The next Batman movie has an official title. The summer of 2012 is shaping up to be an amazing summer for movies: next Trek, next Bats, Avengers, etc.
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1345836/ (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1345836/)
"The Dark Knight Rises" are you sure that not the porn version title!
LOL! It is kind of an odd title in a way. But I'm sure the movie is going to be great.
NOPE - not going to open that up. Don't want to know anything really at this point. I am tempted to even delete the info. Do others want me to leave it up?
I read it, but I don't really care all that much.
And it is in a Spoiler tag, so unless someone suffers from a lack of impulse control...
Oh no!
First we get Wikileaks and now we have.... Battyleaks!!! ;)
Careful your provider doesn't pull the site for hosting this Rico! Lol
Funny thing is I just finally watched Christian Bale in "American Psycho" last night. I can see some early shades of Bruce Wayne and Batman in that movie from 10 years ago.
Quote from: Rico on December 16, 2010, 10:03:15 AM
Funny thing is I just finally watched Christian Bale in "American Psycho" last night. I can see some early shades of Bruce Wayne and Batman in that movie from 10 years ago.
That was one screwy movie!
So...my question is: how long did it take before your "buddy" got canned for emailing a protected script? I always thought that stealing scripts that are in production was, well, wrong and dishonest? I think if I was a member of WB and someone stole that script and leaked it...I'd not only be firing someone, but seeking legal action. Just my opinion. I know this is a place for all of us "geeks" to get together and share, but I really don't think sharing a stolen script is right...I side with Rico, I think it should be removed.
Well, let's face it, a lot of pre-release info on any project is effectively "stolen" proprietary information which rockets around the net and a lot of us read and discuss without so much as a by your leave or considering the source and making a judgement call. This instance is just a bit more honest about it.
Most things posted here on the forum we try to keep on the up and up with regards to pre-movie stuff. When I saw this post (still haven't looked), I tried to think what people might think if someone posted the story or script to the next Trek movie that's still 1.5 years away? You can be sure I would have taken that down right away. Trailers, posters and some set pics are one thing. Anyway, anyone else care to chime in on this?
Since you haven't opened it, it's a brief description of the movie and some of the characters/actors. It's not a copy of the script. It's pretty benign, IMO.
Now, if we want to debate the "rightness" of some stealing intellectual property and posting that on the internet, that's a different kettle of fish. Just out of curiosity, why would it being a Trek film make a difference?
Bryan...Treks In Sci-Fi. Silly.
Quote from: QuadShot on December 16, 2010, 11:40:38 AM
Bryan...Treks In Sci-Fi. Silly.
Duh! (Slaps hand to forehead). :D
Quote from: Bryancd on December 16, 2010, 11:48:00 AM
Quote from: QuadShot on December 16, 2010, 11:40:38 AM
Bryan...Treks In Sci-Fi. Silly.
Duh! (Slaps hand to forehead). :D
Yep - that's exactly why. I wouldn't want to spread around something to spoil it for anyone - especially related to "Star Trek." Or even have the temptation there for them. It would be like working as a store Santa and telling every kid that sits on your lap that Santa isn't real. Whoops - should I spoiler box that?! ;)
...or working at the Apple store and telling people Steve Jobs hates kittens...
WHAT?!?!?!! NOT THE REAL SANTA? AHRREHGGGG! What a CRAPPY DAY!
WHAT?!?! STEVE JOBS HATES KITTENS???!!! Man, this really IS a crappy day!!
:roflmao :roflmao
What's the purpose of having a spoiler tag if not to keep someone from seeing it? If there wasn't a spoiler tag, perhaps, but I think that anything that is tagged a spoiler should stay up regardless if it's the next batman, star trek, or muppets movie.
Either have no spoiler ever allowed or let the tag do what it's supposed to do.
I also agree with Bryan's question about why it being a Trek movie would make a difference? I'm not seeing the correlation.
I've already said most of this, but let me take us even more off track in this thread.
First, spoiler tags typically hide something about a recent TV show or movie that you have seen. They are generally things that are real facts and comments, but others who have not seen the show or movie might not want to know yet. The item in question here wasn't that. It was information for a film from a questionable source about a film months and months out. It doesn't matter a lot now since Bryan has said there isn't much really under the tag. But, from the comments in that first post I was led to believe the entire upcoming film plot was laid out. And that is something I think that requires something more than just a simple spoiler tag.
As far as why it would be different if it was Trek, it's really simple. This forum and site were created primarily to share our enjoyment for "Star Trek." I don't think it would be appropriate for a site such as this to have something that could potentially cause damage to that core idea. It would be like having the script for the next Trek film posted over at www.startrek.com (http://www.startrek.com) 18 months before the film comes out. It's just not right. Anyway, probably should have just let this whole thing alone, but I hope this explains what I mean better for you.
(almost kicking myself for this...)
X, you fail to understand one thing: no matter what, in the end, this is RICO'S forum. If he decides to take something down, it's law. Now, spoiler isn't the issue here. The issue is the fact that someone (may have) stolen a script from an upcoming movie and posted details here. I'm not pointing fingers, merely pointing out the FACT that "I", ME...don't feel it is honest or right to steal a script from a movie company and post details of that script anywhere. "I", "ME", only speaking for those personalities that reside within my head, feel that anyone who steals said property, intellectual, physical, or otherwise, should be terminated from said company AND all legal recourse be sought. Just my feelings...
Quote from: Rico on December 16, 2010, 02:00:26 PM
I've already said most of this, but let me take us even more off track in this thread.
Too late, Al and I already accomplished that! :)
I hear what you are saying Rico, but I actually agree with Chris. Of course, as Al correctly points out, you are 100% within your right to moderate the forum as you see fit and you have always kept a steady and accommodating hand in that regard much to your credit. If it was my party, I think I would draw the line is someone posted copyrighted, protected material which was illegally acquired and posted here even with a spoiler tag. If there is even the whiff of impropriety or legal consequence, that dog don't hunt. But I don't know that I concur on your definition of what constitutes a spoiler and what is or is not appropriate. However, I don't care about spoilers, so it's not a hot button issue for me personally.
Quote from: QuadShot on December 16, 2010, 02:01:06 PM
(almost kicking myself for this...)
X, you fail to understand one thing: no matter what, in the end, this is RICO'S forum. If he decides to take something down, it's law. Now, spoiler isn't the issue here. The issue is the fact that someone (may have) stolen a script from an upcoming movie and posted details here. I'm not pointing fingers, merely pointing out the FACT that "I", ME...don't feel it is honest or right to steal a script from a movie company and post details of that script anywhere. "I", "ME", only speaking for those personalities that reside within my head, feel that anyone who steals said property, intellectual, physical, or otherwise, should be terminated from said company AND all legal recourse be sought. Just my feelings...
I know it's Rico's forum, but he asked the question and I tried to answer it to the best of my ability and give the reasons for my opinion. Thus my chiming in. I didn't fail to understand, merely answered a question.
I also get what Rico said a few lines above. For me, the spoiler tag has always be a "look at your own risk" sort of thing. Regardless if it's fact or some off the wall speculation, you have to make a choice to look in the tag. Which is much better than getting spoiled by trying to look into a subject and a search result ruins things.
Spoiler tags are the condoms of the internet. If you don't use one, you don't know what you'll catch and you shouldn't remove one unless you are prepared for the consequences.
I remove it myself save all the fuss,it was only an outline of what character would be in the new movie and bit of plot device stuff
which in a few months will be out in public domain( february) if it true all not I don't know.
It is after all only a movie still nice little debate about censorship.
[spoiler]Batman is Bruce Wayne[/spoiler]
Quote from: loutzee on December 16, 2010, 03:26:14 PM
I remove it myself save all the fuss,it was only an outline of what character would be in the new movie and bit of plot device stuff
which in a few months will be out in public domain( february) if it true all not I don't know.
It is after all only a movie still nice little debate about censorship.
[spoiler]Batman is Bruce Wayne[/spoiler]
LOL!! You got me!!
I think as long as the information is in a spoiler it's OK by me. I don't have to click the link (and I have not) but if I do the onus falls on me not on the person posting. Even if the spoiler was Trek related it wouldn't matter to me. If someone wanted the information it would be available somewhere if not here. Don't blame the one who is just sharing or informing members. Like I said the onus falls on me.
Kevin
wow.. how did I miss this thread all day.. anyways.. it's all a mute point now that it's gone.
The conversation which ensued was much more interesting then the actual spoiler.
Quote from: Geekyfanboy on December 16, 2010, 06:22:21 PM
wow.. how did I miss this thread all day.. anyways.. it's all a mute point now that it's gone.
I put up again just for you....errr...second thoughts better not,don't want people chasing me down with there pitchforks on their high horses:).
spirited debate is the soul of the net hopefully.
