Why ‘The Incredible Hulk’ gave the Coen brothers nightmares: “Let us play in the corner”Even though they aren’t among the countless veteran filmmakers who’ve spoken out against the evils of Marvel Studios and superhero cinema, don’t expect the Coen brothers to make a comic book adaptation. Technically, the Coens have been involved in a superhero film, but it wasn’t an adaptation of an existing character, so the point still stands. The lime-coloured colossus was best known onscreen from the delightfully cheesy Lou Ferrigno TV series, with Ang Lee’s Hulk, Louis Leterrier’s The Incredible Hulk, and Mark Ruffalo’s recurring role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe a twinkle in the industry’s eye. Ethan knew where the Coens belonged, and he had no intention of ever venturing too far outside of their wheelhouse. They’ve dipped a toe into superheroic waters after assisting Raimi with the early drafts of Darkman, but the mere thought of the Coens even contemplating something like The Incredible Hulk is enough to strike fear into the heart of their subconscious.