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SUPERGIRL: Potential Story Details, Villain
No matter your thoughts about the potential for a Supergirl movie, it clearly is going to happen by the looks of it. While we have no idea who’s playing her, we might have some story nuggets. According to Superbromovies’ DanielRPK, the movies appear to go half/half. According to him, the movie is going to spend a good chunk of it on Krypton and a good chunk on earth, with the time period being the 1970s. The villain? That’s apparently going to be Brainiac. What do you think about this? Comment below and let us know, or let us know on any social media site, @WOBAMEnt. Source: Discussing Film
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BREAKING: Henry Cavill Appears to be Out as Superman
UPDATE 1: Warner Bros. issued a statement about Cavill, saying “While no decisions have been made regarding any upcoming Superman films, we’ve always had great respect for and a great relationship with Henry Cavill, and that remains unchanged” UPDATE 2: A follow-up report from TMZ claims the firestorm generated by this story is an “invented conflict,” and that “Cavill along with others would be in play” when Superman returns to the silver screen. Henry Cavill appears to be out as DC’s Superman. Due to apparent scheduling conflicts, Cavill will not be making an appearance in Shazam! like people were hoping for. Contract negotiations broke down between Warner Brothers and Cavill’s representation, and as a result, future…
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WONDER WOMAN 1984 Will Bring Back These Two Fan-Favorite Characters
Wonder Woman 1984 is in the middle of production, and despite taking place 70 years after its predecessor, it will have at least some characters from the first film. Chris Pine’s Steve Trevor is back, for example. And now, two more beloved characters are set to make their return. According to PORTER, actresses Robin Wright and Connie Nielsen are reprising their roles as General Antiope and Queen Hippolyta, respectively, in Wonder Woman 1984. The two recently shot a flashback sequence for the sequel in Spain. Further details beyond that are unknown. Both characters played key supporting roles in Wonder Woman, while they had cameos in Justice League. While Hippolyta is…
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BLACK ADAM Producer Offers Script Update, Teases an Edgy DC Movie
Last we heard on the Black Adam movie, star Dwayne Johnson suggested that production could begin in late 2019. Scribe Adam Sztykiel has been working on the screenplay, while a director hasn’t been hired yet. Now, we have a new update from a producer. Seven Bucks Productions president Hiram Garcia tells Collider that Black Adam is “definitely” happening, and the scripting process is going well. He reaffirms that Black Adam was the character that Johnson was sold on years ago, while the plan to split this and Shazam! into two movies allow them to properly develop both characters. Garcia goes on to hype up the movie for fans, promising that the wait will be…
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Alec Baldwin Has Already Exited JOKER Movie
Two days ago, it was reported that Alec Baldwin had joined the cast of Warner Bros.’ Joker movie as Thomas Wayne, aka the father of Bruce Wayne/Batman. It was a fun thought while it lasted, however. Baldwin tells USA Today that he has dropped out of Joker, citing a scheduling conflict. “I’m no longer doing that movie. I’m sure there are 25 guys who can play that part.” Scheduling conflicts happen all the time, but it’s odd how Baldwin cites it just two days after his casting was first reported. Wouldn’t something like that be decided upon beforehand? Thomas Wayne is reportedly being depicted as a “cheesy and tanned” businessman, compared to 1980s…
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JOKER Casts Alec Baldwin as Thomas Wayne
Warner Bros.’ Joker movie has been assembling a truly impressive cast for a comic book film. Joaquin Phoenix is set to play the future Clown Prince of Crime, with Robert De Niro, Zazie Beetz, and more filling out the supporting cast. Now, the latest casting confirms the presence of a key DC Comics character. Actor Alec Baldwin is joining Joker as none other than Thomas Wayne, aka Bruce Wayne/Batman’s father. Traditionally, Wayne is depicted as a physician and philanthropist. But according to The Hollywood Reporter, this movie will portray Wayne as a “cheesy and tanned” businessman, a la 1980s Donald Trump. Given Baldwin’s performance as Trump on SNL, this move makes…
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Oscar Isaac Reportedly Met for a Role in THE BATMAN
We’ve heard a lot of rumors surrounding The Batman in recent months. Most recently, director Matt Reeves confirmed that production could begin in the spring or summer of next year, while the script will be submitted soon. In the meantime, we have a new casting rumor to add to the list. The GWW is back with another DC movie scoop. This time, the site says that actor Oscar Isaac recently met for a role in The Batman. While an offer hasn’t been made, Isaac is said to be “very interested” in joining the movie. Isaac is best known for playing Poe Dameron in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, as well…
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JESSICA JONES Showrunner Leaves The Series
Jessica Jones has lost its showrunner. Melissa Rosenberg will be leaving the series after Warner Bros. offered her an eight figure deal. Under her multi-year deal Rosenberg will help create new television series for WB. The third season of Jessica Jones will be her last. All of my attention remains with the extraordinary cast, writers and production team of Marvel’s Jessica Jones, until the completion of season three, Rosenberg said. As production on Jessica Jones season 3 has already begun. Rosenberg went on to say: It continues to be a career highlight working with my partners at Marvel Television and Netflix. We’re extraordinarily grateful to the viewers who have supported us every…
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JOKER Gets a Composer; Joaquin Phoenix Not Worried About Fan Pressure
We have a couple news tidbits for Warner Bros.’ Joker movie, starring Joaquin Phoenix as the future Clown Prince of Crime. First up, composer Hildur Gudnadottir has been hired to score Joker. Gudnadottir previously scored this summer’s Sicario: Day of the Soldado. She also works on the Icelandic show Trapped. This news comes after DC’s other 2019 movies, Shazam! and Wonder Woman 1984, recruited composers. In other news, Joaquin Phoenix took the time to talk with IndieWire about the inevitable fan pressure of playing The Joker. Fortunately, he’s not too worried about it. “I could care less. I don’t really think that much about what people think. Who cares, who cares? My…
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Possible New Details on BIRDS OF PREY’s Black Canary; Onyx Adams May Appear
DC’s Birds of Prey movie is currently casting several fan-favorite characters, including Black Canary. This week, we have a new report shedding light on her characterization, while a rumor may reveal another character in the film. Apparently, Birds of Prey may cast a biracial actress as Black Canary. Obviously, things can change, as an actress hasn’t been cast yet, but the studio is interested. This version of the character is a “world-weary” hero who has the ability to sing. Lady Gaga was rumored to have turned down a role in the movie, and it’s possible that this was it. Typically, Black Canary has been portrayed as white in comics, animation, and…