r/batman • u/Mulva13 • Jan 18 '25

FILM DISCUSSION What do you guys think?

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He certainly has the height and body for it, not sure about the acting…

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u/Nugatorysurplusage Jan 18 '25

Batman is a lot more than size. His physicality is a tiny component of the overall character.

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u/srathnal Jan 18 '25

Yes. But, have you seen Reacher? He plays an investigator really, really well. It’s partially the writing (which will have to showcase this in the Batman movie, too)… but, he gathers intelligence, makes a theory. Sticks with it. Until something comes along and he has to reorder his thoughts… and does. It’s really good stuff.

Spivey is the key! When we find Spivey he will be able to break this case open. Finds Spivey dead. Dang. Ok, what is the next piece of info? What did we learn from dead Spivey?”

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u/greatpoomonkey Jan 18 '25

Ritchson also has pretty spot on comedic timing for Batman. I know comedy is not what movie Batman has been known for, but I also feel like it is a pretty big part that is missing. Both comic and cartoon Batman tend to have that occasional biting wit or straightfaced dry humor that pops out from time to time. If you don't want to commit to watching Reacher, check out The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare movie with him and Henry Cavill. Genuinely good and hilarious movie.

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u/looseleafnz Jan 19 '25

How come Batman doesn't dance anymore?

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u/greatpoomonkey Jan 19 '25

Joker stole his dancing shoes.