ith tradition, I was excited.

"[31] Affleck previously stated in 2006 that Daredevil had "inoculated myself
from ever playing another superhero".[32] Snyder felt that casting an older Batman would be a layered
juxtaposition to a younger Superman, while "bear[ing] the scars of a seasoned crime fighter, but
retain the charm that the world sees in billionaire Bruce Wayne." [4] Nolan was involved with the
casting of Affleck and he was the first actor Snyder approached for the part. [21] The director has also
discussed the part with Josh Brolin.[33]
Snyder commented on casting Eisenberg as Luthor, "Having Jesse in the role allows us to explore
that interesting dynamic, and also take the character in some new and unexpected directions".
[7]

Olga Kurylenko was considered for the role of Wonder Woman before Gadot was cast.[34] Producer

Charles Roven revealed that this incarnation of Wonder Woman would use the character's
origins in The New 52, wherein the character would be a demigoddess, and the daughter of Zeus.
This deviates from the character's original origins, where she was "a clay figure brought to life by the
gods".[6] Dawn of Justice is Ray Fisher's feature film debut, [35] and the first live-action film to feature
Cyborg,[36]whose role will become more significant in future DC comics films. [37] It is also the liveaction theatrical debut of Aquaman. [38]
Affleck's casting caused significant backlash from comic book fans, with several online petitions
demanding his removal from the role; unlike previous Batman actors, he was not considered
intimidating enough for the role by the protestors.[39] Via social media, many fans criticized Gadot's
small frame in contrast to Wonder Woman's warrior-like build in the comics.[40] Responding to this,
Gadot has stated that she has been