<p>The God Of Thunder aka Thor is back to spice things up in the superhero universe. The trailer of &nbsp;Taika Waititi's highly anticipated film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' was dropped on Tuesday and it promises fans one hell of a ride. Chris Hemsworth returns as the Marvel superhero in the film that has Thor taking on a new journey post 'Avengers: Endgame'.&nbsp;<br />
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The teaser, released last month, had already peaked our excitement but the trailer takes the excitement&nbsp;a few notches higher as for the first time, fans get a glimpse of Christian Bale's villainous character 'Gorr the God Butcher'.&nbsp;<br />
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The trailer, filled with Waittiti's signature style humour, also gives a further glimpse of Natalie Portman's Mighty Thor character as well Russel Crowe as Zeus.&nbsp;<br />
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The trailer has Wititi- who voices and plays Korg in the film- narrating Thor's transformation from "dad bod to god bod" and Thor and his significant ex Dr Jane Foster aka Might Thor's first encounter.&nbsp;<br />
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While the humour is intact throughout the trailer, it is the eerie presence of Gorr the God Butcher(a bald, pale looking Christian Bale with yellow eyes) that catches everyone's attention.&nbsp;<br />
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The film also features Tessa Thompson, Chriss Pratt and Dave Bautista in key roles.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Watch the trailer of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' here:&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p>Marvel's 'Thor: Love and Thunder' marks Taika Waititi and Chris Hemsworth's second collaboration after 'Thor: Ragnarok'. The film releases in theatres on July 8.&nbsp;</p>


The God Of Thunder aka Thor is back to spice things up in the superhero universe. The trailer of Taika Waititi's highly anticipated film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' was dropped on Tuesday and it promises fans one hell of a ride.

The God Of Thunder aka Thor is back to spice things up in the superhero universe. The trailer of Taika Waititi's highly anticipated film 'Thor: Love and Thunder' was dropped on Tuesday and it promises fans one hell of a ride. Chris Hemsworth returns as the Marvel superhero in the film that has Thor taking on a new journey post 'Avengers: Endgame'. The teaser, released last month, had already peaked our excitement but the trailer takes the excitement a few notches higher as for the first time, fans get a glimpse of Christian Bale's villainous character 'Gorr the God Butcher'. The trailer, filled with Waittiti's signature style humour, also gives a further glimpse of Natalie Portman's Mighty Thor character as well Russel Crowe as Zeus. The trailer has Wititi- who voices and plays Korg in the film- narrating Thor's transformation from "dad bod to god bod" and Thor and his significant ex Dr Jane Foster aka Might Thor's first encounter. While the humour is intact throughout the trailer, it is the eerie presence of Gorr the God Butcher(a bald, pale looking Christian Bale with yellow eyes) that catches everyone's attention. The film also features Tessa Thompson, Chriss Pratt and Dave Bautista in key roles. Watch the trailer of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' here: Marvel's 'Thor: Love and Thunder' marks Taika Waititi and Chris Hemsworth's second collaboration after 'Thor: Ragnarok'. The film releases in theatres on July 8.

'Thor: Love and Thunder' trailer out, reveals first look of Christian Bale's villainous character Gorr

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<p>Hollywood actor Christian Bale will next be seen in multi starrer Marvel film ‘Thor 4’. The MCU film will pit Christian Bale as villain Gorr The God Butcher.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ever since Thor Love and Thunder has been announced, this is the first time that images have leaked from the set, featuring Bale. He can be seen sporting a bald look.</p>

<p>In the leaked images, Christian Bale is seen wearing hooded sleeveless robes. The look matches the comic book version of Gorr.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Thor 4 will also see Natalie Portman in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thor-love-and-thunder-new-stills-tease-natalie-portman-as-female-thor-392078">Mighty Thor avatar.</a> Tessa Thompson will be seen as Valkyrie as she embraces her bisexuality along with the cameo of Guardians of The Galaxy team.</p>

<p>‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ is directed by <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-taika-waititi-on-thor-love-and-thunder-craziest-thing-ive-ever-done-397524">Taika Waititi</a> and is set for a 2022 release.</p>


Hollywood actor Christian Bale will next be seen in multi starrer Marvel film ‘Thor 4’. The MCU film will pit Christian Bale as villain Gorr The God Butcher. Ever since Thor Love and Thunder has been announced, this is the first time that images have leaked from the set, featuring Bale.

Hollywood actor Christian Bale will next be seen in multi starrer Marvel film ‘Thor 4’. The MCU film will pit Christian Bale as villain Gorr The God Butcher. Ever since Thor Love and Thunder has been announced, this is the first time that images have leaked from the set, featuring Bale. He can be seen sporting a bald look. In the leaked images, Christian Bale is seen wearing hooded sleeveless robes. The look matches the comic book version of Gorr. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MisterEddQuin (@mistereddquinoficial) × Thor 4 will also see Natalie Portman in Mighty Thor avatar. Tessa Thompson will be seen as Valkyrie as she embraces her bisexuality along with the cameo of Guardians of The Galaxy team. ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ is directed by Taika Waititi and is set for a 2022 release.

Christian Bale looks unrecognisable in leaked set pics from 'Thor 4'

<p>We told you earlier this week that the cast and crew of ‘<strong>Thor: Love and Thunder’ </strong>have <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thor-love-and-thunder-wraps-filming-in-sydney-reports-388602">wrapped filming </a>and now lead<strong> actor Chris Hemsworth</strong> has confirmed the same.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taking to social media, Chris announced that the film is now complete with its production work as he shared a behind-the-scenes picture of himself with director Taika Waititi. Announcing the same, he shared a post that reads: "That’s a wrap on <strong>Thor Love and Thunder</strong>, it’s also national don’t flex day so I thought this super relaxed photo was appropriate. The film is gonna be batshit crazy off the wall funny and might also pull a heartstring or two. Lots of love, lots of thunder! Thank you to all the cast and crew who made this another incredible Marvel journey. Buckle in, get ready and see ya in cinemas!! (sic)."</p>

<p>The director too shared the news with his fans and Thor enthusiasts. Taika shared the same picture as Chris and wrote, "And that's a wrap on Thor: Love and Thunder. Sometimes two people come together to inspire the world and change the cinematic landscape forever. And then there's me and <strong>@chrishemsworth</strong> who are too cool to care about anything except making movies that bring people absolute joy. Ok I don't look cool I know that (sic)."</p>

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<p>‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ has been in production since January in Australia. It is scheduled to release in May 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is the fourth film in the Thor franchise. Taika Waititi is back as director after he helmed the 2017 film ‘Thor: Ragnarok’. The new film also features Russel Crowe and Natalie Portman in important roles. Christian Bale stars as the villain. Tessa Thompson will return as Valkyrie, who is now leading the Asgardians. Matt Damon and Jeff Goldblum are also returning after their appearance in Thor Ragnarok. The Guardians of the Galaxy cast members Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista and Karen Gillan will also be reprising their MCU characters.&nbsp;<br />
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We told you earlier this week that the cast and crew of ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ have wrapped filming and now lead actor Chris Hemsworth has confirmed the same. Taking to social media, Chris announced that the film is now complete with its production work as he shared a behind-the-scenes picture of himself with director Taika Waititi.

We told you earlier this week that the cast and crew of ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ have wrapped filming and now lead actor Chris Hemsworth has confirmed the same. Taking to social media, Chris announced that the film is now complete with its production work as he shared a behind-the-scenes picture of himself with director Taika Waititi. Announcing the same, he shared a post that reads: "That’s a wrap on Thor Love and Thunder, it’s also national don’t flex day so I thought this super relaxed photo was appropriate. The film is gonna be batshit crazy off the wall funny and might also pull a heartstring or two. Lots of love, lots of thunder! Thank you to all the cast and crew who made this another incredible Marvel journey. Buckle in, get ready and see ya in cinemas!! (sic)." The director too shared the news with his fans and Thor enthusiasts. Taika shared the same picture as Chris and wrote, "And that's a wrap on Thor: Love and Thunder. Sometimes two people come together to inspire the world and change the cinematic landscape forever. And then there's me and @chrishemsworth who are too cool to care about anything except making movies that bring people absolute joy. Ok I don't look cool I know that (sic)." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Taika Waititi (@taikawaititi) × ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ has been in production since January in Australia. It is scheduled to release in May 2022. This is the fourth film in the Thor franchise. Taika Waititi is back as director after he helmed the 2017 film ‘Thor: Ragnarok’. The new film also features Russel Crowe and Natalie Portman in important roles. Christian Bale stars as the villain. Tessa Thompson will return as Valkyrie, who is now leading the Asgardians. Matt Damon and Jeff Goldblum are also returning after their appearance in Thor Ragnarok. The Guardians of the Galaxy cast members Chris Pratt, Dave Bautista and Karen Gillan will also be reprising their MCU characters.

