Talk:Batman in film/Archive 3

Does Suicide Squad count?
Does Suicide Squad count as a Batman film? If so, it isn't listed under reception and gross receipts in the article.
 * Dpm12 (talk) 22:08, 23 January 2018 (UTC)

Mystery of the Bat-Man (1939)
Where's this on the article? Mentioned here: http://comicbook.com/dc/2016/09/30/fan-trailer-friday-mystery-of-the-batman/
 * Dpm12 (talk) 22:12, 23 January 2018 (UTC)

Just how many times are we going to rename the section on Nolan's series?
It's been breaking links Wiki-wide for years now, and is totally unnecessary. We now have "The Dark Knight Series (2005–2012)". 1) Why would "series" be capitalised? 2) Why wouldn't it be "The Dark Knight Trilogy (2005–2012)", when the three films were released in a box set under this name? 176.251.212.218 (talk) 17:18, 7 January 2019 (UTC)
 * It's officially "The Dark Knight Trilogy". I've renamed the section. Lebrandze (talk) 18:42, 7 January 2019 (UTC)
 * I still think it should have its own article because it's a highly notable film trilogy in its own right. Just the Star Wars original, prequel and sequel trilogies. Charles Essie (talk) 21:18, 7 January 2019 (UTC)
 * Another example is the separate articles for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Charles Essie (talk) 21:18, 7 January 2019 (UTC)
 * Changed again, jikes. It might have been reasonable to merge in 2017, but this article is due for a split and this should definitely get its own article (and a much needed rewrite). I don't have the time to get on this now, but if anyone else want to take a crack, I'd gladly help out when I can.Sammyjankis88 (talk) 12:51, 1 July 2020 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 22 May 2019
The sub-section for "The Batman" in the DC Extended Universe (2016–present) section cites an interview from Matt Reeves that reads as follows:

"On August 2, 2018, Reeves appeared on a Television Critics Association panel and revealed many details about the film. He confirmed that The Batman is an original, noir-driven story and not an origin story. He also revealed that the script is nearing completion and that the film will be set in the established DCEU continuity."

The quote implies Reeves has confirmed that the film will take place in "the established DCEU continuity", however the source of this quote is more ambiguous, reading:

“There are ways in which all of this connects to DC, to the DC universe as well. We’re one piece of many pieces so I don’t want to comment on that except to say that I’m focused very specifically on this aspect of the DC world.”

The statement "He also revealed that the script is nearing completion and that the film will be set in the established DCEU continuity" should be altered as the continuity of this film has not been fully established with this citation. Due to the recent media reports regarding the casting of the project, the Batman in Film page should expect more traffic, meaning this information should be altered to prevent confusion. — Preceding unsigned comment added by 203.47.46.75 (talk • contribs) 03:54, 22 May 2019 (UTC)
 * Yes check.svg Done I've reworded to "the film will be connected to the established DC Extended Universe". NiciVampireHeart 14:41, 22 May 2019 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 23 May 2019
There are still issues regarding the film "The Batman" and it's status in the DC Extended Universe. The cited article states the following comment from the film's director, Matt Reeves:

“There are ways in which all of this connects to DC, to the DC universe as well. We’re one piece of many pieces so I don’t want to comment on that except to say that I’m focused very specifically on this aspect of the DC world.”

The previous version of the article cited this article with the following quote:

"He also revealed that the script is nearing completion and that the film will be set in the established DC Extended Universe."

This is inaccurate because Reeves not confirm the film's status in the DC Extended Universe. The article was then updated to the following:

"He also revealed that the script is nearing completion and that the film will be connected to the established DC Extended Universe."

This is still inaccurate as is doesn't reflect the ambiguity in the quote from the cited article. Reeves merely says there are "many ways" in the film connect to DC and the DC universe. He does not specially refer to the film universe, and DC and DC universe could mean something more vague as it's a broad term.

Please change "the film will be connected to the established DC Extended Universe" to reflect the ambiguity of Reeve's statement. 203.47.46.75 (talk) 00:41, 23 May 2019 (UTC)

This should be addressed. Quintinethan (talk) 05:17, 25 May 2019 (UTC)
 * Red question icon with gradient background.svg Not done: it's not clear what changes you want to be made. Please mention the specific changes in a "change X to Y" format and provide a reliable source if appropriate. – Levivich 01:31, 1 June 2019 (UTC)

