‘The Flash’ ensemble also includes rising star Sasha Calle, Michael Shannon, Ron Livingston, Maribel Verdú, Kiersey Clemons, Antje Traue and Michael Keaton. ‘The Flash’ is produced by Barbara Muschietti and Michael Disco. The screenplay is by Christina Hodson, with a screen story by John Francis Daley & Jonathan Goldstein and Joby Harold, based on characters from DC. The executive producers are Toby Emmerich, Walter Hamada, Galen Vaisman and Marianne Jenkins.

Check out our review of ‘The Flash’.

Worlds collide in ‘The Flash’ when Barry uses his superpowers to travel back in time in order to change the events of the past. But when his attempt to save his family inadvertently alters the future, Barry becomes trapped in a reality in which General Zod has returned, threatening annihilation, and there are no Super Heroes to turn to. That is, unless Barry can coax a very different Batman out of retirement and rescue an imprisoned Kryptonian… albeit not the one he’s looking for. Ultimately, to save the world that he is in and return to the future that he knows, Barry’s only hope is to race for his life. But will making the ultimate sacrifice be enough to reset the universe?

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Directed by Angel Manuel Soto, ‘Blue Beetle’ stars Xolo Maridueña, Adriana Barraza, Damían Alcázar, Elpidia Carrillo, Bruna Marquezine, Raoul Max Trujillo, Belissa Escobedo, Harvey Guillén, with Susan Sarandon, and George Lopez. ‘Blue Beetle’ marks the DC Super Hero’s first time on the big screen.

Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it. As he searches to find his purpose in the world, fate intervenes when Jaime unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology: the Scarab. When the Scarab suddenly chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he is bestowed with an incredible suit of armor capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the Super Hero Blue Beetle.

Watch the new trailer at the top of this article to get a taste of what’s to come from the much-anticipated film.

‘Blue Beetle’ will be released in the UK on 18^th August 2023 by Warner Bros. Pictures.

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For the first time, Nintendo Switch players can experience the complete trilogy, along with all previously released downloadable content (DLC), delivering an unparalleled Batman gaming experience. The release is scheduled for fall 2023 and is being developed for Nintendo Switch by Turn Me Up Games.

The journey begins with ‘Batman: Arkham Asylum’, developed by Rocksteady Studios and originally released in 2009. This groundbreaking game laid the foundation for DC’s beloved “Arkhamverse” and immersed players in a dark and atmospheric adventure within the infamous Arkham Asylum. With an original storyline, players take on the role of Batman, using stealth and fear tactics to confront iconic villains such as The Joker, Harley Quinn, Bane, and more.

Building upon the success of its predecessor, ‘Batman: Arkham City’, released in 2011, takes players to the expansive Arkham City, a maximum-security area filled with Gotham City’s most dangerous criminals. As The Dark Knight, players face a formidable Rogues Gallery, including Catwoman, The Riddler, Two-Face, and The Penguin, delivering justice to those confined within Arkham City.

Finally, ‘Batman: Arkham Knight’, Rocksteady Studios’ epic 2015 finale, raises the stakes as players confront Scarecrow and the Arkham Knight in a battle for the fate of Gotham City. The game features an array of notorious DC Super-Villains, such as Harley Quinn, Two-Face, and Firefly, alongside Batman’s trusted allies, Commissioner Gordon, Oracle, and more. With the inclusion of the fully drivable Batmobile and an open game world, players experience the complete Batman package in this thrilling conclusion.

Fans and newcomers alike can look forward to immersing themselves in the complete ‘Batman: Arkham Trilogy on the Nintendo Switch’. Stay tuned for its release in autumn 2023 and prepare to embark on an extraordinary adventure with the Caped Crusader.

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Barry Allen (Ezra Miller) is trying to rectify past mistakes to save the DC Universe. When going back in time to try and save his mother Nora (Maribel Verdú) – and despite being warned of the ramifications of his actions by Bruce Wayne (Ben Affleck) – he inadvertently disrupts the timelines and changes things that could lead to an even greater threat… namely General Zod (Michael Shannon) destroying the planet (events that were first detailed in ‘Man of Steel’).

