Steven Soderbergh to Help Finish ‘The Batman 2’ Filming After Matt Reeves Stepped Away for Family Matter
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Filmmaker Steven Soderbergh is stepping in to help complete the filming of "The Batman Part II" after director Matt Reeves took a hiatus to deal with an ongoing personal and family matter. Production on the sequel is resuming, with Soderbergh working alongside Reeves to finish the project.
Reeves will not be physically present on set as production restarts, having stepped away from daily duties to tend to the family situation. Soderbergh, described as an admirer of Reeves' work, is assisting in the completion of the film.
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Variety (US)Confirms Soderbergh stepping in directly and highlights his admiration for Reeves.
The Hollywood Reporter (US)Emphasizes that Reeves will not be on set as production resumes.