I agree. As scary as this version of the Riddler is compared to his depiction in the comics and how he was portrayed in Batman Forever, I really like it. What’s interesting is that Paul Dano said that he was actually looking at books of serial killers while working on the film. He’s even writing a six issue series of Riddler comics this year called Riddler: Year One.
Even more so given that it’s Ave Maria in a minor key. I remember when I watched this film in theaters on the day it came out, I didn’t even notice it was that song until near the end when Batman found out what the Riddler was going to do to Gotham. It almost makes this song seem unrecognizable, but in a good way. Michael Giacchino did a great job with the music. He’s honestly one of my favorite movie composers alongside others like Alan Silvestri and John Williams.
In my opinion, this is probably one of the most uncomfortable scenes in the entire movie. Don’t get me wrong, the way it’s presented is pretty impressive, especially with how some of it gets out of focus when the Riddler attaches the explosive collar around Colson‘s neck. If I was in that situation, I would just try to get out of there as soon as possible.
Words can’t describe the feeling but you’re right. The first time seeing this in theaters, it honestly horrified me. It’s so… Slasher. You knew what was going to happen but didn’t know HOW it was going to happen. I’ve watched The Batman countless times and this scene is actually the only scene in the entire film that I won’t ever miss and/or look away from. It’s that captivating.
Don’t know if this was intentional, but this reminds me of the scene in Halloween (1978) when Annie was getting into her car only to be attacked by Michael in the back seat.
I got that sense too! The beginning of the movie reminded me of Halloween too, since you are seeing from the Riddler’s point of view kinda like how you are seeing from Michaels’s at the beginning of halloween too.
@@juno_the8774 I actually already mentioned this to somebody else in the comments of this video, but apparently the collar bomb in this scene and the scene after it might’ve been inspired to what happened to a pizza delivery man by the name of Brian Douglas Wells.
I wonder what Riddler’s backup plan was if Selina did get in the car with the DA. I understand Selina would most likely beat Riddler up if it did happen, but Riddler has no idea who she is, so what was he thinking? (Edit: I'm talking about specifically the moment he was watching Gil offer Selina a ride, what was he thinking in that moment?)
I'm thinking he maybe just didn't expect anyone else to get in the car. Maybe he did research on what was expected before hand, given his background, but I'm not sure.
He might have had a gun in his coat, given he's seen to be competent with firearms. Other back up plans could involve running and/or using the bomb. In terms of what he knows of Selina herself, I'm not sure. I can imagine he could either know very little (and thus not be concerned about Catwoman skills) or know enough to think that Selina wouldn't go with Colson. I imagine it might be the first, but then he does know a fair amount about Carmine Falcone, so who knows.
The guy is married. If he was gonna fool around with a strange woman, he would have done it in a private room at the Iceberg Lounge, rather than get caught with his pants down and get his picture taken Riddler repeatedly took advantage of people's caution in this movie, and had probably been stalking him for weeks to get a feel for his havits
As a matter of fact, yes it is Ave Maria. It’s just played in a minor key instead of a major one, which is why it’s often regarded as the Riddler’s theme. The actual name of the track that plays in this scene is called Collar ID.
@@thouken5777 I kind of already said this before, but I didn’t even realize it was Ave Maria in a minor key when seeing this movie in the theater up until near the end. I don’t mean to brag, but I have perfect pitch.
I like how Riddler just says “Shhh, just hold still.” Kinda shows how sadistic he is.
I agree. As scary as this version of the Riddler is compared to his depiction in the comics and how he was portrayed in Batman Forever, I really like it. What’s interesting is that Paul Dano said that he was actually looking at books of serial killers while working on the film. He’s even writing a six issue series of Riddler comics this year called Riddler: Year One.
@@CJBStudios I heard about the comic. I’m gonna read it when it comes out.
@@jonjonc12 I’m still honestly surprised that it’s Paul Dano who is doing it. He must’ve had a lot of fun portraying the Riddler in this movie.
@@CJBStudios I think he enjoyed it a lot.
