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DISCLAIMER/NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, all BATMAN movie news
BEGINS
Anyway, I KNEW this was going to happen. I predicted that many people would see BATMAN BEGINS "Warner Home Video...[was] led in the fourth quarter by the surprising opening week and legs of BATMAN BEGINS, which will generate about 90% of its $205 million box office gross on DVD (in 2005). Consumer spending on DVDs of the top summer theatrical hits typically reached 65% to 85% of box office grosses in the first few weeks of release." That tells me that the BEGINS DVD has accounted for around $184 million or so in 2005. Not bad, eh? Thanks to "Alex" for the lead... The BBC has ranked BEGINS #2 on their top 10 movies of the year! Thanks to "Monkey Chops."
Comic Review: BATMAN: YEAR TWO
I'm working on my PHANTASM review. Really, I am! Not all that much to do up here in northern Minnesota! Ride snowmobiles and write. I'll be back in Texas tomorrow to finish it up, and should have it posted Saturday.
DVD REVIEW: THE BATMAN VS. DRACULA One note about my can be read by CLICKING HERE...
One note about my BATMAN: MASK OF THE PHANTASM Thanks for all the holiday wishes via email! Happy New Year to all of our readers!
BIC updated
BOF/BIC update
New additions to BATMAN IN COMICS (BIC) will be posted next week - and on down the line as well. The new "sub-site" got off to a fantastic start and will continue to grow next year. I've got some cool things lined up for 2006 -- comic news/recaps, interviews, op-eds, etc. -- so be on the lookout for them... And finally -- Happy Holidays to all of you BOF'ers! Thank you for supporting this site -- I couldn't do it without y'all! All the best to all of y'all -- Jett.
Bale talks Bat Duece, BATMAN BEGINS: BOF's #1 Movie of the Year!
"It's all that kind of deal where I'll get it in the head if I talked," laughs Bale.
One thing Bale was extremely pleased with was the support fans gave him and director Christopher Nolan’s dark, art-house-like superhero film and hopes the next film will continue in that vein.
"We know now that people have supported what we achieved," admits the actor. "I have to say though that I always like the idea of not knowing if people are going to like it and then that gives me a certain drive to improve what I believe the correct way of bringing the character about. I like the slightly self-destructive notion of like, 'You know what, I'm going to do this regardless and if people don't like it then well I'm out. That's it.' I'm kind of enjoying that possibility and that will always be there, but we can't help that recognize that we're probably on slightly safer ground now with the second one. But in doing that there's the great danger of becoming too comfortable and obviously with the second one you have to outdo the first one."
The key for Bale is progressing with the character and story.
"You have to keep on moving forward and pressing on and finding new and impressive character points and storylines, but I've got real confidence," says Bale. "I think that Chris is such a smart man and when I did finally get into the game I would have certain questions about why he was doing something and not quite understanding it. He would explain it to me and it would be like, 'Now that he's said it's so obvious. That really works. Yeah.' So I have great faith in him that he will be pulling something out of the hat that will be even better than the first one."
Here's a shocker -- I'm announcing today that BOF's #1 movie of the year is none other than the great BATMAN BEGINS On a serious note (not that I wasn't dead serious about my rankings), BEGINS did rank #1 on a couple of sites than I dig and read regularly -- MOVIEHOLE and IGN FILMFORCE. Thanks to all of you who sent in leads to these stories! I couldn't do it without y'all... An FYI: If you see that the site has been updated, and there is no new news here, then make sure to check the DC MOVIES and BATMAN IN COMICS sub-sites... Alright y'all, I get up early. Like before 5 AM usually. Anyway, I'm watching TODAY earlier, uh, today, and Al Roker is interviewing a dude and another young lady (a Dr. of some sorts). And they are talking about how women try to change men (my young bros -- don't ever succumb). And dude (Roker) brings up "...the excellent" BATMAN BEGINS! Just a pop culture FYI for you all.
Introducing B-I-C!
I'll have my review of THE BATMAN VS. DRACULA BATMAN BEGINS is officially up for Oscar consideration in the F/X category. CLICK HERE for the full story... The DC MOVIES section has been updated.
Some critical acclaim for BEGINS!
A NEW CONTEST is ready to be entered for RUMOR HAS IT. Yeah, yeah, yeah - chicks dig BOF too.
