Nerding out for *THE BATMAN* music!🎵🦇 FIRST TIME WATCHING MOVIE REACTION! ♡

[@jenmurrayxo]

Will there be another Batman movie with Robert Pattinson? BATMAN Playlist: kzbin.info/aero/PLQHhQlj8i5drBSzNvmBZkvf87VhW3a1nV&si=P9cginkhWN6sS230

[@CwoodWolfpack]

Yea, they are working on another. Robert Pattinson is my favorite Batman, not really my favorite Bruce Wayne. But he still did really well portraying him like you mentioned. The score was insane, and there were like 2 or 3 moments that were just epic in the movie. I loved that we had a similar reaction to some of those scenes. Seeing this movie in IMAX was INSANE! Introducing the batmobile still gives me goosebumps just hearing the sound. But thank you so much for reviewing this!! All of your reactions are great, there's just something about reacting to one of your favorite movies! 🩷

[@k.delpino1124]

As far future installments, they mentioned revamping Mr.Freeze, bringing back Harvey Dent/Two Face, introducing The Court of Owls, etc. But as far as Part 2, anything can happen. We'll see in a couple years.

[@e.d.2096]

Jen, after scary season, perhaps you should return to space! My suggestion 2001: A Space Odyssey. Kubrick's masterpiece!

[@3Kings_Industries]

@@e.d.2096 "I'm sorry Ed. I can't allow that Ed. Please don't touch that dial Ed." -H.A.L.

[@JohnBarnes0210]

Yes, there is currently a sequel to this one being made.

[@Dillpicks95]

Seeing this in theatres was so much fun. I thought Robert Pattinson did a great job as Batman and Paul Dano’s performance as The Riddler was incredible he nailed it.

[@CaptainEnglehorn]

Paul Dano wrote a comic book prequel to the Batman. It was fantastic.

[@Hydrograd57]

Agreed, I saw this in theatres twice

[@ic5319]

I WISH I had seen it in theatres, even just for the scene of the Batmobile spooling up. Even at home the room was shaking, It must have been awesome in a theater

[@majora919]

This is so close to being the best batman, they just just really fumble with Bruce Wayne as a character. I hope they fix this in the next film

[@Tubbz21]

This was my first Batman movie I watched in theaters. Saw it opening day. It was great

[@mwalsh47]

Not just a Nirvana vibe. That was indeed "Something in the Way" by Nirvana. Also, just wanted to add how incredible it was that they made Colin Farrell completely unrecognizable as the Penguin, while still letting him look like a real person. Fantastic makeup job.

[@maxducoudray]

I still can’t believe it’s Colin Farrell under that penguin make up!

[@jenmurrayxo]

I didn't even realize it's him

[@RustyX2010]

He will be getting his own series on HBO soon.

[@3Kings_Industries]

There is a video detailing the music that plays with the viewer. It pointed out that the Batman theme we hear through most of the film changes at the end, when our anti-hero realizes his old way isn't working, that he needs to step up the heroics from just beating criminals. And the music reflects the new mission scope. Also, as an old time Detective Comics (a Batman title) fan. I really appreciated the shift from comic action gimmicks to inner monologue and mystery.

[@LordVolkov]

The scene with the flare is so powerful to me. It's when he stops being Vengeance and becomes Batman, as the citizens of Gotham flow behind him like a symbolic cape - they make him Batman, and without helping people he's just another violent threat lurking in Gotham.

[@ThatSamoanGuy]

It's nice there's a video for that, but it seems pretty clear from just watching the movie too.

[@snorpenbass4196]

One thing that's often confused some watchers of the movie - no, Riddler hasn't figured out Bruce Wayne is Batman. He fixated on Batman as his "hero" figure, and wanted to hurt Bruce Wayne for being an orphan who had everything, but he never put the two together. Amusingly, this is why Riddler is more believable as a bad guy, he makes mistakes too.

[@jvgreendarmok]

DOES HE KNOW?

[@hellomark1]

I love that part though, amazing scene in a series of amazing scenes BRUCCCE WAAAAYYNE

[@CuidightheachODuinn]

That was the intention, to confuse the audience and make them wonder and then feel like Riddler _did_ know Bruce was Batman during the meeting until that one line of "we almost had him" and the knowing glance of Bruce. I personally haven't spoken with anyone that, after that moment, still thought Riddler knew who was under the mask.

