Showing posts with label Batman. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Batman. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

The Lock Box: Superman Revealed For Snyder's 'Batman v Superman' Film

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice/Warner Bros. Pictures
I know, this is not breaking news by any means. But, when the first look at the new Batman costume for the up coming superhero film, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, both fan boys & girls rejoiced, for the most part.

The general consensus was that fans loved the new look, maybe in part, due to the tonal difference Zack Snyder's bringing to the legendary character. "It's cooler to see a crusty old Batman beating the snot out of guys," Snyder has said as his take will focus on a more road-weary Batman. Well, that works for me as every incarnation we've seen of the Dark Knight has been in his mid-30's, with the exception of The Dark Knight Rises, which I thought was...okay.

Recently, Warner Bros. released a brand new picture of Henry Cavill as Superman, as reported by Brian Truitt of USA Today, rockin' his new duds. Some might think that he looks almost exactly the same as he did in his first outing, Man of Steel, but that's not true-- he's got a new haircut! The suit itself looks a tad different, as well; the blue is a little more prominent that it was before. But aside from that, there's really not too much of a difference that can be seen in this shot.

It looks as if he's paying Gotham a visit, hanging out on some rooftop, definitely not flying on rooftops. I mean, I'm pretty sure it's Gotham, only because it's raining and the color palette is dark and bleak, as Gotham is usually portrayed as. The sun doesn't exist in Gotham, didn't you know?

As far as the duo's relationship goes, Zack Snyder has said that, "there is a 'v' in between their names to keep it from being a straight 'versus' movie, even in the most subtle way." That means that even Snyder knows who would actually win in an actual fight between Superman and Batman, and does not want to start WW3 with comic "enthusiasts."

This film is going to be the catapult that slings moviegoers into the awesomeness that will(should) be the Justice League, in which the director is slated to helm as well.

In the Dawn of Justice, expect cameo's and easter eggs up the yin-yang from various characters throughout the DC universe.

Ben Affleck Photo by Zack Snyder/Warner Bros. Pictures
Joining the star-studded cast, aside from Ben Affleck who is playing one of the title characters, Batman, will be Gal Gadot, who will be suiting up as the Amazonian princess, Wonder Woman. I can already feel you shaking your head while reading that last sentence, but rest assured that, according to the Dawn of the Dead director, "she's working out and getting buff and ripped."

Also brought in to the mix is Ray Fisher, an actor best known for his time spent on Broadway, that is being transformed into Cyborg.

There have been recent rumors of a Green Lantern showing up at some point or another, but I believe it's merely speculation at this point.

Now, I know fans have been clamoring for a Justice League movie for some time now, even before Marvel's The Avengers came out. But I, on the other hand, have always wanted to see a Worlds Finest film before watching the Justice League.

I don't know, but the thought of seeing Superman ascending from the sky to meet up with Batman has always peeked my interest over seeing three or four characters that are supposed to be the "strongest in the galaxy," in Martian Manhunter, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman and, of course, Superman on screen together. And on the ground, you have Batman and the "fastest man alive," in the Flash, and now Cyborg, I guess.

The master of slow-mo has said, "I don't know how you get bigger than that," regarding his highly anticipated team-up flick. And while I have no doubts about the aforementioned film, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, I do wonder how they will try to make the Justice League stand out from the rest. Yes, it's THE Justice League, but they're all incredibly strong, or fast, or invincible, or some kind of fusion of all three.

I guess we'll have to wait until 2018 to find out. I hope the world doesn't end by then.

Anyway, here it is, in all it's glory. Let me know what you think in the comments section below.
Henry Cavill Photo by Clay Enos/Warner Bros. Pictures

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Locker Talk: Cal Worthington dies, Captain America & Batman Save The Day & Miley's Wrecking Ball

We'll miss Cal, We'll miss Cal, We'll miss Cal!

I remember loving his commercials when I was about yay-high. It was truly a sad day for car dealerships everywhere when it was announced about the passing of Cal Worthington. The condition of his "dogs," spot, are currently unknown.

According to Dave Karalis, General Manager of Cal Worthington Ford in Long Beach, Worthington passed away after watching a football game with his family at his Big W ranch in Orland, California. The cause of death has yet to be determined, said family attorney Larry Miles.

Worthington, who died at the tender age of 92, is survived by six children and nine grandchildren. He, also, left behind four dealerships, a hippo, a snake, an elephant, an orca, a mountain lion, and a roller-skating bear. No word as of yet which, if any, will be his pall-bear-ers'.

Have no fear, Heroes4Higher are here!

These are the people that we need kids to look up to. Selfless people like this, regardless of what they're wearing, should be admired and applauded.

John Buckland and Troy Marcum - better known as Batman and Captain America - had to put their superhero training to the test the day they came across their toughest foe of the day; a burning house - WHAM! Joh-- I mean, Batman, took the lead over the Star Spangled Man as his firefighting instincts kicked in - KA-POW!

"It's getting pretty dark; I'm feeling around. I'll be darned if I feel something furry." Batman explained.

The cat, who's owners were out of town, had to be resuscitated by Batman himself, "The first look on the cats' face was," Batman said while he mimicked the cats horrified expression, "He hissed at me and everything."

I guess that's where animals differ from humans; being resuscitated by Batman would've been a fan boy/girl's dream. You can check out CNN's coverage on the incident here.

Miley wrecks the day!

Another day, another eye cleansing.

Miley made headlines once again with her new video, "Wrecking Ball." If you've watched the video, and by reading this article you've proven that your eyesight is still intact, so I'm assuming you haven't-- but if you have, you'll notice the intro was nothing to stick your tongue out, about. It's just Miley, her red lipstick and her pearly whites, singing away.

Didn't listen much to the lyrics itself, rather just watched her swing around, pantomiming her emotions as best to her ability.

She lives for the shock element, now. Everything she does is to get you talking about her around the water cooler the next day. Heck, I'm talking about her; I never talk about her.

It seems that she's either really trying to break free from her "Hannah Montana" past, at break-neck speed, or this has always been who she is. And In that event, she's possibly the greatest actress that's ever lived.