The Batman (2022, D: Matt Reeves) S: Pattinson
09-08-16, 12:02 PM
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Joe Manganiello Will Play Deathstroke in Ben Affleck’s Batman Movie
http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2016/...ie/?mod=e2twsy
Batman will face comic book villain Deathstroke, played by “True Blood” star Joe Manganiello, in Ben Affleck’s first solo movie playing the Dark Knight.
Affleck recently shared a video online of Manganiello in his Deathstroke get-up, but didn’t reveal the actor underneath the mask or what role the character would play in upcoming films.
The actor is also known for his role in the “Magic Mike” Movies.
DC Entertainment president and chief creative officer Geoff Johns confirmed the casting in his first interview discussing his new role overseeing Warner Bros.’ movies based on DC Comics characters.
He declined to comment on whether Deathstroke has a cameo in “Justice League,” which is currently shooting in London.
Affleck recently shared a video online of Manganiello in his Deathstroke get-up, but didn’t reveal the actor underneath the mask or what role the character would play in upcoming films.
The actor is also known for his role in the “Magic Mike” Movies.
DC Entertainment president and chief creative officer Geoff Johns confirmed the casting in his first interview discussing his new role overseeing Warner Bros.’ movies based on DC Comics characters.
He declined to comment on whether Deathstroke has a cameo in “Justice League,” which is currently shooting in London.
09-08-16, 12:20 PM
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So the rumors were true.
09-08-16, 08:17 PM
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I don't think of him as much of an actor. I guess pretty good to look at, but seems stiff from what little I've seen...
09-08-16, 08:36 PM
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Someone brought this up on DC Movie News, but I wonder if Amanda Waller would be the one to hire him to kill Bruce Wayne/Batman.
09-08-16, 09:47 PM
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09-08-16, 09:48 PM
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I would bet Deathstroke is better known to the general public than any of those. Lotsa folks here on dvdtalk may hate Arrow, but that's where Deathstroke was introduced to many people. Hell, I wouldn't be shocked if it's revealed that one of the reasons they chose him because of his similarity to Deadpool. (Deathstroke was created first though)
Black Mask - Yes
Clayface - Yes
Hugo Strange - Yes
Hush - No
Mad Hatter - Yes
Man-Bat - Yes
Red Hood - Yes
I've never read Batman comics, but I have watched various incarnations on TV. Not sure if that makes me the general public or not.
09-09-16, 10:18 AM
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I imagine that the exact reason they chose the character is in relation to the success of Deadpool. This is basically DC's version of Batman vs Deadpool now, and i am sure a lot of the audience will feel its DC ripping off Marvel (even though it was the opposite in the comics). I am glad they are putting Batman against a new character. The Joker is all fine and dandy, but with a big rogues gallery its better to introduce ones who have not so far had a chance. This is why i think DC have been wasting a lot of Batmans best villains on their shitty TV shows.
09-09-16, 10:34 AM
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I'm confused by how many people think DP meant bringing in Slade cuz of DP.
I know that Wade was a cheeky rip of Slade... but I don't think anyone really with a solid logic that think Slade is anything like Wade as a person. Unless I'm WAY behind on how the New 52 changed him and whatever he is now... I don't see enough for me to think that Deathstroke is a DC Deadpool.
They're two very different characters. They have the same job, assortment of weapons, and have names that are alike but they're very two different characters. You'd have to be a dumbfuck to feel that DC is ripping off Fox. Cuz the characters... as characters.. are wildly different even if they share some basic similarities for reasons we know and that a lot of the audience doesn't.
The character has gotten more and more exposure in multiple formats for a while now... before DP even came into production.
I know that Wade was a cheeky rip of Slade... but I don't think anyone really with a solid logic that think Slade is anything like Wade as a person. Unless I'm WAY behind on how the New 52 changed him and whatever he is now... I don't see enough for me to think that Deathstroke is a DC Deadpool.