[@hellomark1]

I don't think it was a mistake though, Riddler wasn't trying to figure out who Batman was. It was never on his radar and wasn't part of his end-goals.

[@trendpimp1]

Never would've guessed that the kid who played a sparkly vampire would make such an excellent Batman. I think my favorite bit is when he starts up the Batmobile- the lighting and sound design in that scene are amazing, it's like a monster coming to life. Not much humor in this one, even Christopher Nolan is like "lighten up guys". But I think they executed this story perfectly, I have zero complaints and look forward to the next one (whenever that happens).

[@3Kings_Industries]

Jen: "I wonder if they will have a Batmobile in this one?" The fans: "Oh honey, they Have a good Batmobile." The rest of us waiting for That scene. Also, just saying, that Batmobile made the IMAX ticket price worth it.

[@commanderwyro4204]

that was literally the best experience ive had in imax. the sound of the engine reving the was shaking the entire theater

[@thedrudgetick]

💯

[@hellomark1]

Hands-down favourite Batmobile, it doesn't look impossible to build, and you could drive it fast in more than just a straight line

[@Putrefax]

I still don't know if that little false start was to try and spook the Penguin, or if this was just the first time Bruce has tried to use it and just stalled it lol

[@hellomark1]

@@Putrefax if I had this car I would absolutely start it this way everytime. Every neighbour in a 4 block radius would *hate* me

[@LockeDemosthenes2]

I like how the movie feels like a serial killer movie or a psychological thriller that just happens to have Batman in it. I've heard that Zodiac was a huge influence for this movie, and it really shows.

[@jameswallace5235]

Yeah you can see Fincher all over this movie. From the constant rain remiscent of Seven to Zodiac to the dinginess of Fight Club.

[@bguzewi0]

@@jameswallace5235 Agreed. I always wanted a Fincher Batman movie, I think this is likely the closest we'll get.

[@muhammadroushan8906]

Loved this movie, honestly my favorite Batman film. Whoever had the bright idea to go full detective noir with Batman, hit it right on the nail. The gothic grungy eye makeup with Robert Pattinson listening to Nirvana as he rides around the city at night, was a massive vibe check. Great reaction too!

[@JustGrowingUp84]

Exactly what I wanted to comment!

[@Cheepchipsable]

Batman has always been noirish, many of the animated films already do this.

[@josevelez5598]

This has been the only modern Batman film that I’ve seen more than once. I felt like a kid again reading the comics of Dennis O’Neil and Frank Miller. Dark, brooding, it goes back to type. What I really loved about it is that it went deep on Batman’s detective side, one clue opens another and so on, something that the previous films lacked. I recommend reading Batman Year One, The Long Halloween, and Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, of which this film takes elements from the first two I mentioned.

[@botz77]

Colin Farrell is incredible in this. He was The Penguin, in case you didn't recognize him. Unbelievable performance, and makeup.

[@jameswallace5235]

I can't wait for the Penguin show.

[@clarkmichaels822]

I love this movie, and I love how it takes itself seriously while hinting at the ridiculousness of a guy in a bat costume fighting crimes. Especially at the start when he walks into the murder scene looking like a bat, I had to laugh. And when he talks to Catwoman in her apartment and says 'that's a lot of cats'. Yeah, it is. Great work bat detective. XD

[@DailyDamage]

Personally I feel they’ve done a great swerve with the Batman vibe. Instead of 007 gadget fest it was more of the classic noir detective story. The moodiness and sublime score add to the already great cast. Talking of cast… let’s give applause to Colin Farrel as the penguin. Fabulous make up and acting chops. Glorious reaction yet again. Best wishes from Germany 😊

[@mtank30]

I'm so happy that Jen appreciates movie scores and music like she does. THE BATMAN was easily my favorite soundtrack score of that year. Michael Giacchino has become an all-timer with this and many others. Cheers!

[@Poss1]

This movie is so good. Acting, storytelling, design, and yes yes yes Giacchino's score. You're gonna love it, I'm sure. Thanks a lot for sharing this one. Can't wait! Here we go! :)

[@ProHero86]

I’m so hyped for this one Batman was my first favorite superhero and Pattinson did a perfect Batman (especially because Batman is a detective first and a action hero second)

[@TerminatorJuice]

This was my favorite movie of 2022, so I was pretty excited when I seen the reaction pop up on Patreon! This film was the first movie that I seen in theaters since Avengers Endgame in 2019, and it didn't disappoint ! The music is incredibly powerful, and as an audiophile, that moment when that Batmobile engine fired up the first time gave me chills! The whole movies is a audio and video tour de force, and is one of the most visceral experiences I've seen/heard in a long time! 🦇🦇🦇

[@jamesoblivion]

I never thought another Batman movie would top The Dark Knight for me, but The Batman did, by being a completely different type of movie. The type of movie I've wanted to see Batman in since...as long as I can remember. A proper detective movie.

