Batman/Bruce Wayne Casting Thread - Part 1

[Iceman]

Looked up Matt Bomer because his name sounded familiar but didn't click. I recognize him now from The Nice Guys.

Also saw this picture...

He sure can look the part of a younger Bruce.

Certainly looks the part at least.

 

[shauner111]

Totally disagree about Nolan not improving. Dunkirk shows his ability to learn and grow as a filmmaker and put story first, exposition in the backseat and craft one of his best works of his career.

As for Bale being bad in the sequels. Gotta disagree about that as well.

I liked Reeves' Cloverfield and Let Me In remake. I think he can do horror well and bring warmth and depth to the characters. He would be great with the bat family.

The eyes is what makes Bale amazing in the sequels and trilogy as a whole. That scene with Maroni and then Dent immediately after in the alley. He BECAME the bat in those films. Especially in Rises with that return chase. Zero dialogue. Just his movements of his head and eyes and it's magnificent.

 

[LaughterLives]

I admit I didn't watch Dunkirk, Forgot about it cuz Nolan lost me with Interstellar.

I don't know how anyone can call Bale's performances in the sequels, good. I'm they aren't the worst but hahahaha!

I didn't like Cloverfield at all, thought it was pure crap and the horror in Let Me In was lacking and didn't impress me at all but I do think it's a well made movie on a technical level, overall.

I do agree with you about his ability to bring warmth and depth. I think he excels at capturing the emotions in a scene.

LOL! No, I think Nolan's style is manipulative enough to make one "feel" that way but It wasn't Bale's performance that did it. But that's me.
The movement's of Bale's Batman in TDKR almost always made him look so lost, confused, desperate and weak. Especially in his scenes with Anne Hathaway. I was dying of laughter. Now, that maybe what Bale was going for but that just wasn't Batman to me.

 

[Rodrigo90]

You HAVE to watch Dunkirk!

Yeah, Interstellar felt a bit flat and underwhelming after his previous work, but Dunkirk certainly made up for it. The film proved just how spectacular of a filmmaker he truly is. If he doesn't win an Oscar for Dunkirk, then I will be appalled.

 

[EyesOnly]

Totally disagree about Nolan not improving. Dunkirk shows his ability to learn and grow as a filmmaker and put story first, exposition in the backseat and craft one of his best works of his career.

As for Bale being bad in the sequels. Gotta disagree about that as well.

I liked Reeves' Cloverfield and Let Me In remake. I think he can do horror well and bring warmth and depth to the characters. He would be great with the bat family.

The eyes is what makes Bale amazing in the sequels and trilogy as a whole. That scene with Maroni and then Dent immediately after in the alley. He BECAME the bat in those films. Especially in Rises with that return chase. Zero dialogue. Just his movements of his head and eyes and it's magnificent.

Bale's eyes were lost in that stupid motorcycle helmet of a cowl. The only actor that has pulled off the "No talking just stare batman" is Keaton. His eyes..WOW. Man, for me, he's been the only mysterious and intimidating Batman and he didn't have to destroy his vocal chords to do so. I see what Laughter is getting at with Bale. He was good in Begins but something was beyond off in the sequels, and his costume sucked so much ass.

 

[shauner111]

The movement's of Bale's Batman in TDKR almost always made him look so lost, confused, desperate and weak. Especially in his scenes with Anne Hathaway. I was dying of laughter. Now, that maybe what Bale was going for but that just wasn't Batman to me.

To each their own but I love Interstellar to bits, even with all the exposition. And Dunkirk is not only the best war film of the century but I like it more than Saving Private Ryan which gets too patriotic for my taste.

Everything you said is what that character is going through at that time in his life. And Bale nailed it. He's a broken man trying to find his way back and I think it's one of Bale's strongest performances of his career.

 

[shauner111]

Bale's eyes were lost in that stupid motorcycle helmet of a cowl. The only actor that has pulled off the "No talking just stare batman" is Keaton. His eyes..WOW. Man, for me, he's been the only mysterious and intimidating Batman and he didn't have to destroy his vocal chords to do so. I see what Laughter is getting at with Bale. He was good in Begins but something was beyond off in the sequels, and his costume sucked so much ass.

I love that cowl. Bale's eyes are incredible as Batman. He became the character. I don't think I'll love another in the role as much as Christian. Even though I loved Keaton under the cowl as well.