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<p>We can't contain our excitement anymore! The already star-studded line up of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' has got a new member aboard. <strong>Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe</strong> has joined the film that is being helmed by Taika Waititi.&nbsp;<br />
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The 56-year-old star is joining <strong>Chris Hemsworth</strong>, who is reprising his role as the God of Thunder; Natalie Portman; and Christian Bale, who will be <strong>playing the villain</strong>.<br />
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The makers had planned to keep the `Gladiator` star`s role as a surprise cameo but the actor's photos from the film set were leaked online which led to speculation among fans whether he was too a part of the film or not.&nbsp;<br />
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Now a report on the Deadline has confirmed he is in the movie. Insiders say Crowe is one of many surprises to come out of the film, with Matt Damon also confirmed to reprise his cameo from `Thor: Ragnarok.`&nbsp;<br />
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The film is set to be released on May 6, 2022. Crowe was recently tapped to star opposite Zac Efron in Peter Farrelly`s `The Greatest Beer Run Ever`, which was just acquired. He was most recently seen in the Solstice Studios thriller `Unhinged`.&nbsp;</p>


We can't contain our excitement anymore! The already star-studded line up of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' has got a new member aboard. Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe has joined the film that is being helmed by Taika Waititi.

We can't contain our excitement anymore! The already star-studded line up of 'Thor: Love and Thunder' has got a new member aboard. Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe has joined the film that is being helmed by Taika Waititi. The 56-year-old star is joining Chris Hemsworth, who is reprising his role as the God of Thunder; Natalie Portman; and Christian Bale, who will be playing the villain. The makers had planned to keep the `Gladiator` star`s role as a surprise cameo but the actor's photos from the film set were leaked online which led to speculation among fans whether he was too a part of the film or not. Now a report on the Deadline has confirmed he is in the movie. Insiders say Crowe is one of many surprises to come out of the film, with Matt Damon also confirmed to reprise his cameo from `Thor: Ragnarok.` The film is set to be released on May 6, 2022. Crowe was recently tapped to star opposite Zac Efron in Peter Farrelly`s `The Greatest Beer Run Ever`, which was just acquired. He was most recently seen in the Solstice Studios thriller `Unhinged`.

Russell Crowe joins the star studded cast of 'Thor: Love And Thunder' 

<p>Christian Bale will reunite with filmmaker Scott Cooper for a thriller titled&nbsp;'The Pale Blue Eye'&nbsp;that revolves around a young Edgar Allen Poe.&nbsp;The Oscar-winning actor has previously collaborated with the director for critically-acclaimed movies 'Out of the Furnace' and 'Hostiles'.</p>

<p>According to Deadline, Cooper will write and direct the film which is based on a 2003 novel by Louis Bayard. The story is set in 1830 and finds a veteran detective (Bale) investigating a gruesome murder at West Point Academy. As an assistant, the detective takes on a young poet with a penchant for drink, the man who will someday come to be known to the world as Edgar Allen Poe. As they work to uncover the mystery, their own friendship soon unravels as Poe delves into his partner's own dark past.<br />
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Cooper said that the film is his attempt at whodunnit genre. "I want to make films that push me into a different, maybe uncomfortable space, but I am glad to have Christian go there with me. I've wanted to make this for over a decade and fortunately for me, Christian has perfectly aged into the lead character," the filmmaker said. "He was far too young when I first thought of making this. Films are meant to happen at the right time. Christian is always in high demand, but to be able to make this with him will be such a joy for me," he added.</p>

<p>Production hopes to begin this fall. Bale and Cooper will also both produce the film, as will John Lesher and Cross Creek's Tyler Thompson.</p>

<p>This will be Bale and Cooper's third feature film together. Cooper last directed 'Antlers'&nbsp;for Searchlight Pictures and was also attached to direct Margaret Qualley in "A Head Full of Ghosts."</p>

<p>Bale most recently starred in 'Ford v. Ferrari' and is at work on David O. Russell's untitled next film at New Regency and Marvel's 'Thor: Love and Thunder.'</p>

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Christian Bale will reunite with filmmaker Scott Cooper for a thriller titled 'The Pale Blue Eye' that revolves around a young Edgar Allen Poe. The Oscar-winning actor has previously collaborated with the director for critically-acclaimed movies 'Out of the Furnace' and 'Hostiles'.

Christian Bale will reunite with filmmaker Scott Cooper for a thriller titled 'The Pale Blue Eye' that revolves around a young Edgar Allen Poe. The Oscar-winning actor has previously collaborated with the director for critically-acclaimed movies 'Out of the Furnace' and 'Hostiles'. According to Deadline, Cooper will write and direct the film which is based on a 2003 novel by Louis Bayard. The story is set in 1830 and finds a veteran detective (Bale) investigating a gruesome murder at West Point Academy. As an assistant, the detective takes on a young poet with a penchant for drink, the man who will someday come to be known to the world as Edgar Allen Poe. As they work to uncover the mystery, their own friendship soon unravels as Poe delves into his partner's own dark past. Cooper said that the film is his attempt at whodunnit genre. "I want to make films that push me into a different, maybe uncomfortable space, but I am glad to have Christian go there with me. I've wanted to make this for over a decade and fortunately for me, Christian has perfectly aged into the lead character," the filmmaker said. "He was far too young when I first thought of making this. Films are meant to happen at the right time. Christian is always in high demand, but to be able to make this with him will be such a joy for me," he added. Production hopes to begin this fall. Bale and Cooper will also both produce the film, as will John Lesher and Cross Creek's Tyler Thompson. This will be Bale and Cooper's third feature film together. Cooper last directed 'Antlers' for Searchlight Pictures and was also attached to direct Margaret Qualley in "A Head Full of Ghosts." Bale most recently starred in 'Ford v. Ferrari' and is at work on David O. Russell's untitled next film at New Regency and Marvel's 'Thor: Love and Thunder.'

Christian Bale to work with Scott Cooper again for thriller 'The Pale Blue Eye'

<p>Robert De Niro has joined next David O Russell movie along with Mike Myers, Timothy Olyphant, Michael Shannon, Chris Rock, and Anya Taylor-Joy.</p>

<p>Andrea Riseborough, Matthias Schoenaerts, and Alessandro Nivola have also joined the cast. Meanwhile, the previously announced cast includes Hollywood stars <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/christian-bale">Christian Bale</a>, Margot Robbie and John David Washington.</p>

<p>David O Russell will be directing the film from his own script.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Plot details are being kept under wraps on the movie, which will be Russell's return to the director's seat for the first time since 2015's ‘Joy’ that starred Jennifer Lawrence.</p>

<p>The movie is expected to start January in Los Angeles.&nbsp;</p>


Robert De Niro has joined next David O Russell movie along with Mike Myers, Timothy Olyphant, Michael Shannon, Chris Rock, and Anya Taylor-Joy. Andrea Riseborough, Matthias Schoenaerts, and Alessandro Nivola have also joined the cast.

Robert De Niro has joined next David O Russell movie along with Mike Myers, Timothy Olyphant, Michael Shannon, Chris Rock, and Anya Taylor-Joy. Andrea Riseborough, Matthias Schoenaerts, and Alessandro Nivola have also joined the cast. Meanwhile, the previously announced cast includes Hollywood stars Christian Bale, Margot Robbie and John David Washington. David O Russell will be directing the film from his own script. Plot details are being kept under wraps on the movie, which will be Russell's return to the director's seat for the first time since 2015's ‘Joy’ that starred Jennifer Lawrence. The movie is expected to start January in Los Angeles.

Robert De Niro joins Christian Bale in multi-starrer David O Russell movie

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<p>Upcoming Marvel film ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ will have none other than the award-winning actor Christian Bale in the main&nbsp;antagonist role and the internet is finding it hard to believe with fans going berserk.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the massive Disney investor presentation that took place last night, Marvel Studios president Kevin Geige made the announcement that shook everyone (in a good way). The film directed by Taika Waititi has just gotten more interesting with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/christian-bale">Christian Bale</a>’s addition to <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-thor-love-and-thunder-natalie-portman-reveals-exciting-details-about-her-film-as-female-thor-333915">Natalie Portman taking the mantle of female Thor </a>(character Jane Foster) and obviously the original Thor Chris Hemsworth reprising his role.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/disney-expands-marvel-and-star-wars-galaxy-for-its-streaming-platform-348978">Disney expands Marvel and Star Wars galaxy for its streaming platform</a></p>

<p>Christian Bale will portray the villain Gorr the God Butcher in the highly-anticipated movie.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>This is the fourth film in the Thor franchise.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taika Waititi previously revealed, "When we were shooting Ragnarok, I was reading one storyline by Jason Aaron, called THE MIGHTY THOR. And for those of you that don't know that storyline, it's incredible and full of emotion and love and thunder. And it introduces, for the first time, a female Thor,” confirming that Jane Foster, played by Portman, will become the Mighty Thor, Goddess of Thunder.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For all you Thor fans, ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ will get a theatrical release on May 6, 2022.</p>


Upcoming Marvel film ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ will have none other than the award-winning actor Christian Bale in the main antagonist role and the internet is finding it hard to believe with fans going berserk.

