Ben Affleck Responds to Batman Backlash - Video

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Ben Affleck has caught a lot of flack since the announcement that he would be playing the new Batman in the upcoming Man of Steel sequel. However, the Oscar winner is taking it all in stride.

In an appearance on Late Night With Jimmy Fallon, Affleck addressed the controversy surrounding his Batman role, recalling how the studio prepared him for the backlash. Affleck also discusses receiving the offer for the role, what convinced him to accept the part, his thoughts on director Zack Snyder's approach to the material, and more. It's a great interview from one of Hollywood's most likable guys.

You can watch the full interview below via Late Night: