Monday, August 29, 2011

New Batcave revealed

According to WalesOnline, Brecon Beacons will be used as the Batcave in The Dark Knight Rises. The site reports that a waterfall will double for the exterior of the cave: "The 90ft waterfall near the village of Coelbren is the highest in the park and a tourist favourite because of a path that takes intrepid walkers behind the waterfall."

A local who spotted the film being shot said: "They were there for a couple of days just a few weeks ago. I understand it’s going to be used in the opening sequence of the film, as Batman discovers the Batcave. But we’ll have to wait and see."

Samantha Games, of the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority, said the region is popular with filmmakers because of its unspoilt views and easy access:

"We work hard to help filmmakers find the perfect location, whether it is on our land or land owned by other authorities like the National Trust. I think it’s becoming more and more popular as word gets around and, with its huge vistas, lack of things like electricity pylons and the professionalism of local contractors it is a perfect location."

"We have always got someone filming here, whether its for adverts, TV shows or big-budget films like Clash of the Titans. Something like that just generates such a boost for the Welsh economy."

The Batcave was last seen in Batman Begins. When Wayne Manor was destroyed, Bruce (Christian Bale) vowed to rebuild it exactly as it had been, before Alfred (Michael Caine) suggested they update the Batcave.

It can be seen below:

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