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‘Batman vs. Superman’ Almost Had a Role for Former Batman Christian Bale
‘Batman vs. Superman’ Almost Had a Role for Former Batman Christian Bale
‘Batman vs. Superman’ Almost Had a Role for Former Batman Christian Bale
It’s only been four years since Christopher Nolan concluded his Dark Knight trilogy, so when Zack Snyder announce Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, there were some understandable rumors that Christian Bale might be reprising his superhero role. Since Snyder’s film effectively reboots Batman, Bale reprising his role as the caped crusader was never really plausible — but the director did consider giving Bale a different role in the film.
‘Batman vs. Superman’ Star Ben Affleck Received Some Bat-Advice From Christian Bale and George Clooney
‘Batman vs. Superman’ Star Ben Affleck Received Some Bat-Advice From Christian Bale and George Clooney
‘Batman vs. Superman’ Star Ben Affleck Received Some Bat-Advice From Christian Bale and George Clooney
Zack Snyder recently revealed that he sought and received Christopher Nolan’s blessing for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (though it really sounded like Nolan just didn’t care), but he wasn’t the only one looking for approval for the upcoming superhero epic. Ben Affleck says that he also went to his Batman predecessors — not for their blessing, but for some helpful Bat-tips.
The Surprising Reason Christian Bale and Leonardo DiCaprio Turned Down ‘Steve Jobs’
The Surprising Reason Christian Bale and Leonardo DiCaprio Turned Down ‘Steve Jobs’
The Surprising Reason Christian Bale and Leonardo DiCaprio Turned Down ‘Steve Jobs’
Before Michael Fassbender was cast as Steve Jobs, the biopic went down a long and complicated road in pre-production. Directors (including David Fincher) were offered the job and passed. Actors (Leonardo DiCaprio, Christian Bale and Natalie Portman, among them) were offered the title role and passed. With an Aaron Sorkin script we now know is very, very good, it’s surprising that so many talented people declined to participate in the movie. But, we now have an idea why these people decided to pass on Steve Jobs and it has nothing to do with the quality of the film.
‘The Big Short’ Trailer: Four Investment Bankers Walk Into a Global Economic Collapse
‘The Big Short’ Trailer: Four Investment Bankers Walk Into a Global Economic Collapse
‘The Big Short’ Trailer: Four Investment Bankers Walk Into a Global Economic Collapse
Adam McKay’s best known as the director of Will Ferrell comedies like Anchorman and Step Brothers. His films tend to be weird, bizarre, and silly. But his 2010 buddy cop comedy The Other Guys ended on a note that was more outraged than outrageous: Animated infographic closing credits that outlined the reasons and details of the 2008 economic collapse (which was the background of the case investigated in the film by Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg’s characters).
Christian Bale Got Super Jealous When He Heard Ben Affleck Was Playing Batman
Christian Bale Got Super Jealous When He Heard Ben Affleck Was Playing Batman
Christian Bale Got Super Jealous When He Heard Ben Affleck Was Playing Batman
Every generation has their Batman. Depending on the age of the person you ask, you’ll discover Adam West fans, Michael Keaton fans, Kevin Conroy fans and, if you stare into the darkness long enough, a George Clooney fan. For a certain group of fans, Christian Bale’s take on the Dark Knight always be the definitive interpretation, with his gravelly growl and trademark intensity instantly beating out whatever Ben Affleck brings to the character in ‘Batman vs. Superman.’ Some of these people are going to resent Affleck no matter what. And, in a surprising turn of events, it looks like they can all rally around Bale himself.
20 Completely Batty Facts From ‘The Dark Knight’ in One Video
20 Completely Batty Facts From ‘The Dark Knight’ in One Video
20 Completely Batty Facts From ‘The Dark Knight’ in One Video
'The Dark Knight' is one of the most popular superhero movies ever. Heck, it might even be one of the most popular movies of any genre in the past 10 years. But, even if you think you've seen and read all there is on 'The Dark Knight,' you still might not know everything there is to know about one of the biggest movies of all-time.
This is What Christian Bale Playing Steve Jobs Would Look Like
This is What Christian Bale Playing Steve Jobs Would Look Like
This is What Christian Bale Playing Steve Jobs Would Look Like
"Why apples, Master Jobs?" "Apples frighten me." As Christian Bale inches ever closer to playing Steve Jobs in Aaron Sorkin's long-in-the-making biopic, expectations only continue to ratchet up. What would Bale-as-Jobs look like? How high would the intensity level be? Will there be much growling? Unexpectedly enough, Conan O'Brien has the answers you seek.
Andy Serkis’ ‘Jungle Book’ Casts Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett and More!
Andy Serkis’ ‘Jungle Book’ Casts Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett and More!
Andy Serkis’ ‘Jungle Book’ Casts Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett and More!
Just yesterday we learned that Benedict Cumberbatch of 'The Hobbit' and 'Star Trek Into Darkness' fame was the first to sign on to 'Jungle Book: Origins,' the directorial debut of the great motion-capture artist Andy Serkis. While Disney's competing 'Jungle Book' movie already solidified the majority of its cast, Warner Bros. was quietly doing the same, and now we have the names of seven other stars joining Cumberbatch and Serkis.
First Look at Ridley Scott’s ‘Exodus': Christian Bale Reboots Moses
First Look at Ridley Scott’s ‘Exodus': Christian Bale Reboots Moses
First Look at Ridley Scott’s ‘Exodus': Christian Bale Reboots Moses
Biblical epics are so in right now! As Darren Aronofsky readies to premiere his version of 'Noah' with Russell Crowe, director Ridley Scott has his own retelling to tell. The first look at 'Exodus,' which chronicles the story of Moses, has arrived and features Christian Bale on horseback as he surveys the tragedy inflicted on his people in ancient Egypt.
‘American Hustle’ Review
‘American Hustle’ Review
‘American Hustle’ Review
There is so much hair in 'American Hustle.' Christian Bale's disastrous comb-over/rug combo basically opens the film with a wordless monologue. Beneath that unnatural mop is the sharp mind of Irving Rosenfeld, a “from the feet up” con man making the leap from running legit (but boring) dry cleaning businesses to grifting down-on-their-luck rubes on bad bank loans. His operation starts taking off w

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