Random Thought Before Bed: Give Batfleck a Chance

No, Ben Affleck wasn't my first choice to inherit the role of Batman. He probably wouldn't have been my hundredth choice. But that doesn't mean I'm not willing to give his performance a fair chance. Consider this: If you could go back in time and tell your younger self that the guy from Gigli would become an Oscar-winning filmmaker within a decade, do you think he/she would believe you? Between Argo, The Town, and Gone Baby Gone, Affleck has accumulated a whole lot of good will as an artist, while Chasing Amy, Smokin' Aces, and Hollywoodland clearly demonstrate that he can deliver a solid performance even when he's not directing himself. I'd never argue that Affleck has an unblemished track record, but I have plenty of faith in his ability to surprise me. [The same way that fellow from Mr. Mom surprised audiences back in 1989, I'm sure.]