Upcoming Marvel film ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ will have none other than the award-winning actor Christian Bale in the main antagonist role and the internet is finding it hard to believe with fans going berserk. At the massive Disney investor presentation that took place last night, Marvel Studios president Kevin Geige made the announcement that shook everyone (in a good way). The film directed by Taika Waititi has just gotten more interesting with Christian Bale’s addition to Natalie Portman taking the mantle of female Thor (character Jane Foster) and obviously the original Thor Chris Hemsworth reprising his role. Disney expands Marvel and Star Wars galaxy for its streaming platform Christian Bale will portray the villain Gorr the God Butcher in the highly-anticipated movie. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Marvel Studios (@marvelstudios) × This is the fourth film in the Thor franchise. Taika Waititi previously revealed, "When we were shooting Ragnarok, I was reading one storyline by Jason Aaron, called THE MIGHTY THOR. And for those of you that don't know that storyline, it's incredible and full of emotion and love and thunder. And it introduces, for the first time, a female Thor,” confirming that Jane Foster, played by Portman, will become the Mighty Thor, Goddess of Thunder. For all you Thor fans, ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ will get a theatrical release on May 6, 2022.

This just happened! Christian Bale to play villain in Marvel's 'Thor: Love and Thunder'

<p>Matt Reeves, the director for upcoming Batman film revealed that there is something that the old Batman actor Christian Bale told the new guy Robert Pattinson.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Having played Batman in three of Christopher Nolan’s trilogy, Christian Bale’s Batman is a highly revered version of the animated character.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During Matt Reeves’ The Batman DC FanDome panel, the director received a fan question asking how much input the actors had on their costumes. While talking of the “practical” Bat suit, Reeves revealed Bale’s advice to Pattinson.</p>

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<p>Reeves said, “Rob actually talked to Christian Bale, and Christian Bale was like, ‘Just make sure you’re gonna be able to relieve yourself.’” The director would follow up by saying Pattinson needed to be able to “put it on” and also needs "to live as a human being” in the suit.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-This-is-why-Matt-Reeves-The-Batman-will-no-longer-be-shot-on-location-anymore-313257">This is why Matt Reeves' 'The Batman' will no longer be shot on location anymore</a></p>

<p>Ben Affleck, who was the first Batman post-Dark Knight Rises, revealed that Christian Bale told him to make sure the suit has a zipper, as he had to go through three films as Batman without a zipper.</p>

<p>'The Batman' will hit theaters in October 2021, and 'The Flash', which also features Michael Keaton’s version of the Dark Knight, has a release date of June 2022.</p>


Matt Reeves, the director for upcoming Batman film revealed that there is something that the old Batman actor Christian Bale told the new guy Robert Pattinson. Having played Batman in three of Christopher Nolan’s trilogy, Christian Bale’s Batman is a highly revered version of the animated character.

Matt Reeves, the director for upcoming Batman film revealed that there is something that the old Batman actor Christian Bale told the new guy Robert Pattinson. Having played Batman in three of Christopher Nolan’s trilogy, Christian Bale’s Batman is a highly revered version of the animated character. During Matt Reeves’ The Batman DC FanDome panel, the director received a fan question asking how much input the actors had on their costumes. While talking of the “practical” Bat suit, Reeves revealed Bale’s advice to Pattinson. Reeves said, “Rob actually talked to Christian Bale, and Christian Bale was like, ‘Just make sure you’re gonna be able to relieve yourself.’” The director would follow up by saying Pattinson needed to be able to “put it on” and also needs "to live as a human being” in the suit. This is why Matt Reeves' 'The Batman' will no longer be shot on location anymore Ben Affleck, who was the first Batman post-Dark Knight Rises, revealed that Christian Bale told him to make sure the suit has a zipper, as he had to go through three films as Batman without a zipper. 'The Batman' will hit theaters in October 2021, and 'The Flash', which also features Michael Keaton’s version of the Dark Knight, has a release date of June 2022.

From one Batman to another: This was Christian Bale's advice to Robert Pattinson

<p>Remember the hit film ‘American Psycho’ that starred Christian Bale in a leading role? Well, there was someone else who wanted that role for himself and despite his stardom did not get it!</p>

<p>It was recently revealed that Leonardo DiCaprio was very keen on grabbing that role of Patrick Bateman, the wealthy New York investment banker who would turn into a serial killer in the night.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film, based on Bret Easton Ellis' 1991 novel of the same name, was released in April 2000.</p>

<p>Though Christian Bale was always the first choice for director Mary Harron, things changed when Leonardo DiCaprio expressed his interest in the project.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The filmmaker revealed in an interview, "I didn't agree with that partly because he was such a big star but also because he had a teenage girl fanbase. I just didn't think he was right for it � so I was fired from the movie for a while.”</p>

<p>Mary was then removed for the project to make way for Leonardo but things couldn’t work out when Lionsgate got in Oliver Stone to direct but had issues with them meeting middle ground with the script.</p>

<p>"They couldn't agree on the script, so they brought me back and I was able to cast Christian," Harron said.</p>

<p>On Christian Bale, she said, "His physical preparation was beyond what I expected. I thought he might have to visit the gym, because Bateman works out, but he went through a complete physical transformation. He only ate grilled chicken.”</p>


Remember the hit film ‘American Psycho’ that starred Christian Bale in a leading role? Well, there was someone else who wanted that role for himself and despite his stardom did not get it!

Remember the hit film ‘American Psycho’ that starred Christian Bale in a leading role? Well, there was someone else who wanted that role for himself and despite his stardom did not get it! It was recently revealed that Leonardo DiCaprio was very keen on grabbing that role of Patrick Bateman, the wealthy New York investment banker who would turn into a serial killer in the night. The film, based on Bret Easton Ellis' 1991 novel of the same name, was released in April 2000. Though Christian Bale was always the first choice for director Mary Harron, things changed when Leonardo DiCaprio expressed his interest in the project. The filmmaker revealed in an interview, "I didn't agree with that partly because he was such a big star but also because he had a teenage girl fanbase. I just didn't think he was right for it � so I was fired from the movie for a while.” Mary was then removed for the project to make way for Leonardo but things couldn’t work out when Lionsgate got in Oliver Stone to direct but had issues with them meeting middle ground with the script. "They couldn't agree on the script, so they brought me back and I was able to cast Christian," Harron said. On Christian Bale, she said, "His physical preparation was beyond what I expected. I thought he might have to visit the gym, because Bateman works out, but he went through a complete physical transformation. He only ate grilled chicken.”

Not Christian Bale, Leonardo DiCaprio would have been in 'American Psycho' if he had his way

<p>We are excited to see Christian Bale in an MCU film and have been thinking of all possible roles that the brilliant actor can take up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to a website called Illuminerdi, Christian Bale will play an intergalactic villain in the next MCU film. Wouldn’t that just be awesome and so different for Bale, who has recently been seen in serious and dark roles? This will be a major break from all the roles we usually associate him with.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The next MCU film will be ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ and will star some eminent Hollywood actors. Natalie Portman will reprise her role as Jane Foster to double up as the first female Thor while Taika Waititi will helm the project.</p>

<p>Thor will obviously be Chris Hemsworth.</p>


We are excited to see Christian Bale in an MCU film and have been thinking of all possible roles that the brilliant actor can take up. According to a website called Illuminerdi, Christian Bale will play an intergalactic villain in the next MCU film.

We are excited to see Christian Bale in an MCU film and have been thinking of all possible roles that the brilliant actor can take up. According to a website called Illuminerdi, Christian Bale will play an intergalactic villain in the next MCU film. Wouldn’t that just be awesome and so different for Bale, who has recently been seen in serious and dark roles? This will be a major break from all the roles we usually associate him with. The next MCU film will be ‘Thor: Love and Thunder’ and will star some eminent Hollywood actors. Natalie Portman will reprise her role as Jane Foster to double up as the first female Thor while Taika Waititi will helm the project. Thor will obviously be Chris Hemsworth.

Christian Bale to play villain in next MCU film 'Thor: Love and Thunder'?

