So while we are closer to getting casting reveals for Matt Reeves The Batman Part 2,
we are still quite a while a way from getting our first look or footage of the film, and
of course there hasn't been all that much to cover on
my channel surrounding the movie or its production. But in thinking about the recent dissapointment
of most comic book films, especially those within Marvel and DC's current cinematic
universes, the seperated movies on the way from DC are the ones that really excite me.
Joker Folie A Deux is one example and I can't wait
to see what Todd Phillips has done with the sequel. But it's Matt Reeves The Batman 2
that is by far my most anticipated within the genre, and in this video, I'm going to
be discussing all the things that excite me the most about
it. Before I get into it, if you want to keep up to date on any of my future content surrounding
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But without further a do, lets dive into why The Batman Part 2 is my most anticipated comic
book film.
So the Comic Book genre is having quite the shaky time with the audience, as movies in
multiple cinematic universes are not going down all that great consistently. Yes there
has been a few exceptions with films like Guardians of
The Galaxy Volume 3, The Suicide Squad, Zack Snyder's Justice League and a few others,
but both the quality and the box office returns have
took a dip in recent years. However, when it comes to the seperated comic book movies
or ones that take a more artistic approach, these projects have really stood out with
very unique approaches to the genre. Joker, Logan
and The Batman as the main examples have equally and individually told their stories in fitting,
yet creative ways and going forward, they really are the comic book movies that interest
me the most. Of course, I love a good universe movie when its done well, but I think there's
more creative freedom and potential in the standalone projects that just gives them a
greater edge in this current time period, over the ones that feel like more of the same.
Taking The Batman as an example, Matt Reeves was
able to distinguish a unique take on Batman and Gotham, even after many adaptations had
come before it. We got the detective Batman we've always wanted and a film that feels
more adult and akin to something like Seven rather than
a traditional action blockbuster. But amongst the grim realistic tone of Matt Reeves Gotham
world, we still did get everything we expected from a Batman movie, whether it be action,
scope or trademarks of the Batman character. This was something Christopher Nolan did back
in the day, giving us something quintisentially Batman, but projects that were of different
genres and more realistic for the modern era. Not just this but we could see his directorial
trademarks all over it and the passion that he
had for that world. It's the vision of the filmmaker that can really elevate a good comic
book film and when it comes to Matt Reeves with The first Batman, he also enters that
conversation. So The Batman 2 for one, is building off the success of a a really well
made film that is seperated in it's genre and has Reeves influence on the world of Gotham.
In mentioning The Batman's take on Gotham, one of the things I think can really push
the second film beyond the first is the expansion of characters in Gotham, in a way that feels
seemless for the type of saga Reeves is building. In the first film we see Bruce’s addiction
to being Batman and how that has been engrained within him right from the
moment his parents died. Bruce's fractured soul is evident while in the cowl and we truly
see the emotion in his performance and his eyes. But we don't get too much of him out
of the cowl. He's a recluse, but when he does go
out in public, he’s quite the awkward individual. So in the next movie, I'm sure we will see
a process of Bruce figuring out how to lead both a
life as Batman and Bruce, and this would involve more scenes with him outside of the cowl.
As the ending suggests, things will still get worse for him as Batman before they get
better too and I'm sure his past and personal connections
to what eventually unfolds will only become more testing. But seeing this develop and
showing us Bruce become the Batman and the Wayne
that we know he can be, is going to be one of the most fascinating aspects going forward,
especially with a dynamic performer like Pattinson playing him. I'm sure we'll get all the cool
stuff too like the new tech and upgrades he works on for the Batsuit, gliding with a new
cape and work done on the Batmobile to fight the upcoming wave of crime, but again, the
heart of this saga looks to be in the character moments.
I think the personal connection and the deeper dive into his history, his parents and that
of Gotham is where this can all expand and deliver on. Add on the potential for intense
new villains and characters we haven't seen in other movies like say the Court Of Owls,
Hush or Mr. Freeze, and like with Nolan's trilogy,
we could get a different genre of film with each instalment. So really, it's how Reeves
will approach the expansion of Gotham from a character and design level that excites
me going forward. And doing so in a unique way that
fits his directorial style.
