Matt Reeves isn’t ruling out the possibility of Robert Pattinson’s Batman joining the DC Universe.
In a recent disclosure, the studio’s joint CEO, James Gunn, mentioned that he has pondered incorporating Robert Pattinson’s Batman character into his superhero realm. Director Matt Reeves has expressed willingness to this transition, provided it aligns logically with the plot.
At the Golden Globes, during an interview on the “Happy Sad Confused” podcast, the 58-year-old director expressed: “Ultimately, it boils down to whether it fits together… There was a narrative I wanted to share. An expansive crime tale. It’s crucial for me to bring this story to life, and James and Peter (Safran) have been incredibly supportive in allowing us to do so.
To be honest, I can’t predict what the future holds for me. At the moment, my main focus is on the production of ‘The Batman Part II’, and that’s where all my attention lies.
Robert Pattinson’s portrayal of the character is currently not part of the DC Universe, yet James Gunn has acknowledged discussions about introducing him into it.
The 58-year-old director expressed: “I’ve given it thought, indeed. I ponder over everything. I discuss everything.
The follow-up to Reeves’ 2022 movie “The Batman” won’t hit theaters until 2027, but Gunn recently justified the decision to postpone the film, stating that it’s typical for there to be long intervals between the releases of big-budget blockbusters.
On the social media platform Threads, he posted: “It’s quite typical to see a five-year gap or more between sequels.
The gap between Alien and Aliens was 7 years, between Incredibles it was 14 years, the first two Terminators were released 7 years apart, Avatars came out 13 years apart, Top Guns had a 36-year interval, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and Vol. 3 were separated by 6 years.
Additionally, Gunn clarified that the release of the image was postponed as they were still working on finalizing the complete screenplay. In line with his protocol at DC Studios, no project can commence filming until the script has been fully written.
He mentioned that Matt is dedicated to crafting the finest movie he can, and it’s impossible to predict precisely how long a script will require to compose.
For major films, approximately two years are typically allocated from the completion of the script to the final production stages, including pre-production, filming, and post-production.
Recently, Reeves hinted that viewers might find themselves pleasantly “taken aback” by the sequel to The Batman, but he’s hesitant to disclose many details regarding the movie.
He told Deadline, “We’re carrying on the narrative from where it left off, but I’m hoping it will leave people in a state of surprise.
Even though the film isn’t set for release until 2027, Keanu Reeves has confirmed that production on the project will start this very year.
The Worst Movies of 2024
12. Argylle
Similar to director Matthew Vaughn who appreciates ’60s and ’70s spy films, including those with a touch of kitsch and cheesiness, I too enjoy this genre. I don’t require every suspenseful film to be serious, as many already are today. Therefore, I appreciate movies like Argylle that showcase some character and fully embrace outrageous action sequences.
However, much of what I adore in those classic films – the stunning locations, awe-inspiring practical stunts, genuine romantic tension – is absent in Argylle. Instead, we find ourselves in a complex, maze-like plot that feels like it was borrowed from far superior movies. Additionally, there are numerous unsightly green screen shots. To top it off: The most perplexing post-credit scene I have ever witnessed in my film-watching experience.
11. The Crow
You might assume that remakes that go through extensive development for years would be superior. The revival of the ’90s goth symbol, The Crow, was initially announced back in 2008. With 15 years under its belt, it seems reasonable to expect a flawless new film adaptation, doesn’t it?
However, Although I appreciate the over-the-top opera elements infused into this remake of the quintessential Hot Topic franchise, and the climactic action in 2024’s The Crow was thrilling, the rest of the film was a drag. Bill Skarsgård, who recently became iconic as the new Nosferatu, also failed to make an impact this year as the new Crow, resurrected from the afterlife to seek vengeance for his slain love while brooding shirtlessly. My opinion on this matter is that while this version of The Crow isn’t as good as the original, it’s not significantly worse either.
10. Lift
- A generic title of no more than three words.
- Bland digital photography without style or panache.
- Big-name stars who are not too big to take a low-effort, high-salary paycheck.
- A plot that involves a bunch of international locations in countries where Netflix sells subscriptions.
- At least one sequence where they clearly never went to said international location and shot the entire thing on an obvious green screen instead.
9. IF
In today’s cinema landscape, it’s a rarity to come across films like John Krasinski’s “IF” that seem to be more about artistic expression than protecting intellectual property. Many blockbusters are meticulously tailored through focus groups and market testing until they lose any unique charm or personality. They are calculated to appeal to the broadest possible audience.
Contrarily, “IF” is a film that doesn’t seem to fit neatly into any category. It tells the story of a girl who loses her mother and finds she can communicate with imaginary friends from other children, which might be too sluggish and melancholic for kids, and overly sentimental and cute for adults. The movie seems to implore audiences to lighten up, but it doesn’t deliver on that promise itself. (Even the “IF “IHOP menu didn’t have much to offer.)