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Addition in unconnected films
I've removed the addition of 2019's The Joker to this article. While Bruce Wayne - as a child - appears in this film, the character Batman does not. And what is this "DC Black" name? I am aware of the DC Black Label for mature comics (imo analogous to Marvel MAX), but it is original research to section title a DC film under such a heading....unless there is a RS that does this? Furthermore, I would argue that a far more incisive view should probably be addressed in terms of this article. A talking toy in Shazam! probably doesn't belong in this article either, as it is a deeply trivial addition, as per WP:INDISCRIMINATE. Thoughts? - Jack Sebastian (talk) 15:31, 22 October 2019 (UTC)
 * DC Black is the official name of the series Joker is intended to launch. Also, reliable sources to refer to Joker as being part of the larger Batman film franchise, so I don't think it should be removed. However, I'm all for removing Shazam!. JOE BRO  64  10:40, 23 October 2019 (UTC)
 * I would argue that "DC Black" is not the official umbrella for the film. Since its uncited addition back on 09/07/2017 by, one of the sources added to the Joker film content were what Todd Philips (Joker's director) wanted the movie to fall under; it was his pitch. No movement on that, so therefore, its synthesis. It is better left as "Outside the DCEU", its original section title.
 * Further, I don't think its a Batman movie; Batman doesn't appear in this film. In fact, there is more of an appearance by Batman in the Onstar commercials than in Joker. Yes, Bruce Wayne is in the film, but long before he put his parents in the ground and longer still before he donned the cape and cowl. For that reason, it is more accurate to not have them as part of this list. I'd add Pennyworth to that list as well. His parents aren't even together in that series.
 * Hell, even Gotham and Birds of Prey are more connected to the Batman franchise than Joker is. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 16:05, 23 October 2019 (UTC)
 * It's not SYNTH because reliable sources have confirmed that DC Black will likely be the name of the label, but I digress. However, just because the Batman persona doesn't appear doesn't mean that Joker isn't part of the Batman film franchise. That's like saying Shadow the Hedgehog isn't part of the Sonic series because Sonic's barely in it. JOE BRO  64  22:55, 25 October 2019 (UTC)
 * I get your argument,, but this isn't a Batman film - so it shouldn't be part of this article. It might be more fitting as part of the Batman franchise media article.
 * And the operative part of your statement about DC Black thing is the word "likely"; its something the director of one film envisions. It ain't a thing until we have several films in development. Every single fan geek editing here knows the heartbreak of Hollywood dreamers talking about all the things they wanna make and then nothing ever happens. Deadpool sweltered in development hell for over 15 years before anything was made. When there is a DC Black, then we can use it. Until then, its a pipe dream that we are crystal-balling into an attempt at wish fulfillment. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 06:24, 26 October 2019 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 24 October 2019
In the "Box Office Performance" section, please update the box office rankings, as they are currently outdated. For example, it lists The Dark Knight Rises as the #8 highest-grossing film and The Dark Knight as #14, when according to List of highest-grossing films, they are currently #29 and #43 respectively. 73.209.29.11 (talk) 02:47, 24 October 2019 (UTC)
 * Red information icon with gradient background.svg Not done: Please provide other sources for your edits. There is a policy (WP:REFLOOP) on using Wikipedia itself as a reference on wikipedia. Upsidedown Keyboard Twemoji12 1f920.svg (talk) 00:27, 13 November 2019 (UTC)
 * According to Box Office Mojo, The Dark Knight Rises is #29 on the highest grossing list, while The Dark Knight is #44.
 * Red information icon with gradient background.svg Not done: please provide reliable sources that support the change you want to be made. Interstellarity (talk) 23:39, 10 December 2019 (UTC)
 * The source I listed previously provides the rankings for the two films I mentioned.
 * Yes check.svg Done Eggishorn (talk) (contrib) 00:27, 16 January 2020 (UTC)

Semi-protected edit request on 13 November 2019
In the Batman Forever (1995) section we have "and Schumacher encountered problems communicating with Kilmer and Jones." which isn't what it stated by the source. This should probably read something like "and Schumacher found Kilmer and Jones difficult to work with" instead. 51.6.161.113 (talk) 19:23, 13 November 2019 (UTC)
 * ✅, thank you for pointing this out. Fish +Karate 11:52, 20 November 2019 (UTC)

"The Batman (2018 film)" listed at Redirects for discussion
An editor has asked for a discussion to address the redirect The Batman (2018 film). Please participate in the redirect discussion if you wish to do so. Kailash29792 (talk)  05:49, 15 November 2019 (UTC)

