BETTER THAN DARK KNIGHT?! *The Batman* First time watching! 

its a shame you didn't see in cinemas cause the bat mobile scene shook my chest

I love the twist that the Riddler didn’t actually know Batman was Bruce Wayne. He left the note for Batman at the Wayne bombing because he knew Batman was working with the cops at the crime scenes and would be there after Bruce Wayne was blown up. A great twist when we realize Riddler doesn’t know Batman and Bruce are the same person.

Riddler doesn't know Batman is Bruce; he thought he could kill Wayne with the bomb at the tower and still have the fireproof envelope and the one in the bat cage in the flat delivered to Batman, he describes Bruce as "the only one we didn't get" and also compliments Batman's outfit and expresses how he was inspired by him while also expressing resentment for Wayne during the interrogation.

The fact that battinson can easily silence his footsteps and be silent, but chooses to be heard to put fear in his prey in the first scene with the painted clown gang.

"The slow boot walk." Bats walking so slow is the definition of, "If you are running from someone and he isn't running, he knows something you don't."

I love that Batman records everything he sees with his suit. Usually the characters always remember things, like they have photographic memory, but this explains that away and adds to the detective side of Batman.

As a lifelong Batman fan from the comics, movies, video games and animated series I can safely say that Robert Pattinson is in my opinion the best live-action Batman.

I love the shot of Batman walking towards Penguin being upside down in the car, like how a bat hangs upside down. So cool.

It was a misdirect, Riddler doesn’t actually know Batman is Bruce Wayne.

It’s pretty much a given that the Iceberg Lounge pops off on New Years 🔥

The director of photography on this is Greig Fraser. He also worked on Let Me In, Killing Them Softly, Rogue One, Dune, and a few episodes of The Mandalorian. One of my favorite cinematographers working today.

"you really dont know its collin farrel unless you know its collin farrel" 🤣🤣

"I just ordered a slice of pumpkin pie." immediately arrested

I find this to be the first "true" Batman film in that it really concentrates on Batman while still having a strong villain that doesn't overshadow him. Cinematography and score were fantastic and gave the film a feeling of dread that fit the story. My issue with the Nolan films is that Gotham was an afterthought (aside from parts of Begins) when it should be a "character". As far as all the Dark Knight comparisons, that film is a great Joker movie with Batman in it. This film is a great Batman film that concentrates on Batman and shows his process/method and motivation in a way that no other films have (can't speak for any animated movies since I have not seen any).

Something I respect the screenwriters for is that they're fully aware of the expectation for a shirtless scene in a superhero movie and don't even try to come up with an excuse for it, it's just "Yep, he's figuring this out with his shirt off, you're welcome"

If you watch "the sacred killing of a deer" you'll see why Barry was chosen to play joker. I'm really excited to see what he's going to do with the role and what part he'll have to play in the sequels

Best Batman so far! Detective Comics Batman! No ninja Batman. No IronMan Batman. No rollerblading hockey mooks. Just the world’s greatest detective who scares people before punching them into submission.

Matt Reeves knocked it out of the park with this film, it's so good on so many levels from the acting, to the musical score and the tone was all brilliant!

I kind of like the Dark Knight more because of Joker but with Nolan Bat films the villains are usually the ones outshining Batman. While in this movie Batman is actually given the focus, the camera angles are shot in his pov, we feel what he's going through and what he's experiencing. We didn't need to see a flashback of his parents because Robert delivers that grief through his performance, like how he arrived at the first crime scene staring at the boy. And the funeral scene as Bruce, he looks so disconnected from the outside world. Plus I love how there's so many emphasis on his eyes. Robert is my Batman. " he wants to save Gotham, and he does so so by making criminals shit their pants. What it's not working , he said so constantly throughout the movie. In the story Alfred treats Bruce warmly but they still have a distance. Alfred genuinely feels like the humanity Bruce once had has been in his quest to stop crime. Bruce is just awkward he's weird doesn't know how to act like a person. For example, Christian Bale Batman was a version where he needed to isolate himself for a time to understand what he needs to do, what he needs to become, but he never felt alien. Pattinson Brews Pattinson as Batman feels alien. The dudes desperate for some kind of relationship that's beyond beating people's faces in but he doesn't allow myself to open up" - Brown table

I loved the detail that his glider suit is just an army flight suit and parachute and he clearly hasn't used it much since it's only been 2 years since he became batman

Michael Giacchino made "Ave Maria" terrifying. Also, you're the first person that references that song being in "Hitman". Props.