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<p>Who doesn't like a story of an underdog? There is always so much to root for in such a film and when you club an underdog story with moto racing- the experience is bound to give you an adrenaline rush. Which is exactly what director James Mangold's film 'Ford V Ferrari' does.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The film based on an actual incident in 1966 when Ford had the audacious dream to surpass reigning champ Ferrari at the prestigious 24 hours Le Mans championship in France. This at a time when Ford sales were at an all-time low.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As they bring car engineer Carroll Shelby on board to design the fastest racing car, Shelby puts together the best team and creates a car that not just changes the history of moto racing but also the fortunes of Ford. Shelby, in turn, brings in Ken Miles, a war veteran and a professional race car driver who may know his job but is too brash for everyone's liking. And while Shelby and Miles dream big, officials at Ford want Miles out as they feel his behaviour may cost the company the tournament and tarnish their image.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;Writers Jez Butterworth, John-Henry Butterworth, Jason Keller deliver an entertaining, gripping story that keeps the viewers hooked. Though the film takes an unusually long time to establish itself, the bromance, the racing sequences, and the 1960s America is well depicted in the film. Perhaps to justify the title, the film spends too much time giving a back story of how Ford initially wanted a tie-up with Ferrari and when the deal fell through, they decided to compete at the racing circuit.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The film is propelled by great acting. Lead actors Matt Damon and Christian Bale are known for their acting prowess and have proved their talent in several films before. Bale always manages to transform himself physically for each of the characters he plays and this film is no different. He looks and behaves as the jaded, feisty rather cynical race car driver who has too much pride and less work. Damon, on the other hand, has an easier role to play yet manages to stand out - complete with southern accent and mannerisms. It's great to watch their bromance on-screen as they complement each other well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The other high point of the film is the racing sequences which give you an adrenaline rush. Shot superbly by cinematographer Phedon Papamichael, the racing sequences look real and are supremely entertaining. You may or may not be motor racing enthusiast but you will find yourself hooked till the end.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There is something for everyone. It is a story of beating the odds, working hard to make your dreams come true, a story of teamwork and sportsman spirit and of a son who idolizes his father.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite its length, 'Ford v Ferrari' is a breezy ride. It mostly keeps up the pace, shows off some incredible moments of a moto racing championship, and has amazing sports cars on display. The performances just act as the icing.&nbsp;</p>


Who doesn't like a story of an underdog? There is always so much to root for in such a film and when you club an underdog story with moto racing- the experience is bound to give you an adrenaline rush.

Who doesn't like a story of an underdog? There is always so much to root for in such a film and when you club an underdog story with moto racing- the experience is bound to give you an adrenaline rush. Which is exactly what director James Mangold's film 'Ford V Ferrari' does. The film based on an actual incident in 1966 when Ford had the audacious dream to surpass reigning champ Ferrari at the prestigious 24 hours Le Mans championship in France. This at a time when Ford sales were at an all-time low. As they bring car engineer Carroll Shelby on board to design the fastest racing car, Shelby puts together the best team and creates a car that not just changes the history of moto racing but also the fortunes of Ford. Shelby, in turn, brings in Ken Miles, a war veteran and a professional race car driver who may know his job but is too brash for everyone's liking. And while Shelby and Miles dream big, officials at Ford want Miles out as they feel his behaviour may cost the company the tournament and tarnish their image. Writers Jez Butterworth, John-Henry Butterworth, Jason Keller deliver an entertaining, gripping story that keeps the viewers hooked. Though the film takes an unusually long time to establish itself, the bromance, the racing sequences, and the 1960s America is well depicted in the film. Perhaps to justify the title, the film spends too much time giving a back story of how Ford initially wanted a tie-up with Ferrari and when the deal fell through, they decided to compete at the racing circuit. The film is propelled by great acting. Lead actors Matt Damon and Christian Bale are known for their acting prowess and have proved their talent in several films before. Bale always manages to transform himself physically for each of the characters he plays and this film is no different. He looks and behaves as the jaded, feisty rather cynical race car driver who has too much pride and less work. Damon, on the other hand, has an easier role to play yet manages to stand out - complete with southern accent and mannerisms. It's great to watch their bromance on-screen as they complement each other well. The other high point of the film is the racing sequences which give you an adrenaline rush. Shot superbly by cinematographer Phedon Papamichael, the racing sequences look real and are supremely entertaining. You may or may not be motor racing enthusiast but you will find yourself hooked till the end. There is something for everyone. It is a story of beating the odds, working hard to make your dreams come true, a story of teamwork and sportsman spirit and of a son who idolizes his father. Despite its length, 'Ford v Ferrari' is a breezy ride. It mostly keeps up the pace, shows off some incredible moments of a moto racing championship, and has amazing sports cars on display. The performances just act as the icing.

'Ford v Ferrari' review: Matt Damon, Christian Bale's film gives an adrenaline rush

<p>American actor Matt Damon and English actor Christian Bale, have acquired a ton of temporary acting expertise over the years, from playing the piano to speaking in specific foreign accents.<br />
<br />
Some of those random skills that have stuck with them, including the amateur race car driving skills they learned for their new film '<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ford-v-ferrari-review-matt-damon-christian-bales-film-gives-an-adrenaline-rush-262338">Ford v Ferrari</a>', which are occasionally applicable to driving in Los Angeles, horseback riding poker and more.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
The 45-year-old actor Bale admitted, "I do think the driving skill is very practical", I do feel confident, I feel like justifiably, we've learned how to put a car through its absolute extremes and paces".<br />
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The 'Dark Knight'&nbsp;star added, that it's not just the speed, but also just testing breaks and really pushing that, and so "I do feel good about that," reported a&nbsp;Magazine.<br />
<br />
The 49-year-old actor offered to ask, "Fake fighting?". "I'll win any fight as long as I could just miss you by an inch. Right?" said Bale."Yeah, as long as you agree to react to my punches. You can't just swing at me," added Damon.<br />
<br />
Bale also revealed that he can be a bit showy with a rope, as he added, "I can do a bit of trick roping, it's not in use every day, but I can do it a little bit. I learned that a while back. Horseback riding too, with that I could jump on the horse&nbsp;backward and whatnot".<br />
<br />
Damon while recollecting his learning from a movie that he did long time ago and was happy for doing that, he told "I had never played golf, and I learned how to play golf and for the last 20 years of my dad's life we'd always play around the golf, just me and him walking around together".<br />
<br />
He thinks that the experience turned out to be "something that was really good". The actor said, "Maybe someday I'll do that with my kids too, but I haven't&nbsp;played since he passed away. Also Poker I learned from a movie and I still play. That was fun".<br />
<br />
Both actors lament the fact that they can't remember more of their former expertise. "It takes me a long time to learn anything and I forget it incredibly quickly," said Bale. While Bale asked, "Isn't that frustrating,?" Bale responded, "I wish it was the other way around".&nbsp;</p>


American actor Matt Damon and English actor Christian Bale, have acquired a ton of temporary acting expertise over the years, from playing the piano to speaking in specific foreign accents.

American actor Matt Damon and English actor Christian Bale, have acquired a ton of temporary acting expertise over the years, from playing the piano to speaking in specific foreign accents. Some of those random skills that have stuck with them, including the amateur race car driving skills they learned for their new film 'Ford v Ferrari', which are occasionally applicable to driving in Los Angeles, horseback riding poker and more. The 45-year-old actor Bale admitted, "I do think the driving skill is very practical", I do feel confident, I feel like justifiably, we've learned how to put a car through its absolute extremes and paces". The 'Dark Knight' star added, that it's not just the speed, but also just testing breaks and really pushing that, and so "I do feel good about that," reported a Magazine. The 49-year-old actor offered to ask, "Fake fighting?". "I'll win any fight as long as I could just miss you by an inch. Right?" said Bale."Yeah, as long as you agree to react to my punches. You can't just swing at me," added Damon. Bale also revealed that he can be a bit showy with a rope, as he added, "I can do a bit of trick roping, it's not in use every day, but I can do it a little bit. I learned that a while back. Horseback riding too, with that I could jump on the horse backward and whatnot". Damon while recollecting his learning from a movie that he did long time ago and was happy for doing that, he told "I had never played golf, and I learned how to play golf and for the last 20 years of my dad's life we'd always play around the golf, just me and him walking around together". He thinks that the experience turned out to be "something that was really good". The actor said, "Maybe someday I'll do that with my kids too, but I haven't played since he passed away. Also Poker I learned from a movie and I still play. That was fun". Both actors lament the fact that they can't remember more of their former expertise. "It takes me a long time to learn anything and I forget it incredibly quickly," said Bale. While Bale asked, "Isn't that frustrating,?" Bale responded, "I wish it was the other way around".

