Why do people act like this is the only movie to ever use this song? For everyone that was so high on how cinematic this film supposedly was, nobody has a knowledge of its history, which is ironically hilarious. Jarhead had a much, MUCH better use of this song.
Matt Reeves confirmed that this Joker was born with a permanent smile. He’s also not called the Joker yet, and Reeves said he won’t necessarily be in the next movie.
Cody man your reviews have gone up in the best way possible.. you’ve always been a great reviewer who goes beyond just surface level and ain’t afraid to speak your opinion… but damn you have really leveled up over the last year man. Keep up the kickass work!
This movie was an absolute masterpiece in filmmaking, this is the most accurate live action portrayal of The Batman yet, and this movie hit all the beats that I wanted it to 10/10.
The movie is perfect in my eyes. For a 3 hour movie it never drags which shows damn good writing for the story. I'm looking forward to see where they go with these new movies. I really hope they bring in Mr Freeze later on. Him and Bane are my favorite villains. Very curious to see how they do the Joker. The shots in this movie are beautiful. The score for the movie is also really well done. All around great movie and hope we get a new one within the next two years
Absolute masterpiece! An amazing gothic murder mystery and took out everything I disliked about Batman films and brought the best elements forward! Pattinson was incredible, Paul Dano was fucking terrifying, couldn’t have asked for a better film 10/10
The first half of this movie is quite possibly the best superhero movie I have ever seen. The tension the action the score it was just perfect. Then it did slow down a bit and I do feel like it tended to drag at times but it was easily the best DC movie since the Dark Knight Rises. Possibly even better.
I really feel if they had cut out the 20 mins with the twist about his parents that went nowhere it would’ve been perfect. Oh and cutting out Joker at the end too lol
I agree with this, the first half was incredible! The scene with the guy who had that riddler trap on his head was fantastic and the car chase was so epic that I think it set the bar too high for all future action sequences. Honestly every scene in the first half of the movie was so so so good. Then the movie kinda lost me and it felt like a lot of filler was going on. I also found the climax and Riddlers overall motive and plan kinda disappointing. I was expecting some big final confrontation in like a building rigged with loads of traps and a bunch of hostages in danger that batman has to save with Riddler taunting him over the PA system or something. Instead he gets himself arrested and then the climax is just explosions and guys with guns. It also didn't make sense to me why he let himself be arrested. Why not have one of his followers shoot Falcone? I dunno... I really did love the first half of the film so so much but the second half and overall length let it down for me.
@@peskyspider5103 it wasn’t just explosions & guys with guns the entire city was submerged underwater it was Gotham’s Katrina lol that’s pretty horrifying and epic, and that flare scene of Batman actually saving people was so powerful and a rare moment to see in modern day superhero film. Even in the Nolan films I didn’t see him get down and dirty to help victims like that. I’m not saying your opinion is wrong, of course like what you like, but just don’t think that specific aspect should go ignored. I was in New Orleans when Katrina hit, & I would’ve loved to have seen some hope like that
@@uhuhuh1966 I mean I was kinda including the flood as part of the explosions because they are what caused it. I put it in the destruction category the same as Joker blowing up the hospital and Bane blowing up the football stadium. Doesn't really matter that it's water causing the damage this time. I wanted something a bit different from Riddler but they just fell back into old tropes. The scene with the hostage in the trap having to solve riddles from earlier in the film was much more exciting and tense. I wanted more scenes like that. But I seem to clearly be in the minority here.
Just went and saw it. Absolutely a masterpiece and I have no shame saying it. This might honestly be the first movie I’ve seen in my adult life where the cast was absolutely perfect for there roles within the movie and the story reeves was trying to tell. Gotta be at least a 9/10 in my book
My son and I saw this today and WOW!!! Best film I’ve seen in a long time and possibly the best film I’ve seen in theaters. We both thought it was two face at the end. Beautiful film, such a good story. The Riddler was horrific. The batmobile almost made me cry. Beautiful.
I love how the mayor's son is there to symbolize Bruce's arc into the light. I was hoping the kid to reach Batman's hand at the end and I was glad it happened.
I love everything about this movie! I really can’t pick out a single problem from it. None of the actors outshined one another. They were all perfect in their roles. Battinson was brutal and psychologically torn, Paul Dano was downright scary as the Riddler, Zoe Kravitz was electrifying as Catwoman, John Turturro was eerie as Falcone, Colin Farrell is hilarious as the Penguin and Jeffrey Wright is tied with Gary Oldman as my favorite portrayal of Gordon. The opening is the scariest moment to any comic book movie, and its usage of Ave Maria was the cherry on top! Michael Giacchino’s score is haunting and mesmerizing, and it’s one of the most memorable scores for a Batman movie. The Batman is a comic book film that rightfully deserves to be called a masterpiece! 10/10
Couldn’t agree more. The acting was perfect. Every single character felt real and felt genuine. Even the side characters like the random cops were done extremely well and felt like real characters straight out of a Batman comic. Imo this movie was a filmmaking masterpiece, the acting, score, and cinematography was amazing. I’ll be baffled if this movie can’t win big at the oscars and emmys
I don't necessarily disagree with all of this, but even after a first watch there some things that stood out as needing improvement. I really didn't like the pacing of the 3rd act after Ridler is apprehended, and his whole plan of drowning Gotham didn't make sense for his character. The Ridler only killed or hurt people that he thought deserved it. The whole drowning Gotham plan caused damage to all the citizens. That whole sequence felt like they needed an action set piece and so they just threw something in. It literally happened out of nowhere and was not set up at all. Secondly, I don't think they developed Catwoman well enough. At first we see some sort of connection to the Russian girl, but she gets killed off and it isn't developed. I didn't really care about that whole storyline. Carmine Falcone being her father was more interesting, but that is only revealed later.
Yeah, awesome movie. Just a side note, the riddler henchman that got unmasked in the stadium was the same dude that was complaining about rich people to Bruce at the funeral. Just thought it was an interesting detail
I didn't think a Batman film would ever measure up to The Dark Knight. I am happy to say I was wrong. Paul Dano was a particular highlight for me.....Easily the best interpretation of The Riddler
@@dcmastermindfirst9418 yeah…no one’s saying it wasn’t. It’s really an origin for Bruce Wayne’s persona. He finds it pointless in this until the very end where he realized he can be more than just vengeance.
Excellent review and commentary, Cody. Just curious, did anyone else think the movie was going to reveal that Riddler was the son of the journalist killed by Falcone? Hence, how he ended up an orphan with a vendetta against the Wayne’s.
Love your channel man! I also loved this movie. Just came back from seeing it a second time and I loved it even more this time. Another Easter egg was the reporter with the last name Elliott that Thomas Wayne was trying to silence. This is Thomas Elliotts (Hush)’s great grandfather. The hush money line with the word Hush popping up on screen was done on purpose. Loved it!
I've never read the "No Man's Land" story arc, but it seems like that's where either the next film or this Penguin show may be headed. As Gotham lies in shambles, all the different crime factions rise up and each take over a section. This almost felt like I was watching a live action version of the Arkham games, definitely a 10/10 score.
You should watch Reeve’s explanation as to why he left the Joker scene in. Makes perfect sense, especially when if he would’ve used it as an End Credits scene it would’ve seemed like he was next. But using him as a small cameo-like role it allows for the tease and the “eventual” anticipation build up.
Got to say I think this might be my favorite Batman film after watching it I loved the whole detective side, and honestly the joker thing didn’t bug me because like you said I fell they may do to him what they did to the penguin and I feel that would be awesome
Know what I love most about this (the entire debate over this movie)? Nearly 85 years this character has been out there, published every single month, and people are still passionate about him. He is more than just a comic book hero, he is a myth for our times. Bill and Bob created something special here (even though they ripped off The Shadow to do it).
Cody I am 💯 with you, this movie was a complete masterclass in filmmaking, I was hooked from the second it began, I paid for my seat but I only used the edge of it, this is the Batman movie I’ve been waiting to see for 40 years, my only issue was it was ONLY 3 hours, complete masterpiece 10/10.
