Yeah, I say we keep this thread around until Aquaman, and then start a new one first thing in the new year. Aquaman is apparently more of a standalone movie, and Flash *is* considered the finale, but Aquaman is a still a DCEU movie/character. That, and I doubt there's a ton of DCU news before the end of the year, outside of Superman: Legacy, considering so much has yet to even be developed. We can play it by ear, though...

You run the show around here, so it should be your call…

Edit: Seriously

Today I read that Blue Beetle is actually considered the first movie in Gunn's DCU despite that one being made prior to Gunn's arrival. Doesn't make sense to me.

Just checked the part where he talks about Swamp Thing and he's a real fanboy who is saying the right things,which is more than I needed
I just need body horror,give me that gross stuff pic.twitter.com/pRERlHweyD https://t.co/Vio3pOiuaD

— Turtle 🔱(CR: The Authority) (@SteelSandRun) June 29, 2023

There's zero reason to kill Blue Beetle if there's no connection to the DCEU. Especially if people connect with the character. No reason he can't be part of the new DCU just because the DCEU is dead. It's not even out yet. Seems unfair to punish them.

As for Peacemaker, I agree, even though I liked that show.

It's blatant favoritism to keep that, but get rid of literally everything else.

I totally get not killing the character, it's just weird that the movie itself won't count.

Yeah, I really liked Peacemaker as well and would love a second season if not for the DCU. It's 100% blatant favoritism.

Ah. Yeah, agreed.

BREAKING: DC Studios will not make a Hall H appearance at San Diego Comic Con this year.

They’ll ‘probably’ be there next year. pic.twitter.com/XfIIZJEm41

— Home of DCU (@homeofdcu) July 1, 2023

So, basically next to no studio presence at ComicCon this year due to the potential SAG strike.

Years ago, there were heavy rumors of a Lobo movie? Has anyone heard if this is effectively cancelled at this point?

Story: AQUAMAN 2 recently wrapped a third, yes a THIRD, round of reshoots and has been in post-production for over 18 months. Almost unprecedented, even in big blockbuster moviemaking. But has it now turned a corner? A look inside THE LOST KINGDOM. https://t.co/Z4NTNqq5FG

— Borys Kit (@Borys_Kit) July 19, 2023

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I think what he is saying is Chris Nolan would film everything practically no matter the cost or difficulties in filming in the fathoms.

Can't wait to see the reshoots with dad bod Mamoa.

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I think what he is saying is Chris Nolan would film everything practically no matter the cost or difficulties in filming in the fathoms.

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Sure. But there would be no complaints about CGI.

I have a question. Here we are on multiple threads, wondering if the follow-ups to two billion-dollar films (Aquaman and Captain Marvel) will be bombs or not, or if anyone cares about them anymore. Superhero fatigue has been discussed to death. Audiences aren't turning out to see films unless they're supported by strong word of mouth. Then I remember that James Gunn's rebooted DC universe will bring us The Authority, the Brave and the Bold, a Waller TV series and Creature Commandos.

Is this a terrible ****ing idea? For folks who say "the MCU should have stopped with Endgame," is this just doubling down on the wrong ideas like the Sony with their Spideyless Spideyverse?

I saw a suggested YouTube video of "fancasting The Authority" and my initial thought was that I couldn't possibly care less. And that's as one of the biggest comic book fans on this board.

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I have a question. Here we are on multiple threads, wondering if the follow-ups to two billion-dollar films (Aquaman and Captain Marvel) will be bombs or not, or if anyone cares about them anymore. Superhero fatigue has been discussed to death. Audiences aren't turning out to see films unless they're supported by strong word of mouth. Then I remember that James Gunn's rebooted DC universe will bring us The Authority, the Brave and the Bold, a Waller TV series and Creature Commandos.

Is this a terrible ****ing idea? For folks who say "the MCU should have stopped with Endgame," is this just doubling down on the wrong ideas like the Sony with their Spideyless Spideyverse?

I saw a suggested YouTube video of "fancasting The Authority" and my initial thought was that I couldn't possibly care less. And that's as one of the biggest comic book fans on this board.

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This is beautiful!
Reminded me of when #AndyMuschietti revealed to #SashaCalle she was #Supergirl.
I wish #XoloMaridueña and #BrunaMarquezine a brilliant future the size of their dreams and hopes in Hollywood, regardless of what happens to #BlueBeetle pic.twitter.com/mE9vEK0P6i

— Luiz Fernando (@Luiz_Fernando_J) August 7, 2023

So good.

That's pretty cool, and I like Xolo in Cobra Kai. I just don't see any way that Blue Beetle doesn't bomb though. Even if it's great, the deck is stacked against it.

Box office thread was predicting $30M+ for an opening.

I like Gal Gadot.

I like Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman.

And in theory, or in a vacuum, I wouldn't mind a third, Gal-Gadot-starring, Patty-Jenkins-less Wonder Woman movie.

But I simply do not understand this strategy from Gunn & Safran of keeping certain DCEU characters/actors around, while replacing others, and claiming the whole thing is a reboot. Nor do I understand why they seemingly refuse to provide explicit clarity to their audience in that regard...

During a meeting with James Gunn and Peter Safan, Gal Gadot says she was told

"You’re in the best hands. We’re going to develop Wonder Woman 3 with you. [We] love you as Wonder Woman— you’ve got nothing to worry about"

(https://t.co/e5nwpEPKhg) pic.twitter.com/u02L5YyhdJ

— Geek Vibes Nation (@GeekVibesNation) August 10, 2023

tHeY hAvE nO pLaN!

EXCLU: #WonderWoman3 is not taking flight.

Gal Gadot said Gunn/Safran said "we’re going to develop" it together.

But sources tell me Gadot was never promised WW3, nor was there any definitive discussion of Gadot’s WW continuing in the new DC Universe.https://t.co/FFHiVo1Tf3

— Zack Sharf (@ZSharf) August 10, 2023

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