Barry Keoghan auditioned for the role of Ridler in “The Batman” with a strange video

After the premiere of “The Batman” in theaters, Warner Bros and DC Comics surprised fans by releasing a deleted scene, which confirmed the existence of the Dark Knight’s most feared enemy, the Joker. Barry Keoghan was tasked this time with bringing the villain to life, but originally the young actor had sent in a strange video of his audition for the role of the Riddler, which ended up in the hands of Paul Dano.

The Joker is one of the most iconic characters in Batman mythology, almost on a par with, if not better than, the DC vigilante. And all thanks to the interpretations of Heath Ledger, Jack Nicholson and Joaquin Phoenix, who have sparked the interest of any actor in bringing this character to life, which can be synonymous with awards. However, Barry Keoghan wanted the role of the RiddlerOnce it was announced that Matt Reeves would be filming “The Batman”.

In an interview for GQ, Barry Keoghan confirms that he auditioned for the character of The Riddler of ‘Batman’, before being cast in the role of the Joker: “I wanted to be the Riddler”. The “Eternals” actor sent in the video of his audition, even without Warner Bros asking him, which was also revealed by the media, and where he is seen wearing a suit very similar to that of Edward Nigma in the comics.

According to the same information, 4 months after presenting his audition, Barry Keoghan received a call from his agent, who told him over the phone: “[Los ejecutivos de] ‘Batman’ they want you to play the jokerBut you can’t tell anyone. ”Fortunately for him, the role of the Riddler went to Paul Dano, while he remained one of the most anticipated characters by fans.

Barry Keoghan first talks about his Joker

After the premiere of “The Batman” on HBO Max, Barry Keoghan talked about his version of the Joker, for the first time since the film was originally released in early 2022. In this regard, Keoghan describes his character as “a little charming like a little pain.” But not because he has big scars on his face, this version of The Joker is more ruthless: “He wanted some kind of human behind the makeup.”

“I want people to relate to him … [saber] that this is a facade you put on, “says Keoghan. Eventually, in the world of” The Batman “, the characters are destroyed in one way or another, and for Barry his Joker is just a” broken boy ” plus in the dirty and wet streets of Gotham City.

His Joker scene was cut from “The Batman,” although Barry’s presence was retained in the final scene where he shares the screen with Paul Dano’s Riddler. “I want people to relate to him … [saber] that this is a facade that you wear, ”Keoghan says proudly. Meanwhile, he hopes the call back as the Joker doesn’t take long, “I’m friend, I’m here,” he concludes.