The Dark Knight Rises (Christopher Nolan, 2012) (SPOILERS)

[sweetforever]

According to this http://www.deadline.com/hollywood/its-a-bird-its-a-plane-its-chris-nolan-hell-mentor-superman-3-0-while-preparing-3rd-batman/ Nolan has agreed to do another Batman film
EXCLUSIVE: Warner Bros is trying to ready its DC Comics stalwart Superman to soar again on the Big Screen, and the studio has turned to Chris Nolan to mentor development of the movie. Our insiders say that the brains behind rebooted Batman has been asked to play a "godfather" role and ensure The Man Of Steel gets off the ground after a 3 1/2-year hiatus. Nolan's leadership of the project can set it in the right direction with the critics and the fans, not to mention at the box office. Besides, Nolan is considered something of a god at Warner Bros and has a strong relationship with the studio after the success of Batman Begins and The Dark Knight. Though he wasn’t obligated to do so, he gave the studio first crack at his spec script Inception, and Warner Bros was able to buy it before other studios even got a sniff. While Nolan completes that Leonardo DiCaprio-starrer for a July 16th release, he's also hatched an idea for Warner Bros' third Batman installment. Now his brother and frequent collaborator Jonathan "Jonah" Nolan, and David Goyer who co-wrote Batman BeginsThe Dark Knight, are off scripting it. and penned the story for (See 'FlashForward' Showrunner Exits For Features (http://www.deadline.com/hollywood/flashforward-showrunner-exits-for-features/)).

Let the hype begin

[drudo182]

Yep.

[IAmNietzche]

Don't really care.

[I am Mick]

Kind of don't want Goyer involved. I thought the Nolan bro's rocked the Dark Knight just fine without him

[FondestMemory]

goyer just left flash forward to start writing with jonathan.

and they didn't do the dark knight without him. he had a very large part in the story.

[IAmNietzche]

Kind of don't want Goyer involved. I thought the Nolan bro's rocked the Dark Knight just fine without him
Git yr head out of yr ass. Goyer wrote a fuck load of Knight.

[drudo182]

Word. He was heavily involved in both features...

[drewinseries]

Definitely excited for this.

[aoftbsten]

Awesome, won't live up to the hype of Dark Knight though.

[EvilZeppelin]

Fuck Superman, long live Batman!

[zachff]

Nolan walking away from Batman would've been a terrible move. No surprise here

[ActorInThisPlay]

can't wait

[bard]

meh

[Lirr168]

Awesome, won't live up to the hype of Dark Knight though.

Unless one of the stars dies before its release.

[thesollopsist]

Unless one of the stars dies before its release.
Pretty much. Then everyone can claim they've been a fan of theirs for years.

[Smash Adams]

Unless one of the stars dies before its release.
It better not be Michael Caine, he's too cool to ever die

[Full Effect Ed]

Am I the only one who doesn't want this?

[Loveisa4lttrwrd]

Am I the only one who doesn't want this?

Yes.

[ActorInThisPlay]

Am I the only one who doesn't want this?
yeah and if you liked the other 2, there is no way you wouldn't be hoping for a 3rd.

[nivek87]

Explains why Goyer left flashforward

[ned.89]

So excited for this.

[timb89]

It better not be Michael Caine, he's too cool to ever die

he makes me want a butler even more.

[Talib Scottie]

Cool. I'll go see it.

[drudo182]

Anyone who says they don't want another one because The Dark Knight was soooooooooo good needs to get over yourselves. The second that film was over you were already stroking it awaiting the next movie. Christopher Nolan and his brother are working on this film. Some of you act as if Brett Ratner is taking over or something.

Said people will be going gaga when you hear the plot and the first image pops online and you'll jump right back on the Batman/Nolan bandwagon. Okay.

/rant

Douchebags

[IAmNietzche]

Drudo is a douchebag, dude is a waste of life.

[jwicklun]

Drudo is a douchebag, dude is a waste of life.
a little much, dont you think?

[Kif]

Anyone who says they don't want another one because The Dark Knight was soooooooooo good needs to get over yourselves. The second that film was over you were already stroking it awaiting the next movie. Christopher Nolan and his brother are working on this film. Some of you act as if Brett Ratner is taking over or something.

Said people will be going gaga when you hear the plot and the first image pops online and you'll jump right back on the Batman/Nolan bandwagon. Okay.

/rant

Douchebags
the dark knight is the citizen kane of the 21st century, praise be to chris nolan

[drudo182]

a little much, dont you think?

Ha. Of anyone to speak bad about me, I'm glad it's this guy.

[drudo182]

You're the one coming off like a douchebag ranting about something that doesn't really effect you or the way you live in any way, shape, or form.

I'll save this post for when you start going off on something, bud.

[E5CAP3 ART15T]

Can't wait for Inception.

[drudo182]

Difference is I know I'm a douchebag, bud.

Just makes me sad inside because I never thought so before....

X-)

[drudo182]

Won't work.

[B-Bones]

You're the one coming off like a douchebag ranting about something that doesn't really effect you or the way you live in any way, shape, or form.

It's all relative. Some of us blow our loads on instrumental hip hop, some it's concerning comic book movies. One isn't better than the other necessarily.

[Yellowcard2006]

good news

[drudo182]

People aren't swaying me. They're just pissing me off with their negativity about a third film before anything has even happened.

[meroki22]

As long as Nolan is on board I'm there.

[sweetforever]

Anyone who says they don't want another one because The Dark Knight was soooooooooo good needs to get over yourselves. The second that film was over you were already stroking it awaiting the next movie. Christopher Nolan and his brother are working on this film. Some of you act as if Brett Ratner is taking over or something.

Said people will be going gaga when you hear the plot and the first image pops online and you'll jump right back on the Batman/Nolan bandwagon. Okay.

/rant

Douchebags


Agreed, well said

[gilatron5000]

I can't wait for haters to jump on the Superman bandwagon after the movie comes out.

Not that I wouldn't love for Superman to gain the new relevance Batman did after Batman Begins, but I would personally find it amusing.

[*crying stars*]

I figured he would, and I'm happy. Now people can keep on speculating about villains.

As for Superman, I rather liked Brandon Routh, but who knows what's happening with a reboot.

[danielineffigy]

MMMMMMMMMMWHERESFALCONI

I'm excited though.

[roche]

Unless one of the stars dies before its release.


Warner should kill one of the stars just to generate that kind of hype, it isn't murder, just good publicizing.

[poppa Q]

Did Sean delete his posts in here?

[cassusriff]

When the title of the movie is announced, I'll be in that thread.

