By jasper 
10. Robert Pattinson: The Singular Choice for a Grittier Batman
The initial casting for this iteration of the Batman saw Ben Affleck slated to don the cowl. However, following his departure from the project, the role was ultimately entrusted to Robert Pattinson, the former star of the Twilight saga. This casting decision quickly became one of the most talked-about aspects of the film’s inception.
Over the years, Robert Pattinson has deliberately carved out a significant presence in the realm of independent and art-house cinema. This dedicated exploration of complex characters has allowed him to shed the superficial teen idol image that the Twilight series once bestowed upon him.
The director of The Batman, Matt Reeves, was particularly struck by Pattinson’s transformative performance in the Safdie brothers’ critically acclaimed Cannes Film Festival entry, Good Time. It was this raw and intense portrayal that solidified Reeves’ conviction that Robert Pattinson was the unequivocal choice for his vision of a “new-dark” cinematic Batman.
As a subtle nod to this pivotal moment of inspiration, Reeves incorporated a deliberate Easter egg into The Batman. During an early scene, the convenience store being robbed by petty criminals is named “Good Time,” a clear homage to the film that cemented Pattinson as his singular Dark Knight.
11. Catwoman: Unveiling a Troubled Past and Fierce Independence
While audiences may vividly recall Anne Hathaway’s captivating and alluring portrayal of Catwoman in The Dark Knight Rises, Zoë Kravitz’s performance in The Batman unequivocally heralds the arrival of a new era for the iconic feline anti-heroine. Selina Kyle remains a thief with a tragically fractured past, yet her thirst for vengeance burns with a greater intensity, and her sense of self-determination is powerfully amplified. This iteration firmly establishes her as the undisputed architect of her own destiny.
The Batman offers audiences an unprecedented glimpse into Catwoman’s origins on the silver screen. She is revealed to be the daughter of Carmine Falcone, the formidable and ruthless kingpin of Gotham’s underworld, and Maria Kyle, a vulnerable woman forced into prostitution. Maria Kyle was one among countless exploited women within the confines of the Iceberg Lounge, a victim of sexual assault who conceived Selina. Once her pregnancy rendered her “unprofitable,” she was discarded by Falcone, who remained blissfully unaware of his daughter’s existence.
Growing up amidst instability and hardship, Selina Kyle harbors a deep-seated resentment towards Falcone. This animosity leads her to infiltrate the very heart of his empire, taking a position within the Iceberg Lounge, patiently awaiting an opportunity for retribution. However, before her plans for revenge can fully materialize, her roommate, Annika, becomes another casualty, swallowed by the darkness that permeates Gotham’s underbelly. Driven by a fierce determination to uncover the truth behind Annika’s disappearance, Selina bravely ventures into the “club within a club” – an exclusive inner sanctum where powerful officials and influential figures indulge in drugs and engage in clandestine dealings.
In the course of her perilous investigation, Selina finds an unlikely ally in Batman. Their interactions spark a palpable, albeit complex, chemistry. Yet, their fundamental perspectives on Gotham City diverge significantly. Once her immediate goals of revenge are achieved, Catwoman’s primary desire becomes a singular one: to escape the suffocating grip of Gotham City and forge her own path elsewhere.