Spider-Man: Brand New Day is preparing to take the Spider-Man world in a brand new direction, and the hype is already sweeping the internet. The recent buzz that has made headlines is the news that Marvin Jones III will play the villainous role of Tombstone in the movie.
Tombstone is a familiar character in the Spider-Man universe due to his incredible physique, immense strength, and his reputation as one of the most dangerous criminals in New York. Having his classic albino looks and a personality as imposing as his strength, Tombstone is likely to pose a level of serious threat to Peter Parker.
Tom Holland is also returning to play Spider-Man once again, and with Destin Daniel Cretton as its director, the film is likely to give audiences a grounded and thrilling story. The fans will be treated to action, wit, and tension that will keep the audience glued to their seats.
Tombstone's presence will give the story a more serious, more dramatic tone, and it is evident that Spider-Man will be going through his hardest trials ever. With a lovable hero, an intimidating villain, and an established filmmaker leading the production, Spider-Man: Brand New Day promises to be an essential addition to the Spider-Man legacy.
Why Marvin Jones III is an inspired, sensible choice for playing Tombstone in Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Casting is not simply a process of finding someone who can play a character. It is about having someone who has the right energy, voice, and capability to capture the attention of the audience next to a big hero. Marvin "Krondon" Jones III is the epitome of that. He has played tough, intimidating villains in the past, such as Tobias Whale in Black Lightning, and has also done voice work related to Spider-Man before.
As a matter of fact, Jones played Tombstone in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. He can now translate that same character onto the screen directly in a live-action film, and this is thrilling since it ties his voice work down to a character to be seen on the screen. It is like the animated version is entering into the real world.
Jones also possesses the physical charm, presence, and cool personality that would make him an obvious choice as Lonnie Lincoln or Tombstone. He is not a one-dimensional evil character, but he can be dreadful without becoming a comic villain, which is precisely what this part requires.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has a strong villain ensemble
Tombstone is not another typical villain Spider-Man should punch. Lonnie Lincoln, or Tombstone, in the comics, is a gigantic, pale-skinned crime lord whose skin is tougher than iron and has a frightening reputation within the New York underworld. The fact that he is being introduced to Spider-Man: Brand New Day suggests that the film will be centered more on street-level crimes and real-life threats, rather than giant alien fights.
According to reports of entertainment insiders, the film may possibly have three villains: Scorpion, Boomerang, and Tombstone. That combination would allow the story to blend the traditional Spider-Man action with a more gangster feel. Picture Tombstone dominating the back alleys of the city as other techy troublemakers with other techy troublemakers go wild. It might provide Peter Parker with plenty to deal with, with and without the mask.
Multiple villains mean bigger stakes
The casting of Marvin Jones III in Spider-Man: Brand New Day is more than just adding a villain to the story. It poses a few amusing questions regarding the future of Spider-Man.
As Marvin Jones III moves from voicing the character of Tombstone in animation to giving us a live-action performance, that leaves fans asking: Is this a smart reference to the Spider-Verse films or a clean slate for the character in the MCU’s live-action world?
There are other alleged villains, such as Scorpion and Boomerang, who could be part of a larger scheme. Peter will need to deal with multiple enemies instead of a single one. That could imply that Spider-Man: Brand New Day will combine street fights with large-scale action, and this will compel Spider-Man to juggle between neighborhood problems and superhero showdowns.
Now fans are buzzing. Lots of people adored Jones as Tombstone in Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and cannot wait to see him again in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Some are wondering (and also a bit wary) how the style and the backstory of the character will look on screen.
There are also reports in the industry that state that the shooting was briefly halted when Tom Holland sustained injuries on set. Nevertheless, the crew continued with the casting and planning, and hence, the momentum of the movie has not slackened.
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