The Sound and Music of The Batman | Sound + Image Lab

[@InsolentMusicalPeasant]

I've been dreaming of a Batman movie like this for 40 years. I can't express how thankful I am to Matt Reeves and the cast and crew of The Batman.

[@boristheblade9496]

What did you think of Robert Pattinson as Batman?

[@handskupu2]

Belum tentu, skrng bnyak berdebat ttg James Gunn apakah Matt reeve dipercaya lagi atau tidak?

[@wasifrock687]

​@@boristheblade9496 for me, he is the best batman ever.

[@Beanboyproductions]

It’s my favorite Batman movie. I love the noir, gritty Gotham. And the cinematography was on point every shot felt like a comic panel. I’m excited for more Battinson movies.

[@nathan1225]

You'll get the batman 2 soon enough

[@MizzAnthrope]

I could listen to Matt Reeves talk about film for hours. He's so articulate yet concise, and *passionate* about film-making. The wait for the film was long, and the closer it got the hype would build to a fever pitch. But the end result made it all the more worth it. I loved the film and have now seen it more than once. Reeves and his team have reached the pinnacle with this, and I can't wait for the story to continue. 🦇🦇🦇

[@C--A]

It's not the pinnacle lol. The Batman never lived upto the hype! A decent but flawed movie 8/10 is a fair unbiased score. A better director with a proven track record like a Denis Villeneuve, James Mangold, Steve McQueen would have made a better Batman film.

[@MizzAnthrope]

@@C--A Opinions are like assholes...

[@JJ-cs8lm]

@@C--A I feel like giving it an 8/10 is a lot better than decent 😂

[@nikilragav]

Concise and yet can go on forever

[@nikilragav]

@@C--A I don't know that I want a Denis Batman... If this was slow that would have been glacial. I'm imagining basically Blade Runner 2049 sort of detective story but Batman. (And I like 2049)

[@leo_nidas]

You can see Matt’s passion pouring over. He and his team definitely delivered a masterpiece; now I know partly why.

[@masanobuyamamoto6395]

The way Matt Reeves talks about The Batman reminds me a lot of the way Sam Raimi talked about making first Spider-Man movie

[@doomguydemonkiller]

@@masanobuyamamoto6395 exactly! Matt Reeves is giving the same love and passion for the character treatment Sam Raimi did with Spider-Man.

[@mursaleensaleem1806]

@@masanobuyamamoto6395 true

[@jstock2000]

These are the best. Love seeing breakdowns with the director and crew. Usually takes months after release to get something like this.

[@Pictoru2]

EXACTLY. Love this kind of content. Thanks Dolby

[@lowlowseesee]

right /? we are in the new era lol

[@jeffcrow2506]

Well this movie was supposed to be out in june of last year

[@something636-rr]

Yeah but it was already made for a year. covid just delayed the release of the movie

[@brandonwade3594]

@@lowlowseesee Oooooooooooooooom

[@o.r.j3213]

Matt Reeves just makes me smile when he talks about Batman. He’s not “reimagining” the character the way many creators do, or disrespecting the lore and fans. Even the changes he makes, he does with respect for the fans and almost like he would like their approval. You can tell he’s a fan and he means well. I trust this man with my favourite character.

[@ThreadBomb]

I like that he's shown a Batman we've never seen on screen before, who is somehow closer to the core of the character than we've ever seen before.

[@o.r.j3213]

@@ThreadBomb yeah. This is the best way to reinvent a character. Make changes while keeping the core of who the character is the same.

[@DugTheDog]

Absolutely true. Primordial difference between Reeves and someone like Rian Johnson/ JJ Abrahams.

[@nalday2534]

You nerds need to grow tf up

[@joshheralal8758]

The movie felt like I was reading a comic book. I appreciate the amount of love they have for the character. Really captured the essence of Batman.

[@HeyitsmeUzi]

The whole album is legendary my 3 favorite. 🔽 - Can't fight city Halloween - It's raining vengeance - The Batman

[@GarethOwenFilmGOwen]

Bought it after i saw the film

[@Hyde1415]

A bat in the rafters pt 2

[@drumbum3.142]

@@GarethOwenFilmGOwen I Would Have, Save for fact that (unless I'm Blind and Tripping), Said Soundtrack Doesn't Include Nirvana

[@residenttdk007]

My favorite track has to be “Highway to the Anger Zone,” but “Can’t Fight City Halloween” would probably be a close second. Needless to say, the whole soundtrack is phenomenal.