[flask]

Warner should kill one of the stars just to generate that kind of hype, it isn't murder, just good publicizing.

and then they'll win best actor.

[Metal Now]

Yessssssssssssssssss.

[Full Effect Ed]

You can call me a douchebag all you want, because to me you're nothing but a fucking fanboy. So I don't want to see a third one, I just asked a simple question, wasn't being a dickhole about it like most of the children in here. Get over it, it's a fucking movie about a dude who wears a skin-tight rubber suit and fights crime.

The first one...well made, great origin film
The second one...most over fuckin rated film I've seen since Titanic. Nowhere near as good as Batman Begins. Heath Ledger was in it...BFD, he was good at what he did in the film, but it was nowhere near his best performance

...so no, maybe I don't have high hopes for a third film. So go eat a dick

/rant

stupid son of a bitch

[drudo182]

I figured he would, and I'm happy. Now people can keep on speculating about villains.

As for Superman, I rather liked Brandon Routh, but who knows what's happening with a reboot.

For sure. I loved Routh. His contract expired awhile back I think so I doubt they would go with him again though. Never know.

You can call me a douchebag all you want, because to me you're nothing but a fucking fanboy. So I don't want to see a third one, I just asked a simple question, wasn't being a dickhole about it like most of the children in here. Get over it, it's a fucking movie about a dude who wears a skin-tight rubber suit and fights crime.

The first one...well made, great origin film
The second one...most over fuckin rated film I've seen since Titanic. Nowhere near as good as Batman Begins. Heath Ledger was in it...BFD, he was good at what he did in the film, but it was nowhere near his best performance

...so no, maybe I don't have high hopes for a third film. So go eat a dick

/rant

stupid son of a bitch

So you're reasoning for not wanting it is different than what I was even "ranting" about. Nice try, kid.

[nerdvglc]

Don't really care.
good for you?

anyway, i'm a bit stoked but since the movie has so many possible routes it's hard for me to get too excited yet without detail.

[drudo182]

good for you?

anyway, i'm a bit stoked but since the movie has so many possible routes it's hard for me to get too excited yet without detail.

Who, villain-wise, are you hoping to see?

[sevinw0rds]

Never in a million years did I expect to see any antagonism in this thread. I'm usually of the camp that believes that sequels are extremely tiresome, especially at this point in the timeline of entertainment, but Christopher and Jonathan Nolan are quality story-tellers. If they have somewhere they want to take this, I'm hella stoked to see where that is.

And the bit about Superman is great as well. It'd be amazing if they gave Brandon another shot, but it looks unlikely.

[airik625]

Probably won't come out until 2012 anyways. Great news but way too early to start getting excited.

[jbaseball44]

Excited to see how it turns out

[WhoSaidThat?]

:biggrin:

[starseed]

I know Riddler is probably the most likely prospect villainwise, but I would like to say I have always wanted to see Clayface in a film, and especially with the end of Dark Knight pointing toward the world viewing Batman as a criminal, it would be prime time for a character who could crank those gears a little bit more.

[jeremyc]

Probably won't come out until 2012 anyways. Great news but way too early to start getting excited.


Great. Now we're all screwed.

[nerdvglc]

Who, villain-wise, are you hoping to see?
i think c. nolan could do a crazy movie with hush, and the riddler would be real interesting with his darker interpretations. i really hope they don't use the mad hatter, mostly b/c of the new alice movie (and to be honest i'm not a hatter fan). i guess the only think i'm worried about is using a villain that takes us into the true supernatural, vs the crazy but (maybe loosely) logical style i am now used to. like, seeing killer croc would probably be dumb.

[starseed]

Killer Croc isn't really supernatural though; in his less exaggerated interpretations he just has a strange skin disease and is really strong. It's only in later years that he's become more reptilian and even then this isn't always the case.

Man-Bat, now that's supernatural.

[Gaugzilla]

You can call me a douchebag all you want, because to me you're nothing but a fucking fanboy. So I don't want to see a third one, I just asked a simple question, wasn't being a dickhole about it like most of the children in here. Get over it, it's a fucking movie about a dude who wears a skin-tight rubber suit and fights crime.

The first one...well made, great origin film
The second one...most over fuckin rated film I've seen since Titanic. Nowhere near as good as Batman Begins. Heath Ledger was in it...BFD, he was good at what he did in the film, but it was nowhere near his best performance

...so no, maybe I don't have high hopes for a third film. So go eat a dick

/rant

stupid son of a bitch
OK, your marginalizing and hatred of TDK aside, the Ledger comment is so stupid, it's borderline elitist parody. Not close to his best performance? He starred about 20 films, most of which he gave good performances and about three where he gave absolutely stunning jobs. So yea, I'd say if it's not his best one, it's pretty damn close.

[drudo182]

i think c. nolan could do a crazy movie with hush, and the riddler would be real interesting with his darker interpretations. i really hope they don't use the mad hatter, mostly b/c of the new alice movie (and to be honest i'm not a hatter fan). i guess the only think i'm worried about is using a villain that takes us into the true supernatural, vs the crazy but (maybe loosely) logical style i am now used to. like, seeing killer croc would probably be dumb.

Riddler would be my pic but Hush would be pretty sweet if they went that way.

[narcoleptic953]

Can't say I'm that excited about this, but I'll definitely show up to see how it turns out. I just hope they do a better job writing it than they did with The Dark Knight.

[Full Effect Ed]

To whom it may concern (i'm looking at you drudo guy),

Sorry for my early morning outburst on Batman 3 the other day, I feel like a pompous ass after throwing that rant out there.



PS...I'm still against this

[WakingTheMisery]

Hush should never be touched.

[starseed]

Hush should never be touched.

Hush is easily the worst Batman villain ever created. The only thing he was good for was bringing the Riddler back into power as a credible threat, although even that ended up evaporating. His motives are spurious at best and I just don't buy the danger he's supposed to bring to Batman. And his introductory scheme was a total ripoff of what Bane did years ago, and at least then Bane had a more legitimate reason for doing it. The only thing I liked about his stories was his effect on all of the other villains. If Nolan uses him, I really hope he gives him a better backstory.

[WakingTheMisery]

Yeah, I never really liked the Hush story. I thought people made it out to be a lot better than it actually was.

I would really love to see Clayface in the next one.

[drudo182]

To whom it may concern (i'm looking at you drudo guy),

Sorry for my early morning outburst on Batman 3 the other day, I feel like a pompous ass after throwing that rant out there.



PS...I'm still against this

haha. No worries. It happens.