I just watched it and MY GOD. I'm absolutely blown away. What a masterpiece of a film. Robert Pattinson killed it and he is the best Batman in my opinion. Not to mention, Riddler was amazing as well. The batmobile chase scene was incredible
A little late but I just watched this movie for the first time yesterday. The bat mobile chase scene was stellar and it went on for so long and it was pure adrenaline.
I finally saw The Batman yesterday, and I'm flying! I'm in total agreement that it's a masterpiece. Top notch acting, gritty atmosphere, killer score, remarkable fight sequences and action scenes. It was most definitely a slow burn, but the ramped up moments were timed so well to keep it at a steady enough pace. The runtime was my only concern going in, but I feel like the movie flew by. The one mixed aspect was the Joker tease, and that's only because we've been oversaturated with the character.
This movie surpassed my expectations in every way! It may be my favorite one now. The only thing I wish the film would have utilized more of was Pattinson's narration. We only got it at the very beginning and the very end. For a neo-noir, murder mystery style, narration fits it like a glove and I was hoping it was going to continue throughout the film( even though that decision didn't weaken it in any way). Great reviews man! Love your work!
my favorite scene was at the end when Batman used the flare to lead people out the water and helping people out the wreckage. It was honestly the simplest yet most beautiful scene.
SPOT ON review! I've seen it 3 times already (admittedly got too stoned on edibles the first time & couldn't focus🥴), second time in theaters I fell in love with it. Third time I got to show my brother on long flight and I really got to sit back and admire all the visual and technical effects having already had the plot down. The Dark Knight was my fav Batman film but this dethroned it
The riddler, the riddler THE FUCKING RIDDLER! man what a villain, what a performance. Eyes were glued to the screen any time he was around so terrifying so suspensful! Amazing.
Nobody else seems to have mentioned it, but the final act seems to be setting up a version of 'Cataclysm'. Obviously, if that's true then various aspects will be changed but it also explains the 'Joker' scene better - you need several of the key villains to do the whole 'carving up the city' thing. Plus, I'd love to see Nightwing and the Huntress on the big screen (though not necessarily both in the next film).
Dude.. thank you for this review. I agree with every single thing here. And you phrased everything in a way I never could. So happy you were as moved and stunned at this movie as I was.
I am in love with this movie....we reviewed it over on Poindexter Lounge and it is amazing. The atmosphere of this movie is intense, gritty and everything I wanted. I would like to see other practically grounded versions of the Rogues Gallery...
Just got outta the theater about 45 min ago the only movie having a chance at overtaking the batman this year is Halloween ends in my opinion. An incredible experience all around.
Incredible discussion/review Cody, I really dig your thoughts and perspectives! I share a lot of similar thoughts and agree this truly was a masterpiece. It’s everything I wanted and more some. I cannot wait for the next installment in this Reeves film series, thanks!
Dark Knight Trilogy will always be my Batman… but I’m excited to see more of this Batman , it was an intriguing and definitely different take on super hero movie… keep up good work Cody love your videos man, def wanna see all the Batman content possible
@hotwings.. Nice to see someone not blinded by recency bias. The Batman is great. I’ve bought it, watched it 3 times and will watch it more, it’s a quality film. But the way everyone is saying it’s best ever, over The Dark Knight trilogy, is not my personal opinion. I still love those Nolan films, despite a few flaws they have stood the test of time. People just get something new that’s good and are blinded to all else. The Batman is in the top 4 Batman films ever in my opinion but maybe not the flawless, transcendent piece of art that most of these other comments are raving about.
You could interpret that Riddler does know Bruce Wayne is Batman, but doesn’t want anyone else to know. So he kinda tells him, but not fully, minding the security camera recording them. That would line up with the comics where Riddler figures it out, but doesn’t tell anyone because there’s no fun in a riddle everyone knows the answer to.
That was my take, I think he either knows or has a really good idea that it's Bruce. I think the reason he repeated Bruce Wayne, a few times in that slow whisper, was because he was testing the water, if he got any reaction or tell from Batman when he said his name, but because Riddler didn't notice anything and Batman waiting before reacting, the Riddler moved along....
Great review. Him and Martinez interactions were great too. Also I think the last 30 minutes of the movie and fight scene at the stadium was for Batman fans in general. We got to see The Batman in full action and all his gadgets. Lastly that was definitely a foreshadowing of what venom could be if used in rage. An adrenaline shot for sure but that was an Easter egg to venom.
I also love how the letter Riddler sent to the Wayne residence to Batman was fireproofed so Batman would still get it. Cementing that Riddler didn’t know Bruce was Batman because he didn’t intend for Alfred to read it.
I saw it today, I thought it was really good. I really like the darker take on it, the directing is fantastic, the acting all around is great. I love that we finally get a Batman who actually feels like a legit detective. I love how creepy they made the Riddler. The character arc they gave Bruce Wayne in this was very well done. I also love that shot of everyone following him in the end, pretty nice ending. I'm with you on Joker, I'm sick of him, give me some new villains. I didn't have a problem with the third act, but I was starting to feel the runtime a bit. I didn't love it like you did, but this is easily top 3 Batman movies for me, I hope we get another one. Great review Cody, thank you.
The consequence of Heath Ledger's Joker being so good is that it convinced DC that they had to put Joker in anything Batman related for it to succeed, a theory Jared Leto's terrible version proved wrong. There have been a few good Jokers since TDK like Arkham Joker, the Gotham Jokers, Telltale's Joker and Phoenix's but Joker's way overused at this point. I've always wanted a live action Clayface similar to the animated series one.
@Cody, I went thru half the comments and didn’t see it posted so I’ll ask. I’m sure by now you’ve seen the deleted scene joker… and was curious about your thoughts on his performance and the scene as a whole. And its justification for being taken out. I’m glad that I stand with you on this movie as being a masterpiece. I have a friend that refuses to give it the time of day because Heath Ledger is goat to him. I keep trying to convince him to watch it. And I’ll be there watching The Penguin right along with you. Awesome review
I'm very glad that you're on cloud nine about this movie. I really like it, but it's nowhere near my favorite Batman movie. I love the idea of a detective story for a Batman movie and I think they nailed the tone and the atmosphere. I just wish the quality of the atmosphere matched the quality of the story. The story just didn't wow me here. It's good, but I wasn't enraptured by it anywhere near as much as I was with the Nolan trilogy, or even Batman v Superman. Also, I'm not 100 percent on board with this version of The Riddler. It's a cool version, but I couldn't fully get into it. I thought it was way too reminiscent of the Zodiac killer, also didn't care for the look of him either. Robert Pattinson was great as Batman, but still not my favorite. Basically, everything that this movie gives us, except for the atmosphere, I've seen done better in the Nolan trilogy and BvS. The score, the casting, the emotionally captivating story, even the action sequences. So overall, I really enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to watching it again, but I'm starting to think that people are hyping this movie up to be much better than it actually is in my opinion.
I agree with most of your points. I really liked the Riddler and thought he really worked. Falconi on the other hand I felt didn't come across as threatening enough. I think Colin Farrel probably deserves an Oscar nod for his performance. But this won't be seriously compared to the Godfather for quality like the Dark Knight was (and still is, and IMO is better than the Godfather). I'd put it roughly in line with Dark Knight Rises. Not as strong in the first 2 acts as DKR, but doesn't fall apart at the end with the reveals as much as DKR. So still a great movie. For me better than Batman Begins (the first of the Nolan trilogy) so still a great start and this could go on to match that trilogy when we get more installments. Pattinson was a great Batman but his Bruce needs work. Alfred was fine but needs more time. Excited to see where they go with this iteration. I think the only place BvS tops this is action and Batfleck (still my no.1 overall Batman performance due to how good his Bruce and Bats is).
What I love about this Batman 1: he makes mistakes 2: this is fully a detektiv story 3: bruce is pretty much dead just batman 4: the car chase 5: he learns how to become a symbol of hope
Whats so beautiful about this movie is that riddler and batman are the same. It takes that scene with batman and riddler face to face that batman sees a different between batman and Bruce Wayne
I finally saw this film tonight, and wow, it exceeded my expectations. Robert Pattinson was phenomenal. Zoe Kravitz was excellent as Catwoman; despite not surpassing Michelle Pfeiffer (I'm not sure anyone can unseat her), she compliments Robert Pattinson very well. I was also surprised to find out Colin Farrell plays Penguin.....his transformation into the role was brilliant. Jeffrey was great as always. I can't wait to see where the sequels go. I really love the Nolan trilogy, but The Batman almost surpasses those films for me.