[@ezramotz1995]

@@drumbum3.142 probably will be in deluxe version or something like that later on after it releases on HBO Max/other streaming services

[@jayconant3816]

This score needs to win an award

[@henrychinaski5938]

As an aspiring writer/filmmaker , this was an awesome insight into the mind of the people responsible for a movie as great and as huge as The Batman. This channel should do something for The Northman when it releases.

[@cinematicmike5323]

I hope you keep to it and wish you the nest on your projects. Don’t give up.

[@statcous]

As a fellow aspiring writer/filmmaker, I wish you great success. Keep at it and it could be you we'll be watching an interview of!

[@jaredmclaren5571]

Hey man, have you made any small films/projects/written personal scripts yet? If so, you should just call yourself a writer/filmmaker. Own it my dude. Wish you all the best

[@henrychinaski5938]

@@jaredmclaren5571 I'm actually in pre-production for my first short film right now . I appreciate it ! It's not everyday people are actually kind on the internet .

[@henrychinaski5938]

@@cinematicmike5323 Thanks man , It feels good to see people wanna elevate others !

[@LarryHazard]

The sound design in this movie is amazing. Not just the most obvious parts but even subtle things, like when Bruce goes through the Renewal papers and you can hear the room ambience or the sound of papers. It's really rare in modern movies

[@jamesmccutcheon5466]

Hearing room ambience and the sound of papers as he goes through them, that’s rare? I agree the sound design is great but foley and ambience is mandatory, there’s not much special about your example. A scene i can think of that had great sound design would be the bat mobile reveal before the car chase. The ascending shriek of the engine like a boiling kettle makes the more realistic version of the batmobile feel so much more intimidating than Nolan’s imo.

[@TheRMSAndre1]

The thing is, this was not just an amazing Batman or comic/graphic novel movie, but also in itself one of the best movies ive seen!

[@revealingtruth3329]

I was actually just thinking the same thing

[@lowlowseesee]

@@revealingtruth3329 same. its solid

[@LarryHazard]

I saw it three times and even at the third I was still amazed by how good this movie looked, and also the audio design is perfect, not just things like the Batmobile even just basic room ambience or the sound of paper

[@chilioil7686]

it was one of the best film i've ever watched personally

[@tolitsdterrible4785]

Greatest batman movie so far. Thanks Matt and all the people behind it. Period.

[@AlexLove631]

Both times I’ve seen it were in Dolby. It really is the best way to watch these movies. Matt absolutely nailed it and did our boy justice. Absolutely phenomenal. The opening is the most Batman thing ever.

[@drumbum3.142]

The Voice-Over Observations, Musings, and "Warnings" Going on Actually Reminded me of the NutZoid Beginning of None other than Dredd.

[@stratostef4]

Wow😲 Matt has a true passion for Batman! No wonder the movie is phenomenal

[@veldanen]

The Batman is a movie you'd want to watch at least twice. The first time around, I was pretty worn down with the amazing plot and was pretty tired towards the end having to juggle so much details. The second time around is when everything came together, especially the score. I teared up towards the end of the movie when Batman led the citizens across the flooded building.. And the car...all muscle, all power.

[@얘기후]

Batman in Dolby was fantastic!!!!!!

[@gunagnyanayak3690]

IMAX is actually better

[@coljjw4019]

@@gunagnyanayak3690 Nah it's not trust me. The Dolby Atmos mix is right up there with BR 2049 and DUNE imo. The highway chase might be the most impressive use of Dolby Atmos so far.

[@asherujudo7383]

The soundtrack and the action vibrates through you in Dolby

[@angellondian7628]

The lighting /shadows detail was amazing. Saw it in digital and It was great

[@jrgagoako]

IMAX was great but with Dolby, there was a noticeable upgrade in the visuals and the sound plus they have the subwoofer in the seat so you can feel the film. The seats are much better too. I loved watching in both formats but I keep rewatching the film in Dolby.

[@a.block.of.tofu.]

What a treat of an interview, I love Matt's enthusiasm in every interview. Could listen to him talk about this film for hours.

[@ptonfire1]

Mr Reeves if u Read this,thx man, uve just made the best Bats movie to date. As I watched it wasnt complicated,All actors had me invested in the stories, personal failures, battles,& triumphs of the core characters...Bravo sir Bravo.

[@ProperCh]

When its broken down like this this movie really is a masterful film. Its not perfect has some flaws but ultimately its undeniable that this is a really unique and fresh take on The Batman, what his origins meant to him and how it shaped him to become The Batman. People who criticise this for not being Batman canon needs to hear what Reeves said. He knows of the Batman canon and Afflecks script was probably close to canon but he wanted to turn that on its head and make his own version of the Batman.

