Posted Oct 30, 2007 at 11:38AM by Sally B. Listed in: News, Beowulf, Games Tags: Ubisoft
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Beowulf Angelina Jolie - Image 1Angelina Jolie's voice may not have made it into Ubisoft's movie tie-in Beowulf (to the utter disappointment of some fans, of course), but there's some good news to all testosterone-laden gamers: Jolie's naked virtual self has been added into the game version of Beowulf (for the Xbox 360, PS3, PSP, Windows PC).

Beowulf's narrative designer Gabrielle Shrager explained that there was no way that they can exclude the nudity from the game, since it was integral to the game's storyline. Said Shrager:

There is much sexual innuendo in the game, because the Faustian character who is Grendel's mother goes about getting you to sign the dirty deal with her by using her extremely tempting body. So you have that aspect of it and there's definitely no way around it. It's a very, very important part of it.


Shrager also said that Jolie was supposed to lend her voice into the game just like her co-actors Anthony Hopkins and Sebastian Roche, but the plan did not push through due to scheduling issues.


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   by Jx1 - 2007-10-30
 » :D

yay!!

Shall pick up for PSP.
__> ye-ah...


   Re: iamback(unregistered) - 2007-10-30
 » ...

Ok. If Jack Thompson starts a crusade against this game, I'll support him. Sad that porno people have decided to use games as a medium to divert people from God. And I don't care what you say, pornography/nudity is against God's rules.

   Re: Mack Geofries - 2007-10-30
 » nudity is against god's rules

which is why, we're all born with clothes on.

   Re: GW2 - 2007-10-30
 » and may i remind you...

that not everyon is christian or even beleives in any god. SEX IS A PART OF THE WORLD, deal with it. some people are exhibitionists and want to be shown, if you dont like it dont look at it. and while im hear i want to say this about god, i have been a christian for a long time (my whole 17 years of existence) and ive rcently decided for myself that god doesnt exist. have you ever read the bible, god used to be vengeful and violent, he killed a city filled with homosexuals and prostitutes! he also showed people he existed so if he did indeed exist and was not the stuff of myths, then why doesnt he just come out and say "hey im god and by the way, FIRE! (he then shoots a fireball blowing some ***** up to prove hes real) you can replace FIRE! with CURE FOR CANCER if you like. but its still the same point. sorry to all who had to endure my religious lecture. i owe you several ones.

   Re: Pwn3r1001 - 2007-10-30
 » ..

ya wtf "iamback"...i don't even believe in *****ing god or any of that *****. if you really think scientific, we're mammals...just like animals we are meant to reproduce. we're not covered up because of "god's rules" we're covered up to keep us warm..and alive unlike other animals that have coats of fur.

   Re: Strongbadunit2 - 2007-10-30
 » @iamback

iamback you are so right because of this game i was diverted from god and am now a devil lover *hail Satan*

   Re: lol(unregistered) - 2007-10-30
 » Sarcasm

The sarcasm in those posts is just awesome :D
Viva le nude!!

Whatever it means ^^

   Re: Kaden - 2007-10-30
 » wow..

keep your religion to yourself. you sound like one of those door to door people that try to push their church beliefs onto you.

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   Re: Toy Machine - 2007-10-31
 » actually....sex was considered a sign of beauty...

the christains did away with that when they rewrote the bible.....

   Re: rawrskies - 2007-10-31
 » meh

You're all going to hell

   Re: iamback(unregistered) - 2007-10-31
 » sukkas!

I'm not Christian! Ha! Christianity is not the only religion that believes in God! We've got Judaism, Islam, Sikhism, Sabianism, Catholicism, the list goes on. Also, yes the Bible was written by humans, we all know that. Even the Christians themselves realize the paradox ("it's God's words... but it was written by King James and Matthew and other guys"...

But that's not the issue. God doesn't reveal Himself directly because life is a test. Will you do as He says we should, or will you follow worldly crap? If he appeared, and was like, "fireball!" and whatnot,

a. we'd accuse Him of sorcery. that's what happened when Moses revealed that he was an agent of God, he was called a mere sorcerer

b. it wouldn't be much of a test if the answer was right there.... He rewards those who believe in him.

And to those hypocrites/pagans, don't blame me for this long post. You started it. I merely stated that Pr0n is wrong, and you guys turned it into a religious debate. kthxbai.

Also, yes, we're born naked. But if it's not so wrong, then why aren't women walking around without a top on? Because "it's indecent exposure?" Hmm.... who made up these exposure rules? Surely humans wouldn't randomly say, "well, we like boobs, and looking at them, but we'll have to get 'em covered up because they're indecent". Think about it. Someone had told us humans long ago to cover up. And that "Someone" is God. Though the Bible is corrupt, the story of Adam and Eve is pretty much correct. So face it, you're wrong, fools! Now, stop spamming the boards, and go work on a custom firmware version of 3.72.

   Re: muramasa655 - 2007-10-31
 » Wow...

Get of this kid. He posted his stance, and his opinion about the game. You may not be supportive of his beliefs, but he wasn't trying to push anything on anyone else. Seriously, are you so insecure about the concept of religion that you would lash out like that? Seriously, f*ck off of this kid. No need to attack...

