Justine Wollmuth
Superheroes
Mrs. Franklin
November 12, 2015
Bruce Wayne, Batman’s secret identity, is an American billionaire, playboy, philanthropist, and owner of Wayne Enterprises. Batman is one of the most well-known and well-liked superheroes of all time probably because of all of the comics, TV shows, movies and video games with him in it. Many are interested in Batman mainly because he is human, has no super powers and no special abilities just like a normal person but continues in many super human things using his gadgets, a body suit and a brilliant mind. Not only are these some of the differences between him and some other super heroes but he wants to see justice served and to defeat his enemies because he focuses on what is right and what is wrong. Batman has starred in about fourteen films both as a starring character and as an ensemble character beginning in 1943 and the latest in 2012 with two more coming in 2016 and 2017. Having earned a total of U.S. $1,900,844,295, the Batman series is the fifth-highest-grossing film series in North America. The first full-length movie of batman made in 1989 shows that to overcome great diversity one must step out of the bounds of what is socially and morally acceptable though the characterization of Batman, the contrast between
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Although Batman is the hero of many stories and films, many argue whether Batman actually needs to exist or if his moral code of “no killing” is actually worth it when his
Pearson, Roberta E. and William Uricchio, eds. 1991. The Many Lives of the Batman. New York: Routledge.
Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight (2008) is representative of key changes in contemporary media conglomerate Hollywood in terms of marketing, distribution, and production because of the steps it took to turn a standard superhero film into a worldwide phenomenon that not only succeeded as a standalone film, but also helped to revitalize an entire franchise, paving the way for many more of its kind. This was accomplished through the breaking of typical marketing trends by utilizing various vigorous viral marketing campaigns and interactive, fan-powered “scavenger hunts”, both online and in the real world, that led to the revelation of new scenes, ads, and teasers. Additionally, the film’s domestic and foreign distribution was so massive at the film’s release, that it still holds records today as the 4th highest total grossing box office and 5th highest grossing opening weekend in North America, 4th widest domestic opening (showing on 9,200 screens in 4,366 theaters), and 18th highest all-time grossing box office worldwide record. Needless to say, The Dark Knight was the highest grossing film of the year in 2008. Supplementary material, including animated films and video games, were also created and distributed between the releases of Batman Begins and The Dark Knight as a simultaneous method of franchise reinforcement as well as promotion for the upcoming second installment of Nolan’s Batman universe. It can be asserted that as a result of these fresh new marketing and distribution trends, Christopher Nolan has played a significant role in helping to usher in successful new production practices that will shape the way films will be produced over the course of the transitional blockbuster/digital production era in Hollywood during ...
Everyone knows who Batman is. Batman has many different monikers, from “The Dark Knight” to “Gotham's White Light” He is the hero of Gotham City. However, he is not the perfect superhero. Whenever he is fighting a villian such as the Joker and Bane, his methods are unorthodox to the average superhero. The way Batman fights crime, destroying the enviroment to do whatever it takes to stop the villian, and involving collateral damage, makes him a failed hero.
When using superheroes for movies, shows, toys etc. they are not selling the public a new idea. They are simply using past ideas that have worked and are guaranteed to bring in appeal to an audience. These are called cultural icons. Cultural icons are a big reason many superheroes are so popular. There is no need for hardcore fans of Batman comic books to go to the movies, but you are getting them and anyone who has enjoyed Batman prior to this film, including: The comic books, The Original Batman, Batman video games, and any Batman film. Since there is already a huge market for Batman, the producers usually do not have to worry about a
This article explains the mental development of Batman through his comic book and movies appearances. In his prime batman would never wield a gun, nevertheless use it to kill anyone. Over the duration of his career as the dark knight his attitude toward criminals has begun to decline. He had become more forceful to those evil doers and his methods of capture became inhumane and cruel. Example: He starts to brand all of the criminals he captures to show the world that he has changed his beliefs. This also shows that being Batman has changed the very way Bruce Wayne, interacts and communicates with people.
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...as attacked him; he dares to risk his life in order to rescue the one he loves and also his beloved country. At the same time, in the movie ‘ The Dark Knight Rises’, Brune Wayne is willing to become batman once again when he knows that his city his in grave danger. Although he is old and has been defeated by Bane once, he does not give up and he is willing to sacrifice his life to save his city. Both of the movie characters are not giving up and they are willing to sacrifice to save others. ‘No pain, no gain’. They gain their own victory at the end and again, they bring peaceful and justice to the country.