[@Imvengeancebat]

I still can't believe we got this masterpiece. I love you Matt Reeves this movie speaks to all of us. ❤️ 🦇

[@GarethOwenFilmGOwen]

100%

[@NishioHD]

seeing this at a dolby theater was insane. the sound of the batmobile engine will never leave me

[@nathanaelreyes5854]

As a film fan, this is a goldmine and a fantastic roundtable. Great to hear Matt describes his process and that he edits to Michael’s music. You used to get these on Blu-Rays back in the day. Great stuff.

[@PatrickFitzerton]

Deserves more views, as a filmmaker I love breakdowns like this. Especially for my favorite character ever.

[@Outlxxw]

that part

[@justinwyatt8]

Teaches you how someone has an idea for a destination and then he hires people to design the ship and hires other people to operate the ship and maintain it through to the destination. That’s the great collaborative nature of film. And to think some directors or creatives actually think building the ship is a chore.

[@denvyzhang4006]

Matt Reeves deserves all compliments he receives, but let's not forget WB who let him realized his vision. Fortune favours the bold.

[@morpheusdreamservice]

I absolutely loved The Batman. The score was fantastic--amazing and unforgettable. I really noticed the sound design during my viewing too, which usually doesn't stand out to me. They did a knockout job as well.

[@yhanag.9086]

This team is soo special, 1 hr is not enough for me. I've learned so much about filmaking, score, creating sound/sound mixing etc. definitely not an easy task. And I like that they've been working together for long years, their bond, connection, trusting each others skills are one of the reasons why this film is so brilliant and reaping success. 👏I'm really looking forward to the future sequels.

[@empatheticrambo4890]

Listening to this interview, it’s obvious that Matt Reeves loves the same things I love about Batman. This explains why this is my favorite modern Batman by far (even if the Dark Knight is a better movie in some ways)

[@Imvengeancebat]

1:17:06 that part put a smile on my face when Rob helped those people in the flooding. Also when the kid was on the stretcher holding Rob's hand I had tears this is the Batman we need. Our hope. Our knight. OUR VENGEANCE!.

[@alischergul5228]

you completely missed the point of his arc. In the end he realised vengeance doesn't get him anywhere but with hope he can inspire the people of Gotham. So he isn't vengeance anymore at the end

[@myth3516]

Ah man your comment was perfect until you typed “our vengeance”, the point was that he can’t be vengeance anymore and he didn’t want to inspire this need for everyone to take vengeance into their own hands. It’s towards the end that he embodies justice above all

[@Imvengeancebat]

@@myth3516 I didn't mean it that way the name I woulda said Batman but his name is VENGEANCE for now

[@Imvengeancebat]

@@alischergul5228 *Name

[@SohiHien]

@@Imvengeancebat His name is batman though. People refer to him as batman. He just says "I'm vengeance" at one point in the film, it's not the name he actually goes by.

[@bunnyearsandteeth]

So insightful! The dedication they put in their craft is very touching. It makes me appreciate an already incredible film more.

[@Durhamstudio]

Watched on regular and again in Dolby. This must be watched in Dolby. The dynamic range only is worth it. The sound is where it shines! The first time seeing the Batmobile, that sound!

[@ironcladnomad5639]

This was the true Oscar winner for Sound Design.

[@offtankgaming1310]

This dude is insanely interesting. Yet to see the Apes films, but after how wonderfully they've adapted Batman, gonna have to check it out. Thanks for the insight! This is great stuff - truly a fan.

[@coryhuff3690]

Both Apes films are wonderful science fiction pieces. Reeves is an incredible story teller!

[@IndianTelephone]

You are missing out on masterpieces. Watch the apes films now!

[@statcous]

War for the planet of the apes is unbelievable. Such artsy big budget films are few and far between.

[@piusdoe8984]

You're in for a good time. Ape together strong

[@MrSkinnynerd03]

Oh dude, you're missing out. The first movie is a solid foundation, but 2 and 3 were done by Matt, and They are absolute works of art. Summer Blockbuster movies never get that good.

[@FeuerundWasser]

Thank you for that Batmobile sound. I can't seem to stop listening to it compulsively. It is so so amazing that the movie won me over when I first heard it.

[@karabellaellaellaella]

All of their insights gave me goosebumps. Dissecting and talking about a film I am loving more and more with every watch is so fucking fascinating and satisfying. I hope they all return to do the sequels.

[@piebeary71]

I love hearing the behind the scenes aspect. The Batman was so fantastic! It’s amazing to hear all the details that go into making a great movie. I love all their passion for this film.

