Jake Gyllenhaal says playing 'classic' role of Batman would be an honour
9 months ago

Jake Gyllenhaal says playing 'classic' role of Batman would be an honour

Hindustan Times  

Los Angeles, Jake Gyllenhaal, who lost out the role of Batman to Christian Bale in Christopher Nolan's "Dark Knight" trilogy, says it would be an honour for him to play the popular superhero from DC Comics. HT Image The actor, currently promoting the Prime Video action movie "Road House", was asked if he was still interested in playing Batman. Calling the Batman role a classic, the actor told Screen Rant: "Speaking of playing roles that other incredible actors have played in the past … "When I think about it, I'm going to play Iago in 'Othello' with Denzel Washington, and I think about the history of actors that have played that role throughout time, and I'm intimidated by that. Gyllenhaal later joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as the villain Mysterio opposite Tom Holland in 2019's superhero picture "Spider-Man: Far From Home".

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Robert Pattinson to reunite with Tenet director Christopher Nolan for his next: Report
1 month ago

Robert Pattinson to reunite with Tenet director Christopher Nolan for his next: Report

India Today  

Robert Pattinson is reportedly set to collaborate once more with celebrated director Christopher Nolan, reuniting after their work on Tenet. The forthcoming project already boasts an impressive cast, including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Lupita Nyong’o, Anne Hathaway, and Zendaya. He also stars in Bong Joon-ho’s highly anticipated sci-fi drama Mickey 17, scheduled for release on April 18, 2025. Additionally, Pattinson …

You can now own the Batmobile from Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy for $3 million
1 month, 1 week ago

You can now own the Batmobile from Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy for $3 million

Daily Mail  

Fans will finally have the chance at owning the Batmobile from Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy at quite the price point. Fans will finally have the chance at owning the Batmobile from Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy at quite the price point Christian Bale is seen as Batman in 2005's Batman Begins According to the site the replica will featured …

Filming on 'The Batman Part II' to begin next year: writer Mattson Tomlin
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Filming on 'The Batman Part II' to begin next year: writer Mattson Tomlin

Hindustan Times  

Los Angeles, The shooting for the upcoming sequel of Matt Reeves' "Batman" is expected to begin next year, movie's co-writer Mattson Tomlin has confirmed. Filming on 'The Batman Part II' to begin next year: writer Mattson Tomlin The much awaited Warner Bros film, which reportedly faced production delays, is a sequel to 2022's "The Batman", which saw Robert Pattinson play …

The Batman sequel with Robert Pattinson delayed by a full year
9 months, 1 week ago

The Batman sequel with Robert Pattinson delayed by a full year

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The sequel to Matt Reeves’s acclaimed DC superhero noir The Batman …

Warner Bros wanted Leonardo DiCaprio to play Riddler in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises
1 year, 3 months ago

Warner Bros wanted Leonardo DiCaprio to play Riddler in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises

Hindustan Times  

David's revelation David recalled in the podcast that an executive of Warner Bros, the production house that bankrolled the Dark Knight franchise, suggested to him at the premiere of The Dark Knight that Leonardo DiCaprio should be cast as another Batman antagonist, Riddler, in the next instalment. Let's figure out the story we want to tell, what thematically we want …

Christopher Nolan not to direct another superhero movie
1 year, 5 months ago

Christopher Nolan not to direct another superhero movie

The Hindu  

Christopher Nolan has said that he will not be making another superhero film. Variety reported that in a chat with YouTuber HugoDecrypte, Nolan bluntly said “no’ when he was asked if would make another superhero film. Actor Christian Bale, who played the Batman in Nolan’s trilogy, said in an interview with ScreenRant that he would reprise the role of the …

Robert Pattinson’s ‘The Batman Part II’ to release in October 2025
1 year, 10 months ago

Robert Pattinson’s ‘The Batman Part II’ to release in October 2025

The Hindu  

Robert Pattinson-starrer 'The Batman Part II' has locked October 3, 2025 as its release date. According to Variety, Reeves’ ‘The Batman Part II’ will continue to be a standalone property and fall under the newly branded ‘DC Elseworlds’ category, while Gunn and Safran are creating a new DC Universe that will include the 2025 theatrical release ‘Superman: Legacy.’ According to …

Christian Bale Is Ready To Return As Batman But Thor Love and Thunder Star Has One Condition
2 years, 5 months ago

Christian Bale Is Ready To Return As Batman But Thor Love and Thunder Star Has One Condition