[@terranceporter2644]

So glad you're back to watching 'Batman' films. 😊Michael Giacchino's score for this film is incredible. 👏

[@jenmurrayxo]

Freaking loved the score 🎵

[@ReallyGoodandKind]

Michael Giacchino is so good. Like every score he does is phenomenal

[@Highostrich]

I loved how inexperienced he is in this movie. He wasn't even The Batman until the end or had his Bruce Wayne persona down. This was also based on Batman year one

[@jameswallace5235]

Isn't it based on Year Two? He says he has been doing it for two years, and he has already caught the Joker in his first year. The Joker pretty much says in the deleted scene when Batman gives him the file on The Riddler and Joker comments about paper being the first year anniversary present, that it has been almost a year since Batman caught him.

[@Highostrich]

@@jameswallace5235 Yeah, but the joker isn't even fully the joker yet. Also Matt Reaves took inspiration from the Batman year one and long Halloween comic.

[@vaibhavpawar4455]

It isn't year 1, year 1 batman was considered a criminal and didn't have gordon on his side, this is most likely year 2.

[@JasonAkersMusic]

Watching movies I’ve seen dozens of times with you is like watching it again for the first time. You’re so excited and it’s infectious. In fact, I wasn’t as big a fan of this Batman as Nolan’s, but watching you watch it makes me think twice. Great work.

[@jenmurrayxo]

Awesome, I'm glad to hear it :)

[@petrusjnaude7279]

They really did a good job with the buddy-cop relationship with Gordon in this one. And the Batmobile reveal is one of the best. Also, I don't know if another commenter has mentioned this, but now that you have seen the movie, there is a deleted scene that you should definitely take a look at. You don't have to do a reaction, but it is definitely worth a watch.

[@mattskones]

Colin Farrell as the Penguin was my favorite performance in this film.

[@duhistoka8226]

Such a comic book masterpiece! The whole vibe with the music, rain, Halloween…already a classic!🦇

[@thejamppa]

Music and Sound design made this film stand out. This is just gorgeous film with absolutely stunning shots, this is pure joy in good home theater. The music and the sound of heavy step makes your hair back of your neck stand. Also vehicles are believable. This Batmobile and bike are most believable bat vehicle's since 60's Batmobile. And like other's said, shifting from superhero into neo noir mystery was brilliant move.

[@homemovies539x]

This is awesome!!! I love The Batman and all Batman. This one gets the soul and the feeling of the character and his mindset and builds a world along with the soundtrack that envelops you. There's so much that's good about this and I can't wait until Part II releases.

[@richardkutsera4992]

I just wish he had a little bit better tech, like...a wingsuit, for batman? lame! Could have had the cape as wings easily.

[@jasonkh4]

@@richardkutsera4992 don't forget that this was only supposed to be Year Two Batman, I'm sure we'll see better tech as the series continues

[@richardkutsera4992]

@@jasonkh4 Yeah but still - he is rich - in the trilogy Betamn movies he had people to make stuff for him even... but maybe even he could have put a wing together that he can upen like an umbrella when he wants to glide...instead of a wingsuit that makes him look like a flying squirrel rather than a bat. That part is lame, imo.

[@jasonkh4]

@@richardkutsera4992 just because he has the money doesn’t mean he knows what to do with it lol wealth doesn’t automatically translate into superheroism, only after he’s been Batman for a while can he know what situations to prepare for. I’d expect him to be fully decked out now for the next film 💪🏼

[@geordiemc4571]

@@richardkutsera4992 The only thing here that is lame is the fact that Bale had literally everything made/done for him 24/7 and he was just given a military tank and fancy over the top stuff straight away he gets back to gotham. Pattinson clearly has a obsession over being batman and he's been hiding away in his cave just crafting tech/suits/gadgets/batmobile on his own with only a bit of help from his wayne resources and money. It leaves so much room for growth and development in future movies too where as bale fully establishes everything including his batman and bruce 1 hour and something into Batman begins.

