We’ve been keeping you up to date on the newest Superman news and we just got a this just in, Michael Shannon is to play Zod in the new Superman: Man of Steel movie. I know Shannon best from his role as Federal agent Nelson Van Alden in Boardwalk Empire where he does a really good job but you might also know him from his best supporting actor nomination in Revolutionary Road or his film debut as the wedding groom in Groundhog Day. He’s been doing a lot of stage work as well and the picture attached makes him look quite creepy as the always fearsome Zod.
From the full story at The Hollywood Reporter:
“Zod is not only one of Superman’s most formidable enemies, but one of the most significant because he has insights into Superman that others don’t. Michael is a powerful actor who can project both the intelligence and the malice of the character, making him perfect for the role,” Snyder said.
I’m actually hoping instead of the normal origin story like we’ve been accustomed to when a new reboot happens that Zod comes out of the phantom zone and wrecks havoc upon the earth and it’s up to Superman to save the day. What do you think, how much of a role will Zod be in this movie? Is he going to be the main villain or will there be multiple villains screwing up Superman’s life?