What Kind Of Hero Is Batman? (Part I)

[@JustWrite]

Yes, that was Kratos. It's intentional.

[@sherlockholmes9116]

Superman, Nightwing, Damian Wayne, and Wonder Woman an are all cooler than Batman.

[@rcbmmines4579]

Sherlock Holmes I highly disagree about Damian

[@sherlockholmes9116]

Damian has more flaws and layers than his father. Therefore, he is much more interesting.

[@rcbmmines4579]

Sherlock Holmes while I actually am a fan of Damian, I still disagree. There are many versions of Batman with several complexities and layers that make him great. You don’t even need to look far if you’re a Damian fan. Simply read the comic run he was created in. Grant Morrison is one of the best Batman writers and it shows there. Honestly I’d put all the Robins above Damian.......except maybe Stephanie and Carrie but they don’t usually count anyways.

[@sherlockholmes9116]

That's fair. I just said Damian because I find his personality and relationships fascinating. Also, what is the name of Damian's intro arc? In terms of Morrison's work with Damien, I've only read Batman and Robin (2009).

[@JoshieboyStudios]

Short answer: He's not our hero. He's a silent guardian. A watchful protector. A Dark Knight.

[@DrewLSsix]

Joshieboy Studios. That is literally the definition of a hero....

[@jp3813]

+DrewLSsix Only for those who know the truth. Heroes don't usually get chased by the law.

[@tr1stan706]

DrewLSsix he literally just quoted the ending of a monologue that Jim Gordon said at the ends of the dark knight

[@LightTrack-]

@@jp3813 Because the law is always absolute and just, right? /s

[@jp3813]

@@LightTrack- Only for those who DON'T know the truth.

[@TierZoo]

Excited for part two!

[@mr.snowman6607]

You know TierZoo being here is oddly fitting

[@Xanthopathy]

yooooo

[@connerkelley6906]

Weird to see you here.

[@squibble311]

tierzoo?!

[@crankey4769]

I didn’t know you like Batman :)

[@14Asura14]

I could hear people talk about Nolan's movies for hours... anything from Dunkirk, to Inception, to the Dark Knight trilogy to the Prestige, Memento... all masterpieces

[@JacquelineMoleski]

Yep. Seeing The Dark Knight convinced me to buy Nolan's earlier films and watch them. I have never once regretted that decision. And I've seen all of his films since the Dark Knight too, in theater. So far the only one I think I've missed is Insomnia. (and since several of Nolan's movies have actually *given* me insomnia, not too keen on a film that promises that in the title). Nolan as a director combines incredible visuals, innovative storytelling, a trust that the audience isn't stupid (something Hollywood really needs to learn), compelling characters, and a tendency to play with conventional structure. In my mind, that puts him in a class with the Great Directors.

[@lizc6393]

Then along came Tenet, yikes.

[@JEST7STARS]

Batman is a hero because he is at least these three things: 1) impossibly driven, 2) impossibly clever, and 3) impossibly decent. The great triumph of Batman is how, despite not being blessed with supernatural powers, he uses his incredible resources, both real and mental, to transcend those who are so blessed. We, the audience, can therefore aspire to Batman's greatness with the assurance that we will become greater ourselves, even if we can't equal him. Is he perfect? No. He's closed-off. Mission-focused. Driven by trauma, and at times, philosophically at odds with himself. And yet, he's a testament that our demons and the pressures of society around us, do not define our capabilities. At least that's what Batman means to me.

[@catchannel1484]

That's exactly who Batman is for me too

[@mrplatink]

LOADS of fantastically executed research in just 11 minutes! Well done

[@jnru3ns4N3]

He's the one we deserve

[@TaliesinBHeidkamp]

King Wizard ♔ but not the one we need right now

[@lukeskywalkerthe2nd773]

Brabbel93 So we will hunt him.

[@Kontrolism]

Because he can take it.

[@someonewhocommentsonyoutub3779]

@Niŋin turdl已He's a silent guardian

[@Meowmento]

A Dark Knight...

[@vicenteortegarubilar9418]

He is the kind of hero that......IS BATMAN!!!!!

[@lukeskywalkerthe2nd773]

Vicente Ortega Rubilar Hell yeah! :)

[@marshallzane7735]

Vicente Ortega Rubilar Dumb

[@noampresnete8677]

no. thats kite man

[@jaredthompson553]

Batman fucks people up.

