eat some meat , a cheeseburger or nice steak.. Stop the contrived " Millennialism stupidity"( slow mono tone speaking)... it just movies NOT real life ..otherwise good job..
It was a great setup scene, but imagine being that kid whose dad just died in the most violent way possible and then a man in a black suit just shows up and stares directly into his soul.
@@Glumberbumber Honestly, I wonder about that. I wonder if the mayor's son recognizes Bruce through the look they share. Not Bruce Wayne, of course, but Bruce the hurt and vulnerable boy who went through something so similar. Which leads to the son being the first to reach out and trust Batman at the end, when everyone else trapped in the water recoils in fear from him.
@@themadtitan7603my bets on Fast and Furious considering he basically Fast and Furious built the Batmobile in the beginning of the prequel movie novel of Bruce in High School
I love that the movie essentially starts on what Batman considers a personal failure, letting the kid lose his parents. It hammers home the theme of vengeance, as he is taking revenge for the kid.
Batman didn’t fail at anything here. He didn’t _let_ the father (not parents ) be killed by The Riddler. There’s no indication that Batman was hot on the heels of The Riddler up to this point, and he somehow let him slip by. By all accounts, this is the first time Batman is heating about The Riddler. Beyond that, if the theme of the movie is vengeance, it does a poor job of conveying it. There is no relationship established between Batman and this kid beyond two glances. Batman doesn’t pursue The Riddler _because_ of this kid. In fact, the character of Batman in this movie is very passive. He has almost zero personal drive, and is pushed along by the plot. He has no motives, minus this contrived notion of vengeance because he calls himself as such.
This is genuinely the most intelligent video I've seen. The points were put together so well, every last idea was brought to the audience perfectly and the pacing of the video allowed the viewer to digest the things you just said. Perfection in a video man, insane.
I would never have thought to see the song in this film like that. This conclusion is brilliant. I especially love how you've explained the emotional growth of a young Batman although Bruce will never get over his parents' death he can afford to let himself grow and change and maybe allow himself a little bit of happiness.
Thanks so much man I’m glad you got something new out of this video. You’re so right about Bruce growing and changing man I think that’s the #1 thing that gets left out of past Batman movies. What makes Batman compelling is not how fucked up he is but how he heals himself. Really hoping Matt reeves keeps exploring that by adding robin and the batfam in the future
@@Glumberbumber Oh absolutely. I think that Robin is like an extension of Bruce's psyche as an innocent child trying to do what's right. Like in a way Robin is his lost innocence while he is this now dark gothic nightmare that was born out of loss. Cause lets face it Bruce died when Thomas and Martha got killed and Batman was born as soon as that last pearl dropped.
@@Glumberbumber Matt Reeves talked about *"Something in the Way"* being an important part of crafting this adaptation of Batman. It informed how Bruce dressed, the grungy look of his Batcave and this Gotham but also the main thoroughline in of Batman's arc - the thing stopping him from achieving the change he wants to see in Gotham. So yeah, it had a lot of meaning.
@@Glumberbumber Matt Reeves understands Batman's human condition and making us sympathize with him as a truly broken person who seeks to improve the city around him by the bettering himself first, like in the comics better than any filmmaker before him. Rather than just a edgy broken figure of the night. It's why I'm convinced the Bat Family will join this universe more than any previous series; as they represent Bruce's new found family, his humanity and his drive to self-heal inspiring the people of Gotham.
@@themadtitan7603 I would love for the Flash movie to reveal the New Batman post Flashpoint is actually Robert Pattinson and the 2028 film The brave and the Bold is the introduction of first Robin.
The opening of The Batman gave me chills in the theater. The thugs looking up at the bat signal and then being scared of the shadows. Absolutely brilliant
The end, where he's helping the national guard was mindblowing for me. We never see Batman in that context, a man doing his best to just save lives in a non-violent way, at least not in the films up to that point. It was amazing
I think what I love so much about this movie is how every single scene that Batman is in is informing his character arc in some way, they don't waste any time. Even the scenes that are funny, like the running gag with the twins at the iceberg lounge shows us 3 different ways Bruce handles a situation and his different sides. Everything the movie does is in service of making the characters and story great. I absolutely love it.
I completely agree. He is literally evolving throughout the movie. From the first time where he forced entry to the 3rd time where he infiltrated was subtle but very telling imo
@@eyespy3001 Bruce starts by believing that vengeance, anger and fear are the only way to make a difference in Gotham, but he's not been having a noticeable effect, he then learns that he can instead inspire change by being a symbol of hope for the people of Gotham, something to rally behind against the corruption and crime.
I knew that “Something in the Way” can only be played with a tuned down guitar, but I never thought about how that aspect of the song could also be applied to Batman’s character. Nice catch!
