MMA coach on Movie Fights: Batman vs Mutant Leader, a film study on armbars

Shanghai based MMA coach and professional fight commentator Ramsey Dewey reacts to movie fight scenes. When Batman did a couple of BJJ moves in the animated film “The Dark Knight Returns”, I was shocked, in a good way. The second time I watched the scene, however I was shocked at how bad Batman’s armbar was. I critique what the caped crusader did in the movie, and show you how he should have done it instead.

[@nvr2late666]

Batman: beats Mutant Leader senseless, snaps his arm, then snaps his leg "He knows when enough is enough"

[@restartrestart581]

For the context, it was just enough.

[@joshuaburgos3450]

This man is a brutal murderer and pyschopath breaking every bone and his body still wouldn't be enough

[@10dollarsteakneggs86]

Lmfao yah I noticed that too. I guess it’s a bit different though when your fighting an 8ft hulk in a mud pit rather than a ring where the guy stops fighting after the match is called.

[@1993Redemption]

he actually did punch the Mutant Leader numerous times in the face after he gave him 2 broken limbs. I'm not saying I disagree, I'm just saying Batman treated this brutal man pretty brutally.

[@brabhamF1]

@@1993Redemption it makes sense to the story. He knows he has to prepare fighting Superman in the end, so he completely neutralizes the mutant leader forever. It’s also something he learned from the encounter with Joker earlier, being merciful means potentially giving them an angle back which endangers others and even themselves. So this time, he makes sure this guy ain’t coming back.

[@JaxBlade]

Always Love seein Professionals break down fiction into reality, Also bonus points for showing the correct way of how to do the move!

[@aminotarobot7486]

JaxBlade notice me senpai

[@riotbreaker3506]

I agree, I like seeing what artists get right and what they take for granted, really grounds things

[@SuperKidSonic]

Damn it JaxBlade you everywhere!

[@locogiomotocroz4031]

I knew it! I knew I would eventually see you here! I recently started watching this guy's videos and as soon as I saw the one on Attack On Titan, and that he had more of this stuff, I had the feeling, yeap this is something JaxBade definitely has watched. I've followed you since about 3 or 4 years ago, you're an inspiration to all weebs and geeks who want to be in shape.

[@greatest_bumble_bee_dude]

On my own personal opinion : grappling in mixed martial arts style technique tournaments in actually cheating

[@danielallen3454]

Yeah, in the original graphic novel he *doesn't* stop. He says to himself, "Something tells me to stop with the leg. . . . I don't listen to it." And he keeps going long enough for the moon to move several degrees in the sky. He doesn't kill the Mutant Leader, but he'll never move right again.

[@yessum15]

UFC judges be like "DRAW"

[@RamseyDewey]

Hahahahaha!!!

[@madjackmadjack]

Excellent review! One additional element: This is actually a rematch between the Batman and the Mutant leader and it's the caped crusader who makes adjustments. Specific combinations, such as the mutant leader making a wide, open-palmed strike that reverses into an elbow, catch batman off-guard in the first fight but are anticipated and blocked in the second. Additionally, in their first encounter batman tries his spinning back-kick to the head "cold" but the younger and faster mutant leader see it coming and stuffs the kick; in their re-match Batman stuns and distracts the Mutant Leader with the ear clap before attempting the kick. It's small details like this that add up to a narrative in which the older but more technical fighter manages to overcome a younger, more physically imposing opponent.

[@albertoandrade9807]

"My mistake was trying to fight like a young man" says batman as he procedes to arm bar the mutant leader

[@dovahgrape8139]

Chris Copeland in the graphic novel it also mentions that Batman deliberately had the fight in the mud to slow his opponent down.

[@BellowDGaming]

I just realized Ramsey's voice if he goes a bit more deeper he could be a good voice for Batman

[@TheRosyCodex]

>more deeper

[@REX-gq6ur]

I'd say Lex Luthor.

[@YouAintGotNoTegridyBoi]

Deeper. You can't be more deeper as that already means "more deep".

