New Batman cast confirmed...

 *WOWSERS* Holy smokes Batman, WB confirmed that the ethereal Anne Hathaway is confirmed to play Selina Kyle, the character that like to dress up in skin tight black leather and call herself Catwoman!! Bet you didn't see that one coming.....well maybe after the news of her possibly playing Kurt's lesbian aunt on Glee....

This is the offiical statement from WB

BURBANK, CA, January 19, 2011 – Warner Bros. Pictures announced today that Anne Hathaway has been cast as Selina Kyle in Christopher Nolan’s “The Dark Knight Rises.” She will be starring alongside Christian Bale, who returns in the title role of Bruce Wayne/Batman.
Christopher Nolan stated, “I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work with Anne Hathaway, who will be a fantastic addition to our ensemble as we complete our story.”
In addition, Tom Hardy has been set to play Bane. Nolan said, “I am delighted to be working with Tom again and excited to watch him bring to life our new interpretation of one of Batman’s most formidable enemies.”
Nolan will direct the film from a screenplay he wrote with Jonathan Nolan, from a story by Christopher Nolan and David S. Goyer. Nolan will also produce the film with his longtime producing partner, Emma Thomas, and Charles Roven.
“The Dark Knight Rises” is slated for release on July 20, 2012. The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

Looks like this one is going to be MAJOR! and hopefully worth watching....oh, and if you're wondering where you know Tom Hardy from, he's in Inception and has a lot of pics in the works so keep an eye out for this English hottie.

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