"spoiler tags are the condoms of the Internet". X...THAT comment I truly LOVE!!:) Great one brother!
Loutzee, oh please...I've NEVER gone after anyone with a pitchfork while riding a high horse. That's just asking for trouble. I mean, have you ever SEEN a horse high? NO WAY you even want to get close to it with a pitchfork dude!
Again, I don't know what that spoiler box contained (and still don't want to know), but this has been now reported at several sites online:
[spoiler]Star Trek" alum Tom Hardy will reportedly not be playing the villain Hugo Strange in Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight Rises"...[/spoiler]
Quote from: QuadShot on December 16, 2010, 07:54:22 PM
Loutzee, oh please...I've NEVER gone after anyone with a pitchfork while riding a high horse. That's just asking for trouble. I mean, have you ever SEEN a horse high? NO WAY you even want to get close to it with a pitchfork dude!
Don't be afraid of high horse if your on the moral high ground(if the ground wasn't so steep I would be up there more)
As it now widely reported on many a site it does look to be more untrue and is the result of the new game Batman Arkham City,
who would ever have thought that misinformation would happen on the net(shock!!!).
The game looks very cool
Batman: Arkham City 'Hugo Strange Trailer' TRUE-HD QUALITY (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dlXy7mKX1Iw#ws)
I love comic book movies. I see one problem with this next sequel. There is no way it can live up to Heath Ledger. I think Ledger totally stole the show in the last film and made that movie.
Anne Hathaway to Play Selina Kyle in The Dark Knight Rises
Source: Warner Bros. Pictures
January 19, 2011
Warner Bros. Pictures announced today that Anne Hathaway has been cast as Selina Kyle (AKA Catwoman) in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises. She will be starring alongside Christian Bale, who returns in the title role of Bruce Wayne/Batman.
Christopher Nolan stated, "I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Anne Hathaway, who will be a fantastic addition to our ensemble as we complete our story."
In addition, Tom Hardy has been set to play Bane. Nolan said, "I am delighted to be working with Tom again and excited to watch him bring to life our new interpretation of one of Batman's most formidable enemies."
Nolan will direct the film from a screenplay he wrote with Jonathan Nolan, from a story by Christopher Nolan and David S. Goyer. Nolan will also produce the film with his longtime producing partner, Emma Thomas, and Charles Roven.
The Dark Knight Rises is slated for release on July 20, 2012. The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.
Read more: Anne Hathaway to Play Selina Kyle in The Dark Knight Rises - ComingSoon.net http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=73379#ixzz1BVwxSF00 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=73379#ixzz1BVwxSF00)
That's cool news. I can see Anne as Catwoman/Selina. Tom Hardy as Bane I'm having more trouble with. Hardy is not a big guy. Bane nearly killed Batman in the comics. You know who would be good as Bane - The Rock. Oh well, Nolan has done good so far by me so I'll see how this plays out.
Rico, have you seen Tom Hardy in Bronson. Check these trailers out for it and i think your opinion may change a bit. Forget his role in Trek.
Bronson - Official Trailer [HD] (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KKC-FKGMeCY#ws)
BRONSON Trailer : Released 13th MARCH 2009 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMJ1c3qxOWc#ws)
Oh, Hardy can act but he's still too small and too short for Bane in my view. These pics will give you an idea of what I mean. The action figures are the same scale.
Hmm i see what you mean height wise but i still have confidence in Hardy, lets face it the hobbits are not three foot in real life but that was pulled off in LOTR
in fact i think this could be another case of the opposite actor stealing the show from Bale.
Quote from: HawkeyeMeds on January 19, 2011, 02:31:14 PM
Hmm i see what you mean height wise but i still have confidence in Hardy, lets face it the hobbits are not three foot in real life but that was pulled off in LOTR
in fact i think this could be another case of the opposite actor stealing the show from Bale.
Oh, very true. They can certainly do a lot these days in terms of effects work. Heck, if you can make Jeff Bridges look 25 again then anything is possible. It will be interesting to see what they do with the Bane character. He isn't nearly as multi-dimensional as the Joker. Basically he's a big brute.
Yeah I think they are going to have to flesh him out a bit.
Quote from: HawkeyeMeds on January 19, 2011, 03:56:33 PM
Yeah I think they are going to have to flesh him out a bit.
In more ways than one. ;)
In the comics Bane is a shrimpy sized guy when he's not juiced up on whatever that stuff is pumped through those tubes stuck in his chest. I imagine they'll be using special effects when he is "hulked out".
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on January 20, 2011, 06:53:37 AM
In the comics Bane is a shrimpy sized guy when he's not juiced up on whatever that stuff is pumped through those tubes stuck in his chest. I imagine they'll be using special effects when he is "hulked out".
The problem is that they haven't used that for years. Currently, he's a pretty big dude from south america and hasn't been on Venom for a while.
Quote from: X on January 20, 2011, 07:04:47 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on January 20, 2011, 06:53:37 AM
In the comics Bane is a shrimpy sized guy when he's not juiced up on whatever that stuff is pumped through those tubes stuck in his chest. I imagine they'll be using special effects when he is "hulked out".
The problem is that they haven't used that for years. Currently, he's a pretty big dude from south america and hasn't been on Venom for a while.
How is that a problem, these movies don't follow any kind of comics continuity that I am aware of?
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on January 20, 2011, 08:05:56 AM
Quote from: X on January 20, 2011, 07:04:47 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on January 20, 2011, 06:53:37 AM
In the comics Bane is a shrimpy sized guy when he's not juiced up on whatever that stuff is pumped through those tubes stuck in his chest. I imagine they'll be using special effects when he is "hulked out".
The problem is that they haven't used that for years. Currently, he's a pretty big dude from south america and hasn't been on Venom for a while.
How is that a problem, these movies don't follow any kind of comics continuity that I am aware of?
I think I'm a little annoyed that they couldn't or didn't attempt to cast with the character's racial background in mind. I ignored that they didn't make Ra's Arabic, but I find it an odd choice that they are changing the races of Batman's only two non white major villains. I also misspoke about south america, he's from a Spanish influenced Caribbean island. I think that there are a lot of great actors out there that could have played either role and been of the correct race, but it's like Hollywood doesn't even try anymore. They pick people that they want to have a job and ignore the people that could do it. Then they justify it by saying it's about not working with unknowns or some other excuse that only works because you create the situation for it. Well, I think the acting pool of major talents would be larger if they actually gave the people a chance.
Quote from: X on January 20, 2011, 08:25:34 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on January 20, 2011, 08:05:56 AM
Quote from: X on January 20, 2011, 07:04:47 AM
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on January 20, 2011, 06:53:37 AM
In the comics Bane is a shrimpy sized guy when he's not juiced up on whatever that stuff is pumped through those tubes stuck in his chest. I imagine they'll be using special effects when he is "hulked out".
The problem is that they haven't used that for years. Currently, he's a pretty big dude from south america and hasn't been on Venom for a while.
How is that a problem, these movies don't follow any kind of comics continuity that I am aware of?
I think I'm a little annoyed that they couldn't or didn't attempt to cast with the character's racial background in mind. I ignored that they didn't make Ra's Arabic, but I find it an odd choice that they are changing the races of Batman's only two non white major villains. I also misspoke about south america, he's from a Spanish influenced Caribbean island. I think that there are a lot of great actors out there that could have played either role and been of the correct race, but it's like Hollywood doesn't even try anymore. They pick people that they want to have a job and ignore the people that could do it. Then they justify it by saying it's about not working with unknowns or some other excuse that only works because you create the situation for it. Well, I think the acting pool of major talents would be larger if they actually gave the people a chance.
Something a friend of mine noted about movies is that it seems like only animated films will try different actors than norm. Obviously not always the case, but it sure seems like they try to.
King
Quote from: X on January 20, 2011, 08:25:34 AM
I think I'm a little annoyed that they couldn't or didn't attempt to cast with the character's racial background in mind. I ignored that they didn't make Ra's Arabic, but I find it an odd choice that they are changing the races of Batman's only two non white major villains. I also misspoke about south america, he's from a Spanish influenced Caribbean island. I think that there are a lot of great actors out there that could have played either role and been of the correct race, but it's like Hollywood doesn't even try anymore. They pick people that they want to have a job and ignore the people that could do it. Then they justify it by saying it's about not working with unknowns or some other excuse that only works because you create the situation for it. Well, I think the acting pool of major talents would be larger if they actually gave the people a chance.
I hear you, but with a billion dollars on the line I can kind of understand. What did you think of Michael Clarke Duncan as the Kingpin or Sam Jackson as Nick Fury?
