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DC Movie News Bits: Update From Batfleck’s Trainer, Neil Gaiman Talks SANDMAN, New SON OF BATMAN Storyboards
While Henry Cavill and Gal Gadot are training with Gym Jones for their super roles in Batman vs. Superman, Ben Affleck is instead working with Rehan Jalali, who got him into impressive shape for The Town. Now, Jalali has tweeted an update on the process of getting Affleck into Batman condition (via Batman-News), assuring us that all is going according to plan. “Quick Update: Met up w/Batman and Operation Biggest/Leanest/Baddest Batman Eva is on schedule! #DarkKnight” Affleck is set to be the most physically imposing Batman to date, which should please fans. In other news, it was recently reported that Marvel’s mystery film set to combat Batman vs. Superman on…
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DC TV News Bits: Update On PREACHER, ARROW S2E18 “Deathstroke” Description, Manu Bennett Teases Slade’s Offspring
Speaking with Collider, screenwriter/director Evan Goldberg talks about AMC’s planned adaptation of Preacher, which he is working on with Seth Rogen. He states that, while some changes will have to be made, the television series will stay as true to the source material as possible. He then goes on to discuss the various attempts to bring Preacher to the big and small screen over the years, and shares why a TV adaptation is for the better. “We’re beyond excited, we’ve tried to make it for 10 years. The big difference is everyone else tried to make it a movie and it shouldn’t be a movie. It should be an AMC…
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Rumor: BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN Release Date Moving Up A Week
It’s now time for today’s questionable Batman vs. Superman rumor. Last night, Marvel president Kevin Feige confirmed that the studio’s film slated for May 6th, 2016 will not be moved, despite it being the very same day that the Man of Steel sequel debuts. This led to much speculation on whether or not one of these films will reschedule, as it would be the ultimate DC vs. Marvel contest. Now, Brazilian website Judao (via HeyUGuys) claims it will be Batman vs. Superman that will be moved. According to the site, Warner Bros. Brazil is releasing the film on April 28th, 2016 in the South American country. However, sources have also apparently…
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First Official Look At Matt Ryan As John CONSTANTINE In NBC’s Television Pilot
NBC’s Constantine pilot, based on the DC/Vertigo character John Constantine, began filming this week. The network released a behind-the-scenes image featuring the crew (which you can see above), while also offering a first glimpse at actor Matt Ryan as the Hellblazer. Now, NBC has unveiled an official, better image of Constantine. Needless to say, the character design is virtually identical to that of the comics’, which should please fans. Accompanying the image is a press release confirming the start of production, and also includes quotes from David S. Goyer. Stay tuned for more Constantine news as we have it. As production begins on the new pilot CONSTANTINE — from executive…
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BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN Costume Designer Michael Wilkinson Discusses Anticipated First Look And More On Modernizing Costumes
We’ve heard from costume designer Michael Wilkinson several times recently regarding his work on Batman vs. Superman, and in his latest interview, he once again discusses it. Speaking with Esquire, Wilkinson is asked when we will get our first look at the new Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman costumes, which is reportedly coming soon. “I’m not sure what Warner Brothers has planned for that. I know last time when we worked on Man of Steel we released an image of the Superman suit well before the movie was released. That gives us a chance to really control that shot, to light it and make it look exactly how we want…
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Jeremy Irons Talks “Unfinished” BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN Script, His Take On Alfred, And Ben Affleck As Batman
One of the supporting characters in Warner Bros.’ Batman vs. Superman is Alfred Pennyworth, who will be played by the wonderful Jeremy Irons. Speaking with Absolute Radio (via Man of Steel Fan Page) at the Prince’s Trust Celebrate Success Awards, the Oscar nominee is asked about playing Batman’s butler in the Man of Steel sequel. While he remains mum on details, he says he’s unaware of how he will play the character, mostly because he hasn’t read a finished script yet. “The script isn’t entirely finished… I’ve read a script. I think it’s not finalized yet.” Irons then says that he will be watching Michael Caine – who brilliantly played…
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BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN News Bits: Batmobile Finished, Michael Keaton On Batfleck, More From Clancy Brown
One of the most anticipated features for Ben Affleck’s Batman is his Batmobile. At the “Meet the Family” Speaker series by original Batmobile creator George Barris, Henry Cavill News uncovered an update on Batfleck’s ride. Cassandra Salapatas-Metz, Assistant Director of Transportation at Warner Bros., was also in attendance, as well as moderator and comedian Jeff Dunham. The site asked Salapatas-Metz if we could see a first look at the Batmobile at Comic-Con, and she replies, “Well, I’m not at liberty to say, but I think you might have a point there. But I think.. let’s put it this way, it’s been spoken of.. so always possible. We’re at the ready, us…
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POWER RANGERS: RPM’s Rose McIver To Star In The CW’s iZOMBIE Pilot
After casting a few supporting characters, The CW’s iZombie has found its protagonist. Rose McIver, who is best known for her roles in Power Rangers: RPM and Once Upon a Time, will play lead character Olivia “Liv” Moore in the DC/Vertigo adaptation. The character is described as “a med student-turned-zombie who takes a job at the coroner’s office to satisfy her insatiable hunger for brains. With each brain she consumes, she inherits that corpse’s memories; in an attempt to silence the voices in her head, she works with authorities to solve homicide cases.” McIver joins previously confirmed cast members Robert Buckley, Malcolm Goodwin, Alexandra Krosney, David Anders, and Nora Dunn. Directed…
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Official Logo And Plot Summary For Fox’s GOTHAM Series
With filming on Fox’s Gotham pilot starting soon, we have more official details for the Batman prequel drama, which was ordered directly to series last year. Via the Fox website, the official logo for the series has been released. A plot rundown has also been unveiled, offering more insight into what to expect from the characters and story. Additionally, it seemingly confirms that we will be seeing Harvey Dent/Two-Face at some point in Gotham, joining the likes of Joker, Penguin, Riddler, and a teenage version of Selina Kyle/Catwoman. Check out the logo and plot summary below, and stay tuned for more Gotham news as we have it. Everyone knows the…
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Full Look At Grant Gustin’s FLASH Costume For The CW’s Pilot
We saw a look at the headgear that will be donned by Barry Allen (Grant Gustin) in The CW’s Flash pilot and potential series, and now, DC/WB have released a full shot of the Scarlet Speedster’s new look. The costume was designed by Colleen Atwood, who also designed the Arrow costume. Regarding The Flash, she says, “I hope the fans who treasure the character are as excited as we are by what costume designer Colleen Atwood has achieved with this latest version of The Flash’s iconic suit.” The Flash pilot is currently in production, and is expected to land a slot on The CW’s 2014-2015 schedule for a full season.…