The Incredible Hulk (2008)

About The Incredible Hulk

The Incredible Hulk is an American superhero film featuring the Marvel Comics character Hulk, produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Universal Pictures (the second film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe). It is directed by Louis Leterrier, with a screenplay by Zak Penn.

The plot picks up during the final moments of Hulk's genesis, as Dr. Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) becomes subjected to an overdose of gamma radiation which transforms him into the Hulk whenever his heart rate goes above 200. On the run from the military, Banner seeks a cure to his condition, while also contending with the monstrous Abomination.

Making / Production

The Incredible Hulk was directed by Louis Leterrier with the production budget of approximately $150 million. The filming began 2007 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and parts of New York City. To create the Hulk, Norton performed the actions in motion capture suits, and the special effects were finished by Industrial Light & Magic.

Actors

• Edward Norton as Bruce Banner/ Hulk. Norton portrayed the character with a sense of fear and anxiety, understanding Banner's desperation to rid himself of the Hulk.
• Liv Tyler as Betty Ross. Tyler enhanced the character's warmth and connection with Bruce, deepening the emotional stakes of the film.
• Tim Roth as Emil Blonsky/ Abomination. Roth offers a menacing performance, effectively embodying the villain role that mirrors the Hulk's destructive force.
• William Hurt as General Thaddeus Ross. Hurt brought an authoritative presence as the military man obsessed with using the Hulk as a weapon.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The initial script was over 200 pages, which had to be reduced by Edward Norton.
• This is the second Hulk movie released, the first being 'Hulk' in 2003.
• Lou Ferrigno, who played the Hulk in the 1970's TV series, makes a cameo in the movie and provides the Hulk's voice.
• Hulk's iconic line, "Hulk smash!" is featured in the movie - it's the first time it was spoken in a feature film.

Awards

The film won the Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film at the 35th Saturn Awards.

Quotes

• "You wouldn't like me when I'm angry."
• "I've got a problem. There are aspects of my personality that I can't control."
• "Hulk smash!"

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's original score was composed by Craig Armstrong.
• The soundtrack features three songs by rock band The Fumes.