batman is shortly to reach theaters in Latin America and the world. This new proposal from DC, distributed by Warner Bros. and directed by Matt Reeves, has fans excited, not only because of all the attention it has received Robert Pattinson for his already confirmed dark approach to the hero, but also for all the marketing display that has anticipated brutal action.
On the other hand, the construction of the characters is what has also aroused the interest of the public. At this point, Jeffrey Wright has made it clear that this film will be committed to inclusion and diversity.
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In that sense, he spoke about his role as James Gordon, who was previously made into fiction by white actors, and how it is a true representation of the society in which we currently live.
“It is relevant. This is what the world looks like outside of the cinema, you know. The current police commissioner… although Gordon is the lieutenant in our movie, you know Gotham is made from New York City, our police commissioner is a black woman, our mayor is a black ex-cop, that’s reality”, expressed the actor in an interview with Black Film and TV (via Tomatazos).
“It’s not about diversity, diversity for diversity, it’s not something as picturesque as that, it’s about reflecting the reality of the times, the reality of our society,” added the artist.
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The Batman – official synopsis
Two years stalking the streets as Batman, striking fear into the hearts of criminals, has brought Bruce Wayne deep into the shadows of Gotham City. With only a few trusted allies—Alfred Pennyworth, Lieutenant James Gordon—among the city’s corrupt network of high-ranking officials and figures, the reclusive vigilante has established himself as the sole incarnation of vengeance among his fellow citizens.
When is the movie released?
To the delight of fans, The Batman will hit theaters in our country next Thursday, March 3. Among the villains we will see, we have The Riddler, The Penguin, Catwoman and Joker is expected to be included in the final cut.