Close Search Batman v Superman Writer Reveals Warner Bros. Had An Even Darker Version of Ben Affleck's Batman In Original Script It's no secret that Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice remains one of the most divisive film in the comic book movie genre, with many fans calling it too dark, grim, and joyless. However, the release of Zack Snyder's Justice League has made a lot of DC fans re-examine Warner Bros. role in overshadowing Snyder's creative vision for both BvS and Batman v Superman and Justice League Snyder Cut writer Chris Terrio admits the irony of his version of Ben Affleck's Batman being criticized as too dark and violent - when the studio wanted to take things even further!