Newtype Posted July 20, 2013 Share Posted July 20, 2013 BURBANK, CA, July 20, 2013 – On the heels of the worldwide success of “Man of Steel,” director Zack Snyder is bringing together the two most boring Super Heroes of all time—Batman and Superman—for the first time on the big screen. The announcement was made today by Greg Silverman, President, Creative Development and Worldwide Production, and Sue Kroll, President, Worldwide Marketing and International Distribution,Warner Bros. Pictures. The I have no idea why it's a current hit, “Man of Steel,” has taken in more than $630 million at the worldwide box office to date, and climbing. Along with its star, Henry Cavill, the upcomingfilm brings back Amy Adams, Laurence Fishburne and Diane Lane. The new Batman has yet to be cast. Snyder is co-writing the story with David S. Goyer, who will then pen the screenplay. Production is expected to begin in 2014, with an anticipated release date in Summer 2015. Silverman stated, “Zack Snyder is an incredibly talented filmmaker, but beyond that, he’s a fan first and he utterly gets this genre. We could not think of anyone better suited to the task of bringing these iconic Super Heroes to the screen in his own way.” Kroll added, “We are thrilled to be back in business with Zack and his team on this next movie. The I have no idea why it's a success of ‘Man of Steel’ is a wonderful testament to the love and support that both fans and new audiences, worldwide, have for these characters. We are very excited to see what Zack has in store for all of us.” Snyder continued: It’s official that we are going to make another Superman movie about a guy who's not really Superman. And you say, Zack, what is the movie about? But you don’t want me to tell you that. You want to go and see the movie. But I can say that maybe there’s a single element that will be in the film that I could… help you out with. I was thinking about how to do that. I pored through the DC Universe to look for a way to tell this thing. We’re writing the thing now, but I came across a thing I found that’ll help you understand it. And then Harry Lennix read this line, from Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns: “I want you to remember, Clark, in all the years to come, in all your most private moments, I want you to remember your hand at your throat. I want you to remember the one man who beat you.” That’s Batman speaking to Superman from the end of Miller’s story, and that quote blew the roof off Hall H. Snyder said “we’re not adapting this thing, but it is the thing that will help us tell that story.” So while the logo he showed on screen, pictured above, uses the bat logo design from Miller’s work, this won’t quite be a direct adaptation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Panch Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Smh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newtype Posted July 23, 2013 Author Share Posted July 23, 2013 Just in time for Avengers 2 and Star wars VII. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thrizzle Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Assuming Man of Steel was part one in DC's Justice League lead up, a World's Finest flick makes sense. I'd rather have that than yet another (and, let's face it, almost definitely shittier) Batman reboot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mr. Hakujin Posted July 28, 2013 Share Posted July 28, 2013 Why, newt? Why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The NZA Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 ...i don't think even he can save this though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iambaytor Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 Oh WB.... you're trying so hard... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Hakujin Posted August 11, 2013 Share Posted August 11, 2013 (edited) I think it's inspired casting if it's true. Also, what's the "tentpole" for the WB next summer supposed to be? *edit* Nevermind. It's apparently another remake of Godzilla. Edited August 11, 2013 by Mr. Hakujin used that new thing called the interweb to answer my own quesiton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iambaytor Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 I really don't see it, I think he's a great actor but it just reminds me of them stunt-casting Kevin Spacey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panch Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 (edited) Warner Bros is said to have approached the British actor with a $50 million contract, in the hopes of securing him for the Superman vs Batman project. http://www.digitalspy.com/movies/news/a506175/christian-bale-offered-usd50-million-to-return-for-superman-vs-batman.html Edited August 13, 2013 by Panch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iambaytor Posted August 13, 2013 Share Posted August 13, 2013 I just picture WB employees following him around all day throwing money at him. They really need to let go of the Nolanverse, at this point all they can really do is keep it on life support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alive she cried Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 (edited) Wh..what? Why? Don't get me wrong, I loved Bale, he is definitely the best live action Batman. But, he retired. Blake is now Batman, you'd have to disregard the end of the last movie. Just let the Nolan trilogy be what it intended to be, standalone. Casting a new Batman is the only sensible move. Edited August 14, 2013 by alive she cried Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panch Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I don't think they give a shit on taking a gamble on a new Bats. They have money signs in their eyes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alive she cried Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 I know, I know, but creatively it's nonsense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C_U_SPACECOWBOY Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 Man, WB's desperation is palpable. Just goes to show they have absolutely no idea of what they are doing. The only savings grace is that Bale is probably one of the few actor's out there principled enough, and more over crazy enough to turn down $50 million. Next they are going to try and have an animated Batman voiced by Kevin Conroy up against the reanimated corpse of Christopher Reeves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panch Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 No one is crazy enough to turn down 50 million. No one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keth Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 no one you say? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newtype Posted August 20, 2013 Author Share Posted August 20, 2013 Wh..what? Why? Don't get me wrong, I loved Bale, he is definitely the best live action Batman. Bale was boring as shit. Michael Keaton is the better Batman. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panch Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 The BEST Batman. Anyone coming in here saying Kevin Conroy is a dumbfuck. Animated? Yes. Live action? No. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keth Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 You're all crazy. This one surfs for Christ's sake. SURFS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panch Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Do we know for a fact that West did that stunt himself because if so he's the winner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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