Everything GREAT About The Lego Batman Movie!

Summary

This video script offers a detailed, humorous, and insightful review of *The LEGO Batman Movie*, analyzing its action, humor, visual style, and themes. The reviewer praises the film for its clever meta-commentary on Batman’s history, its seamless blend of humor and action, and the accurate yet playful representation of Batman and his villains. From clever references to pop culture to the emotional depth of Batman's loneliness, the script highlights how the film balances fun with real emotion. It also commends the voice acting and visual details, noting how it cleverly uses LEGO as both a medium and a storytelling device.

Takeaways

• 😀 The opening of the film is very meta, with numerous jokes, including a reference to Deadpool's unconventional style.
• 😀 The film is filled with Batman villains and references to their comic book and film versions, making it a treat for fans of the entire Batman franchise.
• 😀 Will Arnett's voice as Batman is so iconic that it can be hard to watch other films without hearing it in one's head.
• 😀 The movie plays with Batman's usual tropes, such as his emotional isolation and reluctance to acknowledge his need for help.
• 😀 Batman’s exaggerated skills and gadgets make him seem nearly invincible, which is in line with the film's approach to the character's persona.
• 😀 The film includes numerous pop culture references, jokes, and Easter eggs, with hidden details that only the most attentive viewers will catch.
• 😀 There’s a deliberate play on the dynamic between Batman and the Joker, referencing their complicated relationship in a humorous and exaggerated way.
• 😀 The film cleverly balances action-packed sequences with moments of humor and emotional depth, such as Batman's inner loneliness and reluctance to form bonds.
• 😀 A key theme in the film is Batman’s need to acknowledge his friends and allies, a lesson that is taught through his interactions with Robin and Alfred.
• 😀 The animation style is CGI that mimics stop-motion, giving the film a unique look that aligns with the Lego Universe aesthetic, yet still feels incredibly realistic.

Q & A

What is the significance of the corporate logos in the opening sequence of the film?

The corporate logos in the opening sequence serve as a meta-commentary, poking fun at the overuse and sometimes irrelevant nature of corporate branding in movies. It's a humorous way of setting the tone for the rest of the film.

How does the script play with Batman's iconic character traits?

The script humorously exaggerates Batman's traits, such as his cockiness, arrogance, and deep sense of isolation. It uses his history from various iterations of Batman lore, including the 1960s TV show, the Nolan Trilogy, and the New 52, to show how he embodies these complex characteristics.

What does the opening heist sequence represent in terms of Batman's relationship with his villains?

The opening heist sequence highlights Batman's complex relationship with his villains, especially the Joker. It reveals that Batman has a long-running rivalry with the Joker and sets up the emotional conflict of Batman not acknowledging his need for a 'Bat family.'

What is the underlying theme of Batman's lonely montage in the movie?

The lonely montage emphasizes Batman's isolation and emotional distance from others. The visual techniques, including the fading colors and his solitary walks, symbolize his struggle with pushing people away, reflecting his emotional void and loneliness.

How does the film use humor to make Batman's character more relatable?

The film uses humor to humanize Batman, particularly through scenes where his life is shown as mundane and imperfect, like struggling with microwave settings or choosing the wrong HDMI input. These moments provide a break from his usual stoic persona, making him more relatable and less one-dimensional.

How does the script incorporate references to Batman's past iterations?

The script cleverly incorporates references to different versions of Batman from comics, films, and TV shows. For example, the film references elements from The Dark Knight, Batman v Superman, and the classic 1960s Batman, blending these iterations to create a unique but familiar Batman character.

What is the significance of the Joker's desire to be caught in the film?

The Joker's desire to be caught plays into the film's parody of classic Batman tropes. His obsessive need for Batman's attention and his desire to be arrested reflect the complicated, almost romantic, nature of their relationship, akin to a twisted love affair.

What role does Alfred play in Batman's emotional journey?

Alfred serves as a guiding figure in Batman's emotional journey, particularly in helping him realize that he needs others. Alfred's disappearance into the mist symbolizes Batman's internal struggle with dependence and vulnerability, marking a turning point in Batman's character development.

How does the film balance humor with emotional depth?

The film balances humor and emotional depth by weaving in jokes and parodies of superhero tropes while also addressing Batman's deeper, more vulnerable side. The emotional moments, like Batman's fear of losing someone close to him, are tempered by comedic sequences, creating a unique tonal mix.

What makes the Lego Batman movie an accurate portrayal of Batman despite its comedic tone?

Despite its comedic tone, the Lego Batman movie accurately portrays Batman by staying true to his complex character traits: his arrogance, emotional isolation, and relentless drive to protect Gotham. The film also respects Batman's lore, including nods to various comic, film, and TV versions of the character, making it a faithful representation of Batman.