Speaking of that directorial vision, I expect that Reeves would want to differ things up
slightly, both in his approach to filmmaking and use of sub-genre, so that they can build
on what they achieved before, rather than fall
into too much repetition. One thing that was great about The Batman is that it really took
the time to establish it's world and narrative, build tension and dialogue through the imagery,
sound and interactions on screen. It had an instantly recognisable aesthetic, and keeping
that in the next films will of course be a priority. But Reeves won't just do the same
thing again, hence that mention of sub-genres from a story perspective. He'll give us different
films, whether it be a mystery, a war movie or a drama, that still keeps a focus on Bruce
and his development as Batman. He did something similar with his Planet of The Apes films
and as we reached the finale, that last film became more of an emotional drama with aspects
of war. That also had a winter aesthetic going for it so I could see that fan theory of The
Batman 2 having a blue colour scheme for instance being the sort of direction he takes.
Essentially, whatever story, villain or genre the sequel has, it will inform the diverse
approach being taken. And that is exciting in a
comic book genre where a lot of films just feel like repeats with new stand in characters
who don't feel fully realised or new. So to see that extension and to see how Reeves evolves
his vision is going to be really intriguing. When it comes to the filmmaking side of things,
that again is also something that makes me look forward to The Batman Part 2 more than
other upcoming comic book projects. The first film
was limited in its filming approaches during covid and for sections of it they had to film
using the volume tech, which requires using massive LED screens with backgrounds of Gotham's
skyline or streets. Some productions have used this technology the correct way like
1899, Oblivion or The Mandalorian Season 1, as
they payed a lot of attention to visual detail with the lighting. Matt Reeves The Batman
was another to join this list, and they combined use of the volume tech with that of scenes
in real locations like Liverpool, Chicago and
Scotland. It was a mix and match of Gothic Architecture to really create a Gotham that
felt like a modern city which had been run down into
the ground. With The Batman Part 2, there's now the chance to go beyond mixing the volume
with practical, and just go full-on practical. Seeing the evolution of Gotham with new
locations used to form its cityline will hopefully add another layer of detail onscreen and seeing
more of it in actual locations will make a greater difference in capturing that sense
of authenticity. Reeves is great at making his worlds feel cinematic and lived in, and
I expect The Batman 2 to capatilise by expanding on the first film's landscape.
Overall, I have faith in Reeves when it comes to constructing a great narrative in the sequel
and bringing in elements to further the development already established. After The Batman,
I'm looking forward to whatever they do in this world, whether it be in the main films
or in the Arkham Asylum and Penguin spinoff shows, and I think the saga can really stand
apart, not just from other takes on Batman, but from
Comic Book films in general. The first film did that in its own way and I'm expecting
this one to raise the bar even further. Reeves has
began a saga that could contain unique subgenres in multiple films, while at the same, retain
all the bat-lore and established detective noir tones that the first film had. It's
exciting to think about what elements of the comics Reeves could take on with the next
film, and while I completely trust him to do that, what does interest me the most is
the type of film we'll get. And I think we'll get one
that while yes is another detective tale, is also very different. The thought of that
gets me hyped and its what made films like The Batman and
Joker so interesting. Yes they were films on some of the most popular comic book characters,
but the directors approached them in ways we haven't seen in this genre before.
But that was my video discussing why The Batman Part 2 is my most anticipated comic book movie.
There's a long wait to go to see if Matt Reeves sequel really delivers on the greatness
of the first film and depending on the story, the evolution of Bruce Wayne and the filmmaking
that captures it, we won't know what kind of movie we are getting for around another
year or so. But what I do trust when it comes to
the sequel is the vision of Matt Reeves and how he will do everything he can to expand
his Gotham world and make it more fascinating. He has
a distinct filmmaking style that completely supports his approach to worldbuilding. So
I'm excited to see his evolution of Gotham in The Batman Saga and how he will aim to
top that first film with the events of The Batman Part
2. But let me know down below in the comments section whether you're excited for Matt Reeves
sequel, and what you would like to see included in the film.
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