Flickering Myth

Geek Culture | Movies, TV, Comic Books & Video Games

The Get Down actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II cast as Aquaman villain Black Manta

by

Though the future of the DCEU’s solo Batman film appears to be in flux, James Wan’s upcoming Aquaman film is gearing up for production, and just found an actor to play classic Aquaman arch-nemesis Black Manta. According to THR, Black Manta will be played by The Get Down actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, who is currently in early talks for the part following Wan’s […]

The Flash / Supergirl musical crossover casts Glee star Darren Criss as Music Meister

by

The long-awaited and recently-confirmed musical crossover episode for The Flash and Supergirl has finally cast its villain, the melodic Music Meister, and it’s in the form of a Glee reunion, as  TVLine reports that Darren Criss will be lending his signing chops to the villainous role. While many fans hoped that Neil Patrick Harris would reprise his Batman: The Brave and the […]

Ben Affleck will not direct The Batman, Matt Reeves reportedly high on shortlist to replace him

by

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 […]

Sterling K. Brown wants to play John Stewart in Green Lantern Corps

by

Hot off the heels of the news that Man of Steel scribe David S. Goyer will be writing and producing Warner Bros.’ Green Lantern Corps film, actor Sterling K. Brown has tossed his hat into the ring to play John Stewart, a former Marine sniper who becomes a Green Lantern and teams up with Hal Jordan. Brown, best known […]

Arkham Asylum rumored to appear in Justice League

by

Last month, it was confirmed that Jesse Eisenberg’s Lex Luthor would make his return to the big screen in Justice League, though in what capacity remains to be seen. However, the folks over at Batman-News seem confident that Lex’s return means that we’ll be making another trip to Arkham Asylum. At the end of Batman v Superman: Dawn […]

Christian Slater is interested in playing a live action Suicide Squad villain

by

Christian Slater has revealed that he would be open to playing a Suicide Squad villain in a future live action movie. One of the stars of the Suicide Squad: Hell to Pay animated movie, where he plays Deadshot, Christian Slater says that he could see himself transitioning to an actual villain to the squad in […]

Blu-ray Review – Batman: Gotham by Gaslight (2018)

by

Batman: Gotham by Gaslight, 2018. Directed by Sam Liu. Featuring the voice talents of Bruce Greenwood, Jennifer Carpenter, Anthony Head, Scott Peterson, John DiMaggio, Grey DeLisle, and Yuri Lowenthal. SYNOPSIS: Based on the graphic novel by Brian Augustyn and Mike Mignola, Batman: Gotham by Gaslight envisions Batman in the Victorian Age as he chases down famed serial killer […]

Dwayne Johnson talks Black Adam’s “phenomenal opportunity”, could shoot in 2019

by

With production on Shazam! in full swing, one question many fans have had is when Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson will finally star as Shazam’s nemesis, Black Adam, in the Black Adam solo film. Johnson has had a very busy schedule from filming Jumangi: Welcome to the Jungle, Skyscraper and the upcoming Fast & Furious spin-off with Jason Statham and other projects that Black Adam seems to […]

DC’s Legends of Tomorrow Season 3 Finale Review – ‘The Good, the Bad and the Cuddly’

by

Jessie Robertson reviews the season 3 finale of DC’s Legends of Tomorrow… Let me just say, Legends season 3 found its groove. To blend the ridiculous sci-fi with the off the cuff humor is exactly what this show should be. They really stole the “funny” CW show right out from under The Flash and they […]