Batman V Superman New Trailer: 7 Huge Rumours Confirmed

7. Holly Hunter Is Playing A U.S. Senator

The Rumour: Holly Hunter is playing a U.S. Senator who pays visits to LexCorp and has some sort of relationship with Lex Luthor.

What It Means For The Movie: First of all, her presence characterizes Lex’s power. If he’s able in some way to get high-ranking government officials to pay him personal visits, that speaks to his degree of influence, regardless of whether it’s through bribery or blackmail. It also explains how he might have the connections to acquire some of the military properties he appears to have.

On the flip side, this is a practical nightmare for Superman, with this solidifying Hunter's position in the film and confirming that the government will be fighting against him. Her statements of fearing his power and wanting to hold him responsible for the destruction in the Battle of Metropolis do not bode well for Superman.

The last time we saw the government get involved like that in a superhero’s life was Iron Man 2, so their presence here doesn’t exactly inspire a deal of excitement. That said, if Hunter acts more as a thorn in Superman’s side, while helping to characterize his real antagonist, her role could absolutely serve its purpose, and add another dimension of realism to the film.