News 18  

Christian Bale won millions of hearts with his iteration of the iconic superhero Batman in Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy. While we all enjoyed Robert Pattinson in Matt Reeves’ recent directorial The Batman, the audience will surely love to see Christian returning to the screen as Batman. No one’s ever said that.’" Talking about the pact he had with Nolan, …

Christian Bale is open to returning as Batman, but on this condition
2 years, 5 months ago

Christian Bale is open to returning as Batman, but on this condition

Hindustan Times  

For a generation of moviegoers, Christian Bale is Batman. The actor played the popular comic book superhero in Christopher Nolan’s acclaimed Dark Knight Trilogy from 2005-12. Since then, Batman has been played by two actors in films--Ben Affleck and Robert Pattinson. Nobody, nobody reaches out to me or they keep me like a mushroom, keep me in the dark and …

Christian Bale Is Willing To Play Batman Again Under One Condition
2 years, 5 months ago

Christian Bale Is Willing To Play Batman Again Under One Condition

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Christian Bale, who starred as Bruce Wayne/Batman in the “Dark Knight Trilogy” from 2005-2012, recently told Screenrant that he would be willing to transform into Gotham’s caped crusader yet again under one condition — Christopher Nolan must be the director. No one’s ever said that.’” The Oscar-winning actor went on to dish about his “movie pact” with …

Christian Bale says he would return to Batman as long as Christopher Nolan directs: 'I'd be in'
2 years, 5 months ago

Christian Bale says he would return to Batman as long as Christopher Nolan directs: 'I'd be in'

Daily Mail  

Christian Bale said he would don Batman's cape and cowl again — but only if Christopher Nolan hops back in the director's chair. Christian Bale said he would don Batman's cape and cowl again — but only if Christopher Nolan hops back in the director's chair However, if Nolan had approached him and asked him to become the Caped Crusader …

The Batman 2 officially announced; Matt Reeves, Robert Pattinson to return
2 years, 7 months ago

The Batman 2 officially announced; Matt Reeves, Robert Pattinson to return

Firstpost  

Robert Pattinson, who played the titular superhero in the Matt Reeves-directed movie, will return for the sequel along with the filmmaker. Matt Reeves, Rob Pattinson and the entire team will be taking audiences back to Gotham with The Batman,” Warner Bros movie chief Toby Emmerich said during the presentation. The Batman featured Pattinson as the caped crusader, who has been …

Robert Pattinson to Return as The Batman, Warner Bros Officially Announces Sequel to Matt Reeves' Film
2 years, 7 months ago

Robert Pattinson to Return as The Batman, Warner Bros Officially Announces Sequel to Matt Reeves' Film

News 18  

Warner Bros has officially announced a sequel to its recent superhero hit, The Batman. Robert Pattinson, who played the titular superhero in the Matt Reeves-directed movie, will return for the sequel along with the filmmaker. Matt Reeves, Rob Pattinson and the entire team will be taking audiences back to Gotham with ‘The Batman 2’,” Warner Bros movie chief Toby Emmerich …

The Batman: Robert Pattinson and Matt Reeves to join forces again for sequel
2 years, 7 months ago

The Batman: Robert Pattinson and Matt Reeves to join forces again for sequel

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The film’s director Matt Reeves would also be returning for the …

The Batman 2 announced, will bring back Robert Pattinson, Matt Reeves
2 years, 7 months ago

The Batman 2 announced, will bring back Robert Pattinson, Matt Reeves

Hindustan Times  

Warner Bros has announced that Robert Pattinson will be returning as the Dark Knight in The Batman's sequel. Matt Reeves, Rob Pattinson and the entire team will be taking audiences back to Gotham with The Batman 2," Warner Bros movie chief Toby Emmerich said during the presentation. It also featured Zoe Kravitz as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Jeffrey Wright as James Gordon, …

The Batman crosses $500 million at worldwide box office
2 years, 9 months ago

The Batman crosses $500 million at worldwide box office

Hindustan Times  

Matt Reeves' The Batman has earned $500 million at the worldwide box office. In a statement, Warner Bros Pictures chairman Toby Emmerich said, "We couldn't be more thrilled to see people all over the world enjoying The Batman in theaters. Matt Reeves captures and delves into the mind of the Bat, and the man, in a way no Batman movie …

Pattinson-led Batman tops China's box office
2 years, 9 months ago

Pattinson-led Batman tops China's box office

China Daily  

The Batman, the latest retelling of DC Comics' iconic superhero, opened across China on March 18. As the latest cinematic retelling of one of DC Comics' most iconic characters, The Batman — starring Robert Pattinson in the title role — opened across domestic theaters, including over 750 IMAX cinemas, on March 18. Despite the COVID-19 resurgence in China, the film …

