I remember when we cast Michael as Batman, everyone was shocked, and I think Val Kilmer will do a good job, too. He's thoughtful, he's committed and he knows what he's up against. Burton says he was not surprised when Michael Keaton pulled out of Batman Forever . Everyone has their own reasons for doing or not doing things. No matter how much of a business movies are, it's still wise to treat them as an art form and to put your passions where they apply.
Every project requires that.
Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas , accompanied by the short film, Vincent , goes on Irish release next Friday. Ed Wood will open here in May or June.