I love your take on the movie and how enthusiastic you are for it. I experienced the exact same thing at the Batmobile revving up. In fact, I actually forgot about the new Batmobile going to the film, that when it finally came up and ROARS to life, it took my breath away, and the car chase knocked it out of the park. I watched this to the end and I can agree with your final wrap-up thoughts that The Batman is a masterpiece. For me, it’s at least very close to one. I am seeing the movie a second time, and I am PSYCHED.
I come here for the spoiler free reviews then come onto these spoiler reviews that you've started doing, just to compare notes. Very similar notes lol. Keep up the good work Cody, you're a class act mate.
I adored this film. This does not feel like a comic book movie to but a film noir. Just got out of seeing it for the third time. Can’t wait to buy the steelbook.
Your passion for this movie is awesome, I’ve seen it 3 times now since Tuesday. My love grows each time. I don’t think the joker pad on was necessary but as you said it was most likely mandated. If that’s the case it’s a shame since they seemed to give him (Reeves) full creative control. Im hoping we get Mr Freeze next or at least somewhere in this world. Thanks for all the awesome content brother!
I loved this movie. I love the ambition, the length, the slow burn, the balancing of all characters with their place in the plot and all of their motivations. This is the best Gotham in the movies so far for me too. I just didn’t care for the Joker scene and the portrayal of Bruce Wayne but it could go up after rewatches and films in this universe. I would give it like a 9/10
Fantastic review, man. I’m itching to go a 2nd time. I was overwhelmed the 1st viewing. To be transparent, I really needed this review/breakdown. For some stupid reason I’ve be coming across, or sometimes directly seeking out, ridiculous negative takes on this movie. People crapping on it for rather flimsy reasons. This review was a great reprieve and an awesome reminder that there are so many passionate fans that love this movie as much as I do. I’m not crazy! Haha
I agree Cody, The Batman was a great film! I agree with pretty much all of your points, including the Joker bit at the end. While the action was terrific in this, my favorite moments were the investigation scenes with Batman and Gordon. Loved those scenes!
If there’s 1 reviewer i say aligns most with my opinions its you bro. And yea the 2nd time for me was better and im calling it a masterpiece. How that’s possible idk. The last fight scene felt more epic
According to Matt Reeves there was another scene with that 'unnamed inmate' from earlier in the film that was cut, where Batman goes to Arkham to try and profile the Riddler, so Joker would've maybe served a similar role to Calendar Man from the Long Halloween. Whilst I'd rather there was flat out no Joker in the film at all, I think that maybe would've helped make that last scene come off less as an obligatory tease for the future. I have no opinion on this new Joker yet, from what little we got I like that he seems to have the more traditional curly/messy hair look from the comics and a grotesque face, but my biggest issue with that scene was I felt it devalued the Riddler a little bit by waving a bigger villain in our face. Personally going into this and hearing that we're supposedly getting a trilogy, I would have liked Joker to not show up until the third film, and even then he wouldn't be the main villain but instead Batman has to go to him for information on some wider scheme, with it being implied that between films Batman has met the Joker and already put him in Arkham. I think the smart thing to do at this point with the Joker is to give us a Batman and Joker who have a history, that's something we've still not got in a live-action film. Then again given how good of a job Matt Reeves did with this film there's probably some other angle he has planned for the Joker that we're not going to expect, so I'm optimistic.
Two Face needs to be the main villain of a future Batman film. One where he's not the Joker ripoff Forever's was and where he gets scarred earlier than in The Dark Knight.
There have been parts of several Batman adaptations I have loved "in the moment". Keaton and Burton gave me a dark, gothic Gotham, Bake and Nolan made Gotham more "real" and Batman less fantastical. But in every adaptation there have been elements I didn't like, Keaton casually murdering criminals, Bale's Bat-voice, Bane (either one). What Pattinson and Reeves did here was check every box I had for an interesting, dark, decaying Gotham... grounded hero that reatained enough comic book elements to be fun and a detective narrative that has never been done right before in these movies. And, on top of that, I have no complaints, no "yeah... but"'s. Things like Batman taking gunshots left and right and emerging from explosions unscathed are the "comic book" parts to me. I'm sold on Reeves' vision and will be eagerly awaiting anything else that comes out to expand on this world.
After seeing it a second time, i think one of the best things this film did is create multiple relationship points/arcs that all centered and went back to Batman each time. It trully is a film about him in every sense, because its seen nearly entierly from his point of view. Weather its Gordon, Alfred, Selina, Penguin, Riddler etc...they all have different relationships with him yet exisit in the same world. We needed a film that explored Batman as a character more, and we havent really had it since Batman Begins. Its just a great film on so many different levels, really excited for the future!
It's crazy how dark this is for a pg-13 rating over here in the UK it was rated a 15 but loved this film from beginning to end and can't wait to watch it again next week this is the best characterisation of batman to date I think this is my second favourite batman film it might be the first after more viewings.
I told people robert was gonna do the character justice no one listened to me though. Love the review man. Going through all your videos i found your channel the other day
Also didn't know if you picked up on this but the Riddler thug that Batman nearly beats to death is the guy at the Mayor's funeral calling them rich scum and the movie doesn't spell that out and I thought that was just great
Finally watched this last night..I’ve been waiting to watch this review until I saw the film and I’m blown away! This is my favorite Batman movie to date!
I’m seeing the movie tomorrow. So I’m excited to watch this video after Cody. I saw parts of your non- spoiler review already and I’m excited to see the film and see if our desires for this film align.
I'm glad I was wrong about this but I totally thought they were gonna have the mayors son become robin. That might be cool for a later movie but this one definitely needed to have batman center stage
This felt like mini series that I binged in some ways. I loved it, but I wonder if that’s where people talk about feeling an extra movie? Beats like Funeral, Penguin chase, Falcone’s death/Riddler unmasked make it feel like reveal, fakeout, resolution to an audience trained to look for three acts. If you look at this as Riddler’s movie, then yes, the ending is a “different” movie. I was there for Batman so to me, the beats hit as, Vengeance, The Detective, The Hero so it felt absolutely necessary. Riddler wins but ultimately loses because Batman does not ever give up. That core of the character was all over the screen. Only thing I caught that you didn’t mention- and I am not sure you didn’t catch it. Alfred tries to decode the first cypher because of his time in “the circus” which is how the Brits refer to their intelligence community. Alfred is an MI5 or MI6 code breaker who also taught Bruce how to fight, a subtle nod that he helped shape The Detective as much as he did Vengeance.
There was a really good deleted scene with Batman visiting Joker in prison to seek help with the Riddler case (like Will Graham going to Hannibal Lecter in Red Dragon) that alludes to their history. It'll be interesting to see a Batman / Joker dynamic where Batman has already faced and defeated his greatest nemesis.
I agree with this review 100%.... I also loved the dynamic between the comparison to Bruce and Edwards' lives as orphans. The movie was everything I hoped it would be, and more.
Really enjoyed your review man! Saw the movie when it first came out in theatres and watched it again on HBO Max about two weeks ago. Definitely enjoyed the new take on Batman. Loved how they took a very ground-level, back alleyway type of approach to Gotham City. Thought the Penguin was a standout performance! I agree the Joker tack-on there at the end felt very much like a contractual obligation by Warner Bros. I do think they could have probably shaved off about 20 mins from the final cut. 3 hours is a beast sometimes! All in all, I'd probably rank it #3 in my book behind The Dark Knight and 1989 Batman with Michael Keaton
Granted I've only seen it once, but I cannot stop thinking about it and whether I can see it again in the theater or at home, I cannot wait to own it! This is exactly what I wanted to see with a Batman film. Am I riding on a high? Possibly. But to tell you truth, I have not loved (I really did like The Dark Knight and BvS) but LOVED a Batman movie since the Burton era. I was kind of wearied out with the joker tease, because Batman has a variety of villain's, I heard Mr. Freeze might show up in the future, yes! please! give us that! But this was such a fantastic film! Also this unrelated, but I noticed we're both wearing the same Jason shirt right now, funny.