Quote from: Jobydrone4of20 on January 20, 2011, 08:32:34 AM
Quote from: X on January 20, 2011, 08:25:34 AM
I think I'm a little annoyed that they couldn't or didn't attempt to cast with the character's racial background in mind. I ignored that they didn't make Ra's Arabic, but I find it an odd choice that they are changing the races of Batman's only two non white major villains. I also misspoke about south america, he's from a Spanish influenced Caribbean island. I think that there are a lot of great actors out there that could have played either role and been of the correct race, but it's like Hollywood doesn't even try anymore. They pick people that they want to have a job and ignore the people that could do it. Then they justify it by saying it's about not working with unknowns or some other excuse that only works because you create the situation for it. Well, I think the acting pool of major talents would be larger if they actually gave the people a chance.
I hear you, but with a billion dollars on the line I can kind of understand. What did you think of Michael Clarke Duncan as the Kingpin or Sam Jackson as Nick Fury?
I didn't like Duncan in the role and as for sam ... Well, when they remake the character for the ultimates line and base it on you, then years later they ask you to play the role, I don't see a problem with that. That wasn't a simple Hollywood decision, it was one they made in regards to some of the iron man source material out there.
Fan poster....I repeat...fan poster. But I really like it!
These are popping up all over the place.. here are two more "FAN" made posters
Woah that last one looks awesome :D
Latest word out is actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt has joined the cast now. No word on what character he will be playing.
Perhaps he's playing Dick Grayson and/or Robin??
http://www.deadline.com/2011/02/joseph-gordon-levitt-in-talks-to-join-the-dark-knight-rises/ (http://www.deadline.com/2011/02/joseph-gordon-levitt-in-talks-to-join-the-dark-knight-rises/)
Seems he would make a good Riddler
Tom Hardy has just been on Alan Carrs chatty man programme and talked a little bit about his new role in Batman, he couldnt say much but he said they begin filming in May and that he has to bulk up to 13 to 14 stone in weight (about 196 pounds), he is about 12 stone at the moment and he already looks quite big.
And I thought our measures of weight were weird. How much does a stone weigh? Does someone own these stones?? Maybe the queen??? ;)
Quote from: Rico on February 21, 2011, 02:58:01 PM
And I thought our measures of weight were weird. How much does a stone weigh? Does someone own these stones?? Maybe the queen??? ;)
Lol for some reason when measuring weight we still aren't 100% metric (despite the EU pushing for it). I understand 'stones' much better than kilos or even pounds.
Oh, we are far from metric over here. Since I work in the sciences, I can pretty easily use "English" units or metric. But we pretty much use pounds or kilograms. Never heard stones used for weight over here.
LOl one stone is 14 pounds (6.350 kgs ) crazy stones.
Quote from: HawkeyeMeds on February 21, 2011, 03:14:41 PM
LOl one stone is 14 pounds (6.350 kgs ) crazy stones.
Yeah I bet you got an app for that! ;)
Interesting...
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_%28Imperial_mass%29 (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_%28Imperial_mass%29)
Lol I think this thread has taken a slight tangent....
Ok, to get us back on Bat-Track, here's a cool picture of director Chris Nolan and the Bat-signal. :batman
Quote from: HawkeyeMeds on February 21, 2011, 02:35:47 PM
Tom Hardy has just been on Alan Carrs chatty man programme and talked a little bit about his new role in Batman, he couldnt say much but he said they begin filming in May and that he has to bulk up to 13 to 14 stone in weight (about 196 pounds), he is about 12 stone at the moment and he already looks quite big.
I'm trying to go the other way, 13+ stone down to 12 :D
Oh, sorry, were we back to batman?
A bit of news...
A surprise bit of casting has placed Josh Pence in a supporting role in The Dark Knight Rises. The Hollywood Reporter claims that Pence will play Ra's al Ghul in the conclusion of Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy.
The original story suggests that al Ghul, who was played in Batman Begins by Liam Neeson, will appear in flashbacks that are set three decades in the past.
Pence, who appears in the upcoming Battleship (opposite Neeson), also appeared in last year's The Social Network as the body of Tyler Winklevoss (his face was digitally replace with that of Armie Hammer).
Though unconfirmed, the appearance of the character would support rumors that Talia al Ghul, his daughter, may be a featured villain.
The Dark Knight Rises will enter production shortly in Pittsburgh and is set to feature the return of Christian Bale, Michael Caine and Gary Oldman, along with roles for Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Juno Temple. It is set for release on July 20, 2012.
Read more: Josh Pence Joins The Dark Knight Rises - ComingSoon.net http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=76188#ixzz1J1wEaCOJ (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=76188#ixzz1J1wEaCOJ)
Michael Caine and Gary Oldman? COOL. Sounds like the film will have some heavy-hitters. :)
Bane...
http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/167341-activity-on-the-official-the-dark-knight-rises-site (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/167341-activity-on-the-official-the-dark-knight-rises-site)
Pretty cool licensing image here. Simple - elegant.
other images from other licenses here:
http://www.comingsoon.net/imageGallery/Licensing_International_Expo_1 (http://www.comingsoon.net/imageGallery/Licensing_International_Expo_1)
Looks like we might be getting a little teaser trailer for this film with Harry Potter next week.
SuperHeroHype reports that the teaser trailer and teaser poster for Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Rises is set to hit theaters with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 next week! They are hearing that the teaser trailer is a minute and 33 seconds long and will play in 3D theaters, 2D theaters and IMAX 3D screens.
You can also expect the first trailer for Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows and new trailer for Happy Feet Two to hit theaters with the "Harry Potter" finale. The first trailer for Contagion is also expected to be released, but not with "Harry Potter."
Opening in theaters on July 20, 2012, The Dark Knight Rises stars Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Marion Cotillard, Juno Temple, Josh Pence, Daniel Sunjata, Nestor Carbonell, Matthew Modine, Tom Conti, Joey King, Brett Cullen, Chris Ellis and Josh Stewart.
Read more: The Dark Knight Rises Teaser Trailer & Poster Coming! - ComingSoon.net http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=79604#ixzz1ReY9mxV0 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=79604#ixzz1ReY9mxV0)
Looks like Adam West may be making a cameo appearence in this film.
http://www.nme.com/filmandtv/news/adam-west-to-make-an-appearance-in-the-dark-knight/222563 (http://www.nme.com/filmandtv/news/adam-west-to-make-an-appearance-in-the-dark-knight/222563)
Here's the first teaser poster
(http://www.darkhorizons.com/assets/0015/2294/p1.jpg)
That poster looks like Inception meets Batman.
Yeah..Incepman, or...Batception. :)
The short teaser trailer played before we saw "Harry Potter." Does a nice job of teasing us a little and giving a few clues about the film. Can't wait!
(below is a pretty weak camera version of the teaser on Youtube if you want to see it)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAmnZaWPOhk# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gAmnZaWPOhk#)
Filmed in IMAX ah sweet.
Much better version of the trailer!
The Dark Knight Rises Official Trailer [HD] (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-Sktgm0aD8#ws)
I remember seeing a topic for DKR somwhere but cundt find it so just started my own for this....
http://whatculture.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/article-2020947-0D3F186900000578-42_634x759.jpg (http://whatculture.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/article-2020947-0D3F186900000578-42_634x759.jpg)
First glimpse of Anne Hathaway as Cat Woman
Why is she on the Bat-Bike?????
I loved Micelle Pfiffer's Catwoman.
Here's some paparazzi photos (BTW.. that's Anne Stunt Double)
Sweet photos. The trailer would lead one to believe that they're going to kill off Batman. I hope they just mean they're ending the Nolan version(s).
Well, Batman
[spoiler]does get his back broken by Bane. At least, in the novel Knightfall, he did. Then Jean Paul Valley takes up the mantle. So, knowing that, the scene in the trailer with Gordon in the hospital bed telling someone Batman HAS to go on makes sense. I think at this point (probably near the end of the new film), Bruce, his back now broken, tells Gordon who he was and Gordon tells him somehow Batman must continue. Maybe Joseph Gordon Levitt will play Jean Paul?[/spoiler]
Thanks, Al. That makes sense.
[spoiler] I was not a big fan of "Knightfall" in general so I am hoping this is not the case.[/spoiler]
Quote from: Bryancd on August 05, 2011, 08:05:44 AM
I loved Micelle Pfiffer's Catwoman.
She made that movie.
Cool pics! I think Anne is going to make a great Catwoman.
I've got such a thing for Anne Hathaway, looking forward to this.
Quote from: billybob476 on August 05, 2011, 10:09:01 AM
I've got such a thing for Anne Hathaway, looking forward to this.
Oh yeah? Lol
She's actually not a bad actress too! :)
Quote from: Rico on August 05, 2011, 10:07:52 AM
Cool pics! I think Anne is going to make a great Catwoman.
I hope you're right. She can do the Selena Kyle girl next door, no problem. She's going to have to dig deep for dangerous and crazy.