[@LordVolkov]

I like the gritty take on Batman, and really hope they explore some underrated 'normal' villains like Hush and Zsasz.

[@jessecortez9449]

Same man. I want to see some of the lesser shown villains done with this style. Clayface could still have a level of mutated monster to him but scale it back so he's not a lumbering behemoth. Keep the actor aspect done can conceal himself and be anyone in the city. Or even goofy villains like Mad Hatter but really show how messed up it is for him to mind control others.

[@LordVolkov]

@@jessecortez9449 Doing Clayface in a Darkman style, where he's facially mangled but crafts temporary faces, would be fantastic.

[@e.d.2096]

Caught me off guard with this release Jen. I would have chimed in earlier, but I'm on Pacific time now. Darkest, gritty, and most realistic Batman! Nice surprise to my mourning 😊 thank you Jen, made my Saturday! Late, but always here...Eric ( and don't cover up that gorgeous hair with a wig!)

[@Jonathan-fu5hx]

Nothing realistic about about a guy that shrugs off automatic fire or bouncing off the top of a truck but fun movie nevertheless

[@TahiriVeila13ABY]

@@Jonathan-fu5hx Most realistic BATMAN..... As in, out of all the Batman movies, he considers this one to be the most grounded in reality (as much as a Batman film could be). He's not saying that this was an episode of Law and Order or CSI that had Batman in it.....

[@Deedric_Kee]

It's cool to see 'Batman at his youngest. Seeing his first car and first time altercations with the villains. Also Robert Pattinson is a phenomenal actor. I knew this was going to be amazing. Having Riddler as ultimate villain shows how good a film classic this is. 👏🏼

[@jameswallace5235]

To be fair we get to see him in his first year in Batman Begins also.

[@jacobfilasky2729]

@@jameswallace5235those were Bruce Wayne movies that would be better without a Batman

[@jasonkh4]

I never need an excuse to watch this one again, definitely hope they make more movies in this same style. Enjoyed your reaction as always 💪🦇

[@Kaitschi]

Thank you Matt Reeves for the best Live-Action-Gotham yet. He nailed the World of Batman better, then any other Director before and the Cast is just amazing. Can't wait for the Penguin-Show to see more of Colin Farrell.

[@MetastaticMaladies]

I was skeptical upon hearing Pattinson was playing Batman, but after I saw this film, it’s probably one of my favorite Batman movies. It’s so good.

[@RBMS13]

Yes! I've been waiting for this!

[@sappyhead]

“Clunk their heads together” lol! I cracked up! This IS a young Batman. I believe he is only 2 years into it at the time. He’s hasn’t established a relationship with the cops, people don’t know how to take him. He’s more into the investigative than the crusader aspect of his “career” at the time.

[@christopherten-eyck4473]

My mom was a soprano and she sang this in church . She worked for Roger and Hammerstein when she was younger. Thanks for another awesome reaction. ❤❤❤Hello from Pa USA 🇺🇸

[@RetroClassic66]

Although I’ve seen many of the Batman films in the theater, this one is by far my favorite, and I really believe that they nailed exactly the right tone for the Batman story with this one. It’s not that the other ones aren’t good, but this one strikes the right balance between realism and fantasy, and honestly fantasy takes a big back seat. With this one, the very idea of Batman and the other characters actually seem plausible, in a way that the other films don’t. It’s also so unremittingly DARK, literally and figuratively. This is a film best seen in a completely darkened room or theater. Even the “bright” scenes are muted. Robert Pattinson is incredible. Truly an exceptional performance. Paul Dano as the Riddler is phenomenal and unforgettable. All the rest of the actors turn in fine supporting roles. I’m surprised that you didn’t say anything about Colin Farrell as the Penguin, Jen! Not only is he at the top of his game but he’s completely unrecognizable under one of the greatest makeup jobs ever made for movies!

[@PilotSun-rg9bh]

I loved this movie! The score was epic and the city of Gotham felt like its own character. I hope they make it a trilogy. I enjoyed this more than Bale as Batman.

[@thedoctor4327]

Definitely in my top 5 Batman movies (along with Mask of the Phantasm, Adam West's 1966 movie, Batman Begins and The Dark Knight). I think what I liked most about it was the portrayal of Gotham and how it felt like a mix of the Nolan Trilogy's realism with the more goth/creepy aesthetics of the Tim Burton movies. Also ended up liking the use of The Penguin and The Riddler in this (although I do hope future Matt Reeves movies in this timeline use a few Batman villains who haven't appeared in live action Batman movies yet).

