Christopher Nolan didnt seem impressed by his pitch.
BeforeIron ManandOppenheimer,Robert Downey Jr.wanted to play a very different comic book character in a very differentChristopher Nolanmovie.
Downey explained in a video captured by audience member and critic Griffin Schiller.
Robert Downey Jr. and the Scarecrow from ‘Batman Begins’.Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty; Warner Brothers/ Everett
Both actors are currentlynominated for Oscarsfor their roles.
Murphy quickly realized he wasn’t the best fit for the part.
It was clear to me from the beginning that I wasn’t Batman material, he said.
It felt to me that it was correct and right that it should beChristian Balefor that part.
But I remember the buzz of trying on the suit and being directed by you.
Those tests were high production values.
Nolan also knew Murphy probably wasnt right for the Caped Crusader, but still wanted to work with Murphy.
there was no dissent.
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