The Anticipated DC Villain Flick: Bane and Deathstroke
By August Tales
DC fans, get ready. Rumors are swirling about a potential Bane and Deathstroke movie that could bring two of DC’s most infamous villains to the big screen. With Matthew Orton, known for his work on Moon Knight and Captain America: Brave New World, reportedly involved, excitement is building for what could be a major villain-centric hit.
James Gunn and DC Studios Lead the Charge
James Gunn and Peter Safran are spearheading this project at DC Studios, which signals major potential for the film. However, it’s not yet confirmed if the movie will tie directly into Gunn’s broader DC Universe. Fans are left speculating how this might fit into DC’s evolving cinematic landscape.
Plot Details Remain a Mystery
While the involvement of Bane and Deathstroke is certain, the film’s exact plot remains a closely guarded secret. There’s no clear indication yet of how central these two characters will be to the storyline. But with Gunn and Safran at the helm, expectations are high that it will be something special.
DC Villains Are Taking the Lead
This new villain-focused project follows the success of DC’s Joker and the popular Penguin series on HBO Max. Villain-led stories have proven to be profitable and compelling for fans. The first Joker movie grossed over $1 billion at the box office, showing the strong appeal of these darker narratives. Now, it seems DC is banking on the rise of its villain roster, with Bane and Deathstroke leading the charge.
Marvel’s Influence on the Villain Craze
Marvel’s own ventures into anti-heroes, like Deadpool and Wolverine, have demonstrated the commercial success of flawed characters. Together, they earned $1.3 billion, proving there’s significant audience interest in morally complex figures. Interestingly, Deathstroke’s character has often been cited as the inspiration behind Marvel’s Deadpool, which raises the stakes for how DC will handle this portrayal.
Iconic Roles Revisited
Bane, known for being the villain who broke Batman both physically and mentally, was memorably portrayed by Tom Hardy in The Dark Knight Rises. There’s been growing speculation about who might take on the role this time, with actor Dave Bautista expressing interest in becoming the next Bane. Given his past collaborations with Gunn, this casting could be more than just wishful thinking.
On the other hand, Deathstroke remains a fan favorite. Joe Manganiello portrayed the character in Zack Snyder’s Justice League, leaving fans eager for more. At one point, Manganiello was slated to face off against Ben Affleck’s Batman in a solo film directed by Gareth Evans. While that project never materialized, there’s still hope that Manganiello could return to the DC Universe under Gunn’s leadership.
DC’s Villain Trend Continues to Build
With The Penguin series continuing on HBO Max and Joker 2 set to hit theaters on October 4, 2024, DC’s villain momentum shows no signs of slowing. In the comics, the trend is mirrored by new series focusing on iconic Batman villains like Harvey Dent/Two-Face, offering fans more villainous content than ever before. As DC leans deeper into these darker stories, anticipation grows for the imaginative and gripping narratives still to come.
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