Fucking loved it. Also loved this interpretation of the Riddler -- radical incel Elliot Rodgers-esque twitch streamer? Worked perfectly thematically and makes total sense especially as a modern iteration. It was everything they claimed it would be and I've already bought another ticket because I instantly wanted to see it again, if this is the first entry of a trilogy it could easily become my favorite. Pattinson killed it, he's probably my favorite in-suit live action. Only have very small criticisms overall and I'm so happy that's the case, not quite sure what to make of the sequelbait towards the end but given how well this one went I'm willing to just buy tickets to the next two right now, Reeves earned a pass to try anything he wants from me.
The Batman IS a masterpiece. Did you notice that the one hesitant punk in that joker face paint gang in the beginning only had half of his face painted? Symbolizing that he probably wasn’t all bad and got mixed up with the wrong crowd…it’s attention to subtle detail like that which turns movies from just being good to absolutely legendary.
The opening of Batman reminded me of the opening from Dirty Harry when the killer looks at the woman for a while before shooting her, thought it was a really cool nod!
So glad you loved it. It is by far my favorite Batman movie and my god what you said about that car chase scene in the other review is exactly how I felt.
I do have a problem with the 3rd act, not the flooding cause that part was important to wrap up his arc. I had a lil problem with the riddler goons cause it's just goons we know Batman's gonna beat em more or less + even the mayor ended up surviving so it was just dubs on dubs for Batman , i think the ending monologue would've been more impactful if Batman "lost" every one of the targets to Riddler's plans. (Just my opinion)
I loved the fact you gave the batman a 5 out of 5 I would give it a 11.5 out of 10 if it makes sense because of how exceeding my expectations was accomplished. I loved how much matt Reeves seems to respect the fans so much and he would never do what the past batman movies have done and left on the table I think you would walk away before ever doing another batman and robin catastrophe so I'm excited about the future of the batman movies for once I just know they are heading in the right direction and cant wait for what's to come.
Batman first reached his hand out to help the new Mayor, whom in the 1st scene of the movie critized having a masked vigilante for the last two years, and she was hesitant. The original mayor's son was the first to reach back to Batman and that bridged the new Mayor elect to accept Batman for what is , Gotham's Knight. Which is what makes the flare scene even more impactful. This movie had so many connections tie together throughout its runtime I agree with you Cody, it is a masterpiece. I also can get over how intimidating the new batmoblie was and how iconic it was to hear Batman's boots whenever he would appear from the shadows.
I'm glad to see everybody had a great time with this film, I went in with low expectations because I hate new movies in general, and honestly... I thought it was just ok. Alot of great stuff in this, great acting, decent actions scenes and well shot, but I thought the 3rd act just ended up being silly to me, and the reveal of riddlers new friend at the end may be a big deal for most people, but the actor who plays him is an Irish actor I absolutely despise. Wasnt mad about Gordon in this either, I just felt like his line delivery was way too cheesy and I couldn't take him seriously, and am I the only one who felt alot of the fight scenes looked more cgi than actual physical combat? I'm sure it will be alot better with a second viewing but I had my expectations met with the first viewing, glad everyone loved it including Cody, but it is what it is for me
Everyone has those movies that just stick with them and The Batman is that for me. It feels like the exact movie i have always hoped for in a Batman film. The actors are top notch across the board, especially Pattinson, Dano, Wright, and Kravitz. Andy Serkis was great, i just wanted more of him. Robert is MY Batman. He embodies that angry, vulnerable, smart, ninja detective perfectly and also delivers a great and understandable "Bat voice". I adore film noir and this movie perfectly hits all the noir cliches while making them fresh. The music does an absolute ton to augment every scene in this film from personal to bombastic to dramatic, the score slaps. Giacchino's best work hands down and that is a big task. I have seen the film upwards of 20 times(8 in theater) and i am always surprised when it ends because it moves along so well for a slow burn. The car chase in this movie is THE all timer for cinema car chases and highlights that, simply, this is the most beautifully shot film of all time. The cinematography in every single scene is unimpeachable. The atmosphere of this world is on i want to inhabit many times. 10/10 masterpiece and my favorite film since Lord of the Rings. Bring on the Penguin show!!!
Interesting fact, my first name is Thomas and middle name is Wayne. A complete ironic coincidence. However, I absolutely loved this movie. I saw it last night with a group of friends and we stayed afterwards for at least 45 minutes talking about it. I’m going to see it again tomorrow and see the first 15 minutes we missed because we were late. I’m sure I’ll love it even more.
This movie was everything I wanted to see in a new Batman story. I absolutely loved this portrayal of the Riddler, in particular, as a Zodiac Killer type figure for Gotham. While I’m not sure yet whether I prefer this movie to the Dark Knight, the fact that I’m even questioning it speaks volumes
Love the channel man, this maybe way out there but I have a question that I’ve been pondering on this film… in the scene when Riddler is revealing Thomas and Martha Wayne’s corruption and they show his campaign and shortly after bring up the investigating reporter, the reporter or man they show is a blonde man with glasses, is it possible that the man that was killed was riddlers father? It may seem far fetched or deep but it just seemed very odd that one of the reporters or people shown had similar features to Paul Dano, and maybe in riddlers findings in constructing his plan he realized that man may have been his father or something of that sort. It was not brought up but it may have been a hint or something deeper to find in that scene. Appreciate all you do and love your reviews just would love to hear your opinion. Thanks man!
I absolutely loved this movie and your review. The only nitpick I do have though is how does the Riddler know about the corruption of the Waynes. I know he is smart but still. Maybe they explain it and I just did not catch that. However, that's the thing I am excited about as I am for sure going to watch this movie again.
The use of Nirvanas “Something In The Way” is legendary. This film was so dark and beautiful.
Why do people act like this is the only movie to ever use this song? For everyone that was so high on how cinematic this film supposedly was, nobody has a knowledge of its history, which is ironically hilarious. Jarhead had a much, MUCH better use of this song.
Matt Reeves confirmed that this Joker was born with a permanent smile. He’s also not called the Joker yet, and Reeves said he won’t necessarily be in the next movie.
Where did you hear and or see this info?
@@ElijahisBatman87 IGN interview thats easy to find
@@royalwarlord2342 I’m gonna look for it lol
Cody man your reviews have gone up in the best way possible.. you’ve always been a great reviewer who goes beyond just surface level and ain’t afraid to speak your opinion… but damn you have really leveled up over the last year man. Keep up the kickass work!
Thanks man. I greatly appreciate the kind words.
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This movie was an absolute masterpiece in filmmaking, this is the most accurate live action portrayal of The Batman yet, and this movie hit all the beats that I wanted it to 10/10.
Copy and pasted from The Dark Knight comment section.
@@Maxxroad No it wasn't, The Dark Knight is my second favorite film of all time, this was just a better film in terms of accuracy to the character.
Oh please
Oh please
The movie is perfect in my eyes. For a 3 hour movie it never drags which shows damn good writing for the story. I'm looking forward to see where they go with these new movies. I really hope they bring in Mr Freeze later on. Him and Bane are my favorite villains. Very curious to see how they do the Joker. The shots in this movie are beautiful. The score for the movie is also really well done. All around great movie and hope we get a new one within the next two years
Absolute masterpiece! An amazing gothic murder mystery and took out everything I disliked about Batman films and brought the best elements forward! Pattinson was incredible, Paul Dano was fucking terrifying, couldn’t have asked for a better film 10/10
What are some things you disliked about BATMAN?
This movie is like Batman, Se7en, Zodiac, and Max Payne all rolled into one. The music was reminiscent of Batman Returns as well.
The Catwoman theme was very similar to Batman Returns
Am watching Se7en now. Epic thriller of the 90s. Still today
The first half of this movie is quite possibly the best superhero movie I have ever seen. The tension the action the score it was just perfect. Then it did slow down a bit and I do feel like it tended to drag at times but it was easily the best DC movie since the Dark Knight Rises. Possibly even better.
