A look behind the scenes of ‘The Batman’ reveals how intensely the confrontation between the Dark Knight and the villain was experienced
When Paul Dano, immersed in the role of the mysterious Riddler, asked Matt Reeves: “Was it too much? Did I cross the line?”The director of “The Batman” could only smile and respond: “This is incredible. Let’s do another take.” How many times was this exchange repeated? You will be surprised to know.
“The Batman”: The Magic Behind the Scenes at Arkham
Let’s imagine we’re a bat on the roof of the stage where the Dark Knight meets Enigma. Through a glass window, we see the tension between these two characters as Batman searches for answers and the Riddler revels in his mind games. This intense and emotional scene was not recorded in a few hours. Not even in a whole day. It took two full days and between “70 and 80 shots”.As shared by director Matt Reeves.
The final showdown between the hero (Robert Pattinson) and the villain (Paul Dano) in “The Batman” left many viewers on the edge of their seats. This iconic scene, where the two characters communicate through a glassNot only explored the villain’s scheming mind, but hinted at the possibility of the Riddler discovering that Batman is, in fact, Bruce Wayne.
The emotional magnitude of The Riddler is remarkable. In his dialogue with Batman, he not only admits to being inspired by the Dark Knight, but also believes that they are both on the same team. This revelation, and Batman’s refusal to accept it, pushes the Riddler to extreme emotional limits.
Each shot showed a different side, from a knowing smile to an outburst of anger. “Paul loves to explore. It’s obsessive that way,” Reeves commented. The director also admitted that he would sometimes hold back his laughter when listening to Deno’s variations, always wondering when this unexpected change would occur.
The legacy of “The Batman” at DC
Although DC Studios is planning a new DC Universe under the guidance of James Gunn and Peter Safran, “The Batman” is not far behind and is expanding its own universe. In addition to his impressive performance as the Riddler, Paul Dano has taken his passion a step further by writing a comic about the origin of his character titled “The Riddler: Year One”,
But that’s not all, Colin Farrell, playing The Penguin, will be the protagonist of a series that will premiere on Max. Additionally, another series focusing on Arkham Asylum is in development. For most fans of the saga, the wait continues “The Batman – Part II” It is scheduled for release on October 3, 2025, confirming the return of both Pattinson and Reeves.
A cinematographic legacy in the making
‘The Batman’ isn’t just another movie in the wider DC universe. It represents the promise of a new beginning and a cinematic legacy. The relationship between Batman and the Riddler in this installment is just a preview of what is to come. With dark characters and mystery-filled storylines, fans can look forward to more installments that uncover the dark secrets of Gotham and its inhabitants. With Reeves at the helm, the next decade promises to be a golden one for lovers of dark knight stories,
So, the next time you see Batman and the Riddler face off in Arkham, remember that behind those minutes are two days of pure passion and artistry. And for those who want to relive the experience or have not yet enjoyed it, ‘The Batman’ is available to stream on Max.