Bruce Wayne aka The Batman is probably holy words when it comes to the superhero and comic world. And Matt Reeves’ latest take on the iconic DC Comics superhero starring Robert Pattinson in the titular role is among the ones that superhero films will talk about for years to come. For those who had their doubts on Robert stepping into the shoes of Michael Keaton and Christian Bale, he surely impresses as the Dark Knight. Though there might be a difference in opinion here, but it doesn’t take much time into the movie for Robert to jump into the pantheon of all-time greats who have played the role of the famed Gotham City superhero!
Coming to the story, script and narration, this is one of the first Batman film that has stayed so accurate to the comic. This is absolutely one of the “grounded” Batman movies in the 80-year-old decade of the superhero series. Yes, that might be a tall claim, again, but the direction, background score, cinematography, and Robert’s portrayal of the Batman, all of it together makes it a must-watch and is surely going to be a fan favourite!
Talking about Robert, this is the film that will surely break his image as the famed Vampire. Matt Reeves has changed the way people will recognise Robert Pattinson and trust me, they will fondly remember him as The Batman. He might not have the husky voice of Christian Bale in Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy, or neither the latest out-of-the-world-technology, yet The Batman is a complete package and a treat for anyone who has read the comics.
There are only a few directors who could probably take on a challenge of stepping into a space that was defined by Christopher Nolan, lately. But Matt has taken things a notch higher and it would be an understatement to say he’s done a mind-boggling job with this film. The famous Bat Mobile is not even close to the fancy car in Nolan’s movies, yet the way Matt reveals the roar of the vehicle would surely give you goosebumps. The following car chase is another element in the film that would give all the installments of Fast and Furious a run for their money.
Paul Dano, who plays the role of the Riddler, is surely going to be compared to the legendary Heath Ledger, he will be up there in the famous villains of The Batman series. He has aced the maniacal character and has complemented Robert’s Batman. Similarly, Zoe Kravitz, Colin Farrell, Jeffrey Wright, Andy Serkis and John Turturro have all been perfectly cast for their roles in the film.
To sum it up, Matt Reeves and Robert Pattinson have given DC and Batman fans a movie to remember. The Dark Knight has risen, again!