But then again, Nolan did cast Christian Bale as Batman. :-)
Quote from: Darmok on August 05, 2011, 03:01:15 PM
Quote from: Rico on August 05, 2011, 10:07:52 AM
Cool pics! I think Anne is going to make a great Catwoman.
I hope you're right. She can do the Selena Kyle girl next door, no problem. She's going to have to dig deep for dangerous and crazy.
But then again, Nolan did cast Christian Bale as Batman. :-)
And it turned out Bale actually is dangerous and crazy!
Quote from: Bryancd on August 05, 2011, 03:36:36 PM
Quote from: Darmok on August 05, 2011, 03:01:15 PM
Quote from: Rico on August 05, 2011, 10:07:52 AM
Cool pics! I think Anne is going to make a great Catwoman.
I hope you're right. She can do the Selena Kyle girl next door, no problem. She's going to have to dig deep for dangerous and crazy.
But then again, Nolan did cast Christian Bale as Batman. :-)
And it turned out Bale actually is dangerous and crazy!
So, maybe he knows something about Anne Hathaway that I don't.
Watch Anne in "Rachel Getting Married" to see some of her acting chops. And Catwoman isn't ever really crazy in the comics - just dangerous, seductive and a bit obsessive.
Something to watch on Netflix.
Heres a slideshow of some filming showing Bats fighting Bane. Ive also heard some of Banes dialogue but the quality is poor and muffled because Tom is speaking through his mask, he'll obviously over dub later on.
[spoiler]The Dark Knight Rises Set Photos (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gP4PxUi3QX8#ws)[/spoiler]
A couple pics of Bale and Hathaway while filming the movie.
Oooh, Anne looks great. Very 40's Vogue Magazine.
I agree she looks awesome here, great fashion choice.
Quote from: Darmok on October 03, 2011, 08:04:04 PM
Oooh, Anne looks great. Very 40's Vogue Magazine.
Very Selina Kyle too. (aka Catwoman) Meow!
Quote from: Rico on October 04, 2011, 05:04:14 AM
Quote from: Darmok on October 03, 2011, 08:04:04 PM
Oooh, Anne looks great. Very 40's Vogue Magazine.
Very Selina Kyle too. (aka Catwoman) Meow!
What part do you see as Selina Kyle with that picture?
Classy.
Quote from: Rico on October 04, 2011, 10:02:01 AM
Classy.
Oh! Yeah, Catwoman never stuck me as classy, but I could see that.
"Meow!" :wub
more here:
http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/168470-hathaway-in-full-catwoman-costume-on-the-dark-knight-rises-set (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/168470-hathaway-in-full-catwoman-costume-on-the-dark-knight-rises-set)
Quote from: Rico on October 16, 2011, 09:28:19 AM
"Meow!" :wub
more here:
http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/168470-hathaway-in-full-catwoman-costume-on-the-dark-knight-rises-set (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/168470-hathaway-in-full-catwoman-costume-on-the-dark-knight-rises-set)
Wow, Anne Hathaway looks bloody HOT in that costume!!!
Meow indeed. :)
King
Here's an interesting little rumor:
/Film has posted an interesting rumor that Warner Bros. Pictures is planning on showing a six-minute prologue for The Dark Knight Rises with Paramount Pictures' early release of Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol in IMAX theaters on December 16 (the film has its general release on Dec. 21).
It would be a similar situation as The Dark Knight, from which Warner Bros. attached the opening sequence to the Will Smith hit I Am Legend in IMAX theaters in December of 2007.
We should be seeing a press release about this soon if this is indeed confirmed. We're also assuming a new trailer for The Dark Knight Rises will be attached to Warner Bros.' own Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows on Dec. 21, but that also is not confirmed yet.
The Dark Knight Rises opens in theaters on July 20, 2012.
Some more pics at the link below:
http://shockyapr.com/?p=170 (http://shockyapr.com/?p=170)
Lots of new images here from the film - including the Batwing and what looks like a bomb (maybe made by Bane).
http://sciencefiction.com/2011/10/31/the-batwing-and-banes-doomsday-machine-on-the-dark-knight-rises-set/ (http://sciencefiction.com/2011/10/31/the-batwing-and-banes-doomsday-machine-on-the-dark-knight-rises-set/)
Just a crazy load of images here from the movie. Some might be a tiny touch spoilery.
http://www.gettyimages.com/Search/Search.aspx?contractUrl=2&language=en-US&family=editorial&assetType=image&p=dark+knight+rises (http://www.gettyimages.com/Search/Search.aspx?contractUrl=2&language=en-US&family=editorial&assetType=image&p=dark+knight+rises)
Wow some awesome imagies there. :D
Seems like filming has wrapped after about 179 days of production on this movie. Now, we wait for July,.... :batman
http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/168855-the-dark-knight-rises-wraps (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/168855-the-dark-knight-rises-wraps)
Couple new shots here of Batman and Bane on Empire magazine covers.
http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=84419 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=84419)
Looking forward to seeing what Tom does with Bane. Amazing actor.
Ooo this in interesting. I've put it in a spoiler tag just to be safe.
[spoiler]. After posting the cover images from their new story about The Dark Knight Rises, Empire Online has finally revealed a few details from the story itself, including one very small but very important tidbit that might change the way we anticipate this movie entirely. According to Christopher Nolan himself, The Dark Knight Rises doesn't pick up where The Dark Knight left off, with Batman on the run and Commissioner Gordon rebuilding Gotham; it takes place eight years later. Here's what Nolan told them:
"It's really all about finishing Batman and Bruce Wayne's story. We left him in a very precarious place. Perhaps surprisingly for some people, our story picks up quite a bit later, eight years after The Dark Knight. So he's an older Bruce Wayne; he's not in a great state.
You've got to love how Nolan understates how important this information is, claiming it is "perhaps surprising" that the movie takes place after an eight-year jump. In all the rampant speculation about The Dark Knight Rises that started pretty much the moment the last film came to theaters, I don't think many people ever really considered that the sequel would jump ahead so far in time. The leap does help take care of a number of narrative problems, though, from the fact that Batman on the run and in hiding wouldn't have made for much of a movie to simply eliminating Heath Ledger's The Joker from the story-- he was left alive and dangling from a building in The Dark Knight, but with eight years gone by there won't really be any reason for the citizens of Gotham to wonder where the crazy painted man went.
Tom Hardy also talked a little bit about the brutality of Bane, including some pretty detailed descriptions of exactly the ways in which his character causes pain. Here's a fairly graphic little snippet:
Anything from small-joint manipulation to crushing skulls, crushing rib cages, stamping on shins and knees and necks and collarbones and snapping heads off and tearing his fists through chests, ripping out spinal columns. He is a terrorist in mentality as well as brutal action."
Ouch. You can read more at Empire, but stick around here to participate in some good old-fashioned speculation. What is this eight-year jump going to mean for the movie? How will The Bat have changed? And how are we expected to wait until next summer to find out all these answers?
B [/spoiler]
Some pics and info at the link below:
http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=84632 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=84632)
If there is a city listed near you on the list below you will be able to see the 6 minute prologue to this Batman film with the Mission Impossible movie opening on Dec. 16th in select IMAX theaters. I might just have to go check this out!