With worlds colliding and everything up for grabs, enlisted to help The Flash fight Zod is Supergirl (Sasha Calle), Batman (Michael Keaton) and, well… Barry Allen. With Barry seeking the help of this timeline’s younger Barry, they look to return the balance of order to the universe, but that might be a harder task than originally thought.

‘The Flash’ really works as a movie thanks to Ezra Miller’s amazing performance. Miller is, essentially, playing double role and gives both Barry Allen’s a distinct and differing personality that works very well onscreen. Their odd-couple dynamic is the heart of this film, and its success does primarily stem from one of the best leading performances this iteration of the DCEU has ever seen. Miller plays each role to a perfect beat, and alongside screenwriters Christina Hodson and Joby Harold’s affecting story, they have crafted a very satisfying and emotional story that completely captivates the viewer.

Elsewhere, the ensemble includes Sasha Calle, who does a very good job as Supergirl. Michael Shannon is always watchable as Zod, the double-act of Ron Livingston and Maribel Verdú easily sells the idyllic dynamic of the Allen household, and Ben Affleck once again reminds us that we were all robbed of a standalone Affleck Batman film. His role is small but pivotal in ‘The Flash’, and he has one of the best action sequences in the film.

‘The Flash’ is also full of amazing cameos from the world of DC including Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman. It’s a real shame that this might be her last performance as the character now that James Gunn’s new DC universe is taking shape. Her scene with Miller and Affleck is short but brilliantly played out. Given that this film is a multiverse film, there’s a hell of a lot of cool things that come up onscreen. To reveal any would be a disservice to director Andy Muschietti’s vision, but rest assured that you will love all of the excellent cameos that feature in the movie, including some major historical milestones from the DC archives. The final scene of the film also has a sensational cameo that gained roars of approval in the theatre, which is worth the admission price alone.

The biggest selling point of ‘The Flash’ is definitely the return of Michael Keaton as Batman. For many, including myself, he was the definitive iteration of the character. The summer of 1989 is widely believed to be the birth of the modern summer blockbuster. It was an unprecedented, exciting time for movie fans with Michael Keaton’s Batman and Harrison Ford’s Indiana Jones leading the box-office, and every passing week welcomed yet another massive new film release. Now here we are some 34 years later, welcoming Michael Keaton’s Batman and Harrison Ford’s Indiana Jones back to once again spearhead another summer of blockbusters. Keaton is in the film much more than I expected, which is a very welcome sight. He effortlessly slips back into the cape and cowl and is magnetic onscreen. I’d pay good money to see him return to do more Batman films. ‘The Flash’ also marks the long-awaited return to the silver screen of one of the greatest movie cars ever created – the 1989 Batmobile! Coupled with breathtakingly accurate recreations of the Batcave and Wayne Manor, the inclusion of the 1989 Batman is the crowning glory of ‘The Flash’.

‘The Flash’ is a very enjoyable summer blockbuster that manages to capture the essence of the character and marries that to some wonderful homages to the legacy of DC Comics. You could say it’s just fan-service, but I think they did a remarkable job in integrating cool retro moments into a narrative that has genuine purpose and heart. There are some CGI moments which aren’t up to par (including some graphics that look like they were taken straight out of ‘The Scorpion King’), but for every dip, there’s a high (like the attention to detail that’s gone into the 1989 Wayne Manor and Batcave). With superb action, lots of humour and Michael Keaton stealing every single scene he’s in, this is a very entertaining DC superhero movie and one that potentially marks the end of an era. If that’s the case. ‘The Flash’ can hold its head up high as easily one of the best superhero movies this wave has ever delivered.

Cast: Ezra Miller, Michael Keaton, Ben Affleck, Sasha Calle, Michael Shannon, Ron Livingston, Maribel Verdú, Gal Gadot, Kiersey Clemons, Jeremy Irons, Ian Loh Director: Andy Muschietti Writer: Christina Hodson, Joby Harold Certificate: 12A Duration: 144 mins Released by: Warner Bros Release date: 14th June 2023

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One poster shows various members of the cast with Blue Beetle (Xolo Maridueña) in the centre, while the other poster just showcases Blue Beetle in costume. You can see both of the posters below:

‘Blue Beetle’ is directed by Angel Manuel Soto and stars Xolo Maridueña, Adriana Barraza, Damían Alcázar, Elpidia Carrillo, Bruna Marquezine, Raoul Max Trujillo, Belissa Escobedo, Harvey Guillén, with Susan Sarandon, and George Lopez.