[drudo182]

Hush is easily the worst Batman villain ever created. The only thing he was good for was bringing the Riddler back into power as a credible threat, although even that ended up evaporating. His motives are spurious at best and I just don't buy the danger he's supposed to bring to Batman. And his introductory scheme was a total ripoff of what Bane did years ago, and at least then Bane had a more legitimate reason for doing it. The only thing I liked about his stories was his effect on all of the other villains. If Nolan uses him, I really hope he gives him a better backstory.

Worse than Calendar Man?

[SlappedActor]

Yeah, I never really liked the Hush story. I thought people made it out to be a lot better than it actually was.

I would really love to see Clayface in the next one.

I wouldn't hold my breath on Clayface, I believe Nolan said he wants to avoid the more fantastical villains.

[WakingTheMisery]

Yeah, I wasn't planning on it actually happening. I know he doesn't want a CGI monster.

[SlappedActor]

It's all about this guy:

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/f/f2/TempleFugate.jpg/200px-TempleFugate.jpg

THE CLOCK KING. His sword his shaped like a clock's hand because it's "time to die", motherfucker!

[WakingTheMisery]

If Talia is not in the next one I will be PISSED.

[Mirrorsandfevers]

If they didn't kill off Dent(was this confirmed yet?) I'd like an interesting twist on the Holiday killer story.

[Recovery Room]

If they didn't kill off Dent(was this confirmed yet?) I'd like an interesting twist on the Holiday killer story.
According to the script he's dead, but they could always go back on that if they wanted.

[starseed]

It's all about this guy:

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/f/f2/TempleFugate.jpg/200px-TempleFugate.jpg

THE CLOCK KING. His sword his shaped like a clock's hand because it's "time to die", motherfucker!

I actually have a soft spot for the Clock King, just because he is such a goofy idea but I thought his animated episodes were really well done. A lot of stupid villains ended up looking like credible threats in the animated series. It's thanks to the show that Mr. Freeze and Clayface are even slightly interesting.

Worse than Calendar Man?

Oh come now, yes, Calendar Man is a goofy idea but he doesn't even try to be anything but a goofy idea. Hush is worse because he was built up to be such a major rogue for Batman and his whole purpose is pointlessly ridiculous. There's nothing worse than wasted potential.

[WatchTheNight]

Bane!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[drudo182]

I actually have a soft spot for the Clock King, just because he is such a goofy idea but I thought his animated episodes were really well done. A lot of stupid villains ended up looking like credible threats in the animated series. It's thanks to the show that Mr. Freeze and Clayface are even slightly interesting.



Oh come now, yes, Calendar Man is a goofy idea but he doesn't even try to be anything but a goofy idea. Hush is worse because he was built up to be such a major rogue for Batman and his whole purpose is pointlessly ridiculous. There's nothing worse than wasted potential.

Haha, yeah. I just think with a movie, Calendar Man would come off worse than if they adapted Hush.

[jenkkem]

oh mah gah

[jwicklun]

Yeah, I wasn't planning on it actually happening. I know he doesn't want a CGI monster.
they should do scarface. nothing more badass than a ventrilaquist bad guy!

[WakingTheMisery]

Hahaha Gary Oldman said they were hinting at Riddler a while back. Really don't want that again.

[Bryant]

Glad to see this is finally announced. I hope the Entertainment Chat Thread returns also!

[yoyostring]

Michael C. Hall should play the Riddler.

[poppa Q]

If this is gonna be the Batman 3 discussion thread until there's an official announcement I really hope someone edits the title.

If they didn't kill off Dent(was this confirmed yet?) I'd like an interesting twist on the Holiday killer story.
Confirmed dead.

[SlappedActor]

The problem (especially when you get rid of all the "CGI" villains) is that so many of Batman's enemies are just pussies compared to the Joker.

There's a lot of potential for failure, but if the writers/producers are careful, I think Bane could actually be a good choice if the writers emphasized his high intelligence level and got rid of the lame out-of-work-wrestler costume.

Other than him, the Riddler and Catwoman seem like the only plausible choices. I guess Black Mask would fit into the organized-crime mobster atmosphere that Nolan has created, but it seems like a long shot.

[jwicklun]

The problem (especially when you get rid of all the "CGI" villains) is that so many of Batman's enemies are just pussies compared to the Joker.

There's a lot of potential for failure, but if the writers/producers are careful, I think Bane could actually be a good choice if the writers emphasized his high intelligence level and got rid of the lame out-of-work-wrestler costume.

Other than him, the Riddler and Catwoman seem like the only plausible choices. I guess Black Mask would fit into the organized-crime mobster atmosphere that Nolan has created, but it seems like a long shot.
Yeah dude, Bane is actually very intelligent. The last film tried to portray him as a brainless idiot, instead of someone who was a very worthy advasary to Batman. But ultimately they were planning on having the Joker again, but with him gone, they are shit out of luck.

[achassi]

Bane please.

[jbaseball44]

Glad to see this is finally announced. I hope the Entertainment Chat Thread returns also!
Good thing you called it the Entertainment Chat Thread and not The Dark Knight Chat Thread. Shit woulda hit the fan.

[s.t.e.v.e.n.]

I'm pulling for the Riddler.

[mht]

BA|NE so i can mosh all around the theater and wear my edge varsity jacket opening night

[drewinseries]

Was me hearing Johnny Deep as the Riddler a while back just some silly rumor that someone wished would happen, or is that an actually possibility?

[poppa Q]

lol and lol

[Bryant]

Good thing you called it the Entertainment Chat Thread and not The Dark Knight Chat Thread. Shit woulda hit the fan.Well, it was TDK at heart, haha. That thread was the reason I started posting on here.

Also, I don't know a lot about Bane but definitely an interesting character.

[starseed]

I won't watch another Batman movie unless Bat-Mite is in it.

[starseed]

OR ACE THE BAT HOUND[sarcasm]

[SlappedActor]

Batman 3: The Search for Curly's Gold

[ForlrnPerplxity]

I'll be disappointed if it's anybody besides Ridder, but I honestly think Nolan could pull off Penguin.

I really do not want to see Catwoman, but if Nolan writes her into the script, I'll trust that it'll be awesome.

[jbaseball44]

Well, it was TDK at heart, haha. That thread was the reason I started posting on here.

Also, I don't know a lot about Bane but definitely an interesting character.
No doubt the thread was great, just a little joke about the controversy involving its eventual demise.

[symbiote28]

i stoked if there's a batman 3.

but honestly, do you think any superhero film or batman 3 can improve compared to TDK ?

