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12th 2003
Duchovny,
Quaid or Swayze for 'Batman 5'?
July 10, 2003
Some new
specs have surfaced over at the most regal of Caped Crusader
portals, Batman
on film, regarding the upcoming stab at grandeur. The
site heard from a scooper who confirmed that Ashton Kutcher
is indeed out, and that “Look for the new bat-rig to be more
faithful to the comics, as in not all black. Also, look for
the sculpted "rubber" look to go away, a la Spiderman.”
And the batmobile? “smaller, sleeker; think dodge viper crossed
with a small dragster.” So who’s going to be our lead?
According
to the scooper, both Christian Bale and Matthew McConaughey
are under consideration for super-parts. “There was discussion
about Christian Bale, unofficially, because Matthew McCoughnahey
is a name being pushed for Superman. Both were teamed in 'Reign
Of Fire'. WB wants to coordinate the casting of their premiere
properties, as they want to re-launch both for a trilogy-plus
run, with an eventual cross-over/team-up. Bale would be a
solid Bruce Wayne, having the look, build, & height, as
well as the talent for the role.
“Whoever gets the
nod for both roles is hoped for a 3 picture deal. This will
mean a 25-30 something star for each film. THIS ALSO means
younger versions of Alfred, Commissioner Gordon, & Harvey
Dent, than in the previous films. Alfred will be in his fifties;
Commissioner Gordon will be in his forties, & more along
the lines of Miller's "YEAR ONE" Gordon. A teen-age
Barbara Gordon, Gordon's niece, may make a non-Batgirl cameo.
(not Alicia Silverstone's Barbara PENNYWORTH from Batman &
Robin).
“Logic would dictate
that the same treatment would be given to the Flying Grayson's
Although all involved say Robin WILL NOT be part of the plot.
Harvey Dent WILL NOT be Two-face, solidifying the thought
that this is a restart to the franchise. This is significant,
as this opens the door for an appearance by The Joker, either
in this or future films. Dent will be a contemporary of Wayne's;
look for him to be in his mid thirties. Names for the part
include Noah Wiley from ER, David Duchovney, & Dougray
Scott (also mentioned for Bruce Wayne)! Gordon has no names
attached, but agents for Dennis Quaid, Sam Neil, Patrick Swayze
(?!) & Dylan McDermott(?!) have all been contacted. WB/Nolan
want Gordon to be a significant role in the upcoming franchise.
Look for him to be a grizzled, hard as nails cop that begrudgingly
befriends Batman.”
Be interesting
to see if the above scoopers on the level…
Source
- www.moviehole.net