The film marks the first time the character has been seen on the big screen. It features a screenplay by Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer (‘Miss Bala) based on characters from DC.

Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it. As he searches to find his purpose in the world, fate intervenes when Jaime unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology: the Scarab. When the Scarab suddenly chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he is bestowed with an incredible suit of armor capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the Super Hero Blue Beetle.

‘Blue Beetle’ will be released in the UK on 18^th August 2023 by Warner Bros. Pictures.

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The film, directed ture film “Blue Beetle,” marking the DC Super Hero’s first time on the big screen. The film, directed by Angel Manuel Soto, stars Xolo Maridueña in the title role as well as his alter ego, Jaime Reyes.

It also stars Adriana Barraza, Damían Alcázar, Elpidia Carrillo, Bruna Marquezine, Raoul Max Trujillo, Belissa Escobedo, Harvey Guillén, with Susan Sarandon, and George Lopez.

Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it. As he searches to find his purpose in the world, fate intervenes when Jaime unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology: the Scarab. When the Scarab suddenly chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he is bestowed with an incredible suit of armor capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the Super Hero Blue Beetle..

You can watch the trailer for ‘Blue Beetle’ at the top of this article.

‘Blue Beetle’ will be released in the UK on 18^th August 2023 by Warner Bros. Pictures.

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Directed by Angel Manuel Soto, the film stars Xolo Maridueña, Adriana Barraza, Damían Alcázar, Elpidia Carrillo, Bruna Marquezine, Raoul Max Trujillo, Belissa Escobedo, Harvey Guillén, with Susan Sarandon, and George Lopez.

Recent college grad Jaime Reyes (Xolo Mariduena) returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it.

As he searches to find his purpose in the world, fate intervenes when Jaime unexpectedly finds himself in possession of an ancient relic of alien biotechnology: the Scarab.

When the Scarab suddenly chooses Jaime to be its symbiotic host, he is bestowed with an incredible suit of armour capable of extraordinary and unpredictable powers, forever changing his destiny as he becomes the Super Hero Blue Beetle.

Take a look at the teaser poster below:

‘Blue Beetle’ will be released in the UK on 18^th August 2023 by Warner Bros. Pictures.

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With DC under new direction after the hiring of James Gunn and Peter Safran to oversee the brand and its franchises, the future is looking brighter than ever (and we fully expect a relaunch to look very like what Disney and Marvel have done with their properties).

Ahead of the festive season, we’ve picked some of the best books out there for superhero fans that would make perfect gifts. Keep reading for some inspiration…

Ta-Nehisi Coates – ‘Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet’

Ta-Nehisi Coates’ ‘Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet’ has been given a new release in the form of this gorgeous hardback book from The Folio Society. Collecting together the 12 comics that made the story, this is the ultimate way to experience the classic ‘Black Panther’ story. Featuring all of the original illustrations from Brian Stelfreeze, this is a must-have for all fans of ‘Black Panther’, especially now ‘Wakanda Forever’ is in cinemas. This is a real high-end Marvel gift that fans can cherish and proudly sit on their bookshelves.

Buy Ta-Nehisi Coates – ‘Black Panther: A Nation Under Our Feet’ now

Jock – ‘Batman: One Dark Knight’

As we all know, ‘The Batman’ was one of the best films of 2022 so it makes sense that Bat-fans will be looking to see their favourite hero in different adventures while we patiently wait for the next film and the spin-off TV series focused on The Penguin. ‘Batman: One Dark Knight’, published by DC Black Label, is a hard-back comic book that tells the story of Batman accompanying the Gotham City PD in transferring supervillain E.M.P. to Blackgate Penitentiary. When a blackout hits, Batman is left to make sure E.M.P. is imprisoned but the dark corners of Gotham are out to stop him. By Jock, one of the most iconic Batman artists of the 21st Century, ‘Batman: One Dark Knight’ is a truly addictive thriller of a story and this book is simply stunning.

