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Step into the shadowy world of Batman, Gotham City’s greatest protector. From his iconic battles with the Joker, Bane, and the Riddler to his role as a founding member of the Justice League, explore articles that delve deep into the lore of the Dark Knight. Discover the latest news, movie reviews, comic book stories, and character insights. Whether you’re a fan of his detective skills, gadgets, or unwavering sense of justice, this is your ultimate destination for all things Batman.

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Movie News

Jeremy Irons Says Batman Vs. Superman Deserved A Kicking By Critics

The new Alfred for Batman Vs. Superman isn’t afraid to admit the movie had some faults.

In an interview with The Guardian, Irons agrees that Batman vs. Superman deserved a kicking from the critics, but does say it still made a lot of money.

“Deservedly so. I mean it took £800 million, so the kicking didn’t matter but it was sort of overstuffed,” Irons said. “It was very muddled. I think the next one will be simpler. The script is certainly a lot smaller, it’s more linear.”

Irons continues, possibly revealing the title of the Ben Affleck solo Batman movie, which Cosmic Book News was first told almost four years ago with “The Batman.”

“I’m tied into The Batman at the minute [the next installment, Justice League Part One, is due next year], which is nice because it’s a bit of income,” Irons said.

In Batman Vs. Superman, not only does Alfred play the “butler” role, but Alfred is also a highly trained soldier.

“If I was Mr and Mrs Wayne and I had a young son I thought could be kidnapped, killed or whatever because of his wealth, I’d make sure his guardian – his tutor, his mate – was somebody pretty capable,” Irons said.

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Movie News

Producer Charles Roven Gets The Boot Because of Batman Vs. Superman

Long time DC producer Charles Roven is reported to be getting diminished responsibilities as a result of the disappointing performance of Batman Vs. Superman.

Roven, who has been on the every DC film since Christopher Nolan’s 2005 Batman Begins, is said to no longer be producing certain DC movies, according to THR, with The Flash and Aquaman named (movies not yet filming).

It’s said talks are underway within WB to have Charles Roven as more of an executive producer role and one who is not involved in day-to-day production.

It is said that Roven could still be a producer on various sequels of movies he is already producing.

Charles Roven was producer on Man of Steel and Batman Vs. Superman and is currently the producer on Suicide Squad, Wonder Woman and Justice League.

It’s noted that one reason for the shift is due to WB wanting to increase the number of DC productions, with it said it’s physically impossible for one man to handle all the load.

It recently became known that Geoff Johns and WB exec Jon Berg are now co-running the DC films, with this report adding Berg is handling day-to-day operations on Justice League.

Regarding Zack Snyder receiving any blame, no report has specifically mentioned any ramifications for the director, which could be due to WB simply not wanting bad publicity with Justice League coming out. It is said WB is moving away from Zack Snyder’s “brain trust” of which Charles Roven was a part of (and wife Deborah, Richard Suckle and Wesley Collar).

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Movie News

How About Jake Gyllenhaal As The Riddler?

With a new Batman movie in the works, how about a Riddler on screen that is as worthy as Heath Ledger’s Joker?

We did see Riddler Easter Eggs in Batman vs. Superman (above), so it’s at least confirmed the character is in the DCEU and also probable that Batman has had a run in or two with Edward Nygma.

So who should play the Riddler?

Well, how about Jake Gyllenhaal, who was actually David Goyer’s pick to play Batman for the Christopher Nolan films.

Cool fan art serviced of Gyllenhaal on Reddit which makes a pretty convincing case it could work:

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Movie News

Geoff Johns Confirms Working On Solo Ben Affleck Batman Movie

Geoff Johns, who was recently said to have been appointed to co-run DC films, confirms involvement in the new Ben Affleck Batman movie.

Johns also talks a bit about being the DC Entertainment chief creative officer, but it’s noted he wouldn’t confirm being the new head of DC movies.

My job is to help other Warner Brothers divisions work with DC. I work with Warner TV and producers to get these shows up and running, in particular with ‘The Flash,’ where I co-created the show, wrote a few episodes, wrote the pilot episode.”

“I work with other people, Ames Kirshen in games, the studios like Rocksteady and Netherrealm, go in there on character choices, story they’re going to do and brainstorm on that, try to keep it true to comics.

“I do get to say I’m working on ‘Batman’ with Ben Affleck. That gets the Thanksgiving table excited, especially my brother.”

No release date has yet been announced for the new Batman movie, which is said to possibly feature a Red Hood storyline or even all the Batman villains. According to previous reports, Johns co-wrote the script with Affleck, who is also supposed to direct. A few years ago we were even first told the title might be “The Batman.”

(via CBR)

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Movie News

WB Confirms Dead Robin Batman Vs. Superman Identity

Warner Bros. finally confirms the identity of the dead Robin from the Batman Vs. Superman costume seen in the Batcave.

A sneak peek at WB’s new DC Exhibit features the costume in which the tour guide confirms it’s for Jason Todd.

“This was one of the big things from Batman vs. Superman right across this way. The Jason Todd Robin suit,” Tour guide John confirms in the video below. “Spray painted on the front ‘Ha ha. The joke’s on you Batman.’ Those of you who know the storyline, know what happened to this Robin. Comic book fans unite!”

Tour guide John also noted the costumes used in the exhibit are not replicas, but authentic and straight from production.

