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Matt Reeves exits The Batman
2 hours ago | www.themoviebit.com | See recent TheMovieBit news »
Warner Bros and DC just can't seem to get a break, can they. You gotta wonder just what the hell is going on over there when it comes to their comic book movies. They've got the best characters and can't seem to get the wheels spinning at all! Ben Affleck, while still (begrudginly by all accounts) in the bat suit, left the directors chair behind and talks started a week ago with Matt Reeves to take the helm. Now, Reeves has exited the talks and we have no idea why. Is it the script? Remember Geoff Johns and Ben Affleck co-write the script. Was it really that bad, or did it get a tonne of studio notes that Affleck, and now Reeves would risk their reputation on? Either way, Batman is in a whole lot of trouble at this point! »
- noreply@blogger.com (Vic Barry)
Will Mel Gibson Direct "The Batman" ?
3 hours ago | SneakPeek | See recent SneakPeek news »
Following actor Ben Affleck opting out as director of Warners "The Batman" and the studio concurrently in talks with Oscar winner Mel Gibson about directing "Suicide Squad 2", Matt Reeves has reportedly dropped out of directing the new stand-alone "Batman" feature, possibly paving the way for Gibson to take on the 'Caped Crusader':
"There are certain characters who hold a special place in the hearts of millions," said Affleck, still committed to producing and starring in "The Batman", after playing 'Bruce Wayne' in "Batman vs Superman: Dawn Of Justice" and the upcoming "Justice League".
"Performing this role demands focus, passion, and the very best performance I can give...Together with the studio, I have decided to find a partner in a director who will collaborate with me on this massive film.
"I am still in this, and we are making it, but we are currently looking for a director. I remain extremely committed to this project, »
- Michael Stevens
Jennifer Garner & Ben Affleck Relationship Update: Is She Ready to File for Divorce?
9 hours ago | E! Online | See recent E! Online news »
What's really going on between Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck? On Friday, reports surfaced saying that Jennifer was ready to file for divorce from Ben, almost two years after the couple separated. But a source tells E! News, "Their relationship is very fluid and nothing has really changed. They have been working at their relationship for the past few years." The source continues, "There have been times when a reconciliation looked very likely. They love each other and that hasn't changed. But it's unclear what the future holds for them." But, no matter what happens between the couple, Jennifer and Ben will continue to remain a "united front" and "always »
Matt Reeves Won’t Be Directing ‘The Batman’
9 hours ago | The Playlist | See recent The Playlist news »
Well, scratch one candidate off the list for “The Batman.”
As you know, Ben Affleck vacated the director’s chair on the brewing solo outing for his take on The Dark Knight, leaving open of the biggest job vacancies in Hollywood at the moment. Hope shone in the sky last week, when it was revealed that “Dawn Of The Planet Of The Apes” director Matt Reeves was in talks for the project, but it seems the deal couldn’t be sealed.
Continue reading Matt Reeves Won’t Be Directing ‘The Batman’ at The Playlist. »
- Kevin Jagernauth
Superhero Bits: Justice League Sneak Peek, Final Wonder Woman Trailer, Ben Affleck’s Favorite Batman & More
10 hours ago | Slash Film | See recent Slash Film news »
Who is Ben Affleck‘s favorite Batman according to Matt Damon? Which Stranger Things cast member paid a visit to the set of Avengers: Infinity War? Who is Batman fighting in a post-production glimpse at Justice League from Zack Snyder? How did Tom Holland react to the Spider-Man: Homecoming trailer? Is Patrick Stewart done with the […]
The post Superhero Bits: Justice League Sneak Peek, Final Wonder Woman Trailer, Ben Affleck’s Favorite Batman & More appeared first on /Film. »
- Ethan Anderton
Breaking: Batman Negotiations For Director Matt Reeves Have Reportedly Broken Down
10 hours ago | LRMonline.com | See recent LRM Online news »
Here we go again. Hope you have your neck braces on here.
The Batman is one project that hasn’t caught a break ever since it was announced last year. First Warner Bros were all coy about who they’d planned to have take the helm — even when we all knew it was Ben Affleck. Then at the tail end of last year, Affleck started to show signs of cold feet. Whenever asked about the project, he would either say something vague like “it’s coming,” or he would distance himself saying, “there’s no movie yet, it’s not a done deal,” even when it was kind of already announced as a done deal.
You all know what happened next. Affleck left the project as director (though he stayed on as Batman himself), and since then, we’ve been reporting on steady and promising talks between Warner Bros and »
- Joseph Medina
Director Matt Reeves Says No to The Batman?
10 hours ago | MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news »
For the second time in a week, Warner Bros. is reportedly looking for a new director to take the helm on The Batman. One week ago today, Matt Reeves entered negotiations to take over for Ben Affleck as director on this standalone DC adventure. But now it sounds like that won't happen either, as a new report reveals negotiations have broken down between the studio and the filmmaker. An unnamed studio source says that it's possible talks could resume "once heads cool," but for now, Warner Bros. will likely be searching for a new director.
