prince of Crime.
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Next questions come from arkham16:
"Most the time if there's a fan film i pass it up b/c the trouble caused by my comp is not worth the film...ohh but this one. This One!
One of the single greatest batman films ever...my questions..
1. Stupidly enough...what's the title and artist of that song at the end? i just can't place it.
Thanks arkham16 that's very cool of you to say I'm glad you enjoyed
it. And thank you for watching it. The song you seek is by Nat king
Cole called smile;)
2. Did you base your voice on Mark Hamil's from BTAS or any other performance, batman related or otherwise?
I was always a fan of the animated series and yes Mark Hamill did have
an influence on my voice. I think he nailed it. It's exactly how I
would imagine the Joker's voice to be. But the way, I tried to
manipulated the voice with soft slow speech at times. It was more of
Hannibal Lector meets Freddy Kruger influence.
What was most important was the jokers voice had to have an annoying teasing sound to it.
A sound you would cringe to if heard.
3. Was there any single comic work that you based your interpretation of Joker on or did u just wing it and do what you wanted? This is much like Dr. Crane's third question above.
Well, Your right. Its much like the other question but since you put
in time to write it I will answer it. ...The comics, Long Halloween, the
Killing Joke, Arkham, Death in the family, Detective comics, Mad love,
and punch line. to name a few
4. Where did you buy that snazzy purple suit? and does it come in Large?"
Ha! It was so long ago I got that suit over 10 years ago. I honestly
cant remember where I purchased it but I think I bought it for a
wedding or some kind of an event as a joke. Can't believe it still fits!
And arkham16 again:
"I got some sleep and thought about it more after telling a dozen ppl at school to watch it. I first of all want to thank Mr. Paul Molnar...Lately i've become disinterested in Joker. I've accepted the Matsuda version of Joker (not bad really just not the joker i knew and loved). And recently in comics Joker's gotten the short end of the stick (or crowbar) and played backseat while some writers decided to make some B list villains into A listers. So thank you Mr. Molnar for bringin the Joker back into my life and showing me he's still alive, now more than ever.
Some more questions...
1. What type of protstetics/ make up did you use for the film and how long did it take to get the look?
Arkham 16 I am so glade to here that. It really puts a smile on my
face to here my performance did justice to the character. To answer
your question
Aaron and I wanted to make sure the joker looked real no fake smile.
But still have that comic appeal.
So after a few tests we came up with what you see.
The make up took about 2 hours to apply.
The foam prostatic were 2 simple pieces that I created on my own. They
where applied by my friend Jeff West.
There was the nose piece that was just a small bridge with tip.
The second piece was the chin, a small extension to my own.
That's it. The rest was all me with a little make up airbrushed on.
Then we added a slight tint of green to the hair, and small details and
texture to the face, hands and feet. Then threw some contacts in and
wha-la! You have Mr. J.
2. Any chance for a two face film? "
Well I do love the character and it would be a great experience to
play Mr. Dent.
But I don't think I fit the stats. I'm 6'4 with a skinny build
Two face wouldn't fit the bill.
This goes out to all you fan:
All of you need to be thanked because I did not expect Patient J to be
such a big hit. I only agreed to the part because the joker always
intrigued me. He has such a theatrical back-round I knew I would enjoyed exploring
the character.
But! Because of you the fans, it's a success!! Let me thank you
personally for watching it. And passing it on to others. If any more
questions you can e-mail me at paulmatt28@aol.com. It sometimes takes
me time, but I will respond back.
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Personal NOTE
Thank you Luke for putting this together. It's important for me to
acknowledge all J fans and this makes it possible. Let me know when it will be posted.
If there's anything
you need don't hesitate to ask. Sincerely!
Paul Molnar
That's awesome! I never can get over when our bat celebs take time out for the fans. AND learning that Paul is related to the original inspiration is fantastic! That's awesome! I never can get over when our bat celebs take time out for the fans. AND learning that Paul is related to the original inspiration is fantastic! Ya man its amazing! I'm glad you enjoyed the interview. I'm glad u got it all set up Here's another hero, robin. Very nice interview and cool trivia on Molnar's relation to the actor who played the younger version of Conrad Veidt's character in The Man Who Laughs. |
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