Zack Snyder Talks 'Robin' Rumor, Superhero Fatigue, BATMAN V SUPERMAN And JUSTICE LEAGUE

Zack Snyder Talks 'Robin' Rumor, Superhero Fatigue, BATMAN V SUPERMAN And JUSTICE LEAGUE

Before addressing how he's overseeing the DCEU, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice director Zack Snyder talks about the craziest rumors he's heard about the movie and he also addresses Steven Spielberg's recent remarks about superhero films. Check it out!

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By DCMarvelFreshman - Sep 09, 2015 11:09 AM EST
Filed Under: Batman vs. Superman
Source: Yahoo
Zack Snyder recently chatted with Yahoo to help promote Doritos' last Super Bowl advertising campaign, which will allow one lucky fan and aspiring filmmaker not only a chance to work with the director on the set of an upcoming DC Comics movie, but also to win a $1 million prize. Of course, during Snyder's Q&A, talk eventually turned to the upcoming Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and rumors surrounding the overall DC Extended Universe that he is helping Warner bros. achieve.



When asked about Steven Spielberg's comment that superhero movies would "go the way of the western," Zack Snyder said he might not be wrong. "I think it puts more pressure on us, the filmmakers, to not just crank out superhero movies for the sake of it," he said. "To me, the one thing I love working in the DC universe is that Superman and Batman and Wonder Woman are American mythology. It’s not about making a superhero, it’s a mythological universe that we live in. That I hope stands the test of time. They stood the test of time. That’s hopefully the sort of magic bullet. But who knows what audiences will want in the future." As for what he does to keep the trinity fresh, "To me it’s about the drama, the humanity of it. Those are like Shakespearean characters, Bruce Wayne and Clark Kent, they have inherent drama built into their makeup."

With Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman among the superheroes to be featured in Dawn of Justice, Zack Snyder was then asked if he worries about over-stuffing the movie. "I try and stay central," he replied. "There’s something really fun about bringing the other characters in, but it’s really about staying central to the real core mythology is what I think the audience enjoys most." About the many rumors surrounding DCEU, Synder was asked what are the craziest ones he's heard so far. "There are so many, it’s insanity," he said. "It’s funny because every now and then someone will touch on something that’s kind of true, but the next thing they say makes me realize that they took a wild guess. They’ll say something and I’ll say “Oh snap, they must have seen the script.” And then they’ll say, “And this happens!” And then I’ll go, They have no idea what they’re talking about. It’s fun for everyone to speculate and take shots and think of things and try to sell it. There’s an industry in selling your guess. [People think], “I’m going to make a fake script and look like I read the real one.” What length are you willing to go?" He continued, "There’s a rumor that my son is [playing] Robin. It’s not true. Now there are all these images of him that people have made where he’s dressed like Robin. It’s fun to hear and see them."

Finally, Snyder was asked about his role in the development of the DC Extended Universe beyond Batman v Superman, which includes serving as a producer on Suicide Squad, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman. "I’m staying with Batman v Superman and Justice League and Justice League 2 — those are my main responsibilities, as well as producing the other movies," he reassured. "That’s the main line. Once you get Justice League, you’re pretty deep in it. But like I was saying, not to be a selfless promoter of our program, what it shows is that we have this giant berth of opportunity with the DC movies now to I think find the opportunities for even young filmmakers to even get involved because there are so many projects." Head over to Yahoo for more contest info.



Fearing the actions of a god-like super hero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis’s most revered, modern-day savior, while the world wrestles with what sort of hero it really needs. And with Batman and Superman at war with one another, a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it’s ever known before. Starring Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot, with Amy Adams, Laurence Fishburne, Diane Lane, Jesse Eisenberg, Jeremy Irons, and Holly Hunter, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is directed by Zack Snyder, written by Chris Terrio from David S. Goyer's screenplay, and is scheduled to open March 25, 2016!
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JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 9/9/2015, 11:51 AM
Sounds epic!!!!!!!!

I love the idea of a mythological universe!!!!!!

Yup sounds like DCEU not be grounded!!!!!!!!

blackandyellow
blackandyellow - 9/9/2015, 11:53 AM
"There’s an industry in selling your guess."