[@jessecortez9449]

Mask of the Phantasm is painfully underrated by general audiences, even by many current day comic book movie fans.

[@TahiriVeila13ABY]

​@@jessecortez9449 100%! I was lucky enough to catch that in the theater and watched it on VHS countless times. Kevin Conroy has always been my favorite Batman.

[@commanderwyro4204]

the beginning of this movie alone is what immediately sold me as my favorite batman. and i was extremely hesitant for yet another batman at the time

[@robertritchie8829]

Batman's always been my favourite comic hero, can't wait to watch your reaction to this one!😄

[@positivelynegative9149]

Have you seen the serials from the '40s? I only discovered them recently.

[@robertritchie8829]

@@positivelynegative9149 Haven't seen them but I can see how they led to the 60's TV show though.

[@CuidightheachODuinn]

The black-and-red aerial shot of Batman leading carrying the kid (Robin, I don't care what anyone says that's fuckin' Robin) being followed by a mass of people through the water is the best scene of this movie. Chefs kiss. Love it.

[@kalakritistudios]

Batman using his Bat symbol as a cutter just before the carpet tool reveal. Everything is so multipurpose. Like the words.

[@shutupanddrink3960]

I love your reaction! thankyou for reacting ❤️

[@Juan0003]

I knew you'd enjoy this one! So moody and dark, with that cinematography... an that soundtrack! I feel conflicted because I really loved Nolan's trilogy, but this takes the cake for me. It's also the first time on film that Batman is described as a detective.

[@mtank30]

I love how this version of the Batman mythos brings back the classic "World's Greatest Detective" aspect of the character, which was how he was known in the very early comics. There is a genuine mystery to be unraveled here and Batman and Det. Gordon and, of course, Alfred, make a great clue-solving trio.

[@JKM395]

This could be a great beginning to a franchise. We'll see. Also, after 40+ years of reading/watching Batman, I have no idea why anyone would live in Gotham City.

[@karlluigi1987]

FUN FACT: This is the darkest Batman movie ever, I mean literally, It's so dark I barely see anything..lol

[@bigjoeofthe707]

That makeup effects for Penguin is so good I forgot that was Colin Farrell and I knew he played him beforehand.

[@bidwell13]

Colin Farrell as the Penguin is amazing. The costume transformation makes it had to believe it really is him. His son was horrified to look at him. The thing I really love in this movie is how Bruce applies the black makeup around his eyes unlike the other movies where he has black makeup around his eyes then when his mask is removed the makeup is gone. It makes sense for Bruce to have the makeup around his eyes to help his mask. This movie was based more on the old Batman detective serials than the later Batmans

[@technofilejr3401]

14:52 The councilman is played by Peter Sarsgaard. He played the villain Hector Hammond in the DC movie Green Lantern. His wife Maggie Gllyenhaal famously played Rachel Dawes in The Dark Knight.

[@NobleRequiem90]

I loved this version that Matt reeves and the cast and crew brought for this game one. I had a deep need for a detective story and that is exactly what they gave us. He is young and still learning but he doesn't rely on as many gadgets but I really liked his eye camera and of course the batmobile is a beast 😂. Thanks for all the great reactions Jen. Not only is this favorite but it's got a great cast around Robert Pattison. Zoe kravitz, Jeffrey Wright, Andy serkis, Paul Dano, Colin Ferrell and John tuturro were all excellent and push it over the top can't wait for the next one.

[@filmcrew3531]

Me and my The Batman Lego Motorcycle set loved your reaction!!!

[@MarkEvans-xw5ix]

The more i think about it and soak it in over more and more watches, this has become my favourite batman movie yet, even over Dark Knight, which if are honest, was mostly carried by Heath Ledger, and was bogged down by the two face stuff which didnt really work for me.

[@mikefarnsworth772]

This movie is like they perfectly combined the characters and settings of the 1960s Batman TV show, and translated them into the style of the movie Seven.

[@lainwakura]

John Turturro was SO GOOD as Carmine Falcone. I absolutely loved his performance.

[@brysonfreeman7226]

This movie (The Batman) is so good, I’m glad you’re watching it, I remember seeing it in theaters with my brother, and it was fun. And I hope you would consider watching Breaking Bad, The Sopranos, Stranger Things, The Queen’s Gambit, Harry Potter, The Godfather: Part 2, and Inception at some point

[@_MrToast_]

26:21 was such a cool moment in the cinema. The way the car flips with no background music playing, into the upside down view, playing the main theme. Thats probably my favorite scene from the movie. I know flipping cars is not really rare in movies, but this scene is so well made. Thats one of those scenes that shows you, why going to the cinema is still worth it.

