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5 Characters (and Actors) Who Need to Return to the DC Extended Universe
The DC Extended Universe (DCEU) is a few movies in, and it has already brought countless DC characters to the big screen. Many of them are ongoing roles, with future films/appearances confirmed. These include heroes, villains, and other supporting characters. However, there are also some characters whose futures are uncertain. While not entirely ruled out, Warner Bros. has yet to confirmed more appearances from specific characters. That’s what we’re talking about today. Below, we list five DCEU characters (and their actors) who need to make a comeback. Deadshot (Will Smith) Floyd Lawton was one of the highlights of Suicide Squad, and getting Will Smith to play him was a brilliant…
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10 Villains We’d Like to See in Matt Reeves’ Potential BATMAN Trilogy
Matt Reeves‘ The Batman is set to relaunch the film franchise next year, promising new takes on the Dark Knight and his supporting cast. The film is set to introduce several iconic Batman villains – Catwoman, Riddler, Penguin, and Carmine Falcone. And that’s who we know of. With Reeves showing interest in doing a full trilogy, you can bet that the roster will continue to expand. Batman has arguably the greatest rogues gallery in comic book history. So far, the films have done a solid job exploring that. With Reeves looking to further explore Batmnan’s lore, there are a lot of options for new villains. Below, we list ten villains…
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Why Henry Cavill Needs to Play Superman Again
DC‘s movie universe began in 2013 with the release of Man of Steel, starring Henry Cavill as Superman. Since then, Cavill has reprised the role in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League, cementing him as one of the faces of the franchise. He was expected to star in more movies, but then doubt entered the picture. Justice League‘s sequels were cancelled, Shazam! had a headless Superman cameo, and even plans for another Superman standalone film were put on hold. In 2018, it was reported that Warner Bros. was moving away from Superman, and Cavill would not reprise the role. The actor has remained hopeful that he will…
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Yes, Batman Kills Sometimes – But Should He?
So, recently my good friend Paul wrote a feature on why it’s okay for Batman to kill. It’s a great piece and shows both sides of the argument. However, I think we can go just a little bit deeper. Yes, Batman has killed villains and will, without a doubt, do it again soon, but should he? Finding The Bat’s Identity Batman has had a long 80-year comic book run and plenty of different adaptations by several writers. We should go back to the source. As Paul mentioned in the previous post, Batman killed in his first few appearances. The character was still new and was staying true to that pulp/gritty…
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Yes, Batman Kills Sometimes – And That’s OK
It’s one of the most hotly debated issues in comic book history. It has broken the Internet, fractured friendships, and affected how people view fictional characters. I am, of course, talking about the discussions regarding Batman‘s “no-kill rule.” On the one hand, we have people who believe Batman shouldn’t kill in any situation, period. On the other hand, we have people who want Batman to kill his enemies. Both are valid viewpoints, but are either of them factual? Batman is a character who needs no introduction. He has existed in comics for over 80 years, and he has been adapted in countless films and television shows. This has led to…
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Why Didn’t BIRDS OF PREY Take Flight at the Box Office?
DC Films continued to expand its universe with this year’s Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn). A spinoff from Suicide Squad, the film sees Harley Quinn set out on her own and join forces with other characters, leading to the Birds of Prey. The movie had all the right things going for it: positive reviews, a dedicated cast, and the promise of another director-driven story from DC. This should have led to a big box office turnout, right? Well, not so much. Birds of Prey grossed about $202 million worldwide on a reported $84.5 million budget. While not a huge flop – Justice League lost…
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How THE BATMAN Can Still Fit Into the DCEU
Fans are highly anticipated the Dark Knight’s cinematic return in The Batman. This time, Robert Pattinson dons the cape and cowl, under the direction of Matt Reeves. The film promises to explore a younger Batman, who explores his detective skills and goes up against several of his classic foes. There is one key thing that fans have wondered, though. How does the movie fit into the greater DC movie universe, if at all? The Batman was intended to be Ben Affleck’s solo outing, before dropping out as director and eventually star. During that time, Reeves has created his own story that resulted in a new cast and a standalone story.…
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Birds Of Prey – Review
When Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie) and The Joker breaks up, Harley Quinn decides that she shall show Gotham that she does not need the clown prince of crime to be a feared villain. However, her plans get put on hold when she meets a kid named Casandra Cain (Ella Jay Basco). Let’s talk about Birds of Prey. If you were hoping for an insane trip with colorful characters, humor, and well-executed action scenes, then I’m happy to report that Birds Of Prey deliver on every front. You know that you are in for a wild ride when Harley Quinn starts talking to the viewers like Ryan Reynolds‘ Deadpool. If there…
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John Cena in Talks to Join THE SUICIDE SQUAD
Warner Bros.‘ Suicide Squad sequel, titled The Suicide Squad, is shifting the franchise in a new direction, as it will introduce many new characters. Harley Quinn, Captain Boomerang, and Amanda Waller are all returning. But otherwise, the film is expected to consist of an entirely new roster, including a character played by Idris Elba. Now, the film is looking to make another big addition to its cast. WWE superstar-turned-actor-turned Internet meme John Cena is in talks to make his comic book movie debut with The Suicide Squad. It’s currently unknown who he will be playing. This is a role intended for Dave Bautista, who was widely expected to reunite with…
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Ezra Miller Writing His Own Script for THE FLASH; Could the Scarlet Speedster Be Recast?
DC Films‘ The Flash has taken an infamously long path in development hell. After multiple director changes, Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley signed on to direct last year. Then we had productions delays due to scripting and Ezra Miller‘s schedule. The latest update takes the film into a…peculiar direction. However, it may be one that results in a new actor taking the title role. Miller is now writing his own script for The Flash. Not only that, but he’s working on it with renown comic book writer Grant Morrison. Miller wants a darker take on the film, and he’s taking matters into his own hands to pursue that. Right…