Variety Exclusive - Joseph Gordon-Levitt's Role in THE DARK KNIGHT RISES Batman Movie

According to an Exclusive story at Variety, Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt's will play Alberto Falcone, son of Mafia chieftain Carmine Falcone ( A.K.A. The Holiday Killer ), who Tom Wilkinson played in “Batman Begins,” insiders tell Variety's Jeff Sneider. The younger Falcone would bring Christopher Nolan’s “Batman” trilogy full-circle, and fits with the director's stated intentions for continuity and “realistic” villains. For the full-story, click HERE! THE DARK KNIGHT RISES is scheduled to open July 20th, 2012.

R.I.P. Michael Gough 1917 - 2011 ( Alfred, Batman Movies )

I have some very sad news to share. The Actor Michael Gough has passed away at the age of 94. Of course as Batman Fans we all know & love him as Alfred Pennyworth, the Butler to both Bruce Wayne & Batman. He appeared in 4 Batman films: 1989 Batman, 1992 Batman Returns, 1995 Batman Forever, and 1997's Batman & Robin. He played the character with Michael Keaton, Val Kilmer and George Clooney. He is best known for this role but he also had a very long career, appearing in over 150 films. On a personal level, I have always had a lot of respect for this Actor. He played the "Alfred" role perfectly. He was very dignified, proper, and had a great sense of humor. I always enjoyed how he played the character in a "loving, caring" way.

As sort of a tribute to Michael Gough I have posted a few videos. One is a short documentary that covered his Alfred character in the "Batman Returns" movie. The 2nd clip is an appearance he made in one of his many Batman/OnStar TV Commercials. He was a great Actor & will be missed.

Batman Movie News - Actor Tom Hardy Talks BANE & THE DARK KNIGHT RISES

This cool video features a recent interview that appeared on Britsh TV. It's the Actor Tom Hardy sort of talking about BANE, the Villain he will play in the next Batman film, The Dark Knight Rises. He also talks a lot about Director Christopher Nolan.

Help ADAM WEST Get a Star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame

The photo up above of the ADAM WEST STAR on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is fake. I made it using a photo-editing program by typing his name in a gold-colored font on top of a photo of an actual star, why? Because for some reason the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has, for all these years, denied Adam West of the honor. Well, right now a Film Maker, named James Tooley, is trying to complete a Documentary that will help Mr. West get accepted. But he needs money to finish the project so he started a Kickstarter project to gather donations. If you think West deserves a star then please donate. Donations can be as low as one dollar, but every little bit helps. Also, to see the quality of the "Starring Adam West" Documentary just watch the video down below. Oh yeah, here's the link to Kickstarter, just click HERE!

Sarah Silverman Loves Batman!

Here's an old photo showing the Comedian Sarah Silverman sporting a Vintage 1980's BATMAN T-Shirt!

News Video - Kim Jong Il Ends Nuclear Program For Lead In Next BATMAN Film

As reported from The ONION NEWS Network here is an important story about Kim Jong Il, the leader of North Korea. Apparently he really really wants to play Batman in the next BATMAN Movie. So much so that he's will to give-up his Nuclear Program to get the role.

Adam West Comes Out of His Cocoon

This picture CRACKS ME UP! Here's a very recent personal photo from Adam West ( Batman 1966 ) as a beautiful butterfly. He's so pretty, ha ha!

BATMAN MEETS JOKER - Jim Lee and Mark Hamill

I randomly came across this photo the other night & thought it was pretty cool. It shows the famous Comic Book Artist Jim Lee ( Now DC Comics Co-Publisher ) with Actor Mark Hamill, who did the voice for the Joker in the "Batman: The Animated Series" TV Cartoon & the "Batman: Arkham Asylum" video game. Mark Hamill was also in some movie called STAR WARS that I hear was pretty good.

ADAM WEST To Recieve a Star on the Walk of Stars in Palm Springs

I guess Congratulations are in order! Adam West will be honored with a STAR on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars on April 10th, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. A tribute to all his work over the years, Adam’s star will be the 329th to be placed on the famous walk through downtown Palm Springs. Mr. West is an amazing guy & really deserves this honor. So, if any Bat-Blog Fans get a chance to go then please send us some pics!!

KEVIN CONROY INTERVIEW : Voice Actor for Batman: The Animated Series Cartoon & Arkham Asylum Video Game

A friend on Facebook shared this link with me of an interview with Kevin Conroy at the HOBO TRASH CAN website( Thanks Jeff ). It's pretty interesting & Conroy always seems to be great at giving interviews. His answers are always very precise & direct. He talks about what it has been like to be the voice of Batman for so long & even gets current with the new Batman: Arkham Asylum video game. It's pretty cool, CLICK HERE! to check it out!!

Not Another Rumor About The Sequel To THE DARK KNIGHT Batman Movie!