I really feel if they had cut out the 20 mins with the twist about his parents that went nowhere it would’ve been perfect. Oh and cutting out Joker at the end too lol
Rises? lmao u mean TDK?
I agree with this, the first half was incredible! The scene with the guy who had that riddler trap on his head was fantastic and the car chase was so epic that I think it set the bar too high for all future action sequences. Honestly every scene in the first half of the movie was so so so good. Then the movie kinda lost me and it felt like a lot of filler was going on. I also found the climax and Riddlers overall motive and plan kinda disappointing. I was expecting some big final confrontation in like a building rigged with loads of traps and a bunch of hostages in danger that batman has to save with Riddler taunting him over the PA system or something. Instead he gets himself arrested and then the climax is just explosions and guys with guns. It also didn't make sense to me why he let himself be arrested. Why not have one of his followers shoot Falcone? I dunno... I really did love the first half of the film so so much but the second half and overall length let it down for me.
@@peskyspider5103 it wasn’t just explosions & guys with guns the entire city was submerged underwater it was Gotham’s Katrina lol that’s pretty horrifying and epic, and that flare scene of Batman actually saving people was so powerful and a rare moment to see in modern day superhero film. Even in the Nolan films I didn’t see him get down and dirty to help victims like that. I’m not saying your opinion is wrong, of course like what you like, but just don’t think that specific aspect should go ignored. I was in New Orleans when Katrina hit, & I would’ve loved to have seen some hope like that
@@uhuhuh1966 I mean I was kinda including the flood as part of the explosions because they are what caused it. I put it in the destruction category the same as Joker blowing up the hospital and Bane blowing up the football stadium. Doesn't really matter that it's water causing the damage this time. I wanted something a bit different from Riddler but they just fell back into old tropes. The scene with the hostage in the trap having to solve riddles from earlier in the film was much more exciting and tense. I wanted more scenes like that. But I seem to clearly be in the minority here.
Just went and saw it. Absolutely a masterpiece and I have no shame saying it. This might honestly be the first movie I’ve seen in my adult life where the cast was absolutely perfect for there roles within the movie and the story reeves was trying to tell. Gotta be at least a 9/10 in my book
My son and I saw this today and WOW!!! Best film I’ve seen in a long time and possibly the best film I’ve seen in theaters. We both thought it was two face at the end. Beautiful film, such a good story. The Riddler was horrific. The batmobile almost made me cry. Beautiful.
Glad you enjoyed it
The car chase was so chill inducing 😤
I love how the mayor's son is there to symbolize Bruce's arc into the light. I was hoping the kid to reach Batman's hand at the end and I was glad it happened.
I love everything about this movie! I really can’t pick out a single problem from it. None of the actors outshined one another. They were all perfect in their roles. Battinson was brutal and psychologically torn, Paul Dano was downright scary as the Riddler, Zoe Kravitz was electrifying as Catwoman, John Turturro was eerie as Falcone, Colin Farrell is hilarious as the Penguin and Jeffrey Wright is tied with Gary Oldman as my favorite portrayal of Gordon. The opening is the scariest moment to any comic book movie, and its usage of Ave Maria was the cherry on top! Michael Giacchino’s score is haunting and mesmerizing, and it’s one of the most memorable scores for a Batman movie. The Batman is a comic book film that rightfully deserves to be called a masterpiece! 10/10
Couldn’t agree more. The acting was perfect. Every single character felt real and felt genuine. Even the side characters like the random cops were done extremely well and felt like real characters straight out of a Batman comic. Imo this movie was a filmmaking masterpiece, the acting, score, and cinematography was amazing. I’ll be baffled if this movie can’t win big at the oscars and emmys
@@cryptic9807 it better get some Oscar nominations, or I’ll be mad as hell. When was the last time a film noir reached out to the mainstream?
I don't necessarily disagree with all of this, but even after a first watch there some things that stood out as needing improvement. I really didn't like the pacing of the 3rd act after Ridler is apprehended, and his whole plan of drowning Gotham didn't make sense for his character. The Ridler only killed or hurt people that he thought deserved it. The whole drowning Gotham plan caused damage to all the citizens. That whole sequence felt like they needed an action set piece and so they just threw something in. It literally happened out of nowhere and was not set up at all. Secondly, I don't think they developed Catwoman well enough. At first we see some sort of connection to the Russian girl, but she gets killed off and it isn't developed. I didn't really care about that whole storyline. Carmine Falcone being her father was more interesting, but that is only revealed later.
Yeah, awesome movie. Just a side note, the riddler henchman that got unmasked in the stadium was the same dude that was complaining about rich people to Bruce at the funeral. Just thought it was an interesting detail
How did you pick that out?
@@leonardobraynen1524 idk, just happened to catch it i guess.
@@AmericanGadfly cool man. I would say this is now my fave live action Batman followed by Batman Begins. Cody is really just like me.
The way they teased the Joker’s grin was awesome it looks like a permanent huge grin.
I didn't think a Batman film would ever measure up to The Dark Knight. I am happy to say I was wrong. Paul Dano was a particular highlight for me.....Easily the best interpretation of The Riddler
Lol. It's not an "interpretation". It's Riddler just starting out.
@@dcmastermindfirst9418 it was a compliment
@urwrong OK. But still.
The Batman isn't an origin film it's Year One.
@@dcmastermindfirst9418 yeah…no one’s saying it wasn’t. It’s really an origin for Bruce Wayne’s persona. He finds it pointless in this until the very end where he realized he can be more than just vengeance.
Agreed
Excellent review and commentary, Cody.
Just curious, did anyone else think the movie was going to reveal that Riddler was the son of the journalist killed by Falcone? Hence, how he ended up an orphan with a vendetta against the Wayne’s.
You’re not alone lol
I'm pretty sure the journalist was Thomas Elliots (Hush) father. Same last name and then you see the word hush? written over it
This movie is dark, exciting, and an amazing detective story. I can’t wait to see more of this new take and I’m hungry to see more🦇
Love your channel man!
I also loved this movie. Just came back from seeing it a second time and I loved it even more this time.
Another Easter egg was the reporter with the last name Elliott that Thomas Wayne was trying to silence. This is Thomas Elliotts (Hush)’s great grandfather. The hush money line with the word Hush popping up on screen was done on purpose. Loved it!
I've never read the "No Man's Land" story arc, but it seems like that's where either the next film or this Penguin show may be headed. As Gotham lies in shambles, all the different crime factions rise up and each take over a section. This almost felt like I was watching a live action version of the Arkham games, definitely a 10/10 score.
You should watch Reeve’s explanation as to why he left the Joker scene in. Makes perfect sense, especially when if he would’ve used it as an End Credits scene it would’ve seemed like he was next. But using him as a small cameo-like role it allows for the tease and the “eventual” anticipation build up.
All I'm going to say is... This might knock some movies down a spot in the list of my top 10 all-time favorites.
Got to say I think this might be my favorite Batman film after watching it I loved the whole detective side, and honestly the joker thing didn’t bug me because like you said I fell they may do to him what they did to the penguin and I feel that would be awesome
Know what I love most about this (the entire debate over this movie)? Nearly 85 years this character has been out there, published every single month, and people are still passionate about him. He is more than just a comic book hero, he is a myth for our times. Bill and Bob created something special here (even though they ripped off The Shadow to do it).
Cody I am 💯 with you, this movie was a complete masterclass in filmmaking, I was hooked from the second it began, I paid for my seat but I only used the edge of it, this is the Batman movie I’ve been waiting to see for 40 years, my only issue was it was ONLY 3 hours, complete masterpiece 10/10.
Let’s get this man to 100k!
I just watched it and MY GOD. I'm absolutely blown away. What a masterpiece of a film. Robert Pattinson killed it and he is the best Batman in my opinion. Not to mention, Riddler was amazing as well. The batmobile chase scene was incredible
A little late but I just watched this movie for the first time yesterday. The bat mobile chase scene was stellar and it went on for so long and it was pure adrenaline.
I finally saw The Batman yesterday, and I'm flying! I'm in total agreement that it's a masterpiece.
Top notch acting, gritty atmosphere, killer score, remarkable fight sequences and action scenes. It was most definitely a slow burn, but the ramped up moments were timed so well to keep it at a steady enough pace.
