Chris Begley

Marion Cotillard confirms 'summer project', is it 'The Dark Knight Rises'?
Chris Begley
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April 4, 2011
on Marion Cotillard confirms 'summer project', is it 'The Dark Knight Rises'?
It's been a while since we've heard anything from Marion Cotillard. Back in February, Cotillard's rep confirmed that the actress was "in talks" for a part in The Dark Knight Rises. Cotillard is due to give birth to her first child within the next few weeks, and she was trying to see if The Dark…
Stan Lee wants cameo in 'The Dark Knight Rises'
Chris Begley
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April 3, 2011
on Stan Lee wants cameo in 'The Dark Knight Rises'
News has been slow, so here's a fun video for a Sunday afternoon. Marvel's Stan Lee is the man who created Spider-Man, Iron Man, the X-Men, and the Hulk... to name a few. Lee has had small cameo roles in all of his superhero's films, and it seems like he wants to cross-over to the…
Warner Bros. to 'reinvent' Batman after 'The Dark Knight Rises', Justice League movie coming in 2013
Chris Begley
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March 29, 2011
on Warner Bros. to 'reinvent' Batman after 'The Dark Knight Rises', Justice League movie coming in 2013
We're patiently awaiting the release of The Dark Knight Rises in 2012, but Warner Bros. president Jeff Robinov is already thinking beyond that. Robinov revealed some very interesting details about the future of Batman in an interview with The LA Times. Robinov's top priority is to bring all of DC Comics' superheroes together in a Justice League…
Gary Oldman on Christopher Nolan's 'The Dark Knight Rises' secrecy, Tom Hardy
Chris Begley
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March 27, 2011
on Gary Oldman on Christopher Nolan's 'The Dark Knight Rises' secrecy, Tom Hardy
Gary Oldman was interviewed at the 2011 Empire Awards. Absolute Radio asked Oldman how Christopher Nolan is so good at keeping The Dark Knight Rises details secret. Oldman responded that there are many keys and locked doors in the production office. Actors are required to read the script in the office, and Nolan verbally tells…
Michael Uslan gives brief 'The Dark Knight Rises' update
Chris Begley
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March 26, 2011
on Michael Uslan gives brief 'The Dark Knight Rises' update
[This post has been removed at the request of Michael Uslan. Uslan was misquoted by the Ball State University student who sent in the original report.] In the meantime, check out this great interview Michael Uslan did with TechCrunch last summer.
Gotham Police SUV spotted in Chicago for 'The Dark Knight Rises'?
Chris Begley
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March 25, 2011
on Gotham Police SUV spotted in Chicago for 'The Dark Knight Rises'?
It seemed as though Chicago would not be home to The Dark Knight Rises, as it was to The Dark Knight and Batman Begins... until now. Superhero Hype received an interesting tip from a Chicago resident: I might have proof that they are shooting The Dark Knight Rises here in Chicago. I was making a…
Juno Temple joins 'The Dark Knight Rises' cast
Chris Begley
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March 24, 2011
on Juno Temple joins 'The Dark Knight Rises' cast
Last week Variety reported that independent film star Juno Temple was up for a role in The Dark Knight Rises and today we have confirmation. According to Variety, Temple has landed the supporting role -- which is being described as "a street-smart Gotham girl". The Dark Knight Rises begins filming in about a month, and…
'The Dark Knight Rises' to shoot in Osterley Park?
Chris Begley
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March 23, 2011
on 'The Dark Knight Rises' to shoot in Osterley Park?
Just got an email from a reader about a run in with Christopher Nolan and crew yesterday. Here's what he had to say: Yesterday (22nd March 2011) whilst jogging in Osterley Park, (West London) I bumped into a large group of Production Personnel on a recce. I recognized Wally Pfister and Chris Nolan along with…
If not Falcone, is Joseph Gordon-Levitt Black Mask in 'The Dark Knight Rises'?
Chris Begley
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March 21, 2011
on If not Falcone, is Joseph Gordon-Levitt Black Mask in 'The Dark Knight Rises'?
It's been a crazy few days for The Dark Knight Rises news hasn't it? First Variety confirmed that Joseph Gordon-Levitt joined the cast, then they reported that he was playing Alberto Falcone, and now Entertainment Weekly says he's playing a completely different role. So who exactly is Joseph Gordon-Levitt playing? Batman on Film thinks they…
Joseph Gordon-Levitt is Alberto Falcone in 'The Dark Knight Rises'? [Update: Not so fast...]
Chris Begley
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March 19, 2011
on Joseph Gordon-Levitt is Alberto Falcone in 'The Dark Knight Rises'? [Update: Not so fast...]