Pattinson-led Batman tops China's box office
2 years, 9 months ago

Pattinson-led Batman tops China's box office

China Daily  

The Batman, the latest retelling of DC Comics' iconic superhero, opened across China on March 18. As the latest cinematic retelling of one of DC Comics' most iconic characters, The Batman — starring Robert Pattinson in the title role — opened across domestic theaters, including over 750 IMAX cinemas, on March 18. Despite the COVID-19 resurgence in China, the film …

'The Batman' Reimagines Him Stripped Of His Douchiness — With Very Few Results
2 years, 9 months ago

'The Batman' Reimagines Him Stripped Of His Douchiness — With Very Few Results

Huff Post  

Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne/Batman in "The Batman." The short answer from the new film could also be determined after shaking a magic eight ball once: “Reply hazy, try again.” This irresolute reaction comes not just because “The Batman” is a stark departure from what we’ve seen before theatrically.. It’s that “The Batman” reaches for an ingenious and compelling new …

Matt Reeves on how he was roped in to direct The Batman, how he found his voice, and why he chose Robert Pattinson
2 years, 9 months ago

Matt Reeves on how he was roped in to direct The Batman, how he found his voice, and why he chose Robert Pattinson

Firstpost  

Matt Reeves says he envisioned Batman as “someone who hadn’t quite figured out why they were doing the thing they were doing.” Central to the mythology of Batman is the idea of the secret identity: Beneath his fearsome mask, he is really Bruce Wayne, the billionaire scion of grimy Gotham City, and beneath that, he is still the traumatized child …

The Batman: From Michael Keaton, Christian Bale and Ben Affleck, Actors who Played The Dark Knight before Robert Pattinson
2 years, 9 months ago

The Batman: From Michael Keaton, Christian Bale and Ben Affleck, Actors who Played The Dark Knight before Robert Pattinson

News 18  

The Batman: Robert Pattinson and Matt Reeves has given the Batman fans a movie that will be considered a classic for years to come. Lowery brought a fresh perspective and his skills surely gave the series a much-needed push and was well received by the audience as it was a much better viewing experience than that of Wilson’s Batman. The …

The Batman Movie Review: Robert Pattinson Shines in One of the Best DC Superhero Films
2 years, 9 months ago

The Batman Movie Review: Robert Pattinson Shines in One of the Best DC Superhero Films

News 18  

The Batman Director: Matt Reeves Cast: Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, Paul Dano, Jeffery Wright, Colin Farrell Bruce Wayne aka The Batman is probably holy words when it comes to the superhero and comic world. And Matt Reeves’ latest take on the iconic DC Comics caped crusader, starring Robert Pattinson in the titular role, is among the ones that superhero films …

The Batman movie review: Robert Pattinson’s film isn’t as bold as it thinks it is
2 years, 9 months ago

The Batman movie review: Robert Pattinson’s film isn’t as bold as it thinks it is

Firstpost  

Language: English 176 minutes is a long time to go without laughs. Reeves’ film is hardboiled noir that makes The Dark Knight look like ‘lighthearted entertainment’. But where Reeves might be mistaken is for a film coming out more than a decade after Nolan’s trilogy and Zack Snyder’s brooding Batman interpretation starring Ben Affleck in the 2010s, makes his 2022 …

Robert Pattinson's The Batman first reviews are out, critics call it better than Nolan's Dark Knight
2 years, 9 months ago

Robert Pattinson's The Batman first reviews are out, critics call it better than Nolan's Dark Knight

India TV News  

Highlights Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight trilogy has been hailed for being deeply rooted in reality Robert Pattinson and director Matt Reeves' take on The Batman is earning unanimous praise The background score from Michael Giacchino is being hailed as one of the film's best aspects Ever since Robert Pattinson was cast in the role of the Batman for the …

The Batman review: 2022 movie is The Stylish, The Maximalist, and The Interminable.
2 years, 9 months ago

The Batman review: 2022 movie is The Stylish, The Maximalist, and The Interminable.