Some other details about this Robin:

Affleck offered about Batman: “He’s bitterly disappointed in the past that he’s lost this guy who fought by his side. That character’s death must have been devastating to him, and he’s suffered. We get the sense that he’s suffered a lot of devastating losses before this movie even starts… He’s projecting his own sense of failure, his own sense of disillusionment, his own cynicism onto Superman.

Zack Snyder on this Robin: “In my mind it was that Robin died about ten years earlier during some run-in with a young Joker, and that was interesting to me, sort of a fun back story to play with. I felt like the whole idea was that there had been loss and there had been sacrifice. In a weird way he sacrificed everything to be Batman. He doesn’t have a life outside the cave. I thought by including Robin – a dead Robin –  was helping us understand that he’s been on quite a little journey.”

It’s been rumored that Jason Todd and the Red Hood will be a part of the Ben Affleck Batman movie as well.

Cosmic Book News was also the first to reveal the Robin concept art:

Tour Guide John reveals Robin identity in Batman Vs. Superman:

Live from DC Universe: The Exhibit!

Posted by Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood on Wednesday, May 18, 2016

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Movie News

Batman: Return To Arkham Trailer

Check out the announce trailer below for the Batman: Return To Arkham enhanced version of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City along with all previously released DLC.

The game is now available for pre-order and will be released July 26th.

Description:

Return to Arkham and experience two of the most critically acclaimed titles of the last generation – Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City, with fully remastered and updated visuals. Batman: Return to Arkham includes the comprehensive versions of both games and includes all previously released additional content. Batman: Arkham Asylum exposes players to a dark and atmospheric adventure that takes them into the depths of Arkham Asylum – Gotham City’s high security psychiatric hospital for the criminally insane. Use Batman’s legendary gadgetry, strike from the shadows, and confront The Joker and Gotham City’s most notorious super villains. Batman: Arkham City sends players soaring into Arkham City – a heavily fortified sprawling district in the heart of Gotham City. Batman Arkham City introduces a brand-new story that draws together an all-star cast of classic characters and murderous villains from the Batman universe, as well as new and enhanced gameplay features.

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Movie News

Watch: Batman: The Killing Joke Trailer Breakdown

A few days ago saw WB reveal the official release date, art and trailer for the Batman: The Killing Joke animated movie.

Now DC All Access takes a look at the trailer in a breakdown video.

“All it takes is one bad day…” Fortunately, today doesn’t qualify as that because in this exclusive DC All Access animation clip, we’re breaking down the new trailer for Batman: The Killing Joke, the highly anticipated, R-rated animated adaptation of one of the most infamous Batman tales of all time. What’s in the graphic novel and what’s new for this adaptation? Watch and find out!

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Watch: Chris Evans Jokes Robert Downey Jr. Is Like Batman

Check out a video below featuring Chris Evans talking about that cool helicopter scene from Captain America: Civil War.

Evans is asked if there was any digital effects used for the look of his bulging biceps.

Evans asks Kevin Feige if there was, in which Feige says it’s all Evans.

Evans then goes on to explain that filming the movie saw his arm become soar at various times. 

Chris Evans then jokes he was in Robert Downey Jr.’s trailer nursing his soar arm, and compares it to Batman.

“…There were many days that I would come into Downey’s trailer, and he has all these amazing contraptions,” Evans offered. “He’s like – well, I was going to say another comic book character; we don’t want to bring DC into this [everyone laughs]. – but he has all these amazing toys, and he had all these stickers and weird things [“electro medicine,” added Downey]. Whatever it is. It actually was great. It’s a mess again though…”

Paul Rudd and Anthony Russo also offer their thoughts on the scene.

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Comic Book News

Watch: 10 Ten DC Comics Deaths Of All Time

Check out a video beow from DC All Access going over the top ten DC Comics deaths of all time.

Being a super hero is dangerous business and with the stakes as high as they come, some heroes are bound to fall. As fans, we’ve all been moved and chilled by the heroic sacrifices made by some of our greatest characters. In this exclusive DC All Access clip, we list off ten of our favorites. Don’t forget the tissues. 

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Movie News

Batman: The Killing Joke Animated Movie Official Release Date, Trailer & Box Art

WB officially announced the Batman: The Killing Joke movie with the following details, trailer and box art.

Batman: The Killing Joke will be available August 2nd.

 

Info:

KEVIN CONROY & MARK HAMILL REPRISE SEMINAL ROLES AS BATMAN & THE JOKER IN WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT’S BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE

HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED R-RATED ANIMATED THRILLER ARRIVES AUGUST 2, 2016 ON BLU-RAYTM DELUXE EDITION, BLU-RAY TM COMBO PACK, DVD & DIGITAL HD

 

Delve into the demented history of the Dark Knight’s arch nemesis – The Joker – as he sets out to prove insanity is only a horrifying moment away for anyone in the latest DC Universe Original Movie, Batman: The Killing Joke. Based on one of the best-selling graphic novels of all time, this R-rated, feature-length animated film brings together some of the key creative team behind Batman: The Animated Series with executive producer Bruce Timm at the helm and Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill returning to their seminal roles as Batman and The Joker, respectively. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation and DC Entertainment, Batman: The Killing Joke arrives August 2, 2016 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-Ray™ Deluxe Edition, Blu-Ray™ Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.

Batman: The Killing Joke will be available on Blu-rayTM Deluxe Edition for $29.96 SRP, Blu-rayTM Combo Pack for $24.98 SRP, and DVD for $19.98 SRP. The Blu-rayTM Combo Pack includes a digital version of the movie on Digital HD with UltraViolet. The Blu-ray™ Deluxe Edition will include all components of the Blu-Ray™ Combo Pack, along with an exclusive figurine of The Joker in a numbered, limited edition gift set.