The eyes are the most important aspect of any actor. And I think it's very important for the character of Bruce/Batman. Keaton and Bale were the only ones who made me believe in this. Jake has that ability as well, and that's why I'll take him over any actor right now. Anybody else will be a disappointment for me. And I'll only adjust to a different casting decision if they're truly a phenomenal actor. Of course the idea of a solo Batman movie again has me excited for be first time since 2012, but they have to sell me on the actor in this dumpster fire of a DCEU.

 

[LaughterLives]

You HAVE to watch Dunkirk!

Yeah, Interstellar felt a bit flat and underwhelming after his previous work, but Dunkirk certainly made up for it. The film proved just how spectacular of a filmmaker he truly is. If he doesn't win an Oscar for Dunkirk, then I will be appalled.

I'll definitely check it out one day but I'm in no rush.
Does Tom Hardy have a big role in it?...That might make me watch it.

Bale's eyes were lost in that stupid motorcycle helmet of a cowl. The only actor that has pulled off the "No talking just stare batman" is Keaton. His eyes..WOW. Man, for me, he's been the only mysterious and intimidating Batman and he didn't have to destroy his vocal chords to do so. I see what Laughter is getting at with Bale. He was good in Begins but something was beyond off in the sequels, and his costume sucked so much ass.

As Far as I'm concerned, Keaton's performance is the one to beat. Keaton was just magic and I think its in large part cuz of Burton. I don't care what people say.

To each their own but I love Interstellar to bits, even with all the exposition. And Dunkirk is not only the best war film of the century but I like it more than Saving Private Ryan which gets too patriotic for my taste.

Everything you said is what that character is going through at that time in his life. And Bale nailed it. He's a broken man trying to find his way back and I think it's one of Bale's strongest performances of his career.

True. The 3 things I loved about Interstellar was its Soundtrack, visuals and Matt Mc.'s performance. I thought he played the part beautifully.

I'm not a fan of Saving Private Ryan or Spielberg for that matter so I'd totally believe that Dunkirk is a better movie.

What you say maybe true about Bale's performance but maybe it was the way it was executed. Bale just looked pathetic as Batman in both sequels to me. Part of it is cause of how he looked in the new costume and I guess the rest was just the direction these movies went with his character. I think it was misguided or perhaps just not properly executed in my eyes.
I think Bale was perfect in Begins doh and have always believed it to be the best of the trio.
The rest are just bigger movies and feel much more epic but They're sloppy. I think Begins was a near perfect Batman movie but in comparison to its sequels, its a Goddamn masterpiece to me.

 

[shauner111]

I see some of what you're saying but I don't think there's anything sloppy about TDK. It's incredible and better than Begins even if I love Begins more on some days. Bale was so good in TDK. Such a nuanced performance as Bruce and intimidating as hell like when he has Maroni by the neck and drops him on his ankles. It's still the most badass thing I've ever seen batman do in the movies.

 

[MadderMaximus]

Tom Hardy's role isn't too big, but his storyline was pretty important. He's behind his flight mask for 99% of his performance too :P

 

[Patchwork Man]

Interstellar is awesome. Maybe you guys need to watch it again.

 

[Patchwork Man]

I see some of what you're saying but I don't think there's anything sloppy about TDK. It's incredible and better than Begins even if I love Begins more on some days. Bale was so good in TDK. Such a nuanced performance as Bruce and intimidating as hell like when he has Maroni by the neck and drops him on his ankles. It's still the most badass thing I've ever seen batman do in the movies.

TDK is amazing. Begins is amazing. Rises is less than amazing, but it's still a very fine film. It simply got away from Nolan due to the sheer size of the thing.

 

[MadderMaximus]

Interstellar is awesome. Maybe you guys need to watch it again.

I liked it enough, but it is toward the bottom of Nolan movies for me.

 

[Rorschach2012]

Gyllenhaal is the only choice as far as I'm concerned

 

[KevTravels]

I think he would. He's auditioned for the role before, so we know he at least has general interest in the part. It's proven to be a meaty role when in the right hands, so he has plenty to work with as an actor. But there's another incentive for him. Gyllenhaal is one of the best actors working today, but the simple fact of the matter is his films tend to under-perform at the box office. To use a recent example, he absolutely crushed it in Stronger, but the film did remarkably poor financially and he's been a complete non-factor this awards season. His talent is undeniable, but he's struggling to break into "household name" status.

A role like Batman changes that with one press release.

