In a recent interview Lauren Shuler Donner, producer of every single “X-Men” movie including the upcoming “Days of Future Past,” revealed that Gambit has found a new vessel and its name is Channing Tatum.
This announcement left me less than excited, I have no problem with Channing Tatum, he’s a fine young man I’m sure, I just don’t care about Gambit. That being said, I think “Iron Man” taught us all that our expectations can be exceeded and that new life can be breathed into a character that allows you to see it in a way you hadn’t prior. I hope they prove me wrong.
Tatum will play Gambit in an upcoming spin-off movie centering on the character. Previous attempts at solo mutant movies have gotten mixed reactions at best. Though those movies were years ago right? “First Class” was fantastic and “Days of Future Past” appears to be following down that path. Perhaps the people in charge have righted their course and have spectacular things ahead.
So while this announcement didn’t exactly have me jumping around the house excited, I’m hopeful. So there you have it, Channing Tatum is going to be Gambit, and he’s getting his own movie. What are your thoughts? Are you more excited than me? Can someone explain to me why this character is appealing. I want to know. Cheers.