'Ford v Ferrari' stars Matt Damon, Christian Bale reveal their surprising movie-learned skills

<p>Christian Bale has a penchant for creative roles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ‘Batman’ star is now nominated for Oscars in Best Actor category for his <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/christian-bale-shaved-his-head-bleached-eyebrows-and-gained-18-kg-to-play-former-us-vp-dick-cheney-181320">portrayal of Dick Cheney</a>, the former US Vice President in the Bush administration in the film ‘Vice’. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/oscars-2019-complete-list-of-nominees-192050">See the complete list of nominees here.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/oscars-2019-why-you-must-watch-all-the-best-picture-nominees-of-the-year-194109#roma-194092"><em>In Photos:&nbsp;Why you must watch all the Best Picture nominees of Oscars 2019</em></a></p>

<p>Speaking about his role and the film at the Berlin Film Festival on February 11, Bale feels that the film character he played is much richer than the current US President Donald Trump&nbsp;because Cheney exercised his massive power "in the shadows". &nbsp;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/christian-bale-on-meeting-donald-trump-he-thought-i-was-bruce-wayne-183741">This is what Bale said after meeting Trump.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>He added that Cheney had been "phenomenally pivotal for the last few decades in America and global situations in politics".</p>

<p>Comparing the two, Bale said, "Even though he might have led to this era, he's entirely different from Trump in the way that Cheney was always terrible at retail politics and didn't like it at all. With Trump, it seems to be the only thing he likes.”</p>

<p>"Cheney understood the power of silence... Trump can't be accused of that. He enjoyed knowing that true power was being in the shadows and working in that way."</p>

<p>Bale underwent extreme transformation to play Cheney’s part in the film. He gained more than 40 pounds (18 kilogrammes) to play his part. He added that if he was asked to do the same for Trump’s role, he couldn't imagine making the effort as he found his character uninteresting.</p>

<p>He said, "I think there'd be far better people playing Trump, right. You've probably seen some pretty good impersonations of him. But remember those books 'For Dummies'? You'd start with that, wouldn't you? Dictatorship for Dummies. That'd be the beginning."</p>

<p>It was not a cakewalk for Bale to play Cheney too. He said, "In terms of actual consequences of choices made and everything and power -- (Cheney was) far more powerful and terrifying than any other character I've ever come close to playing, any iconic character.”</p>

<p>"One thing that's essential is that you've gotta know you're going to be obsessed with it (a character) for at least three months, otherwise you're going to get bored part-way through filming which wouldn't be good news."</p>

<p>‘Vice’ is nominated for eight Academy Awards including best picture, best actor and best director. The Oscars 2019 will be announced on February 24 (February 25 in India).&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/from-christian-bale-to-bradley-cooper-heres-what-oscar-best-actor-nominees-have-been-busy-with-192516"><em>In Photos:&nbsp;Christian Bale to Bradley Cooper, Oscars 2019 Best Actor nominees are a bunch of talent!</em></a></p>


Christian Bale has a penchant for creative roles. The ‘Batman’ star is now nominated for Oscars in Best Actor category for his portrayal of Dick Cheney, the former US Vice President in the Bush administration in the film ‘Vice’.

Christian Bale has a penchant for creative roles. The ‘Batman’ star is now nominated for Oscars in Best Actor category for his portrayal of Dick Cheney, the former US Vice President in the Bush administration in the film ‘Vice’. See the complete list of nominees here. In Photos: Why you must watch all the Best Picture nominees of Oscars 2019 Speaking about his role and the film at the Berlin Film Festival on February 11, Bale feels that the film character he played is much richer than the current US President Donald Trump because Cheney exercised his massive power "in the shadows". This is what Bale said after meeting Trump. He added that Cheney had been "phenomenally pivotal for the last few decades in America and global situations in politics". Comparing the two, Bale said, "Even though he might have led to this era, he's entirely different from Trump in the way that Cheney was always terrible at retail politics and didn't like it at all. With Trump, it seems to be the only thing he likes.” "Cheney understood the power of silence... Trump can't be accused of that. He enjoyed knowing that true power was being in the shadows and working in that way." Bale underwent extreme transformation to play Cheney’s part in the film. He gained more than 40 pounds (18 kilogrammes) to play his part. He added that if he was asked to do the same for Trump’s role, he couldn't imagine making the effort as he found his character uninteresting. He said, "I think there'd be far better people playing Trump, right. You've probably seen some pretty good impersonations of him. But remember those books 'For Dummies'? You'd start with that, wouldn't you? Dictatorship for Dummies. That'd be the beginning." It was not a cakewalk for Bale to play Cheney too. He said, "In terms of actual consequences of choices made and everything and power -- (Cheney was) far more powerful and terrifying than any other character I've ever come close to playing, any iconic character.” "One thing that's essential is that you've gotta know you're going to be obsessed with it (a character) for at least three months, otherwise you're going to get bored part-way through filming which wouldn't be good news." ‘Vice’ is nominated for eight Academy Awards including best picture, best actor and best director. The Oscars 2019 will be announced on February 24 (February 25 in India). In Photos: Christian Bale to Bradley Cooper, Oscars 2019 Best Actor nominees are a bunch of talent!

'Vice': Christian Bale feels Dick Cheney makes for a richer movie character than Donald Trump

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Christian Bale to Bradley Cooper, Oscars 2019 Best Actor nominees are a bunch of talent!

<p>Christian Bale recalled the time he met Donald Trump and says the US President thought he was his Batman character Bruce Wayne.&nbsp;<br />
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Speaking at the red carpet for the premiere of his upcoming political comedy 'Vice', Bale revealed that during the filming of&nbsp; 'The Dark Knight Rises'&nbsp;at the Trump Towers, the business mogul invited him to his office.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br />
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"We were filming on Batman in Trump Tower and he said, come on up to the office," Bale told Variety.<br />
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"I think he thought I was Bruce Wayne because I was dressed as Bruce Wayne. So he talked to me like I was Bruce Wayne and I just went along with it, really. It was quite entertaining," he added.<br />
<br />
Back then, Bale said, he had no inkling that Trump would go on to become the President of the United States.<br />
<br />
"I had no idea at the time that he would think about running for president," he said.<br />
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The 44-year-old actor plays Dick Cheney, the former US vice president, in Adam McKay's 'Vice', which also features Amy Adams, Sam Rockwell and Steve Carrell in pivotal roles.</p>


Christian Bale recalled the time he met Donald Trump and says the US President thought he was his Batman character Bruce Wayne. Speaking at the red carpet for the premiere of his upcoming political comedy 'Vice', Bale revealed that during the filming of 'The Dark Knight Rises' at the Trump Towers, the business mogul invited him to his office.

Christian Bale recalled the time he met Donald Trump and says the US President thought he was his Batman character Bruce Wayne. Speaking at the red carpet for the premiere of his upcoming political comedy 'Vice', Bale revealed that during the filming of 'The Dark Knight Rises' at the Trump Towers, the business mogul invited him to his office. "We were filming on Batman in Trump Tower and he said, come on up to the office," Bale told Variety. "I think he thought I was Bruce Wayne because I was dressed as Bruce Wayne. So he talked to me like I was Bruce Wayne and I just went along with it, really. It was quite entertaining," he added. Back then, Bale said, he had no inkling that Trump would go on to become the President of the United States. "I had no idea at the time that he would think about running for president," he said. The 44-year-old actor plays Dick Cheney, the former US vice president, in Adam McKay's 'Vice', which also features Amy Adams, Sam Rockwell and Steve Carrell in pivotal roles.

Christian Bale on meeting Donald Trump: He thought I was Bruce Wayne

<p>Christian Bale is like water as an actor -- fluid and adapts to any role given to him by his director. He is back to transforming for another important role, this time for ‘Vice’ in which he plays the former US Vice President Dick Cheney.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Dick Cheney is 77, American and a very different body type -- almost making you doubt whether Bale could play the man in his biopic. After all, Bale is 44, British and well, Batman!</p>

<p>The Oscar-winning actor underwent a dramatic transformation like shaving his head, bleaching his eyebrows and gaining more than 40 pounds (18 kg) for the role. He apparently did specific exercises to thicken his neck, so that he passes off as Dick Cheney on screen.</p>

<p>Talking about the work he put on the role, Bale said, “(I was) just trying to provide a blank canvas through which these incredible [hair and makeup] artists could create the various ages of Cheney. . . . They would shave my head every day, bleach and pluck eyebrows.”</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/christian-bales-vice-to-open-capri-hollywood-film-fest-181305"><em>Also read:&nbsp;Christian Bale's 'Vice' to open Capri, Hollywood Film Fest</em></a></p>

<p>While not revealing much about the topic of the film and Bale’s role, director Adam Mckay said in an earlier interview to Variety that Cheney is “a very secretive guy, so one of the big things with this script has been to really read every single thing that’s out there. I compare it to radio telescopy, where you kind of look at the gravitational pull on one star and go, ‘Wait a minute, there must be something there that’s causing that . . .’ It’s really like detective work. . . . So there’s just been a lot of minutiae and details that we’re constantly sifting through to try and put this story together. We know a lot about him, but there’s a lot most people don’t know, and it’s pretty jaw-dropping.”</p>

<p>Bale admitted that him being offered the role was crazy from the start and said, “I love crazy ideas!” and added, “Who would have thought Adam McKay would call me up one day and say, ‘Hey, what do you think about playing Dick Cheney?’ That’s just as crazy as playing a panther.” <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/christian-bale-dont-consider-myself-the-master-of-my-craft-179737"><em>Also </em></a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/christian-bale-dont-consider-myself-the-master-of-my-craft-179737"><em>read:</em></a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/christian-bale-dont-consider-myself-the-master-of-my-craft-179737"><em>&nbsp;Christian Bale: Don't consider myself the master of my craft</em></a></p>

<p>For those who don’t know, Bale is also playing Bagheera, the panther in the upcoming film 'Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle,'&nbsp;Andy Serkis’ adaptation of 'The Jungle Book.'&nbsp;See <a href="http://www.wionews.com/entertainment/mowgli-world-premiere-in-mumbai-had-christian-bale-frieda-pinto-kareena-kapoor-and-others-in-attendance-179461">pictures</a> from the movie's world premiere in Mumbai, India. <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/managed-to-see-tiny-tiny-scratches-of-this-incredible-country-christian-bale-on-india-visit-179389">This is what he had to say about his trip to India.</a>&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is not the first time when Bale has gone all bonkers with his roles. For his 2004 film ‘The Machinist’, he dropped a reported 60 pounds, only to regain the weight and then play Batman, in just six months. He became lean for ‘American Psycho’ and then developed a paunch for ‘American Hustle.'</p>


Christian Bale is like water as an actor -- fluid and adapts to any role given to him by his director. He is back to transforming for another important role, this time for ‘Vice’ in which he plays the former US Vice President Dick Cheney.

