First The Batman Clip Shows The Riddler's Attack At A Funeral
The release date for The Batman is gradually stepping closer into view, anchored by promotional rollouts that help to generate excitement for the newest take on the iconic Bruce Wayne narrative. Now, a newly released clip centers around Bruce Wayne and the Riddler, highlighting the villains madness while equally setting the stage for what's to come.
The Riddler, played by Paul Dano, looks to be added to an exclusive list of unforgettable antagonists for Gotham's masked vigilante. The character's perverse behavior has been discussed for months leading up to the release of The Batman, sparking hope within many that his barbarity will add an edge to the franchise that hasn't surfaced before.
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It's important to note that Reeves stated Riddler's sinister plan begins with the mayor of Gotham, presumably the character at the center of the crowded funeral. The clip opens with a familiar moment from the trailers, showcasing Wayne, shamed for not doing enough for Gotham by a mayoral candidate equally looking to obtain his support. The focus then moves to a silent moment held between Wayne and supposedly the deceased mayor's son before the voice of Jeffrey Wright's Jim Gordon is heard discussing the sudden disappearance of a character by the name of Gil Colson. Next, rumblings can be heard, followed by screams, leading to a fearsome encounter between Wayne and the Riddler cloaked heavily in shadows.
The clip continues with another familiar moment from the trailers, showcasing a car bursting through the chaotic setting as Wayne leaps, pulling the mayor's son away from its destructive path. Once the vehicle crashes, Gil Colson emerges from the driver's side of the car,
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