The Oscars 2024 got really exciting when Arnold Schwarzenegger and Michael Keaton locked eyes in a stare-down. You could feel the nostalgia hitting the crowd hard. These two used to be Batman buddies, so seeing them together again got everyone hyped up. And guess what? Danny DeVito was there, too, adding to the buzz.
The 76-year-old’s tough-guy vibe and Keaton’s mysterious charm brought back memories of their movie magic. DeVito’s joining the mix just made things even more interesting. It was like a blast from the past that had everyone talking.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Playfully Teased Michael Keaton About Their Batman Days At The Oscars
At the Oscars, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito reunited to dish out some Batman gossip and crack up the audience. These two Hollywood legends, known for their 90s comedy Twins, shared the stage to hand out Oscars for visual effects and editing.
But before getting down to business, they couldn’t resist griping about their days as Batman baddies. DeVito was the Penguin in Batman Returns, and Schwarzenegger froze Gotham as Mr. Freeze in Batman & Robin. The crowd loved it, reminiscing about those classic superhero flicks.
"Twins" co-stars and former Batman villains Arnold Schwarzenegger and Danny DeVito jokingly berate Michael Keaton from the #Oscars stage. https://t.co/UNgGySGz3r pic.twitter.com/bPLTrLlcNk
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Schwarzenegger’s jokes and Keaton’s witty comebacks kept the mood light, showing off their on-screen chemistry and friendship. And when they spotted Michael Keaton, the OG Batman himself, they couldn’t resist teasing him too.
“You have a lot of nerve to show your face around here,” Schwarzenegger teased Keaton, who took it all in stride. How cool was that? It’s not every day you see former Batman villains giving a hard time to the Dark Knight himself at the Oscars!
Moments like these remind us why we love the Academy Awards. And let’s not forget the epic chemistry between Schwarzenegger and Keaton and the unforgettable roles they’ve played.
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Michael Keaton In Their Iconic Batman Roles
As Schwarzenegger and Keaton rocked their Batman roles at the Oscars and playfully teased each other, let’s not overlook their iconic performances. In 1997’s Batman and Robin, Schwarzenegger plays Dr. Victor Fries, aka Mr. Freeze.
His character is a scientist turned crook after a lab accident leaves him needing sub-zero temperatures to survive. Driven by love, he’s on a mission to cure his cryogenically frozen wife, Nora. Thanks to Batman, he finds hope for her recovery.
On the other hand, when Tim Burton brought Batman to the screen in 1989, he took a gamble on Keaton as Bruce Wayne. Back then, the 72-year-old was known for comedies, not superhero flicks. It was like casting Jonah Hill as Batman today. But Keaton nailed it.
Many have donned the cape, but Keaton’s Batman is still top-notch. He captured Batman’s dual nature perfectly.
As Bruce Wayne, he seemed uneasy, hiding behind a billionaire mask. But as Batman, he owned the night, striking fear into bad guys with just a glare. And when he was with Vicki Vale, his true self emerged. Both actors left a mark on Batman fans that won’t fade anytime soon.