Christian Bale is like water as an actor -- fluid and adapts to any role given to him by his director. He is back to transforming for another important role, this time for ‘Vice’ in which he plays the former US Vice President Dick Cheney. Dick Cheney is 77, American and a very different body type -- almost making you doubt whether Bale could play the man in his biopic. After all, Bale is 44, British and well, Batman! The Oscar-winning actor underwent a dramatic transformation like shaving his head, bleaching his eyebrows and gaining more than 40 pounds (18 kg) for the role. He apparently did specific exercises to thicken his neck, so that he passes off as Dick Cheney on screen. Talking about the work he put on the role, Bale said, “(I was) just trying to provide a blank canvas through which these incredible [hair and makeup] artists could create the various ages of Cheney. . . . They would shave my head every day, bleach and pluck eyebrows.” Also read: Christian Bale's 'Vice' to open Capri, Hollywood Film Fest While not revealing much about the topic of the film and Bale’s role, director Adam Mckay said in an earlier interview to Variety that Cheney is “a very secretive guy, so one of the big things with this script has been to really read every single thing that’s out there. I compare it to radio telescopy, where you kind of look at the gravitational pull on one star and go, ‘Wait a minute, there must be something there that’s causing that . . .’ It’s really like detective work. . . . So there’s just been a lot of minutiae and details that we’re constantly sifting through to try and put this story together. We know a lot about him, but there’s a lot most people don’t know, and it’s pretty jaw-dropping.” Bale admitted that him being offered the role was crazy from the start and said, “I love crazy ideas!” and added, “Who would have thought Adam McKay would call me up one day and say, ‘Hey, what do you think about playing Dick Cheney?’ That’s just as crazy as playing a panther.” Also read: Christian Bale: Don't consider myself the master of my craft For those who don’t know, Bale is also playing Bagheera, the panther in the upcoming film 'Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle,' Andy Serkis’ adaptation of 'The Jungle Book.' See pictures from the movie's world premiere in Mumbai, India. This is what he had to say about his trip to India. This is not the first time when Bale has gone all bonkers with his roles. For his 2004 film ‘The Machinist’, he dropped a reported 60 pounds, only to regain the weight and then play Batman, in just six months. He became lean for ‘American Psycho’ and then developed a paunch for ‘American Hustle.'

Christian Bale plays former US VP Cheney in 'Vice'. You'll never recognise him

<p>Christian Bale’s upcoming film ‘Vice’ starring him as former US Vice President Dick Cheney, will kick off the 2018 edition of Capri, Hollywood – The International Film Festival on December 26.</p>

<p>Adam McKay’s film from Annapurna Pictures explores the role of Dick Cheney over then-President George W Bush and the effects of his administration on the world today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Capri president Lina Wertmuller and founder Pascal Vicedomini said Monday in a statement: “A timely film from a first-class filmmaker and with a stellar cast, Vice is the perfect film to kick off our festival. We sincerely thank Megan Ellison’s Annapurna Pictures and the Leone Film Group for making this exciting awards contender available to us as our opening-night attraction.”</p>

<p>While Christian Bale plays Cheney, the film also stars Amy Adams, Steve Carell, Sam Rockwell, Tyler Perry, Alison Pill, Lily Rabe and Jesse Plemons.</p>

<p>Produced by Megan Ellison, Will Ferrell, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Adam McKay, Kevin J. Messick and Brad Pitt, ‘Vice’ is currently being pitched as a frontrunner for many coveted awards including 'best picture'&nbsp;and 'director', with Bale expected to get a 'best actor'&nbsp;nomination.&nbsp;</p>

<p>‘Vice’ is set to release in the theatres on December 25 in the US and on January 3 in Italy through Eagle Pictures and Leone Film Group.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Capri, Hollywood is an annual event that takes place off the coast of Naples. Given its close proximity to the dates of Oscars, these are a key awards night.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Apart from ‘Vice’, Eli Roth will receive a career honour at the fest and his latest film, ‘The House With a Clock in Its Walls’, starring Jack Black and Cate Blanchett, will be presented at the fest. Matteo Garrone’s ‘Dogman’ will be honoured as European Movie of the Year. Israeli director Amos Gitai will also be presented with a career honour. His latest film, ‘A Tramway in Jerusalem’, premiered out of competition at Venice this year.</p>


Christian Bale’s upcoming film ‘Vice’ starring him as former US Vice President Dick Cheney, will kick off the 2018 edition of Capri, Hollywood – The International Film Festival on December 26.

Christian Bale’s upcoming film ‘Vice’ starring him as former US Vice President Dick Cheney, will kick off the 2018 edition of Capri, Hollywood – The International Film Festival on December 26. Adam McKay’s film from Annapurna Pictures explores the role of Dick Cheney over then-President George W Bush and the effects of his administration on the world today. Capri president Lina Wertmuller and founder Pascal Vicedomini said Monday in a statement: “A timely film from a first-class filmmaker and with a stellar cast, Vice is the perfect film to kick off our festival. We sincerely thank Megan Ellison’s Annapurna Pictures and the Leone Film Group for making this exciting awards contender available to us as our opening-night attraction.” While Christian Bale plays Cheney, the film also stars Amy Adams, Steve Carell, Sam Rockwell, Tyler Perry, Alison Pill, Lily Rabe and Jesse Plemons. Produced by Megan Ellison, Will Ferrell, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Adam McKay, Kevin J. Messick and Brad Pitt, ‘Vice’ is currently being pitched as a frontrunner for many coveted awards including 'best picture' and 'director', with Bale expected to get a 'best actor' nomination. ‘Vice’ is set to release in the theatres on December 25 in the US and on January 3 in Italy through Eagle Pictures and Leone Film Group. Capri, Hollywood is an annual event that takes place off the coast of Naples. Given its close proximity to the dates of Oscars, these are a key awards night. Apart from ‘Vice’, Eli Roth will receive a career honour at the fest and his latest film, ‘The House With a Clock in Its Walls’, starring Jack Black and Cate Blanchett, will be presented at the fest. Matteo Garrone’s ‘Dogman’ will be honoured as European Movie of the Year. Israeli director Amos Gitai will also be presented with a career honour. His latest film, ‘A Tramway in Jerusalem’, premiered out of competition at Venice this year.

Christian Bale's 'Vice' to open Capri, Hollywood Film Fest

<p>From the skeletal insomniac in 'The Machinist' to the pot-bellied con artist in 'American Hustle', Hollywood superstar Christian Bale is that rare artist who stops at nothing to get under the skin of his characters.<br />
<br />
This 'transformation' is the key to his acting and keeps the process intriguing and interesting, Bale said in an interview.<br />
<br />
"It's not necessarily what everybody does. I greatly admire people who are able to be themselves and be entertaining and be one thing all the time. There is an incredible talent to that. I don't have that.<br />
<br />
"I like to see how much I can take myself out of each and every character I play. I actually enjoy that I don't have a particular technique and it changes all the time.<br />
<br />
Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't," Bale, who is currently in India to promote Andy Serkis' 'Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle' for Netflix, said.<br />
<br />
The actor, who has spoiled 'Batman' forever for other artistes with his masterful depiction of the angst-ridden superhero in Christopher Nolan's critically-lauded and commercially successful trilogy, said people often attach the tag of "method actor" to him but the term is alien for him.<br />
<br />
Not being a trained performer, the 44-year-old approaches every role with some apprehension and that one question everybody ponders over -- "Oh god, how am I gonna do this."<br />
<br />
"I don't consider myself the master of my craft and I think that's what keeps me intrigued because I never did train. I literally had couple of weekends at YMCA. I make it up each time and my wife knows this. Every time I get cast, I go, 'Oh god! How am I gonna do this.' I change my technique every single time," Bale told PTI.<br />
<br />
"People have been saying to me that 'you are a method actor'. That requires training in the method and I have no idea what that means at all. I just make it up as I go along," he added.<br />
<br />
While superhero fans just can't see or imagine anyone else playing Batman, cinephiles have always held films such as 'The Machinist', 'American Psycho' and 'The Fighter' as examples of how great his cinema is.<br />
<br />
The star's portrayal of former US vice president Dick Cheney in Adam McKay's upcoming political drama, 'Vice', a part for which Bale gained more than 40 pounds, is generating another Oscar buzz for the actor.<br />
<br />
He got the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his portrayal of trainer Dickie Eklund in David O Russel's sports drama 'The Fighter'.<br />
<br />
Playing real people might limit some actors as there is only a certain way one can be but the opposite holds true for Bale, who said he finds it liberating to be other people.</p>

