The Batman is one of the most visually stunning superhero films ever made, and that’s thanks to the work of Greig Fraser. The cinematographer is now the collaborator of choice when it comes to depicting scale and depth, and his work on films like Rogue One, The Creator, and Dune have established a new aesthetic language for modern blockbusters. With Dune and The Batman especially, Fraser became a filmmaker that avid movie fans recognize by name. There’s only one problem with this newfound celebrity: he can’t be everywhere at once.
As Fraser’s most beloved collaborators gear up to film the next installments of their respective franchises, many were wondering whether the cinematographer would be able to shoot both Dune: Part 3 and The Batman Part II without conflict. With the latter facing more delays than anyone could have anticipated, Fraser might have been able to continue his work with directors Matt Reeves and Denis Villeneuve. But Villeneuve recently tapped a new DP, Linus Sandgren, to helm the third Dune film — and according to Dune star Josh Brolin, Fraser probably won’t be working on The Batman either. Instead, he’s got a much bigger commitment in mind.
