If Lance Oppenheim didn't love Chris Hansen, why would he get Batman to play him, huh?

Lance Oppenheim, known for his unique films such as "Some Kind Of Heaven" and "Ren Faire," is currently embroiled in a peculiar situation in 2026. He has directed two major projects that have captured the public's attention: a scripted drama, Primetime, and a documentary sensation, You Can See Everything. Despite not being the central figure in the press tours for either film - thanks to his collaborators Robert Pattinson and Nathan Fielder - Oppenheim has sparked some intriguing questions about his creative choices.

One such question is why he hired Batman to play Chris Hansen, the star of the acclaimed show "To Catch A Predator." In a recent GQ interview, Oppenheim revealed that he loves Hansen and his show, and that he wanted to create a superhero movie starring Hansen. He described the film as a love letter to Hansen, aiming to capture the essence of a crusader, entertainer, and meme.

Oppenheim also discussed how Hansen sees the movie as a villainization of himself, which he denies. The director's deep affection for Hansen and his show is evident, even as he navigates the complexities of this unusual project.