Bruce is looking at himself feeling the same emotions. Anger, guilt, isolation, sorrow, fear. The kid is obviously afraid but doesn’t drop his stare when looking at the batman in his eyes. A room full of policemen and the kid lifts his head up for batman and for a brief moment, he sees someone who may share the same sorrow.
A master class in how directing really makes the film, and man…. it takes an equally masterful analyst like you @Deadly Waffle to elaborate on this masterfully done scene
A couple months before Batman came out I was listening to something in the way and I couldn’t stop thinking about how ominous it sounded, I got super hype when I heard it in the movie because it’s potential was finally revealed
I’m absolutely loved this rendition of batman. I think my favorite thing was how even though wayne is filthy rich, it shows how does everything by hand, homemade suit, homebuilt Batmobile out of an old Cuda, and also his roots of the detective.
It is oddly ironic how long it takes for the live action Batman movies to convey the sort of maturity in Batman stories that the animated series targeted for children never had a problem of delivering. Nice catch on the kid and Batman looking eye to eye. It was very subtle and clever and I don't think I would've ever caught it on a rewatch.
ok ill send you one constructive criticism. You are kind of mumbling through the narrative like Bruce Wayne in the movie. But youtube voiceovers should be clear and concise, not mush mouthed.
Ya know what Glumber, I just finished watching your mask of the phantasm video where Bruce first puts on the cowl and after this video also I have to say, Subbed! Your analysis is both emotionally hard hitting and thought provoking. Well done dude! I hope to watch many more of your movie breakdowns, Good Luck!
Thanks so much man! Got some more Batman videos on the way and some other movies too. You’re right tho this was totally one of the coolest theater experiences ever
The change and pay off in the end made me cry emotional impactful scene that lade complete sense and was beautiful tonsee the shift the realization of what was truly in his way, the batman ego truly explored
One scene that notably knocked me on my ass, which you touched on at the end of the video, was his realization at the end of the movie that inspiring hope over exacting vengeance should be the devine goal. This is portrayed beautifully in the rescue scene on the top of the convention center. His entire goal until that point was to strike fear in his enemies, but at the end a woman is seen holding onto him, not wanting to let him go. She saw more hope and safety in him than the first responders, in spite of his dark image. This affected me.
Also have to add that this is exactly why I love this movie so much. There's a lot to unpack and digest. Sometimes it's more under the surface and it just takes more viewings to discover, which is fine by me because I'm more than happy to watch it again and again. Matt Reeves was such a great choice to direct and I can't wait to see the next movie.
A lot of people complain about the lack of Bruce Wayne scenes in this movie. Every time I see a comment about it I just cringe, because they sat through a nearly three hour movie and missed the entire point. This movie is very much about a Batman who has yet to master the mask of Bruce Wayne. He hasn't figured out that to help Gotham he needs to be both Bruce and Batman. Also this video was absolutely magnificent. Truly, truly magnificent.
EXACTLY MAN THAT BUGS ME SO MUCH. The entire point of the movie is that he has an addiction and it’s bad for him but somehow people miss that. And thank you for the kind words I really appreciate it
@@Glumberbumber and I LOVE the addiction comparison because that's absolutely what it is. What do addicts have to learn to do to function at all in a society? Put on a mask of normalcy. This movie is a veiled metaphor for addiction, intentional or not. I think the character development for Bruce in this movie was just excellent.
This is so well done, the attention to detail capturing every part of the scene is a very powerful skill. And the fact that you understand the story so well proves that you have an amazing understanding of film techniques and what can make a film. Well done my man, deserved 100%
Very astute, I particularly appreciate the observation that his journal entry is written like a guy complaining about his job to distance himself from how deeply personal it really is.
Great take on a great film. I don't notice this kind of detail the first few times watching it, I just feel the power and meaning of the scene. Breakdowns like this explain why I feel this way, and I appreciate that.
First off, this is my favorite Batman movie. "Something In The Way" sets the movie perfectly. I never questioned, Why? But your explanation in the setup and how it plays into the movie is eye opening.
I'm glad that this came up in my recommendations! You have knack for this, and I've subscribed and am looking forward to whatever you've got coming up next.
Bruh..... I saw the title and thought "I wonder if it's my favorit scene that I often pull up when I think of this movie" and boom there it is. This movie was amazing
Now this is what film analysis is all about. People need to be reminded that film can be a lot more than simply the block-office roller coaster ride of the moment that you forget the moment you step out of the theater. Superior filmmaking has layers, and that's what people are talking about when they talk about "cinema".
I love that Bruce does in fact listen to Nirvana while working in the Batcave. Probably on loop. I hope they establish in the sequel he now listens to other Nirvana songs. Someone suggested Heart Shaped Box would be incredibly fitting of Mr. Freeze is in The Batman 2.