[@thomasscottwilliams6672]

I always wanted Batman Detective not angry Batman punch kick etc, but dark victory and Jeff loeb storylines the essence of detective noir. Thank you M Reeves and all the cast and music.

[@jerryp2790]

badly need a roundtable discussion of MM Keeravani, Giacchino, John Williams, Klaus Badelt, Hans Zimmer

[@drifterbruce]

i love how passionate matt reeves is he talks about this movie very dearly and you just know that it is something special

[@Imvengeancebat]

You could really tell Matt knew what he was doing. Casting Robert was the biggest W.

[@livingashtree1942]

Thank God he cast Pattinson the role was literally created for him

[@Imvengeancebat]

@@livingashtree1942 yrr

[@_AJH_]

I don’t think I’ve ever been so invested in the Oscars, I very much want them to win for this.

[@pamela-623]

this is fascinating, you can tell how much all of them loved working in this

[@ChuckBoss201]

Movie is really amazing . I've seen it over 5 times fully.. Not including the times I've watched it without sound or had it on listening to it while doing other things. It's all I have on my tv.. It's perfection.

[@DucatiSydney]

I like the way Matt Reeves articulates factors that helped him invest details directing the movie. He is a genuine guy!

[@tbxvividos]

im so glad this video exists. thank you, matt reeves, and everyone involved in making this.

[@disconnected22]

THIS is the guy you let make a trilogy. I hope there’s a future for this version of the character

[@uraniumdrive]

i saw the batman twice in theaters, both times i was blown away by how BIG everything sounded, it really adds something great to the movie that i cant replicate on any pair of headphones. the first time i saw the scene with the batmobile i remember being floored by how cool the engine sounded, i was so entertained getting to hear that thing rev up and barrel around gotham lol

[@SamanthaMunitz]

Complete admiration and respect between Matt Reeves and his team!

[@WokeUpScreaming]

I watched it in IMAX and when the batmobile started up my jaw was on the floor! I've never in my life been so shocked by something that my mouth was open like that haha. As a musician/sound designer I absolutely LOVED that fear is such a prominent theme that's ingrained in every part of the film. EVERYTHING sounds terrifying!

[@Major98]

Movie was awesome, and I love these deep dives afterwards. Listening to filmmakers break down their thought process and ideas is fascinating. I also loved the Dune breakdown

[@ericxb]

so so cool seeing how passionate they all are. it really shows in the film.

[@kevingeorge4283]

Saw the movie in dolby last week. Absolute surreal experience!! The seats were shaking during the fight scenes. Gold tier movie and experience!!

[@thewirv]

This is just a bunch of friends talking to a stranger about the film they made. Absolutely amazing, great conversation!

[@Edward135i]

I shouldn't be surprised, but I've got to say, this is one of the best sounding Podcast, I've ever heard!

[@teresaluz975]

The Batman in Dolby atmos was amazing.

[@Lilaquath]

Matt reeves ! ! Mastering his craft with Passion

[@thelrdroca9412]

I don’t care what anyone says, Matt Reeves will always be my favorite Commissioner Gordon 😌

[@sup3414]

He should've played him.

[@sting6ph]

saw it last night in dolby. the car scene was amazing. and the motorcycle sound was just imposing.

[@anyaaa2801]

Props to everyone who gave us this Batman!

[@patbateman9187]

I didn't have a clue that the sound of this film had been improved when I went to see it. As I was watching it I realized that something was going on with it because the punches, the rain, the strings of the score, the engine of the batmobile and the chase scene. EVERYTHING was sounding amazingly. Now I can see. Awesome job

[@Imvengeancebat]

Now i can't wait what Michael does for the rest of the trilogy. THE MUSIC WAS SO SINISTER. 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 DUN DUN DUN DUAAAAA DOOOOO....

[@todd3143]

the moment when the batmobille shrieks and screams like a monster was sick

[@_notmyproblem_]

so detail oriented. never realized all the minute details put into every part of the film. makes me want to watch it again knowing the backstory.

[@gunshyam6825]

Watching the movie it felt like 3 hours went like 3 minutes.critics who complain about the length of the movie are just clickbait trying too hard to exist.absolutely loved the Batman . would have been better had it been released in summer.

[@livingashtree1942]

It needed to be longer i hope the sequel is alteast 15min longer footage

[@34582wt]

Sound effects and soundtrack were just amazing. Completely surprised and pleased with it.

[@wakka13371]

Thank you to everyone involved in making this video. I love The Batman and Dolby!

[@Absolynth]

the 'dialogue' between the music and cutting process is delightfully apparent in the final cut, particularly some of the batmobile chase to striking affect.

