We know that Zack Snyder is a director who is very committed to Batman and the DC Universe. Sometimes it goes so far that you completely lose control and literally destroy the current management.
Zack Snyder, director of Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice recently raised criticism about how DC is handling the Batman character. While some may agree with him, we still get the impression that the director seems pretty bitter about the current situation. What is certain is that he believes he could have done better. What new can we learn about it? We warn you, this is a topic that leads to complete disagreement.
Zack Snyder’s management of Batman goes uncredited
Snyder criticizes Batman’s treatment, particularly regarding his no-killing policy. In an interview on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, Snyder described how this approach makes Batman less relevant. In his opinion, if Batman is not put in situations where he is faced with moral dilemmas, such as whether or not to kill, he becomes less interesting for contemporary stories.
Snyder has already faced controversy over his portrayal of the masked vigilante, most notably in Batman v. Superman, where Batman is involved in the death of several enemies. This has sparked debate among fans as to whether this depiction is in keeping with the spirit of the character as traditionally portrayed in comics where Batman refrains from killing.
Additionally, Snyder mentioned the upcoming changes in the DC Cinematic Universe. Stresses that his Snyderverse is now officially over. With the reboot of the DC Universe, films like “Aquaman” and “The Lost Kingdom” mark the end of an era that was generally marked by disappointing box office results.
Another DCU
DC Studios will open a new cinematic universe under the new leadership of James Gunn and Peter Safran. First up is the Creature Commandos television series at the end of 2024, followed by a new Superman film directed by David Corenswet, scheduled for July 11, 2025.
Snyder’s approach, often criticized or praised, aimed to explore comic book heroes in a darker, more realistic setting and to challenge the traditional values associated with these characters. However, this view has polarized both fans and critics and led to heated debates about the nature of comic book heroes in the modern context.