I’d make Heart Shaped Box the trailer/opening song and the movie’s overall theme song would be Heaven Beside You by Alice In Chains especially if it’s set during the winter and has Mr. Freeze
You pulled that apart in a really insightful way. I hope one day we get to see what you can do from behind the camera - because if you understand that… man I am looking forward to seeing what you can do.
This was a very well done analysis video! I didn't realize how deep the inclusion of the song "Something in the Way" in The Batman truly was until this video. Well done!
Dude I absolutely envy people with analytical skills, how they could point out things that most people don't realize at first glance, it's like having x-ray vision lol. I'd love to know how you were able to discover your analysis and how you were able to put it to paper. I hope someday I could acquire these skill as well.
Honestly man I didn’t pick up on any of this my first watch or even my second or third watches. It took a lot of time just thinking about the movie and this scene and the more I thought about it the more I was able to put pieces together. I basically worked on the script for this video for like 3 months and most of that was just trying to put the pieces together in my head.
I consider myself to have pretty strong analytical skills. One key thing to analysis is to get rid of all personal bias and don't assume things. Try to connect dots and then play devils advocate with yourself and see things from a perspective that's not yours. Also be extremely patient. Sometimes analysis paralysis can happen. You might get stuck on one small detail for days and even have trouble sleeping because it's in your head. Sometimes it's ok to walk away and come back fresh after a little while.
wow ! what an analysis! I never thought so much details can be orchestrated in a movie scene . so subtle and clever … and you have the eye for it. I can only imagine what it’s like to go through life with such an insightful mind. while looking for the meanings of this song, I found your video.
I knew it was a school project as soon as you mentioned the guitar tuning, no actual video essay would go that deep into something that doesn't actually matter
Not going to lie, when I first clicked on this video and heard your very casual narration style, I wasn't expecting much. Then you hit me with some of the most insightful film analysis I've ever heard. Brilliant video!
legit my favorite scene in the movie. If you know batman you know what he felt in this scene upon learning that a child experienced something similar to what he went through
Astute analysis bro. This is exactly why I liked the movie so much. Most people that didn't like this movie didn't fully they understood it. They don't understand the nuance or how subtle it is. There is SO MUCH subtext. From the story, the acting, the cinematography, the music, etc...there were a lot of layers. (Esp when we contrast that with some of the melodrama from Christopher Nolan's trilogy.) Whereas those other Batman movies were great films and a lot of fun, The Batman is a "film". A cinematic masterpiece where Reeves used every tool in his toolbox to create the most original and compelling iteration of Batman yet.
Quick note: the guitar is not out of tune to itself and bandmates technically, it's just tuned down a halfstep from standard tuning, which is one of many alternate tunings. Using a capo achieves the same but in the opposite direction. Great video! Look forward to the next!
It might have been said before, but the song isn't "out of tune" it's alternate tuning. It's common enough in modern music to not be a big deal (unless you're trying to play it and don't know lol). Most of the times alternate tuning is about keeping in line with the vocals, but more times nowadays, it's a way for a song to sound provocative or fresh, plus, musicians like to try different things to avoid burnout. Great breakdown. Very insightful.
I was bothered by that comment as well, especially because the tuning isn't even that different from standard--five of the six strings remain the same relative to one another, and dropping the sixth string two semitones is probably the most common tuning other than standard (especially in rock music). However, it is an usual tuning for an acoustic guitar, and I think it gives the song a much darker and someone unique-sounding tone. This definitely informs the scene and one could extend this to mean that Batman/Bruce is himself "detuned" (rather than "out of tune"), he's sinking, he's low, he's dark, etc.
I AM SO MAD RIGHT NOW. 2.03k subs? I just missed being part of the OG2K? Well I am happy to be an elder of the OG3K This was an amazing first outing. I'm excited
Your analysis of this is remarkable. I just saw this film last week and wondered, why choose a song like that? This makes it so much clearer now. I feel like you have an eye for film and storytelling. I look forward to what other films or media you might analyze in the future.
I’ve wanted to get into video essays for a while but didn’t really know how to get started. Glad I finally did cuz I enjoyed it a lot and it seems a lot of others did too
this is such an amazing analysis omg!! i love how much they made bruce like kurt cobain, im obsessed with both bruce and kurt so it was amazing seeing a media connect them!!! edit: also when u mentioned the song being tuned down, to emphasize that more, it's played in drop C#, meaning the lowest guitar string, the standard low E, has to be tuned down 2 1/2 notes down, which is reallyyyy low for a standard 6 string guitar. Also the recording used a broken guitar Kurt bought at a pawn shop, and it would go out of tune very quickly
I've loved the character for decades and you really dove into this beautifully. You increased my already high appreciation for the movie. Kudos to you friend.
