It’s now official: Colin Farrell will play the role of the Penguin in the next Batman movie. The Irish actor will star alongside Robert Pattinson, who will slip into the Batman costume.
A rather prestigious cast, already crystallizing expectations and fantasies among fans of the bat hero.
The news was made official by the film’s director himself: Matt Reeves. Used to communicating on social networks, he posted a gif on Twitter, featuring Colin Farrell, with the caption: “Just a moment… Is that you, #Oz?“. A nod to the Penguin character’s real name, Oswald Cobblepot.
This news has delighted fans of the Irish actor, and sparked interest among others. It has to be said that Matt Reeves has never ceased to inform fans about the casting of his film, with the help of precious gifs, distributed in dribs and drabs on Twitter.
The new Batman will be released in 2021.
But be warned: although Colin Farrell may arouse curiosity, the film has long been the subject of controversy… The cause? The presence of Robert Pattinson as Batman. Many fans are already engaged in a major bashing, questioning the actor’s ability to make his character believable. Does the actor have the shoulders? Can he don the costume of Gotham City’s Dark Knight without giving us the impression that we’re looking at a pale copy of the masked hero?
Many questions and criticisms, which remain unanswered for the time being.
But the actor says he’s ready to take on the role, in the hope of convincing even the most demanding fans.
In any case, the addition of Colin Farrell to the team will add a truly Irish touch to the film’s cast. The actor will succeed Danny DeVito, who played the Penguin in Tim Burton’s 1992 Batman: The Challenge. It’s a big challenge, and one that’s already arousing a lot of curiosity! As a reminder, Colin Farrell has a certain talent for subtle, tortured roles. Let’s hope he can spring a surprise!
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