Although Michael Keaton was initially criticized for playing Batman in the 1989 film, he now believes director Tim Burton’s vision actually “changed everything in the comic book movie space.”
in a recent interview Qthis Beetlejuice Beetlejuice The actor reflects on his controversial role on Warner Bros. batmanwhich was protested by 50,000 comic fans.
“Tim deserves a huge amount of credit. He changed everything,” Keaton said of Burton’s decision to cast him as the superhero despite the uproar. “I don’t necessarily say this, but without Tim Burton, there probably wouldn’t be a Marvel Universe and there wouldn’t be a DC Universe. He’s been questioned and questioned.
“He doesn’t get enough credit for, ‘Yeah, that’s the guy,'” the actor continued. “Everyone was like, ‘Wait, Michael? You worked with him Beetlejuiceright? But I think Tim saw what happened Clean and sober [Keaton’s first non-comedic role]. I get the credit. I don’t know if he got enough recognition for this move. This is a bold move.
Burton also praised Keaton because “he has a certain energy,” which was “one of the reasons why he wanted him on board.” batman“. the director added Q”, “You just look into his eyes and he looks smart, scary, crazy, all rolled into one.
Keaton’s Batman was ultimately considered one of the best interpretations of the superhero, although other famous actors such as George Clooney, Christian Bale, Ben Affleck and Robert Pattinson also donned the suit in later films. Got the Batman suit. this Birdman The actor is even reprising his role in the 2023 film The Flash and Warner Bros.-Scrap batgirl Movie.
As for whether Keaton is disappointed? batgirl The movie was shelved, and Keaton quipped, “No, I don’t care one way or the other. Big, fun, nice check.”
But, more seriously, the actor said batgirl Directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, “I love those boys. They’re good guys. I pull for them. I want them to succeed, but I think they feel bad, and it makes me feel bad.” As for Keaton, he added ,”I am fine. “
Looking back on his Batman role, spotlight The star said he’s “actually proud of it because I love proving everyone wrong. It’s fun for me.
Burton’s batman In 1990, the film won an Academy Award for Best Art Deco Direction.