[murrich]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/5/59/ManBatCv3.jpg

If the antagonist is anyone but Man Bat I will be very shocked.

[Whalejaw]

Does anybody doubt that Nolan could take an entirely ridiculous villain and make it amazing if he had to?

[murrich]

Does anybody doubt that Nolan could take an entirely ridiculous villain and make it amazing if he had to?

Me.

[Throwback]

I'd love to see Nolan realistically portray Penguin.

[sweetforever]

Supposedly, Jonah Nolan has handed in the first draft of Batman 3..

http://www.iesb.net/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=8358:dc-characters-picking-up-steam-at-wb&catid=41:news&Itemid=71

[allthewaysaid]

Nice! Im excited for that Batman movie!

Superman doesnt really appeal to me.

I wanna see more Joker!!!!

[flask]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/5/59/ManBatCv3.jpg

If the antagonist is anyone but Man Bat I will be very shocked.

haha came here to say this.
the first thing i said after dark knight was "great movie, needed more man bat."

[Recovery Room]

Nolan basically confirms he's coming back for the 3rd; great article about the Batman project and his grandfather role for the new Superman franchise.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/herocomplex/2010/03/christopher-nolan-takes-flight-with-superman-we-have-a-fantastic-story-1.html

[invincibleXL]

cannot fucking wait. what true BB/TDK fan wouldn't want another installment? there is so much potential to make another epic film given the characters and the world Nolan and co. already have built. a third, and sadly, final story into this franchise is needed, not just for fans, but for Hollywood as well.

[drudo182]

Nolan basically confirms he's coming back for the 3rd; great article about the Batman project and his grandfather role for the new Superman franchise.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/herocomplex/2010/03/christopher-nolan-takes-flight-with-superman-we-have-a-fantastic-story-1.html

Great read.

[Stavie Steelo]

I'll watch if it has the Joker.

[sweetforever]

Nolan basically confirms he's coming back for the 3rd; great article about the Batman project and his grandfather role for the new Superman franchise.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/herocomplex/2010/03/christopher-nolan-takes-flight-with-superman-we-have-a-fantastic-story-1.html

Great read.

Agreed

[drudo182]

I'll watch if it has the Joker.

Not going to have the Joker.

[Stavie Steelo]

Not going to have the Joker.
Who is the villain for this one than?

[Genuma]

having the joker in it would be the stupidest possible decision.

[drudo182]

Who is the villain for this one than?

They haven't revealed yet, only that it wouldn't be Mr. Freeze.

I'm still holding out for a nice Holiday setting for the film.

[starseed]

That article means my dream of Clayface is one step closer to possibility.

[flask]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/5/59/ManBatCv3.jpg

If the antagonist is anyone but Man Bat I will be very shocked.

again, this needs to happen

[drudo182]

It did sound as if they were more open to the possibility of something more supernatural for the villain.

[ForlrnPerplxity]

The Riddler seems to fit perfectly in Nolan's Batman universe.

I also honestly think he could work Penguin into the script, so I'll be happy if any of those 2 are in it.

[Prestonxsmith]

It did sound as if they were more open to the possibility of something more supernatural for the villain.
Nolan did just do some crazy matrix shit for his new movie, so I wouldn't put it past him. At least we know there is no Mr. Freeze haha.

[achassi]

Bane please. Not shitty cartoon one. The cunning comic book one

[drudo182]

Riddler is still my pick. Think they could do a great job with him.

[Whalejaw]

Bane please. Not shitty cartoon one. The cunning comic book one

I would like to see this.

Riddler is still my pick. Think they could do a great job with him.

I think this is most likely though.

[SkyHeldUpByStar]

Riddler just seems like the right direction to go.

[invincibleXL]

riddler seems like the most likely candidate, but it also almost seems too predictable. it would be cool though. i also think it's possible they introduce a new female like harley quinn, she could offer some of the back story of the joker. there's also red claw, though she isn't in the comics either. catwoman could work as well. it seems with rachel gone, the would need a new chick to offer some eye candy as well as a possible romance

[cantnokdahustle]

I hope Nolan has some sway in this WB "all future tent-pole releases will be 3D" bullshit.

http://www.slashfilm.com/2010/03/18/all-warner-bros-tentpole-movies-will-be-released-in-3d/

[drudo182]

From Batman-On-Film.

"From what I’ve been able to gather, it’s looking like we’ll finally get an official announcement for BATMAN 3 this July -- probably around the time of Comic Con in the latter part of the month. As a point of reference, THE DARK KNIGHT was officially announced right after Comic Con 2006. The press release included the title of the film, the casting of Heath Ledger as The Joker, confirmation that director Chris Nolan was back on board, and news that the BATMAN BEGINS sequel would be a Summer 2008 release. I’ve been told to expect something similar this time as well.

Keep in mind that Chris and co. will be doing press for his upcoming film (http://www.batman-on-film.com/batmovienews.html#), INCEPTION, probably starting late June ‘til its July 16th release. While I’m sure Mr. Nolan will get asked plenty of B3 (and MAN OF STEEL) questions during the junket, he’s said enough about it already to keep most reasonable journalists at bay. But you never know, Warner Bros. may hit ‘em with a preemptive strike and announce the thing in May or June."

[Thomas Balkcom]

July 20th, 2012.
(http://www.slashfilm.com/2010/04/30/batman-3-gets-an-official-release-date/)

[poppa Q]

nice!

[drudo182]

Read that just a minute ago! Got me really excited. Hopefully we get a villain announcement and plot in the next couple of months.

[poppa Q]

Probably won't get anything that resembles a plot in 2010.

[flask]

Probably won't get anything that resembles a plot in 2010.

seriously, this won't even start production this year in all likely hood.

Aint It Cool miswrote the release date as July, 20th, 2010. needless to say, i was confused.

[jwicklun]

wow, sooner than expected. This and the Avengers movie, 2012 could shape up to be a great year for super hero movies.

[Gaugzilla]

Read that just a minute ago! Got me really excited. Hopefully we get a villain announcement and plot in the next couple of months.
I really hope they make a push for Black Mask. He's known Bruce since they were kids (which the series hasn't had a villain with any stretching past with him), he's a criminal mastermind (which would work well since the Mob has basically been eradicated from Gotham) and he's a bad ass.

[DrStrong]

There are only two villains that make sense in Nolan's universe.

Penguin
Riddler

The first being in the form of a mob boss, i know its been covered before but maybe have someone a little more ruthless than Falconi.

The second being basically an incarnation of the Joker. Los the make-up and green suit, have someone who toys with Batman on a psychological basis rather than physical.