<p>"When you are playing a real person, I find it actually very liberating because sometimes when you are playing an entirely fictional character, you're concerned that you are trying to steal scenes by being, perhaps, quite an exhibitionist.<br />
<br />
Whereas when you know the actual person is that, then you can turn to the director say 'Look at him for instance.' 'The Fighter', for instance, Dickie, who I'm still in touch with, look at Dickie and just come and hang out with him over dinner. He does all these things. Therefore I can get away with it. It's not just the ego of an actor. I find it actually very liberating to play real people," he said.<br />
<br />
Bale plays Bagheera, the elder brother-mentor to Mowgli in the Netflix film, which is a darker take on Rudyard Kipling's classic.&nbsp;<br />
<br />
Having known Serkis for a long time and being aware of the actor-director's reputation as the master of performance capture technique, Bale was sufficiently intrigued about the role.<br />
<br />
In a press conference on Sunday, the actor said he found a close connection with the three main characters&nbsp;panther Bagheera, man-cub Mowgli and the film's villain, Bengal tiger Shere Khan. Check out the photos of <a href="http://www.wionews.com/photos/mowgli-world-premiere-hollywood-and-bollywood-stars-grace-the-red-carpet-179515">the starry premiere here.&nbsp;</a><br />
<br />
"Like Mowgli, Bagheera had to work out who he was. He has taken the damage and turned it into love and positivity whereas Shere Khan has taken it and turned it into bitterness and hatred," Bale had said.<br />
<br />
' Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle'&nbsp; features performance capture and voice over by Bale, Serkis, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Naomie Harris, Tom Hollander and Peter Mullan. The film stars Rohan Chand as the title character.<br />
<br />
The film has been dubbed in Hindi by Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit and Kareena Kapoor.&nbsp;</p>


From the skeletal insomniac in 'The Machinist' to the pot-bellied con artist in 'American Hustle', Hollywood superstar Christian Bale is that rare artist who stops at nothing to get under the skin of his characters.

From the skeletal insomniac in 'The Machinist' to the pot-bellied con artist in 'American Hustle', Hollywood superstar Christian Bale is that rare artist who stops at nothing to get under the skin of his characters. This 'transformation' is the key to his acting and keeps the process intriguing and interesting, Bale said in an interview. "It's not necessarily what everybody does. I greatly admire people who are able to be themselves and be entertaining and be one thing all the time. There is an incredible talent to that. I don't have that. "I like to see how much I can take myself out of each and every character I play. I actually enjoy that I don't have a particular technique and it changes all the time. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't," Bale, who is currently in India to promote Andy Serkis' 'Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle' for Netflix, said. The actor, who has spoiled 'Batman' forever for other artistes with his masterful depiction of the angst-ridden superhero in Christopher Nolan's critically-lauded and commercially successful trilogy, said people often attach the tag of "method actor" to him but the term is alien for him. Not being a trained performer, the 44-year-old approaches every role with some apprehension and that one question everybody ponders over -- "Oh god, how am I gonna do this." "I don't consider myself the master of my craft and I think that's what keeps me intrigued because I never did train. I literally had couple of weekends at YMCA. I make it up each time and my wife knows this. Every time I get cast, I go, 'Oh god! How am I gonna do this.' I change my technique every single time," Bale told PTI. "People have been saying to me that 'you are a method actor'. That requires training in the method and I have no idea what that means at all. I just make it up as I go along," he added. While superhero fans just can't see or imagine anyone else playing Batman, cinephiles have always held films such as 'The Machinist', 'American Psycho' and 'The Fighter' as examples of how great his cinema is. The star's portrayal of former US vice president Dick Cheney in Adam McKay's upcoming political drama, 'Vice', a part for which Bale gained more than 40 pounds, is generating another Oscar buzz for the actor. He got the Best Supporting Actor Oscar for his portrayal of trainer Dickie Eklund in David O Russel's sports drama 'The Fighter'. Playing real people might limit some actors as there is only a certain way one can be but the opposite holds true for Bale, who said he finds it liberating to be other people. "When you are playing a real person, I find it actually very liberating because sometimes when you are playing an entirely fictional character, you're concerned that you are trying to steal scenes by being, perhaps, quite an exhibitionist. Whereas when you know the actual person is that, then you can turn to the director say 'Look at him for instance.' 'The Fighter', for instance, Dickie, who I'm still in touch with, look at Dickie and just come and hang out with him over dinner. He does all these things. Therefore I can get away with it. It's not just the ego of an actor. I find it actually very liberating to play real people," he said. Bale plays Bagheera, the elder brother-mentor to Mowgli in the Netflix film, which is a darker take on Rudyard Kipling's classic. Having known Serkis for a long time and being aware of the actor-director's reputation as the master of performance capture technique, Bale was sufficiently intrigued about the role. In a press conference on Sunday, the actor said he found a close connection with the three main characters panther Bagheera, man-cub Mowgli and the film's villain, Bengal tiger Shere Khan. Check out the photos of the starry premiere here. "Like Mowgli, Bagheera had to work out who he was. He has taken the damage and turned it into love and positivity whereas Shere Khan has taken it and turned it into bitterness and hatred," Bale had said. ' Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle' features performance capture and voice over by Bale, Serkis, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Naomie Harris, Tom Hollander and Peter Mullan. The film stars Rohan Chand as the title character. The film has been dubbed in Hindi by Abhishek Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit and Kareena Kapoor.

Christian Bale: Don't consider myself the master of my craft

<p>It was a starry night where Hollywood celebrities and stars from Bollywood hobnobbed and celebrated Netflix new film 'Mowgli: Legend Of The Jungle'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Directed by &nbsp;Andy Serkis, the live-action film will be releasing in both English and Hindi versions. Some of the biggest names of Bollywood have lent their voices to the Hindi version. On Sunday night Madhuri Dixit, Anil Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan and Kareena Kapoor interacted and posed for photos with stars Christian Bale and Frieda Pinto- who feature in the Hollywood version of the film at the premiere of the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pinto, who plays the part of Messua- Mowgli`s human mother- said that during the South Africa leg of their shoot, Andy had told her to play her part in Hindi too."So for me to go to South Africa and actually work with fellow actors all speaking in Hindi, and all the other things I associate with India came to life with this movie," she further said, while describing her journey with the movie.</p>

<p>Walking down the memory lane, Pinto recalled how one would watch `The Jungle Book` in Hindi every Sunday when it aired on Doordarshan. "There was so much of human life in the village that was captured in that version, and I have not seen that version anywhere else," she added. Pinto even credited Andy for making this film an "ode to India".</p>

<p><img alt="Mowgli premiere" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="2c932851-7d1c-4dbd-baf1-c76814569e10" src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/netflix%20mowgli.jpg" /></p>

<p>The director, earlier in the day, spoke about how the film is closest to Rudyard Kipling's book. "I am just thrilled beyond belief that we are bringing the film back to its roots to tell this story, interpretation of which has never been seen in a country that inspired... It would have not happened if not for Netflix. The tone of this story is much closer to Rudyard Kipling`s book than other versions. It was very important for me to make the film which is very closely linked to Indian culture," Andy said.<br />
The world premiere also saw the unveiling of the Hindi trailer of the much- anticipated movie. &nbsp;The lead of the film, Rohan Chand, also made an appearance.</p>

<p>One of the highlights of the event was Anil Kapoor and Andy Serkis- both of whom are voicing Baloo in their respective languages- mimicking a bear while looking at each other.</p>

<p>The casting for both the English as well as the Hindi version is quite interesting. Anil Kapoor has lent his voice for the ever-so-friendly character of Baloo and Abhishek Bachchan plays Bagheera, the black panther. Kareena, on the other hand, dubbed for the giant python Kaa, Jackie Shroff is Shere Khan. Madhuri Dixit joins the jungle as the character of Nisha, who is the wolf mother to Mowgli.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the English voice cast includes Benedict Cumberbatch as Shere Khan, Cate Blanchett as the snake Kaa, director Andy Serkis as the voice of the bear Baloo, and Christian Bale as Bagheera the panther. The English cast also stars Naomie Harris, Peter Mullan, and Matthew Rhys. Based on Rudyard Kipling`s classic novel `The Jungle Book`, the movie will stream on Netflix on December 7.</p>

<p>This is the first time a Hollywood film premiered in India first.</p>


It was a starry night where Hollywood celebrities and stars from Bollywood hobnobbed and celebrated Netflix new film 'Mowgli: Legend Of The Jungle'. Directed by Andy Serkis, the live-action film will be releasing in both English and Hindi versions.