Buy Jock – ‘Batman: One Dark Knight’ now

‘Marvel: Ultimate Storybook’

Marvel pretty much rules the superhero world and thanks to Disney+ it dominates most people’s homes too. This release, ‘Marvel Ultimate Storybook’, features more than 50 tales and profiles focused on the most iconic characters in the franchise. From Spider-man and Captain Marvel through to Iron Man and Hulk, there’s something for every Marvel fan here.

Buy ‘Marvel: Ultimate Storybook’ now

‘Where’s Spidey? A Marvel Spider-man search and find book’

Released to celebrate Spider-man’s 60th anniversary, this book is a spin on the classic ‘Where’s Wally?’ puzzles. Instead of finding a man in a stripy top and bobble hat, you have to find Spidey instead. Spidey is missing! New York City is under attack. A horde of villains is causing mayhem across the city, and there’s only one person who can stop them – Spider-Man! But where is he? Search for Spidey among the crowds around NYC before the whole city falls to chaos! From Green Goblin attacking a bridge to strange experiments in Doctor Octopus’ lab, Spidey fans will love hunting down the villains and spotting lots of hidden details along the way.

Buy ‘Where’s Spidey? A Marvel Spider-man search and find book’ now

James Field – ‘The Art of The Batman’

‘The Batman’ surprised us all when it arrived earlier this year. Director Matt Reeves (‘Cloverfield’), put a moody emo take on Bruce Wayne’s transformation into Batman and Robert Pattinson proved to be a revelation. The real star of the film though was Zoë Kravitz as Selena Kyle aka Catwoman. Fans of the film will want to get their hands on James Fields’ ‘The Art of The Batman’, the official behind-the-scenes illustrated tie-in book. Readers will get an insider’s look at the film’s production process through character designs, vehicle and gadget designs, background paintings, storyboards, and keyframe art done for the film, alongside original commentary and interviews from the filmmakers, cast, production designer, and conceptual artists.

Buy James Field – ‘The Art of The Batman’ now

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The video highlights different high-quality visual features that players can expect with the PC version of the game, including 4K resolution, ultra-high frame rate, ray-traced reflections as well as Nvidia DLSS 2, AMD FSR 2 and Intel XeSuper Sampling (XeSS) for enhanced performance. PC gamers can also look forward to expansive customization options, as well as ultrawide and multi-monitor support.

‘Gotham Knights’ features the Batman Family as players step into the roles of Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood and Robin, a new guard of trained DC Super Heroes who must rise up as the protectors of Gotham City in the wake of Batman’s death. From solving mysteries that connect the darkest chapters in the city’s history to defeating notorious villains in epic confrontations, players will confront an array of challenges as they evolve into their own version of the Dark Knight.

‘Gotham Knights’ is scheduled to release worldwide on 21st October 2022 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Pre-orders will receive the 233 Kustom Batcycle Skin at launch, based on the vehicle’s first appearance in DC’s Detective Comics #233.

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Director and co-scripter Matt Reeves brings a singular vision to the Batman universe in this fantastically dark and absorbing action-noir.

Check out our review of ‘The Batman’.

We caught up with the cast as they embarked on their UK media blitz to promote the film, with cast members Robert Pattinson (Batman), Zoe Kravitz (Catwoman), Paul Dano (The Riddler) and Jeffrey Wright (Jim Gordon) in attendance, discussing the making of the film, and how they brought their iconic comic characters to life on the big screen.

Congratulations, everyone on ‘The Batman’! It’s a very good film! How does it feel now that fans can finally see ‘The Batman’ and the iconic characters that you all portray?

Zoe Kravitz: It’s scary! It’s rare to be a part of a film where the actual release of the film is just as intense as the making of the film! And it’s exciting! And you know, we all poured our entire hearts into this film, and I really hope that they hopefully like it.

Robert Pattinson: Yeah, it was such an unusual shoot! I mean, the fact that it was such a long process. I think Matt Reeves has been working on this for five years. I was basically attached, for like three years. The shoot was, like, 15 months, basically. It feels very surreal! Just seeing the posters out – like, it is actually happening! And it’s starting to feel a little bit more real now. And also, I really liked the movie!

