Matt Reeves to direct ‘The Batman’ after Affleck’s refusal
February 24, 2017
Warner Bros. made an official statement that Matt Reeves will direct and produce the next standalone Batman film.
The news was also shared by Ben Affleck, who portrays the central character in the film, and was earlier pegged to direct the movie.
Welcome to the Batcave, @MattReevesLA pic.twitter.com/JsB4sGGux2
— Ben Affleck (@BenAffleck) February 24, 2017
Ha! Thanks so much, man. So excited. https://t.co/h5hTJ2lwj3
— Matt Reeves (@mattreevesLA) February 24, 2017
Matt Reeves had earlier directed Cloverfield, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes etc. Warner Bros. offered the director two weeks after Ben Affleck had turned down the offer to direct.
“I have loved the Batman story since I was a child,” Reeves was quoted as saying. “He is such an iconic and compelling character, and one that resonates with me deeply. I am incredibly honored and excited to be working with Warner Bros. to bring an epic and emotional new take on the Caped Crusader to the big screen,” he said.
