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Zack Snyder built this gritty realistic superhero world for his version of DCEU. Starting withMan of Steelin 2013, theWatchmendirector helmed three successful movies while planning several other dropped projects. One common criticism he received forBatman v Supermanwas that he did not properly flesh out solo superhero stories before going for an ensemble film. However, Snyder clarified why he chose to do the team-up film.
Snyder’sBatman v. Supermanwas largely panned by the critics. Despite receiving a dream opening at the box office, the film saw a historical drop in its second week. However, the film’s quality is still debated among fans, with Snyder cultists absolutely loving the film.
Zack Snyder Explains Why He DidBatman v. SupermanBeforeMan of Steel 2
Many DC fans believe thatZack Snydershould’ve been given the chance to flesh out more individual superhero stories before ensemble films. Out of the three films he helmed in the DCEU, only one was a superhero origin story. Interestingly, Snyder planned to do another Superman film but ended up doingBatman v. Superman.
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Snyder’s second film introduced Batman into the mix without a proper origin story for the character. TheRebel Moondirector appeared on theHappy Sad Confusedpodcast, and host Josh Horowitz had the same question about why he chose to do the ensemble instead ofMan of Steel 2.
Snyder explained that he had left clues about Bruce Wayne’s existence in the same universe as Clark Kent.Man of Steelscenes contained the Wayne Enterprises logo on a satellite, and there were also clues about Lex Corp. Once these clues were introduced, Snyder shared that it was really difficult to hold off on these popular characters.
TheArmy of the Deaddirector also wanted to explore the contrasting characters of Superman and Batman in the film. He added thatBatman v. Supermanwas one of those films where the extended version was a million times better than the theatrically released film. Snyder shared on theHappy Sad Confusedpodcast:
“We put the Wayne Enterprises logo on that satellite right, and we knew Lex Corp existed. It was really on our minds, and I just like having Batman. I’ve said this famously that like once we said that Batman exists in that universe, it’s really hard to hold him off. Because he really is in a lot of ways the opposite of Superman. Again, that’s a perfect example of a movie that’s the extended version is a million times better than the [theatrical movie].”
It was not only Snyder’s film that critics found issues with. They also hated the casting ofBen Affleckas Batman in the film. However,Snyder vehemently defended Affleck, even claiming that he was a better choice thanChristian Bale.
Zack Snyder Defends Casting Ben Affleck As DCEU’s Batman
Zack Snyder loved the casting of Ben Affleck as Batman, especially due to his towering physicality. Affleck was 6’4″, which made him a“legit big dude,”according to Snyder. Snyder toldJoe Roganon the latter’s podcast that when theGone Girlactor wore the two-inch Batsuit boots, he was literally a 6’6″ scary-looking thing.
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Affleck also trained hard for the role and bulked up. In addition, he wore a muscle suit under his Batsuit. Snyder also noted that Affleck’s chin perfectly stood out in the cowl. Zack Snyder shared onThe Joe Rogan Experience:
“Affleck’s 6’4″, you know? He’s a legit big dude. And the shoes, the boots are like two inches, so he’s literally almost 6’6″ in the costume. When he comes out in the costume – I mean, we put some muscle on him, and there’s a muscle suit under the suit, and he’s, legitimately, a scary-looking thing. You know, he’s just standing there, and you’re like, ‘Holy sh*t.’ Like, dude… the chin is so insane, in that cowl. I mean, look at him… he’s legitimately… that’s Batman to me.”
Snyder’s support for big actors to play the role is a sentiment shared by many DC fans. These fans are now rooting forAlan Ritchson, thehulking Reacher star, to play Batman inJames Gunn‘s new DCU.Batman v Supermanand other DCEU films are now available for streaming on Max and Netflix.
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Hashim Asraff is a Senior Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, with over 2,800 articles published on celebrity culture, comic book movies, and major TV franchises. With a background in Sociology and a keen interest in pop culture, Hashim brings a unique lens to breaking news stories, character deep-dives, film rankings, and fan-driven perspectives.His coverage often includes the MCU, DCU, hit network shows, and celebrity profiles, giving readers a rich blend of entertainment and analysis. A longtime fan of crime and investigative series, Hashim has watched thousands of episodes of NCIS, Criminal Minds, Law & Order: SVU, Bones, Blue Bloods, and The RookieA passionate storyteller and wordsmith, Hashim has also worked as a ghostwriter and managed multiple social media handles. He brought his writing expertise to FandomWire to also pursue his lifelong love for cinema and television.
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