I wish everyone would relax on comparing if to the dark knight

as a comics fan, this is one of the best movie adaptations I've ever seen!! it stayed very true to what I think Batman should be: a symbol of hope for his city!!

The Riddler was targeting Bruce Wayne because of his father's 'sins', he didn't know he was Bruce Wayne > 'He's the only one we didn't get'. The Riddler thought he and the Batman were working together to expose the corruption in Gotham. The bomb that Alfred opened was meant to be opened by Bruce Wayne, and the fireproof package inside was for Batman to find at the crime scene like he found the other riddles.

The Batman is the best live action portrayal of a realistic Batman . I also liked how this movie was more focused on Batman's detective skills .

I love how emo he is i mean he lost his parents and Robert himself said that it's like Bruce never really got over his parents' death, it's like he's been grieving his whole life, that's why he's such a recluse that lives with a weight on his shoulders, feeling that he has a duty to protect the city and hopes to see it changing for the better, the things he does for the city - the batman - thats all he has left and i just love how human batman is in this movie. Also the detective vibe really made me feel antsy in a good way i loved it sooo much. And the way the scenes were shot especially that car chase scene like the sounds of the batmobile got me goosebumps istg and the catwoman's POV ughhh soo good!! Also I LOVE how we literally watch him being portrayed as "the vengeance" but then becoming a true hero in the end, not only getting the bad guys, but also actually saving people.

I was worried this movie was gonna be cheesy but it was actually SO much better than I pictured! I can't wait for the sequel

I just love this movie. I saw it in the theater twice and a few more since being on HBOmax. The score is just amazing. They give Gotham city its own character, the fact that it only rains on the days where a murder is committed is just like the city is crying. Cinematography is amazing, as is the acting. One of my tope 3 "superhero" films along with The Dark Knight and Man of Steel. Can't wait to see where they take this, I just hope that they can keep the quality up

Being this was his second year as batman, the older bale batman would've realized the riddlers pictures etc. were right across from the iceberg lounge

The Joker clip was supposed to be in the middle of the film, but it was decided it would have taken away from the story. You're right in that this will be a trilogy of films. And there will be 3 HBOMax shows. Colin Farrell has already signed a contract for a Penguin show, and the other two will be set of Catwoman & Arkham Asylum. The score was done by award winning film composer Michael Giacchino. And Zoe Kravits is Jason Mamoa's step-daughter. So you can connect The Batman to GoT.

Not only do you laugh at every scene, you’re always encouraging someone to “smooch”. 🤣

Maybe Hell's Kitchen is the Gotham equivalent with all the organized crime. But this mystery, noir feel kinda makes this my favorite Batman movie.

I feel like you’re the one person at the funeral who won’t stop laughing 😂

You have to remember that this is Batman Year 2, so he's very young and angsty. Also in his detective phase 👍🏽

This was not planned as a trilogy or even as having a sequel. Yes, it was left open-ended. But Matt Reeves made very clear he had no way of knowing how well this would do so he made no such plans.

I love-love, love, LOVE-this relatively low-tech Batman. It feels like a Batman that's still building up his arsenal over time while honing his skills on the detective side of things.

He definitely didn’t know Bruce and Batman were the same person. It’s in how he references Bruce as “him”, and Batman as “you” when they’re talking in the prison. Batman wasn’t sure either until Riddler says “he’s the only one we didn’t get.” He also looks at the camera to see if it was recording so as to not react to him saying his name until he was sure, otherwise he would have reacted like “bro who told you?” The whole thing with the trailers and the scene here was to make us think Riddler knew his identity but he ultimately shows his cards and we learn through that interrogation that he didn’t know.