The runtime was my only concern going in, but I feel like the movie flew by. The one mixed aspect was the Joker tease, and that's only because we've been oversaturated with the character.
Definitely feel like that was a mandate by Warner Bros., that he gets teased just a little
This movie surpassed my expectations in every way! It may be my favorite one now. The only thing I wish the film would have utilized more of was Pattinson's narration. We only got it at the very beginning and the very end. For a neo-noir, murder mystery style, narration fits it like a glove and I was hoping it was going to continue throughout the film( even though that decision didn't weaken it in any way). Great reviews man! Love your work!
my favorite scene was at the end when Batman used the flare to lead people out the water and helping people out the wreckage. It was honestly the simplest yet most beautiful scene.
SPOT ON review! I've seen it 3 times already (admittedly got too stoned on edibles the first time & couldn't focus🥴), second time in theaters I fell in love with it. Third time I got to show my brother on long flight and I really got to sit back and admire all the visual and technical effects having already had the plot down. The Dark Knight was my fav Batman film but this dethroned it
The riddler, the riddler THE FUCKING RIDDLER! man what a villain, what a performance. Eyes were glued to the screen any time he was around so terrifying so suspensful! Amazing.
Nobody else seems to have mentioned it, but the final act seems to be setting up a version of 'Cataclysm'. Obviously, if that's true then various aspects will be changed but it also explains the 'Joker' scene better - you need several of the key villains to do the whole 'carving up the city' thing. Plus, I'd love to see Nightwing and the Huntress on the big screen (though not necessarily both in the next film).
I'm with you on this Cody. This Batman version is perfection....for me as well.
Dude.. thank you for this review. I agree with every single thing here. And you phrased everything in a way I never could. So happy you were as moved and stunned at this movie as I was.
I am in love with this movie....we reviewed it over on Poindexter Lounge and it is amazing. The atmosphere of this movie is intense, gritty and everything I wanted. I would like to see other practically grounded versions of the Rogues Gallery...
Just got outta the theater about 45 min ago the only movie having a chance at overtaking the batman this year is Halloween ends in my opinion. An incredible experience all around.
That nirvana drop.. there’s so many things I love about this movie that it’s impossible to review it, hahah.
Incredible discussion/review Cody, I really dig your thoughts and perspectives! I share a lot of similar thoughts and agree this truly was a masterpiece. It’s everything I wanted and more some. I cannot wait for the next installment in this Reeves film series, thanks!
Dark Knight Trilogy will always be my Batman… but I’m excited to see more of this Batman , it was an intriguing and definitely different take on super hero movie… keep up good work Cody love your videos man, def wanna see all the Batman content possible
@hotwings.. Nice to see someone not blinded by recency bias. The Batman is great. I’ve bought it, watched it 3 times and will watch it more, it’s a quality film. But the way everyone is saying it’s best ever, over The Dark Knight trilogy, is not my personal opinion. I still love those Nolan films, despite a few flaws they have stood the test of time. People just get something new that’s good and are blinded to all else.
The Batman is in the top 4 Batman films ever in my opinion but maybe not the flawless, transcendent piece of art that most of these other comments are raving about.
You could interpret that Riddler does know Bruce Wayne is Batman, but doesn’t want anyone else to know. So he kinda tells him, but not fully, minding the security camera recording them. That would line up with the comics where Riddler figures it out, but doesn’t tell anyone because there’s no fun in a riddle everyone knows the answer to.
That was my take, I think he either knows or has a really good idea that it's Bruce.
I think the reason he repeated Bruce Wayne, a few times in that slow whisper, was because he was testing the water, if he got any reaction or tell from Batman when he said his name, but because Riddler didn't notice anything and Batman waiting before reacting, the Riddler moved along....
Thank you Cody for making these videos. They bring a lot of joy into my life when you talk about movies that I love
Great review. Him and Martinez interactions were great too.
Also I think the last 30 minutes of the movie and fight scene at the stadium was for Batman fans in general. We got to see The Batman in full action and all his gadgets.
Lastly that was definitely a foreshadowing of what venom could be if used in rage. An adrenaline shot for sure but that was an Easter egg to venom.
Just watched it. It was stunning. Definitely my favorite “Batman” film in a long time. Just speechless.
I also love how the letter Riddler sent to the Wayne residence to Batman was fireproofed so Batman would still get it. Cementing that Riddler didn’t know Bruce was Batman because he didn’t intend for Alfred to read it.
I saw it today, I thought it was really good. I really like the darker take on it, the directing is fantastic, the acting all around is great. I love that we finally get a Batman who actually feels like a legit detective. I love how creepy they made the Riddler. The character arc they gave Bruce Wayne in this was very well done. I also love that shot of everyone following him in the end, pretty nice ending. I'm with you on Joker, I'm sick of him, give me some new villains. I didn't have a problem with the third act, but I was starting to feel the runtime a bit. I didn't love it like you did, but this is easily top 3 Batman movies for me, I hope we get another one. Great review Cody, thank you.
The consequence of Heath Ledger's Joker being so good is that it convinced DC that they had to put Joker in anything Batman related for it to succeed, a theory Jared Leto's terrible version proved wrong. There have been a few good Jokers since TDK like Arkham Joker, the Gotham Jokers, Telltale's Joker and Phoenix's but Joker's way overused at this point. I've always wanted a live action Clayface similar to the animated series one.
@@Xehanort10 I completely agree with you. I wanna see Clayface myself, or a new Scarecrow. Those two in this universe could be terrifying.
@@renegadehero7393 Since Basil Karlo, the original Clayface of the comics was a former horror film actor you could go that route with him.
@@Xehanort10 I didn't know that, that's a really cool idea.
@Cody, I went thru half the comments and didn’t see it posted so I’ll ask. I’m sure by now you’ve seen the deleted scene joker… and was curious about your thoughts on his performance and the scene as a whole. And its justification for being taken out. I’m glad that I stand with you on this movie as being a masterpiece. I have a friend that refuses to give it the time of day because Heath Ledger is goat to him. I keep trying to convince him to watch it. And I’ll be there watching The Penguin right along with you. Awesome review
I'm very glad that you're on cloud nine about this movie. I really like it, but it's nowhere near my favorite Batman movie. I love the idea of a detective story for a Batman movie and I think they nailed the tone and the atmosphere. I just wish the quality of the atmosphere matched the quality of the story. The story just didn't wow me here. It's good, but I wasn't enraptured by it anywhere near as much as I was with the Nolan trilogy, or even Batman v Superman. Also, I'm not 100 percent on board with this version of The Riddler. It's a cool version, but I couldn't fully get into it. I thought it was way too reminiscent of the Zodiac killer, also didn't care for the look of him either. Robert Pattinson was great as Batman, but still not my favorite. Basically, everything that this movie gives us, except for the atmosphere, I've seen done better in the Nolan trilogy and BvS. The score, the casting, the emotionally captivating story, even the action sequences. So overall, I really enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to watching it again, but I'm starting to think that people are hyping this movie up to be much better than it actually is in my opinion.
I agree with most of your points. I really liked the Riddler and thought he really worked. Falconi on the other hand I felt didn't come across as threatening enough.
I think Colin Farrel probably deserves an Oscar nod for his performance.
But this won't be seriously compared to the Godfather for quality like the Dark Knight was (and still is, and IMO is better than the Godfather).
I'd put it roughly in line with Dark Knight Rises. Not as strong in the first 2 acts as DKR, but doesn't fall apart at the end with the reveals as much as DKR.
So still a great movie. For me better than Batman Begins (the first of the Nolan trilogy) so still a great start and this could go on to match that trilogy when we get more installments.
Pattinson was a great Batman but his Bruce needs work. Alfred was fine but needs more time. Excited to see where they go with this iteration.
I think the only place BvS tops this is action and Batfleck (still my no.1 overall Batman performance due to how good his Bruce and Bats is).