Fans can also own Batman: The Killing Joke on Digital HD on July 26, 2016 via purchase from digital retailers.

Based on the acclaimed graphic novel of the same name, Batman: The Killing Joke takes a journey into the dark psyche of the Clown Prince of Crime – from his humble beginnings as a struggling comedian to his fateful encounter with Batman that changes both of their lives forever. Years later, and now escaped from Arkham Asylum, The Joker devises a plan to prove that one bad day can make anyone as insane as he is – setting his sights on Commissioner Gordon. It’s up to the Dark Knight to put a stop to The Joker’s latest scheme and save one of Gotham City’s finest. Following a gripping prologue introducing Barbara Gordon’s heroic adventures alongside Batman as Batgirl, Batman: The Killing Joke stays true to the authentic tale that has held fans’ imaginations for nearly three decades – spotlighting the birth of a Super-Villain, the fortitude of a Super Hero and the punchline that will leave you speechless.

Published by DC Comics in 1988, the two-time Eisner Award winning Batman: The Killing Joke graphic novel has maintained an unparalleled popularity throughout its 28 years of existence – as evidenced by its recent ranking as the best-selling graphic novel of 2015.

“Batman: The Killing Joke presents one of the most compelling stories in the annals of Batman’s adventures: the evolution of The Joker from normalcy to criminal insanity. This was a very challenging story to tell because of the intense, often disturbing storyline, but we are extremely pleased with how true to the graphic novel we have been in this original film.” said Mary Ellen Thomas, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Vice President, Family & Animation Marketing. “Warner Bros. Home Entertainment is proud to release Batman: The Killing Joke as an authentic representation of its revered story for both longtime fans and new fans alike.” The celebrity-laden cast is led by Kevin Conroy (Batman: The Animated Series, Justice League) and Mark Hamill (Star Wars franchise) as they reprise their seminal roles as the voices of Batman/Bruce Wayne and The Joker, respectively. The cast also features Tara Strong (Teen Titans; Batman: Arkham games), as Barbara Gordon and Ray Wise (Twin Peaks, RoboCop) as Commissioner Gordon.

Batman: The Killing Joke is directed by Sam Liu (Justice League vs. Teen Titans) from a script by Eisner Award-winning writer Brian Azzarello. Bruce Timm and Sam Register are executive producers, and Alan Burnett is co-producer. Benjamin Melniker & Michael Uslan are executive producers.

Batman: The Killing Joke – Enhanced Content

DVD

• An exclusive sneak peek at the next DC Universe Original Movie.

Blu-ray™ Combo Pack 

• An exclusive sneak peek at the next DC Universe Original Movie.
• Featurette – “Batman: The Killing Joke – Madness Set To Music” – Jim Gordon must bear witness to the most disturbing images any father could imagine while a maniac entices his break from sanity in song. This documentary looks at the step-by-process of one of the most crucial scenes in Batman: The Killing Joke, including the methodology James Tucker used as he storyboarded Brian Bolland’s stunning work for the screen; Dynamic Music Partners composers/lyricists’ creative merging of original music with the poetic words from the graphic novel to provoke the desired feelings and emotions for this critical scene; and actor Mark Hamill’s physical, devoted performance to capturing the world¹s most notorious Super-Villain in song.
• Featurette – “Many Shades of Joker: The Tale of The Killing Joke” – Brian Bolland’s artwork is instantly recognizable to comic book enthusiasts all over the world. Known for his amazing cover art, it was a rare inclusion into the body of a graphic novel, Batman: The Killing Joke, that helped the perennial story of Batman and The Joker remain a fan favorite for decades to come. Combined with the graphic novel’s original script – which is more than just the telling of a story, but an intricate map explaining every stop along the way to the end of a fantastic journey – this documentary reveals the artistic process behind The Killing Joke’s distinct style. We’ll learn how artists and writers excelled at conveying story and human emotion one panel at a time, mesmerizing readers with unforgettable stories and humanized depictions of heroes and villains. And why after nearly 30 years in print, Batman: The Killing Joke is more thought provoking than ever, as its socio-economic themes are relatable to generation after generation.
• From the DC Comics Vault – Two 22-minute episodes:

1. The New Batman Adventures – “Old Wounds”

2. Batman: The Animated Series – “Christmas with The Joker”

Blu-ray™ Deluxe Edition

• Exclusive Limited Edition The Joker Figurine
• An exclusive sneak peek at the next DC Universe Original Movie..
• Featurette – “Batman: The Killing Joke – Madness Set To Music” – Jim Gordon must bear witness to the most disturbing images any father could imagine while a maniac entices his break from sanity in song. This documentary looks at the step-by-process of one of the most crucial scenes in Batman: The Killing Joke, including the methodology James Tucker used as he storyboarded Brian Bolland’s stunning work for the screen; Dynamic Music Partners composers/lyricists’ creative merging of original music with the poetic words from the graphic novel to provoke the desired feelings and emotions for this critical scene; and actor Mark Hamill’s physical, devoted performance to capturing the world¹s most notorious Super-Villain in song.
• Featurette – “Many Shades of Joker: The Tale of The Killing Joke” – Brian Bolland’s artwork is instantly recognizable to comic book enthusiasts all over the world. Known for his amazing cover art, it was a rare inclusion into the body of a graphic novel, Batman: The Killing Joke, that helped the perennial story of Batman and The Joker remain a fan favorite for decades to come. Combined with the graphic novel’s original script – which is more than just the telling of a story, but an intricate map explaining every stop along the way to the end of a fantastic journey – this documentary reveals the artistic process behind The Killing Joke’s distinct style. We’ll learn how artists and writers excelled at conveying story and human emotion one panel at a time, mesmerizing readers with unforgettable stories and humanized depictions of heroes and villains. And why after nearly 30 years in print, Batman: The Killing Joke is more thought provoking than ever, as its socio-economic themes are relatable to generation after generation. • From the DC Comics Vault – Two 22-minute episodes: 1. The New Batman Adventures – “Old Wounds” 2. Batman: The Animated Series – “Christmas with The Joker”

DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION ELEMENTS
Batman: The Killing Joke will be available to viewers for streaming and download to watch anywhere in high definition and standard definition on their favorite devices from select digital retailers including Amazon, CinemaNow, Flixster, iTunes, PlayStation, Vudu, Xbox and others. Starting July 23, 2016, Batman: The Killing Joke will also be available digitally on Video On Demand services from cable and satellite providers, and on select gaming consoles.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: The Accountant Trailer Starring Ben Affleck

Watch a new trailer below for Ben Affleck’s latest movie The Accountant.

The Accountant has an October 14, 2016 release directed by Gavin O’Connor also starring Anna Kendrick, Jon Bernthal, Alison Wright, J.K. Simmons and John Lithgow.

Synopsis:

Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) is a math savant with more affinity for numbers than people. Behind the cover of a small-town CPA office, he works as a freelance accountant for some of the world’s most dangerous criminal organizations. With the Treasury Department’s Crime Enforcement Division, run by Ray King (J.K. Simmons), starting to close in, Christian takes on a legitimate client: a state-of-the-art robotics company where an accounting clerk (Anna Kendrick) has discovered a discrepancy involving millions of dollars. But as Christian uncooks the books and gets closer to the truth, it is the body count that starts to rise.

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TV News

First Look At Clayface In Gotham

Fox released a batch of preview images for the upcoming episode of Gotham, “A Legion of Horribles,” which features a first look at Basil Karlo, a.k.a. Clayface, played by Brian McManamon.

Jada Pinkett-Smith also returns in the episode reprising as Fish Mooney.

Episode synopsis:

Hugo Strange welcomes a familiar face to GOTHAM after he resurrects Fish Mooney in Indian Hill. Later, Bruce discovers a friend is in danger and teams up with Gordon, Alfred and Lucius, while uncovering more of Strange’s experiments in the all-new “Wrath of the Villains: A Legion of Horribles” episode of GOTHAM airing Monday, May 16 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (GTH-221) (TV-14 L, V)

“Gotham” stars Ben McKenzie as James Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne, Sean Pertwee as Alfred Pennyworth, Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot, Erin Richards as Barbara Kean, Camren Bicondova as Selina Kyle, Cory Michael Smith as Edward Nygma, Drew Powell as Butch Gilzean and Morena Baccarin as Dr. Leslie Thompkins.

 
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Movie News

Watch: Sneak Peek at DC Universe: The Exhibit Includes Suicide Squad & Batman Vs. Superman

Check out a sneak peek video below at the upcoming DC Universe: The Exhibit attraction that will be featured at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood.

The exhibit will feature props and costumes on display from Batman Vs. Superman, Suicide Squad and more.

 

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Opening May 24, 2016, Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood and DC Entertainment will reveal the newest star attraction on the Warner Bros. lot in DC Universe: The Exhibit, featuring the greatest Super Heroes and Super-Villains. DC Universe: The Exhibit will be the new first floor feature in The Archive – which is just one of many stops on Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. As part of the newest addition to the Tour, guests will be able to explore authentic props and costumes from the highly anticipated summer film, “Suicide Squad,” two months prior to the film’s debut in theaters. Highlights of the interactive experience include the original Belle Reve prison cell set once occupied by Harley Quinn (portrayed on-screen by Margot Robbie) in “Suicide Squad,” as well as the Bat lab in the Batcave from Ben Affleck’s first outing as Batman in “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice”. The exhibit also pays homage to the origins of DC Comics, including all seven Super Heroes of the Justice League, exclusively at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood.

Inside DC Universe: The Exhibit, Studio Tour guests will be treated to an exclusive sneak peek at David Ayer’s upcoming “Suicide Squad” as they explore authentic props and costumes from the film on a rotating basis. Assets from characters Deadshot, Harley Quinn, Joker, Boomerang, Enchantress, Katana, Diablo, Slipknot, Rick Flag and Killer Croc will interchange throughout the summer in advance of the film’s August 5 release.

The exhibit also showcases “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” through an interactive experience, paying homage to the original “Super Hero,” Superman, and nocturnal crime-fighter, Batman. Guests will have the opportunity to get up close to Kryptonite, Superman’s sole weakness. Inserting their hands into a pair of gloves, inside a case holding the element, they will mirror Lex Luthor (played in the film by Jesse Eisenberg) and his kryptonite case featured in “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.” Additionally, guests can see striking Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman costumes, as well as the authentic costumes of Lois, Clark, Alfred, and Bruce Wayne, original Bat Lab in the Bat Cave set pieces, and much more. Reserve your tickets today for Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood.

Tour guide John Kourounis takes us inside the Warner Bros. Archives for sneak peak at the upcoming DC Universe: The Exhibit. 