I've seen this movie in cinemas so many times and what can I say. In my opinion this is the best *Batman* movie. i love The Dark Knight but this movie is a real Batman Movie and made me walk out of the cinemas feeling like i have never felt in any movie before it speaks to me a lot more than the the Dark knight or other Batman movies and i just love this version on batman that he is a younger Batman Is so awesome and this development of Vengeance towards Hope so brilliantly done 10/10 the soundtracks 10/10 the acting just perfect I love The Batman Why everyone that react on this film not now that this Batman is a more younger version he is just 2 years Batman so far that's why they didn't now him he is at the beginning

If you watch closely you notice that one of the staples on the side of the documents is missing when joker hands them back. Also would really recommend watching prisoners

Yes!! I’ve been waiting for you to do this one!

To me, this is a masterpiece of a film. Storytelling, visuals and also the character development for Batman. Throughout the whole film Batman is just using fear to fight off villians and be "Vengeance". Fast forward to when the mayoral campaign happens and the guy who almost got beat up to death looks at Batman and says "I'm vengeance", Bruce realizes that he had it all wrong from the start. He needs to be better than just "Vengeance". Matt Reeves also likes to use biblical references in his films. When Batman cuts off the wire, he falls down in the water (signifying baptism) and he comes out leading a pack of civillians to safety, only then he realizes that he should be a hero to the people, in fact the scene where the woman is being taken away by the medical unit, she clings on to Batman and doesn't let go until he tells her it's okay. So so many small details in this film. That to me is what makes it a masterpiece.

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this is my favorite batman movie, and also probably my favorite movie of all time. Saw it in theatres 5 times and can honestly say i wouldve seen it many more times if i hadn't already spent too much money on it. Just such a good movie

"There isn't an equivalent of Gotham in MARVEL" I mean, Hell's Kitchen is a really nasty and corrupt district. The Daredevil show actually does a great job portraying it as a Gotham of sorts

I think that when people compare this to dark knight their comparing apples to oranges and dark knight was a sequel this is the first of hopefully a series of films as well

They created such a gritty, dark Gotham. Fckin loved it!!! Looks like you did too. Enjoy the ride!! 🦇

I’ve been waiting for this reaction since I found out it was coming out to stream

I am not sure why everyone is comparing this to TDK. Are we forgetting this is the first film while TDK was already the second one. We should compare sequels. But I think its a testament to how great this movie is if they already using TDK as the benchmark.

I commented asking if you were gonna check this out on your up video and I'm so glad you did. This is my favorite batman movie period. I'm glad to see you enjoyed it too!

him: im vengeance me: …hi vengeance, im dad

As soon as I realized we weren't doing the Wayne parents death I knew I was going to like it.

I've been waiting for this upload for ever

1:12 omg i felt that like i watched it twice in the cinema and both times i was like "wow that's huge" lol

Seb, laughing with you to the riddler singing Ave Maria has been one of my favorite reaction moments 😂

I do believe that the green juice he put in him is a prototype version of Banes Venom, setting him up in a future film. Screw the Joker, I want more Bane, Scarecrow, Mr. Freeze and plenty of other awesome villains to choose from. If anyone could make Condiment King scary, it’s Matt Reeves.

THIS IS WHAT I NEEDED

HAVE BEEN WAITIIIING

You laugh at every scene…I love it.

Any conversation regarding the best batman movie needs to also include Mask of the Phantasm. Yes its that good, more people should watch it

Great reaction as always!

Your old school Batman theme song attempt at 23:28 was pretty good!

“If you are justice…. Please do not lie… OMG THANKS “MIKE OXELONG” FOR DONATING $500!”

Loved the reaction! Like the bat brought to the background

I guess Hell’s Kitchen can be the Gotham equivalent to marvel but Gotham is definitely more dangerous

I had to go back and rewatch the scenes with Penguin, cause I somehow didn't know it was Colin until after the movie was over, and my god... he's unrecognizable, but so great in the role. Hope we get to see more of him!

So hyped!!!!

The thing I love most about this version, aside from the cinematography and the soundtrack, is just how green Batman is. Like he's clearly still suffering from losing his parents and you feel it, he doesn't give a fuck. And while you say he's "tanking" shots, in that shirtless scene you can see that he's got a lot of lasting, deep scars, even though he's only been at it for 2 years. He's still figuring everything out and he's rough.