Market - Theatre - City
Austin, TX - IMAX Theater Austin - Austin
Boston, MA - Jordan's IMAX - Natick
Boston, MA - IMAX 3D Theatre in Reading - Reading
Calgary, AB - Scotiabank Theatre Chinook 16 - Calgary
Chantilly, VA/Washington, DC - Udvar-Hazy Center IMAX - Chantilly
Chicago, IL - Navy Pier IMAX Theatre - Chicago
Des Moines, IA - SCI IMAX Dome Theater - Des Moines
Detroit, MI - Henry Ford IMAX - Dearborn
Edmonton, AB - Scotiabank Theatre Edmonton - Edmonton
Harrisburg, PA - Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts - Harrisburg
Houston, TX - Houston Marq*e Stadium 22 + IMAX - Houston
Indianapolis - White River IMAX - Indianapolis
Los Angeles, CA - Irvine Spectrum 20 + IMAX - Irvine
Los Angeles, CA - RAVE 18 + IMAX - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA - Ontario Palace Stadium 22 + IMAX - Ontario
Los Angeles, CA - Citywalk Stadium 19 with IMAX - Universal City
Madison, WI - Star 18 Fitchburg with IMAX - Fitchburg
Miami, FL - AutoNation IMAX - Fort Lauderdale
Minneapolis, MN - Great Clips IMAX - Apple Valley
Montreal, QC - Cinema Banque Scotia Montreal - Montreal
Nashville,TN - Opry Mills Stadium 20 + IMAX - Nashville
New York, NY - Lincoln Square 13 with IMAX - New York
New York, NY - Palisades IMAX - West Nyack
Omaha, NE - Star Cinema 16 with IMAX - Council Bluffs
Orlando, FL - Pointe Orlando Stadium 20 + IMAX - Orlando
Ottawa, ON - Silvercity Gloucester + IMAX - Gloucester
Palm Springs - Desert IMAX Theatre - Cathedral City
Philadelphia, PA - IMAX & the Tropicana - Atlantic City
Philadelphia, PA - Tuttleman IMAX–Franklin Institute - Philadelphia
Phoenix, AZ - Arizona Mills 25 with IMAX - Tempe
Providence, RI - Providence Place 16 with IMAX - Providence
Quebec City, QC - IMAX Le Theatre At Quebec - Quebec City
Sacramento, CA - Esquire IMAX - Sacramento
San Antonio, TX - IMAX at RiverCenter - San Antonio
San Francisco, CA - Metreon 16 with IMAX & ETX - San Francisco
Seattle, WA - Boeing IMAX–Pacific Science Center - Seattle
Tampa, FL - Museum of Science and Industry - Tampa
Toronto, ON - Coliseum 12 Mississauga + IMAX - Mississauga
Toronto, ON - Scotiabank Theatre Toronto + IMAX - Toronto
Toronto, ON - Colossus 18 Woodbridge + IMAX - Woodbridge-Vaughan
Vancouver, BC - Colossus Langley + IMAX - Langley
Vancouver, BC - Silvercity Riverport 18 + IMAX - Richmond
Below is a list of the theatres in the UK in which the Prologue of "The Dark Knight Rises" will be revealed on December 21st:
UK - BFI London - London
UK - National Media Museum IMAX - Bradford
UK - Glasgow Science Centre IMAX Cinema - Glasgow
UK - Odeon Manchester IMAX @ The Printworks - Manchester
http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=84786 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=84786)
Cool, thanks for the List Rico, My City is actually getting this, so will have to check it out in IMAX.
Seems the Dark Knight Rises publicity folks are hard at work. Check this fake document floating around online.
http://www.wired.com/underwire/2011/12/leonid-pavel/ (http://www.wired.com/underwire/2011/12/leonid-pavel/)
Latest teaser poster.
I got to see the Prologue last night.. it was fun..got me even more excited for next summer.
Official trailer. Oh Yes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
http://youtu.be/GokKUqLcvD8 (http://youtu.be/GokKUqLcvD8)
Bring it on, I want to see this movie!
King
HOLY MOTHER OF GOD.
Looks OK. ;)
Very cool trailer. I like how it has a very different feel and tone from what we have seen before. Movie looks like it will be unique and different. Can't wait! :batman
New pic on the cover of this Friday's EW Magazine and an article inside too.
So looking forward to this the only issue I have is still rotting Batmans cowl, I know it's along the armour point but no way could you look left and right when crossing the road.
Actually he can twist his neck left and right quite a bit. If you look at the pic, there is a more flexible neck piece area. They improved on this greatly while making the first Bale Batman movie since he complained about that exact issue.
I have never been a big fan of the Nolan Batman's look...it's never looked quite right to me. I actually think theyt nailed the "movie" suit in Batman Forever, merits of the actual movie aside. At last with this one its not just BLACK, there's some grayish areas.
Quote from: Chris-El on January 12, 2012, 02:40:06 PM
I have never been a big fan of the Nolan Batman's look...it's never looked quite right to me. I actually think theyt nailed the "movie" suit in Batman Forever, merits of the actual movie aside. At last with this one its not just BLACK, there's some grayish areas.
Initially, I didn't quite take to the suit either. I reasoned that this is Batman first starting out and the costume would evolve. I'm used to it at this point and appreciate more that this series tells some superior stories.
The movies are amazing. As far as a Batman arc, you couldn't ask fo rmore. It's more the 30 plus year comic fan in me griping.
Rico, I picked EW up yesterday. Haven't read it yet but did check out the pics. Cool!
Quote from: WillEagle on January 14, 2012, 07:15:52 AM
Rico, I picked EW up yesterday. Haven't read it yet but did check out the pics. Cool!
Yep, mine came in the mail too. Here are couple pics from the article that I snapped off my electronic version of EW that comes free to my iPad with my subscription!
Neat, how do you take screen captures from within the EW app, is that an iPad 2 feature or an app or what?
iPad screenshots at anytime - press the power button and the front 'home' button at the same time (takes some skill and practice to do that). You will see the screen sort of flash like a camera and make a shutter type noise. Then the pics are in your photos on the iPad. I think it works on both models. I use it often inside reading magazines, comics, web pages, etc.
Quote from: Rico on January 14, 2012, 03:08:03 PM
iPad screenshots at anytime - press the power button and the front 'home' button at the same time (takes some skill and practice to do that). You will see the screen sort of flash like a camera and make a shutter type noise. Then the pics are in your photos on the iPad. I think it works on both models. I use it often inside reading magazines, comics, web pages, etc.
wow, never tried this within apps or videos. Very cool!
New pic...
I wasn't sure about this Catwoman design, but, uh...I'm getting won over!
Looks like even Batman uses an iPad - or Batpad! ;)
more pics:
http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=89129 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=89129)
Hey WAIT! That's not Christian Bale...it's....it's...STEVE JOBS!!
Quote from: Chris-El on April 11, 2012, 05:42:19 PM
I wasn't sure about this Catwoman design, but, uh...I'm getting won over!
Dressed like that she wouldn't need a gun to make me do whatever she wanted!!!! HOT!!!! :taz
Another cool picture! :batman
The neck piece is so much better than from the previous films.
New trailer will be shown with "The Avengers" movie. So, new footage soon of this upcoming blockbuster. :)
Oh, yeah! NEW!!!
http://youtu.be/g8evyE9TuYk (http://youtu.be/g8evyE9TuYk)
Holy trailers! I love this newest trailer! Nolan knows so well how to do Batman right!
This is going to be a brilliant film for the cinema, still have no idea what Bane is saying and I still don't like the gruff gruff Batman voice but that's a minor niggle.
They have improved the way his voice sounds from the way early footage. Movie looks epic with a really good redemption story.
pretty pretty pretty good
Quote from: Chris-El on May 01, 2012, 02:42:52 PM
They have improved the way his voice sounds from the way early footage. Movie looks epic with a really good redemption story.
Yeah, I heard about that dust up.
I knew Batman and I had a lot in common. We both have all our cool toys in a cave and we both love Mt. Dew!
http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/170621-mountain-dew-tie-in-with-the-dark-knight-rises-announced (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/170621-mountain-dew-tie-in-with-the-dark-knight-rises-announced)
http://dewgothamcity.com/ (http://dewgothamcity.com/)
Some more new posters here:
http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=90522 (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=90522)
Couple cool, new TV spots.
http://youtu.be/kOR7bE5AdTQ (http://youtu.be/kOR7bE5AdTQ)
http://youtu.be/imE3EaitaHk (http://youtu.be/imE3EaitaHk)
Meow! :wub
The Dark Knight Rises "Doctor's Orders" TV Spot [HD]: Thomas Lennon Tells Christian Bale To Relax (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxEYNuDLqqg#ws)
Batman is the IRONMAN of super hero's. :)
The first reviews are coming in. Not that this is going to impact any of our decisions to see the film, but so far with 20 top critics weighing in the movie sits at 84% "fresh" on Rotten Tomatoes. The general consensus seems to be that "Rises" is not as overwhelmingly great as the last film but a decent conclusion to the trilogy.
Rotten Tomatoes - bahh! The first "Star Wars" film was panned by critics too. :)
You don't like that site? I love it as an aggregator and the links to the top critics/newspapers reviews.
Friend of mine has seen it over in Australia and he has a smile on his face.
Quote from: Jobydrone on July 18, 2012, 01:18:29 PM
You don't like that site?
Nope. I trust what my friends with similar tastes have to say. As we have discussed many times here.
I have always enjoyed movie criticism, every since I was a little kid watching Sneak Previews on PBS with Siskel and Ebert. I like aggregator sites like Meta Critic and Rotten Tomatoes because it makes it very easy to read movie and game reviews, and you can choose to easily read only positive or only negative reviews if you so wish. Of course I also value my friends opinions, especially those here, but what a boring world it would be if you only heard or valued the opinions of those who thought just like yourself!
Quote from: Jobydrone on July 18, 2012, 03:50:29 PM
I have always enjoyed movie criticism, every since I was a little kid watching Sneak Previews on PBS with Siskel and Ebert. I like aggregator sites like Meta Critic and Rotten Tomatoes because it makes it very easy to read movie and game reviews, and you can choose to easily read only positive or only negative reviews if you so wish. Of course I also value my friends opinions, especially those here, but what a boring world it would be if you only heard or valued the opinions of those who thought just like yourself!