Vigilantes have been part of the world since semi-permanent societies were established. Although it is speculated that vigilantes were serving justice before the middle ages, the documented history goes back to the 7th century. Officially, vigilante justice began with the idea of frankpledges and knights, and continued from there. Vigilantes have also been part of American society since its founding. The founding citizens participated in vigilante acts, such as lynching tax collectors and the Boston Tea Party. Vigilantes are still common today, usually in bigger cities where justice fails more victims. Vigilantes are also present in fictional stories, such as the story of Batman from The Dark Knight movie series. The character of Batman is known for helping solve the problems of Gotham, occasionally with the help of the police. However, almost all of Batman’s actions would be considered vigilante actions, since he is serving justice using his own system of right and wrong. He also does not go through the appropriate legal pathways. Regardless of the presence vigilantes have in society, there are people who argue that they should be stopped at all costs. Most of the arguments center around the fact that they are criminals, abide by a skewed sense of morality, and that they cause more harm than good to society. Without vigilantes, however, victims of smaller crimes would likely have to live with the fact that the perpetrator never had to face justice. Vigilantes are needed because of the inefficiency of both the court system and the police department, and because of corruption in the police force and politics.
Batman, also known as the Dark Knight, has been fighting crime in Gotham City for 75 five years. He is a muscled, disguised vigilante who is largely dependent on his own strength and gadgets to aide in his heroic efforts. However, his best protection is the mask that he wears, which serves as a shield between Batman and the population of Gotham. More than any other superhero, Batman teaches some real-life, practical leadership lessons. Batman is possibly the greatest super-hero for one reason. He is just a man. Unlike most of the other superheroes in popular imagination, he is not super. He is a regular person, no different than you or I. What makes the ‘Dark Knight’ a super-hero are his human characteristics. Bruce Wayne is the most
First, I would like to discuss Batman who does not have any super human powers nor does he come from another planet. According to DC comics Batman is “… An American billionaire… philanthropist, and owner of Wayne Enterprises”. He does however use his physical fitness, martial arts, and intellect to protect the citizens of Gotham City from villainess criminal activity. During the day, he is Bruce Wayne but at night he wears a bat mask, a utility
Bruce Wayne is an American playboy, and is very wealthy due to him getting his parents money when they died, and he also ownes his family company Wayne Enterprises. At a young age Bruce saw both of his parents murdered right in front of him when they were walking home at night. When Bruce grew up he began to train himself in many ways. How to fight, use his gadgets and protect himself from criminals. He created a secret base for him to work in, and also a suit for him to wear while he was out. The reason for all this was the Bruce wanted vengeance and revenge for the death of his parents. He wanted to make a difference by stopping criminals. By Bruce doing this he created his alter ego the Batman as soon would have to see is he more Bruce or more Batman. Who really is Bruce Wayne, is he more Batman or is he more Bruce?
When watching a superhero movie you usually focus on how the superhero is great and always saves the world. We don't usually pay as much attention to the villain as we do with the hero. Although superheros are cool and we wouldn't have a movie without them but did you ever think how we wouldn't even have a story line or even a hero without the villain? A story that has a villain that is entertaining and in a way very dangerous is in Batman. Batman has many enemies but one that we all know is his most archest enemy is The Joker.
In July 2008, the gloomiest adaptation of Batman hit the theatres. Christopher Nolan (b. 1970), director of The Dark Knight (2008), brought us a morally ambiguous film, filled with violence and astonishing effects, raising questions about justice and corruptibility. The film shows us multi-layered characters who battle with very relatable issues in a world which is also more relatable, only much darker, than in other hero movies. We return to Gotham City where the mob is trying to rule the city. But since its prequel Batman Begins (2005), also directed by Nolan, the city is now busy with cleaning the streets and fighting the organized crime. These efforts, combined with the Batman, generate fear among the mobsters, and, eventually, cumulate
Any fan of Batman knows that “Batman Begins” and “The Dark Knight” are two of the best Batman films made in the seventy-eight years that Batman has been around. The plots really make you look deep in yourself and show the true and more real sides of the characters of the Batman world. Each movie shows the evolution of Batman and shows only a few of the many crazy and intense adventures of this mysterious hero. These two movies are the first two in the dark knight trilogy, created by the amazing Christopher Nolan. These movies were heavily praised for their astounding realism to the real world, and its pros and cons. But they were also extremely liked for their possibility for
So growing up Batman developed an “I work alone” personality and started to fight crime. Later in life, he struggled with letting people into his life and expression his emotions. After adopting an orphan son Richard (Dick) and training him to fight crime he became more attached and started to open up even developing a crush on a coworker Barbara Gordon and developing a crime-fighting family. But out of fear of losing them like he did with his parents in the past he sends them away when he needs them the most, during the big fight scene with his arch nemesis so that his family would not get hurt. After Batman realizes that he cannot win by himself he then apologizes to his crime-fighting family. The family makes up and unites with the other villains in a “the enemy of my enemy is my friend” mindset to Save Gotham City.