Actor Michael Keaton, who played Bruce Wayne in Tim Burton's Batman and its sequel, revealed that he's never watched a single DC or Marvel movie – even his own.
In an interview with Variety, the actor explained "I know people don't believe this, that I've never seen an entire version of any of those movies – and Marvel movie, any other. And I don't say that I don't watch that because I'm highbrow – trust me! It's not that." He added "It's just that there's very [few] things I watch. I start watching something and think it is great and I watch three episodes, but I have other shit to do!"
This revelation comes on the heels of Keaton reprising his role as Bruce Wayne and his alter-ego in the upcoming DCEU film The Flash. The beloved actor will be joined by Ben Affleck who will be reprising the role of the Dark Knight which he first played in Zach Snyder's Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League. The cast also includes Michael Shannon, Ron Livingston, Kiersey Clemons, Antje Traue, and Sasha Calle.
Fantastic Beasts actor Ezra Miller is starring in the film as Barry Allen/The Flash. This casting remains in place despite news that Miller was arrested for disorderly conduct and harassment in Hilo, Hawaii in early 2022. The Flash had already wrapped production before the string of incidents occurred but the film's premiere was delayed significantly, reportedly for unrelated reasons. According to Warner Bros., reshooting Miller's scenes would be far too expensive.
Although there aren't many more details about The Flash's plot, director Andy Muschietti said that audiences should prepare themselves for a fun superhero romp. "We can tell you there are surprises," he said, adding "we cannot reveal what they are. But it will probably blow your socks off." At the time of writing, many fans believe that Barry Allen's first big-screen adventure will involve plenty of multiversal shenanigans, seemingly evidenced by the return of Keaton's Batman.
The director also implored viewers to avoid spoilers before seeing the film, explaining "the less we talk about it the better. There's excitement behind the camera about those surprises. You better not know them until you see them on the big screen."
The Flash is set to hit theaters on June 23, 2023.
Source: Variety