[@lukeskywalkerthe2nd773]

God I love Batman! If you were to ask me I would say Nolan's Batman (imo) is the perfect cinematic Batman, because of what was said in this brilliant video! I am very eager to see the second part when you dive into his comics! :)

[@wasifmoramen]

Great work as always Sage!

[@JustWrite]

Thanks Wasif!

[@TheBottomLineView]

What kind of hero is batman? The best one.

[@clitcrusader4897]

The one we need

[@kissmyasthma3155]

Never seen a video essay tackle a topic like this before, excellent work as always. By the way for your next video I would love to see you explore the different types of villains. Thanks

[@JustWrite]

Thanks for the suggestion!

[@spark9_]

Christopher Nolan made a Batman we still can't stop talking about. Meanwhile, no one is that emotionally invested in the story of the current version "Affleck's" Batman.

[@Timberwolf410]

I honestly think the problem with those movies are that the studio executives keep wanting to chase that "Dark Knight Trilogy" rush, wanting to re-create lightning in a bottle, and you just...can't. The Dark Knight trilogy, love it or not, was a phenomenon that can't be repeated or replicated...Heck, we're still not even sure exactly WHY it's as popular and as beloved by some as it is ...yet they keep trying: "MAKE IT DARK, MAKE IT EDGY. MAKE IT GRITTY! MAKE IT REALISTIC! THE DARK KNIGHT WAS ALL OF THESE THINGS AND PEOPLE LOVED IT, AND WE MADE ALL THAT MONEY!" instead of making something else unique, with a story and characters I'll care about in the end, especially if they get killed off.

[@lukeskywalkerthe2nd773]

Timberwolf410 Ikr

[@brucebanana4486]

Sachindra Bhattacharya I hope Matt Reeves' Batman is good because I love what he did with plant of the ape films and I enjoy Cloverfield.

[@honzagomela5800]

“But but but Affleck had one cool fight scene. Snyder’s batman is the best”

[@derajnitram1882]

As a fan of Batman I'm interested, but I haven't cared for a live action Batman film before, or after as much as I enjoyed Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy (namely the first two). Is it the perfect representation of Batman no not for everyone, but in terms of story, and character development I haven't been more impressed by anything else yet. I always look forward to seeing another incarnation of the Batman on film, but I doubt anything will top for me personally what was achieved with This trilogy as it has a true beginning, middle, and end.

[@SquidwardAF]

very good video. Nolan trilogy is the best

[@Beansareamagicalfruit]

SquidwardAF Yes but your profile picture is the greatest hero of all.

[@MentalStillness]

I enjoyed it but man Dark Knight Rises was a little disappointing.

[@joerk992]

Stephen The13th I respectfully disagree but see where your coming from. Originally the joker was going to have a large role in the DKR

[@imperfect_dan7519]

@@joerk992 doesn't make it any less amazing

[@fernandososa6507]

Yep, time to rewatch this masterpiece of a trilogy

[@tankgunner9860]

Your videos are so well researched and put together 👍🏼

[@DoomMomDot]

in the animated movie Batman vs. Mr. Freeze: Sub Zero, Batman goes back into an exploding oil derrick to rescue Mr. Freeze, who had kidnapped Barbra Gordon. That's the kind of hero he is. That's how he should always be portrayed

[@ayandak47]

I get excited with your stuff dude

[@treetheory8465]

this was amazing and i think your abilities to analyze and explain your views is amazing. i cant wait for part two. keep up the great work my guy

[@JustWrite]

Thank you!

[@samuelemerson7017]

Wanderer Above a Sea of Fog was quite the nice touch there, one of my favorite Romantic-Era paintings.

[@mannya.h.967]

You're one of my favorite video essay analysts, and the fact that you're dissecting the complicated nature of one of the best heroes ever is just a dream come true.

[@francescomazzei4111]

man, what a video, just love your analysis and I'm looking forward for part two. Batman is one my favourite modern culture's hero and the Nolan Trilogy is simply brilliant. Thus, what you just said makes me think in other directions. Considering the series of Games of Thrones (at least the books and not the tv show) I've just realized that what makes them so good is not only the embroiling stories, the masterly use of fantasy elements, the deep of the historical and realistic setting, but that each ASOIAF's character embodied the features of the tragical hero as Aristoteles had described him: the one whose failure depends only from his frailty or his misjudgements. I've never seen it in that way.