   Re: bottmint - 2007-11-04
 » @ kaden

I belive the people around where i live call them bible thumpers and other things that arent fit for posts ;P

   Re: theTick197 - 2007-11-11
 » Hah!

Hate to tell you bud, but theres no such thing as god.
   by lmxloco - 2007-10-30
 » .

Well, I guess that's *one* way to get people to buy your game...


   Re: Goglu666 - 2007-10-30
 » kind of sad

Yeah, that was mostly my opinion reading this.

Not that it's a bad thing putting this content in your game. But advertising it that way, it's really their intention to boost sales by sex. Will it change the gameplay? Will it make the story better? Will it make it more immersive?

If you really want a nude Angelina Jolie, browse the internet.

   Re: GW2 - 2007-10-30
 » dude

beowulf was written ages ago. it doesnt need any help with the story, and i bet this game wont be very good. go hit up your library and read the poem. its awesome. (its sooooooooooooo long and no it doesnt rhime its more of a story then a poem but meh they call it a poem.)

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   Re: bottmint - 2007-11-04
 » @ GW2

It's called an epic. The sole reason I know this is because we're learning about them in english this year.
   by hush404 - 2007-10-30
 » ahh

ok. Jolie nude isn't really a new thing... I've seen many a movie with her like that, but w/e. It can't hurt sales, huh?

   by El Xando - 2007-10-30
 » If people want that stuff

Just use the bloody internet. That's the main reason it was invented.

   by Sr_Moska - 2007-10-30
 » oh, no!

My jack thompson sense is tingling!

   by TheJackThompson - 2007-10-30
 » huh?

what are you talking about? this is great. i'm gonna buy it....


   Re: iamback(unregistered) - 2007-10-30
 » lol

haha. nice one! but I'm still against the pr0n.
   by Dodo - 2007-10-30
 » mmmm

mm mm yumm yumm

   by moondog8985 - 2007-10-30
 » watch out, its the ESRB

srrsly, id be supprised if it hits shelfs in its current form, if it does, it will have atleast an m rating and jack tompson will be on it like a sarving kid in africa is to a hot juicy steak when its one steak, thousands of people rushing for it at once.

   by ConXept - 2007-10-30
 » Iamback questionable sexuality?

Iamback must be either A. a 7 yo kid, B. A christian fundamentalist or C. A flaming *****et.

Dude wtf, nudity and sex are part of life go ***** yourself, Oh wait I forgot Thats against god too. But lets see Nudity is perfectly fine with god TARD. Oh and Porno well nowhere in the bible did someone get shunned for looking at porn. And maybe you dont know but when your priest is touching you, that is against god. Iamback its unfortunate but it looks like you will become a rapist when you grow up.


   Re: GW2 - 2007-10-30
 » totally unneccesary

dibt kae people due to moral beleifs that differ from your own or religion, it not neee a all. jst say what i said in the first posts sub posts. its ones opinion and not everyone beleives what he beleives and thats ok.

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   Re: iamback(unregistered) - 2007-10-31
 » ...

Right... I wouldn't be surprised if I am older than you. Normally I don't like revealing personal details, but considering how I'm anonymous, I'll go ahead and say it. I'm 19. Anyhow, I never said anything about sex. Sex is great and whatnot, but only via straight marriage. Luckily, my religion is not plagued by hypocritical priests (molesters?), though we do have our loonies too.

Anyway, I believe that the bible, while obviously (the christians themselves admit that matthew and king james and a few other people) wrote the bible and not God, it still has passages talking about being modest and must I remind you how Adam and Eve covered up after they were nude.

So ya. Next?

(also, sounds like your father has been making you give him too many massages, most of them ending with a "happy ending") ;P

   Re: muramasa655 - 2007-10-31
 » @Iamback

Be careful when speaking about things you know nothing of... Just a warning. Though I am non-denominational, I really find it ridiculous how the media exploits molestations in the Episcopalian and Catholic Churches. While the Episcopalians are having trials and tribulations right now (And near schism) because of the ordination of a gay bishop, since 1998 they've reported 2 molestations... Out of hundreds of thousands of devout priests. The Catholics on the other hand, have reported 5 since 1996, out of almost twice the number priests. The reason the scandal stuff took off, was because the conference of US Bishops realized that a lot of priests who were ordained in 60', 70's (e.g., the sexual revolution) were caught on charges, but the proper steps were never taken to have them removed. (Or they were never removed at all!) These bishops decided to realize every record of every molestation ever (a list of documents which until very recently was confidential) and effectively oust every illegitimate priest that had it coming. A poorly executed move, but well-intentioned and effective.
Just don't spread media garbage. Respect other religions and beliefs.
   by jarret - 2007-10-30
 » Devilina the Unholy

If she is so worth having a nude picture enjoyed, why will she not adopt a Caucasian child?


   Re: eggwonder - 2007-11-01
 » ...

why does she need a caucasian child a.k.a. a white kid? why cant she just adopt whatever she wants and that just be it?

