This was a turn up for the books. Unlike the well anticipated Chicago demolition, this explosion came completely unprompted and minus the live video footage, helicopter feed and local photographers.
However, The London Paper were on scene to capture some images and make a comprehensive report, to our delight.
The emergency services were flooded with calls from local residents who feared the defunct electricity generating plant had been targeted by terrorists.
But they were reassured the 200ft fireball, accompanied by columns of grey smoke, which could bee seen for miles across the capital, was a special effect for the latest Batman film.
SPOILER: The spectacular stunt scene, in which Batman actor Christian Bale narrowly cheats death, is believed to be the opening sequence of the fifth caped crusader movie The Dark Knight.
Resident Marck Jason, 24, of Battersea, said: “I was gobsmacked. I was just walking home and saw this bloody huge explosion.
“Obviously my first thought was that it was a terrorist attack and I dialled 999.
“I know it’s sort of cool that the place is being used for a film, as its a brilliant building, but a bit of warning wouldn’t have hurt.”
If anyone has more from the scene we’d love to hear from you!
Via Daily Mail
Fellow Briton whatleydude has managed to snap a picture of a Gotham City police van whilst it encircled London on the M25 motorway, atop a trailer.
Supplied with the expressed permission of Whatleydude.
“Bedford Today”, a local news website, are reporting that Rory’s First Kiss (aka the latest Batman sequel) signs have been appearing in the Cardington area once again:
It is believed the secrecy-shrouded shoot at Cardington involves the massive Gotham City set built in the rear of the shed for the earlier movie and left standing afterwards.
The Times & Citizen understands dog-handlers have come over from the USA for one sequence, thought to involve a chase featuring the Batmobile.
Via Bat Movie News
Movieweb have posted a pressing interview with Michael Caine. Here he once again talks up the brilliant portrayal of The Joker by Heath Ledger,
“I can tell you the biggest secret. The most shocking thing for both you and I, […] It’s Heath Ledger as the Joker. He is going to surprise a lot of people. He is absolutely terrifying. I’d say that he is the scariest thing I’ve ever seen on screen.”
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BBC News are reporting that a special effects technician has been killed in a stunt practice run for an upcoming Dark Knight scene, at the Qinetiq racetrack in Surrey, England. The technician had been on a camera truck reportedly following the Batmobile. The fatal accident occurred when the 4x4 truck ran into a tree.
“Warner Bros Pictures and the entire cast and crew of The Dark Knight are deeply saddened by this tragedy, and their hearts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of the deceased.”
As do ours.
The accident is now being investigated by Surrey police and the Health and Safety Executive.
The Dark Knight filming schedule is taking Batman to Hong Kong this November, where a planned 9 week stint shall take place. However not all people are welcoming this hero’s arrival, Hong Kong politicians have sited the possibility of traffic disruptions and noise pollution as cause for concern. For instance, the use of a helicopter during night time (2 a.m.) scenes has had politicians stating that residents should purchase some ear plugs for the period.
Filming is expected to revolve around “The Center”, the fourth tallest skyscraper in Hong Kong at 73 storeys.
Source: Reuters, Hong Kong Standard
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In the french show “La Minute” from AlloCiné, there is a very brief Heath Ledger interview. Within he mentions how much fun playing the joker has been and how the experience as exceeded all of his expectations.
To watch the video, head over here. It starts at about 2:15 in, if you want to skip all of the french.