Bloggers making rumors about future villains ( and the actors who play them ) in Batman movies get on my last nerve! So I swear that I am NOT trying to start any stupid "Sequel To The DARK KNIGHT" Batman movie rumors here! But, I am wondering... How many people think that Beyonce would make an excellent Catwoman?! She's a pretty good actress & it could be sort of an homage to Eartha Kitt from the 1966 TV Show. Plus, she's looking extremely HOT in this black catsuit shown right here! Hubba Hubba! I also think that Angelina Jolie would be a good choice too since she does sort of look like a young Julie Newmar...any thoughts? And, if not Catwoman, who would you like to see as the main villain in the next movie?

Video: Excellent JOKER IMPRESSIONS Jack Nicholson, Mark Hamill, & Heath Ledger Versions!

In this video we see an actor who does different voice impressions of three major Joker Actors: Jack Nicholson, Mark Hamill, & Heath Ledger. Personally, I think he does a pretty good job...what do you think?

Actor PAT HINGLE Died - He played Commissioner Gordon in the early BATMAN Movies

Actor Pat Hingle, who played Commissioner Jim Gordon in the Batman movies from 1989 through 1997, died on Saturday. He was only 84 years old. Friends of the family say he has battled heath problems the last few years. His last role was in "Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby" which came out in 2006. On a personal level I always liked this guy, both in the Batman movies, & many other films he did. Plus, as a regular person, he always seemed like a really cool guy. He will be missed. . . Rest in Peace. As sort of tribute I found this recent video of him talking about his life. It's titled "Pat Hingle, In His Own Words".

THE DARK KNIGHT Movie: Batman Fan Meets Actor Eric Roberts

A friend to the Bat-Blog, named Matt, got to meet Eric Roberts while Eric was filming The Dark Knight Batman movie in Chicago! Of course he plays Gotham City's "Mafia Crime Boss Salvatore Maroni" in the movie. From all reports we hear Eric Roberts is a very down-to-earth nice guy, that's cool. Thanks Matt for sharing the cool pic, that must have been a very neat experience meeting him.

BATMAN DARK MidKNIGHT CHICAGO Saturday, July 19th, 2008

Chicago's Rocky Horror Cast, Midnight Madness, will be screening the 1966 Batman movie with a LIVE Shadow Cast for a One time only show, July 19th at the Music Box Theater! Basically, you'll be able to see the original 1966 BATMAN THE MOVIE ( With Adam West & Burt Ward ) on a big screen, in a really nice old classic theater, & wonderful actors will act out the movie too...it sounds like a great party! Tickets are $10.00. For more information about the actor's group, the theater, & the show be sure to use the link buttons at the bottom of this post. Oh yeah, if you go to the event please be sure to tell them that the Bat-Blog sent ya!!
The actors include: Wally as Batman & Jenny as Robin, Jeff - Joker, Brian and Noah - The Riddler, McDee - The Penguin, Rebecca - Catwoman, Melissa - Miss Kitka, Aron - Alfred Pennyworth, Mom Elaine- Commissioner Gordon, George - Chief O'Hara, Madge the Puppet - Aunt Harriet, Chris - Commodore Schmidlapp, & Amie - Bluebeard. One more thing, the last photo shows the amazing detail to the '66 Robin Costume & that character will be played by a woman named Jenny!

KEVIN CONROY, The Voice of BATMAN, On Matlock!!

This short video clip is pretty funny. It features the actor Kevin Conroy as he makes a special guest appearance on Matlock. If you listen to his voice very carefully you WILL HEAR BATMAN! As we all know Kevin is the voice of Batman & Bruce Wayne on Batman :The Animated Series, Justice League, and, in the near future, the voice of Batman on the new DC animated film Batman: Gotham Knight. I hope you enjoy the video, ha ha.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISTIAN BALE!! Born January 30th, 1974

Today is Christian Bale's 34th birthday. He was born on Jan. 30th, 1974. We want to wish Christian Bale a very very Happy Birthday! In a recent Bat-Blog poll we asked readers who their favorite Batman actor was & Bale is winning the poll by incredible numbers. The Batman Begins movie, and soon the Dark Knight, has brought the Batman film franchise OUT of the retirement. Most Batman Fans are very thankful for that & it has a lot to do with Christian Bale being such a great actor & so perfect for the role. Here's wishing him more success, happiness, & heath...Happy Birthday Dude!

Bat-Birthday: GEORGE DZUNDZA Voice Actor

George Dzundza ( pronounced "ZUHN-zuh" ), was the voice of Arnold Wesker, the Ventriloquist on Batman: The Animated Series. He turns 62 on July 19th.

You might recognize him from other TV shows or movies. He was a regular on LAW AND ORDER, he voiced Perry White on the new Superman cartoons, & has been seen on current episodes of Grey's Anatomy. He also played across from Denzel Washington & Gene Hackman in CRIMSON TIDE.
Happy Birthday George!!

THE DARK KNIGHT Batman Movie News AARON ECKHART To Play Harvey Dent

I just read in the BAT-BLOG Message Boards that Variety Magazine named Aaron Eckhart as the actor Warner Bros picked to play Harvey Dent in the New Batman movie THE DARK KNIGHT! He was the lead character in a recent film called "Thank You For Smoking", about how evil the real-life tobacco industry is, ha ha. He looks like a good choice & I think the next bat-Film is gonna be awesome!!