The Batman prepares to introduce himself to the waiting fans, ready to discover the universe created by Matt Reeves, just landed in cinemas. But what films, seen before this last film, could they enrich the experience of the spectators?
Seeking to expand the dark world created by Christopher Nolan and its iconic Dark Knight Trilogy, The Batman brings the Caped Crusader back to the big screen, and there are a few movies that can be seen or reviewed to enjoy Batman in all his glory. Let’s see which ones.
Birds of Prey and the phantasmagoric rebirth of Harley Quinn
Birds of Prey It was supposed to be a box office hit in 2020, and it’s about Harley Quinn who is preparing to form a team to stop crime lord Roman Sionis and save Cassandra Cain. Margot Robbie she played the lead role in the film, supported by a stellar cast they are part of Rosie Perez, Ewen McGregor And Mary Elizabeth Winsted as the Huntress. Being centered around the Batman universe, it’s a perfect film to spark the desire to watch The Batman.
The man of Steel
Seeing the enormous success that Marvel was having with its vast universe of superheroes, and the record-breaking revenues that each film brought with it, DC sought to “copy” the same roadmap and create a saga that mirrored the success of the game. Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The DCEU was launched in 2013 with The man of Steelwho saw the talented Henry Cavill as Superman. The film was great success, and marked an excellent start on the road to a universe that could join the Marvel one. It’s worth looking back at to see the film’s fantastic action sequence and a darker tone surrounding the Superman story.
Zack Snyder’s Justice League (aka Justice League: Director’s Cut)
Like most of the DCEU films, Justice League sparked opinions contrasting after its release in theaters. Several critics have expressed doubts about the darker tones of the film, compared to the liveliness of the MCU. Zack Snyder’s Justice League added several scenes that bring the overall story together, and it’s a complete version of the film that should be revised before The Batman.
Wonder Woman
After its appearance in Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justiceit was only a matter of time before that Wonder Woman had his own movie. He arrived in 2017, and follows Wonder Woman as she attempts to end World War I. The film was one of the rare DCEU jobs to get one right away very positive response by critics, and has an approval rating of 93% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice
This film received variable response from fans and critics alike. Some loved it, others were disappointed by the “superficiality” with which it was dealt with clash between the two superheroes, to understand who was the best between Batman and Superman. As already mentioned before, Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice introduced Wonder Woman and was a huge hit upon release.
To get a feel for the universe in which Batman resides in the DCEU, this film is a must see.
Joker
Joker it is essential to realize how dark the Batman universe has become, as this character has made a grim entry into the DCEU. Joaquin Phoenix is splendid in the role of Authur Flecka lucky and disturbed man who transforms himself, one step at a time, into Joker.
This masterpiece has grossed over a billion dollars at the box office, and has stepped sharply away from any comic book film, leaving the action behind and focusing on mental decline of the protagonist, one of the most iconic villains of the DC universe. Joker is a perfect appetizer for The Batman and, to be honest, he makes himself watched on every occasion.
Aquaman
Aquaman got his film following the natural course of events in the DCEU. This hero, who draws powers from oceans, intertwined with the rest of the DC universe in a film that was very successful. The film was positively received, after the hesitations expressed by fans about the success of the film. In fact, it raised over a billion dollars at the box office, turning Aquaman into a central character of the Justice League.
Although this film may not have dark tints like the ones you will breathe in The Batmanit is an essential mechanism for diving into the DCEU.
Finally, we remind you that our review of The Batman.
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