The Dark Knight Rises Nolan not coming back?

[redfirebird2008]

I'm much more interested in Nolan's work outside of the Batman franchise at this point. He's already done a very good job with my five favorite characters in the mythos (Batman, Joker, Gordon, Two-Face, and Alfred) so there's nothing wrong with going out on top. I'd rather not have a Nolan-directed Batman 3 than have one that turns out like Raimi's Spider-Man 3.

 

[ultimatefan]

We´re gonna hear tons of BS rumors about Nolan coming back or not to the franchise, till it´s confirmed one way or another. If Nolan doesn´t feel he has a story strong enough to top or equal TDK, I´m cool with him not returning. Better to leave at the top.

 

[FaT_tONle]

Eh, but who's to say you can't STAY on top with a sequel? We wouldn't have gotten GFII or ESB, otherwise. Yes, TDK was a sequel, but BB wasn't that highly recognized.

Yeah exactly... 2nd installments that can not be topped 95% of the time... the Last Crusades and ROTK's are rare. WB will probably move ahead anyway and Bale will probably still be in it... but I would have no faith in another guy stepping in. I'd actually prefer a reintroduction... or loose sequel, but I still expect Bale to be back for one more film.

 

[redfirebird2008]

Yeah exactly... 2nd installments that can not be topped 95% of the time... the Last Crusades and ROTK's are rare. WB will probably move ahead anyway and Bale will probably still be in it... but I would have no faith in another guy stepping in. I'd actually prefer a reintroduction... or loose sequel, but I still expect Bale to be back for one more film.

No faith? What if the Nolan brothers have a heavy hand in the script and they get someone like David Fincher to direct? I'd expect another good movie in that instance, but if it's McG, I would fully expect a meltdown of the franchise.

 

[KalMart]

hy start over? that'd be dumb. to assume that no one could continue the series or top nolan shows a real lack of imagination.

They'd eventually start over in the future anyway. It'd be nice for this version, albeit short, to go out on top and remain the unique gems that they are from this era. I don't need to see 3-5 of anything. It's not that no one could. I just like when they do more with less...and it also avoids the possibility of beating it into ground, like everything else. I know a lot of comic fans would want as many as possible, but if it were just those two, it's still quit a lot. But as others have mentioned, I would hope that Nolan's heart were really in it for a third, otherwise either stop them altogether or get a good person to pick it up. Maybe Cauron.

 

[MadVillainy]

I know ppl might get mad because I'm about to bad mouth Nolan but.....If Nolan doesnt return that I think thats a punk move.

I mean if he has a good reason like the story isnt strong enough then okay I can understand not returning

But for not leaving because he wants to "leave on top" I think its cowardly. I have faith in Nolan and he should have the faith in himself that he can make a movie that might not top TDK but at least is as good as BB

Also leaving because he wants to do other projects....I think that then he should do this Inception movie, do BB3 and have it be the definite conclusion. We lock away the Nolan continuity forever (let nobody mess with it), wish Nolan the best luck in future endeavors, set up a new continuity, and move on

 

[Ace of Knaves]

I agree Blackman. He shouldn't just "go out whilst on top". He should try to better himself again, do the improbable, try to top The Dark Knight. A true professional would do that, I think Nolan is a true professional

 

[Charlie The Red]

Here's the scenario that's running through my mind:

If Inception is a successful film with great reviews, maybe even an Oscar here or there, then I think he'll return for a third film. If it isn't a successful film, he'll probably move on to something else.

It would suck for Inception to be a bust and then he's stuck being "The Batman guy." Memento and Prestige were great films IMO, but they both went under the radar, The Prestige especially. He certainly deserves academy recognition and I get the feeling he's aiming for that with Inception. If he doesn't get it, I think he'll continue to try and reach that goal and kiss Batman goodbye.

I can't say I blame him. If I had made the most critically praised film of last year and the highest grossing movie since Titanic, I'd probably be itching for some recognition from the Academy.

 

[Two-Face]

I think Nolan will return for Batman 3, I wouldn't wanna leave my big franchise to someone else.

 

[KalMart]

I don't think Nolan would come back unless he felt they could create a satisfactory third story....and additionally/hopefully, he'd only come back if his heart was in it. "Going out on top" would just be the fringe benefit, not the motivation.

I think Nolan will return for Batman 3, I wouldn't wanna leave my big franchise to someone else.

At the same time....I don't think he'd return just to cock-block it from someone else.

 

[Two-Face]

I don't think Nolan would come back unless he felt they could create a satisfactory third story....and additionally/hopefully, he'd only come back if his heart was in it. "Going out on top" would just be the fringe benefit, not the motivation.

Is he working on that to come out with a same bar as TDK or better story?

 

[KalMart]

Is he working on that to come out with a same bar as TDK or better story?

If you mean maintain the quality established by the first two, you'd like to think so, no?

 

[Two-Face]

If you mean maintain the quality established by the first two, you'd like to think so, no?

Everybody here would like think so.