I think you're spot-on with the injection guess. They took the time to show a shot of the vial holding a neon green liquid. Plus I believe that adrenaline needs to be injected into the heart. Batman put the shot in his leg. Pretty sure that it's supposed to be Venom. The substance that Bane uses.

Last day of classes, now this 🔥

It is pretty fantastic. Something we don't get from movies nowadays. It's a thriller through and through and I think it's great. The Dark Knight is a more 'realistic' human hero. While this one felt much more like Gothem imo. I cannot wait for the next one.

For me it's a tie, just like you said no need to compare. I can see how the director drew inspiration from the dark Knight as well as this is a much different type of story to what the other movies did. Fantastic movie I saw it in the theater and it was just absolute showcase of what many comic book readers wanted

Your accent makes this so enjoyable lmao love your commentary 🌟😋

I am really glad you reacted to the deleted clip.

He didnt know bruce was batman, he said "Bruce Wayne, he was the only one we didnt get" during the arkham scene.

Never read the comics, never watched the other Batman movies but this gripped me from the title card to the final monologue. It's one of those movies that aren't just a cinema experience

This is easily the most comic accurate version of Batman.

I love that you just watched "UP" and how different the tones are of UP and this movie, but the same music composer

The answer is YES‼️ Most impressive is the practical effects and very limited CGI. I wasn’t interested in yet another Batman movie or Pattinson… but by gosh I was pleasantly wrong. Fast became one of my favourite superhero movies. Dark, gritty, haunting, plot intriguing, villain terrifying, music broody and visually stunning! 🖤 P.S. So happy no mention of HP in your reaction 😊

The riddler's design and "Riddles" is based on an actual serial killer called "The zodiac killer" which was famous for sending the police and media riddles to taunt them And he actually never got caught

The music for everything was great , catwomans theme was so nice , riddlers was great , batmans was great too , never know whether it’s his theme or riddlers sometimes though

i love how he used the edward cullen accent

"big evil Danny Devito" lol!!...

the best movie soundtrack for a superhero movie for sure

Paul Danos best roll is probably in There Will Be Blood. Then this, followed by Prisoners.

21:10 it feels so much like the Darth Vader Theme

24:05 I think he mentioned he was against the usual hollywood "get a superhero role and take a boatload of gear to get huge" model that everyone follows

I’m the 200th like.. heck yea.. keep doing your stuff

AMAZING FILM

I love this film so much man! The goons at the start know of the Batman but have never seen him til he train station, you can hear one of them saying “it’s him”, letting us know the goons know of the Batman, they’ve heard of a fighting masked vigilante! 10/10 film for me honestly, 3 hours went by so quick !

I don’t know this for sure, but I really think the riddler in this movie was inspired by the really life serial killer called the zodiac killer. Edit: they actually said he was inspired by the zodiac! I didn’t know it was confirmed

I saw it 6 times in theaters an 7 on hbo max i love this movie. At the beginning of the movie on the first wide shot of the iceberg lounge you can see riddler taking pics up in the top left corner of the screen

I'm going to apologize in advance for this comment, because I hate myself for thinking of it in the first place, but once Catwoman said, "You're already spoken for", I couldn’t unsee it. Gotham is Batmans Bella Swan.

“Big evil Danny Devito” would be amazing if you haven’t seen the 90s Batman movies lol

Lol you crack me up bro 😂😂

Great reaction and depending on where you are in the uk it’s still on at some cinemas and we’ll worth seeing on a big screen. Having seen it 3 times now, I think it probably is my favourite Batman film. I think everything works so well (acting, visuals, story, score etc.) and I have some things that I didn’t like about the dark knight so think that’s now in second for me.

man watching this now, i just can't control myself to tell you, to watch tenet (2020) and the lighthouse (2019). super great movies, both with robert pattinson, which does an excelent acting in both

I saw it in 4DX at the theater... It was so crazy we were in another world!!

15:49 about your car's extended warranty

seb did you know the club scene was filmed in printworks that famous dnb club in london lmao

So excited for this reaction!!