[@nvp8191]

If you really like this interpretation of the Batman you should know there are two TV shows coming soon to better build out the world of Gotham and set up the Batman 2 film. The first series is a penguin series coming out at the end of the year or the beginning of next year. Then there's going to be a Gotham PD series focusing on Jim Gordon and setting up one of the villains for the Batman 2 movie.

[@drb6771]

She's got CATS, she's wearing all LEATHER! I think she's Catwoman! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣Thanks for the laugh Jen!!

[@BiggySn1p3r]

Fun Fact: 3 actors from Chernobyl miniseries are in this. Barry Keoghan (the kid that had to cleanup the animals), Alex Ferns (leader of the miners), and Con O'Neill (one of the idiot bosses at the beginning).

[@toddjohnson5176]

This movie is so good. Robert Pattison as the Batman was epic. The implementation of Nirvana was perfect. You're channel is unprecedented. You are so dope! ❤

[@chrisnielsen9885]

The cinematography in this movie is absolutely fascinating to read about too

[@backpackerofearth330]

Also the actor who plays Joker in this film and the deleted scene is Barry Keoghan who played in the Eternals movie. As well as The Killing of a sacred Deer

[@hellomark1]

JEN I'M SO GLAD YOU WATCHED THIS! This was an AWESOME reaction so thank yoooou! :D If you can, and I know you don't have much time, but there was a deleted scene with The Joker and they put it online, it's fantastic in its own right - I think they took it out because it distracts too much from the (already 3 hour!) movie - but if you could do a reaction to that as well? The clip is only 5 minutes and you should watch it regardless!

[@Rikitikisiki]

Amazing movie, one of my favorite super hero movies. Interesting editing choice cutting the part where you(and Batman) realize Riddler didn't know who Batman was.

[@spinxz_314]

I love that this is 2nd year batman. He is still learning and getting the hang of things. He fights angry still with no restraint. He is afraid of heights. All the gadgets are crude and hand made by him. Batman is a rumor a myth and even common people are afraid of him. When he fights the bad guys still get their licks in. He isnt graceful yet as you saw with parachute scene lol. He even stalled the batmobile I think because it was his first night out in it.

[@CuidightheachODuinn]

I don't think it was intended to be "he stalled the batmobile" and more acting feral -- like a corner dog who lowers is haunches and bucks forward with a snarling bark, more like he's "bucking" at Penguin and almost taunting him to run, as if he _wants_ the chase. That's how I saw it, anyway. Plus, the engine never cut out which it would do if he stalled it.

[@spinxz_314]

@@CuidightheachODuinn I'm sorry I used the wrong term I should have said stalled. I should have said release the break too soon. I see where you are coming from and can see that being the case as well.

[@ashbysmith1723]

I had reservations about this originally, but it really captured the darker vibe of the comics. Batman is more of a detective in this one. Great reaction, as usual.

[@NotaVampyre111]

Batman is also called the world's greatest detective. This movie tried to show that part of him more than the other movies did. This is a very young Batman, only two years inti his mission so he is still learning and perfecting his skills. He is very capable but not as refined as he will be a few more years down be line, Batman debuted 85 years ago, this month. He has grown and evolved over the years and has tons of material for new stories,.

[@magpieMOB]

A fun connection between this film and another that I fell in love with recently - The Banshees of Inisherin - In The Batman, while Colin Farrell is transformed into Penguin (both visually and performatively), the Joker is played by Barry Keogh, who does a fantastic job in a supporting role opposite Farrell (and Brendan Gleeson) in that film. I think it's well worth a watch, sort of a period drama with decent helpings of very dark comedy throughout. There's also a deleted scene from The Batman where Bats interviews Joker to try and get some insight into who the Riddler is - it's a really fun scene, Joker takes every chance to psychologically abuse Batman, it's shot with the same playful camera focus, lighting, and obscured visuals so you don't get a fully clear portrait view of Joker's face. That said, I can see why they deleted it, I think it would've altered the balance of the film - to the point that even including the Joker in the narrative would've drawn too much audience attention because of how powerful the character has become by now

[@madisynissaquah243]

I saw this movie in copperas cove Texas at the Movie Theater .........I ENJOYED

[@MadcapMatt]

This movie feels like it takes place in the same universe as Seven with how dark moody and rainy it is all the time.

