News on THE DARK KNIGHT RISES (Possible Spoilers)

For the upcoming November 24th issue of Empire magazine, there is A LOT of news revolving around The Dark Knight Rises. Yeah. I'm buying a copy. First off, I shall begin with the cover of the magazine. Empire has two different covers they'll be releasing: one of Batman and one of Bane. Both look fucking badass. Here they are, courtesy of Empire:

My first thought was: What exactly is that awesome thing Batman is holding and where can I get one?!  It may just be me, but it somewhat reminds me of the awesome stun-gun that Batman uses in Arkham City. If you have any other possible ideas on what it may be, post a comment and speak your thoughts!

Check out the rest of the news after the jump!! There are several new images, and an explanation to why Bane is wearing that mask. There are possible spoilers, so be alert

2nd Trailer For THE DARK KNIGHT RISES Before SHERLOCK HOLMES: A GAME OF SHADOWS?

According to Batman On Film, the 2nd trailer for The Dark Knight Rises may be attached to Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows. This hasn't been officially confirmed, as the website states that they've been "unofficially" told. But still, this makes a lot of sense. Both films are a product of Warner Bros., with Sherlock Holmes being released on December 16th. Keep in mind that the prologue for TDKR will be released in front of Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol in all 70 mm IMAX theaters, so getting a double dosage of TDKR seems fantastic. When this is official, I'll let you all know. The Dark Knight Rises opens July 20, 2012.

Several Pieces of News Involving TINKER TAILOR SOLDIER SPY and THE DARK KNIGHT RISES

First, we'll start off with Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy, the thriller starring Gary Oldman and directed by Tomas Alfredson. In an interview with The Guardian, Gary Oldman tells them,

"I loved playing George and there are of course films to be made of John Le Carré’s other books featuring George, with Smiley’s People and The Honourable Schoolboy being the obvious ones. But I would insist on quite a few factors, such as I would really want Tomas Alfredson to direct it again.

There you have it. If StudioCanal is wise, and I'm sure they are, they won't pass up on the opportunity to create a franchise when you have a lead actor such as Gary Oldman, who's getting rave reviews in the film and Oscar consideration already.

News involving Catwoman's outfit after the break