DC Universe: The Exhibit is coming May 24th to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood. Book your tickets today: www.wbstudiotour.com 

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Movie News

Ben Affleck Said To Be Working On Justice League Rewrites

A couple of days ago saw it revealed that Ben Affleck has been named as an executive producer on the Justice League movie.

It was reported that Ben Affleck “will work with director Zack Snyder and screenwriter Chris Terrio behind the scenes to make the film the best it can be.”

Now it’s learned that some of Affleck’s duties will be to help rewrite the Justice League script (which is currently filming).

While Forbes is spinning the news that Affleck is simply helping out to get the Justice League script more in tune with his Batman solo movie, I’m guessing it has more to do with the trainwreck of a script that was Batman Vs. Superman (and of course the negative reviews, reactions and poor box office performance).

While Terrio might be an Oscar award-winning Hollywood screenplay writer, his Batman Vs. Superman script was a complete disaster. Now whether that’s Terrio’s fault, Snyder’s fault or David Goyer’s fault is anyone’s guess (or all three), the fact is Terrio never read a comic book in his life prior to writing Batman Vs. Superman, and Terrio is said to have at least written the new and younger Lex Luthor, which a lot of fans loathed.

So it’s definitely a good thing Ben Affleck is coming on board to offer his two cents on Justice League. Affleck also co-wrote the upcoming solo Batman movie with DC Entertainment chief creative officer and comic book writer Geoff Johns. It’s assumed Affleck will direct the solo Batman movie as well.

Affleck is also currently in the UK with his family for the filming of Justice League.

“Justice League” has a November 17, 2017 release directed by Zack Snyder starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Jason Momoa as Aquaman, Ezra Miller as The Flash, Ray Fisher as Cyborg, J.K. Simmons as Commissioner Gordon and Willem Dafoe in an unknown role.

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TV News

Arrow, The Flash & Gotham Season Finale Descriptions

The CW and Fox released the season finale descriptions for Arrow, The Flash and Gotham.

Gotham, “Transference,” airs Monday, May 22nd:

While Gordon, Bruce and Lucius remain at Indian Hill, the city of Gotham will be met with a new threat as Hugo Strange’s inmates devise a plan to escape and start their new lives.

The Flash, “The Race Of His Life,” airs Tuesday, May 23rd:

After Zoom (guest star Teddy Sears) reveals his true plan, Barry (Grant Gustin) vows to do whatever it takes to stop him.

Arrow, “Schism,” airs Wedneday, May 24th.

Oliver (Stephen Amell) teams up with a surprising force in an attempt to stop Damien Darhk (guest star Neal McDonough) and his magic once and for all.

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Movie News

Batman Vs. Superman Bat Crypt Creature Concept Art & Figure Revealed

Check out concept art of the “Bat Creature” from the Wayne Family Crypt scene in Batman Vs. Superman as well as the DC Comics Multiverse action figure.

The text on the concept art reads:

The nearby family crypt containing the remains of his parents, Thomas and Martha, is also in a similar state of neglect. It is a reminder of the night they were murdered, when the three of them went into the city to take in a movie. The loss of his parents at such an early age was the impetus for his crime-fighting career, but that event still has the power to invade his sleep with nightmarish visions, all these years later.

Looks a bit like Man-Bat, too.

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” is directed by Zack Snyder starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter as Senator Finch and Tao Okamoto as Mercy Graves. J

Synopsis:

Fearing the actions of a god-like Super Hero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis’s most revered, modern-day savior, while the world wrestles with what sort of hero it really needs. And with Batman and Superman at war with one another, a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it’s ever known before.

(Concept art via the Art of the Film book; figure image via reddit)

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Movie News

Ben Affleck Named Executive Producer On Justice League Movie

More than likely as a result of the lackluster performace and reviews for Batman Vs. Superman, Ben Affleck has now come on board the Justice League movie as executive producer.

Deadline reports Ben Affleck “will work with director Zack Snyder and screenwriter Chris Terrio behind the scenes to make the film the best it can be.”

The article also notes: “Affleck is doing this to be supportive of Snyder, with whom he worked well on Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice,” and also that: “Warner Bros is still figuring out its stylistic superhero mojo, and Affleck will help.”

Affleck is also co-writing, directing and starring in the upcoming standalone Batman movie.

Batman Vs. Superman has grossed $864 million, which is shy of the $900 million needed for the movie to take a profit and well shy of the magic billion dollar number WB was hoping for.

There have been a lot of rumors and controversy as of late surrounding Zack Snyder and Batman Vs. Superman ranging from comic book professionals telling Snyder FU, to The Flash losing its director, to the panic button being hit.

“Justice League” has a November 17, 2017 release directed by Zack Snyder starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Jason Momoa as Aquaman, Ezra Miller as The Flash, Ray Fisher as Cyborg, J.K. Simmons as Commissioner Gordon and Willem Dafoe in an unknown role.

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Movie News

Batman: The Killing Joke Animated Movie On Sale In August


Batman: The Killing Joke Trailer
 

The animated Batman: The Killing Joke movie goes on sale this August 2nd.

Amazon revealed the release date along with the following box art.

Watch the trailer above.

Batman: The Killing Joke is rated-R.

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Batman: The Killing Joke, one of the best-selling graphic novels in history, tells the tale of The Joker’s origin story – from his humble beginnings as a struggling comic, to his fateful encounter with Batman that changes both of their lives forever. Actors Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill reprise their Batman: The Animated Series roles as Batman and The Joker, respectively.

