David Selby in Batman: The Dark Knight Returns

[MsCriseyde]

Warner Bros. has finally confirmed their upcoming two-part direct-to-DVD animated adaptation of Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns. David Selby will voice Commissioner Gordon with Peter Weller as Batman/Bruce Wayne. More information on David Selby's official site:

http://www.davidselby.com/news.htm

[Mysterious Benefactor]

Very interesting. Thanks for the info. 

[Annie]

Wow  Cool   thanks for  sharing
                                       Love  Anne

[PennyDreadful]

Brilliant casting!  I'm sure he'll be fantastic as Gordon.

[Patti Feinberg]

 
Selby as Comm. Gordon....great idea.
Does anyone know why it's 'direct to DVD'?

Patti

[MsCriseyde]

Does anyone know why it's 'direct to DVD'?

All of the Warner Bros. DC Comics animated films are released direct to DVD. Apparently, they don't feel that theatrical releases will go over very well. I realize that "direct to DVD" has a certain stigma attached to it, but, especially when you're dealing with a niche market, it often has nothing to do with the quality of the product. Warner/DC puts a lot of work into their animated films.

[MsCriseyde]

A 12-minute sneak peek video has hit the net. It discusses the significance/influence of Miller's work as well as some of the storyline. Interview and recording footage of David Selby is included.

http://youtu.be/LPKv57EOomg

[MsCriseyde]

There is a version of a trailer for the movie that someone has recorded off screen and posted on YouTube. It's unclear when/where it was shown:

http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/TheAlexLynch/news/?a=62348

[Midnite]

This looks fantastic, and I'll definitely be getting it when it comes out.  (A female Robin-- love that!)  The sneak peak vid, btw, is still available on Selby's news page.