Let's dreamcast a live-action adaptation of The Silmarillion

8) Morgoth - Michael Fassbender

Michael Fassbender, with his remarkable ability to dive into complex and dark characters, would be a spellbinding choice to play the original dark lord Morgoth, the ultimate antagonist in The Silmarillion.

Think back to his portrayal of a younger Magneto in the X-Men series. Fassbender expertly balanced the character's raw power and charisma with a deeply felt sense of betrayal and pain. In the same vein, Morgoth is not just a one-dimensional villain; he's a fallen Vala (basically a god in Tolkien lore) consumed by pride and a thirst for power, convinced he can shape the world better than Eru Ilúvatar, the ultimate creator. Fassbender's knack for playing grim, layered characters means he could embody Morgoth's transition from a mighty god with good intentions to the resentful lord of darkness. Fassbender commands the screen with a presence that is both magnetic and menacing, which is exactly what the role of Morgoth needs. Imagine him, with that intense gaze and commanding voice, forging the dark crown of Angband and leading his terrifying legions or orcs and dragons; it's a scene that Fassbender was born to bring to life.

And let's not forget Fassbender's incredible performance in Macbeth. Here, he dove deep into the depths of a character plagued by ambition, guilt, and madness. This experience is invaluable for portraying Morgoth, who much like Macbeth is driven by insatiable ambition and ultimately becomes a slave to his own corrupted desires. Fassbender's ability to evoke sympathy for even the darkest of characters means he could give Morgoth the layers he deserves, transforming him from a mere villain into a tragic, Shakespearean figure whose fall from grace is as compelling as it is catastrophic.