DCU's Clayface Teaser Dares Marvel to Step Up Horror Game

James Gunn's DC Universe is branching out in the horror genre with its upcoming body horror film, Clayface, based on the popular Batman villain. | Hollywood

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James Gunn's DC Universe is taking a dark turn with the upcoming film Clayface, a body-horror origin story for the popular Batman villain. The first teaser, released on Wednesday, has fans both excited and spooked.

The film, starring Tom Rhys Harries, follows the story of Matt Hagen, a struggling actor whose face is disfigured and then undergoes a scientific transformation that turns his body into clay.

The teaser incorporates elements of visceral horror, shocking fans and leaving them eager for more. Fans praise the choice of genre, saying it's a bold move for the DC Universe, which has previously focused on lighter titles.

With the film set to be released on October 23, directed by James Watkins and starring Naomi Ackie, Max Minghella, Eddie Marsan, and David Dencik, fans are confident that the film will deliver on its promise of horror.