[@TheNativeEngine]

Alfred mentions the "Circus" while deciphering. That's the nickname old British spies refer to the trade.

[@Valecan]

I was very apprehensive going into this movie, but then I watched it and was enamored for the whole long run time of this movie. One thing that this movie did better than any other batman movie was really showcasing his only real super power and that is that he is the World's Greatest Detective. Other movies put so much focus on his combat skills or the expensive bat-gadgets, that they miss one of the core aspects of the batman comics that it is mostly crime solving stories.

[@JimmieRayGiboney]

1.8K Thumbs Up + Mine! 👍 You're welcome, and thanks! 😊 Notes: I never read the novels, but I enjoyed the "Twilight" movies! (I haven't seen them since they were new, though.) So I had no problems with the notion of casting RP in this movie. 😊 "Joker" came out first. There's a bigger age difference between Bruce Wayne and Joker in that one! The Penguin was supposedly getting his own spin-off streaming series. But the pandemic plus the corporate merger affected a lot of old plans! 😮 The new guy in charge wants the new "DC" to be one big shared common continuity between the comics, graphic novels, novels, video games, toys, and movies and series. The older material is to be placed in the "Else Worlds" category. I think his goal is to break away from "The Tommy Westphall Universe"! 😕 😮 I'm glad that you had fun with the movie! 😊 At this time, Lee Meriwether, is still the only "Selina Kyle/Catwoman" that I've met. Frank Gorshin, the only "Riddler". Adam West, the only "Bruce Wayne/Batman". I'm not sure about Burt Ward. 🤔 Some people that guest starred in both "Star Trek" & "Batman" besides Frank, I probably met too. 🤔 I miss my 20s & 30s. 😢

[@theragingviking9177]

I loved this batman, dark and gritty! Like i remember it from my childhood!

[@hulkslayer626]

Absolutely LOVED this movie!! They did such a great job! I really REALLY hope they don't fall into the trope of having multiple villains next movie or any "super" villains. Keep it dark, gritty, detective based noir. One villain at a time while maybe Joker being just in the background for the first couple movies and then the final "Boss" in the last movie.

[@goldean5974]

This was possibly the best Batman movie. And I love that it takes place in his second year as a crime fighter. Selina and Bruce do eventually end up together. ;)

[@johnpittsii7524]

Hi Jen The Batman is awesome. Hope you are having an great and awesome weekend ❤

[@jenmurrayxo]

Thanks John! You too ☺️

[@k.delpino1124]

DC's #1 film of 2022 as it deserves to be. The Dark Detective era of a newly established Batverse. Without a doubt, this is hardcore classic Batman at his finest. DC's Detective Comics (est. 1939) with the tone of David Fincher's SE7EN and the Inspiration of the real-life crimes by the Zodiac killer. Matt Reeves did such an incredible job. Another great interpretation for the myths. One man against so many obstacles and learning to be the hero we know. Justice in danger and vengeance as the only thing that can save it. The casting is genius. The production is brilliant. The suspense, action and drama are incomparable. Michael Giacchino's score is one of the best batman scores ever. Colin Farrell's Penguin is getting his own series following the events of the film. But as far as it goes with another film in 2025, so many directions they can go from here. This path can go a very long way to go.

[@crispy_338]

I’m addicted to that Batmobile startup sound

[@mohammedashian8094]

“I feel like this is gonna be dark.” It was, metaphorically and LITERALLY. I couldn’t see shit at some parts in the movie 😂

[@shadowvessel]

09:30 "It's dey own bizznezs" 😂🤣🙃

[@Connor_Baldczus]

I went to the cinema in my Batman cosplay and I had a blast with it! I even got free entry and went home with 2 of the movie posters xD I kinda felt like a celebrity for a night, especially because I needed to go to the toilet but they were renovating the back half of the cinema and the only bathroom was down a steep flight of stairs I couldn't go down on because the costume was too restricting xD The guy unlocked the door to the back just so I can use the ground level bathroom, he was a real G lol

[@weepingscorpion8739]

The music is indeed awesome! I wondered why the movie is called "The Batman" with the definite article. Then it dawned on me, this is the origin story of Batman. Before, in the very first scene we see him, he says: "I am Vengeance". That is, he is The Batman, just a man disguised as a bat. But towards the end of the film, after his not so subtle rebirth from the waters that flood Gotham, he goes from being a symbol of vengeance to a symbol of hope, thus the batman becomes Batman. Can be a little bit difficult to explain when the words are so similar but hey. :) Great reaction as always, Jen. I have noticed for quite a while that you have a very musical mind. Would love to hear more about that some day. :) Btw., Charles Cornell here on KZbin has a video on why this music slaps so hard. Should be right up your alley.