What I love about this Batman
1: he makes mistakes
2: this is fully a detektiv story
3: bruce is pretty much dead just batman
4: the car chase
5: he learns how to become a symbol of hope
Whats so beautiful about this movie is that riddler and batman are the same. It takes that scene with batman and riddler face to face that batman sees a different between batman and Bruce Wayne
I finally saw this film tonight, and wow, it exceeded my expectations. Robert Pattinson was phenomenal. Zoe Kravitz was excellent as Catwoman; despite not surpassing Michelle Pfeiffer (I'm not sure anyone can unseat her), she compliments Robert Pattinson very well. I was also surprised to find out Colin Farrell plays Penguin.....his transformation into the role was brilliant. Jeffrey was great as always. I can't wait to see where the sequels go. I really love the Nolan trilogy, but The Batman almost surpasses those films for me.
This is right up there with Dark Knight for me, loved the hell out of this movie
Lol. This surpassed the dark knight.
I love your take on the movie and how enthusiastic you are for it.
I experienced the exact same thing at the Batmobile revving up. In fact, I actually forgot about the new Batmobile going to the film, that when it finally came up and ROARS to life, it took my breath away, and the car chase knocked it out of the park.
I watched this to the end and I can agree with your final wrap-up thoughts that The Batman is a masterpiece. For me, it’s at least very close to one.
I am seeing the movie a second time, and I am PSYCHED.
I come here for the spoiler free reviews then come onto these spoiler reviews that you've started doing, just to compare notes.
Very similar notes lol.
Keep up the good work Cody, you're a class act mate.
I adored this film. This does not feel like a comic book movie to but a film noir. Just got out of seeing it for the third time. Can’t wait to buy the steelbook.
@@corndog1358 Thanks for judging my life choices. I didn’t do the same to you.
@@corndog1358 Ain’t helping pal. What do you do for fun, a living..life story?
@@themtgdude486 Bro his name is Corn Dog ..Nuff said
Your passion for this movie is awesome, I’ve seen it 3 times now since Tuesday. My love grows each time. I don’t think the joker pad on was necessary but as you said it was most likely mandated. If that’s the case it’s a shame since they seemed to give him (Reeves) full creative control. Im hoping we get Mr Freeze next or at least somewhere in this world. Thanks for all the awesome content brother!
I loved this movie. I love the ambition, the length, the slow burn, the balancing of all characters with their place in the plot and all of their motivations. This is the best Gotham in the movies so far for me too. I just didn’t care for the Joker scene and the portrayal of Bruce Wayne but it could go up after rewatches and films in this universe. I would give it like a 9/10
hopefully movies like this can bring more attention to your channel cody! and wow, i can not explain the absolute euphoric awe i was in for 3 hrs
Fantastic review, man. I’m itching to go a 2nd time. I was overwhelmed the 1st viewing. To be transparent, I really needed this review/breakdown. For some stupid reason I’ve be coming across, or sometimes directly seeking out, ridiculous negative takes on this movie. People crapping on it for rather flimsy reasons. This review was a great reprieve and an awesome reminder that there are so many passionate fans that love this movie as much as I do. I’m not crazy! Haha
I agree Cody, The Batman was a great film! I agree with pretty much all of your points, including the Joker bit at the end.
While the action was terrific in this, my favorite moments were the investigation scenes with Batman and Gordon. Loved those scenes!
Your thumbnail says it all Cody lol. I've never seen you so happy.
If there’s 1 reviewer i say aligns most with my opinions its you bro. And yea the 2nd time for me was better and im calling it a masterpiece. How that’s possible idk. The last fight scene felt more epic
According to Matt Reeves there was another scene with that 'unnamed inmate' from earlier in the film that was cut, where Batman goes to Arkham to try and profile the Riddler, so Joker would've maybe served a similar role to Calendar Man from the Long Halloween. Whilst I'd rather there was flat out no Joker in the film at all, I think that maybe would've helped make that last scene come off less as an obligatory tease for the future. I have no opinion on this new Joker yet, from what little we got I like that he seems to have the more traditional curly/messy hair look from the comics and a grotesque face, but my biggest issue with that scene was I felt it devalued the Riddler a little bit by waving a bigger villain in our face.
Personally going into this and hearing that we're supposedly getting a trilogy, I would have liked Joker to not show up until the third film, and even then he wouldn't be the main villain but instead Batman has to go to him for information on some wider scheme, with it being implied that between films Batman has met the Joker and already put him in Arkham. I think the smart thing to do at this point with the Joker is to give us a Batman and Joker who have a history, that's something we've still not got in a live-action film. Then again given how good of a job Matt Reeves did with this film there's probably some other angle he has planned for the Joker that we're not going to expect, so I'm optimistic.
Not quite my favorite Batman movie (that still goes to The Dark Knight), but it is very high up there. Exceeded my expectations.
There’s going to be a trilogy of this.
Honestly I think black mask, scarecrow, two face, and/or clayface would be perfect in this setting
Two Face needs to be the main villain of a future Batman film. One where he's not the Joker ripoff Forever's was and where he gets scarred earlier than in The Dark Knight.
Apparently Reeves has said he would like to explore Mr. Freeze in the next one
@@royalwarlord2342 I'd like that aswell
@@jackkawf4449 yeah with how well he grounded over the top characters like Riddler and Penguin I think his Mr. Freeze would be awesome
There have been parts of several Batman adaptations I have loved "in the moment". Keaton and Burton gave me a dark, gothic Gotham, Bake and Nolan made Gotham more "real" and Batman less fantastical. But in every adaptation there have been elements I didn't like, Keaton casually murdering criminals, Bale's Bat-voice, Bane (either one).
What Pattinson and Reeves did here was check every box I had for an interesting, dark, decaying Gotham... grounded hero that reatained enough comic book elements to be fun and a detective narrative that has never been done right before in these movies. And, on top of that, I have no complaints, no "yeah... but"'s. Things like Batman taking gunshots left and right and emerging from explosions unscathed are the "comic book" parts to me.
I'm sold on Reeves' vision and will be eagerly awaiting anything else that comes out to expand on this world.
After seeing it a second time, i think one of the best things this film did is create multiple relationship points/arcs that all centered and went back to Batman each time. It trully is a film about him in every sense, because its seen nearly entierly from his point of view. Weather its Gordon, Alfred, Selina, Penguin, Riddler etc...they all have different relationships with him yet exisit in the same world. We needed a film that explored Batman as a character more, and we havent really had it since Batman Begins. Its just a great film on so many different levels, really excited for the future!
It's crazy how dark this is for a pg-13 rating over here in the UK it was rated a 15 but loved this film from beginning to end and can't wait to watch it again next week this is the best characterisation of batman to date I think this is my second favourite batman film it might be the first after more viewings.
I told people robert was gonna do the character justice no one listened to me though. Love the review man. Going through all your videos i found your channel the other day
Also didn't know if you picked up on this but the Riddler thug that Batman nearly beats to death is the guy at the Mayor's funeral calling them rich scum and the movie doesn't spell that out and I thought that was just great
Awesome Review as Usual Cody! In the Book before the Batman its explained that yeah Alfred did teach Bruce how to fight in his teenage years.
I agree this movie was a goddamn masterpiece, I'm going to see it again tomorrow to see if I end up liking it more than The Dark Knight
Finally watched this last night..I’ve been waiting to watch this review until I saw the film and I’m blown away! This is my favorite Batman movie to date!
I’m seeing the movie tomorrow. So I’m excited to watch this video after Cody. I saw parts of your non- spoiler review already and I’m excited to see the film and see if our desires for this film align.
I agree with you... I ended up seeing twice in the same day... first show and then next.. was even better a second time and stoked to see it again
I'm glad I was wrong about this but I totally thought they were gonna have the mayors son become robin. That might be cool for a later movie but this one definitely needed to have batman center stage
Favorite line in the movie (only seen it once so could be misquoting)
“No habla Español, fellas?”
This was a great movie, not gonna lie I thought that was two face at the end because I saw half his face was messed up you know. Great review!
This felt like mini series that I binged in some ways. I loved it, but I wonder if that’s where people talk about feeling an extra movie? Beats like Funeral, Penguin chase, Falcone’s death/Riddler unmasked make it feel like reveal, fakeout, resolution to an audience trained to look for three acts. If you look at this as Riddler’s movie, then yes, the ending is a “different” movie. I was there for Batman so to me, the beats hit as, Vengeance, The Detective, The Hero so it felt absolutely necessary. Riddler wins but ultimately loses because Batman does not ever give up. That core of the character was all over the screen.