I’m glad. Because every character is an iconic character that has been portrayed before, but you’re doing it in your own way.

Yeah, I think every film that’s come before our film has been done in its own way. And it’s been a film for that particular time. And what really excited me about this script and Matt’s vision was that he was making a Batman for now, and really, kind of honouring the history of the franchise from 1939. And infusing this film with a relevance to 21st century Gotham that I think is really exciting. And I think it’s going to be thrilling for fans because it’s modern – it’s now but it’s also based in the origins of the characters – which is around mystery in detective work, and all of that good stuff.

So for you Paul, how was it portraying such a character as The Riddler?

Paul Dano: It was great. I mean, Matt gave us a gift with an incredibly beautiful, fully realized singular script. That was the foundation. And he’s doing a couple things – offering us the chance to do something that’s maybe a bit more real and grounded, and personal and emotional, and psychological, while also fulfilling the sort of archetypal duty that you have when you are entering a mythology. And I think somehow those two things have been married together.

And that was certainly the hope with this Riddler, that any contact with reality might actually make him more scary. But also still, it’s Gotham and he’s the Riddler. So even if Matt referenced the Zodiac Killer or something, I was always like, okay, but you know it’s ‘The Riddler’! So it was a challenge, but a pleasure and I feel relieved that we’re getting to release the film now, because I love it. And I think I’ll be sad in a few weeks when I go, ‘Oh, well, I guess I have to move on with my life’!

You just mentioned grounded – I think that we can see from the film that we’re seeing Bruce Wayne more – we’re seeing him out in the world without his costume on, which we haven’t seen before. And for you, how was that? How was that change?

Robert Pattinson: I mean, from the first read of the script is was a pretty drastic departure from the traditional way Bruce Wayne’s portrayed, like a society playboy. Again, he’s very much in control of the three aspects of his personality – his Bruce Wayne, the public-facing playboy (kind of a little bit), and The Batman. Since his parents death he has just weathered away, and he hasn’t worked on himself at all, apart from in this kind of obscure way, where you think the only way he can survive is creating this alter ego, which he wants to live in more and more and more and more.

And I think he doesn’t have an enormous amount of control over what’s happening to him when he puts that suit on. And he genuinely believes he’s another person when he puts it on. And he’s addicted to it. And then so when the red light comes on, it calls him out. I mean, it’s almost like he’s more afraid of his identity being revealed than dying, which is kind of because I guess it’s almost worse than death.

I felt like, throughout watching this film, the whole cast could have been the Robin to your Batman…

Robert Pattinson: That’s how I felt! (laughs)

I really like the relationship between these characters and the Batman. Robert and Jeffrey how did you guys work on that together?

Robert Pattinson: I mean, it’s kind of funny, because the story has pretty big stakes, like, the mayor gets killed and stuff, but I love their relationship in ‘The Batman’. He isn’t even known as Batman in the city yet. I mean, he’s literally just some guy with an outfit on. And Gordon’s saying like, ‘I just kind of like him’. And it’s kind of like he’s really out on a limb here.

Jeffrey Wright: Yeah, I think one of the questions that we asked at the beginning (and we asked the audience to ask), is ‘why this cape and cowl’? We don’t assume that it’s heroic. We don’t assume that it’s represents all of these things that we’ve come, over time, to know Batman to be. But we see it as odd. And that relationship is as well… between Gordon and Batman, there’s an oddness. You’ve seen the scene that we shot (actually on the first day) of the two of them walking into this crime scene filled with cops. And, you know, they’re looking at him through a strange lens and wondering, not only who he is, but Gordon, why are you with him?!

So immediately, they’re isolated together, I think, out of a type of desperation and a utility. And we drive on from there through this detective work, which again, goes back to the origins of Detective Comics, and is what Matt wanted to celebrate. Which is ‘Batman is the world’s greatest detective’. And in this case, Gordon as a cop on the streets.

One of the things I loved about this film is how physical it all was. I mean, Catwoman! Was there a lot of training to do?