This was fantastic! It really shows the craft and effort put into the film and your analysis shows us - quickly, I might add - how the audience can derive even more appreciation on different levels if we allow ourselves to explore the details. Really great work and looking forward to more. Subbed.
The thing that would have made this all perfect is if during the second scene Something in the Way is played it was the Unplugged version to highlight the change in Bruce and his newfound resolve.
I like to think that when something in the way starts at the end of the movie. it means that he is that thing in the way of maybe hope and despair or vengeance and justice? he became a symbol of something better by the end of the movie.
That’s a good way of thinking about it I hadn’t really considered that. I think it’s meant to have multiple interpretations so you’re definitely onto something
Gosh finally, I was struck by this scene since first watching this films and keep searching for analysis but never found it till now Glad you made this video :D
I usually give a listen to the so called experts on youtube and after 30 sec or 1 min I skip channel and look for something else, but you got me and this was an amazing description especially for someone who likes details but it's not a pro who can catch these techincal and emotional aspects. Thank you, congrats and I'm looking forward to see more from you, just subscribed.
Well my friend I hope you're taking film classes because this was a really well done scene analysis. You broke it down very well and even got me thinking about stuff I hadn't picked up on. Keep it up!
Amazing video, like others have already said, I never looked at the song this way, and every point you've made has been well thought out and makes sense.
I noticed that shot @2:42 with Real campaign poster and Gotham Square Garden. This is where the "real change" of Riddler's plan will come to a climax. This is also where Batman's real change happens, where he realizes vengeance isn't enough. He also must become a symbol of hope. It's nice foreshadowing.
It's hard to put yourself out there, but this video was great. I hope you keep having success in your education and keep sharing the fruits of your labor with us 👍
My teacher seems to agree with you guys, I got 100%
I just watched it was, very cool man
eat some meat , a cheeseburger or nice steak.. Stop the contrived " Millennialism stupidity"( slow mono tone speaking)... it just movies NOT real life ..otherwise good job..
Well in dude
Very well deserved. Awesome job man!
Well Deserved.
It was a great setup scene, but imagine being that kid whose dad just died in the most violent way possible and then a man in a black suit just shows up and stares directly into his soul.
That’s such a great point he had to be TERRIFIED
@@Glumberbumber Honestly, I wonder about that. I wonder if the mayor's son recognizes Bruce through the look they share. Not Bruce Wayne, of course, but Bruce the hurt and vulnerable boy who went through something so similar. Which leads to the son being the first to reach out and trust Batman at the end, when everyone else trapped in the water recoils in fear from him.
Which is why it's so impactful that he was the first to accept Batman's helping hand
Same pfp!
I think he could recognize batman and maybe the kid liked him or something and he get some hope. we'll never know
The date of his parents' death indicates that they took Bruce to see Zoolander.
This might be the best fan theory I’ve ever heard
Or Shrek, or The Fast and The Furious.
I laughed exactly as hard as one should for such a top shelf joke.
Darkness is the essence of vengeance. And vengeance is the essence of Batman.
@@themadtitan7603my bets on Fast and Furious considering he basically Fast and Furious built the Batmobile in the beginning of the prequel movie novel of Bruce in High School
I love that the movie essentially starts on what Batman considers a personal failure, letting the kid lose his parents. It hammers home the theme of vengeance, as he is taking revenge for the kid.
Batman didn’t fail at anything here. He didn’t _let_ the father (not parents ) be killed by The Riddler. There’s no indication that Batman was hot on the heels of The Riddler up to this point, and he somehow let him slip by. By all accounts, this is the first time Batman is heating about The Riddler. Beyond that, if the theme of the movie is vengeance, it does a poor job of conveying it. There is no relationship established between Batman and this kid beyond two glances. Batman doesn’t pursue The Riddler _because_ of this kid. In fact, the character of Batman in this movie is very passive. He has almost zero personal drive, and is pushed along by the plot. He has no motives, minus this contrived notion of vengeance because he calls himself as such.
*hearing
This is genuinely the most intelligent video I've seen. The points were put together so well, every last idea was brought to the audience perfectly and the pacing of the video allowed the viewer to digest the things you just said. Perfection in a video man, insane.
You must have never seen "The Ingenious Design of the Aluminum Beverage Can"
@@Luka_menorykee that video slaps
I would never have thought to see the song in this film like that. This conclusion is brilliant. I especially love how you've explained the emotional growth of a young Batman although Bruce will never get over his parents' death he can afford to let himself grow and change and maybe allow himself a little bit of happiness.
Thanks so much man I’m glad you got something new out of this video. You’re so right about Bruce growing and changing man I think that’s the #1 thing that gets left out of past Batman movies. What makes Batman compelling is not how fucked up he is but how he heals himself. Really hoping Matt reeves keeps exploring that by adding robin and the batfam in the future
@@Glumberbumber Oh absolutely. I think that Robin is like an extension of Bruce's psyche as an innocent child trying to do what's right. Like in a way Robin is his lost innocence while he is this now dark gothic nightmare that was born out of loss. Cause lets face it Bruce died when Thomas and Martha got killed and Batman was born as soon as that last pearl dropped.
