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Val Kilmer was 'crushed' by Batman role for one reason and turned down sequel

Summary by Coventry Telegraph
Val Kilmer starred as Batman in the 1995 film Batman Forever, but he wasn't a fan of the role and turned down the chance to return for a sequel, and it was all to do with the iconic Batsuit
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Why Val Kilmer Only Played Batman Once

Val Kilmer’s portrayal of Batman in Batman Forever (1995) was a unique and unforgettable take on the iconic superhero. Sadly, it was his only appearance as the Dark Knight. Many fans and critics agree that it’s a tragedy Kilmer didn’t get more opportunities to explore the role. ‘Batman Forever’ director called Val Kilmer ‘childish and impossible’ During a 1996 interview with Entertainment Weekly, Batman Forever director Joel Schumacher discussed…

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Val Kilmer was 'crushed' by Batman role for one reason and turned down sequel

Val Kilmer starred as Batman in the 1995 film Batman Forever, but he wasn't a fan of the role and turned down the chance to return for a sequel, and it was all to do with the iconic Batsuit

·Coventry, United Kingdom
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