It wouldn't be that boring at all when it comes to listening to those opinions on making a decision about spending money on a product. Listening to people that have zero in common with your personal tastes is a waste of time. It doesn't benefit or aid your decision in any way.
I could careless what critics say when they aren't sharing my tastes. It's a serious waste of time. Not only is hearing my friends better, it makes more sense because I can make an informed decision because I know their tastes.
Quote from: X on July 18, 2012, 04:09:45 PM
Quote from: Jobydrone on July 18, 2012, 03:50:29 PM
I have always enjoyed movie criticism, every since I was a little kid watching Sneak Previews on PBS with Siskel and Ebert. I like aggregator sites like Meta Critic and Rotten Tomatoes because it makes it very easy to read movie and game reviews, and you can choose to easily read only positive or only negative reviews if you so wish. Of course I also value my friends opinions, especially those here, but what a boring world it would be if you only heard or valued the opinions of those who thought just like yourself!
It wouldn't be that boring at all when it comes to listening to those opinions on making a decision about spending money on a product. Listening to people that have zero in common with your personal tastes is a waste of time. It doesn't benefit or aid your decision in any way.
I could careless what critics say when they aren't sharing my tastes. It's a serious waste of time. Not only is hearing my friends better, it makes more sense because I can make an informed decision because I know their tastes.
Quote from: X on July 18, 2012, 04:09:45 PM
Quote from: Jobydrone on July 18, 2012, 03:50:29 PM
I have always enjoyed movie criticism, every since I was a little kid watching Sneak Previews on PBS with Siskel and Ebert. I like aggregator sites like Meta Critic and Rotten Tomatoes because it makes it very easy to read movie and game reviews, and you can choose to easily read only positive or only negative reviews if you so wish. Of course I also value my friends opinions, especially those here, but what a boring world it would be if you only heard or valued the opinions of those who thought just like yourself!
It wouldn't be that boring at all when it comes to listening to those opinions on making a decision about spending money on a product. Listening to people that have zero in common with your personal tastes is a waste of time. It doesn't benefit or aid your decision in any way.
I could careless what critics say when they aren't sharing my tastes. It's a serious waste of time. Not only is hearing my friends better, it makes more sense because I can make an informed decision because I know their tastes.
Obviously this is not the thread for this, I'll just say you may be right if you are solely reading a review or critical essay to decide if you are going to see something or buy something. Then I guess you want to seek out something or someone who thinks just like you, though other than a forum like this I have no idea how you'd find something like that. But personally I enjoy reading criticism for reasons other than making purchasing decisions, and that's when I would find it quite boring reading only opinions that are just like mine.
Way back in the day I did read reviews more and watch critics on TV, but then I pretty much stopped because for the most part movies are an art form that can really only be judged by you and you alone. I will say I still occasionally read reviews AFTER I see a film, but just mainly out of curiosity to see what some others had to say about it. But I never, ever make a choice or decision to see a film based on "the reviews" it's getting.
Off to see this tomorrow :)
Me too, going at 12 in the afternoon. Wife and I are playing hooky!
I'm taking the afternoon off tomorrow too and going to see it at a 12:30pm showing! Can't wait!
Let's see if a really great 3rd movie in a trilogy has been made! (LOTR notwithstanding)
May try and do my Monday matinee for this one. :)
Wow - they're showing back-to-back Batman movies at eMagine tonight with the new movie at midnight.
Massacre at this movie in Colorado:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-18921492#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-18921492#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa)
Horrible. That's all I can say.
Quote from: Bromptonboy on July 20, 2012, 03:49:36 AM
Massacre at this movie in Colorado:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-18921492#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-18921492#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa)
Very terrible. Sometimes you gotta wonder what makes people do these things.
On a happier note plan on seeing this today at 1. Don't have to play hooky though already off on vacation. Taking the wife and my Mom. My Mom saw the trailer for this when we saw Spiderman and she wanted to go with us. My Mom doesn't like "movies that put her to sleep." Her words. No sleeping during Spiderman and I'm sure there won't be any during Dark Knight Rises. I'll also admit to being a bigger Spiderman fan than Batman so I'll see how I'll rate this compared to Spiderman.
Has Batman become just a glamorized slasher movie?
Poignant article has makes some good points as to where this franchise is going
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/celebritynews/2461820/Our-attitude-to-violence-is-beyond-a-joke-as-new-Batman-film-The-Dark-Knight-shows.html (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/celebritynews/2461820/Our-attitude-to-violence-is-beyond-a-joke-as-new-Batman-film-The-Dark-Knight-shows.html)
Quote from: davekill on July 20, 2012, 09:35:39 AM
Has Batman become just a glamorized slasher movie?
Poignant article has makes some good points as to where this franchise is going
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/celebritynews/2461820/Our-attitude-to-violence-is-beyond-a-joke-as-new-Batman-film-The-Dark-Knight-shows.html (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/celebritynews/2461820/Our-attitude-to-violence-is-beyond-a-joke-as-new-Batman-film-The-Dark-Knight-shows.html)
To be fair, the article is 4 years old and is a response to the last film. Was that film appropriate for children? That's an honest discussion but ultimatley parental responsibility is where the rubber (bat suit) hits the road. I have heard this new movie is very nihlistic as well, perhaps more approriate for adults.
Batman has certainly always been a darker series in general (60's Adam West version aside).
dave, my issue with that article first off is that it's 4 years old and quite honestly nonsence. Let's take a look at the origins of Batman: Young Bruce Wayne witnesses the MURDER of his parents. Bruce Wayne vows VENGENCE on those responsible. Batman is created to inflict damage and deliver that revenge. So, no where ever has the story of Batman ever been about puppies and kittens. It's always been a story of violence and vengence. In fact, there is a very thin line that separates Batman from those he hunts, always has been. So, for anyone to take a young child to see any Batman, I mean REAL Batman not the 60's camp (not that I didn't enjoy THAT iteration), and be surprised that there is wanton violence is really not paying attention at all. In fact, with the Nolan films, never has the advertisments been anything BUT dark. How could anyone view any type of ad for this Batman and NOT know to expect violence?
I for one LOVE Nolan's Batman creation. These movies are much better to me than the semi-campy-want-to-be-dark-comedy that OTHER directors created. I liked Tim Burton's Batman, but let's be honest, too light and cartoony. And let's not even mention Batman & Robin OR Batman Forever...(BLAH!). So, my opinion on the question "Has Batman become just a glamorized slasher movie?" No. NO. NO. It's what it has been since he was born...in my opinion, that article made no good points at all. Just someone who doesnt' like the Nolan version of Batman.
Quote from: QuadShot on July 20, 2012, 10:17:31 AM
dave, my issue with that article first off is that it's 4 years old and quite honestly nonsence. Let's take a look at the origins of Batman: Young Bruce Wayne witnesses the MURDER of his parents. Bruce Wayne vows VENGENCE on those responsible. Batman is created to inflict damage and deliver that revenge. So, no where ever has the story of Batman ever been about puppies and kittens. It's always been a story of violence and vengence. In fact, there is a very thin line that separates Batman from those he hunts, always has been. So, for anyone to take a young child to see any Batman, I mean REAL Batman not the 60's camp (not that I didn't enjoy THAT iteration), and be surprised that there is wanton violence is really not paying attention at all. In fact, with the Nolan films, never has the advertisments been anything BUT dark. How could anyone view any type of ad for this Batman and NOT know to expect violence?
I for one LOVE Nolan's Batman creation. These movies are much better to me than the semi-campy-want-to-be-dark-comedy that OTHER directors created. I liked Tim Burton's Batman, but let's be honest, too light and cartoony. And let's not even mention Batman & Robin OR Batman Forever...(BLAH!). So, my opinion on the question "Has Batman become just a glamorized slasher movie?" No. NO. NO. It's what it has been since he was born...in my opinion, that article made no good points at all. Just someone who doesnt' like the Nolan version of Batman.
+1 for me. I wouldn't take my 4 year old son to see The Dark Knight Rises, first of all it's PG-13. So parents, use your judgement. My son LOVES Batman, and there's tons of kid friendly Batman to consume...the 60's show, the 60's movie, ALL of the Batman cartoons that have been made since 1992. Batman has been an "adult" superhero for a good portion of his existence. I welcome a serious, more realistic take on Batman.
Anyway, the NEW MOVIE. Very good, don't think there is a wasted scene. The Catwoman of this movie is probably the most self-assured version, a character who holds her own just fine with Batman. Bane-scary! Tom Hardy is SO huge in this movie, a far cry from Shinzon. It's a long movie, but it's fine. Now, as to the resolution which I guess is controversial:
PLEASE! DO NOT READ UNTIL YOU HAVE SEEN THE MOVIE!!!!!!!!! HEAVY SPOILER. [spoiler]Batman "dies" sacrificing himself for Gotham in a nuclear expolsion. But, of course, not really. Nice to see Gordon remembering a young Bruce Wayne. I loved seeing Alfred and Bruce free of Batman, Bruce finally having a life of his own. Just that quick shot of him at the end is so great. As a lifelong fan of Batman, it's just cool to think Bruce Wayne can actually be happy.
