Just How Grounded Is BATMAN v SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE? Scoot McNairy Weighs In

Just How Grounded Is BATMAN v SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE? Scoot McNairy Weighs In

We've heard an awful lot about how Warner Bros.' upcoming DC Comics slate is going to be darker and grittier than what Marvel Studios has to offer, but just how grounded will Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice? Hit the jump for comments on that from star Scoot McNairy...

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By JoshWilding - Oct 20, 2015 02:10 PM EST
Filed Under: Batman vs. Superman
Source: We Got This Covered
Warner Bros. have really been emphasising the fact that their upcoming DC Comics movies will stand apart from Marvel thanks to a darker and more grounded tone, and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice star Scoot McNairy has now weighed in to (unsurprisingly) emphasise that. Who the actor is playing remains unknown, though the popular theory is that he'll be a Jimmy Olsen severely wounded following the events of Man of Steel. Whether or not that's correct remains to be seen, but as someone who gravitates towards memorable roles, the character actor's opinions can surely be trusted on this one. "This is the superhero film that is more grounded in reality than any of the other ones," he tells We Got This Covered. "It’s a comic book movie, yes, but it’s very, very grounded." Do you think this approach will work for Batman v Superman? Sound off below...
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Brainiac13
Brainiac13 - 10/20/2015, 1:04 PM
Grounded or not.....it's gonna blow minds....
Pasto
Pasto - 10/20/2015, 2:13 PM
I gotta pee
MisterBatfleck
MisterBatfleck - 10/20/2015, 2:14 PM
That's a lot of ground.
TheAstoundingMan
TheAstoundingMan - 10/20/2015, 2:15 PM
What does that even mean anymore?!
Pasto
Pasto - 10/20/2015, 2:15 PM
"We got this covered"

Hey, I write for them!
Ghostpointzero
Ghostpointzero - 10/20/2015, 2:15 PM
Ok is that suppose to be helpful or harmful. Probably harmful, Nolan's Batman was grounded enough how much more must we go?
ScarletWarlock
ScarletWarlock - 10/20/2015, 2:16 PM
It is so grounded that when you watch the movie you'll be like, "wooooo, that's really grounded"..............who gives a shit? It doesn't make a movie good, just hope for an awesome movie, people.
Kurne
Kurne - 10/20/2015, 2:16 PM
Bold statement, Scoot. Let's just hope the final product don't feel undergrounded.
GhostDog
GhostDog - 10/20/2015, 2:17 PM
That was certainly worth an article. ..
RaMan
RaMan - 10/20/2015, 2:17 PM
GROUND·ED
ˈɡroundid/
adjective
1.
well balanced and sensible.
"the kids have money and a rock-star dad, but they seem grounded"
2.
(of a pilot or an aircraft) prohibited or prevented from flying.
"you don't taunt a grounded flier, especially after he's had a few beers"
Knightrider
Knightrider - 10/20/2015, 2:19 PM
For me grounded just means it is as close to our world as possible these events could take place in rather than the science.

So grounded in reality just means what would it be like if these people existed in the world today with all its problems rather than finding scientific reason for their existence.

I don't have an issue with this as it creates a point of difference with Marvel which is great as I don't want identical themes and movies in both universes
GhostDog
GhostDog - 10/20/2015, 2:19 PM
We get it, it's NOLANESQUE. You don't have to keep reiterating it. To be real, the Xmen films are some of the most grounded superhero films to date. They've focused on real world issues as much as any other cbm, besides Batman and Cap 2
MarkV
MarkV - 10/20/2015, 2:21 PM
We need trailer #3!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


MOAR TRAILER!!!!

MOAR KENT! MOAR WAYNE! BALD LEX!!!


DO IT!!!!!!!!
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 10/20/2015, 2:22 PM
The wait is killing me!!!!!!!!!
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 10/20/2015, 2:23 PM
LOL! Josh felt left out sine Patel took his thunder........
slickrickdesigns
slickrickdesigns - 10/20/2015, 2:23 PM
I hate being grounded...
"Parents just don't understand." - Deadshot
THEDARKKNIGHT1939
THEDARKKNIGHT1939 - 10/20/2015, 2:24 PM
Very ground, much real.
slickrickdesigns
slickrickdesigns - 10/20/2015, 2:24 PM
Also.... Is he saying more Grounded than a Nolan Batman film??
GhostDog
GhostDog - 10/20/2015, 2:28 PM
@BreadPitt for XMEN?!?!?!
TheBeard
TheBeard - 10/20/2015, 2:29 PM
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 10/20/2015, 2:30 PM
Not as grounded as @blackandyellow

Itsbeenfun
Itsbeenfun - 10/20/2015, 2:32 PM
Marvel groupies stay mad lol
JoeMomma29
JoeMomma29 - 10/20/2015, 2:35 PM
I do laugh how DCEU articles bring out the hate in the Marvel fans........I an not sure why?!? I mean I know why DC Fanboys get upset....because of jealousy....... but why do some Marvel fanboys get their panties in a ruffle? I mean DC has no official cinematic universe until March.
Greengo
Greengo - 10/20/2015, 2:35 PM
Sick of hearing this grounded BS. It's Batman V Superman!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
InvisibleSanji
InvisibleSanji - 10/20/2015, 2:37 PM
The problem with this movie is the use of adjectives. Adjectives hurt feelings. No matter what word they use, it's just wrong, lol. Go figure...
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