@@Glumberbumber Matt Reeves talked about *"Something in the Way"* being an important part of crafting this adaptation of Batman. It informed how Bruce dressed, the grungy look of his Batcave and this Gotham but also the main thoroughline in of Batman's arc - the thing stopping him from achieving the change he wants to see in Gotham. So yeah, it had a lot of meaning.
@@Glumberbumber Matt Reeves understands Batman's human condition and making us sympathize with him as a truly broken person who seeks to improve the city around him by the bettering himself first, like in the comics better than any filmmaker before him. Rather than just a edgy broken figure of the night. It's why I'm convinced the Bat Family will join this universe more than any previous series; as they represent Bruce's new found family, his humanity and his drive to self-heal inspiring the people of Gotham.
@@themadtitan7603 I would love for the Flash movie to reveal the New Batman post Flashpoint is actually Robert Pattinson and the 2028 film The brave and the Bold is the introduction of first Robin.
The opening of The Batman gave me chills in the theater. The thugs looking up at the bat signal and then being scared of the shadows. Absolutely brilliant
The end, where he's helping the national guard was mindblowing for me. We never see Batman in that context, a man doing his best to just save lives in a non-violent way, at least not in the films up to that point. It was amazing
I think what I love so much about this movie is how every single scene that Batman is in is informing his character arc in some way, they don't waste any time. Even the scenes that are funny, like the running gag with the twins at the iceberg lounge shows us 3 different ways Bruce handles a situation and his different sides. Everything the movie does is in service of making the characters and story great. I absolutely love it.
It also shows us his physical condition and implies that the suit is heavy af. Which makes me think we will get a lighter suit later.
I completely agree. He is literally evolving throughout the movie. From the first time where he forced entry to the 3rd time where he infiltrated was subtle but very telling imo
I honestly don't know how that's going over people's head. The movie is brilliant
What exactly is Batman’s character arc in the movie?
@@eyespy3001 Bruce starts by believing that vengeance, anger and fear are the only way to make a difference in Gotham, but he's not been having a noticeable effect, he then learns that he can instead inspire change by being a symbol of hope for the people of Gotham, something to rally behind against the corruption and crime.
I’d give an arm and a leg to experience this for the first time in theaters with the boys again
why not one limb at a time? more economic you know!
I knew that “Something in the Way” can only be played with a tuned down guitar, but I never thought about how that aspect of the song could also be applied to Batman’s character. Nice catch!
The more I read about Kurt Cobain's tragic life, the more he seems like a patient in Arkham.
down tuning your guitar is not the same thing as playing out of tune. It's playing in a different tuning.
Bruce is looking at himself feeling the same emotions. Anger, guilt, isolation, sorrow, fear. The kid is obviously afraid but doesn’t drop his stare when looking at the batman in his eyes. A room full of policemen and the kid lifts his head up for batman and for a brief moment, he sees someone who may share the same sorrow.
A master class in how directing really makes the film, and man…. it takes an equally masterful analyst like you @Deadly Waffle to elaborate on this masterfully done scene
Thank you so much man that means a lot
A couple months before Batman came out I was listening to something in the way and I couldn’t stop thinking about how ominous it sounded, I got super hype when I heard it in the movie because it’s potential was finally revealed
I’m absolutely loved this rendition of batman. I think my favorite thing was how even though wayne is filthy rich, it shows how does everything by hand, homemade suit, homebuilt Batmobile out of an old Cuda, and also his roots of the detective.
It is oddly ironic how long it takes for the live action Batman movies to convey the sort of maturity in Batman stories that the animated series targeted for children never had a problem of delivering.
Nice catch on the kid and Batman looking eye to eye. It was very subtle and clever and I don't think I would've ever caught it on a rewatch.
You guys gotta chill with the nice comments I’m blushing ok calm down 🤭🤭🥺
I subbed because you got potential love the vid nice clear message
Subbed for life. You really know what you’re talking about and I love it.
500th sub
Great explanation of the song and how it links to the emotional set-up and payoff. Nice work!
ok ill send you one constructive criticism. You are kind of mumbling through the narrative like Bruce Wayne in the movie. But youtube voiceovers should be clear and concise, not mush mouthed.
Ya know what Glumber, I just finished watching your mask of the phantasm video where Bruce first puts on the cowl and after this video also I have to say, Subbed! Your analysis is both emotionally hard hitting and thought provoking. Well done dude! I hope to watch many more of your movie breakdowns, Good Luck!