And as to Blake, I HOPE that they use him as Batman in the upcoming DCU movies (Batman, Justice League). He was a great character, good motivation, and a keen observant mind. I'm pretty interested to see his story played out in the future.[/spoiler] So, I loved it. It's at least as good as TDK, in my opinion.
Well, just got back from seeing "The Dark Knight Rises" and I enjoyed it. I really, really want to talk about it with you guys, but I know most of you of course haven't seen it yet. I'm actually afraid to make much of any kind of a comment yet (even in a spoiler tag). I do plan on talking about it very generally and spoiler free on the podcast this coming weekend. So, everyone run out and see it so we can talk about it.
P.S. I will say I loved Anne Hathaway as Selina Kyle aka Catwoman!
YES. She was great, and I wasn't a believer. Well, I used spoiler tags, I could't help it. Needed to get it out! I have too many thoughts about it!
I know how you feel. You might want to put a little bigger warning above your spoiler tag section to people in your post. It's a big part of the film you discuss and people should really not read it until after they see the film. I myself don't want to give people even the temptation here.
Good idea, done and done. Sorry, I get excited and forget not everyone runs right out like I do.
I will toss a sort of "spoiler" out related to the trailers. I was sad the "Man of Steel" trailer they showed us was not the Comic Con version. It showed much less.
YEAH, I was kinda bummed. It was nice and moody, but didn't really do much to get you pumped. It used LOTR music to a nice effect though.
What a great cast pic!
Loved the film, bit long I reckon at least 15 mins could be trimmed. Nice humour great performance by all especially Tom Hardy.
Best cat woman so far, thumbs up there.
First off let me say I did like the movie. The ending was great and I also thought Anne Hathaway did a great job as Catwoman. And I do like her riding the batcycle more than Batman. I don't know if it was my theater or what but the wife and I both had trouble hearing what Bane said sometimes. Sometimes I figured it out by what was going on and sometimes I just didn't know. I did enjoy the special effects. I thought those were well done. And I hate to admit it but I did doze off for a few seconds during the middle part of the movie. I thought it was too slow in the middle. I didn't do that during Spiderman or The Avengers. On a scale from 1 to 10 I would give this movie a 7. And you don't have to stay after the credits. I wish somebody had told me that before I stayed. Oh, well.
[spoiler]I did like the football scenes. I'm a huge Steelers fan and to see Heinz Field and Hines Ward was cool. I also really liked the "Bat" thing he flew around in but no Batmobile in the whole movie. Did her forget where he parked it? [/spoiler]
I really loved it, it must have been so challenging to live up to the greatness of the last film but it really did a masterful job tying up the story and recalling both prior films.
Major, massive Spoilers follow:
[spoiler]I was totally floored by the amazing job they did with the Talia Al Ghul twist at the end. I mean I know the Batman mythos as well as almost anyone and I just didn't see it coming at all. Brilliant.[/spoiler]
I agree it was long but I really enjoyed that they paid so much tribute to the supporting characters, especially the relationship between Bruce and Alfred and the [spoiler]brand new origin story for Robin. Maybe I misinterpreted the ending but I can't see Bruce and Selina flying off into the sunset together like in Alfred's fantasy. I know this is the last film but I'm a bit bummed we won't be seeing Blake as Robin teaming up with Bruce's Batman. The little bit of master/apprentice training tease we got when they fought together briefly in this film whetted my appetite for more. Oh well, maybe in another lifetime.[/spoiler]
What a great summer it's been for movies!
Quote from: Jobydrone on July 20, 2012, 11:33:51 PM
I agree it was long but I really enjoyed that they paid so much tribute to the supporting characters, especially the relationship between Bruce and Alfred and the [spoiler]brand new origin story for Robin. Maybe I misinterpreted the ending but I can't see Bruce and Selina flying off into the sunset together like in Alfred's fantasy. I know this is the last film but I'm a bit bummed we won't be seeing Blake as Robin teaming up with Bruce's Batman. The little bit of master/apprentice training tease we got when they fought together briefly in this film whetted my appetite for more. Oh well, maybe in another lifetime.[/spoiler]
What a great summer it's been for movies!
I thought the same thing at first Joby, BUT: [spoiler]With the autopilot being mentioned a couple times by Lucius and Bruce, I don't think that was a throwaway line. I think Bruce fixed it and escaped the bada-boom[/spoiler]
Yes yes that part was perfectly clear and I agree...
[spoiler]Imeant I just don't see Bruce retiring and Joseph Gordon Levitt taking over as the Batman. I mean I know the trilogy is over and we probably won't ever know but I think we were meant to believe that Blake is going to take up the sidekick mantle.[/spoiler]
Yeah, you're probably right, there is just gonna be a reboot anyway , and we are gonna have to go through Batman's origin AGAIN for the 3rd time.
Just got back from seeing it.. I really loved it.. I'll post more in a few days.
I saw the movie at the weekend and enjoyed it. I did find it a little too long (dreading the Director's cut! Lol!), and need to see it again...but will wait until I can legally watch it at home. I loved Catwoman...meow!
Good end to this particular Batman saga, but I think I preferred the last movie. :)
long indeed, not as good as The Dark Knight. Some aspects all seemed a little rushed.
I liked this movie too, not as good as the 2nd, and it felt rushed, but it was good overall. Bane's voice was a bad choice. I really had to strain and listen for his lines, especially if the music or action was really pumping up the scene, that was just a bad choice. Overall though, I enjoyed my time.
Also: Catwoman: Meowwwww, in all the right ways. Loved her character, loved her look, she kicked ass. We could have an entire movie on her I think. And not that one done by that other actress.
I don't think it was rushed..after all it was almost 3 hours long... ;P
I liked Bane's voice. Maybe I'm in the minority, I had no trouble understanding him. The sound in my theater may have been extra good. I also think that I liked this more on first viewing than my first viewing of the Dark Knight. There were moments of lightness that were missing from TDK. That movie was VERY serious. A little smidge of fun was to be had with the Batman character, and I loved it.
Back from the Bat! Overall...it was good. Not great and I liked the Dark Knight more, but it was fun. I really disliked Bane's voice and could understand at most 40% of what he said, so clearly I was lost on certain aspects of the story. Like really lost. I think the theater I saw it in had way too much base and the soundtrack was too loud which managed to drown out other dialogue as well. The other thing with Bane's voice is he sounded like an old Sean Connery and it just didn't seem to fit the body and attitude at all. Otherwise I though he was a serviceable villain although I still don't know why he needed that mask. Anne Hathaway was TERRIFIC. She played the character spot on with tension, humor, sarcasm, and a sprinkle of drop dead sexy. Perfect. I also really liked Joseph Gordon Levitt, he was the real heart of this movie along with a nice performance by both Michael Cane and Morgan Freeman. They always deliver. The movie moves along great...up until..
[spoiler]the entire 20min or so from the time Batman is captured by Bane and brought to that whatever prison and when he makes his return to Gotham. I really disliked that entire part of the movie focusing on Bane's machinations, which I wasn't following, and the ugly class warfare with the mobs in the street. I don't often like to get too political watching my superhero movies but that whole part of the movie I found very distasteful. In fact the overall portrayal of wealthy people and Wall Street crooks was so blatant and pandering and totally not necessary. [/spoiler]
But after that, things really picked up and I thought the twists and turns towards of the last 20min was great, though incredibly implausible, fun. And I really liked the last couple scenes and what they hinted at. All in all, a good time, not quite as good as Spiderman or The Avengers, but worth the price.
Bryan - you and I have a VERY similar take and view of this movie. I agree with pretty much all you have to say. I said a few other things on the podcast about it this week too and will say a bit more once the movie has been out longer too.
Quote from: Rico on July 23, 2012, 06:49:47 PM
Bryan - you and I have a VERY similar take and view of this movie. I agree with pretty much all you have to say. I said a few other things on the podcast about it this week too and will say a bit more once the movie has been out longer too.
And I should add I can't get the Zimmer theme song out of my head! It's so bombastic an epic!