IMO, Two-Face was pushing the "realism" of Nolan's universe. I dont see how someone could be so nonchalant with those type of injuries. Hate to say it, but Tommy Lee Jones' Two-Face appearance was more believable than Nolans.

[fake empire]

It'd be lame if Riddler didn't have a green suit. I mean it doesn't have to be over the top, but he should wear green.

[drudo182]

seriously, this won't even start production this year in all likely hood.

Aint It Cool miswrote the release date as July, 20th, 2010. needless to say, i was confused.

Didn't they release the plot and Heath Ledger being cast as Joker months and months before they started shooting, much like right now with them presumably starting to shoot this in January-April time-frame?

[TheFury]

Nolan has some competition. The Joker is back!

http://www.iesb.net/images/stories/dvd/Batmanparody.jpg

UD0YQoAqmrU

[Guern1ca]

Michael Uslan is coming to my school next week for a lecture. Gonna be schwweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet

[drudo182]

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y2/drudo182/meow.jpg

One of the latest posts on Batman-On-Film. He's generally pretty on top of things. Wonder what he'll be announcing soon? Thoughts on Catwoman being the sole villain in the third film?

[nolifesingedher]

I wish the Johnny Depp as the Riddler rumours were true. I don't know about the rest of you but I think that sounds awesome.

[starseed]

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y2/drudo182/meow.jpg

One of the latest posts on Batman-On-Film. He's generally pretty on top of things. Wonder what he'll be announcing soon? Thoughts on Catwoman being the sole villain in the third film?

I seriously doubt she'd be the sole villain considering she's rarely a villain at all in the comics.

[Chris Fallon]

Not sure if anyone would be interested, but I started a blog that focuses solely on badass male characters from TV & film the past 20 years. I'm a critical studies film major, so I figured it was about time I started writing about something regarding film & TV haha

Anyway, my first post is about why Batman is such a badass: http://gobadass.tumblr.com/

Feel free to follow me if you want! It's going to be a weekly thing, with all kinds of characters focused on. Figured kids in the Entertainment Forum would think it's cool :-)

[Ryan Rumsey]

I wish the Johnny Depp as the Riddler rumours were true. I don't know about the rest of you but I think that sounds awesome.

Putting him in a Batman movie would pretty much ruin it for me.

[jwicklun]

Not sure if anyone would be interested, but I started a blog that focuses solely on badass male characters from TV & film the past 20 years. I'm a critical studies film major, so I figured it was about time I started writing about something regarding film & TV haha

Anyway, my first post is about why Batman is such a badass: http://gobadass.tumblr.com/

Feel free to follow me if you want! It's going to be a weekly thing, with all kinds of characters focused on. Figured kids in the Entertainment Forum would think it's cool :-)

next badass character study: Clint Eastwood in just about everything.
Evidence A:
NelBNtNm8l0

[drudo182]

I don't want to see Depp as the Riddler either.

[Chris Fallon]

next badass character study: Clint Eastwood in just about everything.
Evidence A:
NelBNtNm8l0
It's his birthday today, isn't it? I should watch some old Dirty Harry movies. The only reason Gran Torino is even watchable is because of him -- the rest of that ensemble is so god awful. Surprised he couldn't find some halfway decent actors -- then again, his tour de force in that movie is tough to keep up with!

[Chris Fallon]

I don't want to see Depp as the Riddler either.
Depp as the Riddler would essentially be Willy Wonka 2.0.

[HogarthHughes]

I wish they could find a way to bring Cillian Murphy back into the fold. Dude is such a great actor.

[drudo182]

I wish they could find a way to bring Cillian Murphy back into the fold. Dude is such a great actor.

I keep reading quotes from him where he wants to come back as Scarecrow for the third one.

[nolifesingedher]

Putting him in a Batman movie would pretty much ruin it for me.

Really? The reason I would like is he always gets so into his roles and he brings something unique to everything he does. I think he would really have something to add to Batman.

[drudo182]

I really enjoy Depp's work, but I don't see him as the Riddler.

[nolifesingedher]

I wish they could find a way to bring Cillian Murphy back into the fold. Dude is such a great actor.

Agreed. That's my one problem with Nolan's Batman films. He kind of gave Murphy the shaft. I thought he could have done something with more screen time. I understand, though. The Dark Knight only had room for two major villians. Joker and Two-Face were more than enough. But I think they shoud bring Scarecrow back.

[yoyostring]

Michael C. Hall as the Riddler.

[drudo182]

Random quotes from Nolan about the new Batman film found in Empire.

* On whether or not he's signed up for BATMAN 3:
"No, I haven't. There is a point where your just being precious about it and people get annoyed, but the God's honest truth is I work on one movie at a time, I'm only capable of doing that, so my head will continue to be firmly in this movie (INCEPTION) for the next few months."


* On the status of BATMAN 3:
"My brother Jonathan is working on the screenplay. We came up with a story that we are very exited about. We particularly like where we are taking the characters and what the ending is. There are things for me to be very exited about in addressing the characters again, but ultimately it always comes down to the script, and can we make a great film from this? That's something I will firmly be turning my attention to figuring out fairly soon. [This film will be] the ending of a story rather than infinitely blowing up the balloon and expanding the story."


* Would he bring back The Joker via a recast?
"No. I just don’t feel comfortable talking about it."


* On Marvel building a "Marvel Movie Universe" and whether or not we'll see Batman and Superman together on film:
"Marvel are doing what they are doing and people will either respond to that really well or they won't. It's not something I ever applied a blanket rule to, but Marvel characters are very different to DC characters. You've got to go back to that element of 'What do I see when I close my eyes and think of Batman and Superman?' And for me a big part of that is their individuality. They are extraordinary beings in an ordinary world. They are two very different characters, but there's' an elemental feeling of power in the iconography of those characters. To me that's originally because they stood alone, I need to hang onto that in my imagining of them."

[batmannj]

http://thefilmstage.com/2010/06/09/joseph-gordon-levitt-to-play-the-riddler-in-batman-3-probably-not/

It's unlikely that it will happen, but some are saying that Joeseph Gordon Levitt is possibly in talks to play the Riddler. I'd like this, but it probably won't happen/is a bad rumor.

and how likely is it that the next Batman movie is made without the Riddler as the villain? At this point, I think the Riddler is the leader in the clubhouse.

[pseudonym28]

i hope the villian is someone we wouldn't expect.

[SouthernCross40]

It better not be Michael Caine, he's too cool to ever die

Started to quote to point out that you have the best avatar ever...friggin corndogs better get the hell out of Ensure's fridge...

