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Thursday, October 6, 2011

Downey as Perry Mason


Raymond Burr as Perry Mason
Ribert Downey Jr.
Variety is reporting that Robert Downey Jr. is getting together with Warner Bros. to make a movie in which Downey will star as Perry Mason. According to the article, the film will be set in the 1930s; that means it could have more of a Chinatown feel than the popular B&W TV series did. Here’s hoping Downey doesn’t decide to subvert the Mason character the same way he did Sherlock Holmes. For those under 50 who are wondering who the hell I’m talking about, take a look at this.

1 comment:

PW said...

Since unexpectedly emerging as a box-office draw, Downey's become increasingly smug, both on and off the screen. Ironically, that smugness could help his portrayal of Perry Mason. Still, he's an unusual choice for the role.