Update 03/21/11: Entertainment Weekly (which is owned by Warner Bros.' parent company Time Warner) is reporting that Joseph Gordon-Levitt will not be playing Alberto Falcone in The Dark Knight Rises. Let the speculation continue... After confirming that Joseph Gordon-Levitt joined the cast of The Dark Knight Rises, Variety is back with another big scoop. According…
Joseph Gordon-Levitt joins 'The Dark Knight Rises' cast, Juno Temple up for role
Chris Begley
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March 18, 2011
on Joseph Gordon-Levitt joins 'The Dark Knight Rises' cast, Juno Temple up for role
We've heard that Joseph Gordon-Levitt was "in talks" to join The Dark Knight Rises cast, but now Variety reports that the deal is official. Variety is unsure which role Gordon-Levitt has landed, but...
Michael Keaton pays his respects to Michael Gough
Chris Begley
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March 18, 2011
on Michael Keaton pays his respects to Michael Gough
After the sad news of Michael Gough's passing, Tim Burton's Batman -- Michael Keaton, payed his respects to Gough in a statement to THR. To Mick-my butler, my confidant, my friend, my Alfred, I love you. God bless. He signed the message, "Michael (Mr. Wayne) Keaton". As I'm sure you know, Michael Gough played Alfred to…
Batman on film legend Michael Gough passes away
Chris Begley
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March 17, 2011
on Batman on film legend Michael Gough passes away
I know this isn't The Dark Knight Rises news, but I felt it deserved more attention than just a Twitter or Facebook post. It saddens me to report that Michael Gough has passed away at the age of 94. Gough is best known amongst Batman fans for his role as Alfred. Gough was one of…
Christian Bale begins to prepare for 'The Dark Knight Rises'
Chris Begley
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March 15, 2011
on Christian Bale begins to prepare for 'The Dark Knight Rises'
While I'm sure Christian Bale has already begun to get in shape for The Dark Knight Rises, take this particular story with a grain of salt. Showbiz Spy had the following to report, via a "source" close to Bale: With Bruce Wayne and Batman he feels this is his last chance to really nail the…
Two-Face may return in 'The Dark Knight Rises' after all? [Update]
Chris Begley
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March 11, 2011
on Two-Face may return in 'The Dark Knight Rises' after all? [Update]
Ok this is strange… Last fall, Aaron Eckhart stated in multiple interviews that he would not be returning in The Dark Knight Rises. CBS News caught up with Eckhart recently and asked one more time if we’d see the return of Two-Face. This time, Eckhart smiled and said
Gary Oldman hints at another villain in 'The Dark Knight Rises' [Update]
Chris Begley
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March 9, 2011
on Gary Oldman hints at another villain in 'The Dark Knight Rises' [Update]
Gary Oldman has been a great source for The Dark Knight Rises news recently. In an interview with E! Online, Oldman revealed that Bane and Catwoman may not be the only villains in Christopher Nolan's final Batman movie: I think it's a villain from one of the old, old, from way back from the old…
Gary Oldman: 'The Dark Knight Rises' brings the story back to 'Batman Begins'
Chris Begley
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March 8, 2011
on Gary Oldman: 'The Dark Knight Rises' brings the story back to 'Batman Begins'
MTV sat down with Gary Oldman and he spilled a few more details about The Dark Knight Rises. Oldman echoed what he said to Collider, but added that The Dark Knight Rises brings the story back to Batman Begins. Looks like that leaked plot summary might be legit after all. Check out the full video…
Gary Oldman talks 'The Dark Knight Rises', says story is fantastic
Chris Begley
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March 6, 2011
on Gary Oldman talks 'The Dark Knight Rises', says story is fantastic
Collider caught up with Gary Oldman this weekend to talk about his new movie Red Riding Hood. Of course, he was asked about The Dark Knight Rises as well. Oldman said that while he hasn't read the script yet, he did talk to Christopher Nolan about the story. Oldman echoed Wally Pfister's comments, calling the…
Batman's new rides in 'The Dark Knight Rises'?
Chris Begley
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March 3, 2011
on Batman's new rides in 'The Dark Knight Rises'?
Seems like the Batpod won't be enough for Batman in The Dark Knight Rises. With his Batmobile destroyed (courtesy of The Joker), Batman may be taking flight...according to a source close to BOF. One of my sources mentioned the possibility of an appearance of [an aerial Bat-Vehicle]. The more I thought about it, the more…
Possible plot summary for 'The Dark Knight Rises'? [Update]
Chris Begley
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March 2, 2011
on Possible plot summary for 'The Dark Knight Rises'? [Update]
Ever since the news that Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Marion Cotillard were in talks to join The Dark Knight Rises fans have been speculating what roles they’d be playing. Now, Badass Digest is claiming...