But also, I would probably kill a stranger to have Michael Caine's accent.

[thursday727]

big news
Joseph Gordon-Levitt is Nolan's first pick to play The Riddler.
It's not 100% but he's on the shortlist.
http://movies.ign.com/articles/109/1096011p1.html

[DrStrong]

big news
Joseph Gordon-Levitt is Nolan's first pick to play The Riddler.
It's not 100% but he's on the shortlist.
http://movies.ign.com/articles/109/1096011p1.html
Initially i was hoping for some realistic version of the Penguin, then realized they've been dealing with the mob for two movies now.

It may or may not be confirmed that JGL is going to be in the movie, but is it confirmed that the Riddler is even the villain? I could get on board for the Riddler, but how should he be portrayed? a green spandex suit doesnt fit with Nolan's universe.

[eraserhead]

Joseph Gordon-Levitt as the Riddler? what the fuck?

Though, I guess it's worked for Nolan before: cast a young, talented actor to play a psycho villain.

[WakingTheMisery]

Ehhhhhh...

[DrStrong]

Joseph Gordon-Levitt as the Riddler? what the fuck?

Though, I guess it's worked for Nolan before: cast a young, talented actor to play a psycho villain.
The Riddler is a very different type of crazy, though. Riddler is a genius, who wants revenge against Batman personally.

Joker is a psycho that knows Batman will give him a good challenge. Yea, Joker is smart, but not in the same way as Riddler.

I really hope Riddler doesnt come off to be maniacal, but more like Ozymandais from Watchmen.

[drudo182]

You'd think that Nolan would have people's trust after the first two Batman films. Not sure what else the guy has to do to get people on board whatever he's doing with this franchise.

Will be interesting to see what happens. Hopefully they officially announce the villain sometime soon, although this is all-but confirming who it will be.

[Mirrorsandfevers]

You'd think that Nolan would have people's trust after the first two Batman films. Not sure what else the guy has to do to get people on board whatever he's doing with this franchise.

Will be interesting to see what happens. Hopefully they officially announce the villain sometime soon, although this is all-but confirming who it will be.
Exactly. For all we know, the Riddler is extremely different to how we see him. Unfortunately I've never really seen a good depiction of him in graphic novels, and then we all have Batman Forever. Fuck. Whatever Nolan wants to do, I'm on board.

[jwicklun]

I was skeptic when I heard Heath Ledger was going to be the Joker, but after two fantastic Batman films, its safe to say Nolan knows what he's doing. The only bad acting in those movies came out of Katie Holmes.

[drudo182]

I've love to see JGL in the movie even if he isn't the Riddler. Can't wait to see how he is in Inception.

[Adeniz19]

Aren't people jumping the gun a bit assuming riddler will be in the next movie?

[drudo182]

Yep. But I'm down for it to happen.

[ActorInThisPlay]

definitely on board for JGL as the Riddler.

[alexa_ATL]

I'm down for whoever is not Jim Carrey as the Riddler.

[Hamburglar]

I'm down for whoever is not Jim Carrey as the Riddler.


http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Esz2h6sKmUU/R7oO09kWamI/AAAAAAAAAic/xCxauoBkQWs/s400/Carrey_Riddler.jpg



How can you NOT like that? :-)

[DrStrong]

Plus, he embodied the Riddler as the original back in the 60's.

[alexa_ATL]

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_Esz2h6sKmUU/R7oO09kWamI/AAAAAAAAAic/xCxauoBkQWs/s400/Carrey_Riddler.jpg



How can you NOT like that? :-)

eh, was never feelin' him as the riddler. He just seemed batshit crazy - riddler is supposed to be more clever than that. I like personification of the mythology haha

[DrStrong]

Are you people forgetting the ORIGINAL BATMAN? Riddler was exactly the way Jim Carrey portrayed him.

The Batman movies starting from the late 80's are all different takes on the original.

[s.t.e.v.e.n.]

I actually thought Jim Carrey was the only positive thing about that movie. I think he's underrated.

[sweetforever]

You'd think that Nolan would have people's trust after the first two Batman films. Not sure what else the guy has to do to get people on board whatever he's doing with this franchise.

Will be interesting to see what happens. Hopefully they officially announce the villain sometime soon, although this is all-but confirming who it will be.

Agreed, I was skeptic when Heath was cast and look how that turned out. I hope we hear about a villain soon as well.

[*crying stars*]

Mmmmm, JGL.
He's completely capable of tackling any role in my opinion.

[Grad]

If the main villain is going to be the Riddler, then I think a loose adaptation of Batman: Hush (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batman_Hush) for the 3rd movie would be awesome.

[sweetforever]

According to this article, filming starts in March

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/herocomplex/2010/06/inception-video.html

[drudo182]

Can't wait for Inception because the movie looks amazing. And also, when it's finally out maybe Nolan will really start talking about the next Batman film.

[drudo182]

http://www.slashfilm.com/2010/06/18/batman-fan-film-city-of-scars/

New fan-made Batman film. Not a fan.

[narcoleptic953]

I was skeptic when I heard Heath Ledger was going to be the Joker, but after two fantastic Batman films, its safe to say Nolan knows what he's doing. The only bad acting in those movies came out of Katie Holmes.

Maggie Gyllenhaal wasn't a whole lot better, let's be honest.

[Gaugzilla]

http://www.slashfilm.com/2010/06/18/batman-fan-film-city-of-scars/

New fan-made Batman film. Not a fan.
That was f'ing terrible. I wish I could punch the director in the face and retroactively use that $27,000 to pay off student loans.

[Grad]

http://www.slashfilm.com/2010/06/18/batman-fan-film-city-of-scars/

New fan-made Batman film. Not a fan.

That was so bad that it's actually funny.

[drudo182]

That was f'ing terrible. I wish I could punch the director in the face and retroactively use that $27,000 to pay off student loans.

That was so bad that it's actually funny.

I just can't believe I made it through the entire thirty minute movie.

[MovieManCorey]

That is one of the shittiest things I've ever seen on the internet. Who the fuck would waste so much money and time on that thing? We spent about an hour today at work mocking it after we watched it. Somehow I got suckered into watching it for a second time. It doesn't get any better. It only gets worse.

[drudo182]

Robin Williams discussing (http://movies.ign.com/articles/110/1102388p1.html) wanting to be part of the new Batman film.

"I would work with Chris again in a second, playing anyone in anything. I'd play The Riddler in the next Batman, although it would be hard to top Heath as the villain, and I'm a little hairy for tights."
"I'm using this article as an ad. Chris, call me, I'll do anything. I could be a great character - or some weird little man in the background in Arkham Asylum."

