Zack Snyder, the director of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, has finally explained the infamous 'Martha!' scene. Snyder stated that the scene was intended to humanize Superman in Batman's eyes and make him realize that they both have mothers named Martha. The idea was to show that they are not so different and to snap Batman out of his murderous rage. However, many fans and critics found the execution of the scene to be clumsy and forced. The movie received mixed reviews, with some praising its ambition and visuals, while others criticized its storytelling and character development [6a6b56d4].
In a recent interview, Snyder addressed the controversial 'Martha' scene and shared how they came up with the moment when they were conceiving the film. Snyder explained that mentioning 'Martha' was a way for Superman to humanize himself in front of Batman as he is about to get killed. He wanted to show that they both have mothers and that they are not so different after all. Whether you agree with Snyder's explanation or not, it shows that they put some thought into the idea and there was good intention in their rationale behind the 'Martha' moment [3c498520].
Snyder also revealed that he approached Leonardo DiCaprio for the role of Lex Luthor in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. During a meeting, DiCaprio shared several ideas about the project and offered him the role. However, DiCaprio ultimately declined the offer. Jesse Eisenberg was eventually cast as Lex Luthor in the film. Snyder also mentioned that he considered Tom Hanks and Adam Driver for the role. The movie featured Henry Cavill as Superman, Ben Affleck as Batman, and Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman [184455c3].
Zack Snyder, the director of the DC franchise, has been unable to explain the extreme reactions to his movies. He speculates that some fans were upset by his deconstructivist approach to mythology, pushing the boundaries of what audiences were accustomed to. Snyder defends his portrayal of Batman and Superman killing people in his films, suggesting that some fans were misled by inconsistent material. Despite the divisive reception, Snyder remains focused on his current projects, including his Rebel Moon project and his R-rated versions of Justice League and Army of the Dead [53bb4423].
In a surprising revelation, Snyder mentioned the possibility of remaking Batman v Superman and using Christopher Reeve's Superman and Adam West's Batman in the hypothetical film. This idea showcases Snyder's willingness to explore different iterations of the iconic characters and his desire to pay homage to the actors who have previously portrayed them. However, it is important to note that this is purely speculative, as Snyder's focus is currently on his ongoing projects and other filmmakers, such as James Gunn and Peter Safran, are now steering the DC franchise in a different direction [53bb4423].
Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon franchise is facing criticism and doubts about its future, similar to the reception of the Justice League series. The franchise has plans for six movies, but poor reception may lead to cancellation by Netflix. The ambitious and risky nature of Rebel Moon raises concerns about it following the path of Snyder's unrealized Justice League plans. Rebel Moon - Part 2: The Scargiver has continued the pattern of critical flops, making the fulfillment of Zack Snyder's 6-movie plan increasingly unlikely. Netflix's investment in the franchise is riskier than Warner Bros.' investment in the Snyderverse films. The future of the Rebel Moon franchise is uncertain, with Rebel Moon - Part 3 not yet confirmed. Extended R-rated cuts of Rebel Moon - Part 1 and Part 2 are planned. The release of Rebel Moon - Part 2: The Scargiver has left the future of the franchise uncertain. The Rebel Moon franchise is an original one, unlike the recognizable superheroes in Snyder's Justice League, making it a riskier investment for Netflix [9e1d5df3].
Santiago Cabrera, known for his role in the TV series Heroes, recently reflected on being cast as Aquaman in George Miller's Justice League: Mortal. The project was put on hold due to the 2007/2008 writer's strike, but Cabrera had the opportunity to try on the Aquaman costume at Wētā, Peter Jackson's FX company. He expressed excitement for the role and stated his openness to starring in another Marvel or DC project, particularly as a villain. Justice League: Mortal was intended to launch a shared DC Universe around the same time as the MCU. The film eventually fell apart, and Miller shifted focus to Mad Max: Fury Road. The Justice League eventually made their way to theaters in 2017, but many fans feel like they have yet to see the definitive take on the team on screen [2bf046cc].