El Mayimbe should have this tattooed on his forearm.
blackandyellow
blackandyellow - 9/9/2015, 11:54 AM
Now hire Troy Polamalu as Shazam and then get to work putting together an LSH movie.
batz11
batz11 - 9/9/2015, 11:55 AM
Doops, UmMaybe?
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 9/9/2015, 11:56 AM
@Blackandyellow

LOL! El Maybe should have it tattooed on his A$$ or would that be his face?
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 9/9/2015, 11:57 AM
@Gusto

That dude is a snake oil salesman....... and his biggest followers are some idiots on his site alone!
JamesMann
JamesMann - 9/9/2015, 11:58 AM
So with Snyder definitely doing both JL movies I wonder whose going to take the reins on the MOS series.
sKeemAn
sKeemAn - 9/9/2015, 11:58 AM
i hope they get some new directors to give these cbm's a shot.
SauronsBANE
SauronsBANE - 9/9/2015, 11:58 AM
There’s an industry in selling your guess. [People think], “I’m going to make a fake script and look like I read the real one.”

I'd say that's more of a shot at El Mayimbe and everyone else who bought into that fake script or whatever.
blackandyellow
blackandyellow - 9/9/2015, 11:59 AM
Watch your hooker mouth, Gus. Nobody speaks ill about Troy.
DrKinsolving
DrKinsolving - 9/9/2015, 12:00 PM
Can't wait
BlackPhillip
BlackPhillip - 9/9/2015, 12:00 PM
If Dumberto makes a tweet about this, then we know he took offense.
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 9/9/2015, 12:01 PM
@blackandyellow

I heard they hired Ben R. to play a rapists in the upcoming Batman movie...... his agent said he is built for the role!!!!!!!!
MisterHolmes
MisterHolmes - 9/9/2015, 12:01 PM
i Love how every time a batman movie comes out theres "Robin Rumors"
Pedrito
Pedrito - 9/9/2015, 12:01 PM
They should've interviewed someone who actually knows a thing or two about making good CBMs.
JamesMann
JamesMann - 9/9/2015, 12:02 PM
Hey @Gusto did you see your baby put in work?
DrKinsolving
DrKinsolving - 9/9/2015, 12:02 PM
I want to see Darren Aronofsky direct a CBM, I feel like his version of "The Wolverine" would have been absolutely amazing
BlackPhillip
BlackPhillip - 9/9/2015, 12:02 PM
@JamesMann

Well, there was a rumor that George Miller would helm MOS 2, but then there was another rumor that MOS 2 has been put on hold.
MrMartyMarvel
MrMartyMarvel - 9/9/2015, 12:03 PM
I think I'm getting superhero fatigue fatigue. Seriously, if we keep talking about it we're just begging for it to actually become a thing.
DrKinsolving
DrKinsolving - 9/9/2015, 12:03 PM
I also really want to see Duncan Jones direct a CBM
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 9/9/2015, 12:04 PM
@quickhook

Nope nothing like Marvel...DCEU is actually going to have magic unlike the poor excuse that was set up in Thor to explain what magic was......... oh wait you have Dr. Strange so keep your fingers crossed.

Also go back and play in your kiddie sandbox the adults are talking now.
Desr0w
Desr0w - 9/9/2015, 12:04 PM
LMAO poor El Maybe "ACE Scooper"
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 9/9/2015, 12:05 PM
@Rulk

How is that Captain America 3 movie shaping up? ERRRRRR I mean Avenger's 2.5 errrrr I mean IronMan!!!!!!!!!
sjoerdo0
sjoerdo0 - 9/9/2015, 12:06 PM
I thought Gary Beadle was going to play Robin..... at least i heard.
blackandyellow
blackandyellow - 9/9/2015, 12:06 PM
@joemomma29

I can't wait to dance on your grave.
sKeemAn
sKeemAn - 9/9/2015, 12:08 PM
@jamesmann

MOS series is taking a backseat to Batman. We may never get a direct sequel to MOS. (I think BvsS is the sequel but I'm being told its not)
MercwithMouth
MercwithMouth - 9/9/2015, 12:08 PM
So long as Snyder improves greatly from MoS, the DCEU should be fine.

@blackandyellow

Troy would make a great Amanda Waller.
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