Recently, we reported about Steven Soderbergh voluntarily stepping up to help complete the filming of The Batman Part II, with director Matt Reeves taking a break from the production for a personal reason. Now, Robert Pattinson, who plays the titular role of a superhero in the film, has commended Soderbergh's decision to serve as a stand-in for Reeves.
During a promotional interview for his recent film Primetime with Games Radar, Pattinson expressed his happiness about Soderbergh stepping into the production, describing it as “incredibly generous’’ and “completely selfless” of the Traffic and Ocean's Eleven director. Pattinson added that Soderbergh is going about his job on the production in the 'loveliest' manner and that it is ‘great' to have the talented filmmaker associated with the sequel to 2022’s The Batman. He noted that principal photography on the film is nearly completed.
Pattinson’s comments come at a time when production on the film has resumed after a short break. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Soderbergh works in London, even as Reeves keeps an eye on the production from Los Angeles. There will be hands-on participation from Reeves when the film enters the post-production phase.
Recently, Matt Reeves clarified that he is still very much a part of the film. “Just to be clear, I am not leaving The Batman Part II. I am profoundly grateful to Steven for coming to my aid during this challenging time to help me finish principal photography. Thank you to all for your concern and well wishes,” Reeves clarified through social media.
Meanwhile, Steven Soderbergh expressed his appreciation for Reeves' work on The Batman, calling it “stunning, intentional, specific, and rigorously coherent.” The director is believed to be an admirer of Reeves’ filmography.
