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

January 31, 2017 by James Garcia

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 […]

Filed Under: James Garcia, Movies, News Tagged With: Ben Affleck, DC, DC Extended Universe, Matt Reeves, The Batman

Matt Reeves says The Batman is going “really, really well”

April 6, 2018 by Gary Collinson

Having dismissed talk about his exit from the director’s chair last month, filmmaker Matt Reeves has now taken to Twitter to offer a very brief but reassuring update with regards to his progress on the DC Extended Universe solo offering The Batman. Really, really well, thanks! I could not be more excited! 🦇 — Matt […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: DC, DC Extended Universe, Matt Reeves, The Batman

Matt Reeves debunks rumours of The Batman exit

March 4, 2018 by Gary Collinson

A few days ago movie pundit John Campea claimed to have “100% true” information about Warner Bros.’ DC Extended Universe, which would make fans “lose their banana minds, and not in a good way.” While he gave nothing further away, the internet quickly ran with it: There’s always lots of rumours about The Batman + […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: Batman, DC, Matt Reeves, The Batman

J.K. Simmons still hoping for Commissioner Gordon return in The Batman

February 19, 2018 by Gary Collinson

When J.K. Simmons signed on to play Commissioner Gordon in the DC Extended Universe, it was assumed he’d follow up his Justice League cameo by reuniting with Ben Affleck for The Batman. However, there’s a lot of uncertainty around the Dark Knight solo movie at present, with Affleck yet to commit, and rumours that the […]

Filed Under: Gary Collinson, Movies, News Tagged With: Batman, DC, DC Extended Universe, J.K. Simmons, The Batman

Gary Oldman would like Joaquin Phoenix to play Batman after Ben Affleck

January 9, 2018 by Samuel Brace

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 […]

Filed Under: Movies, News, Samuel Brace Tagged With: Batman, Ben Affleck, DC, Gary Oldman, Joaquin Phoenix, The Batman

Justice League failure to signal the end for Batfleck?

November 23, 2017 by Matt Rodgers

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 […]

Filed Under: Movies, News Tagged With: Ben Affleck, DC, DC Extended Universe, Justice League, Matt Reeves, The Batman

J.K. Simmons looking forward to working with Ben Affleck on future Batman films

October 3, 2017 by Samuel Brace

J.K. Simmons, who plays the DCEU’s Jim Gordon, is excited about working with Ben Affleck on future Batman films. While the latest incarnation of Batman has had its far share of turmoil in recent times, there is one actor at least who is thinking long term. Simmons, in a recent interview with Red Carpet News […]

Filed Under: Movies, News, Samuel Brace Tagged With: Batman, Ben Affleck, DC, DC Extended Universe, J.K. Simmons, The Batman

More details on The Batman in the DCEU, Justice League Dark problems, Green Goblin in Silver & Black and more – Daily News Roundup

August 25, 2017 by Luke Owen

WILL HE WON’T HE? Right, let’s try and get to the bottom of this. The confusion over The Batman‘s place in the DCEU was thrown into quandary this week when director Matt Reeves revealed that the film wasn’t part of the extended universe. This came off the heels of it being announced that Warner Bros. […]

Filed Under: Articles and Opinions, Daily News Roundup, Luke Owen, Movies, News Tagged With: Cult of Chucky, DC, DC Extended Universe, Death Note, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Justice League Dark, Marvel, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Silver & Black, The Batman

Avengers 4 set photos, The Batman not part of the DCEU, major character cut from Justice League and more – Daily News Roundup

August 24, 2017 by Luke Owen

INFINITY TRINITY After making her surprise return in Spider-Man: Homecoming, Gwyneth Paltrow’s Pepper Potts has resurfaced in set photos from Avengers 4, which is currently in production, alongside two very good friends. There are also set photos of another Avenger, and you can find out who here. YOU MUST BE JOKING In perhaps the most […]

Filed Under: Articles and Opinions, Daily News Roundup, Luke Owen, Movies, News Tagged With: Avengers 4, DC, DC Extended Universe, Han Solo, Justice League, Marvel, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Queen, Star Wars, The Batman

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