Variety has reported Fox is looking at 8 potential directors for The Wolverine the X-Men Origins sequel -- which Darren Aronofsky opted out of due to issues over control of the project. Under consideration are Jose Padilha (Elite Squad, upcoming Robocop remake), Doug Liman (The Bourne Identity, Mr. and Mrs. Smith), Antoine Fuqua (Training Day, Shooter), Mark Romanek (One Hour Photo, Never Let Me Go),
Justin Lin (Fast & Furious, Fast Five), Gavin O’Connor (Pride and Glory, upcoming Warrior)
James Mangold (3:10 To Yuma, Knight and Day) and last but the most interesting Gary Shore
a Commercial Director and the creator of this awesome Wolverine vs. The Hand fan trailer.