[@lukeskywalkerthe2nd773]

Francesco Mazzei Beautifully said man! I completely agree! :) Batman and ASOIAF are just awesome, and I love them very much and one of the reasons why you perfectly explained! :)

[@SanjuroSan]

Excellent video man, I am salivating for part 2

[@smjaiteh]

Please _please_ do one on Spider-Man 👏

[@David-oq6sn]

That would be fucking awesome

[@elitheeconomist5674]

Terrible his character is to simplistic

[@Patrick-pc3vq]

@IDK MY NAME He embodies responsibility, his life could be perfect if he just stopped being Spider-man but due to his strong sense of responsibilty (and guilt) instilled into him by Uncle Ben he cannot just live his life whilist being capable to help people in need.

[@lupinbarbarum3183]

Thank you so much for such a deep and interesting insight on this iconic and complex hero. I can go on about Batman phenomenon for ages and it was great to hear someone else's point of view. Especially when it is so beautifully done. Like all of your videos, honestly. Can't wait for the comic version part!

[@itsmistermoon]

Cool, I hope to see more of his comics iteration on the next video. The movie versions are very different from what’s on the page and most people get a very narrow idea of the characters (not just Batman, but all comics in general).

[@Batknight12]

I would agree with this. The Nolan movies do a fantastic job capturing a lot of the main overall themes and ideas of Batman. But in the comics, he is quite a different type of character then how he is portrayed in them in a lot of ways. You can't really understand his character unless you read them and other adaptions.

[@lukeskywalkerthe2nd773]

J.P. Armstrong I agree. :)

[@Hulavuta]

I think he's just focusing on just one interpretation in order to streamline it. If it was the comics too, we'd be here all day with how many interpretations there have been.

[@brucebanana4486]

J.P. Armstrong, I think the best Interpretations is Batman the animated series. I think does well job representing the batman.

[@Batknight12]

Hulavuta I can understand this, but I also think that kind of analysis doesn't really work for a character like Batman. He's so much more than just the sum of his parts (or in this case his many interpretations). You really have to look at his entire history to see the whole picture of who he is, otherwise your just seeing a small part of him. Mainly due to his character being forever built and expanded upon. That's what happens when you deal with a character who has existed for 70 years. If you want to do that, than the title of the video should be 'what kind of hero is the Nolan Batman' instead.

[@DAVICIOUSX]

Just wanna thank you for this video. It has actually helped me better define the antagonist of a story I've been trying to write for longer than I care to admit.

[@JustWrite]

Happy to help!

[@Dante343]

Your videos are great. The work you put into each of them is quite clear in the quality of content you produce. They've personally helped me a lot while writing heavy plots. Thanks for covering my favourite superhero. Looking forward to Part 2.

[@JustWrite]

Happy to help, Samir!

[@byron4545]

4:32 No, I don't think Batman's tragic error in The Dark Knight lies in not killing the Joker. It lies in not telling Gotham's people the truth about what happened Harvey Dent. It's morally wrong to assume that the people can't handle the truth and need to be lied to for their own sake and that error will then create all those additional problems for Batman and his city.

[@luciusnguyen2449]

Nah, Not killing Joker is the defining moment since it directly cause a tragedy to Batman. Not revealing Dent is definitely another flaws, If you watch Wisecrack channel, they also analyze about this.

[@YamiSaturn]

My question is who would dislike any of his videos they're always so insightful and make me question what kind of characters and stories I'm writing

[@lucjay9]

As Carl Jung would say, Bat-Man could represent the "shadow" of the psyche. Not necessarily evil, but he represents what can't be repressed (he does what Bruce Wayne can't). Only by integrating the shadow, can you go on to complete the master piece of your life. The shadow is the apprentice piece of a hero's path.

[@chad9971]

Bro I love these videos, I’m like a child on Christmas when you drop these. I use them when I write stories and create comics. Keep up the good work champ.

[@mparty1116]

You have a particular type of channel that I like more than others. You put a lot of research, commitment, and work into all of your videos, and it shows. I love your channel, you are fantastic.

[@isaac1670]

Great video again Sage. I have to say I love you're passion for a good story regardless of what medium it's in.

[@JustWrite]

Thank you! I love making these videos :)

[@ShadowWave209]

We are literally doing an assignment in school about the types of heros, this is perfect omg. Thanks :)

[@PiiskaJesusFreak]

I really like these videos. Often times deeper analysis leads to disillusionment with the subject matter, but your analysis often helps me enjoy some great movies in all new ways. Thanks!