Slate  

The maximalist approach of Matt Reeves’ The Batman extends to its very title: This three-hour-long epic is a comic-book adaptation with the full menu of extras, right down to that plushy definite article padding out the name of the Caped Crusader. In addition to Dano’s Riddler, Gotham’s complex web of crime and corruption includes menacing mob figures like John Turturro’s …

Review: Gloomy nights for the Dark Knight in ‘The Batman’
2 years, 9 months ago

Review: Gloomy nights for the Dark Knight in ‘The Batman’

Associated Press  

Batman, never a day person, is plunged into perpetual night in Matt Reeves’ nocturnal, nihilist, neo-noir take on the Caped Crusader. The comic blueprint is “Batman: Year One,” Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli’s 1987 four-issue series in which Wayne turns vigilante. It’s a framework — a Batman of questionable vision and even more dubious self-awareness hunting clues — that makes …

Review: Batman needs a renewal. ‘The Batman,’ starring Robert Pattinson, isn’t quite it
2 years, 9 months ago

Review: Batman needs a renewal. ‘The Batman,’ starring Robert Pattinson, isn’t quite it

LA Times  

When the title character first sheds his cape and cowl in “The Batman,” a moody, methodical and, finally, disappointing return to Gotham City, your initial glimpse of Bruce Wayne might come as a mild shock. And so “The Batman,” assuming our familiarity with Bruce Wayne’s inner and outer demons, tries hard to avoid reproducing the formulaic trappings of the origin …

Robert Pattinson Explains Why His Bruce Wayne Becomes The 'Dark Knight' In New 'Batman' Movie
2 years, 10 months ago

Robert Pattinson Explains Why His Bruce Wayne Becomes The 'Dark Knight' In New 'Batman' Movie

News 18  

The upcoming Matt Reeves directorial reboot venture titled The Batman is all set to hit the theatres in March. Without wanting to dampen the suspense, The Batman’s star, Robert Pattinson, explains why his Bruce Wayne becomes the Dark Knight. Speaking about why his character Bruce Wayne eventually becomes Batman, the actor addressed his character’s mental anguish and how tragedy fuels …

Matt Reeves' The Batman, starring Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, releases in India on 4 March; see new posters
2 years, 11 months ago

Matt Reeves' The Batman, starring Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, releases in India on 4 March; see new posters

Firstpost  

The Batman releases in India on 4 March in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu Warner Bros has released new posters of the upcoming actioner The Batman. The Batman, a dark, detective-style mystery take on the Caped Crusader which stars Robert Pattinson is directed by Matt Reeves and penned by Reeves and Mattson Tomlin. The new posters feature Zoe Kravitz’s Catwoman …

Zoe Kravitz applauds Robert Pattinson’s Batman: ‘His transformation was out of this world’
3 years ago

Zoe Kravitz applauds Robert Pattinson’s Batman: ‘His transformation was out of this world’

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Zoë Kravitz has applauded her co-star Robert …

The Batman trailer: Viewers think Robert Pattinson’s Dark Knight looks like the ‘greatest adaptation to date’
3 years, 2 months ago

The Batman trailer: Viewers think Robert Pattinson’s Dark Knight looks like the ‘greatest adaptation to date’

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Fans are in a frenzy over the …

Robert Pattinson is a Tortured Cape Crusader in 'The Batman' Trailer
3 years, 2 months ago

Robert Pattinson is a Tortured Cape Crusader in 'The Batman' Trailer

News 18  

The Batman, starring Robert Pattinson as the eponymous caped crusader has garnered a lot of buzz ever since it was announced. While unveiling the trailer of the film, Pattinson said that the superhero does not have ‘control’ over his personality, and the line between Bruce Wayne and Batman often blurs. pic.twitter.com/34okmV6x7b — The Batman October 16, 2021 Read: Robert Pattinson’s …

The new trailer for ‘The Batman’ is here. What’s different about Robert Pattinson’s superhero?
3 years, 2 months ago

The new trailer for ‘The Batman’ is here. What’s different about Robert Pattinson’s superhero?

LA Times  

It’s a warning: Robert Pattinson as “The Batman” in the upcoming movie’s first trailer in more than a year. The first new trailer for “The Batman” in more than a year has finally dropped, and it’s as dark as night. Reeves’ film picks up Batman’s story at an earlier stage in his development than the recent “Justice League” cycle, emphasizing …

Michael Keaton admits he was shocked at how 'normal' it felt to don his Batman costume for The Flash
3 years, 4 months ago

Michael Keaton admits he was shocked at how 'normal' it felt to don his Batman costume for The Flash

Daily Mail  

He cemented his place in film history when he donned the Caped Crusader's cape and cowl for Tim Burton's iconic 1989 film Batman. Unexpected: Michael Keaton, 69, admitted that it was 'shockingly normal' to put his Batman costume on again in the upcoming Flash spin-off film during a Jake's Takes interview posed Wednesday The host, Jake Hamilton, asked Keaton 'what …

The Batman wraps filming, director Matt Reeves announces with a final set photo
3 years, 9 months ago