Beautiful video breakdown. Had goosebumps in the theater seeing this wonderful film. Can’t wait to see what more content you have. 🦇
Thanks so much man! Got some more Batman videos on the way and some other movies too. You’re right tho this was totally one of the coolest theater experiences ever
The change and pay off in the end made me cry emotional impactful scene that lade complete sense and was beautiful tonsee the shift the realization of what was truly in his way, the batman ego truly explored
i got a lot of goosebumps especially batman walking in the rain after penguins car crashed
I'm still watching the trailers for this movie today lol
Me too man those trailers go crazy
One scene that notably knocked me on my ass, which you touched on at the end of the video, was his realization at the end of the movie that inspiring hope over exacting vengeance should be the devine goal. This is portrayed beautifully in the rescue scene on the top of the convention center. His entire goal until that point was to strike fear in his enemies, but at the end a woman is seen holding onto him, not wanting to let him go. She saw more hope and safety in him than the first responders, in spite of his dark image. This affected me.
Also have to add that this is exactly why I love this movie so much. There's a lot to unpack and digest. Sometimes it's more under the surface and it just takes more viewings to discover, which is fine by me because I'm more than happy to watch it again and again. Matt Reeves was such a great choice to direct and I can't wait to see the next movie.
A lot of people complain about the lack of Bruce Wayne scenes in this movie. Every time I see a comment about it I just cringe, because they sat through a nearly three hour movie and missed the entire point. This movie is very much about a Batman who has yet to master the mask of Bruce Wayne. He hasn't figured out that to help Gotham he needs to be both Bruce and Batman.
Also this video was absolutely magnificent. Truly, truly magnificent.
EXACTLY MAN THAT BUGS ME SO MUCH. The entire point of the movie is that he has an addiction and it’s bad for him but somehow people miss that. And thank you for the kind words I really appreciate it
@@Glumberbumber and I LOVE the addiction comparison because that's absolutely what it is. What do addicts have to learn to do to function at all in a society? Put on a mask of normalcy. This movie is a veiled metaphor for addiction, intentional or not. I think the character development for Bruce in this movie was just excellent.
@@Glumberbumber so is the next movie going to be called "Bruce Wayne" and be mostly him as bruce mastering the mask?
This is so well done, the attention to detail capturing every part of the scene is a very powerful skill. And the fact that you understand the story so well proves that you have an amazing understanding of film techniques and what can make a film. Well done my man, deserved 100%
love that someone talked about how the kid isnt robin. W vid
Thanks man. yeah that theory always frustrated me so I just had to get it out there
@@Glumberbumber I like that Matt Reeves debunked it without hesitation.
Very astute, I particularly appreciate the observation that his journal entry is written like a guy complaining about his job to distance himself from how deeply personal it really is.
This movie literally is the most meme'able edgy batman piece ever
And the best depiction of the dark reality that is gotham
wait i thought this would be a huge channel oh my god. immediate follow
DUDE ON GOD
Great take on a great film. I don't notice this kind of detail the first few times watching it, I just feel the power and meaning of the scene. Breakdowns like this explain why I feel this way, and I appreciate that.
First off, this is my favorite Batman movie. "Something In The Way" sets the movie perfectly. I never questioned, Why? But your explanation in the setup and how it plays into the movie is eye opening.
I'm glad that this came up in my recommendations! You have knack for this, and I've subscribed and am looking forward to whatever you've got coming up next.
the movie was just so perfectly pieced together and the lighting was delightful and those camera angles hit differently, it was an movie orgasm.
Holy shit. These Batman videos are AMAZING
Bruh..... I saw the title and thought "I wonder if it's my favorit scene that I often pull up when I think of this movie" and boom there it is. This movie was amazing
I don’t why but this made me tear up. Excellent video
I’m so glad you enjoyed it, I never thought my videos could have an emotional impact on people so thank you for telling me that
I love finding new channels from birth and watching the grow. Fresh approach
Now this is what film analysis is all about. People need to be reminded that film can be a lot more than simply the block-office roller coaster ride of the moment that you forget the moment you step out of the theater. Superior filmmaking has layers, and that's what people are talking about when they talk about "cinema".
I love that Bruce does in fact listen to Nirvana while working in the Batcave. Probably on loop. I hope they establish in the sequel he now listens to other Nirvana songs. Someone suggested Heart Shaped Box would be incredibly fitting of Mr. Freeze is in The Batman 2.
I think it would make more sense for him to just be into Darker music in general.
He looks like he listens Deftones, The Cure or Joy Division, he got that Robert Smith look
He definitely listens to young nudy too cuz his of muscle car 🤣 I mess with grunge gear head vibe he has
I’d make Heart Shaped Box the trailer/opening song and the movie’s overall theme song would be Heaven Beside You by Alice In Chains especially if it’s set during the winter and has Mr. Freeze
@@MenagerieOfMadness501 ooh I like that idea
Love the attention to detail, you sound like me breaking down a scene to my friends
You pulled that apart in a really insightful way. I hope one day we get to see what you can do from behind the camera - because if you understand that… man I am looking forward to seeing what you can do.