[@Question123Mark]

This is everything I study at college coming together in one video. Love it.

[@spiveeforever7093]

thank you so much for this video - bringing the beauty of writing together with the raw inspiration that nolan's batman evokes

[@ngkngk875]

JUSTICE

[@lukeskywalkerthe2nd773]

K893 893 Hell yeah! :)

[@CenoriaWoah]

KITEMAN! *HELL YEAH*

[@NNA12805]

Very interesting content. Loads of love from India. Kudos on making the audience more cinematically literate!

[@lotsofdifferentstuffiguess9350]

You deserve more views. Very thoroughly researched and eloquently enunciated.

[@TheSilverNoble]

Great video. And I love that painting, Wanderer Above a Sea of Fog.

[@pandabear7042]

Great video. Excited for the rest of this series.

[@DoctorandtheDoll]

I was so happy when you mentioned Rastignac. He was the first thing that came to mind in your discussion of Romantic heroes. This is a great outline of why he could never implement the changes he hoped for.

[@andersmai844]

Fantastic. Look forward to part II

[@AndrewShala]

Great video... Can't wait for part II!!!!

[@Odothuigon]

So glad I subscribed to this channel. You always get me to think about your subjects in new, interesting ways.

[@vengefulcat5343]

Great video. That’s astonishing to understand how complicated the Batman is and how it became possible because of centuries of literature and theatrical legacy before him.

[@liamnaylor958]

Fantastic video mate. Just finished a dissertation on batman, wish this video had come out just a little earlier ;)

[@huwfrancis9437]

Romantic hero: WHATS THE MUSIC?! So good and I've forgotten the name! Can anyone help?!

[@JustWrite]

Chopin's Nocturnes Op. 9 in B flat minor.

[@huwfrancis9437]

Just Write cheers man! Loved the video, about to start part 2

[@samcallanan3633]

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[@thembanitheone]

Thematic resurrection. I love it. I try to also practise that in my writing.

[@CadetSF]

great video analysis of the heroic archetypes.

[@SuperheroWannabe]

This is splendid can't wait for part 2!

[@mellors]

Great video, a really interesting topic and well researched, looking forward to part 2 👍

[@arshiadhawan1939]

AHHHH! oh man i missed your videos as soon as the notif came i literally jumped!great video man , wonderful work as always

[@JustWrite]

Glad you like them! :)

[@Henrique_Henriques]

Can't wait for part 2!!! great, GREAT job!!!

[@Rodrigo-rx4zr]

keep doing this stuff !! Awesome work! awesome Chanel!!

[@doxazo5512]

5:38, dangit, I was just reminded of the huge "recalled to life" them in A Tale of Two Cities, which of course we know DKR pulls heavily from

[@jasmynenatasha9452]

your channel is SUPER cool. You do great research. I haven't even seen the dark knight trilogy (gasps) & found this all quite interesting.

[@BowlingForGazpacho]

Brilliant! Can't wait for part 2!!

[@TomUpjohn]

Great job bringing in the classics!

[@SplitterShot]

One of the best channels! Love your content!

[@zeadron11]

I would like to add that one of the reasons why he is so dynamic, is because he has so many mentors giving him different outlooks on life. He learns his foundational morality from his father who is thought of as a traditional hero who has preformed good deeds with his charity and his care for Gotham(His people) He learns to deal with tragedy when he blamed himself for his parents murder and it was Alfred who helped him through that. And finally, it was Ras who taught him romanticism. And the reason that he is not a fully romantic hero is that he did not completely agree with what was being taught. It would have been easy for him to fall into it, being more naturally inclined to give into his emotions and issues with Gotham, but it is The traditionalist morals and the tragic humility that guides him through these new ideals. I'm sure part two will continue to reveal different parts to batman. Looking forward to your next video!

[@keretaman]

Really interesting analysis here. Thanks man

[@Hulavuta]

Great video as always! Love how you always incorporate classic literature and philosophy. The best essays and criticism, after all, should not just be opinions, but something that expands the view and perspectives of the viewers to help them think for themselves.

[@AhtoRashied]

If I wasn't a starving artist living off of ramen noodles and bottom shelf whiskey I'd be all over your patreon account. You deserve any and all money coming your way sir.

[@CaptCooldude]

I absolutely love all of your videos! They really help me and are a big influence on me as a writer. Thank you so much for doing what you do. I look forward to part two of this and any other videos!