The Batman (2021) placement, other claims
I've removed the "Matt Reeves trilogy" bit from 'The Batman (2021)' entry under the 'Outside the DCEU' list of films. There is nothing in the statements that suggest or support that this film is part of a trilogy. Personally, I think its desperately ambitious (kinda like the post-credits promise of "Buckaroo Banzai will return in Buckaroo Banzai Against the World Crime League"), and not at all appropriate for an encyclopedic article, as per WP:CRYSTAL. Additionally, I am unclear as to why the film has been placed in the 'Outside the DCEU' section. Is there referenced material that explicitly states that this film is outside the DCEU? OF so, bring the reference. If not, take it out and re-section it with other upcoming projects. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 20:43, 21 November 2019 (UTC)
 * Update: I've re-sectioned The Batman (2021) under Future Projects. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 20:49, 21 November 2019 (UTC)
 * The most recent update regarding its status in the DCEU was either this month or last month, when James Gunn said that as far as he was aware it was still going to be set in the DCEU. This aligns with comments Reeves made in August 2018, when he said it would be set in the DCEU but wouldn't be completely reliant on it. The section should be moved back to the DCEU section. Also, trade reports indicate that Reeves will be making a full trilogy, so that should be added back. JOE BRO  64  00:23, 22 November 2019 (UTC)
 * It wasn't removed from the DCEU; it was removed from the section Outside the DCEU. As for the Reeves' stuff it shouldn't go back in until we have more than speculation to confirm it. Wikipedia is neither a fansite nor a fortune-telling device. When there is more than talk, we're good to go. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 03:36, 22 November 2019 (UTC)

I've had to revert another user twice (1, 2) now, as they wanted to remove the movie in development The Batman (2021) from the section called - you guessed it - upcoming movies. The user is adding it to the DCEU universe movies; there has been no cited connection within the article noting its placement within the DCEU (for the same reason, it was removed from the 'Outside the DCEU'). There simply isn't enough info or development to place it really anywhere but a section of its own. That's why, as per WP:BRD, their Bold edit was Reverted; one can only hope that they avail themselves of the Discussion page. Will that change? Undoubtedly, but since we don't have a crystal ball, we have to wait and see how this plays out. Thoughts? - Jack Sebastian (talk) 16:28, 25 November 2019 (UTC)
 * Actually, your edit to move it to the "Future projects" section was the bold edit. I restored it to the WP:STATUSQUO, and you reverted me. Please reinstate my edit and await until we gain consensus. Furthermore, see Draft:The Batman (film)—it's still a DCEU film. JOE BRO  64  16:50, 25 November 2019 (UTC)
 * Respectfully, I believe you have misapprehended BRD. The edit removing it from the now-defunct "DC Black" section and placing it in its section was several days ago - a considerable amount of wiki-time, without revert. Your edit, conversely, was removed within hours of its addition. You should feel free to build a consensus for your edit. I am not opposed to it; I just think that we do not have enough information at this time to make a determination.
 * Additionally, there is the simple fact that the film is still in pre-production. It's still filling its ranks with cast, which means that it isn't tha tfar along. We have only Matt Reeves vague comment about its presence within the DCEU to even hint that it might end up belonging in the DCEU list. However, after Joker, all bets are off. It might be there, it might not. We do not know yet.
 * And pointing me to a draft article answers the question asked by the editor int he section below, but until it becomes a live article, I'm not going to have it guide my edits in this article. You could always find a better source than Reeves' vague comment, but I think that's going to be a while before it shows up. We are not in a hurry.
 * I'd be interested in getting others' thoughts on this issue. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 17:09, 25 November 2019 (UTC)


 * I am again properly placing the 2021 Batman film back under the Future projects section. It has no real connection to the DCEU, and until we have irrefutable references to that fact, it doesn't belong anywhere else. We have time, there is no hurry and the sources noting its connecion to the larger DCEU are anecdotal at best.
 * I've offered you the opportunity to discuss the matter, as per WP:BRD. I urge you avail yourself of that opportunity. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 05:11, 12 December 2019 (UTC)
 * https://www.thewrap.com/the-batman-director-matt-reeves-clarifies-of-course-batman-will-be-part-of-the-dc-universe/ and https://heroichollywood.com/batman-matt-reeves-script-year-one. Also worth noting that James Gunn said on his Instagram that The Batman would exist in the same universe as The Suicide Squad, which is set in the DCEU, and Variety said that the cast is signed on to reprise their roles in future DCEU films. <small style="color:red">JOE BRO  64  11:39, 12 December 2019 (UTC)


