“Bane? Who’s He?”: Your Introduction the ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Bad Guy
As both a Batman and movie nerd this is a question I’ve asked every time a non-geek has learned that there’s a sequel to The Dark Knight on the way. The exchange goes a little something like this: “Who’s the bad guy?” “Bane!” “Bane? I haven’t heard of that one…” “He’s awesome! He’s the character … Read more
Future Batman Movie Villains
With success that Christopher Nolan has had with the Batman gravy train there is little doubt that the Hollywood suits are gonna wanna keep the franchise rolling. The Riddler: As obsessed with tricking and mind warping the audience as he is I’m surprised this green clad criminal never popped up in Chris Nolan’s trilogy. He is … Read more
Catalogue of Freaks: Batman’s New Foes
Since the death and subsequent return of Bruce Wayne Batman has encountered a new gallery of enemies. Whilst people like The Joker, Clayface and The Penguin where far from normal the new batch of bad guys are especially freakish. For those not up to speed we have the breakdown of the new psychos. Professor Pyg … Read more
As Bad As You Thought?: Batman Forever
In the past I have talked about how Joel Schumacher ruined the great Batman film franchise. Many people often point to Batman & Robin as proof of that, and as I have written in the past I have to agree; but far too often we forget that his destruction of the character began even before Clooney put … Read more
10 Reasons ‘Arkham City’ is the Best Game of 2011
I’ve barely touched another game since Batman: Arkham City came out. The debate about Modern Warfare 3 vs. Battlefield 3 entirely passed by this house without getting a look in. I didn’t even stop playing it long enough to write a review and after I’m done writing this I’m gonna go and play it some … Read more
‘Batman: Black Mirror’ Comic Review
If you only buy one Batman graphic novel this month, or even this year, make it The Black Mirror. Scott Snyder has crafted an epic tome that stands alongside some of the best Batman stories written this past decade. Since Dick Grayson has donned the cowl much of the early stories have been part of … Read more
‘Gotham City Impostors’ First Impressions
This week sees the Australian Playstation Network offer gamers the chance to enjoy a free hour of gameplay on their new multiplayer Batman game ‘Gotham City Imposters’. When this game was announced it seemed like an odd fit. First person shooters dominate the online gaming market and whilst the Batman franchise is an original way … Read more
The Ultimate Batman Reading Guide (Part #3)
So far in the Ultimate Batman Reading Guide we’ve examined the different versions of the Batman origin story, the best reading available for The Joker and the best stories featuring Batman’s sidekicks Robin and Batgirl. Now it’s time to look at some of Batman’s greatest moments as a detective – after all, he is the … Read more
Batman: Arkham City DLC Review
by G-FUNK It’s been a couple of months since the GREATEST GAME EVAR was released into our world, making it a brighter (if slightly grittier) place. The reasons why I love Batman: Arkham Asylum will be addressed in the review I’ll write the moment I stop playing it long enough to write one. To sum … Read more
The Ultimate Batman Reading Guide (Part 2)
Part #2 of the Ultimate Guide to Batman is brought to you by G-FUNK and JAMIE Z. Did you miss Part #1? Click HERE to read about the best origin stories and Joker tales! Batman is sometimes portrayed in other media as a solo vigilante, and even when teamed up with another side-kick or crime … Read more
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