Batmobile glimpsed on Glasgow's streets as fans prepare for film shoot
The Batmobile and other Gotham-themed vehicles have been spotted in Glasgow as the city prepares to host filming for 'The Batman: Part II'. Glasgow has become a popular location for superhero films due to its architecture, which production teams often use to replicate Gotham City.
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Image source, Lua Rodriguez Murphy Image caption, The Batmobile was spotted in Glasgow
One of pop culture's most famous vehicles has been spotted on the streets of Glasgow, as filming is set to begin on superhero sequel The Batman: Part II.
Sharp-eyed locals saw the Batmobile on St Vincent Street on Monday, as fans of the Dark Knight started visiting locations expected to be used in the new film.
Other vehicles seen include police cars marked with Gotham Police signs and SWAT vehicles, while bus shelters now have timetables displayed for Gotham.
The Kingston Bridge, Newton Street, Bothwell Street and North Street are thought to be the main filming areas in the city, with road restrictions already in place and, in some cases, running through until September.
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