John Campea Show The Batman 2 Adding Scarlett Johansson
Dec 4, 2025
Robert Meyer Burnett, a writer, director, and producer known for his insightful film analysis, joins the conversation to dissect the buzz around Scarlett Johansson potentially joining The Batman 2. They explore the implications of this casting, ruling out popular characters like Poison Ivy and considering original roles. The duo also shares their excitement about the new Spider-Man Noir series, while critiquing Paramount's complaint over Warner’s takeover process and examining the early reviews for Five Nights at Freddy's.
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Adopt-A-Family Holiday Drive
- John Campea recounts running an annual 'Adopt A Family' program with an Amazon wishlist and gift cards.
- He highlights community donations filled nearly the entire wishlist and enabled additional Amazon gift cards for the family.
Poster Art Can Drive Excitement
- The Spider-Man Noir poster instantly mythologizes the show's tone and era in one image.
- John Campea says great poster art can raise excitement even before seeing the show.
Casting Calls Fuel Wild Speculation
- Casting breakdowns often get misinterpreted by fans into major character leaks.
- Robert Meyer Burnett warns that public speculation and fabricated rumors dilute real production context.