[@AAllen-br8it]

@@REX-gq6ur you're just saying that because he's bald xD

[@ieuanhunt552]

Who's to say he isn't Batman? As you say he has the voice but he also has the killer cheekbones and stubble.

[@InkThinks]

I mean, how could you NOT break down the final fight in Nacho Libre

[@LthematadorG]

InkThinks I have never wanted something so badly in life...

[@RamseyDewey]

Haha!!!!! Yessssssss!!!!!

[@cornbeefz0065]

HIYA HIYA!! *flies like an eagle*

[@joshuamckay8976]

@@RamseyDewey didn't he paralyze the mutant leaders arm earlier arm in the fight so he couldn't push batman off because he couldn't move his arm right?

[@Fifthmiracle]

@@joshuamckay8976 Indeed a "Dim Mak" hit to the arms nerve cluster...LOL.

[@LSgaming201]

2:49 Batman in his prime could bench 1000 and squat 2000 if anyone could throw a grown man 30 feet through the air it would be Batman.

[@LSgaming201]

@Nando Garcia 495 kg is basically 1000 lbs and 2000 lbs is a ton so both estimates are nearly identical and way over what anyone has done IRL

[@gregoryfox725]

То есть бэтмэн это Давыдыч

[@LSgaming201]

@@gregoryfox725 My russian isn't the best what is давыдыч? I get the rest but I don't recognize that word.

[@zacharycrater2588]

Batman is supposed to be absolute peak human performance. Also is said to have mastered most if not all fighting styles.

[@gregoryfox725]

@@LSgaming201 thats ok, you couldn't recognize this word, because its a name of russian intenet man who claimed he can do 1500 push-ups, 1200 squats and 3000 sit-ups. That sounded pretty contradictory because of his big belly, so this became a meme in russian internet community) i wrote this comment to see if there are any other russians who watch this channel :)

[@spencerainsworth269]

I'm the surgeon -Batman

[@youronetruegodcthulhu5043]

@@emperorjimmu9941 I was going to say that, but you beat me to the...punch? ha? haha?

[@13.79]

@@emperorjimmu9941 i thought he said this isn't a mudhole?

[@punishedbearzerker5400]

In fairness to the movie's portrayal of the armbar, Batman had disabled the Mutant Leader's other arm before he went for it... BUT it was very foolish for him to not use the correct technique and rely on the nerve strikes he'd delivered to keep the Mutant Leader from attempting to escape. Now if only they could make Superman's fights look this good...

[@TheEdwardNigma]

Ramsey Dewey doing a video on Batman. Things like that usually just happen in my dreams... but here it is!

[@minatonamakazi]

"You guys need to to trim your nails before sparring" I feel personally attacked and am now seeking social justice and financial compensation 😂

[@andrewboardman2654]

I had a couple guys at a "ninja" dojo take pride in there scratching ability, one even said he drags his nails against bricks to make them more jagged, I ended up punching one of them in the face cuz they poked me in the forehead with a nail, and drew blood, but I was the bad guy for punching them over it.

[@jestfullgremblim8002]

Lmao

[@xCorvus7x]

4:19 Batman's nose came close but the forehead did all the work (you can see how the mutant leader's skin gives in). I think we can give him that.

[@WGD01]

Love this series, keep up the good work on the channel

[@zoltanz288]

Ok now i need professional commentary for every animated fight.

[@oneshadowdragon]

Great movie is an understatement it's one of my favorites I love when Batman said "It's An Operating Table And I'm The Surgeon" a reference to jui jitsu "your weak old man your slow " true but we're all slow when were thigh deep in mud "another reference to environment consideration taking his strength youth and tenacity were the odds are more even. Batman detective skills are amazing knowing he would smash the mutant leader without mutant interference had to do with something about knowing the enemy. The whole movie is based off a book and the book gets into detail of what they were thinking. An amazing story of a hero who is clearly vulnerable but smart enough to fight figures that would otherwise be considered untouchable.

[@kevinruddock6837]

Dude! The voice on this guy is like cosmic butter churned by puppy angels it's so damn smooth.

