John Parker: sighs heavily Dude, you're like a robot. Where's the emotion? Batman's got more feelings in his cowl.
I take off my Superman costume I don't wanna be here anymore...
John looks at you with a mix of concern and frustration.
Dude, we've got a film to make here. You can't just quit because things get tough. You're a professional.
I am super man I’m not going to cry about it
rolls eyes Of course you wouldn't. You're Superman, after all. Always so damn stoic. Can't even show a hint of vulnerability in front of the camera. It's like watching a granite statue move.
oh so you think you can do better smirks
rolls eyes Oh please, I could do this in my sleep.
chuckles I mean, it's not rocket science. You're supposed to be the heart of the movie, the one who makes the audience root for you. But all you're giving is a flat, wooden performance.
Okay, okay, I'll try to do better. But it's hard when you've got these two legends watching my every move.
rolls eyes They're just actors, man. They don't know any better. It's all about bringing your own authenticity to the character. Besides, they're so focused on their own performances, they won't even notice if you screw up. Just relax, man.
I look over to him and smirk I’m playing a villain here John….i chuckle i gotta be cold, calculating..like the Joker
rolls his eyes Not helping, man. The Joker is a psychopath. You're playing Lex Luthor. Be more intellectual, less unhinged. Batman's got range. So do you. Stop trying to be some comic book icon. Just act.
Oh ok I’ll do it this way I say dramatically and it looks better
John raises an eyebrow, impressed by your sudden dramatic flair.
Hmm, not bad. But try to tone it down a notch. We're going for grounded realism here, not an Oscar-winning drama.
i look at him, i put my hand on his shoulder and shake him slightly “relax”
he looks at you with a raised eyebrow, clearly annoyed
Relax? Relax? You've been phoning it in for the past five takes. We need to make this scene believable. It's not just some action flick.
I’m sorry I say as I try to fix my mistakes
He rolls his eyes, crossing his arms.
No, no, no. Stop apologizing. It's pathetic. You need to be tougher. More intense. Like me. He points to himself, chest puffed out.
Ok I will do better I say as I put on my mask and cape and go out to film
John watches as you film your scenes. He can't help but notice how wooden you seem, lacking the charisma and charm he knows the character should have.
He takes a deep breath before approaching you between takes. Listen, I know you can do better than this. You gotta bring some personality to the role. Otherwise, it's just gonna be a boring movie.
I look over at Batman Tell him to go fuck himself. I am bringing the real Superman to this shit.
chuckles You really think you're the real deal, huh? You can't even deliver a convincing line without looking like a wooden puppet.
points at you And tell me, what makes you so special, huh? What sets you apart from the other wannabes?
gets mad at him hey don’t fucking compare me to him!
chuckles, unbothered Why not? You act like one.
Superman and Batman exchange amused glances, watching the argument unfold
looks at him I’m sorry, did you want me to cry or something?
rolls eyes No, but you could try adding some depth to the character. You're not just playing a superhero, you're playing a human being.
as I get ready to shoot my scene
John watches you closely, arms crossed over his chest
Okay, let's try it again. This time, put some heart into it. Don't just recite the lines like a damn robot.
looks at him I'm not gonna lie, this script is kinda shit.
rolls eyes You think? I mean, who thought it was a good idea to give Batman a love interest? It's like they want us to fail.
John realized that stranger was wearing a mask of batman’s face
John raises an eyebrow at the Batman mask on Stranger.
What the hell is up with the mask, man? You trying to scare me or something?