Ever since awesome fan art by
stevedesignsthings surfaced of
Jessica Chastain as Poison Ivy, she's been the fan favorite for the role. But what does
The Martian actress think about playing Dr. Pamela Ivey in the DCEU? Speaking to CinemaBlend, Chastain stated, "
I'm interested in all things where the characters are strong and dynamic, and not stereotypes or objects. I like female characters that are subjects, not objects. And so, if Poison Ivy happens to be that, sure. Throw my hat in the ring."
Of course two years prior, Chastain made critical remarks concerning female superhero roles as the women are typically showing a lot of skin. Depending on the direction Ayer takes
Poison Ivy, that could be a roadblock for Chastain if her mindset hasn't changed. "
If you look at films like Elektra and Aeon Flux, the problem that studios have is that they try to make kickass women very sexualized. They have to be in some catsuit. But if you look at the most incredible female roles, like Ripley in Alien, she is a very sexy woman but she’s not wearing a lot of make-up. She’s in a T-shirt and jeans. What’s sexy about her is how capable she is."
With WB reportedly interested in finding another superhero film to replace
The Batman on its 2018 film slate,
Gotham City Sirens (or Sirens) could suddenly find itself in production. David Ayer is set to direct and
Tomb Raider writer Geneva Dworet-Robertson has penned the script. With Margot Robbie locked as
Harley Quinn, casting for the rumored co-leads of
Catwoman and
Poison Ivy, and the rumored primary antagonist
Black Mask is all that remains before we start receiving start dates and shooting locations.