Chapter 684 Defining Batman
“Chris, how are you doing?”
Little Gilbert went to see Christian Bale’s training and he was in good condition. This is Christian Bale's second time donning the Batman suit, but he still has some preparation to do.
"Very good, I think I'm in very good condition." Christian Bale took the towel handed over by Gilbert Jr. to wipe his sweat.
He said with a smile: "Playing Batman is the most correct decision I have ever made as an actor. The script of "The Dark Knight" is more brilliant and shocking than the first one.
Little Gilbert, how do you come up with such a story? "
Little Gilbert did not take all the credit on himself. He said: "This is all David and Jonathan's screenwriting work.
What I want is a realistic superhero movie with a grand epic, operatic style, and a dark atmosphere.
It can be said that this is something that has not been seen in previous superhero movies. "
DC's superheroes often have some bitterness and hatred, and they also have a sense of tragedy. But neither the comics nor the previous movies have as strong a feeling as this "Dark Knight".
The tone of Batman's comics is deep and dark, and Gilbert Jr. amplified the realism part of it and weakened Batman as a superhero.
Christian Bale said with a wry smile: "I may be the weakest superhero in history, and I may even lose to the villain."
Gilbert Jr. expressed sympathy for Christian Bale. Patted Christian Bale on the shoulder and said: "I have seen Heath Ledger. He is in a very scary state. You have to be prepared." Get ready."
Having heard about Heath Ledger's efforts for the role, Christian Bale immediately said seriously: "I know, I will study the role seriously."
Both are good actors. Christian Bale thinks that he is no worse than Heath Ledger, so of course he has to show his best to deal with it.
There is no doubt that in terms of script setting, the clown can actually perform better and has inherent advantages.
If Heath Ledger is at 100%, even if Christian Bale is at 150%, it may not be able to balance the two characters.
But then again, as long as this is a Batman movie, Batman will always be the irreplaceable core and the focus of the audience.
In fact, Warner Pictures executives initially hoped to use the Riddler as the villain, and also planned to invite Little Gilbert's good friend Leonardo DiCaprio to star.
Xiao Li was also interested in starring in The Riddler, mainly because he wanted to collaborate with Little Gilbert again.
However, due to Gilbert Jr.'s insistence, the Joker was ultimately retained as the villain of "The Dark Knight."
When DiCaprio called Gilbert Jr., he complained why he wasn't asked to play the clown. Little Gilbert had no choice but to comfort Little Plum, saying that there was a great character waiting for him.
In early September, Warner Pictures officially held a project press conference, directed by Gilbert Jr., and starring Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Nicolas Cage, Jennifer Connelly, Gary O. German, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and others were all present.
At the press conference, Gilbert Jr. talked about why he would continue to direct the second "Batman" movie. You must know that the only series of films he continued to direct was the "Lord of the Rings" series, and that series of films was produced in a three-part series.
Other series of films usually start with little Gilbert, and then turn to serve as producer, leaving it to other directors to direct.
For example, the second and third installments of "The Matrix" and the second and third installments of "Pirates of Galibi" are all the same.
Faced with this question, Gilbert Jr. replied: "When I realized I had a good enough story, I thought it was time to do it myself. Chris, Lean, Gary, Morgan, Sir Michael Caine agreed to return, and the addition of Heath and Nicolas was the reason why I continued to direct the sequel film."
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Christian Bale said excitedly: "When I received the script, I was so excited. As soon as I read the script, I chatted with Director Gilbert Jr. on the phone. Half an hour.
We all agree that it’s time for Batman to return to the big screen.”
Although the US$15 million salary played a role, it certainly couldn't be said this at the press conference.
Heath Ledger said: "I am very excited to play the role of the Joker. I know that Mr. Jack Nicholson has a wonderful interpretation of the Joker, but my Joker may surprise everyone. , maybe it’s creepy.”
The reporters in the audience laughed softly, indicating that they were amused by Heath Ledger.
After returning from his vacation in Hawaii, Heath Ledger's mental state was significantly better. Being able to joke now seems to prove that he is developing in a good direction.
Although he may miss out on the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor if he doesn't die, little Gilbert feels that it is worth it to exchange an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for a life.
"The Dark Knight" is a superhero movie, and the Oscars are known to discriminate against superhero movies, so we don't expect the film to do anything at the Oscars.
Furthermore, little Gilbert already has two Oscars for Best Director, and his pursuit of Oscars is not that big anymore, so he just takes it easy.
The rest of the actors also talked about their reasons for starring in "The Dark Knight". Jennifer Connelly said: "I know very well how much hard work little Gilbert has put into this movie. He gave it a long time ago. I have described such a dark and epic story.
I am also looking forward to continuing to play Rachel Dawes in "The Dark Knight" this time."
Nicolas Cage said: "As everyone knows, I have worked with Gilbert Jr. "Braving the Island of Death", that is a very good memory.
So when he approached me one day and wanted to work with me again, I said yes without even asking about the salary.
For me, to be in a little Gilbert movie, I should never hesitate to come in. ”
The press conference was still lively, and they also briefly introduced the specific information of the project to the public, such as which step the work was in, etc.
One of the reporters asked little Gilbert: “Little Gilbert Director Te, what do you think of the hero Batman? "
Little Gilbert pointed at Michael Caine and said: "Sir Caine once said to me that Superman is the way Americans see themselves, and Batman is the way other countries see the United States.
I personally agree with this statement very much. Batman is a vigilante, and legally he has no law enforcement power. But he wielded police powers and brought chaos.
It can be seen from comics and previous Batman movies that wherever Batman appears, there will be chaos.
Our film focuses on the obligations and boundaries of power, the battle between procedural justice and resultant justice, and the relationship between fear, anger, and power.
It can be said that "The Dark Knight" is a comprehensively upgraded version of "It's War". I hope to bring an unparalleled movie-watching experience to the audience. "
After the press conference was reported, it aroused the expectations of movie fans. Especially Batman fans are more curious about this comprehensively upgraded version of the movie.
But if you want to see the movie, you have to wait until next summer.
(End of this chapter)