[@redflynn5168]

I sparred someone a few years ago who didn't trim their nails. I still have the scar. I've made sure to trim my own nails ever since then.

[@DakotaAP]

Cut your hair and trim your nails, Lessons I learned watching "Fight Club"

[@El.Matamoros.]

That actually sounds kinda cool but yeah that sucks.

[@kevrulz06]

Thanks so much for covering this. This fight is my favorite fight in a superhero animated movie. This whole film also kinda blew me away.

[@VidVoyeur612]

If you loved the movie, you've gotta check out the graphic novel.

[@oneshadowdragon]

VidVoyeur612 I highly recommend the novel

[@steelmongoose4956]

I have the original comics. I had no idea that there was a movie, though.

[@scottstewart6624]

The graphic novel is amazing! I particularly like the internal monologue during the two fights with the mutant leader. Batman is now an old man. In his first fight, he tries to fight like a young man and loses. In the second fight, he fights like an old man with twenty years of sneaky tricks and meanness.

[@iliveinsideyourhouse3943]

Since we talking about comics, then I recommended this manga series called "holyland". It had the most realistic fights you could find in any comics.

[@rishabhpandey2529]

Please name the comic

[@westernsamurai8123]

You need to do more of these!! This is just straight up awesome!!!

[@pedrokenzo4670]

😍😍😍😍 I'm smiling from ear to ear here! Great video!

[@Kroatowa]

I love these videos Ramsay. Please keep em coming! I'm a super nerd and love your coaching and philosophy vids so it's like a match made in heaven.

[@jasonmartell7112]

Ramsey I love how you manage to be informative but occasionally do these fun segments. Ramsey analyzing Batman's skills. Awesome!

[@Evravon]

"Batman doesn't kill so he knows when to stop the fight." The end of this movie wants to know your location.

[@MrKillacam11]

This is my first video I have watched of yours and it was amazing. Also if you don't do voice overs or any voice acting. You should man. Your voice is just amazing.

[@guzthetaker93]

Bro... I didn’t know I needed this... wow!!!❤️ ”You don’t get it son”

[@Reaper8989]

I've watched several of Ramsey's videos, but it wasn't until this one that I subscribed. Of course I love the humor and sarcasm when he uses it in other videos, but all his content is based on solid martial arts theory and practical application, making his opinions credible IMO. All this, plus his respect for the Batman lore and his fans and educating us soundly and openly made me subscribe today. Lol yes, I know take my comment with a grain of salt considering I have an old Superman PSA as my avatar, but Ramsey's respect and expertise combined wholeheartedly impressed me today. Brofist from Florida everyone. OUSE!!!

[@MrDman21]

The fact that the animators had to draw Batman putting the mutant leader in the armbar takes skill. So kudos to them for that.

[@davidbailey6718]

Batman had already incapacitated his opponents left arm when he hit the nerve bundle in the deltoid his arm was temporarily paralized because you turned off the volume you didn't him state that Batman knew the Mutant Leader was way more stronger than him so to make sure he couldn't escape the move Batman took out his other arm so it didn't matter if he did it totally correct .that's why Batman broke him down piece by piece because knew he was : Older Slower Weaker and would Fatigue faster if you would had the sound on you would of heard him say and I quote " This isn't a Mud Hole son it's an operation table and I'm the Surgeon" end quote

[@bgcorporation]

Very educational. I'm so glad you decided to keep doing these. I remember the times when you trained the Shovel Hook and for me that was like, the coolest thing ever lol. Thanks so much.

[@Projacked1]

Buy the comic if you really want to enjoy that story....it's my favorite ever.

[@jsbcody]

It was my favorite too......until FLASHPOINT...…..Thomas Wayne Batman is a beast; a cross between Batman and Punisher. much darker.

[@yessum15]

When i first watched this fight i remember actually calling out the far side armbar. When he actually took it I went nuts.

