Stephen of Borg 2 Posted October 18, 2007 We have received word that Chris Pine has been confirmed to play the role of James T. Kirk in the new "Star Trek” movie directed by J.J. Abrams. As previously reported, Pine had been in talks for the coveted iconic role, but had a potential scheduling conflict. Today's confirmation ends speculation on whether the actor would choose "Star Trek” over another film he was offered called "White Jazz,” to be directed by Joe Carnahan and starring George Clooney. Carnahan's own blog dropped strong hints that Pine chose "Trek" over his film, but the details of his signing on to the Trek movie have not been finalized until now. The 27-year-old Pine is one of Hollywood's hottest young actors right now, gaining prominent attention as Lindsay Lohan's love interest in "Just My Luck" and as a neo-Nazi assassin in Carnahan's "Smokin' Aces." His father, Robert Pine, has played a couple of roles in Star Trek ("Liria," "Tavin") and performed with Michael Dorn on CHiPs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kor37 9 Posted October 18, 2007 He has a Trek legacy. Thats a good sign! Can't wait for this movie to be made! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephen of Borg 2 Posted October 18, 2007 indeed! I liked that as well I love that they are casting no names, that way people will only know him as Kirk when they watch the movie. They chose Christopher Reeve as Superman for the same reasons. One of the people considered for Superman was Robert Redford, but they knew that if he were chosen, people would say "look, it's Robert Redford" and not Superman. The same thing applies here, since people aren't that familiar with these actors, there will be a less likely chance of, "hey, it's...." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jadziaezri 0 Posted October 18, 2007 NO NAMES!!! what about bana? just kidding Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stephen of Borg 2 Posted October 18, 2007 I mean the majority, there are some famous names, but a lot of them are "who?" Which I like. Just like when Zachary Quinto was cast, a lot of people didn't know who that was. Some still don't. That is the way to go Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gummy 0 Posted October 18, 2007 I didn't realize that he was Bob Pine's son. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jadziaezri 0 Posted October 18, 2007 oh so many pine jokes came to mind. but i will leave them for the pun master, trekz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A l t e r E g o 9 Posted October 18, 2007 Here they are side-by-side Yeah, I can see it. Question is can he act 'Kirk'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theunicornhunter 2 Posted October 18, 2007 I've never seen him in anything but I like the pictures I've seen of him - he looks like he could be a young Kirk. This is the only actor chosen I've had somewhat positive feelings about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