[@Michaelhinesart]

I love the soundtrack. I’ve listened to it almost everyday in 2023. The sound connects so perfectly with the movie.

[@zexybaddies]

WB was smart to hear out Matt and give him a shot at his version. Especially with the Noir take.

[@ThreadBomb]

Saving this to my "Watch Later" list :) Looking forward to them talking about the sound for the Bat-Car, and also the nightclub, an environment that so many movies struggle to do in a way that sounds realistic.

[@leandersvids]

Matt Reeves sure likes talking, and I sure like listening to him.

[@KevinStCroix]

I love his analogy of being in the dark and reaching around for things.

[@ifstatementifstatement2704]

Mindhunter was an inspiration for this movie?! Mindhunter is one of my favourite series. The Batman is a great movie. Pattinson's performance was haunting. I still can't get it out of my head. Respect.

[@LeighABrett]

This is immensely enjoyable content, thank you so much for creating the space for the talent to share their insights and stories. Bravo!

[@hamidrezanikoofar]

this conversation is the holy grail. thank you. 😍

[@raymondseye]

Truly one of the highlights of the movie was the sound / score and soundtrack- it’s totally massive no one can miss it. The sound vibrates loudly on Imax / Dolby Atmos

[@limadelta123]

Saw this film in Dolby Atmos, easily one of my best cinema experiences ever, maybe even the best. I loved hearing about all the reasons why, great discussion 👌🏻

[@JuvyThaKid]

Certain elements of the movie reminded me of, Murder At Wayne Manor. It's a great book, that isn't a comic but a great example of a Batman detective story. Especially with involving his parents with the story and evidence you find throughout the book.

[@Anthony-io4um]

Looking forward to seeing Matt Reeves in new DC projects. He and his team created a masterpiece. Hats off to these people. 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@pointplace69]

this could be 10 hours and i’d still watch it, thank you

[@darkjedi7]

It's amazing how they can make such a beautiful film despite the tough bts process with covid-19 and lockdown! 🦇

[@JustSomeCanadianGuy]

Reeves seems know way more about the tech of all aspects of filmmaking than a lot of directors. Not even sure Nolan knows it all, he just tells people do it like any other director.

[@cinemasix4418]

The answer is JUSTICE… Fantastic movie. Awesome soundtrack. Thank you gentlemen.

[@Lu_Cidtrip]

This is awesome!!!!! Thank you to everyone who worked on this!

[@Heyfabricio]

I loved this movie. I can’t wait for part 2!

[@ThatSharjeel]

Music of Batman, more like music of CINEMA

[@kinslayermds]

The sound of this movie was the most memorable aspect for me.

[@bigblakgaming]

50:20...yes, the absence of sound too...there's a moment with Batman and Riddler when Batman thinks Riddler thinks one thing, and it's revealed through dialogue Riddler thinks something else, and the sound drops out and leaves us all with the same revelatory weight of that that Bruce has...

[@cinematicmike5323]

Dolby I just wanted to say thank you for this. It’s a gift to film nerds like the makers of this film.

[@Imvengeancebat]

29:26 Matt it was worth the wait. 🔥

[@theknowledgebysaurabhkumar6575]

Though some of Sound Design thoughts may not sync. with Corresponding Sound Design thoughts of me as a director, but it is extremely refreshing to see such an intimate discussion about sound & 🎶. Thanks a lot for this great-great breakdown.

[@alc4117]

Matt making Bruce Wayne an Arkham was the biggest jaw dropper to me.

[@ljdobles8104]

Gracias Dolby por dejarnos oír una platica tan extensa y enriquecedora. ¡The Batman debe ganar fácilmente el Oscar a Mejor Sonido, Banda Sonora y Fotografía!

[@yhanag.9086]

Kudos to sir Michael for the beautiful score. The score is giving me major LSS, last score syndrome🤣 I keep listening to it over and over. Also the batmobile sound is so perfect! it's living rent free in my head. Great job👏

[@IndianTelephone]

Even in IMAX the sound was incredible, I really wanna watch it in dolby!

[@zamsparkle6883]

They all look like they had just as much fun talking about this as I did listening to them! It's great

[@atakiri]

This was an absolute joy and made me think so much more about sound and music and how they're done in films

[@Tyc9909]

gosh, the interviewer is so good

[@Ghosthound_X]

Matt Reeves really loves his craft

[@bobicus]

I saw it in a Dolby Theatre. It was so good; the sound design is top notch.

[@tsl129]

Very, very good and insightful interview. I cannot wait for Part 2.