[@mofeani-mumuney7920]

Amazing analysis and I learned so much vocabulary

[@courtneykettle9165]

A very interesting study. Keep up the good work!

[@parepidemosproductions4741]

This was great. Looking forward to the next part!

[@nashywill]

Oh my gosh, a short discussion of Le Père Goriot in one of my fav youtuber's videos!!

[@neurospicyplus]

Great video! Thank you for making this!

[@shunkela]

I love your channel! The archetypal heroes make me want to analyze heroes (protagonists) I enjoy Elliot Alderson/ Mr. Robot - Romantic Hero -Doesn't strike me as tragic because he doesn't suffer as much as other characters do for his actions (He has a tragic backstory but the world isn't as cruel to him as it could be, he is more outside of or "above" society, able to escape or delay consequences of his actions) -He is moody and introspective, with high ideals and a cynical view of the world -He suffers from a lack of self-awareness, seeing evil in the world but not understanding how to get rid of it or keep it from controlling himself -His character development involves understanding himself better Earnest Marks (Atlanta)- Tragic Hero -He tries so hard and is a good person, but he can't catch a break and frequently causes his own downfall. -The weaknesses of his character negatively impact him dramatically. We see him repeat mistakes despite his good intentions. Holden Caulfield- Romantic Hero -In his head, good outward perception, bad inward perception

[@nickiminaj4pres]

I like all the versions of Batman, Nolan, Snyder, etc, theres something of him really cool.

[@NilanjanPaul]

A really knowledgeable video, Just Write. 🍀 Hope you make more of these great ones! 😇

[@StrongHamr]

So glad the Count of Monte Cristo was mentioned in here. Both the book and the movie are fantastic, and in my opinion Edmond Dantes is the best romantic hero. "He who has felt the deepest grief is best able to experience supreme happiness.”

[@davidsouth232]

Fantastic video! Would love to see more videos on the wealth of Bat-lore out there!

[@fotografick]

really enjoyed this! great reflection!

[@tristanneal9552]

This video is the one we need, but not the one we deserve.

[@ankushmishra8281]

Please make a video about cliff hangers

[@nicolasechegaray7565]

MOOOORE. I need part two soon

[@sokkasinstincts8730]

Can't wait to watch this. Your channel is very informative, and I love Batman!

[@nrgentertainmentartist8668]

Wow, this is really well done!!

[@020697Sasha]

Such a perfect video. It helps me to figure out what I love dark night trilogy so much

[@numbug1234]

This is a pretty interesting analysis of the Superhero type of hero in general, using Batman as a template and previously existing types of Heroes to compare and contrast - and I haven't watched part 2 yet!

[@aninjaguardian]

Amazing video essay. Batman is truly an iconic superhero.

[@wolfgodie]

Always enjoy your videos man....

[@nageshky6001]

Can someone help me with the name of the piano piece at 5:58 ?

[@jakobelias9783]

It's the first Nocturne op.9 No.1 by Chopin.

[@Simpson17866]

Can't wait for part 2!

[@thedarkknighttrilogycollec9465]

Another fantastic video....thanks for sharing!

[@creatinotionchannel2680]

Fantastic video and very insightful

[@nielspetterthomsen1710]

Man this is excellent work.

[@djordan4648]

I have really enjoyed your work with these videos. My interest is less in screenplay and more in literary fiction so this one is right in my zone.

[@icedmatchalattetogo]

As usual, perfectly and captivatingly made, thanks for all your effort :)

[@JustWrite]

Thanks Lisa!

[@michaelcoffey1991]

Still say the best Batman to me an mine is the Batman from Animated Series and to a lesser degree him in the JLA series. Non animation tho... the Nolan series got it the most right on tone, but the 1989 Keaton Batman will always have a place in my heart as i am old enough to have been there to have seen it in the theater back when that was the ONLY good super hero film.

[@JakeFusion]

As flawed at the third movie is in the Nolan trilogy, the entire thing hangs together exceedingly well. Great video.

[@TheNoviceOAO]

based on the daredevil episode penny and dime(where punisher chains DD up on a roof + talks philosophy), would dd be considered a tragic hero?

[@darkwingduck3790]

You’re videos are great but I need more of them.

[@Knux999]

Fantastic stuff as usual! I love the Monte Cristo references. Keep it up :-)

[@DaggonX]

I love your channel so much!