The Hollywood Reporter broke this news, with their studio source confirming that talks have in fact broken down between Warner Bros. and Matt Reeves. It wasn't stated why talks broke down, or if there was a specific issue, or set of issues, that lead to Matt Reeves walking away. While we may never know what »
- MovieWeb
Matt Reeves exits talks to direct The Batman
10 hours ago | Flickeringmyth | See recent Flickeringmyth news »
Dear, or dear… Things really just don’t seem to be going right for Warner Bros. with The Batman at the moment.
After Ben Affleck decided to walk away from directing duties on the next Dark Knight solo movie, the studio moved quickly to secure a replacement, offering the gig to Cloverfield, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes and War for the Planet of the Apes helmer Matt Reeves.
Well, after a week of talks, THR is reporting that talks have now broken down and Reeves has now exited negotiations, although they may resume “when heads cool”.
See Also: Rumour: Ben Affleck “wants out” of The Batman and the DC Extended Universe
Apparently, Ridley Scott (Alien: Covenant) and Fede Alvarez (Don’t Breathe) were also under consideration prior to Reeves receiving an offer, so it’s possible the studio could turn its attention back to either of those.
The »
- Gary Collinson
Newswire: Another dastardly director slips through The Batman’s fingers
11 hours ago | avclub.com | See recent The AV Club news »
For a character with a reputation for collaring crooks, DC’s The Batman isn’t having much luck holding on to directors. Per The Hollywood Reporter, Dawn Of and War For The Planet Of The Apes director Matt Reeves—who was reportedly in pretty serious talks to helm the project after star Ben Affleck turned down the director’s chair himself—has now also walked away from the film. Negotiations between Reeves and Warner Bros. apparently broke down this week, although THR notes that it’s still possible they might resume.
Other potential candidates for the job have reportedly included Ridley Scott and Don’t Breathe’s Fede Alvarez. One thing is certain, though: One way or another, The Batman is going to happen, surging forward with the blind determination of a crusading Dark Knight. The character is too popular, and too lucrative, for DC and Warner to resist granting »
- William Hughes
Matt Reeves Departs The Batman
11 hours ago | We Got This Covered | See recent We Got This Covered news »
In a shocking turn of events, The Hollywood Reporter is telling us tonight that roughly a week after signing on to helm The Batman for Warner Bros., Matt Reeves has now departed the project. No reason was given for his exit, but the outlet notes that talks could potentially resume when “heads cool.” Despite that, this doesn’t sound very promising and it seems that the studio is, once again, left without a director.
Making this even more surprising is the fact that just this morning, we had heard that Reeves had potentially signed on for more than one DC Extended Universe film and was getting quite involved in things. What exactly’s going on behind the scenes is hard to say at the moment, but it all paints a pretty worrying picture for both The Batman and the studio’s cinematic universe as a whole. From what we’ve heard, »
- Mark Cassidy
‘The Batman’: Negotiations Break Down Between Studio and Director Matt Reeves
11 hours ago | Variety - Film News | See recent Variety - Film News news »
In another setback for the superhero tentpole, talks have broken down between Warner Bros. and director Matt Reeves about becoming the director of “The Batman,” Variety has confirmed.
A studio source indicates that negotiations have stopped, but adds that talks could resume down the road. WB is still intent on making the film, the source insisted, whatever means necessary.
The news comes after star Ben Affleck stepped down as director in order to focus on playing the Caped Crusader.
“There are certain characters who hold a special place in the hearts of millions,” Affleck said in a statement on Jan. 30. “Performing this role demands focus, passion, and the very best performance I can give. It has become clear that I cannot do both jobs to the level they require. Together with the studio, I have decided to find a partner in »
- Justin Kroll
‘The Batman:’ Talks With Director Matt Reeves Break Down
11 hours ago | The Wrap | See recent The Wrap news »
Negotiations with Matt Reeves to direct Warner Bros.’ “The Batman” have stalled, TheWrap has learned. The news comes one week after it emerged that the “War for the Planet of the Apes” director was in talks to take over the directing job from Ben Affleck. However, a person with knowledge of the project tells TheWrap that while talks with Reeves have stopped for now, they could resume down the road. The studio is still intent on making the film. Affleck was originally set to star in, co-write, and direct “The Batman,” but withdrew as director Jan 30, citing an inability to »
- Umberto Gonzalez
Yes, Damien Chazelle’s ‘La La Land’ Really Will Win Director and Picture Oscars — Here’s Why
12 hours ago | Indiewire | See recent Indiewire news »
Late in the Oscar season, at the moment when voters actually fill in their ballots (the deadline is February 21 at 5 pm), it all comes down to what movies they have actually seen. What did they love the most, and is freshest in their minds? Which film aligns with the zeitgeist, delivering the message that 6,000 voters want to send?
The five directing nominations tend to line up with the strongest Best Picture contenders, although snubbed director nominee Ben Affleck did win Best Picture win for “Argo.” However, that underdog story became a narrative in itself that drove “Argo” to the win.
This year, the narratives include the aftermath of#OscarsSoWhite and the election of Donald J. Trump. Which will stick?
Here’s how the Best Director and Best Picture races are shaking out.
