Batman Villain Gets Body Horror Origin Story Movie
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- DC Studios unveiled the first trailer for "Clayface," a body horror film centered on Batman's villain Matt Hagen, at CinemaCon, with a theatrical release scheduled for October 23.
- The film stars Tom Rhys Harries as Clayface, a disfigured actor who gains shape-shifting abilities through a scientific transformation, and is directed by James Watkins.
- The cast also features Naomi Ackie, Max Minghella, Eddie Marsan, and David Dencik, with the story exploring a darker, more villainous side of the DC superhero universe.
- Clayface, a character dating back to 1940 in "Detective Comics," has appeared in various comics, animated series, and live-action TV shows, often as a Batman adversary.
- DC Studios continues to expand its universe following the success of last year's "Superman," with upcoming projects including "Supergirl," "Man of Tomorrow," and "The Batman: Part II."