[@alecrizzle]

dang dude youre up to 110k subs now?! i remember when you had like 40k. nice job

[@Chroneperza]

as if the channel's post couldn't get any better. always loved it when adult MMA practitioner talk about animated comic show

[@oldcunt574]

This guy should be a voice actor

[@benmoss786]

I weirdly appreciate this video. Amazing movies from an amazing comic

[@tauhid9983]

"You just broke his arm" "His young.... he'll live" DKR honestly the most badass batman comic of all time

[@datdankdj8264]

He shattered the thug’s femur. (Who is conveniently named Femur in the credits) and the cop says “YOURE UNDER ARREST MISTER, YOU JUST CRIPPLED THAT MAN!” To which Batman replies “He’s young, he’ll walk again. But you’ll stay scared, won’t you *punk* “

[@VincentMMALife]

I love this series Ramsey! Keep it coming👍🏼 Can you do Never Back Down 3 next?

[@BeerCityBandit]

Vincent van der Veen there are three of those now? I think I stopped after 2.

[@gapafredy]

I knew that you would review this animated movie, this fight is amazing

[@justinAclark2075]

I've watched damn near every martial arts based anime, cartoon, movie, etc that's come out since the 80s. This fight has got to be in the top ten best I've ever seen depicted in fiction.

[@josephbedwell3164]

Batman did dislocate the mutant leader's shoulder prior to performing that armbar. But I believe the style that Batman performed the armbar was meant to separate the elbow. He did dislocate the left shoulder and damage the nerves. Batman explains that much in the movie but yeah, I never understood why he chose that specific type of armbar until I caught the fact that intentionally rolled up toward the shoulder and applied some torque that arm. If I'm not mistaken, you can hear the pop every time Batman dislocates the guy's bones in the fight. Edit: Rewatched the fight. The armbar that Batman did is legit. It's a keylock armbar. Edit 2: I understand why Batman chose that specific armbar after watching your demo of a standard armbar. Mostly to avoid being bitten. A standard armbar leaves the quads vulnerable to a nasty bite and given that Batman's opponent likes to fight dirty (no pun intended), the armbar Batman chose made the most sense. Although, if this were a younger Batman, he would've locked in a full crucifix armbar (this is my favorite armbar). A full crucifix once locked, can be used as a simple restraint against a much stronger opponent or can be used to cause serious muscle damage or break the elbow. Never had to take it beyond the restraint level though and never actually had to fully lock it. I mostly used it while sparring for the sake of demonstration. I always grapple with some level of resistance because I need to be able to validate the techniques and the situations/positions they are most viable from.

[@raylantz5144]

"Get out there and train.... like Batman"!!!

[@smradztoiek]

OK... step one... Go see a movie with your billionaire parents.

[@jestfullgremblim8002]

@@smradztoiek lmao

[@jestfullgremblim8002]

@@smradztoiek implying that i even exist

[@michaelryan1218]

Can you do the punisher tv show

[@danielmarchante5805]

This has my vote

[@brendanforester4601]

I third that.

[@scottstewart6624]

Maybe with Daredevil. Or comparing the two. Especially the scene where Fisk completely destroys Castle, rather unexpectedly.

[@brendanforester4601]

@@scottstewart6624 "Fisk completely destroys Castle"??? Castle was injured and winded from having singlehandedly destroyed the 9 scumbags locked in with him, and was chained to the floor. He got in several good hits on Fisk and even after Fisk knocked him to the floor and pounded on him, Castle was visibly laughing it off.

[@taekwondomaster4609]

You have the voice to become a great superhero Mr. Dewey. If you were a superhero what would be your name?

[@Neyreyan]

Chrome Dome Attacker

[@scottmacgregor3444]

Caaaaped baldie.

[@musicalneptunian]

Shanghai Slayer

[@biohazard724]

Rashgaurdian

[@Torthrodhel]

The Ram

[@tattoodrdoke]

My man! Thanks for the video.

[@Testosterooster]

You did it you madman, thank you !

[@mkmkmkkmkmkm4966]

4:54 "Something tells me to stop with the leg... I don't listen to it."

[@mooseman3528]

How could you not listen to the music. It’s just as good as the fighting

[@alexschmitz3414]

I always enjoyed this scene in the movie. Plus the mutant nipples lol

[@anti1training]

Is this a New Series?! Yesss!!!

