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Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill Talk BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE; 70mm Release Under Consideration
The cover story for the latest issue of Ciné Live is Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. The cover features the same Batman and Superman images from the Total Film cover, but it features a new image of Wonder Woman. More interestingly, however, is the interviews with Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill. In the magazine, Affleck talks in detail on his portrayal of Batman and how it compares to others. He also comments on his two suits, why Lex Luthor is the perfect villain for the film, and the challenges of filming. Meanwhile, Cavill discusses how Superman has evolved from Man of Steel to Dawn of Justice, his relationship with…
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ARROW’s Ra’s al Ghul Set to Return on DC’s LEGENDS OF TOMORROW
Traditionally a Batman adversary, Ra’s al Ghul (played by Matt Nable) took on Oliver Queen as the main villain of Arrow‘s third season. The season ended with Ra’s being killed, and Malcolm Merlyn takes his place as Heir to the Demon. Fans have speculated whether or not this Ra’s was dead for good. Well, one way or another, we will be seeing him again soon. According to ComicBook.com, Nable is set to return as Ra’s al Ghul on DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, which premieres next month. He will appear in the midseason show’s ninth episode. It is unknown whether or not Ra’s is being resurrected from his death on Arrow,…
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Megalyn Echikunwoke’s Vixen is Coming to ARROW
After a pretty successful run on CW Seed, Vixen will make her live-action debut on Arrow. According to TV Insider, Megalyn Echikunwoke is returning to the role of Vixen; she voiced the character in the animated web series on CW Seed. Executive producer (Arrow, Vixen) Marc Guggenheim, says: “We’re not only thrilled to be further expanding our DC television universe by bringing in the live-action incarnation of the CW Seed hit, Vixen, we’re immensely excited that Megalyn will be revisiting her role as Mari McCabe.” Mari McCabe (Vixen) has already interacted will Grant Gustin’s The Flash and Stephen Amell’s Green Arrow in her her animated mini-series, so she’s already integrated into the CW-verse.…
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Lex Luthor Shares His Thoughts on The Batman and Much More in Revealing New Interview
In an interview with WIRED, Lex Luthor shares his thoughts on the vigilante Batman, politics and dealing with “Super Humans.” Here’s a run down of what Mr. Luthor had to say on the matter. After a little banter with reported Ron Troupe, Lex says: What I want is to leave the planet in better shape for the next generation. To make the world and its children safer. I want it. And I bet you do too, Ron. Troupe responds: You sound like someone running for political office. Luthor says: If that matches their rhetoric, then maybe I should pay more attention to the candidates; I might want to back a few of them.…
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LEGO Unveils Three Sets Based on BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE
At San Diego Comic-Con, LEGO teased one of its Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice sets, featuring Batman and the Batmobile. Now, via The Wall Street Journal, the company has unveiled its entire line based on the film, as a part of the “LEGO DC Super Heroes” series. There will be three sets, all of which will be released on January 1st. Below, you can check out all the specs on each set, including the images, prices, piece count and more. Clash of the Heroes The Clash of the Heroes set contains 90 pieces, including minifigures of Superman and Batman, a buildable Kryptonite bazooka with launch stick, and a rotating, exploding…
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New Character Posters for DC’s LEGENDS OF TOMORROW Shows Off Our Heroes
Nine new character posters have come online through various media outlets promoting the upcoming DC Comics show Legends of Tomorrow. The show premieres January 21st on the CW. Check out the new posters below. Source: ET, EW, Comicbook.com, IGN
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The Trinity Featured in Three New Character Posters for BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE
The marketing campaign for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is now in full throttle, following the release of the third (final?) theatrical trailer two weeks ago. Today, Warner Bros. has released three character posters – each shared by Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck and Gal Gadot on social media. Unsurprisingly, the three posters feature DC’s Trinity: Superman, Batman (in his mech suit) and Wonder Woman. Check out the posters below, and stay tuned for more news as we have it. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is scheduled to hit theaters March 25th, 2016. The second installment in the DC Extended Universe stars Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Jesse Eisenberg,…
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Hot Toys Unveils Batman and Superman Figures From BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE Line
Yesterday, we saw a few glimpses teasing Hot Toys’ Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice action figure line. Today, the company has unveiled several images offering closer, more detailed looks. The two figures are, obviously, Batman and Superman, based on their appearances in the upcoming film. On Facebook, Hot Toys shared two big photo galleries featuring the figures. Check them out below, and stay tuned for more news as we have it. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = “//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.3”; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);}(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’)); “That’s how it starts. The fever, the rage, the feeling of powerlessness that…
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DC Announces Plans for SUICIDE SQUAD Movie Statues; New Plot Synopsis Released
Just like with Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, DC Collectibles will produce statues for Suicide Squad. The announcement was included in DC’s March 2016 solicitations. Four statues will be released in July, with two more to follow. Expect images of these statues to be released soon. Additionally, DC’s description offers a new plot summary for Suicide Squad. It offers new insight into the team’s mission, among other things. Check out the full synopsis, as well as who will be getting statues and other details, below. SUICIDE SQUAD STATUES It feels good to be bad…Assemble a team of the world’s most dangerous, incarcerated Super Villains, provide them with the most…
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Hot Toys Teases Figures for BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE
Various toy companies are creating merchandise for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, from LEGO and Funko to Mattel and JAKKS Pacific. Now, we can add Hot Toys to the list. Known for an array of prestigious figurines with plenty of detail, Hot Toys will be tackling Batman v Superman in its latest line. On Facebook, the company shared a few images from the series. There will be figures for Batman and Superman, as well as the Batmobile. Will there be more to come, including Wonder Woman? Check out the first-look images below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is scheduled to…