I don't think he's struggling so much that he doesn't really pick roles that will push him to household name status. 2010 he was in Prince of Persia and Love&Other Drugs. Those two seemed the easiest crowd pleasers to secure A-list status and they flopped. And then he was doing mostyl art films since.

I would love to see him as Batman. Not sure if he would want to do a trilogy though.

 

[KevTravels]

One of the things I like about Jake and Ryan Gosling is their desire to do indie/art films despite both being big stars. It's something you don't really see from guys of their fame/clout. Though both usually have films that flop, it doesn't stop them from doing really edgy projects that has their talent shine through.

 

[FatRobin]

One of the things I like about Jake and Ryan Gosling is their desire to do indie/art films despite both being big stars. It's something you don't really see from guys of their fame/clout. Though both usually have films that flop, it doesn't stop them from doing really edgy projects that has their talent shine through.

I hope he doesn't stop doing those types of movies if he ever gets the role. It's been a pleasure watching him.

 

[LaughterLives]

I see some of what you're saying but I don't think there's anything sloppy about TDK. It's incredible and better than Begins even if I love Begins more on some days. Bale was so good in TDK. Such a nuanced performance as Bruce and intimidating as hell like when he has Maroni by the neck and drops him on his ankles. It's still the most badass thing I've ever seen batman do in the movies.

It was cruel but hilarious hahaha!. The most bad ass thing I've ever seen Batman do is strap dynamite on a Mutha ****** and toss his ass has down the sewer after smiling at him. Real O.G.

Honestly, If Bale had come to Maroni in that scene with the Batman Begins suit, It would've been much more effective. Bale wasn't nearly as nuanced in his performance as he was in Begins. I'd argue that he actually has few moments in TDK where he overacts but we don't need to do that.
I also hated the adaptation of 2 Face in TDK so that's my big thing with it. I thought Eckhart made a great HArvey Dent but a terrible 2-Face and the way his character was handled was one of the sloppier aspects of TDK.
Still...Great movie, overall.

Tom Hardy's role isn't too big, but his storyline was pretty important. He's behind his flight mask for 99% of his performance too :P

Bummer, that killed some of my desire to watch it.

Interstellar is awesome. Maybe you guys need to watch it again.

Why?...At its core, its an over complicated analysis/story of love. It's not a terrible movie but it isn't awesome either. It was too sappy and dull for my taste.

 

[ArmsHeldOut]

Can't believe it took me ten years to finally start watching Mad Men, but Hamm would've killed it as Bruce Wayne had he been given the chance to take on the role in his heyday. Not only does the guy have massive charisma, but there's also a slight hint of something ominous in his demeanor. Interesting.

 

[EyesOnly]

I love that cowl. Bale's eyes are incredible as Batman. He became the character. I don't think I'll love another in the role as much as Christian. Even though I loved Keaton under the cowl as well.

The eyes are the most important aspect of any actor. And I think it's very important for the character of Bruce/Batman. Keaton and Bale were the only ones who made me believe in this. Jake has that ability as well, and that's why I'll take him over any actor right now. Anybody else will be a disappointment for me. And I'll only adjust to a different casting decision if they're truly a phenomenal actor. Of course the idea of a solo Batman movie again has me excited for be first time since 2012, but they have to sell me on the actor in this dumpster fire of a DCEU.

The cowl in the sequels must have restricted his breathing because he always had his mouth open and spoke like he was out of breath.

 

[MadderMaximus]

The cowl in the sequels must have restricted his breathing because he always had his mouth open and spoke like he was out of breath.

Could be. Always seemed odd. I liked the look, and loved the mobility, but the mouthbreathing was strange.

 

[FatRobin]

My oddest and only nitpick with Bale was the way his mouth/lips look. It was always distracting to me how protruding and thin it looked. Plus when he talked it looked like he had a lisp or something. I don't think there's anyone who shares it with me

 

[Boom]

I don't think Bale was able to breathe through his nose in the cowl, so he had to do everything with his mouth. It didn't help.

 

[FunkMiller]

I don't think Bale was able to breathe through his nose in the cowl, so he had to do everything with his mouth. It didn't help.

That entire TDK/TDKR Batsuit was a cock up. Easily the worst thing about those movies. I remember groaning when the first image of Bale standing on the cop car came out. Fiddly, over-complicated, and far too utilitarian. The Begins suit is superior in every way. It’s testament to the quality of the movie itself that it more or less becomes a non-issue.

 

[shauner111]

Still better than Affleck stupid NiteOwl suit in Justice League.