Full Length | The Batman
Added 2024-09-27 16:00:12 +0000 UTCA new batman has entered Gotham city. Will Robert live up to the Bale trilogy? Let's find out together
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I am almost 99% sure I will be starting it end of November. I am about to leave my recording set up and won't have my London set up ready till mid/end of November. But once I get it set up Penguin is top of my list
Lippsmacker
2024-10-24 12:41:03 +0000 UTCU should watch The Penguin series...it is show of the year and has super high rating...Colin Farrell is definitely getting an Emmy for that...Cristin Milioti too
LeSteeler
2024-10-24 09:58:15 +0000 UTCIt's all good. Batman is a deep rabbit hole, from the comics, games, and shows to the animated and live-action films. There's a lot to unpack, but the films are great introductions to his world. I'd recommend checking out the Arkham series, starting with Arkham Asylum (2009), an amazing game that reinvented the superhero genre within gaming. It’s also a great reflection of both the grounded and fantastical elements of Batman, Gotham, and his rogues' gallery, so it's the perfect dive into a more "comic" Batman experience that doesn't hold back on exploring every aspect of the world.
LittleGalaxyBoy
2024-10-22 21:39:36 +0000 UTCi love love love this breakdown. Sorry it took me a few days to respond, I knew it was going to be a lot of information and i'm just catching my breath from a wild few weeks. Love what you said especially about the noir detective inspirations and the architecture. As a huge architecture fan this bit of info was really fun to read.
Lippsmacker
2024-10-22 07:40:01 +0000 UTCI had to check this one out after your YT Batman Begins' reaction. This film is heavily inspired by Batman: Earth One, a modern reimagining of DC Comics set in its own continuity that began in 2012. For context, Earth Prime (Earth-0) is the mainline universe, while Earth-One is home to fresh takes on younger versions of Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman starting out their journeys as heroes. Batman: Earth One highlighted a more inexperienced Batman who is constantly prone to mistakes, gaining practice and becoming more competent as the volumes develop. Key Differences There are several key differences between Batman: Earth One and the mainline comics, as well as most renditions. One major change is that Bruce Wayne never left Gotham at 18 to travel the world and train for seven years. Instead, he is trained by Alfred, a former Royal Marine who is younger and more rugged than his mainline counterpart. Alfred was also the head of security at Wayne Manor rather than a butler for the Wayne's. Though in the film, Wayne Manor was turned into an orphanage after the Wayne's moved to Wayne Tower with Alfred depicted as more of a butler in the movie. The manor eventually burned down, and in the present day, Bruce operates out of Wayne Terminal beneath Wayne Tower as his Batcave. In most other renditions, Bruce traditionally uses a cave underneath Wayne Manor for his operations like you saw in Batman Begins but he's also got smaller caves across the city in important locations, pretty sure he's got a secret area in Wayne Tower as well. Another significant change is that Martha Wayne, Bruce's mother, is an Arkham in this version rather than a Kane. Her family background includes a history of mental illness, something that's also referenced in The Batman. This is not the case for most renditions. Bruce is also portrayed as more reclusive and lacking involvement in philanthropic work or Wayne Enterprises, which mirrors his depiction in the film. In contrast, in the mainline comics, Bruce has already embraced his playboy persona during his return to Gotham. Simply something this Bruce can develop overtime, maybe we'll see Bruce Wayne more in the next film. And of course, there's the Riddler, who in Earth One is the main villain in the second volume. He is depicted as a serial killer with an ulterior motive, targeting corrupt officials while using more grounded technology and tactics, much like his portrayal in the film. With the added edition of Social Media. Mainline Comics Inspiration The film draws from mainline comics as well, notably Batman: Year One (1987), an iconic comic that also inspired Batman Begins. Year One introduced the idea of Bruce traveling the world to train and also featured Selina Kyle as a working woman, with Zoë Kravitz’s black corset outfit and short hair being based on her appearance in Batman: Year One. Although Batman Begins (2005) is much closer to this comic than The Batman (2022). The movie also pulls from The Long Halloween (1996-1997), which explores Batman's second year and the transition from crime families to supervillains, with Catwoman playing a prominent role. Carmine Falcone is also highlighted as the number one crime boss in Gotham City and strongly implied that Carmine Falcone is Selina Kyle's biological father. This comic also inspired The Dark Knight (2008). Additionally, the film draws from Batman: Zero Year (2013-2014), a story that serves as Batman’s origin in the New 52 reboot (2011-2016). While Year One embraced a more grounded style of storytelling, Zero Year leans into the fantastical, featuring villains like the Red Hood, Dr. Death, and the Riddler. In this storyline, the Riddler is portrayed as the most dangerous and effective he has ever been, taking over Gotham by flooding the city—an event highlighted in the film, although the comics delve deeper into the aftermath. Gotham Inspiration Gotham in this film is the most Gothic it’s been since the Tim Burton films. They filmed in locations like Liverpool, Glasgow, and London, cities rich with Gothic Revival architecture. Chicago was also used as a filming location, and they did an amazing job of making Gotham feel visually unique. The blend of old Gothic and Art Deco buildings with modern tech, like digital screens, created an atmosphere reminiscent of Batman: Arkham Knight (2015). The city feels both old and new at the same time, though not as fantastical as Burton's films or as timeless as the Animated Series and Arkham games, lacking elements like blimps, retro police cars, and that mix of technology. Visually, it still looked amazing, though; blimps would have been useful by the end of the film. It's maybe my second favorite live-action Gotham City, alongside Batman '89 and Batman Forever. And we get to see more of it in The Penguin, which has been amazing so far. Final thoughts: I really enjoyed this film, though the final half dragged on a bit too long. I loved the noir detective take on Batman, which the film captures beautifully. After all, he’s the world’s greatest detective, an aspect rarely highlighted in the movies. I also loved seeing Bruce go undercover during the night, something that Batman: The Animated Series captured perfectly. Batman is a master of disguise, even operated as mob boss Matches Malone in the comics for a while. The Batmobile was another standout for me; I loved that it was simply a muscle car with a jet engine strapped to the back. While I appreciate the Tumbler from the Nolan films, I prefer Batmobiles that look more like cars than tanks. Batman '89 is another great example. Looking ahead, the sequel could go in any direction. It could remain grounded or explore more fantastical elements by introducing characters like Clayface. I would love to see that sudden shift, with a monstrous villain taking both Gotham and Batman by surprise. We’ll just have to wait and see!
LittleGalaxyBoy
2024-10-15 16:20:52 +0000 UTC
