BEN AFFLECK TO depict BATMAN IN next SUPERMAN film

Media release — Ending weeks of speculation, Ben Affleck has been set to star as Batman, a.k.a. Bruce Wayne. Affleck as well as filmmaker Zack Snyder will produce an completely new incarnation of the character in Snyder’s as-yet-untitled project—bringing Batman as well as Superman together for the very first time on the huge screen as well as continuing the director’s vision of their universe, which he established in “Man of Steel.” The statement was made today by Greg Silverman, President, innovative advancement as well as around the world Production, as well as take legal action against Kroll, President, around the world advertising as well as worldwide Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.
The studio has slated the film to open around the world on July 17, 2015.

Last month’s surprise statement of the new movie featuring both Superman as well as Batman produced a wave of enjoyment as well as instantly fueled discussion as well as debate—among fans in addition to in the media—about who would put on the cape as well as cowl of Bruce Wayne’s change ego.

Snyder effectively re-imagined the origin of Clark Kent/Superman in the around the world blockbuster “Man of Steel,” which has earned more than $650 million around the world to date, as well as climbing. The director will now produce an original vision of Batman as well as his world for the film that brings the two DC Comics icons together.

Affleck will star opposite Henry Cavill, who will reprise the function of Superman/Clark Kent. The film will likewise reunite “Man of Steel” stars Amy Adams, Laurence Fishburne as well as Diane Lane.

In the announcement, Silverman stated, “We understood we needed an extraordinary actor to handle one of DC Comics’ most enduringly prominent super Heroes, as well as Ben Affleck definitely fits that bill, as well as then some. His outstanding career is a testament to his skill as well as we understand he as well as Zack will bring new dimension to the duality of this character.”

Snyder likewise expressed his enjoyment about the casting of Affleck, noting, “Ben provides an fascinating counter-balance to Henry’s Superman. He has the acting chops to produce a layered portrayal of a guy who is older as well as wiser than Clark Kent as well as bears the scars of a seasoned criminal offense fighter, however retain the appeal that the world sees in billionaire Bruce Wayne. I can’t wait to work with him.”

Kroll added, “We are so thrilled that Ben is continuing Warner Bros.’ remarkable tradition with the character of Batman. He is a tremendously gifted actor who will make this function his own in this already much-anticipated pairing of these two cherished heroes.”

Affleck just recently starred in the Academy Award®-winning finest photo “Argo,” which he likewise directed as well as produced, earning acclaim as well as a BAFTA award nomination for his performance in the film, in addition to a number of directing honors. In 2010, he starred in as well as directed the hit criminal offense thriller “The Town.” His recent acting work likewise includes “The business Men,” “State of Play,” as well as “Hollywoodland,” for which he got a golden globe nomination for finest Actor. earlier in his career, Affleck starred in as well as co-wrote (with Matt Damon) “Good will Hunting,” for which he won an Oscar® for finest original Screenplay.

The new super Hero film is being scripted by David S. Goyer from a story he co-created with Zack Snyder. Charles Roven as well as Deborah Snyder are producing, with Benjamin Melniker, Michael E. Uslan as well as Wesley Coller serving as executive producers.

Production is expected to begin in 2014.

The film is based on Superman characters produced by Jerry Siegel & Joe Shuster, as well as Batman characters produced by Bob Kane, published by DC Entertainment.

Leave a Reply Cancel reply