Discover a video of the process where actor Colin Farrell transformed his physical appearance to become The Penguin, one of the most dangerous criminals in The Batman
One of the important surprises in The Batman was the return of The Penguin, now played by actor Colin Farrell, who has received great criticism for his performance and characterization.
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The IGN site shared a behind-the-scenes video showing Colin Farrell’s characterization process to play Oswald Cobblepott, the dangerous businessman who is known in the underworld as Penguin.
“It took maybe three and a half hours, but I can say it’s the most exciting challenge I’ve had making movies in 20 years.Farrell stated in the video.
The video shares the most important parts of transforming Farrell into a man whose appearance is similar to what has been handled in the comics.
The return of Colin Farrell as The Penguin
Once the makeup process was finished, Farrell got into his character, which in addition to playing in the Matt Reeves movie, he will repeat for the spin-off series dedicated to one of the most fearsome criminals in Gotham’s gallery of villains.
“His creation, the aesthetic of the character, has been fun and I’m really excited to go back and explore it. There are some tasty scenes that I have and I can’t wait to get back… It feels original and fun. But I’m only at the beginning of the journey, so I can’t wait to go back and really get into it.”.
The Batman will star Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne / Batman, Zoe Kravitz as Selina Kyle / Catwoman, Paul Dano as Edward Nashton / The Riddler, Colin Farrell as Oswald Cobblepot / The Penguin, and John Turturro as crime boss Carmine Falcone.
Jeffrey Wright will also star as Police Commissioner James Gordon, while Andy Serkis will play Alfred Pennyworth.
The Batman is now available through digital video stores and the HBO Max digital platform.
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Source: IGN
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