 

[KalMart]

Everybody here would like think so.

Right...so if it feels to them that it's being forced or what have you, there's the possibility of them dropping out. But then, WB will still probably try and continue with someone else anyway, and we could end up with a severe let-down....hopefully not.

 

[Two-Face]

Right...so if it feels to them that it's being forced or what have you, there's the possibility of them dropping out. But then, WB will still probably try and continue with someone else anyway, and we could end up with a severe let-down....hopefully not.

That's why I hope Nolan returns.

 

[MadVillainy]

No matter what Nolan does hes gonna be "The Batman Guy"
His version of Batman is one of the most profitable and well received movies ever.

Not making a third film wont change that

 

[KalMart]

That's why I hope Nolan returns.

Title for third film?

 

[Two-Face]

Title for third film?

Yeah.

 

[Pennyworth]

We´re gonna hear tons of BS rumors about Nolan coming back or not to the franchise, till it´s confirmed one way or another. If Nolan doesn´t feel he has a story strong enough to top or equal TDK, I´m cool with him not returning. Better to leave at the top.

Agreed. It all hinges on the story at this point. WB may be, but I don't think Nolan is concerned with comparing $$$/awards from TDK to BB3 as much as I think he just needs to be compelled by a narrative that continues the standards set with BB & TDK.

You're avvy is hypnotizing me Two-Face.

 

[BatMatt]

I'm about 95% sure he'll be back, a lot of my faith lies in the fact WB paid him 7 figures for INCEPTION. He's also admitted to musing over a Batman story that he wishes to tell. I think WB also allowing the movie to be pushed to 2012, and giving some Nolan some time to breath, will help in getting him back behind the camera.

 

[FaT_tONle]

No faith? What if the Nolan brothers have a heavy hand in the script and they get someone like David Fincher to direct? I'd expect another good movie in that instance, but if it's McG, I would fully expect a meltdown of the franchise.

Well yeah... I guess that works. We just have to wait and see. Plus even with Bale... what other changes will be made? More recasts... new director... it could get ugly.

I know ppl might get mad because I'm about to bad mouth Nolan but.....If Nolan doesnt return that I think thats a punk move.



I mean if he has a good reason like the story isnt strong enough then okay I can understand not returning

But for not leaving because he wants to "leave on top" I think its cowardly. I have faith in Nolan and he should have the faith in himself that he can make a movie that might not top TDK but at least is as good as BB

Also leaving because he wants to do other projects....I think that then he should do this Inception movie, do BB3 and have it be the definite conclusion. We lock away the Nolan continuity forever (let nobody mess with it), wish Nolan the best luck in future endeavors, set up a new continuity, and move on

I agree Blackman. He shouldn't just "go out whilst on top". He should try to better himself again, do the improbable, try to top The Dark Knight. A true professional would do that, I think Nolan is a true professional

Glad to know fanboys can question a director's professinalism and decide what the right career moves are for him.

 

[KalMart]

Fincher wouldn't be my first choice to 'take up the reins' ...I'd rather go with the guy who did Children of Men....who also worked with Caine. t: As well as Clive *cough*blackmask*cough* Owen.

 

[MadVillainy]

Fincher wouldn't be my first choice to 'take up the reins' ...I'd rather go with the guy who did Children of Men....who also worked with Caine. t: As well as Clive *cough*blackmask*cough* Owen.

Attaboy Cuaron has been my #1 choice for a Batman director

Glad to know fanboys can question a director's professinalism and decide what the right career moves are for him.

I'm glad that some ppl make themselves stupid by not noticing speculation when they see it

 

[Travesty]

But for not leaving because he wants to "leave on top" I think its cowardly. I have faith in Nolan and he should have the faith in himself that he can make a movie that might not top TDK but at least is as good as BB

Also leaving because he wants to do other projects....I think that then he should do this Inception movie, do BB3 and have it be the definite conclusion. We lock away the Nolan continuity forever (let nobody mess with it), wish Nolan the best luck in future endeavors, set up a new continuity, and move on

I don't think it's a "punk move' at all. It's whats happened a lot with different television series like Seinfeld and The Office. Both quit at their peak, and sometimes it's just good to leave on a high note, then to let things get worse, cause your heart isn't into it. Nolan and Co. may have come up with an AMAZING story, but maybe Nolan's heart isn't into making another Batman movie. If he does another one, then you guys should be happy, but if he doesn't, you shouldn't blame the guy. Just hope for the best, and if things don't go your way, then try to roll with the punches. Maybe change will be a good thing?

 

[Ace of Knaves]

Glad to know fanboys can question a director's professinalism and decide what the right career moves are for him.

Well anyone can recognize professionalism. It would be professional for Nolan to come back again and try to better himself. That is the whole point of being in these kinds of industries IMO. They should always be pushing themselves to do better. Nolan would HAVE to push himself to top TDK. And I would imagine a guy like Nolan would relish that challenge. He wouldn't just walk away and be like "Well i can't top it so I'm gonna call it a day".