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Marvel’s Experience With Edward Norton Led To A New Rule For The MCU
By DEVIN MEENAN
Edward Norton's behavior during the filming of "The Incredible Hulk" prompted the Marvel Cinematic Universe to establish a new rule for their films and actors.
In "MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios" by Dave Gonzales, Gavin Edwards, and Joanna Robinson, a chapter delves into the complications involving Norton.
An undisclosed "Marvel performer" emphasizes the creation of a "no-a**hole policy" within their movie productions, a rule the book attributes to Norton’s misconduct.
One instance of his behavior is when he significantly rewrote writer Zak Penn's script, and the book suggests that Norton's changes were superficial and not a complete overhaul.
Norton aimed to play both Banner and the Hulk for a complete performance, but he wasn't engaged in motion capture. Director Louis Leterrier was "deferential" towards Norton.
Reportedly, Kevin Feige still resents Norton for his behavior, with both Norton and "Avengers" director Joss Whedon being the only MCU alums on Feige's "do not call" list.
Actor Brian Cox worked with Norton and stated in his book “Putting the Rabbit in the Hat” that he is “a bit of a pain in the arse because he fancies himself as a writer-director.”