“La La Land” is the magical, romantic, modern-yet-retro musical about artistic passion created by wunderkind Damien Chazelle and his gifted collaborators, »
- Anne Thompson
Ben Affleck And Jennifer Garner Split: ‘Not One Thing Has Changed,’ Source Says
12 hours ago | ET Canada | See recent ET Canada news »
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner are still making it work for their children. A source close to the former couple tells Et that the pair continues to have “so much love and respect for one another” nearly two years after their split, and that they’re just as committed to co-parenting as ever. “They have maintained […] »
- Brent Furdyk
Ben Affleck Goes to Extraordinary Lengths to Play Batman for His 4-Year-Old Son Sam
13 hours ago | Entertainment Tonight | See recent Entertainment Tonight news »
Ben Affleck is a superhero to his 4-year-old son, Sam.
The toddler actually thinks his father is Batman, Affleck's pal, Matt Damon, revealed during an appearance on Thursday's The Late Late Show With James Corden.
Exclusive: Ben Affleck on Valuing Matt Damon's Friendship and Why He Doesn't Give Advice to Brother Casey
Damon was on the show with Lego Batman star Will Arnett.
"Ben really took the Batman thing seriously because [his son] thinks he's actually Batman," Damon explained, referring to Affleck's portrayal of the Caped Crusader in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, before sharing a "twist" in the story.
"Sam was convinced the FedEx guy was the Joker because [the company’s] colors — you know green and purple," Damon said. "So, you know, whenever FedEx comes...[Sam goes ] 'Dad, Dad, Joker is here!'"
"Ben literally is on a first-name basis with this guy because he went out the first day like, 'I'll give you »
'Batman' Negotiations Break Down With Director Matt Reeves (Exclusive)
13 hours ago | The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News | See recent The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News news »
A week after entering negotiations to direct The Batman, Matt Reeves has exited the talks, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.
A studio source confirms that negotiations have broken down. The possibility, however, exists that talks could resume when heads cool. The studio is intent on making the movie no matter what, as the Batman franchise has proven to be bigger than one person.
Reeves is currently deep in postproduction on War for the Planet of the Apes, which is shaping up to be the biggest entry in the Fox franchise.
Ben Affleck was set to helm the »
- Mia Galuppo ,Borys Kit
Exclusive: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner Split: 'Not One Thing Has Changed,' Source Says
14 hours ago | Entertainment Tonight | See recent Entertainment Tonight news »
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner are still making it work for their children.
A source close to the former couple tells Et that the pair continues to have "so much love and respect for one another" nearly two years after their split, and that they're just as committed to co-parenting as ever.
"They have maintained such a strong and beautiful united front to stay lovely and classy towards each other for their kids," the source says. "They spend so much time working on their relationship -- whether it's a friendship or anything -- for their kids."
Watch: Jennifer Garner Grabs Coffee With Ben Affleck's Mom -- See the Pic!
On Friday, Us Weekly reported that Garner is now gearing up to officially file for divorce from Affleck. No divorce papers have been filed since they announced their breakup, and our source tells Et that "not one thing has changed" since their split was announced.
"Their friendship »
Zack Snyder shares Justice League photo of Batman in action against mystery villains
14 hours ago | Flickeringmyth | See recent Flickeringmyth news »
While we continue to wait for the new trailer, director Zack Snyder has teased an action sequence from November’s Justice League movie, sharing a photo from the post-production studio featuring Ben Affleck’s Batman going up against some heavily armoured – and heavily armed – mystery villains.
And here’s a closer look at the scene in question…
See Also: Zack Snyder on Justice League character dynamics, possible new synopsis surfaces
So, who do you think those bad guys are? Let us know in the comments below…
Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy. Together, Batman and Wonder Woman work quickly to find and recruit a team of metahumans to stand against this newly awakened threat. But despite the formation of this unprecedented league of heroes—Batman, »
- Gary Collinson
Batman Attacks in Justice League Behind-the-Scenes Photo
15 hours ago | MovieWeb | See recent MovieWeb news »
It is starting to feel like DC fans around the world are sort of tapping their watches and pointing at Warner Bros., wondering where the Justice League trailer is and when we can see it. A "sneak peek" was released over last summer at San Diego Comic-Con, which more or less served as the first trailer for the movie, but a lot has happened since then and fans want to see some Justice League footage. While it may not be footage, director Zack Snyder has shared a new photo online that not only gives an idea of where they are at in the process, but it also shows Ben Affleck's Batman in action.
The photo, which showed up on Reddit but is currently absent from any of Zack Snyder's social media accounts, gives a bit of a window into the post-production process for Justice League. It appears that »
- MovieWeb
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's "Relationship Is Very Fluid," Source Says
16 hours ago | E! Online | See recent E! Online news »
Breaking up is hard to do—just ask Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck. It's been nearly two years since the Daredevil co-stars jointly announced they were separating after 10 years of marriage. And on Friday, multiple reports claimed Garner is finally ready to file for divorce. But is she really? "Their relationship is very fluid and nothing has really changed," a source says of the actors. "They have been working at their relationship for the past few years." In fact, E! News has exclusively learned that to rebuild their relationship and to improve their communication in general, the actors have taken multiple trips alone together in the last year. From the beginning, the exes have »
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