A two-time Eisner Award winner written by renowned comics author Alan Moore, Batman: The Killing Joke has maintained an unparalleled popularity throughout its 28 years of existence – as evidenced by its ranking as the best-selling graphic novel of 2015. Batman: The Killing Joke was greenlit in 2013 and announced in July 2015 at Comic Con International in San Diego.

Batman: The Killing Joke also features the voices of Tara Strong (Teen Titans; Batman: Arkham games), as Barbara Gordon and Ray Wise (Twin Peaks, RoboCop) as Commissioner Gordon. Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will host the film’s World Premiere at Comic-Con International this summer, and see a subsequent release in 2016 on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.

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TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham Azrael Is “Unleashed” Trailer

Watch the preview for the next episode of Gotham, “Unleashed.”

Episode synopsis:

Azrael is on the loose in Gotham City, which sparks Penguin’s need for revenge. Meanwhile, Bruce enlists the help of Selina Kyle to help track down Professor Strange, as he evades arrest for his experiments in the all-new “Wrath of the Villains: Unleashed” episode of GOTHAM airing Monday, May 9th on FOX. 

“Gotham” stars Ben McKenzie as James Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne, Sean Pertwee as Alfred Pennyworth, Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot, Erin Richards as Barbara Kean, Camren Bicondova as Selina Kyle, Cory Michael Smith as Edward Nygma, Drew Powell as Butch Gilzean and Morena Baccarin as Dr. Leslie Thompkins.

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Comic Book News

Six Flags Reveals The Joker Rollercoaster

With the release of the upcoming animated Batman: The Killing Joke movie, now seems like a good time to unveil The Joker rollercoaster.

Check out images, info and video of the new Joker rollercoaster in action, which is expected to be open for Memorial Day weekend at Six Flags in Jackson, New Jersey.

Info:

Six Flags Great Adventure’s 14th and most unique coaster will be nothing to laugh at. After heading straight up a 12-story, 90-degree hill, this 4-D, free-fly coaster will wreak havoc as you flip head-over-heels at least six times along the weightless journey. You will experience exhilarating leaps and dives along a horizontal plane, along with unexpected drops as you tumble from one level to the next. The wing seats amp up the pandemonium since you will experience all of this chaos with no track above or below – just the sky, ground and adjacent Great Lake churning around you!

THE JOKER Facts
Massive, imposing, floating and twisting I-box track frame in a unique two-tone design
One-of-a-kind onboard magnetic technology featuring smooth head-over-heels free-fly flips providing you the feeling of weightlessness as you soar outside the confines of a traditional track
4-D wing vehicles that seat up to 8 per vehicle with a total of 5 vehicles
Face-off seats that allow you to face each other as you tumble head over heels
A 120-foot-tall, 90-degree hill that is ascended by an elevator-style, chain link lift
Two beyond 90-degree “raven” drops giving the sensation of free-falling
THE JOKER will give a whole new skyline to the Lakefront section of the park.

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Movie News

Gerry Conway Says FU Zack Snyder About Batman Vs. Superman & More

Zack Snyder has come under fire for his depiction of the DC Universe: Batman kills, Superman kills, just about everything Superman has been butchered, etc.

Now legendary comic book creator Gerry Conway reacts to Snyder’s Batman Vs. Superman and DCEU.

Quotes Zack Snyder made back in 2008 have surfaced, which caused Conway to take to Twitter to slam Snyder with a big “FU.”

Here are Snyder’s quotes:

You could call it “high-brow” comics, but to me, that comic book was just pretty sexy! I had a buddy who tried getting me into “normal” comic books, but I was all like, “No one is having sex or killing each other. This isn’t really doing it for me.” I was a little broken, that way. So whenWatchmen came along, I was, “This is more my scene.”

and

Everyone says that about [Christopher Nolan’s] Batman Begins. “Batman’s dark.” I’m like, okay, “No, Batman’s cool.” He gets to go to a Tibetan monastery and be trained by ninjas. Okay? I want to do that. But he doesn’t, like, get raped in prison. That could happen in my movie. If you want to talk about dark, that’s how that would go.

Here is what Gerry Conway, co-creator of Punisher, writer of Amazing Spider-Man, writer of death of Gwen Stacy, writer of JLA, creator of Firestorm, had to say:

Fuck you, Zack Snyder. “Zack Snyder’s baffling vision for superhero movies, explained by Zack Snyder”

The real mystery is why Warners gave him their whole superhero franchise after “Watchmen” and “Sucker Punch” flopped

Ah, the “sunk cost fallacy” in action, illustrating the Escalation of Commitment principle

Which part is garbage? Snyder’s obnoxious view of superheroes, or calling him out for those views? Warners’ continued support of Zack Snyder despite evidence he’s a terrible choice for superhero movies, explained:

But they ARE Snyder quotes and clearly reflect his current thinking as evidenced by #BvS. Seems relevant to me.

To be fair, #BvS is kind of a “fuck you” in its own way. Google “Jimmy Olsen fun Zack Snyder” if you think otherwise

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Movie News

Ben Affleck Speculated For Wonder Woman Movie Cameo

We’ve first seen Ben Affleck in Batman Vs. Superman, which will be followed by an appearance in Suicide Squad.

Affleck is also starring in the two Justice League movies and the standalone Batman film of which he is writing, directing and starring in.

Now it’s possible Ben Affleck might be featured in the Gal Gadot Wonder Woman movie as well.

Way back yonder, I was told Ben Affleck had signed on for a “huge” multi-picture deal to appear as Bruce Wayne and Batman in the DCEU.

