Michael Keaton back in negotiations for new Spider-Man movie

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Press Trust of India Los Angeles
Last Updated : May 23 2016 | 7:57 AM IST
Actor Michael Keaton is back in talks to play the villain in the new Spider-Man movie.
The "Birdman" star originally entered into negotiations to appear in "Spider-Man: Homecoming" last month but reportedly dropped out due to salary issues, reported Deadline.
According to reports, a disagreement arose after Robert Downey, J. Joined the cast to reprise his role as Iron Man and bosses at the studio reportedly suggested they would not be able to accommodate both actors' salary requests.
If Keaton signs on to the film, he will join Tom Holland, who will play the titular superhero in the movie, Marisa Tomei, who will portray Aunt May, and Zendaya, whose role is being kept under wraps.
"Spider-Man: Homecoming" is slated to hit cinemas in July,
2017.
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First Published: May 23 2016 | 7:57 AM IST

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