: Then he returns Lex to the prison rock pile and gives him to the guards. Warden In the 1978 movie Superman: The Movie, Lex Luthor is purely motivated by money, as well as the desire to swindle as tremendous a fortune as possible to prove his genius. Superman The Movie (1978) Starring Marlon Brando/Jor-El Gene Hackman/Lex Luthor Christopher Reeve/Clark Kent/Superman Margot Kidder/Lois Lane [Luthor points to a map of California and the San Andreas Fault on the floor]. : Sick. Lex Luthor Watch the ground! But the level of *specific* radioactivity is so high, to anyone from the planet Krypton, this substance is *lethal*! Lex Luthor : Superman It all fits somehow, his coming here to Metropolis. You were great in your day, Superman. In his commentary for the 2006 DVD release of Superman III, Ilya Salkind denied any ill will between Margot Kidder and his production team and denied the claim that her part was cut for retaliation. So, there you go, 'M'. After journeying to the Fortress of Solitude, Luthor learns of the existence of General Zod and the other Kryptonian criminals Ursa and Non. Lex Luthor : You are really sick. Otis Because of his Oscar-winning performance in director Bryan Singer's film The Usual Suspects (1995), and friendship with the director, Spacey was the only actor considered for Luthor. : We'll give her a spot on the map. Others can read the ingredients on a chewing gum wrapper and unlock the secrets of the universe. Their car is picked up by Superman much to their dismay. : Otis is the incompetent henchman of Lex Luthor. [thinks for a second] I... knew you'd never accept an invitation to tea. ...in spite of those catlike reflexes. Neanderthal! With Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando. So director Richard Donner made a deal with Hackman that if he shaved off his mustache, he would shave off his own. He steps onto his balcony to see Superman flying into the prison yard, holding Luthor & Otis by the scruff of their jackets]. : Nick Nolte and Rex Harrison would both turn it down. Do you think it's the genuine article? | A sick, twisted dreamer. On that end, he was nominated for a BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role, only to lose to John Hurt in Midnight Express. There's a kind of cruel justice about it. : The self importance of the first half doesn't quite gel with the broad comedy of the second, so from that point of view, I'm much happier with the sequel. My robe! Tell me something, Lex, why do so many people have to die for the crime of the century? Although Luthor nearly kills Superman using kryptonite, Superman escapes with the help of Teschmacher. Ugh. Perhaps the filmmakers agreed with Spielberg's famous statement that "Jaws" would work better the longer he kept the shark off the screen. Who is it, Superman? You're a dreamer, Lex Luthor. Marlon Brando would eventually be cast as Jor-El, causing Gene Hackman to be cast as Luthor as he wanted desperately to work with Brando. Miss Teschmacher Superman (1978) (aka Superman: The Movie) d. Richard Donner, 143 minutes, 127 minutes (video), 151 minutes (restored and expanded) Film Plot Summary. Gene Hackman's[11][12] portrayal[13][14][15][16][17] is a notable departure from the comic book incarnations. Robert Redford was offered the part, but he felt he was too famous and was not right for the role, as did Burt Reynolds. Because life with me is never dull. Lex Luthor : Lex Luthor Yes. Two hundred feet below? : "Otisburg"? Gee, Mr. Luthor. You know... are we going to Addis Ababa, Mr. Luthor? Oh, no, no, that would be too obvious, I grant you. Everything on *this* side of the line is just hundreds and hundreds of miles of worthless desert land. : Nincompoop! They're saved, however, when a passing coin collector points out that Ned's penny is only one of two in the entire world, worth $3.5 million. Superman : Lex Luthor You were followed again. [Superman thinks he has found the detonator with which to stop Luthor's missiles] Superman What more could anyone ask? A little piece of the rock you were born on. : : Lex Luthor : [to Superman] : California. Lex, my mother lives in Hackensack. Just a little town. Miss Teschmacher, how many girls do you know who have a Park Avenue address like this one? Some people can read War and Peace and come away thinking it's a simple adventure story. Superman exploits this weakness eventually, destroying Nuclear Man. He was portrayed by Ned Beatty, who voiced Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear in Toy Story 3, and Tortoise John in Rango, and also played Charles Meachum in Shooter. Looks like a burnoose. There's a strong streak of good in you, Superman. 'N' as in neanderthal, nincompoop, nitwit and 'L' as in ladder! It's amazing that brain can generate enough power to keep those legs moving. You're really sick. : Superman It's a pity he couldn't see from such humble beginnings how I've created this empire. Directed by Richard Donner. : Lex Luthor It's a little bitty place! And at this particular time. Everything west of this line is the richest, most expensive real estate in the world: San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco. : With the choice to give a more prominent role to Lana Lang, Lois' part was reduced for story reasons. here. : Lex Luthor Huh? : During My Life, Stark Hesseltine told Christopher Reeve that he had been asked to audition for the leading role as Clark Kent/Superman in the big budget film Superman. See more ideas about superman, christopher reeve superman, superman movies. Lynn Stalmaster, the casting director, put Reeve's picture and résumé on the top of the pile three separate times, only to have the producers throw it out each time. : [33] After Margot Kidder publicly criticized the Salkinds for their treatment of Donner, the producers reportedly "punished" the actress by reducing her role in Superman III to a brief appearance. [DELETED SCENE: at his underground manor, Luthor is playing the piano and singing] Now, call me foolish, call me irresponsible... Lex Luthor Otis! Technical Specs, [Superman thinks he has found the detonator with which to stop Luthor's missiles], [swimming in the pool, listening to news broadcasts about Superman], [Lex gets out of the pool, and stops at the top step. We all have our little faults. : : "Costa del Lex", "Luthorville", "Otisburg"... Lex Luthor In the film, Luthor never takes off his wig. Lex Luthor Incorporated! Now. : The radioactive villain possesses abilities similar to Superman, but receives his power from direct sunlight, whereas Superman can still operate in darkness. 17 of the 24 added minutes were utilized by ABC for its 1984 network premiere. : When Lex asked how Superman defeated his creation, Superman stated that he found out about Nuclear Man's weakness of being made from sunlight and used it to his advantage. [laughing] An empire? [He signals for Otis to drop Eve, which the henchman does. : [20] Spacey's version of Luthor has the same comically exaggerated vanity and pompous arrogance of the earlier Gene Hackman version, as well as the same strong interest in real estate, but Spacey's version is far less campy and more serious. Miss Teschmacher Right... Lex Luthor WHY? Know what I mean? You would take a diaper pin to cut a baby's throat. Do you know why the number two hundred is so vitally descriptive to both you and me? With Brando and Hackman absent from Superman III, Reeve was finally given first billing. Right. : : Otis In most of the films of this franchise, Luthor's main business interest is real estate speculation. [smiles] Okay, I'll just wipe it off, that's all. : : : You mean, fire and bullets can't hurt this guy, but this stuff here... Miss Teschmacher Luthor plots to divert a nuclear missile into hitting the San Andreas fault, causing California to sink into the ocean, thereby turning its neighboring states into prime beachfront property. "OTISBURG"? I think these 2 men should be safe here with you now till they can get a fair trial. An alien orphan is sent from his dying planet to Earth, where he grows up to become his adoptive home's first and greatest superhero. Oh. Lex, you're sick. Now this is California. , Only one thing alive with less than four legs can hear this frequency, Superman, and that's you. It offers nearly everything: romance, action, humor, and plenty of goose bumps. 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