Well, this is very exciting news. The Hollywood Reporter is saying that Ben Affleck is working with none other than DC legend Geoff Johns on the script to a standalone Batman movie. Affleck will not only co-write and star, he’ll also direct.
THR adds:
That Affleck was to direct in a Batman standalone movie isn’t new. The actor made that a condition of his when he signed on to act as Bruce Wayne/Batman in 2013.
So as soon as Affleck is done making Live by Night, his adaptation of the novel by Dennis Lehane (Mystic River), he’ll begin his Batman project. Oh, and he’s also going to be in all those Justice League movies, but I’m sure you already knew that.
Guys, I think this is great. Every time I see the trailer for Batman v. Superman, I get more excited to see Affleck in this role. Couple that with the fact that he’s an Oscar-winning screenwriter and a damned good director, this has the potential to be a truly excellent film. Geoff Johns’ involvement is just the seal of approval. We’ll bring you more on this as it develops.
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