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Flash Draft: Bruce Wayne as a Party-Boy Who Never Became Batman Revealed
entertainment10 days ago

Flash Draft: Bruce Wayne as a Party-Boy Who Never Became Batman Revealed

Daley and Goldstein’s scrapped The Flash draft reportedly had Barry Allen traveling with his younger self and a Bruce Wayne who never became Batman—a billionaire party boy thrust into heroism—while Thomas Wayne as Batman and other Flashpoint ideas were bandied about. Not much from that version survived, as the final 2023 film pivoted to Michael Keaton’s Batman and a broader DCU reset that James Gunn later reshaped, discarding many baggage-forward concepts.

Original Supergirl Star Praises Milly Alcock Amid DC Box-Office Setback
entertainment2 months ago

Original Supergirl Star Praises Milly Alcock Amid DC Box-Office Setback

Original Supergirl star Helen Slater praises Milly Alcock’s performance in the new Supergirl film, calling her fierce with strong comic timing, while reflecting on her own training for the 1984 movie and a de-aged cameo in The Flash. The piece notes the film’s domestic opening of about $37 million, described as a box-office setback not meeting DC Studios’ initial hopes, and underscores Slater’s view that reinterpretations keep timeless myths alive.

"Reeve Family Uninvolved in CGI Superman Cameo, Children Share Emotional Story in New Documentary"
entertainment2 years ago

"Reeve Family Uninvolved in CGI Superman Cameo, Children Share Emotional Story in New Documentary"

Christopher Reeve's children have not seen The Flash and were not involved in approving the CGI Superman cameo in the film. They discussed a new documentary about their father's life and work, revealing that Reeve was most proud of his role in the 1993 film Remains Of The Day, rather than his iconic portrayal of Superman. The digital recreation of Reeve's Superman in The Flash sparked controversy among fans, with many speculating that Reeve would have disliked the use of his image for a recurring role.

"Christopher Reeve's Children Discuss His Legacy and Film Choices"
entertainment2 years ago

"Christopher Reeve's Children Discuss His Legacy and Film Choices"

Christopher Reeve's children have not watched their father's posthumous CG cameo in The Flash and have not been involved in its creation, indicating a lack of approval. They also revealed that their father was most proud of his role in Remains Of The Day rather than Superman. The Reeve siblings were at the Sundance Film Festival to promote a new documentary about their father, which they described as a "beautiful gift" that allows them to revisit his life in its entirety.

George Clooney Declares: No Amount of Drugs Can Make Him Play Batman Again
entertainment2 years ago

George Clooney Declares: No Amount of Drugs Can Make Him Play Batman Again

George Clooney made a surprise cameo as Bruce Wayne in "The Flash" but joked that there aren't enough drugs in the world to get him to play Batman again. Clooney famously starred as the hero in the critically panned 1997 film "Batman & Robin" and frequently jokes about its reputation. He warned Ben Affleck not to take on the role in "Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice" and admitted he wasn't asked to reprise his role in "The Flash." Clooney's wife and kids are also not allowed to watch "Batman & Robin."

George Clooney Declares: "No More Batman, Not Even with Drugs!"
entertainment2 years ago

George Clooney Declares: "No More Batman, Not Even with Drugs!"

George Clooney has confirmed that he will not be reprising his role as Batman, stating that there are "not enough drugs in the world" to convince him. Despite speculation surrounding his cameo in The Flash, which was thought to be a setup for his return, Clooney has firmly shut down any possibility of donning the cape and cowl again. The role of Batman in the new DC Universe remains open, with Robert Pattinson's portrayal in The Batman existing in a separate canonical universe.

George Clooney Firmly Rejects the Idea of Playing Batman Again
entertainment2 years ago

George Clooney Firmly Rejects the Idea of Playing Batman Again

George Clooney has stated that he has no interest in playing Batman again, despite making a cameo as Bruce Wayne in "The Flash." Clooney famously starred as the superhero in the critically panned 1997 film "Batman & Robin," which he has openly mocked. He joked that the film "destroyed" the franchise and even refused to let his wife watch it. Clooney's latest directorial effort, "The Boys in the Boat," is set to release on December 25th.

George Clooney Rejects Batman Return, Citing Lack of Drugs
entertainment2 years ago

George Clooney Rejects Batman Return, Citing Lack of Drugs

George Clooney joked that there aren't enough drugs in the world to make him reprise his role as Batman after starring in the widely criticized 1997 film "Batman & Robin." Clooney made a brief cameo as Bruce Wayne in this year's "The Flash" movie, but he expressed reluctance to fully return to the role. The actor humorously referenced his infamous rubber-nippled costume and admitted that he was the reason the film "f--ked up." Clooney also revealed that he doesn't let his wife or their twins watch the movie, as he wants them to have respect for him.

George Clooney's Hilarious Take on Reprising Batman Role
entertainment2 years ago

George Clooney's Hilarious Take on Reprising Batman Role

George Clooney stated in an interview with Entertainment Tonight that he has no interest in playing Batman again, jokingly saying that there are not "enough drugs in the world" to convince him. Clooney previously portrayed the superhero in the critically panned 1997 film "Batman & Robin" and made a cameo appearance in "The Flash" earlier this year. He has been critical of his portrayal in "Batman & Robin" and has apologized to fans for the infamous Batsuit nipples.

Nicolas Cage Criticizes AI and Discrepancies in His Superman Cameo in 'The Flash'
entertainment2 years ago

Nicolas Cage Criticizes AI and Discrepancies in His Superman Cameo in 'The Flash'

Nicolas Cage expresses his dislike for AI in films, calling it inhumane, while discussing his cameo as Superman in "The Flash." Cage reveals that the final scene differed from what he shot, with CGI used to de-age him and depict him fighting a giant spider, a reference to Tim Burton's abandoned "Superman Lives" project. Burton, who has criticized AI recreations of his own work, also comments on the cultural misappropriation of characters by studios, expressing his quiet revolt against it.

Nicolas Cage Disappointed with "The Flash" Cameo, Calls AI "Nightmare"
movies2 years ago

Nicolas Cage Disappointed with "The Flash" Cameo, Calls AI "Nightmare"

Nicolas Cage expresses his negative view of AI, calling it inhumane and expressing concern about the appropriation of his art. He also criticizes his cameo in The Flash, stating that what was actually filmed was different from what appeared in the movie. Cage clarifies that his scene involved witnessing the destruction of the universe, but was changed to him fighting a giant spider through CGI. Despite this, he praises director Andy Muschietti and promotes his upcoming film, Dream Scenario. Tim Burton has also expressed his discomfort with AI using his animation style to re-imagine Disney characters.

entertainment3 years ago

Tim Burton Expresses Discontent Over Superman and Batman Cameos in The Flash

Tim Burton expressed his disappointment that his planned Superman movie, "Superman Lives," never came to fruition. The director, known for his work on Batman films, revealed in an interview that the experience of working on the project and not seeing it materialize still affects him. Burton was in the midst of filming Beetlejuice 2 when the Superman project fell apart, and it is likely that his next project will be the completion of Beetlejuice 2.