Zoe Kravitz: Yeah, it’s rare to have a character whose physicality is equally as important as anything else that you’re going to do. And we had an incredible stunt choreographer named Rob Alonzo, who was so interested in who these people were, and where they were emotionally and found really interesting ways to infuse that into the stunt choreography. And I did watch plenty of cat videos, feline videos, and, you know, I loved the mystery behind the way they moved and their smoothness – and really wanting to find ways to just bring that elegance and that confidence to the character.

Robert, did you immediately say yes to this role? Or did you have to take time to consider the role? It’s a big shift from things that we’ve seen you in recently.

Robert Pattinson: It was definitely a yes. I mean, there’s something about the nature of the part that has been around for such a long time. And the fact that it has been reinterpreted a few times as well, it shows it has had so many layers and so many ways you can kind of play it, even though you’ve got half your face hidden. And it’s kind of bizarre, but you can put him into so many different genres and contacts. And also just the legacy of the people who’ve been involved – I mean, it’s a massive privilege. And when you put on the suit for the first time as well, you’re like, yeah! Like you can feel it.

Zoe, you gave Catwoman, a very human side. How was it for you to tackle such an iconic character?

Zoe Kravitz: It was intimidating. I think the hardest part is forgetting that there are these iconic characters. I think that really was half the battle, you know, and I think in order to really honour who these characters are, and play them as three-dimensional people, you can’t think of them as Catwoman. You can’t think of them as someone iconic. You just have to play a human being in a situation and hope that it all flows together.

Paul, was there a piece of music that helped you get into the character. Or another film that Matt Reeves suggested that helped you better understand what he wanted you to bring to the film by way of your character?

Paul Dano: Yeah, there was a few things, but Matt wrote the Nirvana song, ‘Something in the Way’ into the script, which is in the trailer for the film, which I found to be an incredibly potent, powerful piece of music… the lyrics, the vibration of it. And that coupled with what he had later in the film, and Aaron Copland’s ‘Fanfare for the Common Man’, which was used in sort of an ironic way because it’s this almost quintessential American heroic sound. And so putting those two things together was sort of okay, like the ‘Something in the Way’ is the essence here, but I’ve got to bring some of ‘this’ into it as well. So he gave those to me to toss into the script.

Jeffrey, in this film, Batman and Gordon are almost partners. Do you feel the character of Jim Gordon has more depth this time around?

Jeffrey Wright: Oh, well, I don’t know. He’s always Gordon. I think Matt was really clever in activating him. And in activating Gordon, I think he wanted to elevate again, the core elements of this film. Yes. You know, it’s a Batman film. Yes, there’s all that… you know, kinetic energy and all of that, but he really wanted to make a film that was layered and plot driven and focused on mystery. And this detective work being centred, allowed him to do that and also to pay homage to the films that he mentioned that he first loved.

He (Director Matt Reeves) and I are similar ages – I first fell in love with, you know, the Sidney Lumet stuff, French Connection, All the President’s Men that kind of golden age of American cinema in the 70s. So, I wouldn’t say that Gordon has more depth, but I think he does certainly have more to do in partnership with Batman in this film, which was exciting for me. And it serves the interests of the character, but I think also the interests of the film. And also, it really goes back to the core of what DC is about, so I think fans are gonna dig it. I think it’s right at the heart of things.

Rob when you were filming, what scene did you feel like you were really Batman? Or maybe there’s one moment during the shoot where you really had to stop and take note.

Robert Pattinson: Yeah, I mean, there’s definitely some! There was one moment where they were shooting on… they built like a whole eight blocks of Gotham out in Leavesden Studios. And there was one day when there are a lot of people playing cops and civilians around and I was walking across the street and the cape was blowing in the wind. It was just interesting, because they’re all English. And, just hearing stuff like… ‘You alright Batman!’ So that was probably the day I would say!

Paul, the Riddler costume is so radically different from anything we’ve seen before. But what were the influences? And how much input did you have in creating the costume?

