Hmm, does this mean Superman won't be circumcised?
Russell Crowe, who recently made headlines for his foreskin-removal rant, is in negotiations to play Jor-El in the franchise reboot Man of Steel, per Variety.
Marlon Brando portrayed Superman's biological father on Krypton in the original 1978 film starring Christopher Reeve.
Now, as for Supes' costume...
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Earlier this week, DC Comics gave fans their first look at a redesign of the beloved superhero's costume--look, no red underwear!--as part of a new relaunch of the Supeman series. The new get-up features beading along the top portion and what appears to be some kind of below-the-knees armor/boot combo.
No word yet from filmmakers if they will opt for the old-school tights or new look ( paging Wonder Woman ).
Meanwhile, if the deal indeed goes through, Crowe would join an already stellar cast that includes Henry Cavill, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane and Amy Adams.