VIDEO : 'Justice League': Ben Affleck Says Zack Snyder Sought Out Joss Whedon

Director Zack Snyder's latest film is considered the culmination of all his work in the DC cinematic universe thus far, uniting the heroes in Justice League. But ever since he stepped away from the project in the wake of a family tragedy, fans have wondered about the circumstances that brought Joss Whedon aboard. Recently Batman actor Ben Affleck shed some light on the situation during a conversation with Entertainment Weekly, revealing how Whedon came to take over directing duties on the film. "Zack sought out Joss," said Affleck, "And wanted him to be the guy to finish the movie when he wasn't able to.