Only thing I caught that you didn’t mention- and I am not sure you didn’t catch it. Alfred tries to decode the first cypher because of his time in “the circus” which is how the Brits refer to their intelligence community. Alfred is an MI5 or MI6 code breaker who also taught Bruce how to fight, a subtle nod that he helped shape The Detective as much as he did Vengeance.
There was a really good deleted scene with Batman visiting Joker in prison to seek help with the Riddler case (like Will Graham going to Hannibal Lecter in Red Dragon) that alludes to their history. It'll be interesting to see a Batman / Joker dynamic where Batman has already faced and defeated his greatest nemesis.
I agree with this review 100%.... I also loved the dynamic between the comparison to Bruce and Edwards' lives as orphans. The movie was everything I hoped it would be, and more.
Really enjoyed your review man! Saw the movie when it first came out in theatres and watched it again on HBO Max about two weeks ago. Definitely enjoyed the new take on Batman. Loved how they took a very ground-level, back alleyway type of approach to Gotham City. Thought the Penguin was a standout performance! I agree the Joker tack-on there at the end felt very much like a contractual obligation by Warner Bros. I do think they could have probably shaved off about 20 mins from the final cut. 3 hours is a beast sometimes! All in all, I'd probably rank it #3 in my book behind The Dark Knight and 1989 Batman with Michael Keaton
Granted I've only seen it once, but I cannot stop thinking about it and whether I can see it again in the theater or at home, I cannot wait to own it! This is exactly what I wanted to see with a Batman film. Am I riding on a high? Possibly. But to tell you truth, I have not loved (I really did like The Dark Knight and BvS) but LOVED a Batman movie since the Burton era. I was kind of wearied out with the joker tease, because Batman has a variety of villain's, I heard Mr. Freeze might show up in the future, yes! please! give us that! But this was such a fantastic film!
Also this unrelated, but I noticed we're both wearing the same Jason shirt right now, funny.
Honestly Bro watchmen was a great underrated Dark superhero film deff do a review on that movie cody!
I’m gonna watch this movie like 30 more times this year when we can buy it
Fucking loved it. Also loved this interpretation of the Riddler -- radical incel Elliot Rodgers-esque twitch streamer? Worked perfectly thematically and makes total sense especially as a modern iteration. It was everything they claimed it would be and I've already bought another ticket because I instantly wanted to see it again, if this is the first entry of a trilogy it could easily become my favorite. Pattinson killed it, he's probably my favorite in-suit live action. Only have very small criticisms overall and I'm so happy that's the case, not quite sure what to make of the sequelbait towards the end but given how well this one went I'm willing to just buy tickets to the next two right now, Reeves earned a pass to try anything he wants from me.
I felt Riddler was cringy at times other than I thought he was a good villain
The Batman IS a masterpiece. Did you notice that the one hesitant punk in that joker face paint gang in the beginning only had half of his face painted? Symbolizing that he probably wasn’t all bad and got mixed up with the wrong crowd…it’s attention to subtle detail like that which turns movies from just being good to absolutely legendary.
Watch it on Dolby format. For its audio. It’s perfect. This was my 3rd viewings. Worth it!
The opening of Batman reminded me of the opening from Dirty Harry when the killer looks at the woman for a while before shooting her, thought it was a really cool nod!
So glad you loved it. It is by far my favorite Batman movie and my god what you said about that car chase scene in the other review is exactly how I felt.
I do have a problem with the 3rd act, not the flooding cause that part was important to wrap up his arc. I had a lil problem with the riddler goons cause it's just goons we know Batman's gonna beat em more or less + even the mayor ended up surviving so it was just dubs on dubs for Batman , i think the ending monologue would've been more impactful if Batman "lost" every one of the targets to Riddler's plans. (Just my opinion)
I loved the fact you gave the batman a 5 out of 5 I would give it a 11.5 out of 10 if it makes sense because of how exceeding my expectations was accomplished. I loved how much matt Reeves seems to respect the fans so much and he would never do what the past batman movies have done and left on the table I think you would walk away before ever doing another batman and robin catastrophe so I'm excited about the future of the batman movies for once I just know they are heading in the right direction and cant wait for what's to come.
Batman first reached his hand out to help the new Mayor, whom in the 1st scene of the movie critized having a masked vigilante for the last two years, and she was hesitant. The original mayor's son was the first to reach back to Batman and that bridged the new Mayor elect to accept Batman for what is , Gotham's Knight. Which is what makes the flare scene even more impactful. This movie had so many connections tie together throughout its runtime I agree with you Cody, it is a masterpiece. I also can get over how intimidating the new batmoblie was and how iconic it was to hear Batman's boots whenever he would appear from the shadows.
I'm glad to see everybody had a great time with this film, I went in with low expectations because I hate new movies in general, and honestly... I thought it was just ok. Alot of great stuff in this, great acting, decent actions scenes and well shot, but I thought the 3rd act just ended up being silly to me, and the reveal of riddlers new friend at the end may be a big deal for most people, but the actor who plays him is an Irish actor I absolutely despise. Wasnt mad about Gordon in this either, I just felt like his line delivery was way too cheesy and I couldn't take him seriously, and am I the only one who felt alot of the fight scenes looked more cgi than actual physical combat? I'm sure it will be alot better with a second viewing but I had my expectations met with the first viewing, glad everyone loved it including Cody, but it is what it is for me
Everyone has those movies that just stick with them and The Batman is that for me. It feels like the exact movie i have always hoped for in a Batman film. The actors are top notch across the board, especially Pattinson, Dano, Wright, and Kravitz. Andy Serkis was great, i just wanted more of him. Robert is MY Batman. He embodies that angry, vulnerable, smart, ninja detective perfectly and also delivers a great and understandable "Bat voice". I adore film noir and this movie perfectly hits all the noir cliches while making them fresh. The music does an absolute ton to augment every scene in this film from personal to bombastic to dramatic, the score slaps. Giacchino's best work hands down and that is a big task. I have seen the film upwards of 20 times(8 in theater) and i am always surprised when it ends because it moves along so well for a slow burn. The car chase in this movie is THE all timer for cinema car chases and highlights that, simply, this is the most beautifully shot film of all time. The cinematography in every single scene is unimpeachable. The atmosphere of this world is on i want to inhabit many times. 10/10 masterpiece and my favorite film since Lord of the Rings.
Bring on the Penguin show!!!
I love the Pulp Fiction picture in the background.
Interesting fact, my first name is Thomas and middle name is Wayne. A complete ironic coincidence. However, I absolutely loved this movie. I saw it last night with a group of friends and we stayed afterwards for at least 45 minutes talking about it. I’m going to see it again tomorrow and see the first 15 minutes we missed because we were late. I’m sure I’ll love it even more.
This movie was everything I wanted to see in a new Batman story. I absolutely loved this portrayal of the Riddler, in particular, as a Zodiac Killer type figure for Gotham. While I’m not sure yet whether I prefer this movie to the Dark Knight, the fact that I’m even questioning it speaks volumes
Love the channel man, this maybe way out there but I have a question that I’ve been pondering on this film… in the scene when Riddler is revealing Thomas and Martha Wayne’s corruption and they show his campaign and shortly after bring up the investigating reporter, the reporter or man they show is a blonde man with glasses, is it possible that the man that was killed was riddlers father? It may seem far fetched or deep but it just seemed very odd that one of the reporters or people shown had similar features to Paul Dano, and maybe in riddlers findings in constructing his plan he realized that man may have been his father or something of that sort. It was not brought up but it may have been a hint or something deeper to find in that scene. Appreciate all you do and love your reviews just would love to hear your opinion. Thanks man!
I absolutely loved this movie and your review. The only nitpick I do have though is how does the Riddler know about the corruption of the Waynes. I know he is smart but still. Maybe they explain it and I just did not catch that. However, that's the thing I am excited about as I am for sure going to watch this movie again.
I’m going to see it a second time tomorrow, fucking masterpiece imo