Paul Dano: Well, there was a lot there on the page. And Matt certainly had some real life influences, like the Zodiac Killer. But what was cool about it is when you see the film, where Edward… who he was inspired by, but then maybe not having the same resources to make his costume. So we did work on it together, that stuff’s incredibly important, because you kind of try to also imbue it with the energy – like Rob saying that when you put on the suit – and so you know, I needed that mask to carry some of the character for me, because, you know, is a he’s a lot! So finding the right mask, and what that allows to come through for the character, somebody who was totally powerless to be able to feel powerful, but also for me, it allows something to come through that I don’t know if the same thing would without the mask.

And then we try this thing with the cling wrap because I thought I didn’t want to shave all the hair off my body because he should still be able to go out in the world and be some invisible guy. So I thought about the DNA I was just trying to cover – all these homegrown details without the resources. And I think it’s an effective costume. I think it’s fairly upsetting. Yeah!

What do you think of Selina Kyle’s style in the film outside of the Catwoman costume?

Zoe Kravitz: I think it’s awesome, right? I think the wigs were so fun. And the idea of her working in this kind of underground industrial club was really, really cool. And, you know, because we’re meeting Selina so early in her story, I think what we were really interested in doing is finding ways to kind of hint at the kind of latex Cat Woman suit that we know and love and finding ways to infuse bits of that into her into her style. And she is kind of playing this character all the time. And yeah, it’s so fun. I mean, it’s really strange putting on latex at seven in the morning every day. Some people do it!

Jeffrey, Jim Gordon is always the incorruptible cop in the middle of a world full of evil and greed. Would you say that he’s more faithful to truth and good, than to the duty imposed by his badge?

Jeffrey Wright: What’s wonderful about Batman as an idea is that they’re all human. They all exist in a city fashioned after New York City back in 1939. It’s a grounded thing. So they have their flaws and their strengths. I think Gordon represents a certain idea, or ideal about integrity and optimism and kind of, you know, in the midst of everything falling apart, you know, kind of rectitude. I do wonder and it’s explored in the comics to an extent in some of the contemporary stuff in an interesting way, who he is when the doors are closed, in his private world. But I don’t think he is an allegiance to institutions, I think his is an allegiance to the possibility of the integrity of institutions – but it’s more about this idea that in a simple way, you know, we can do better than this. And it’s not for an individual sake, it’s for the sake of the collective – and I think that’s what kind of makes him you know, an attractive figure in the midst of all the other things that are happening with the corruption and decay of Gotham.

‘The Batman’ is in cinemas everywhere from 4^th March 2022.

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The trailer also introduces Oswald Cobblepot (also known as The Penguin), the infamous DC Super-Villain who seemingly knows important details about this omnipresent silent predator and the threat it poses to Gotham and its new guard of DC Super Heroes – Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood and Robin.

As part of DC FanDome, fans were also treated to a behind-the-scenes featurette for Gotham Knights, with commentary from Jim Lee (Comic Book Artist, Publisher & Chief Creative Officer at DC), Scott Snyder (Writer & Co-Creator of “The Court of Owls”), Greg Capullo (Comic Book Artist & Co-Creator of “The Court of Owls”), Patrick Redding (Gotham Knights Creative Director, Warner Bros. Games Montréal) and Ann Lemay (Gotham Knights Narrative Director, Warner Bros. Games Montréal), who all expand on the Courts of Owls origins, lore and inspiration in bringing this elusive enemy to the interactive world of Gotham Knights.

Gotham Knights allows players to step into the roles of Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood and Robin, a new guard of trained DC Super Heroes who must rise up as the protectors of Gotham City in the wake of Batman’s death. The game will be playable either solo or as a two-player, online cooperative experience.

Visit the official Gotham Knights game website for more information about the game.

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Debuted at DC FanDome, the trailer sheds light on the origins of Amanda Waller’s infamous Task Force X (a.k.a. the Suicide Squad) as Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Captain Boomerang and King Shark grudgingly embark on their mission to take down the World’s Greatest DC Super Heroes, The Justice League.

The game features an original narrative set within an expansive open-world Metropolis. It puts the four DC Super-Villains on a collision course with an invading alien force and DC Super Heroes who are now laser-focused on destroying the city they once vowed to protect. All the while, the squad must be mindful of the lethal explosives implanted in their heads that could go off at the first sign of defiance.

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League will be available worldwide in 2022 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Check out the official Suicide Squad game website for more information.

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