Book Review: "BATMAN BEGINS and the Comics" & Batman can outdrink Mr. Freeze!
 
Good book - read the review... I found THIS STORY a bit funny. Seems The Bat and Freeze had a little bet during the filming of BATMAN AND ROBIN... BOF may include a monthly Batman comic book review/recap in 2006. I'm looking for a few writers. If you are: an avid reader of all the Batman comics, have a writing background, a college grad (not required, but prefered), and at least in your mid-20s plus, hit me with an EMAIL (FYI - this is a non-paying gig, sorry). Late, y'all.
Gotham not on the Globe, Hoffman/Penguin update
"I live in the Rochester, NY area, which is where Philip Seymour Hoffman grew up. The media has been covering his Golden Globe nomination for CAPOTE, and in a recent interview with his old high school drama teacher (who remains close to him) on a local news program, she confirmed that Hoffman has been in talks to take on The Penguin in the upcoming BATMAN sequel and is very interested in the role." So there you have THAT! Looks like Mr. Hoffman may really be up for the role just as BOF first reported last week. HERE is a link to the online print version of the story. And thanks to "Jordan" for the lead... I'm sure no one is shocked, but BATMAN BEGINS did not receive any Golden Globe Nominations - news that may foreshadow what is ahead for the film as far as the Oscars are concerned. In a related note - sort of - Philip Seymour Hoffman got a nomination for CAPOTE. Seymour is rumored to be a possible candidate for The Penguin in the upcoming BEGINS sequel (that is the character ends up in the film). The part is said to be a small one - almost a cameo of sorts.
Site update
BEGINS #1 comic book film of all time?
The DC MOVIES SECTION has been updated.
An umbrella for Hoffman and Rockwell wants in on the Joke?
I have been told that actor Sam Rockwell (CONFESSIONS OF A DANGEROUS MIND) "...has been personally campaigning for the role of The Joker in [Chris] Nolan's [BATMAN BEGINS] sequel." Hey, I'm sure he is - he any just about every actor his age in Hollywood! I'm kidding - sort of. Anyway, I'm not saying that Rockwell is "officially" being considered, and I'm certainly not saying he isn't either. This info came in from a reliable individual who got it from someone close to Mr. Rockwell. Our sources adds, "This doesn't mean he is confirmed or unconfirmed or even under consideration, but I can definitely say that the man is pursuing the role."
Sam Rockwell
Go over to EBAY The LEGIONS OF GOTHAM contacted BOF to let us know that the animated series THE BATMAN has been renewed for a fourth season.
New Mailbag
Candidate for Cobblepot? PJW interviews Chris Corbould!
Chris Corbould by Paul J. Wares Be on the lookout for the interview and more from PJW in the near future... The following is NOT one of those “take it to the bank” rumors. However, it was sent to BOF by one of our longtime “insiders” that we trust quite a bit. This one pertains to who may be cast as British arms dealer Oswald Cobblepot - AKA “The Penguin.” Here goes: “I thought I would send this info your way as I’m sure you and your readers will find it interesting. I sure did. Now, this is nothing more than rumor, so make sure you provide your readers that disclaimer. I heard this from someone who has the proper connections and is usually on the mark. OK, the rumor is that The Penguin will appear as one of the villains in the next [BATMAN] film, right? Got a name for you: Bob Hoskins. Got to say that that Hoskins would be perfect for the role. So if true and pans out, it would be another bit of spot on casting by the Bat-crew.”
Bob Hoskin as The Penguin? Hey, I agree with our source - Hoskins would be great! But remember what he said, this is only rumor and you should take it as such. But it's a cool rumor nonetheless.
New guest op-ed and a new PJW interview coming soon!
A longtime BOF'er out in LA recently had the chance to see BATMAN and BATMAN BEGINS back-to-back in a theater. His review/analysis can be read by CLICKING HERE... A new MAILBAG is in the works and should be posted by Sunday... THE OSCAR® IGLOO has a rundown on potential Oscar winners and gives BEGINS some run.
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DVD: Kicking Ass and Taking Names!
review - I left the damn DVD back in Texas as we were leaving for the airport! I want to watch it one more time before I post my final review. Anyway, be looking for today's updates...
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are ranked 2 thru 5 respectively. My top 5 - "superhero movies" - would be BEGINS, SPIDER-MAN 2, SUPERMAN, X2, and BATMAN at number five...