[jwicklun]

Robin Williams probably will not be the Riddler, but I'd think he would make a great Arkham inmate.

[drudo182]

Wouldn't mind seeing him in the movie though.

[jbaseball44]

Wouldn't mind having him in it as long as he doesn't play the main villain

[Guern1ca]

Variety is reporting today that Michael Caine is claiming an April date to start shooting.


http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118021581.html?categoryid=4076&cs=1&nid=2562&utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+variety%2Fhead lines+%28Variety+-+Latest+News%29

[drudo182]

Got stoked thinking that was right around the corner. Then I realized it was July.

[*crying stars*]

Got stoked thinking that was right around the corner. Then I realized it was July.

Haha, focus on Inception for now!

[Prestonxsmith]

I wouldn't mind seeing Robin in the next one. And April isn't that far away.

[*crying stars*]

And April isn't that far away.

It is when you think that the release date for this is still two years away.

[ETGsynth]

Depp as the Riddler would essentially be Willy Wonka 2.0.
Someone finally sees this the way I do, everyone I know thinks "OMfgZ JOHNNY DEPP IS ThE RiDDLER!!!1!" and that he would do the role justice.

[SkyHeldUpByStar]

People are saying this is for the video game, but I'm posting it here just in case:

http://www.movieviral.com/2010/07/13/holy-websites-batman-a-viral-in-the-making/

[Mirrorsandfevers]

Definitely for Arkham 2. Gonna be badass.

[drudo182]

I suck and still have never gotten Arkham Asylum...

[circasuicide]

philip seymour-hoffman will kill it as the penguin if it happens. i say the penguin and bane would be a great twosome for the third batman.

[Jason Tate]

Christopher Nolan to Begin Filming Third Batman in April (http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&ct2=us%2F0_0_s_3_0_t&usg=AFQjCNHOxMiFbNE9csXP8ws8NLG7NpJ tsQ&sig2=BTksOmDJkvYsK-v76UjfHQ&cid=17593775349330&ei=r4JATJDIAoLUM-DH79QB&rt=SEARCH&vm=STANDARD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.seattlepi.com% 2Fmovies%2F423489_tvgmovies15.html)


July 2012.

[sevinw0rds]

Hell yes.

[drudo182]

DP Wally Pfister is pretty interested (http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1644026/20100720/story.jhtml) in shooting the entire third movie in IMAX.

[s.t.e.v.e.n.]

So potentially this could be the last great film the world sees? Or do I have the dates wrong?

[RonStoppable]

Joseph Gordon-Levitt as the Riddler?

http://www.slashfilm.com/2010/07/20/riddler-looking-like-prime-villain-in-batman-3-nolans-cinematographer-talks-imax/

[aloneatlastnj]

I wouldn't mind seeing Robin in the next one. And April isn't that far away.

don't fall in love with the idea because it won't happen. nolan and bale have said as long as they are both involved with batman films there won't be a robin added to the story.

[batmannj]

DP Wally Pfister is pretty interested (http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1644026/20100720/story.jhtml) in shooting the entire third movie in IMAX.
I'd love to see that. Experiencing TDK in IMAX was one of the best and most memorable experiences I've ever had with a film.
don't fall in love with the idea because it won't happen. nolan and bale have said as long as they are both involved with batman films there won't be a robin added to the story.
Plus Nolan has gone on record saying that this is a definite close to his Batman mythos, and I have a hard time seeing how Robin could logically fit into that because Robins story would require quite a bit of screen time, screen time they probably won't have, especially with how TDK ended.

[aloneatlastnj]

i'm curious as to the direction this movie will go in. considering it's the end of this little arc of nolan's there should be some sort of closure, right? the end of begins has batman accepting and defining his role, the end of dark knight has batman go from valiant defender to gotham's enemy in the wake of dent's death. just wondering how this movie will play out and i'm already getting very excited about it.

[symbiote28]

was there a plan for joker in batman 3 if heath didn't pass away?

btw, i'm 100% oppose to the idea of a joker recast which by the looks of it isn't going to happen.

[s.t.e.v.e.n.]

was there a plan for joker in batman 3 if heath didn't pass away?

btw, i'm 100% oppose to the idea of a joker recast which by the looks of it isn't going to happen.

A recast would be a historically stupid move.

[Prestonxsmith]

don't fall in love with the idea because it won't happen. nolan and bale have said as long as they are both involved with batman films there won't be a robin added to the story.

I was talking about Robin Williams hahaha

[drudo182]

More rumors, this time a tad more solid (if you believe it), that Joseph Gordon-Levitt is at least being looked at for The Riddler.

[drudo182]

was there a plan for joker in batman 3 if heath didn't pass away?

btw, i'm 100% oppose to the idea of a joker recast which by the looks of it isn't going to happen.

I always remember hearing he would have been the main focus for the next film as well.

[aloneatlastnj]

i'm not too too familiar with some of the landmark batman arcs/trades - what are some compelling stories with the riddler involved?

[*crying stars*]

I think Nolan realizes that recasting the Joker would be a very poor decision.
Also, JGL would do a fantastic job as the Riddler. Kid's half-insane as it is. LOVE HIM.
/my usual fangirlness

[drudo182]

Here (http://www.slashfilm.com/2010/07/20/riddler-looking-like-prime-villain-in-batman-3-nolans-cinematographer-talks-imax/) is that link I mentioned above, btw.

http://www.slashfilm.com/wp/wp-content/images/jgl-riddler.jpg

[aloneatlastnj]

maybe i'm nitpicking but i think he looks too similar to ledger? similar facial structure/features, but i suppose in costume and method it'd be a different story.

[*crying stars*]

I'd like to see the casting grid in question, just to see what else is being considered.

[circasuicide]

batman 3:

phillip seymour-hoffman as the penguin

JG-L as the riddler

i'd also like to see bane brought in as the muscle for one or both of these characters.

no catwoman or joker recast please.

[jwicklun]

batman 3:

phillip seymour-hoffman as the penguin

JG-L as the riddler

i'd also like to see bane brought in as the muscle for one or both of these characters.

no catwoman or joker recast please.

Christopher Nolan has already stated that he really isn't into the Penguin.

[circasuicide]

Christopher Nolan has already stated that he really isn't into the Penguin.

aw. that kind of sucks. i worry if JG-L can handle a lead role of this kind of importance. i'd like to see him given the chance, though.

i would kill for heath ledger as the joker again.