They're two very different characters. They have the same job, assortment of weapons, and have names that are alike but they're very two different characters. You'd have to be a dumbfuck to feel that DC is ripping off Fox. Cuz the characters... as characters.. are wildly different even if they share some basic similarities for reasons we know and that a lot of the audience doesn't.
The character has gotten more and more exposure in multiple formats for a while now... before DP even came into production.
09-09-16, 10:55 AM
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No, but I haven't been following news too closely for this and actors come and go frequently on these kinds of projects.
09-09-16, 11:25 AM
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I'm confused by how many people think DP meant bringing in Slade cuz of DP.
I know that Wade was a cheeky rip of Slade... but I don't think anyone really with a solid logic that think Slade is anything like Wade as a person. Unless I'm WAY behind on how the New 52 changed him and whatever he is now... I don't see enough for me to think that Deathstroke is a DC Deadpool.
They're two very different characters. They have the same job, assortment of weapons, and have names that are alike but they're very two different characters. You'd have to be a dumbfuck to feel that DC is ripping off Fox. Cuz the characters... as characters.. are wildly different even if they share some basic similarities for reasons we know and that a lot of the audience doesn't.
The character has gotten more and more exposure in multiple formats for a while now... before DP even came into production.
I know that Wade was a cheeky rip of Slade... but I don't think anyone really with a solid logic that think Slade is anything like Wade as a person. Unless I'm WAY behind on how the New 52 changed him and whatever he is now... I don't see enough for me to think that Deathstroke is a DC Deadpool.
They're two very different characters. They have the same job, assortment of weapons, and have names that are alike but they're very two different characters. You'd have to be a dumbfuck to feel that DC is ripping off Fox. Cuz the characters... as characters.. are wildly different even if they share some basic similarities for reasons we know and that a lot of the audience doesn't.
The character has gotten more and more exposure in multiple formats for a while now... before DP even came into production.
09-09-16, 11:30 AM
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Yeah I kind of think that Warner/DC may think they can trick people into believing that Deathstroke is a Deadpool like character even though they are different. They're both mercenaries and have sort of a similar look and style when it comes to how they fight. Main difference is that Slade is a more serious character whereas with Wade there's a more comedic element.
09-09-16, 11:32 AM
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Re: The Batman (D: Ben Affleck)
Wrong. I have never heard of Deathstroke until now. Of the others:
Black Mask - Yes
Clayface - Yes
Hugo Strange - Yes
Hush - No
Mad Hatter - Yes
Man-Bat - Yes
Red Hood - Yes
I've never read Batman comics, but I have watched various incarnations on TV. Not sure if that makes me the general public or not.
Black Mask - Yes
Clayface - Yes
Hugo Strange - Yes
Hush - No
Mad Hatter - Yes
Man-Bat - Yes
Red Hood - Yes
I've never read Batman comics, but I have watched various incarnations on TV. Not sure if that makes me the general public or not.
I guess I stand corrected. (/sarcasm)
09-09-16, 11:34 AM
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09-09-16, 08:32 PM
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Yeah I kind of think that Warner/DC may think they can trick people into believing that Deathstroke is a Deadpool like character even though they are different. They're both mercenaries and have sort of a similar look and style when it comes to how they fight. Main difference is that Slade is a more serious character whereas with Wade there's a more comedic element.
Deathstroke is more of a Punisher-type character, whereas Deadpool is like a living cartoon who breaks the fourth wall and speaks directly to the audience.
Originally, I think Deadpool was sort of a Deathstroke knock-off when Rob Liefeld created him, and then became the Deadpool he is today when other creators started working on him.
Deathstroke could be a pretty cool movie character if he's presented the way he was in Identity Crisis where he's this calculating badass who can take down the Justice League.
09-09-16, 08:58 PM
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I agree about Stamp, just saying I didn't find Loki all that threatening in Avengers (as the main villain) and seemed to take a few cues from Stamp's Zod (in one scene IIRC he commands people to kneel before him).
09-13-16, 07:37 AM
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Ryan Potter (Big Hero 6) makes an unofficial audition tape to Ben for Robin. Make it happen!