Who Will Play the Next Kato in The Green Hornet?
Friday, July 17th, 2009Stephen Chow was originally supposed to help Seth Rogen direct The Green Hornet and act as Kato. First news came out that there were some differences and he was no longer filling the directing role and would instead just act as Kato. However recent news indicates that due to his schedule and other circumstances he may not act as Kato at all.
For those who don’t know about the show. It is about a pair of crime fighters and the sidekick KATO is played by Bruce Lee.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kato_(The_Green_Hornet)
Filling the shoes of a role Bruce Lee once played would be nothing short of a tall order, but it would be a great honor and privilege for whoever would play this role.
Well let’s see who might be an option for this role. Here are some choices from Ed Moy who writes for the examiner (http://www.examiner.com/x-4211-LA-Asian-American-Movie-Examiner~y2009m7d15-Who-will-play-Kato-in-Green-Hornet-movie).
Ken Jeong in “Role Models”
KEN JEONG
The doctor turned comedian turned actor has been in high demand since his breakthrough role as Dr. Kuni alongside Rogen and Katherine Heigl in “Knocked Up.”
He has since played memorable roles as King Argotron in “Role Models,” and Mr. Chow in “The Hangover.”
Jeong will also appear in several more comedies this year, including “The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard,” “Funny People,” and “All About Steve,” and “Couples Retreat.”
Roger Fan in “Drillbit Taylor”
ROGER FAN
Fan caught the eye of moviegoers playing the charismatic and manipulative Daric Loo in “Fast & Furious” director Justin Lin’s breakout indie feature “Better Luck Tomorrow.”
Fan also starred in, co-produced, and co-wrote the racy 17-minute short subject, “The Quest For Length,” a surprise film festival hit.
He has since starred as Michael Wang in “Ping Pong Playa,” co-starred with James Franco in “Annapolis,” and appeared in “Drillbit Taylor” as Bodyguard with knives.
Jet Li in “Hero”
JET LI
A Chinese wushu (martial arts) world champion several times, Li got his first part as a shaolin disciple in the film Shaolin “Temple.”
But most American moviegoers will recognize Li for appearing in action movies such as “Lethal Weapon 4,” “Romeo Must Die, “The Forbidden Kingdom,” and “The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor.”
He will also appear in Sly Stallone’s upcoming action flick “The Expendables.”
James Kyson Lee on “Heroes”
JAMES KYSON LEE
Best known for his role as “Ando” alongside star Masi Oka on NBC’s action drama “Heroes,” Lee has since expanded into movie roles, including a recent part in the Sci-Fi Channel original movie, “Star Runners.”
He was also rumored to have been offered the part of Mr. Sulu in J.J. Abrams reboot of “Star Trek.”
However, the role eventually went to John Cho when Lee was unable to take the part due to the fact, “Heroes” producers didn’t want two of the shows principal characters leaving to work on the movie. Zachary Quinto, who plays Sylar on “Heroes” had already been cast as Spock. (above choices are from the examiner)
For a new fresh face I would personally recommend:
ALFRED HSING
He is currently ranked #1 in the US on the US National Wushu Team and acted and performed his own stunts on Spike TV’s hit show The Deadliest Warrior. He is relatively unknown but has both the acting and martial arts backing to suitably play the role of Kato.
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