The Batman wraps filming, director Matt Reeves announces with a final set photo

Firstpost  

The Batman, featuring Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, Jeffery Wright, will release on 4 March, 2022 The production on The Batman is complete after several delays in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the film’s director Matt Reeves has announced. Jeffrey Wright, who plays Gotham Police Commissioner James Gordon in The Batman, shared a piece of fan art on his character. …

Robert Pattinson's 'The Batman' Shoot Wraps up
3 years, 9 months ago

Robert Pattinson's 'The Batman' Shoot Wraps up

News 18  

The production on “The Batman” is complete after several delays in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the film’s director Matt Reeves has announced. Jeffrey Wright, who plays Gotham Police Commissioner James Gordon in “The Batman”, shared a piece of fan art on his character. Billed as a darker take on the DC superhero’s story, “The Batman” also stars Zoe …

Robert Pattinson, 34, Ben Affleck, 48, and Michael Keaton, 69, will all play Batman in 2022
3 years, 11 months ago

Robert Pattinson, 34, Ben Affleck, 48, and Michael Keaton, 69, will all play Batman in 2022

Daily Mail  

Three generations of Batmans - Robert Pattinson, 34; Ben Affleck, 48; and Michael Keaton, 69 - are all set to portray the wealthy orphan-turned-caped crusader next year. Three generations of Batmans - Robert Pattinson, 34; Ben Affleck, 48; and Michael Keaton, 69 - are all set to portray the wealthy orphan-turned-caped crusader next year Last week, DC Films president Walter …

Before winning Oscar for Joker, Joaquin Phoenix was supposed to play Batman, but studio rejected him
4 years, 1 month ago

Before winning Oscar for Joker, Joaquin Phoenix was supposed to play Batman, but studio rejected him

Hindustan Times  

Actor Joaquin Phoenix won an Oscar for his performance as the iconic Batman villain Joker earlier this year, but did you know that the actor was in contention to play The Dark Knight in an abandoned project? After the franchise flopped with director Joel Schumacher’s Batman & Robin, starring George Clooney, Warner Bros began planning a reboot. Director Darren Aronofsky …

Christopher Nolan has earned the loyalty of his fans. ‘Tenet’ will test how much that’s worth
4 years, 3 months ago

Christopher Nolan has earned the loyalty of his fans. ‘Tenet’ will test how much that’s worth

CNN  

CNN — “Tenet” finally hits theaters in the US this weekend after opening in Europe and multiple delays, as Warner Bros. has made good on director Christopher Nolan’s objective of allowing people to enjoy the film on a big screen. At the center of Nolan’s filmography sits his Batman trilogy, beginning with “Batman Begins” in 2005, followed by “The Dark …

Robert Pattinson Debuts as Caped Crusader in Batman Trailer, Fans Call it 'the Darkest Yet'
4 years, 4 months ago

Robert Pattinson Debuts as Caped Crusader in Batman Trailer, Fans Call it 'the Darkest Yet'

News 18  

The trailer of Matt Reeves' The Batman starring Robert Pattinson as the caped crusader has been released in the virtual DC FanDome convention. Even though the film is tonally more similar to Christopher Nolan's Batman franchise than others, the unkempt and darker state of Bruce Wayne in the trailer has made many fans predict a much more gritty and gloomy …

The Batman teaser: Robert Pattinson’s Dark Knight brings the vengeance against unrecognisable Colin Farrell. Watch
4 years, 4 months ago

The Batman teaser: Robert Pattinson’s Dark Knight brings the vengeance against unrecognisable Colin Farrell. Watch

Hindustan Times  

Warner Bros has released the first teaser for its upcoming Batman film, starring Robert Pattinson and directed by Matt Reeves. Pattinson’s Batman makes a brutal entry towards the end of the teaser, when he beats down a thug -- much like in the Arkham video games -- and announces, “I am vengeance.” His voice isn’t as raspy as the one …

Ben Affleck to return as Batman in Ezra Miller's The Flash, confirms director Andy Muschietti
4 years, 4 months ago

Ben Affleck to return as Batman in Ezra Miller's The Flash, confirms director Andy Muschietti

Firstpost  

After playing the caped crusader in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, Justice League and Suicide Squad, Ben Affleck had announced last year he is stepping down from Batman’s role for good. Hollywood star Ben Affleck will make a comeback as caped crusader Batman in actor Ezra Miller-led The Flash movie. Apart from Affleck, veteran actor Michael Keaton, who played …

Ben Affleck and Michael Keaton to both return as Batman for ‘parallel universe’ Flash movie
4 years, 4 months ago

Ben Affleck and Michael Keaton to both return as Batman for ‘parallel universe’ Flash movie

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ben Affleck is to reprise his role as Batman in a …

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