[@williamrosmer8381]

this is the first batman movie where i felt like he actually did any real detective work vs just super heroics

[@spinefairy]

Matt Reeves is such an underrated director. His remake of Let The Right One In (Let Me In being his version) is better than it has any right to be and a movie you SHOULD do a reaction to. Anyway, this Bats movie is great. Beautifully shot. Well acted. Good detective story. Wonderfully designed. Also my favorite batmobile. Can't wait for the sequel.

[@jameswallace5235]

I mean, he's not so underrated anymore. He's directed two incredible Planet of the Apes movies and one fantastic Batman movie. He's hardly an indie director anymore aha.

[@CharlesVanNoland]

Funny that the guy who plays Falcone (John Turturro) is the same guy who wore an all-pink bowling geddup in The Big Lebowski named Jesus. Trips me out!

[@markieman64]

My hometown (Glasgow, Scotland) has doubled for Gotham a number of times, including in this movie. I didn't watch this one being filmed personally, but I did watch the others.

[@imed-ha77]

People are blinded by nostalgia, and for me, The Batman is the best live action Batman movie, as Batman is the one who carried the movie, not the villains or the Joker like TDK, for example.

[@jono03]

"I'm here to party" Your reactions are great. 😂

[@technofilejr3401]

3:03 The actor playing the Trainee Joker also played Tim Drake the 3rd Robin in the tv show Titans

[@philmakris8507]

You're my superhero Jen Murray. 😊

[@CuidightheachODuinn]

15:48 Always remember if there's condensation on the _inside_ of your car, stay on the outside of it.

[@Robert-un7br]

Hi Jen! I don’t think I’ve ever seen this version before! Early in the movie where Batman is tracking down the girl in the photo, we see Batman observing through the window while the soon to be Cat Woman is getting dressed. When her cats appear, I hear you happily exclaim: “kitties!” I immediately ran it back because that’s not quite the word I heard…😆 Overall the whole thing was awesome! A lot of twists and turns. All the side charcters like Alfred, Gordon, Falcone and the Penguin all had parts that contributed to the movie. You never knew what was coming or what was going to happen, but the Batman persevered. I enjoyed how it was like a film noir: dark and gritty and full of bad guys. Watching with you it makes me appreciate the soundtrack of these movies more. You’re so good at picking up on it and pointing out how it’s adding to the movie. I don’t think they ever made sequels to this, but I could be wrong.

[@GSP-76]

This was a great movie. The biggest takeaway for me was thst this movie highlighted Batman and the fear he put in the minds of criminals. I loved the Nolan trilogy but those movies didn't quite highlight Batman as much as this movie did. This was a true Batman fan service movie. I can't wait to see the sequel and the Penguin show.

[@geordiemc4571]

Its crazy cause Bales batman/bruce had 151 mins of screen time throughout his trilogy, and Pattinson already has 130 mins screen time with one movie. Matt reeves batman feels much more personal as if we are on a journey with batman the whole time

[@GSP-76]

@@geordiemc4571 Exactly...the entire story was centered around Batman..you come away in sort of awe of the character. The rest of the movie served to highlight Batman...the Nolan movies had great villains but they almost were equally as good if not better than Batman which kinda throws things off. The Dark Knight where he squares off against the Joker was a perfect example. The Joker felt like the bigger character in that movie. When you finish watching Pattinson's first movie, there's no question as to who led that movie.

[@overdev1993]

watched it three times in the cinema (in english and german) it's really great, was my movie of the year when it came out :)

[@gregdixon2454]

This writer/director (Matt Reeves) has done a lot of good stuff that I think you'd like

[@S.A.N.503]

Greatest Batman film ever made, in my opinion, of course. It's literally everything I've ever wanted in a Batman movie! So excited for the sequel to release in 2025.

[@thomashiggins9320]

This film was *surprisingly* good. I walked in not expecting much, but found myself quite pleased. It's just too bad the rest of the DC Extended Universe can't keep it together well enough to consistently create this sort of quality.