This was a very well done analysis video! I didn't realize how deep the inclusion of the song "Something in the Way" in The Batman truly was until this video. Well done!
you did such a great job man, big kudos!!!!!
Holy crap this is a great analysation of the scene and I like video essays that isn't just talk it makes me feel like I'm in a conversation
One of the best openings to any movie ever, could honestly just watch it on its own.
I also love how the lyrics of the song loosely foreshadow the ending events of the film, as the city has “sprung a leak”
Dude I absolutely envy people with analytical skills, how they could point out things that most people don't realize at first glance, it's like having x-ray vision lol. I'd love to know how you were able to discover your analysis and how you were able to put it to paper. I hope someday I could acquire these skill as well.
Honestly man I didn’t pick up on any of this my first watch or even my second or third watches. It took a lot of time just thinking about the movie and this scene and the more I thought about it the more I was able to put pieces together. I basically worked on the script for this video for like 3 months and most of that was just trying to put the pieces together in my head.
I consider myself to have pretty strong analytical skills. One key thing to analysis is to get rid of all personal bias and don't assume things. Try to connect dots and then play devils advocate with yourself and see things from a perspective that's not yours. Also be extremely patient. Sometimes analysis paralysis can happen. You might get stuck on one small detail for days and even have trouble sleeping because it's in your head. Sometimes it's ok to walk away and come back fresh after a little while.
Bro, you should do this more often. Film Critique by you is pretty good. I liked this so much
Awesome deconstruction. Feels like you've opened a new emotional avenue for me to experience this scene :)
wow ! what an analysis! I never thought so much details can be orchestrated in a movie scene . so subtle and clever … and you have the eye for it. I can only imagine what it’s like to go through life with such an insightful mind. while looking for the meanings of this song, I found your video.
Interesting.... because I was thinking the same. Didn't think anyone drove into it like I do. I'm want to hear more....
it was amazing guy! I thought you are a long time video essayist! Pls keep doing this! Youre really good!) Amazing video! I did not picked up on that
You earned that subscription damn
You earned that A, this is top-tier media analysis.
I knew it was a school project as soon as you mentioned the guitar tuning, no actual video essay would go that deep into something that doesn't actually matter
Not going to lie, when I first clicked on this video and heard your very casual narration style, I wasn't expecting much. Then you hit me with some of the most insightful film analysis I've ever heard. Brilliant video!
I like how you stitched the ideas in a very cogent pattern, I didn't quite notice the orchestra there
the name glumber makes me happy
this is the best thing ive seen all week, shared liked and subbed, thank you so much for posting this gem and not letting it die in the anals of time
Cat - Are you just…hideously scarred?
Bat - ..yeah..
legit my favorite scene in the movie. If you know batman you know what he felt in this scene upon learning that a child experienced something similar to what he went through
Astute analysis bro. This is exactly why I liked the movie so much. Most people that didn't like this movie didn't fully they understood it. They don't understand the nuance or how subtle it is. There is SO MUCH subtext. From the story, the acting, the cinematography, the music, etc...there were a lot of layers. (Esp when we contrast that with some of the melodrama from Christopher Nolan's trilogy.) Whereas those other Batman movies were great films and a lot of fun, The Batman is a "film". A cinematic masterpiece where Reeves used every tool in his toolbox to create the most original and compelling iteration of Batman yet.
Quick note: the guitar is not out of tune to itself and bandmates technically, it's just tuned down a halfstep from standard tuning, which is one of many alternate tunings. Using a capo achieves the same but in the opposite direction. Great video! Look forward to the next!
I definitely look forward to more film essays.
It might have been said before, but the song isn't "out of tune" it's alternate tuning. It's common enough in modern music to not be a big deal (unless you're trying to play it and don't know lol). Most of the times alternate tuning is about keeping in line with the vocals, but more times nowadays, it's a way for a song to sound provocative or fresh, plus, musicians like to try different things to avoid burnout.
Great breakdown. Very insightful.
I was bothered by that comment as well, especially because the tuning isn't even that different from standard--five of the six strings remain the same relative to one another, and dropping the sixth string two semitones is probably the most common tuning other than standard (especially in rock music). However, it is an usual tuning for an acoustic guitar, and I think it gives the song a much darker and someone unique-sounding tone. This definitely informs the scene and one could extend this to mean that Batman/Bruce is himself "detuned" (rather than "out of tune"), he's sinking, he's low, he's dark, etc.
Holy shit, this is god tier breakdown man like really you just made me love this movie even more. brilliant man simply brilliant.