While there is presently no confirmation of Ben Affleck or Bruce Wayne in Wonder Woman, there is confirmation Wayne Enterprises will be featured in the film.

A new Wonder Woman set image has hit the net featuring Gal Gadot along with a Wayne Enterprises armored vehicle, which may suggest Gotham City as well.

Not only does the image hint Ben Affleck might be appearing in the movie, but also that Wonder Woman may take part in the present day, as it’s known Wonder Woman is set in WWI as well.

“Wonder Woman” has a June 2, 2017 release date.

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Movie News

Batman Vs. Superman Dead Robin Seemingly Confirmed As Jason Todd

In the comics, Jason Todd died on April 27, 1985.

Yesterday saw the official Batman Vs. Superman Instagram account reveal that the Robin in the movie died 20 years ago on the same day.

Now it could be just a coincidence, but some reddit users don’t think so, and then there is the fact that the Red Hood is rumored for the solo Ben Affleck Batman movie.

It also means possibly that Dick Grayson is Nightwing in the DCEU.

 

“Twenty years in Gotham, how many good guys are left?” #BatmanvSuperman

A photo posted by Batman v Superman (@batmanvsuperman) on

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” is directed by Zack Snyder starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter as Senator Finch and Tao Okamoto as Mercy Graves.

Synopsis:

Fearing the actions of a god-like Super Hero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis’s most revered, modern-day savior, while the world wrestles with what sort of hero it really needs. And with Batman and Superman at war with one another, a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it’s ever known before.

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Comic Book News Marvel

Today Is National Superhero Day

Today happens to be National Superhero Day, which was created by employees of Marvel back in 1995.

Why not stop in at your local comic book shop and pick up a few items!

Or you an always head to Amazon.

Check out some social media posts celebrating the occasion:

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Movie Trailers

Batman: The Killing Joke Animated Movie Trailer Released

Check out the official trailer for the upcoming animated movie, Batman: The Killing Joke, which will be rated-R.

Info:

Batman: The Killing Joke, one of the best-selling graphic novels in history, tells the tale of The Joker’s origin story – from his humble beginnings as a struggling comic, to his fateful encounter with Batman that changes both of their lives forever. Actors Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill reprise their Batman: The Animated Series roles as Batman and The Joker, respectively.

A two-time Eisner Award winner written by renowned comics author Alan Moore, Batman: The Killing Joke has maintained an unparalleled popularity throughout its 28 years of existence – as evidenced by its ranking as the best-selling graphic novel of 2015. Batman: The Killing Joke was greenlit in 2013 and announced in July 2015 at Comic Con International in San Diego.

Batman: The Killing Joke also features the voices of Tara Strong (Teen Titans; Batman: Arkham games), as Barbara Gordon and Ray Wise (Twin Peaks, RoboCop) as Commissioner Gordon. Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will host the film’s World Premiere at Comic-Con International this summer, and see a subsequent release in 2016 on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.

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Movie News

Justice League 2017: J.K. Simmons Talks Playing Commissioner Gordon

The DCEU Justice League will have a new Commissioner Gordon, played by the recently announced J.K. Simmons.

Collider caught up with the actor to get his thoughts. You can also read what the previous Gordon, Gary Oldman, had to say about giving advice to Simmons.

On reading the comics:

Well, to read the comics, yes, absolutely. I’m still a couple of months out from doing that and I have two other films before then, so I haven’t gotten started on that. Obviously, a lot of really wonderful actors have played that character previously, and most of them I saw at the time the movies came out, never imagining that I would be doing the same thing. So, I can’t say that I don’t have some impression of that character in my head that’s based on what I saw, but I’m not planning on going back and watching any of the other films. I’m just planning on learning as much as I can about him through the comics and getting my feet wet in the first movie, and then hopefully continuing on from there. I take this from my days doing theater. If I was doing a musical, I would never listen to the cast album because I wanted to do my version of something. I’m sure there will be differences and similarities with what Gary Oldman or Pat Hingle have done before, but I’m just going to try to do my take on it and be as informed as I can about the rich history of the Batman universe, going into it.

On also playing J. Jonah Jameson in Spider-Man:

There are easy comparisons to make. I wasn’t a big comic book reading kid, so I did a fair amount of reading when I was playing Jameson, who was very much the comic relief in those movies. Even in the comics, he was a blowhard who was all bark and very rarely bite. My understanding, from what I’ve learned so far about Commissioner Gordon, is that he’s the older guy with the mustache who relates with our hero in a certain way. Other than that, it’s a vastly different character and much more of a stronger, impactful character in the DC universe.

“Justice League” has a November 17, 2017 release directed by Zack Snyder starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Jason Momoa as Aquaman, Ezra Miller as The Flash, Ray Fisher as Cyborg, J.K. Simmons as Commissioner Gordon and Wilem Dafoe in an unknown role.

(pictured above: J.K. Simmons from The Meddler)

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TV News

Watch: Top 10 DC Animated Moments Part 2

DC All Access has put together a second part for their Top 10 DC animated moments.

You can watch the first part here.

SPOILER ALERT: This video recaps crucial plot points in several of DC’s animated movies, including Justice League vs. Teen Titans!

Over the past ten years, DC’s animated movies have continued to thrill fans with their breathtaking action, cool characterizations and stories inspired by or adapted directly from acclaimed graphic novels. We’ve already pulled together one list of our top ten favorite moments, but with so many movies and scenes to choose from, we couldn’t help going back for seconds. Here are ten MORE unforgettable moments from your favorite DC animated movies.

