The Batman director Matt Reeves reveals why he’s not directing the highly anticipated HBO series
Matt Reeves, known for his brilliant work in The Batmanwas a key figure in expanding the Dark Knight universe on screen. However, to the surprise of many fans, the director was not responsible for any episodes of The Penguinthe long-awaited spin-off starring Colin Farrell. Although he was involved in the development of the show, the reasons behind his decision not to direct They came to light recently, and here we tell you why.
During an exclusive interview with Collider’s Steve Weintraub, Reeves explained Prior planning and commitments made it impossible for him to direct any episode of the series.. The director was in the middle of post-production The Batman and working on the script for its sequel, Batman Part II. In his own words, This did not leave him enough room to dive headfirst in the direction of The Penguin.
Matt Reeves and the importance of time
Reeves explained this when they started developing The Penguinthey were still finishing The BatmanAnd the post-production process took up most of his energy. In addition, further complications such as the writers’ strike and other external factors have made the schedule increasingly tight.
“The thing is, I really wanted to do it.”. In fact, when we first started, Colin (Farrell) and I were talking about how great it would be if he directed some episodes. But then we were in post-production. The Batman and from there everything started to get complicated. When we realized that this would affect the script of Batman Part III knew I couldn’t direct too. In the end, When you direct a film, it’s the only thing you can do.”Reeves commented in the interview.
The director cannot be fragmented into multiple projectsand even less so when they require such intense dedication as directing a large-scale film or television series. Reeves admitted that while some directors can handle multiple projects at once, he can’t do that when he’s directing: “It’s the only thing I can concentrate on.”.
The Future of Matt Reeves and the Batman Universe
Even though he couldn’t be behind the cameras The PenguinReeves has not ruled out the possibility of being involved future tv projects tied to the Batman universe. In fact, he left the door open to directing episodes of upcoming Gotham-based series. “If the schedule allows it, and we’re working on another one of these shows, I think it would be a lot of fun. Obviously, working with Colin is a dream and I’m excited to do it again. The Batman 2“Reeves said.
Reeves’ enthusiasm to continue expanding the Gotham universe is palpable.and his creative relationship with Colin Farrell seems to be at his peak. The actor, who plays Oswald Cobblepot, known as The Penguin, has become the centerpiece of this new vision of the Batman universe. The collaboration between the two promises to continue to bear fruit.not only inside The Batman 2but in the future the projects that could arise.
The expansion of the Gotham universe
With the first of The Penguin scheduled for September 2024, Fans of the Batman universe have a lot to get excited about.. The series is already generating a lot of buzz and seems to be just the beginning of a new era for Gotham stories. Reeves, while not directing the series, remains involved in its development, which ensures that dark and detailed vision in which he presented himself The Batman will continue to live in this spin-off.
This new approach to Gotham isn’t just limited to The Penguin. The expansion of the Batman universe on television is in full swingand there is talk of other projects that could see the light of day in the near future. Reeves, who has already proven his ability to capture the essence of Gotham on the big screen, is more than willing to continue exploring new stories and characters in this fascinating universe.
What to expect from The Penguin?
The series starring Colin Farrell will explore the origins and rise to power of Oswald Cobblepot in the criminal underworld of Gotham. Farrell’s performance in the The Batman has received praise from critics and audiences alike, and his transformation into the infamous villain promises to be one of the series’ highlights.
As the Batman universe continues to expand into different formats, it’s clear that Matt Reeves’ vision will continue to be an integral part of that evolution. While I’m not responsible for managing it this time around, His influence is undeniable and fans can expect more surprises in the future.
The Penguin will premiere on September 19, 2024 on HBO Max and will be the next big chapter in Gotham’s dark and fascinating history.