I AM SO MAD RIGHT NOW.
2.03k subs? I just missed being part of the OG2K?
Well I am happy to be an elder of the OG3K
This was an amazing first outing. I'm excited
Your analysis of this is remarkable. I just saw this film last week and wondered, why choose a song like that? This makes it so much clearer now. I feel like you have an eye for film and storytelling. I look forward to what other films or media you might analyze in the future.
Bruh if this was a school project I hope you got an A++ on it cuz holy shit this was magnificent keep it up bro
Where’s the new channel I need more, this was beautifully crafted one of the best dissection of the movie I’ve seen, truly memorable.
Decided to stick to this channel because of all the subs I picked up. Probably be changing the name soon but all the new content will be right here
I’m glad, I know your a gaming channel but I think video essays might just be you forte.
I’ve wanted to get into video essays for a while but didn’t really know how to get started. Glad I finally did cuz I enjoyed it a lot and it seems a lot of others did too
this is such an amazing analysis omg!! i love how much they made bruce like kurt cobain, im obsessed with both bruce and kurt so it was amazing seeing a media connect them!!!
edit: also when u mentioned the song being tuned down, to emphasize that more, it's played in drop C#, meaning the lowest guitar string, the standard low E, has to be tuned down 2 1/2 notes down, which is reallyyyy low for a standard 6 string guitar. Also the recording used a broken guitar Kurt bought at a pawn shop, and it would go out of tune very quickly
Kill me if I'm wrong, but i think the original song was actually played in Drop C and they played it in Drop C# during the MTV unplugged live
I've loved the character for decades and you really dove into this beautifully. You increased my already high appreciation for the movie. Kudos to you friend.
You are a natural🤌, brilliant video essay, id love too see more content like this in the future 💯🎬
Thanks man. Got a lot more to come soon
@@Glumberbumber awesome ! Looking forward to it
This makes me wanna see this movie just because of this video. Thank you
This was fantastic! It really shows the craft and effort put into the film and your analysis shows us - quickly, I might add - how the audience can derive even more appreciation on different levels if we allow ourselves to explore the details. Really great work and looking forward to more. Subbed.
People don’t realize how this movie captured the essence and the epitome of a true Batman comic
I really liked this, the algorithm chose well to suggest you!
Maaaan this was awesome, blew my mind multiple times
Well done! Not just a fan vid but truly insightful.
The thing that would have made this all perfect is if during the second scene Something in the Way is played it was the Unplugged version to highlight the change in Bruce and his newfound resolve.
I like to think that when something in the way starts at the end of the movie. it means that he is that thing in the way of maybe hope and despair or vengeance and justice? he became a symbol of something better by the end of the movie.
That’s a good way of thinking about it I hadn’t really considered that. I think it’s meant to have multiple interpretations so you’re definitely onto something
Gosh finally, I was struck by this scene since first watching this films and keep searching for analysis but never found it till now
Glad you made this video :D
underrated af
Very well done! Surprised this isn't a bigger channel. Underrated fr
I usually give a listen to the so called experts on youtube and after 30 sec or 1 min I skip channel and look for something else, but you got me and this was an amazing description especially for someone who likes details but it's not a pro who can catch these techincal and emotional aspects.
Thank you, congrats and I'm looking forward to see more from you, just subscribed.
Well my friend I hope you're taking film classes because this was a really well done scene analysis. You broke it down very well and even got me thinking about stuff I hadn't picked up on. Keep it up!
a vulnerable batman and other ways his enemies relate with him is awesome,
Amazing video, like others have already said, I never looked at the song this way, and every point you've made has been well thought out and makes sense.
I'm subbing because I want to be able to say one day that I was here before this channel blew up. Incredible content. Please do Joker next.
Never knew that part about the song...dang you learn something new every day
I really appreciate how concise this video is.
Literally gasped in the theater when this shot hit. Masterpiece level stuff.
Robert Pattinson is such a great actor
Honestly his performance as Batman has gotta be the most underrated acting performance of the year
I noticed that shot @2:42 with Real campaign poster and Gotham Square Garden. This is where the "real change" of Riddler's plan will come to a climax. This is also where Batman's real change happens, where he realizes vengeance isn't enough. He also must become a symbol of hope. It's nice foreshadowing.
There was no way I thought the world needed another Batman movie, but god damn this was such a good movie.
Appreciate you!! This was a great POV and I think you should do more.
It's hard to put yourself out there, but this video was great. I hope you keep having success in your education and keep sharing the fruits of your labor with us 👍
Great video, I'm excited to see more flims break downs, especially more The Batman!!!
Amazing video essay bro! Get this man a million subs
excellent video dude, would love to see this kind of analysis on other aspects of this movie, or anything really, keep it up man!
You better have gotten a top grade for this