34: The Shattered Psyche (BATMAN RETURNS)
Do our masks hide or reveal our most authentic selves? In this final installment of our ‘Hearts of Darkness’ series, Nick leads us through the underrated Burton masterpiece that is BATMAN RETURNS. We analyze these characters in hopes to better understand our inner demons, our relationships, and what it means to be a hero. We also explore the role of antagonists in storytelling, and why this is a definitive take on Batman.
Introduction (0:00)
Why We Chose BATMAN RETURNS (2:30)
Penguin: The Tragic Freak (7:58)
Catwoman: The Struggle of Duality (26:34)
Batman: The Mask & Authenticity (38:11)
Villains and Living a Meaningful Story (1:05:20)
Conclusion (1:09:20)
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