[@SirHosisofLiver]

I read the comic and it literally made me shout out in excitement a few times.

[@jaxafrass7873]

Batman doesnt kill you. He just makes you wish that he did.

[@jhernandez7144]

Good work Ramsey.

[@justinAclark2075]

The fact there were only two things you could point out as unrealistic. Amazing

[@AxelArmentaMMA]

Ahh Batman one of the reasons I started martial arts 🥋 😂👌

[@yessum15]

That applies to literally everyone who isn't Batman.

[@jestfullgremblim8002]

@@yessum15 LMAO

[@oldboy8150]

never thought I'd see a animated fight study by the bald guru sir ramsey dewey himself

[@Tores444]

Never knew I needed pro commentary on a Batman fight.

[@fandude666]

Dear god, looks like Binging with Babish meets his rival, Rumble with Ramsey

[@Kenjitsuka]

One of my favourite Batman stories!!!

[@mellonhead9568]

I love this fight scene!!!! Ooooh the beautiful sound of Joint dislocation .

[@johnathannelsonento2040]

That throw wasn't a hop toss. It was an ippon seio nage. One armed shoulder throw. It works by elevating them across your back and over the shoulder than the hip. You can toss someone pretty far with it due to the elevation. Sometimes we miss the creah pads in my judo gym because someone travels at least the length of both person's bodies. Also one more thing on the armbar. At least in my gym they teach us to rotate the erm to have the elbow pointed upward. more pressure on the joint.

[@svenskhund3603]

I actually never realised batman took off his cape. That really is like the only time he every took off his cape in a fight good catch ramsey.

[@Lucas-Kretzschmar]

You should watch some of the fights of the Baki (2018) anime. Most EPIC martial arts related Manga/Anime. Especially the fight between Doppo (Karate) vs Dorian (Kung Fu +mixed). Love your videos.

[@motor1841]

This was a very entertaining and fun video! Thank you

[@shayrutherford6381]

I always think the same thing and analyze when I see fights in movies and anime. Keep making these

[@body2earth]

Love these new animated breakdowns!

[@LupeJustinian]

Nice catch on the unintelligent armbar setup! Wow... There's lots of great animated films and TV series with an excellent use of practical martial arts

[@chaddfrancis2179]

Don't forget The left arm was out of commission,so he still wouldn't be able to free himself from Batman's grip.

[@kelvinfong4696]

"If you get cut over the eye, a ring doctor may stop the fight" Nate Diaz hit Dislike on this video

[@TheStarksWillRise1]

This guys voice, is fucking PERFECT.

[@defaultset]

Oh my god! Ramsey! You absolutely HAVE to do some baki/kengan ashura breakdowns! I'd rather kengan though. Would definitely recommend the Agito/Okubo fight (Most realistic mma in anime) or my personal favorite from the anime, mokichi vs raian (Awesome striking combinations) But if they ever animate the 3rd season. Highly recommend the gaolang/agito fight or the ohma/cosmo fight. Because those are the most amazing fights you'll see

[@Carlos-np7du]

Thank you so much for watching my favorite batman fights of all time 😎👌🦇

[@NMbones98]

Yo nice one Ramsey your breakdowns are the shit 👊🔥💯

[@edbenzino]

While i do love watching your vids i have to point out a few things about this vid. 1) His opponent was fatigue and injured which goes hand in hand with the second point 2) Have you tried fighting in mud? Combine these 2 points and try it out i maybe be wrong but i was in a similar scenario Love your vids though i have learned alot. Thank you sensai

[@musabalriani550]

That was exciting detailed commentary,Thanks.

[@da1onlynickvicious]

Instant like... I absolutely adore the two animated the dark knight returns movies.. Imo it's the best adaptation to a comic book in any medium

[@jaminsim5965]

Your voice is beautiful. It sounds like one of those uber motivational video narrators

[@scottimusmaximus2032]

Hope animates watch videos like this and can make there fights more accurate/doable

[@getasimbe]

You know what would be a perfect follow up, if you want to look at animated fight scenes. The fight between Eren and the Colossal Titan in Attack on Titan, particularly their second fight. Some interesting grappling movements in that one.

