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Originally Posted by czure32
Originally Posted by wikipedia
Nolan explained that as long as he is directing, he is not including Robin in the franchise because Bale is still portraying a "young Batman", which meant "Robin's not for a few films".[89] In addition, Nolan considers the Penguin difficult to portray on film, explaining, "There are certain characters that are easier to mesh with the more real take on Batman we're doing. The Penguin would be tricky." |
I gotta disagree with Nolan. The Penguin can work, you just can't turn him into a cartoon character.
I think the best way to tackle the Penguin is to make him a gangster - fat and waddles a bit, but ruthless like Capone. He obviously earns the nickname as a young punk growing up in the mob and through years of dedication, hard work and the occasional murder - he's the boss.
The character might not work as the main villain, but it could work within the film. Just don't turn him into Danny Devito and you'll be fine.
Oh yeah, just say "no" to Eddie Murphy.