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TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham “Azrael” Movie Trailer

FOX released a new “movie” trailer for the next episodes of Gotham featuring Azrael.

Watch the trailer below and check out the preview images.

“Azrael” episode synopsis; airs May 2nd:

Gordon and Bruce question Professor Strange about Project Chimera, which leads Strange to send the newly resurrected Galavan to confront Gordon. Meanwhile, Nygma investigates who Professor Strange is.

“Unleashed” episode synopsis: airs May 9th:

Azrael is on the loose in Gotham City, which sparks Penguin’s need for revenge. Meanwhile, Bruce enlists the help of Selina Kyle to help track down Professor Strange, as he evades arrest for his experiments.

“Gotham” stars Ben McKenzie as James Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne, Sean Pertwee as Alfred Pennyworth, Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot, Erin Richards as Barbara Kean, Camren Bicondova as Selina Kyle, Cory Michael Smith as Edward Nygma, Drew Powell as Butch Gilzean and Morena Baccarin as Dr. Leslie Thompkins.

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TV News

Gotham Azrael Preview Images

Check out preview images for the Gotham episodes featuring Azrael, played by James Frain.

Pics of the Azrael costume are also available.

“Azrael” episode synopsis; airs May 2nd:

Gordon and Bruce question Professor Strange about Project Chimera, which leads Strange to send the newly resurrected Galavan to confront Gordon. Meanwhile, Nygma investigates who Professor Strange is.

“Unleashed” episode synopsis: airs May 9th:

Azrael is on the loose in Gotham City, which sparks Penguin’s need for revenge. Meanwhile, Bruce enlists the help of Selina Kyle to help track down Professor Strange, as he evades arrest for his experiments.

“Gotham” stars Ben McKenzie as James Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne, Sean Pertwee as Alfred Pennyworth, Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot, Erin Richards as Barbara Kean, Camren Bicondova as Selina Kyle, Cory Michael Smith as Edward Nygma, Drew Powell as Butch Gilzean and Morena Baccarin as Dr. Leslie Thompkins.

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Movie News

WB Officially Announces R-Rating For Batman: The Killing Joke Animated Movie

Following last night’s news that the Batman: The Killing Joke animated movie will have an R-rating, now WB has officially announced and confirmed the news.

See below.

 

WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT ACCEPTS MPAA “R” RATING FOR BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE

All-New Animated DC Universe Original Movie to Authentically Reflect Best-Selling & Eisner Award-Winning Graphic Novel; First Non-PG/PG-13 Rated Film in 9-Year History of Franchise

 

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment has accepted the MPAA’s “R” rating for its upcoming animated film, Batman: The Killing Joke, choosing to remain true to the landmark DC Comics graphic novel’s violent, controversial story, and making the film the first non-PG/PG-13 rated movie in the nine-year history of the DC Universe Original Movie franchise.

Batman: The Killing Joke, one of the best-selling graphic novels in history, tells the tale of The Joker’s origin story – from his humble beginnings as a struggling comic, to his fateful encounter with Batman that changes both of their lives forever. Actors Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill reprise their Batman: The Animated Series roles as Batman and The Joker, respectively.

Since its inception in 2007, the DC Universe Original Movie franchise has brought classic and current DC Comics stories and characters to animated life through a series of primarily PG-13 rated films. Throughout the 26-film history of this popular franchise, Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment have crafted animated productions that appeal to the adult fan – from adaptations of fan favorite stories (Superman: Doomsday, Justice League: The New Frontier, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns) to liberal adaptations of contemporary tales (Justice League: Throne of Atlantis, Batman: Bad Blood, Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox) to original narratives (Batman: Gotham Knight, Wonder Woman, Justice League: Gods & Monsters).

Animation visionary Bruce Timm guided the DC Universe Original Movie franchise for its initial 16 films, then returned last summer with his own original story, Justice League: Gods & Monsters. Timm takes the reigns once again for Batman: The Killing Joke, reuniting a trio of actors (Conroy, Hamill & Tara Strong) from the game-changing Batman: The Animated Series cast to add even greater reverence to this heralded tale. Recognizing the fans’ dedication to the highly acclaimed graphic novel, Timm has worked meticulously to accurately maintain the intense adult content of The Killing Joke.

“From the start of production, we encouraged producer Bruce Timm and our team at Warner Bros. Animation to remain faithful to the original story – regardless of the eventual MPAA rating,” said Sam Register, President, Warner Bros. Animation & Warner Digital Series. “The Killing Joke is revered by the fans, particularly for its blunt, often-shocking adult themes and situations. We felt it was our responsibility to present our core audience – the comics-loving community – with an animated film that authentically represented the tale they know all too well.”

At this time, there are no plans for an edited, PG-13 version of the film.

A two-time Eisner Award winner written by renowned comics author Alan Moore, Batman: The Killing Joke has maintained an unparalleled popularity throughout its 28 years of existence – as evidenced by its ranking as the best-selling graphic novel of 2015. Batman: The Killing Joke was greenlit in 2013 and announced in July 2015 at Comic Con International in San Diego.

Batman: The Killing Joke also features the voices of Tara Strong (Teen Titans; Batman: Arkham games), as Barbara Gordon and Ray Wise (Twin Peaks, RoboCop) as Commissioner Gordon. Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will host the film’s World Premiere at Comic-Con International this summer, and see a subsequent release in 2016 on Blu-ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.

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