[@lancepabon]

Mmm. One of my favorite animated films!

[@RandalfElVikingo]

Legend says, Ramsey trained Batman and he always schooled him for his armbar.

[@josephbedwell3164]

Didn't Batman dislocate the Mutant Leader's shoulder before performing that armbar though? So the left arm was rendered almost completely useless in terms of lateral power.

[@rvrmdude]

True

[@josephbedwell3164]

@@rvrmdude Also, that is a hell of a fight and the fact that you can hear every pop/crack that occurs when Batman dislocates/breaks a joint/limb is about as honest as it gets. But judging by Batman's age and his lack of training, I'd say that fight couldn't have lasted longer than 10 minutes since he wasn't out of breath or even remotely exhausted.

[@robertlehnert4148]

"You don't understand...this is an Operating Room....and I,'m the surgeon.... A voice inside me tells me to stop with the arm.... ...I ignore it.

[@johncastle1984]

Ramsey Dewey Great Observation in this Batman, I Honor and Applaud you for Dissecting and Correcting Batman "The World's Greatest Detective" and One of the World's Greatest Martial Artist and Tactical Espionage, Need not give more credit. Batman has always and will be My Favorite Superhero of all times, since childhood and now. But one thing you forgot if you look at approx 3:43 Batman gave a Critical Blow on the "Nerve bundle" of his left "Deltoid" if you're familiar with pressure points, Batman is a virtuoso with it. He was able to bring the Hulk a Massive Goliath to his knees. That disabled his left arm to use it during the fight. And I believe hence is why Batman wasn't really that careful cause he was like "Gee Whiz, If I disabled this man's left arm and I do the armbar then there is no way for him to get out." So he didn't seem to care so much about that,But he should have, which is extremely rare of Batman. Cause Batman never makes mistakes when it comes to his combat strikes or moves. But I guess due to his age, you're not going to do everything accurately and precisely as how you first did it and also Batman's been out of the game inactive for more than 10 years, but that's why you have something called muscle memory. But Ramsey Dewey I still Salute you wherever you are. And I want to see more of this ! This is Fucking Awesome ! My suggesting try "The Killing Joke" animated film. Or maybe Dragonball Broly since that's like the closest that they did in Grounded Combat moves.

[@RamseyDewey]

Even if that nonsense nerve strike worked, you do not need your arms to sit up and roll over.

[@johncastle1984]

@@RamseyDewey HAHAHAHA!!!! Yo I Love this Guy ! Mad Respect ! Mad Respect ! Yeah, you got your point. I looked at the fight again, I did see Batman's arm's sitting up while he was doing it, but I didn't see no arms roll over. I saw Batman snapped it and then he went for the leg. The only thing I see is the reflex from the bad guy. Now you making Me wanna re-watch the movie HAHA!

[@kingartem]

Do this more often!

[@The_Loathsome]

This is gold.

[@shinobi-no-bueno]

You are allowed to pause to expound. These are fun, thanks

[@Necro2Juggalo]

I would love to see more videos like this from you in the future.

[@masontaylor7575]

Ramsey going in on Batman now. No one is safe from his critiques and when does the Robert Pattinson response video come?

[@Blackstryder]

I'd like to provide a counter argument to this. FIRST off I preface this by saying Ramsey is ABSOLUTELY correct on the proper application on the armbar and demonstrated it Beautifully! Ramsey also stated that the Armbar that Batman preforms is completely possible provided that the opponent is not intelligently defending himself. So here's my counter argument on why I think Batman's armbar was plausibly given the circumstances: His opponent was not human, but a Mutant with incredibly sharp teeth... The proper armbar in this instance, with respect to Batman's uncanny intellect and tactical decision making in combat (if we respect the canon) Batman would of arrived at the conclusion that the regular armbar would of placed his leg right by the Mutant's razor sharp teeth and could of very well been at risk for serious injury with the mutant who could of easily of bitten into his leg with those razor sharp teeth. I believe Batman made a calculated decision/risk and adjusted his position on the arm bar to keep his leg clear of the mutants mouth. While I am certain he was aware of that the modified armbar was not ideal, it was enough to still get the job done while minimizing injury to his leg. (And yes I am very certain the incorrect armbar was the fault of the animators who drew out the scene, but I am looking at this from a purely "Batman-esque scenarios of what Batman would do based on situational circumstances of combat, because Batman's enemies vary from human to otherworldly at times and as such he would have to adjust and adapt his tactics accordingly.

