He’s directed a film with a number of Batmen in it so certainly he can deal with only one. That’s what Warner Bros. thinks, no less than, because it simply signed up Andy Muschietti, director of The Flash, to helm one of many largest motion pictures of its upcoming DC slate, The Courageous and the Daring that includes Batman and Robin.
“We noticed The Flash even earlier than taking the reins at DC Studios, and knew we had been within the arms of not solely a visionary director however an enormous DC fan,” DC presidents James Gunn and Peter Safran informed Selection, which confirmed information that had beforehand been rumored. “It’s a powerful movie—humorous, emotional, thrilling—and Andy’s affinity and keenness for these characters and this world simply resonates by means of each body. So, when it got here time to discover a director for The Courageous and the Daring, there was actually just one alternative. Fortunately, Andy stated sure. Barbara [Muschietti] signed on to supply with us and we had been on our manner. They’re a unprecedented group, and we couldn’t have higher or extra inspiring companions as we embark on this thrilling new journey within the DCU.”
Beforehand, Gunn and Safran had this to say in regards to the subsequent Batman movie, which is able to solid a brand new Caped Crusader and Boy Surprise. “This is the story of Damian Wayne,” Gunn stated. “Batman’s precise son who we didn’t know existed for the primary eight to 10 years of his life. He was raised as a bit assassin, an murderer. He’s a bit son of a bitch. He’s my favourite Robin. It’s primarily based on the Grant Morrison comedian e book run, which is considered one of my favourite Batman runs.”
For the time being, the movie doesn’t but have a screenwriter connected, so there isn’t a script. Meaning there’s an excellent likelihood within the 4, 5, six years this might take to make the large display screen, a brand new director might, ultimately, find yourself on the helm. However for now, it’s Muschietti.
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