Caroline Ocampo, The University of Texas at Arlington
While Batman is often depicted as a protagonist, HBO’s animated series offers a different take on the caped crusader and his enemies.
While Batman is often depicted as a protagonist, HBO’s animated series offers a different take on the caped crusader and his enemies.
Ashley Hagan, Virginia Commonwealth University
Keeping the female protagonist in the Bat Cave risks starting a troubling trend.
Keeping the female protagonist in the Bat Cave risks starting a troubling trend.
Tori Rose, Spartanburg Methodist College
With the upcoming final season of ‘The Flash,’ the shared superhero universe will come to a bittersweet end, leaving fans with a mix of emotions.
With the upcoming final season of ‘The Flash,’ the shared superhero universe will come to a bittersweet end, leaving fans with a mix of emotions.
Jesus Garcia, Boston University
Since the 1960s, several actors have portrayed The Clown Prince of Crime, for better or for worse. What can fans expect from Batman’s nemesis in the future?
Since the 1960s, several actors have portrayed The Clown Prince of Crime, for better or for worse. What can fans expect from Batman’s nemesis in the future?
Asiya Robinson, Rowan University
Theaters are currently filled with fans in anticipation of the new film featuring the Caped Crusader, but if you have yet to see it, consider waiting till it makes its way to streaming services.
Theaters are currently filled with fans in anticipation of the new film featuring the Caped Crusader, but if you have yet to see it, consider waiting till it makes its way to streaming services.
Janey Schmidt, Columbia College Chicago
The newest rendition of the Caped Crusader takes him back to the days of solitary superhero work, which most fans prefer.
The newest rendition of the Caped Crusader takes him back to the days of solitary superhero work, which most fans prefer.
Jesus Garcia, Boston University
The franchise has introduced many versions of the Caped Crusader, but none as violent and dark as this.
The franchise has introduced many versions of the Caped Crusader, but none as violent and dark as this.
Maggie Habermas, University of Texas at San Antonio
Celebrities are notorious for getting crazy, yet ‘The Batman’ actor has somehow managed to make it look cool.
Celebrities are notorious for getting crazy, yet ‘The Batman’ actor has somehow managed to make it look cool.
Aly Walters, Michigan State University
The next iteration of Batman is about to hit theaters, but first, let’s take a look at why so many fans love the caped crusader.
The next iteration of Batman is about to hit theaters, but first, let’s take a look at why so many fans love the caped crusader.
Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University
The beloved DC Comics hero is not as popular as he was before he got put on the big screen.
The beloved DC Comics hero is not as popular as he was before he got put on the big screen.
Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University
The newest version of the complex superhero may be the best one yet.
The newest version of the complex superhero may be the best one yet.
Lauren Sung, University of Georgia
Batman’s most iconic sidekick recently came out as bisexual in an issue of ‘Batman Urban Legends.’ It’s a big step for representation, but queerness has a long history in DC comics.
Batman’s most iconic sidekick recently came out as bisexual in an issue of ‘Batman Urban Legends.’ It’s a big step for representation, but queerness has a long history in DC comics.
Daniel Buccafusca, East Stroudsburg University
Constantly overshadowed by the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the DCEU is in a tough spot. Here is a potential reimagining of what can come next.
Constantly overshadowed by the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the DCEU is in a tough spot. Here is a potential reimagining of what can come next.
Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio
Justin Spencer, University of Texas at San Antonio
While numerous issues caused the 2017 superhero movie to flop, Zack Snyder’s upcoming lengthier version might save the film.
While numerous issues caused the 2017 superhero movie to flop, Zack Snyder’s upcoming lengthier version might save the film.
Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley
Getting into a new superhero may seem daunting, but these Spider-Man, Superman, Batman and crossover series can help you do just that.
Getting into a new superhero may seem daunting, but these Spider-Man, Superman, Batman and crossover series can help you do just that.
Alex Luna, University of California, Berkeley
While Marvel has recently dominated the film industry, Warner Bros. can take these steps to up its game and face its rivals head-on.
While Marvel has recently dominated the film industry, Warner Bros. can take these steps to up its game and face its rivals head-on.
Emily Jewett, University of San Diego
Even though the actor is best known for his role in ‘Twilight,’ he might be the perfect fit for the caped crusader.
Even though the actor is best known for his role in ‘Twilight,’ he might be the perfect fit for the caped crusader.
Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside
Inspired by the ‘Flashpoint’ comic series, the film could feature alternative versions of heroes like Superman, Batman and even the Flash.
Inspired by the ‘Flashpoint’ comic series, the film could feature alternative versions of heroes like Superman, Batman and even the Flash.
Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside
Rocksteady’s critically-acclaimed franchise supposedly ended in 2015, but all indications point to another installment on the horizon.
Rocksteady’s critically-acclaimed franchise supposedly ended in 2015, but all indications point to another installment on the horizon.
Chris Dang, University of California, Riverside
Robert Pattinson (Battinson?) takes over for Batfleck, leading a new trilogy of movies about everyone’s favorite Caped Crusader.
Robert Pattinson (Battinson?) takes over for Batfleck, leading a new trilogy of movies about everyone’s favorite Caped Crusader.
Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
The Batman universe courts controversy with its fandom by turning the original Robin/Nightwing into an edgy bad boy with amnesia.
The Batman universe courts controversy with its fandom by turning the original Robin/Nightwing into an edgy bad boy with amnesia.
Ashley Peterson, Geneva College
DC Comics’ offer to the world of streaming sounds great in theory, but does not live up to the hype.
DC Comics’ offer to the world of streaming sounds great in theory, but does not live up to the hype.
Cassie Rowett, Southern New Hampshire University
From the simple villainy of the original Joker to the cerebral sadism of Heath Ledger, the villain has always been a reflection of his audience.
From the simple villainy of the original Joker to the cerebral sadism of Heath Ledger, the villain has always been a reflection of his audience.
Carrie Christensen, Pensacola Christian College
Will Gotham ever be the same?
Will Gotham ever be the same?
Ten years after Heath Ledger’s legendary performance as the Joker, Warner Brothers is (once again) trying to recast him.
Ten years after Heath Ledger’s legendary performance as the Joker, Warner Brothers is (once again) trying to recast him.
Benny Diaz III, Southern New Hampshire University
With actor Affleck’s turn as the Caped Crusader rumored to be ending, here’s a breakdown of the top three contenders for his replacement: Jake Gyllenhaal, Matthew Goode and Michael Fassbender.
With actor Affleck’s turn as the Caped Crusader rumored to be ending, here’s a breakdown of the top three contenders for his replacement: Jake Gyllenhaal, Matthew Goode and Michael Fassbender.
Benny Diaz III, Southern New Hampshire University
A malevolent clown, a depraved bastard and a troubled boy: Are one of these actors sinister enough to channel the Clown Prince of Crime?
A malevolent clown, a depraved bastard and a troubled boy: Are one of these actors sinister enough to channel the Clown Prince of Crime?