It was a starry night where Hollywood celebrities and stars from Bollywood hobnobbed and celebrated Netflix new film 'Mowgli: Legend Of The Jungle'. Directed by Andy Serkis, the live-action film will be releasing in both English and Hindi versions. Some of the biggest names of Bollywood have lent their voices to the Hindi version. On Sunday night Madhuri Dixit, Anil Kapoor, Abhishek Bachchan and Kareena Kapoor interacted and posed for photos with stars Christian Bale and Frieda Pinto- who feature in the Hollywood version of the film at the premiere of the film. Pinto, who plays the part of Messua- Mowgli`s human mother- said that during the South Africa leg of their shoot, Andy had told her to play her part in Hindi too."So for me to go to South Africa and actually work with fellow actors all speaking in Hindi, and all the other things I associate with India came to life with this movie," she further said, while describing her journey with the movie. Walking down the memory lane, Pinto recalled how one would watch `The Jungle Book` in Hindi every Sunday when it aired on Doordarshan. "There was so much of human life in the village that was captured in that version, and I have not seen that version anywhere else," she added. Pinto even credited Andy for making this film an "ode to India". The director, earlier in the day, spoke about how the film is closest to Rudyard Kipling's book. "I am just thrilled beyond belief that we are bringing the film back to its roots to tell this story, interpretation of which has never been seen in a country that inspired... It would have not happened if not for Netflix. The tone of this story is much closer to Rudyard Kipling`s book than other versions. It was very important for me to make the film which is very closely linked to Indian culture," Andy said. The world premiere also saw the unveiling of the Hindi trailer of the much- anticipated movie. The lead of the film, Rohan Chand, also made an appearance. One of the highlights of the event was Anil Kapoor and Andy Serkis- both of whom are voicing Baloo in their respective languages- mimicking a bear while looking at each other. The casting for both the English as well as the Hindi version is quite interesting. Anil Kapoor has lent his voice for the ever-so-friendly character of Baloo and Abhishek Bachchan plays Bagheera, the black panther. Kareena, on the other hand, dubbed for the giant python Kaa, Jackie Shroff is Shere Khan. Madhuri Dixit joins the jungle as the character of Nisha, who is the wolf mother to Mowgli. Meanwhile, the English voice cast includes Benedict Cumberbatch as Shere Khan, Cate Blanchett as the snake Kaa, director Andy Serkis as the voice of the bear Baloo, and Christian Bale as Bagheera the panther. The English cast also stars Naomie Harris, Peter Mullan, and Matthew Rhys. Based on Rudyard Kipling`s classic novel `The Jungle Book`, the movie will stream on Netflix on December 7. This is the first time a Hollywood film premiered in India first.

'Mowgli' world premiere in Mumbai had Christian Bale, Frieda Pinto, Kareena Kapoor and others in attendance

<p>On his second trip, Christian Bale was determined to discover India but the actor admits that so far he has only managed to explore the tiny scratches of the country.</p>

<p>Bale visited India in 2011 for the shooting of "The Dark Knight Rises" but this time around, he has brought his family and travelled to cities such as Delhi, Agra, Jaipur before arriving here for the world premiere of Netflix's "Mowgli".</p>

<p>"I have just seen the tip of the iceberg. I filmed here before in 2011 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan for 'The Dark Knight Rises'. But I have brought my family here ... We travelled through Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and just arrived here in Mumbai. We have seen tiny-tiny scratches of this incredible country, which is a world within itself. But it was so important for 'Mowgli' to come here," he said at a press conference here.</p>

<p>For "Mowgli", actor-director Andy Serkis' darker take on Rudyard Kipling's classic story, Bale has tried his hand at the art of performance capture.</p>

<p>He said the technology was different for him and Serkis, being an expert in the area and someone who he has known from the age of 19, really guided him through the role of Bagheera, who is sort of an elder brother, mentor to Mowgli.</p>

<p>"We first met when I was 19-years-old. He (Serkis) has always been a phenomenal actor. He has really mastered this whole performance capture thing. You are always looking for elements that you are not sure are priorities but he would guide me on that and eventually it comes down to, it's acting. It's just like anything else."</p>

<p>As someone who completely disappears into his roles, Bale said it is important for actors to enjoy their "down time" and at times walk away from films.</p>

<p>"You've got to walk away from films... Acting itself does not lead to better acting life than living that. So you have to enjoy your downtime," Bale said.</p>

<p>The actor praised the film's child star, Rohan Chand, for being more intelligent than he was when he started as a child actor.</p>

<p>"Rohan has got tons of different interests. He is more intelligent than I will ever be in my lifetime."</p>

<p>Bale said he found many similarities between Mowgli, Bagheera and Shere Khan, the antagonist in the story, voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch.</p>

<p>The film starts streaming on Netflix from December 7.&nbsp;</p>


On his second trip, Christian Bale was determined to discover India but the actor admits that so far he has only managed to explore the tiny scratches of the country.

On his second trip, Christian Bale was determined to discover India but the actor admits that so far he has only managed to explore the tiny scratches of the country. Bale visited India in 2011 for the shooting of "The Dark Knight Rises" but this time around, he has brought his family and travelled to cities such as Delhi, Agra, Jaipur before arriving here for the world premiere of Netflix's "Mowgli". "I have just seen the tip of the iceberg. I filmed here before in 2011 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan for 'The Dark Knight Rises'. But I have brought my family here ... We travelled through Delhi, Agra, Jaipur and just arrived here in Mumbai. We have seen tiny-tiny scratches of this incredible country, which is a world within itself. But it was so important for 'Mowgli' to come here," he said at a press conference here. For "Mowgli", actor-director Andy Serkis' darker take on Rudyard Kipling's classic story, Bale has tried his hand at the art of performance capture. He said the technology was different for him and Serkis, being an expert in the area and someone who he has known from the age of 19, really guided him through the role of Bagheera, who is sort of an elder brother, mentor to Mowgli. "We first met when I was 19-years-old. He (Serkis) has always been a phenomenal actor. He has really mastered this whole performance capture thing. You are always looking for elements that you are not sure are priorities but he would guide me on that and eventually it comes down to, it's acting. It's just like anything else." As someone who completely disappears into his roles, Bale said it is important for actors to enjoy their "down time" and at times walk away from films. "You've got to walk away from films... Acting itself does not lead to better acting life than living that. So you have to enjoy your downtime," Bale said. The actor praised the film's child star, Rohan Chand, for being more intelligent than he was when he started as a child actor. "Rohan has got tons of different interests. He is more intelligent than I will ever be in my lifetime." Bale said he found many similarities between Mowgli, Bagheera and Shere Khan, the antagonist in the story, voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch. The film starts streaming on Netflix from December 7.

Managed to see tiny-tiny scratches of this incredible country: Christian Bale

<p>Actor Christian Bale feels that &quot;culture will be richer&quot; when white men are not the only ones in charge of everything.<br />
<br />
The <em>Dark Knight Rises</em>&nbsp;actor batted for a more inclusive Hollywood which can benefit everyone during a panel discussion with AOL Build to discuss his new film <em>Hostiles</em>.<br />
<br />
&quot;Our culture will be so much richer the day that we stop saying, &#39;Hey, it&#39;s all white dudes who are running things,&#39;&quot; Bale said.<br />
<br />
&quot;Whether that be Hollywood, whether that be Washington, you know. We&#39;re going to get, in Hollywood, so much better films and so much more interesting stories being told and America will become the America that the rest of the world sees it as, that makes it unique,&quot; he added.<br />
<br />
The British-born actor also talked about his love for America, which he called &quot;such a beautiful, brilliant country&quot;, and moving his family there.<br />
<br />
&quot;It&#39;s the reason I moved here, it&#39;s the reason my kids have American accents. It&#39;s because it is that, it&#39;s a country of inclusion and invitation,&quot; Bale said.<br />
<br />
Directed by Scott Cooper, <em>Hostiles</em>&nbsp;also features Rosamund Pike, Wes Studi, Jesse Plemons, Adam Beach, Rory Cochrane and Ben Foster.&nbsp;</p>


The Dark Knight Rises?actor batted for a more inclusive Hollywood which can benefit everyone during

Actor Christian Bale feels that "culture will be richer" when white men are not the only ones in charge of everything. The Dark Knight Rises actor batted for a more inclusive Hollywood which can benefit everyone during a panel discussion with AOL Build to discuss his new film Hostiles. "Our culture will be so much richer the day that we stop saying, 'Hey, it's all white dudes who are running things,'" Bale said. "Whether that be Hollywood, whether that be Washington, you know. We're going to get, in Hollywood, so much better films and so much more interesting stories being told and America will become the America that the rest of the world sees it as, that makes it unique," he added. The British-born actor also talked about his love for America, which he called "such a beautiful, brilliant country", and moving his family there. "It's the reason I moved here, it's the reason my kids have American accents. It's because it is that, it's a country of inclusion and invitation," Bale said. Directed by Scott Cooper, Hostiles also features Rosamund Pike, Wes Studi, Jesse Plemons, Adam Beach, Rory Cochrane and Ben Foster.

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