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Zack Snyder: Fans Saved Justice League, Lives
28 Feb
Summary
- Snyder defends 'Batman v Superman' against focus group edits.
- He credits fans for the 'Snyder Cut' release and saving lives.
- Snyder supports new DC Universe but sees it as separate.
Director Zack Snyder reflected on his highly divisive 2016 film 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' during a podcast appearance. He questioned the artistic integrity of films altered by focus groups and boardroom decisions, preferring his original vision. Snyder noted the challenges in achieving a PG-13 rating for the movie, with the MPAA finding aspects like Batman's forceful actions against Superman to be R-rated territory.
The 'SnyderVerse,' comprising 'Batman v Superman' and 'Justice League,' concluded before Snyder could complete his planned trilogy. He expressed openness to potentially bringing the unmade "Justice League" sequels to life through other mediums like animation or comics. Snyder credited his dedicated fanbase for the release of 'Zack Snyder's Justice League' in 2021, a feat accomplished against significant studio and logistical opposition.
Furthermore, Snyder highlighted the profound impact of his fans, stating they not only secured the release of his cut but also raised substantial funds for suicide prevention, saving lives. He expressed support for the new DC Universe under James Gunn and Peter Safran, viewing it as a separate entity from his own work. Snyder indicated that while the 'SnyderVerse' has a life of its own, he is eager to see future DC projects.
The 'Batman v Superman' movie, released on March 25, 2016, grossed $874 million worldwide. Snyder's involvement with 'Justice League' ended due to personal tragedy, leading to Joss Whedon's reshoots and the eventual 'Snyder Cut' release on HBO Max in 2021.
