A few weeks ago Christian Bale admitted that he was a little envious of Ben Affleck suiting up as The Dark Knight in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, but Michael Keaton doesn’t share his jealousy. Responding to a question from Shortlist about whether he ever gets jealous seeing someone else in the role, the […]
Ben Affleck will not direct The Batman, Matt Reeves reportedly high on shortlist to replace him
Well, the ongoing drama surrounding Ben Affleck directing The Batman has come to an end. In a new statement to Variety, Affleck has officially stepped away from the director’s chair. “There are certain characters who hold a special place in the hearts of millions,” the actor said. “Performing this role demands focus, passion and the very best performance I […]
Second Opinion – Justice League (2017)
Justice League, 2017. Starring Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller, Jason Momoa, Ray Fisher, Amy Adams, Ciarán Hinds, Diane Lane, Amber Heard, Connie Nielsen, Robin Wright, Billy Crudup, J.K. Simmons, Kiersey Clemons and Jeremy Irons. SYNOPSIS: Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the […]
Blu-ray Review – Justice League (2017)
Justice League, 2017. Directed by Zack Snyder. Starring Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, Ezra Miller, Jason Momoa, Ray Fisher, Amy Adams, Ciarán Hinds, Diane Lane, Amber Heard, Connie Nielsen, Robin Wright, Billy Crudup, J.K. Simmons, Kiersey Clemons and Jeremy Irons. SYNOPSIS: After the death of Superman, Batman has to assemble a team of superheroes […]
Ben Affleck and Oscar Isaac set for Triple Frontier
According to THR, Ben Affleck (Justice League) and Oscar Isaac (Star Wars: The Last Jedi) are in final negotiations to star in J.C. Chandor’s (A Most Violent Year) as-yet-untitled crime thriller thriller formerly known as Triple Frontier. The project has been in development since the early 2000s, and has had a host of talent attached […]
Zachary Levi teases Batman cameo in Shazam!
Production is now underway on the seventh entry in the DC Extended Universe, Shazam!, and following yesterday’s glimpse of Zachary Levi in costume as the title character, the actor has now taken to Instagram to tease a possible Batman appearance in the movie… https://instagram.com/p/BftHtXgjVPQ/?utm_source=ig_embed Now, as Ben Affleck is yet to commit to The […]
Gary Oldman would like Joaquin Phoenix to play Batman after Ben Affleck
Once Ben Affleck steps aside, former Gordon actor Gary Oldman would like to see Joaquin Phoenix take up the role of Batman. Oldman, who is known for a slew of roles including playing Jim Gordon is Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight Trilogy opposite Christian Bale’s Batman, has recently been picking up awards for his portrayal of […]
Watch the first three minutes of Justice League online
As the film gears up for its Digital HD release in Korea next week, the first three minutes of Warner Bros.’ DC superhero team-up Justice League has arrived online, showcasing Henry Cavill’s CGI-shaven Superman, as well as the opening Batman scene. Take a look here via Batman News… SEE ALSO: Justice League scenes were shot […]
Justice League failure to signal the end for Batfleck?
Forbes have written a thorough insight into the box-office fallout of Justice League. It’s in no way an attack on the DCEU, and finds shards of hope within the darkness gathering around that cinematic universe. However, the most interesting snippet focuses on the continuing saga of Ben Affleck’s future as The Dark Knight. The article […]
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon both auditioned for Robin in Tim Burton’s Batman
Last year, Ben Affleck donned the cape and cowl as the DC Extended Universe’s incarnation of The Dark Knight in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, reprising the role for Suicide Squad and this weekend’s big release Justice League. However, appearing on Jimmy Kimmel, Affleck has revealed that he could have made his DC debut […]