   Re: jarret - 2007-11-02
 » you are to ignorant to understand

why cant you just keep your damn mouth shut because the a.k.a. is not white kid its caucasian. she goes out and adopts only caucasian kids and bastards like you and your ***** fathers would call her racist you scum
   by Kingofdaberbz - 2007-10-30
 » wow

gonna check this game out lol

   by shabghai360 - 2007-10-30
 » Porn?

Nudity is not Porn.
printed or visual material containing the explicit description or display of sexual organs or activity, intended to stimulate erotic rather than aesthetic or emotional feelings = Pornography


   Re: bottmint - 2007-11-04
 » nice! someone intelligent

alright man power the genii out here.
   by Teboda - 2007-10-31
 » HAha! That's got to be the quote of the day:

"nudity is against God's rules."


   Re: iamback(unregistered) - 2007-10-31
 » sweet!

While I've got all the atheists and hypocrites against me, at least I made quote of the day for once. Suh-weeeetttttttt!

   Re: What common sense is really about - 2007-10-31
 » ...

iamback, if you hate sex, then you must hate your parents.
   by Silver-Tiger - 2007-10-31
 » ...

Angelina Jolie naked? uhmm..... no......

She's not the type of a woman I want to see naked.
Call me homosexual, but I think she's much overhyped and not my type.

really.


   Re: lmxloco - 2007-10-31
 » OK

You're a homo.

This reminds me of one of the jokes from the great Ron White: "you've seen one woman nekid... you wanna see the rest of them nekid! It can be an old biker chick, you know, they're gonna hang down to here. 'Wanna see me nekid?' Yeah, I do!"

It doesn't matter if she's been nude in film before, the game will probably sell more than a few copies based on this little tidbit alone.
   by What common sense is really about - 2007-10-31
 » ...

"While I've got all the atheists and hypocrites against me, at least I made quote of the day for once. Suh-weeeetttttttt!"

Hypocrittes? I believe it's the religous that are the hypocrites. There is no evidence of the existence of a god after all unless you've got some reliable evidence. What do you trust? Science or religion? Are you one of the few who believes the earth is the center of our universe? Is it round or flat? Nudity is not allowed = ?

Guess what? We were born with no clothes, the human race designed the clothes so what would that have to do with anything about god?




   Re: What common sense is really about - 2007-10-31
 » ...

And one last question.

If god is so almighty, why the ***** does he not stop the evil in the world?

   Re: lmxloco - 2007-10-31
 » re: god and evil

Are you really wanting to start a theological debate on God and Evil in a "nude Angelina Jolie" thread?

Besides, everyone SHOULD know the answer to that question, even non-christians, if they have any knowledge whatsoever...so if you want a simple, succint answer (note: I am an atheist btw): Free will. Christianity states, basically, that God placed us here with free will. He wants us to chose good, but still gives us the option to chose evil. It's our free will.

Want the world to be rid of evil? Don't talk to God, talk to your fellow man.
   by What common sense is really about - 2007-10-31
 » ...

Fellow man? You mean Bush, yeah that's what i've been trying to do!

Besides i didn't start this debate, i only added something to it.

There is no god, maybe some kinds of force or object that created the world, but no one really knows except it doesn't have anything to do with a man we call god.

   by shabghai360 - 2007-10-31
 » God Porn internet free will and Beowulf does not Rhyme

Well a short snippet has become a huge debate.
As for God the whole basis of religion is belief. If you believe then for you god exists. For those that do not believe then he does not exist. Really, it is that simple. Belief is the basis.
Porn, well i already submitted the dictionary term for porn a few hours ago.
internet, wow what a wonderful thing. No its not there for porn as one suggested but does give those that wish to make porn available very easy. but then its not for titillation but to make money.
Free will, well that says it all. We have the choice. we can choose to believe, we can choose to access porn we can choose wether we wish to buy this game.
As for beowulf not rhyming as one person stated they forgot to mention that it has been translated from an Ancient form of English that was written at a time for a bard. which means a poet, traditionally one reciting epic tales and associated with a particular oral tradition. To tell stories of times past.

   by WACOMalt - 2007-11-05
 » get over yourselves...

note to everybody, nudity doesn't always mean porn. Damn folks, ever hear of art? As far as I know, there ae no shoddy sex scenes with jolie in beowulf... so get over it. And it bothers me when people say stuff like "being naked makes you a satanist" (I know, exagerated, but basically what some of you have been saying). And lamback, saying "I'm right, and you're a moron", IS pushing your beliefs... so stop.

And is porn immoral? In most cases yes. Is plain nudity immoral? in most cases no. And there IS a difference.

that is all.

   by chipsas - 2007-11-09
 » cool

look what psp has this dude !! ;o http://www.von.lt/?ref=minedas

   by Neko Kyu - 2007-11-10
 » wtf? >_>;

I think you people are letting this get to you o__O;;

its a game >_>; don't like it? Don't buy it!

and where the hell did we get off talking about religion? >_<

anyways... i do think ubisoft should reconsider where they put their resources and concentrate on better games o_o



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