Batman is one of the most popular DCU superheroes, who is loved by superhero fans for his saddening origin story, complex personality, and his commitment to justice. Over the years, the iconic DC character has been played by renowned actors such as Robert Pattinson, Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, Michael Keaton, and George Clooney. Each actor has added something unique to the Knight of Gotham, making their performance authentic and leaving a lasting mark on the minds of the fans.
While each portrayal of the Caped Crusader was unique and widely remembered. However, when Michael Keaton was asked if he liked the portrayal of the Ticket to Paradise actor as The Dark Knight, Keaton was surprised because he did not remember the portrayal of Clooney in Batman & Robin, which is disheartening for the legacy of the cult classic film.
Michael Keaton Forgets George Clooney’s Portrayal as Batman In The Cult Classic Film
The 1997 film, directed by Joel Schumacher, featured George Clooney in the role of Batman in Batman & Robin featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger in the role of Mr. Freeze. However, the superhero film was a massive disappointment at the box office as the film collected only $238.3 million, despite having a budget of $42.3 million. As a result, many people do not remember the portrayal of the actor in the superhero role.
During an exclusive interview with The Guardian, Michael Keaton shared how did not bond with George Clooney because when the actor called “Brotherhood,” the actor did not remember his portrayal until someone reminded him that Clooney played the iconic character in the 1997 film.
“I didn’t [talk about Batman with George Clooney], but he used to shout at me, ‘Hey, the brotherhood!’ And I’d go, ‘Hey!’ But I had no idea what he meant. I swear to God! And he did it a bunch of times: ‘Brotherhood!’ And then someone explained it to me, and I was like, ‘Ohhhhh!’ I mean, I think I’d forgotten he was in [Batman & Robin].”
Clooney’s portrayal was not only forgotten by Michael Keaton but also by the DC fandom. As a result, he made a return to the role, which sent the fans into surprise in the new DC movie.
*Spoiler Alert!* George Clooney Returns As Batman In The Flash
As The Flash hit theatres across the world, critics and fans are left impressed by the outstanding performance of the actors in the film. The film is worth watching as it was based on the Flashpoint comics, which resulted in a number of jaw-dropping cameos in the film. The film also marked the ending of Ben Affleck’s portrayal as Batman and featured Michael Keaton returning to reprise his role as the Knight of Gotham.
However, in the final scene, Barry Allen was on the phone with Bruce Wayne, who calls to congratulate the Speedster, and Allen shares how he wants to talk about his misadventures in the multiverse, the next time they get to see each other, and Wayne tells that he is on his way and cuts the call. An expensive car pulls up in front of Barry Allen, and Bruce Wayne steps out of the car, but it was not Ben Affleck, instead it was George Clooney.
Allen was left surprised and a conversation took place between them. Barry Allen asked, “Who the f**k is this?” As Clooney’s Batman appears, he tells him, “You’re not Batman,” with Bruce asking, “What’s wrong with you?” This scene has left the fans perplexed, as they get to see all the Batmen in the role of Bruce Wayne.
Who Was The Best Batman In The Flash?
The Flash marked the end of Zack Snyder’s DCEU and marked the beginning of James Gunn’s DCU as a praise-worthy film. The film features time traveling and traversing the multiverse so that the reboot can make sense to the fans, and it will feature Ezra Miller in the lead role of Barry Allen/ The Flash.
The movie not only featured Ben Affleck and George Clooney in their iconic roles but also George Clooney which was a treat to the DC fans. But they have often wondered, which actor’s portrayal was the best. Ben Affleck’s portrayal of Batman in Zack Snyder’s DCU has faced mixed reactions from the fans, as he brought a darker version of the character, capturing the physical intensity of Bruce Wayne and his alter ego.
On the other hand, George Clooney’s portrayal of the character was forgotten by the fans over time as his 1997 film, Batman & Robin was a disaster, and his portrayal was flawed and heavily criticized by fans and critics, as he failed to capture Wayne’s depth and complexity as a character.
Last, but not the least, Michael Keaton’s portrayal of Bruce Wayne is loved by the fans for his authentic portrayal of the character’s nature as well as the charisma and charm of Bruce Wayne. Many fans often consider him the best actor to play the role of Batman. Nonetheless, the presence of each actor in the DC movie was a treat in itself, and some fans claim it is the greatest DC movie.
The Flash can be watched in theatres near you.
Source: The Guardian