8. Trigger Warning
In the movie “Trigger Warning” (wink wink), Jessica Alba portrays an elite CIA agent who goes back to her small town and uncovers a sinister plot involving a precious mine and a crooked senator. With Redbox no longer around, it seems these average thrillers have found a new home on the “Because You Liked ‘Rebel Ridge'” section of Netflix. (Please note: Even if you enjoyed ‘Rebel Ridge’, this film is not recommended for viewing.)
7. Kraven the Hunter
As a movie enthusiast, let me share my thoughts on an intriguing film titled “Kraven“. If you’ve ever pondered the origin of Kraven’s furry vest, this movie might quench your curiosity, albeit slightly. However, if you’re more interested in Kraven’s wardrobe than his character development, you may find this spin-off from the Spider-Man universe a tad long and meandering.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson delivers an impressive physical performance as our hunter protagonist, although his only distinct traits seem to be his chiseled abs. His relationship with his father, played by Russell Crowe in a heavily accented role, forms the crux of the storyline. In this universe, the Rhino is a Russian criminal, who constantly carries a child-sized backpack filled with serum to prevent him from transforming into a large, gray-skinned beast.
Interestingly, the production of “Kraven” is said to have been the straw that broke the rhino’s back in terms of Sony’s Spider-Man spinoff series. For that reason alone, I am grateful to it. Yet, despite its significance, the movie still leaves much to be desired in terms of quality.
6. Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver
Zack Snyder’s first half of the Star Wars reimagining, released in late 2023, was enjoyable with its team-building storyline set on various intriguing sci-fi planets filled with unique aliens and gadgets. However, the second part, titled Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, turned out to be nothing but a lengthy battle scene, made duller by Snyder’s excessive slow-motion cinematography. It was almost like watching paint dry; I had to rewatch it three times because the violent scenes kept putting me to sleep. At least the character Scargiver leaves some deep scars. I assume the director’s cut, Rebel Moon – Chapter Two: Curse of Forgiveness, is superior, though I haven’t attempted to watch it yet.
5. Night Swim
In a different perspective, I adhere to the belief that any topic can produce a compelling film, but it’s the execution that truly makes or breaks it. This notion is certainly challenged by the movie “Night Swim”, a horror production about a seemingly idyllic family whose lives are disrupted by their malevolent swimming pool.
However, the execution falls short in places – at times it appears as if Wyatt Russell and Kerry Condon are mimicking swimming against a green screen rather than enjoying a leisurely swim in a suburban backyard. But a haunted swimming pool? After nearly drowning before even moving in, slicing your hand while cleaning it, losing your cat by the pool, and having arms with gray skin emerge from the filters at you, wouldn’t you just…stop swimming at some point? I apologize, but “Night Swim” fails to scare me; living in New York City during August with two kids without a pool is far more terrifying. They didn’t even have the courtesy to name this movie “Pooltergeist”! What are we doing here?
4. Red One
The most fundamental question I have about “Red One” is: Who is this movie intended for? Why create a Christmas blockbuster with a ridiculous plot that involves saving a kidnapped Santa, profanity, terrifying monsters, and excessive focus on bikini-clad women’s bottoms? People appear to have an insatiable desire for Christmas content, so they might watch this on Amazon regardless of its poor quality. But it truly is very poor quality.
3. Borderlands
Cate Blanchett transitioning from scoring the Monster Hunter film, a project seemingly taken for financial reasons, to starring in this lackluster video game adaptation will provide an intriguing contrast in any future biography about her extraordinary career. Moreover, the Borderlands movie, a disappointing adaptation of the popular video game franchise, was surprisingly refreshing after several well-made video game adaptations and series. It’s as if nature is finally restoring balance.
2. Madame Web
Reminiscent of many pre-Marvel Studios Marvel films, the movie “Madame Web” appears somewhat self-conscious about being derived from a superhero comic. This sentiment seems to extend to Dakota Johnson, who portrays the title character, although it’s questionable whether one can truly label someone a ‘title character’ when they are never referred to by the name in the title. In the film, Johnson plays Cassie Weeb, and no other character on screen ever calls her “Madame Web.” With only a fleeting exception, she also doesn’t wear a superhero costume throughout the movie. It seems everyone involved feels somewhat awkward about their roles (given the circumstances, this isn’t entirely unjustified).
On the odd side, bordering on incomprehensible at times, it makes “The Amazing Spider-Man” seem like “Spider-Man 2.” However, imagining watching it with Kevin Feige would surely be entertaining.
1. Megamind vs. the Doom Syndicate
In my opinion, this animated sequel appears to be one of the most economically-looking movies I have ever seen from a major studio. It seems that even an Asylum mockbuster of Megamind wouldn’t appear any more budget-constrained than this. The film is set in “Metro City,” which comes across as flat, dull, and entirely devoid of inhabitants. Apart from one scene at a dance party, there are no people visible anywhere, making it seem like the city is under a perpetual lockdown. It’s almost as if Megamind and the Doom Syndicate are battling over control of a ghost town. The production took 14 years to deliver a sequel to Megamind, yet this seems to be the result? I can’t help but wonder what went wrong during that period.
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2025-01-14 03:43