All comic book fans alike know that Marvel Entertainment has excelled in their venture to create a shared universe between their movies that they have released since 2008, something they call the Marvel Cinematic Universe (the MCU). DC may be late to the party, but don’t let this discourage you from jumping onto the hype train.
“[There will be] a lot of big names coming to screen and it’s going to be history in the making,” senior Jashon Reams said.
Starting off with the 2013 film Man of Steel, DC is creating a universe between their upcoming films. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is the second film of the shared universe, while setting up the Justice League film that will arrive in 2017.
Henry Cavill returns in the film to play the everlasting hero Superman, his second appearance as the Kryptonian alien. Ben Affleck takes the mantle of Batman in the film, replacing Christian Bale as the mainstream representation of the hero.
“[Ben Affleck] has the charm to play Batman. I’m going to miss Christian Bale, though,” junior Maddy McCrossin said.
The film will bring the two heroes together in a battle, both wary of the other and their respective intentions. Wonder Woman is also thrown into the mix, played by Fast and Furious 6 star Gal Gadot. No one knows as to the extent of her role yet.
One of the trailers introduced the villain Doomsday as a monster created by Lex Luthor using the body of General Zod, the villain killed by Superman in Man of Steel. Doomsday is best known as the villain that “killed” Superman.
The film will also introduce Jason Momoa, Ezra Miller and Ray Fisher as Aquaman, The Flash and Cyborg, respectively. These roles will help set up the Justice League in the next film.
The only member of the Justice League that hasn’t been cast yet is Green Lantern (at least not publicly, anyways). Hal Jordan and John Stewart have both been reported to be in Green Lantern Corps, coming in 2020. Jordan has been confirmed to appear in Justice League Part Two.
Actor Tyrese Gibson, also known for his roles in the Fast and Furious films, reported last year that he was in talks with DC to play a role in the film.
Shazam has also been confirmed to be a part of the universe. However, it is unknown whether the character will make an appearance in the Justice League films. Like Green Lantern, the casting is not confirmed yet. However, yet another star from the Fast and Furious films, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, has been confirmed to play as Black Adam, Shazam’s biggest foe.
For some people who aren’t fans of superhero movies, the amount of comic book adaptation movies are pouring out at too fast of a rate. However, this isn’t stopping fans of the film.
This is even true for people who don’t watch many superhero films, there aren’t too many coming out, like senior Ashley Britton.
“No [there isn’t an oversaturation of superhero films] because there are so many different superheroes that deserve time in the spotlight. I’m still waiting for them to make a Blue Beetle film,” Britton said.
Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice releases March 25.