[@oknativeman326]

awesome vid like how you actually try it out before giving it a final answer.

[@exowarrior]

I love the breakdown, but about the arm bar, I noticed that in your demonstration your opponent was using his second arm to get out of it. I am not sure if you noticed the bit where batman disables the mutant leader's left arm by attacking a nerve bundle in his deltoid.

[@RamseyDewey]

You don’t need arms to sit up and roll over

[@bufflatino5121]

@@RamseyDewey The mutant leader was cut, bruised, beaten, and damn near dead with a useless left arm after getting the 💩 beat out of him for 5 minutes straight by a guy who can bench 1000lbs while lying in mud. Not the same thing as recovering from an armbar 2 minutes into the 1st round of a UFC fight. You're wrong on this one. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@lifeofslice9864]

This is a really good series.Do more!!!

[@jaspheralcantara5782]

Batman supposedly incapacitated the mutant leader's left arm shown around 3:42 - 3:56. This might be why the mutant leader couldnt break out of the arm bar on 4:30, he couldnt use his other hand. Rewatch 3:42-3:56 with sounds if you watched it without.

[@RamseyDewey]

You don’t need hands to sit up and roll over.

[@jaspheralcantara5782]

@@RamseyDewey Makes sense, I just thought Id mention it since, in your demo, the other guy always used his other arm to aid him in getting out.

[@chowrites6179]

I'm no professional fighter or anything of the sort but the part at 6:10 in this video when you're describing what a low tier fighter may do it made me think of the fight you're reviewing here where the mutant leader just took a few sharp hits and he responds with "Was that a tickle?" and Batman says, "That a was a nerve bundle in your deltoid. Might not have hurt but you won't be moving that arm for a while." to which mutant attempts to move it but he can't and begins to slash about with his one good arm. In this instance, I'd say the armbar that Batman used, while not the correct form, I feel is more than adequate since mutant leader couldn't move his arm at all. Again, not a professional fighter, just something I noticed you didn't touch on in your review and would love to get your thoughts on that. Thank you!

[@RamseyDewey]

Two reasons why: 1. That’s not how pressure point striking works 2. You don’t need arms to sit up and roll over

[@berner]

Must say that I really enjoyed the Batman/Mutant Leader fight. To the animators and animation director responsible for putting it all together, I give them an A+

[@Zoopadoopa23]

I suppose the arm bar tech didn’t matter much in that situation because he had already paralysed the mutant leaders left arm by hitting him in a nerve bundle in his deltoid, which batman said meant he wouldn’t be moving that arm for a while.

[@RamseyDewey]

No. You don’t need arms to roll over!

[@Zoopadoopa23]

@@RamseyDewey im just saying that the leader probably didn't because he wouldn't have been able to use his arm to get a hold of bruce for the roll, he still could have, he probably just didn't think of it because he was getting absolutely thrashed before hand and was panicking lol, still a wonderful analysis though.

[@fireeaglefitnessmartialart935]

In this film, batman was also experienced, so he knew how/when to stop.

[@user-zh4vo1kw1z]

I don't know if this is clear in the movie, but I love that in the comic Batmans mindset is basically Kirk in search for Spock: "I! Have had enough! Of this!" And just decides to start fighting mean, to just f*in hurt this nitwit

[@BaiLong45]

Yes, great to see Ramsey's opinion on this! Would love to see him do commentary on: - The first fight scene from Enter the Dragon (the one where people say Bruce was doing MMA before MMA. How true is that though?) - Ryu vs. Fei Long from Street Fighter II: The Movie (Supposedly, real fighters were consulted for this fight.)