[Jason Tate]

FirstShowing.net (http://www.firstshowing.net/2010/07/20/excl-studio-casting-names-the-riddler-as-batman-3-villain/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+firstshowing+% 28FirstShowing.net%29) is reporting they have a “reliable inside source” with a studio casting grid that has The Riddler listed as the villian for Batman 3. With this year’s San Diego Comic Con starting up this week, many have been suspecting some sort of announcement regarding the much anticipated follow-up to 2008′s The Dark Knight (http://www.nolanfans.com/thedarkknight.php). Rumors surrounding this project have been absolutely bonkers in the past, but FirstShowing (http://www.firstshowing.net/2010/07/20/excl-studio-casting-names-the-riddler-as-batman-3-villain/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+firstshowing+% 28FirstShowing.net%29) is saying “this news should be considered confirmation that The Riddler is the villain” in Batman 3. They’re also saying that the actor currently listed on that same casting grid is none other than Inception (http://www.nolanfans.com/inception)‘s Joseph Gordon-Levitt. He is listed as “interested” next to The Riddler, despite the age listed for the mysterious villian being 35-45. Joe is only 29 by the way. So how accurate could this all be? They want to keep the JGL part listed a rumor, but The Riddler part as confirmed.

Get the full scoop on the “rumor” and the “confirmation” over at FirstShowing.net (http://www.firstshowing.net/2010/07/20/excl-studio-casting-names-the-riddler-as-batman-3-villain/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+firstshowing+% 28FirstShowing.net%29)

[Jason Tate]

i'm not too too familiar with some of the landmark batman arcs/trades - what are some compelling stories with the riddler involved?
Long Halloween

The best Batman book - ever.

[jwicklun]

Long Halloween

The best Batman book - ever.

Great novel, but I've always regarded The Killing Joke as the best. Actually showed how fucked up the Joker is, at the same time giving him some humanity.

[Grad]

Batman Hush is good. The Riddler is one of the main villains.

[mht]

Nolan better not drive JGL to real life death due to deep character or I'll be fucking real pissed.


I'd imagine JGL doing something similar work ethic wise to equal/top Heath's Joker character role. They better watch him 24/7 outside of the set.

[Jason Tate]

Great novel, but I've always regarded The Killing Joke as the best. Actually showed how fucked up the Joker is, at the same time giving him some humanity.
I'd put Dark Victory above The Killing Joke.

[symbiote28]

A recast would be a historically stupid move.

yeah .. That is why im against it.

[itsmesean0630]

Nolan better not drive JGL to real life death due to deep character or I'll be fucking real pissed.


I'd imagine JGL doing something similar work ethic wise to equal/top Heath's Joker character role. They better watch him 24/7 outside of the set.
Seconded.

[s.t.e.v.e.n.]

Speaking of Batman books. I've not yet read any of them. Anyone know anyplace online that has scans possibly? I'd like to go get some, but frankly now that I'm thinking of it, I'd love to be able to read now ha.

[HogarthHughes]

I'm interested in how the next movie will wrap up Nolan's Bat-universe. It will be interesting to see how Batman can redeem himself in the eyes of Gotham's citizens while at the same time upholding Dent's legacy.

[sweetforever]

Long Halloween

The best Batman book - ever.

Amazing artwork in that book. I like the idea of JGL as the Riddler.

[Dr. Acula]

Might be old news I never heard about...what the FUCK? http://gothamakabatman3.blogspot.com/

[jwicklun]

Might be old news I never heard about...what the FUCK? http://gothamakabatman3.blogspot.com/

This is just as dumb as the Megan Fox/Eddie Murphy rumors.

[*crying stars*]

I can't believe I took the time to read that. That was not good.

[RonStoppable]

Nolan had said there would be no Penguin.

If there was to be one, it should be Philip Seymour Hoffman, though.

[Dr. Acula]

I can't believe I took the time to read that. That was not good.

Def not good...I saw Roger Ebert repost it on Twitter and that he had his doubts obviously...I just thought it was quite bizarre.

[showmethefever]

I wouldn't be opposed to JGL as The Riddler.

[batmannj]

As soon as I saw Jonah Hill attached to the top of that script page I figured it was fake.

I think the Penguin is ok, but Batman has villains in his rouge gallery that are a lot more compelling and will translate to film a lot easier.

[drudo182]

I was reading on one of the Batman wiki pages that Nolan originally intended for the Riddler to be the villain for The Dark Knight, but they instead obviously opted for the Joker. Wonder if this is true at all?

[Jason Tate]

Batman 3 May Do Almost Half Of Principal Photography In New Orleans (http://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.cinemablend.com/new/Batman-3-May-Do-Almost-Half-Of-Principal-Photography-In-New-Orleans-20057.html&sa=X&ei=3YthTJD_FI28sQPur9WZCA&ved=0CEMQqQIoATAC&usg=AFQjCNG78f2zzlONl85l2AVkue6dEF2 Iag)‎

[OurLadyCoolbean]

Does anybody agree that Black Mask should be in the film?? Not as a main villain, but he fits in perfectly with the whole mob setting.
And as much as I'd like to be surprised by the central villain in the next movie, I'd say the Riddler is probably the best way to go. Although, for some weird strange reason, I've always had a soft spot for the Mad Hatter. I can't see Nolan putting him in though.

[drudo182]

Just want Riddler but if you add another villain, Catwoman would make the most sense.

[s.t.e.v.e.n.]

I had a friend tell me he thinks Mr. Reese fro
TDK will be the riddler. Mr. Reese = Mysteries? Interesting thought at least.

[Ryan Rumsey]

I have never been into comics, but I wanted to know how Batman dies. So I researched it. So confused. Either he has died 5 different ways, or never has at all. I want to know more about his story without spending tons on money on comics.

[WakingTheMisery]

If they do Riddler, I'd love to see a Hush team-up down the road.

[Miss Heartcore]

Did anyone confirm or deny what's up with this picture?

Is that Heath or is that JGL?

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_l72jheXjUq1qzx5vqo1_400.jpg

[Recovery Room]

Haha, a horribly photoshopped JGL.

[colorlesscliche]

Yeah, that's from Inception.

http://i275.photobucket.com/albums/jj282/1483hm/man%20candy/StarsSetInceptionLosAngeles2MMuG611 .jpg

[Miss Heartcore]

Okay cool. Saw some people freaking out about it and wondered what it was about.

[Recovery Room]

Okay cool. Saw some people freaking out about it and wondered what it was about.
Filming for the next Batman is rumored to start in April (they haven't even announced any casting yet) so legit photos won't be leaking until around then.

[Drew Beringer]

plus Nolan has stated he is not going to re-cast the role of the Joker.