Quote from: Bryancd on July 23, 2012, 04:44:35 PM
Back from the Bat! Overall...it was good. Not great and I liked the Dark Knight more, but it was fun. I really disliked Bane's voice and could understand at most 40% of what he said, so clearly I was lost on certain aspects of the story. Like really lost. I think the theater I saw it in had way too much base and the soundtrack was too loud which managed to drown out other dialogue as well. The other thing with Bane's voice is he sounded like an old Sean Connery and it just didn't seem to fit the body and attitude at all. Otherwise I though he was a serviceable villain although I still don't know why he needed that mask. Anne Hathaway was TERRIFIC. She played the character spot on with tension, humor, sarcasm, and a sprinkle of drop dead sexy. Perfect. I also really liked Joseph Gordon Levitt, he was the real heart of this movie along with a nice performance by both Michael Cane and Morgan Freeman. They always deliver. The movie moves along great...up until..
[spoiler]the entire 20min or so from the time Batman is captured by Bane and brought to that whatever prison and when he makes his return to Gotham. I really disliked that entire part of the movie focusing on Bane's machinations, which I wasn't following, and the ugly class warfare with the mobs in the street. I don't often like to get too political watching my superhero movies but that whole part of the movie I found very distasteful. In fact the overall portrayal of wealthy people and Wall Street crooks was so blatant and pandering and totally not necessary. [/spoiler]
But after that, things really picked up and I thought the twists and turns towards of the last 20min was great, though incredibly implausible, fun. And I really liked the last couple scenes and what they hinted at. All in all, a good time, not quite as good as Spiderman or The Avengers, but worth the price.
[spoiler]Thinking about it more, I have to agree with you Bryan. That whole 20mins should have been redone. The whole Batman getting caged up and then getting himself free with a lot of work is a huge cliche in the superhero verse and ultimately, wasn't very entertaining because we already knew Batman was going to rise up and out of the prison. Heck, the movie is named such. Thinking about it now, my enjoyment went down during that, but after he got out, the movie picked up its pace and I was really enjoying it again. I would have preferred that we had focused on perhaps more battles between Batman and Bain or something, idk. [/spoiler]
That said, I still enjoyed it, but the 2nd one definitely feels a lot tighter.
I think the 20 minute section you guys are talking about pays off with the twist that comes right after, which as I said before blew me away and was just about my favorite part of the movie. For me it finally made Bane's motivations clear and understandable after being kind of in the dark about it for the majority of the film. Also it was a nice callback to the classic Bane story "the Breaking of the Bat" and the "vengeance of Bane" from the 90's Batman comics, even though it's a major deviation from that story.
As far as the politics of the film, well, Bryan, you'll just have to face it...you money men are easy targets for us 99 percenters.
;) ;) just kidding ;) ;)
Wise guy. ;)
I did read an interesting analysis over on the Now Playing forums which made the connection between Nolan's vision for the movie and elements of the French Revolution (power to the people and such) and the jury room with the desks piled high as an allusion to the balistrades from Les Miz!
"Can you hear the people sing, singing the song of angry men!"
Also remember that over here in England the banks have been rather naughty (google it i'm not going into it here) so there is a bit of a dig at our banks via Nolan. Any of course there is the element of the French Revolution and communism but hey ho.
I had no problem at all with Bane's voice. I understood every word but is that because its a very English style delivery or the cinema I was in?
Bane's voice was awesome. A nice contrast to the musclebound giant to have a posh sounding (to us anyway) English voice.
Yeah, plus when he says that "what a lovely lovely voice" was just class.
Quote from: Chris-El on July 25, 2012, 01:55:27 PM
Bane's voice was awesome. A nice contrast to the musclebound giant to have a posh sounding (to us anyway) English voice.
I wish I could have heard it clearly! No joke, I was only able to understand 40% of it and it's not because of the accent as I can understand Meds and Kel. ;) But i think the sound in my theater was way off as the soundtrack was exceedingly loud and the bass way too high. It drowned out other dialogue as well. I still think Bane was fine but I never understood his backstory or who he really was. He was just a thug to me doing stuff. That I blame on nolan, I think he failed to really create a sense of menace with bane like he and Ledger did with Joker.
Christian "Batman" Bale paid a visit to the victims of the theater shooting. I hate to give this any more press, but I admire Bale for doing this.
http://photos.denverpost.com/2012/07/25/photos-batman-actor-christian-bale-visits-aurora-theater-shooting-victims/ (http://photos.denverpost.com/2012/07/25/photos-batman-actor-christian-bale-visits-aurora-theater-shooting-victims/)
Classy guy, and very thoughtful. Made me feel good when I saw this.
My wife told me about Bale doing this and I thought that was very nice for him to do that. I think most if not all actors would do something like this if it happened at one of their movies. Movies are for our enjoyment and to have something like that happen I'm sure many people envolved with the movie felt the same way. Saddened and hurt by something that makes no sense.
Yup, what a great thing to do. He's gone up (even more) in my opinion.
A nice pic of Catwoman and a little feature on her from the upcoming DVD/Blu-Ray coming out on Dec. 4th.
Catwoman from The Dark Knight Rises (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HRnR-bdA4YM#ws)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=WQJuGeqdbn4# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=WQJuGeqdbn4#)!
Honest Trailers does it again and Nails TDKR. Very funny, all valid points...still enjoyed the movie. I just don't think about it too much afterward.
I finally watched this movie last night on Blu Ray.
Not what I expected.
[spoiler]
Ok, I wasn't so happy with it. It had all this hype surrounding it and I was hoping for something better. The soundtrack was good, I liked the gadgets, but first off, it was WAY too long. I found myself wishing it was over. I liked Anne Hathaway, thought she rocked Catwoman. Christian Bale was ok, but honestly, why in the world do they have to make him look so stupid and sound just as awful when he talks in his Batman voice. . his lips stretch out and I expect drool to come out.. ewwww. I felt like he was going to cough up a loogie each time he spoke. Bane... ok... is it my imagination or was that the worst voice EVER in the history of super heroes and villans besides the Toy Man in Superfriends? Geez. Half that time I couldn't even figure out what he was saying. But my surround sound got a good work out. Then last but not least the editing was choppy. Like they would have something in their hand, and then it would cut to the next shot and the thing would be five feet away, or you would try and figure out what just happened because they jumped in the story line. I had a hard time following it. In the end it was hard for me to believe that the girl was the bad guy... LOVED the whole set up for Robin though. That was way cool. [/spoiler]
I agree with all of that, Rick.
I agree with all but Banes voice, I could understand everything but I guess if you are not used to a accent it would be hard to get. Batmans voice has always annoyed me.
I can suss out all of your crazy UK accents but still couldn't understand him, It was more the audio distortion then anything else, really. I mentioned before I think it varied theater to theater and I have it on Blu-ray from my brother for Christmas and haven't watched it yet. Be curious to hear how it sounds at home.
Yeah Bry let us know if it makes a difference on home cinema. I haven't bought it yet as having a massive knuckle down on buying stuff as travelling back to Australia next year.
Rick, alot of what you said is spot on. I don't have the blu-ray yet but I want to see if it sounds any better at home but from what you said it probably won't be.
at least I wasn't imagining it all. :)
My biggest problem with the movie is that Batman quits being Batman for EIGHT years. Losing someone would strengthen his passion to make criminals pay not make him quit.
The voice is the voice, but the worst bit was when Catwoman disappears and Batman turns around and in the Bat-voice he says "So that's what that feels like." Who was he putting the fake voice on for??? No one else was there!
I've never liked Bale's voice for Batman either. I also had a hard time understanding Bane in some spots of the film. Overall the film just didn't work for me. I think it was the weakest of the Bale films and if I wasn't such a completest I would sell it off. And as I said in an earlier post the reveal at the end of the "why" Bane was doing what he was doing was just lame and dissatisfying. It ultimately made Bane a pawn and I expected something more. I'm glad there won't be anymore Bale films. It's time to rethink Batman with some new creative blood.
Kevin
I wonder if there is meant to be something in the neck of the Batsuit that changes Bruce Waynes voice hence why he talks like that when no one is around?
that has to be it. I know there are few items of clothing that change my voice a bit. hehehe
I didn't like it, but the dark knight annoyed me as well. The Dark Knight was overly long and could have done without the whole dent act, but that set up the precedence for this movie and it was tedious. It was a good opening followed by long periods of epic slowness. I was more entertained with hobbits walking though the lands than all of the slow pointless buildup.
Sometimes its worth waiting for awhile to pick up something on Blu-Ray. I got 'The Dark Knight Rises' on blu today from Best Buy for $9.99!! It's the steelbook edition with an exclusive documentary called 'The Dark Knight Reborn' and many others. Well worth waiting for a $30 release to fall to $9.99. Now I hope Bane sounds better on Blu.
On a side note they had a 2-disc set of Casino Royale for .99 on DVD! Already had it but what a deal!
Great deal. Glad to see someone else still buys physical media. :)
Quote from: Rico on September 04, 2013, 03:27:20 AM
Great deal. Glad to see someone else still buys physical media. :)
Oh, Yeah! I have a modest collection and enjoy it very much. My boss had told me about the $9.99 deal because thankfully he is a fellow geek!