The riddler in Batman forever is just Jim carry being jim carry 😒 nothing really special about that
With the music is quiet scary
Even more so given that it’s Ave Maria in a minor key. I remember when I watched this film in theaters on the day it came out, I didn’t even notice it was that song until near the end when Batman found out what the Riddler was going to do to Gotham. It almost makes this song seem unrecognizable, but in a good way. Michael Giacchino did a great job with the music. He’s honestly one of my favorite movie composers alongside others like Alan Silvestri and John Williams.
In my opinion, this is probably one of the most uncomfortable scenes in the entire movie. Don’t get me wrong, the way it’s presented is pretty impressive, especially with how some of it gets out of focus when the Riddler attaches the explosive collar around Colson‘s neck. If I was in that situation, I would just try to get out of there as soon as possible.
Colson was heavily drugged
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Words can’t describe the feeling but you’re right. The first time seeing this in theaters, it honestly horrified me. It’s so… Slasher. You knew what was going to happen but didn’t know HOW it was going to happen. I’ve watched The Batman countless times and this scene is actually the only scene in the entire film that I won’t ever miss and/or look away from. It’s that captivating.
@@DopeitsG4 Wow, I’m quite surprised you actually agree with me.
It. Was. So. Unsettling.
It was perfect for The Riddler.
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Don’t know if this was intentional, but this reminds me of the scene in Halloween (1978) when Annie was getting into her car only to be attacked by Michael in the back seat.
I was thinking the same! Glad I’m not alone in noticing this detail, especially when I watched Halloween (1978) recently.
The funny thing is, _Halloween_ (1978) was apparently one of the many influences for this movie.
I got that sense too! The beginning of the movie reminded me of Halloween too, since you are seeing from the Riddler’s point of view kinda like how you are seeing from Michaels’s at the beginning of halloween too.
@@juno_the8774 I actually already mentioned this to somebody else in the comments of this video, but apparently the collar bomb in this scene and the scene after it might’ve been inspired to what happened to a pizza delivery man by the name of Brian Douglas Wells.
@@CJBStudios I know that case. And you’re right. The bomb collar case, The Zodiac, etc many real killers inspired this character
How the riddler follows his corrupt preys like a night stalker.
I wonder what Riddler’s backup plan was if Selina did get in the car with the DA. I understand Selina would most likely beat Riddler up if it did happen, but Riddler has no idea who she is, so what was he thinking? (Edit: I'm talking about specifically the moment he was watching Gil offer Selina a ride, what was he thinking in that moment?)
I'm thinking he maybe just didn't expect anyone else to get in the car. Maybe he did research on what was expected before hand, given his background, but I'm not sure.
He might have had a gun in his coat, given he's seen to be competent with firearms. Other back up plans could involve running and/or using the bomb.
In terms of what he knows of Selina herself, I'm not sure. I can imagine he could either know very little (and thus not be concerned about Catwoman skills) or know enough to think that Selina wouldn't go with Colson. I imagine it might be the first, but then he does know a fair amount about Carmine Falcone, so who knows.
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Selina beating the shit out of the riddler would have been so out of place but I fucking would've loved seeing that lmao
The guy is married. If he was gonna fool around with a strange woman, he would have done it in a private room at the Iceberg Lounge, rather than get caught with his pants down and get his picture taken
Riddler repeatedly took advantage of people's caution in this movie, and had probably been stalking him for weeks to get a feel for his havits
Will riddler gave colson the Michael myers treatment .
That ava maria? It's riddlers vengance
As a matter of fact, yes it is Ave Maria. It’s just played in a minor key instead of a major one, which is why it’s often regarded as the Riddler’s theme. The actual name of the track that plays in this scene is called Collar ID.
@@CJBStudios i know that
@@thouken5777 I kind of already said this before, but I didn’t even realize it was Ave Maria in a minor key when seeing this movie in the theater up until near the end. I don’t mean to brag, but I have perfect pitch.
@@CJBStudios no, it’s moving for the Gil, Collar Id is when he gets out of the car
@@ygroovt33 Oh yeah, that’s right. My bad.
It’s The Riddler!
Does anyone know what type of car he was driving ?
Lincoln aviator
@@dylanmitchell39693 months late, but thank you.
Anyone know how Gil Colson & Rachel Dawes are similar ?
@@magallanesagustin4952 husband & wife in real life
& Husband & wife die in explosion
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What’s the name of the soundtrack?
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Moving in for the gil