 * I appreciate you taking the time to finally come to the discussion page to discuss your proposed edit to the article, . The link you provided does not explicitly state that the film is within the DCEU, only that it is of course within the DCU (ie. a Batman story about a character within the DC universe of stories). As the script is not yet complete - not to mention casting, filming, production, post-production, etc. - we have no idea what the final product is going to look like. I suspect, judging from Reeves' 140-character tweets, that he doesn't, either. We do not have explicit statements noting the presence of this film within the DCEU. Until then, we can not use a crystal ball to superimpose what we wish the film to be.
 * I have reverted out your bold edits twice now with regards to this matter. You do understand that you are supposed to build a consensus for inclusion once your viewpoint is challenged, right? I ask you now to spend your energy on building that consensus for inclusion, or simply wait until the upcoming film project advances enough that we can all see the true shape it is going to take.
 * Or initiate an RfC with regards to whether or not the film should be in one category or another. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 18:03, 12 December 2019 (UTC)
 * ...what? It's obvious he's referring to the DCEU. Stop citing CRYSTAL and OR too. Those do not apply here. It's a DCEU film. It's been confirmed by Reeves himself. <small style="color:red">JOE BRO  64  12:39, 13 December 2019 (UTC)
 * I hink you should reassess the quality of your source for that, TheJoeBro64. It is both vague and old enough that it predates almost all of the subsequent casting and development. The film is still morphong, and there is substantial reason to believe that its connections to the relatively underperforming Batman-related DCEU films (Batman v. Superman, Justice League) are tenuous at best. I would urge patience; we are not in a hurry, and there is no reason to EP:OR assume that a film as envisioned before production is going to be the same as the end product (The Snyder Cut being an exemplar of such). It is in fact fortune-telling to rely on a single, murky that tweet that is patently vague in how it is connected to the DCEU. Until we know for sure, we should not allow for UNDUE weight being given to the tweet. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 19:38, 13 December 2019 (UTC)

I'm gonna throw my two cents in here before I go to bed, I've been watching this now for a while. I think both of you make valid points, but I'm rather agreeing with Jack Sebastian. I agree that the 2017 article and Reeves' tweet is rather vague and outdated. He says "DC Universe," which does not necessarily mean DCEU to me. Plus there have been more recent articles that discuss casting changes, particularly the role of Commissioner Gordon, that complicates the notion of the film. I don't think it's a great disservice to have the film in a "future projects" section rather than "Outside the DCEU," and perhaps we can have the prose reflect the unclear status of the film in a more holistic manner. Etzedek24 (I'll talk at ya) (Check my track record) 07:26, 14 December 2019 (UTC)


 * I noted this elsewhere, bu there are in fact references that note - at the most recent writing - the film is not intended to be part of the DCEU (1, 2, 3, 4). Because the film is still in the sorting phase, that might change, but as of now, according to more sources than not, it isn't a DCEU film. To suggest it is misleading, as more sources than not suggest its outside the DCEU.
 * As such, it is more appropriate, given the uncertain placement of the film within the DCEU, that we move it to future projects. If that changes, we move it back. We have to keep things accurate, not just what we wish were true. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 20:34, 14 December 2019 (UTC)
 * I'm going to echo what Prefall said at the DCEU talk page—WeGotThisCovered and CheatSheet aren't reliable, and the other two are opinion pieces. Reeves' comments should take precedence over those. <small style="color:red">JOE BRO  64  21:02, 14 December 2019 (UTC)
 * Okay, could you point me to the precedent discussions where WeGotThisCovered and Cheatsheet were determined to be unreliable? - Jack Sebastian (talk) 01:04, 15 December 2019 (UTC)
 * Anyone can write articles for WeGotThisCovered, which creates a WP:USERG problem. I can't find anything in the way of editorial policy or writer credentials for CheatSheet, which isn't necessarily a dealbreaker but it doesn't make the site look good. <small style="color:red">JOE BRO  64  02:18, 15 December 2019 (UTC)


 * I m not finding that claim substantiated by the website. I am seeing editorial oversight, as per their 'About' section:
 * "Currently, the only original founder still on board is Matt Joseph, who runs the website as Editor In Chief. Helping him out is a team of dedicated editors and writers which now numbers close to 20. Though only eight years old, We Got This Covered is growing fast, with readers from over 225 countries around the world."
 * Editors means writers are edited. There is oversight. Do you think we need to Ask The Question at RSN? I didn't see any previous discussion about either site in their archives, but I have found that that doesn't often mean much. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 02:36, 15 December 2019 (UTC)


 * Addendum, both websites appear to have editorial oversight, and seem to meet other criteria that we use to establish reliability. And it bears out that opinion pieces, do not take precedent over the director, but that they have equal weight when balanced against the content of the director's comments and age of said comments. Weinstein claimed he was innocent and then was silent; meanwhile, reliable sources were addressing those comments' veracity. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 16:36, 15 December 2019 (UTC)
 * Maybe we should ask RSN about CheatSheet, because I've looked a bit more into it and it looks better than I thought. However, I still stand by what I said about WeGotThisCovered—it violates WP:USERG because anyone can write for the site. And they're always posting bogus "reports" with no evidence to back it up. <small style="color:red">JOE BRO  64  16:44, 15 December 2019 (UTC)

225 countries around the world? Aren't there around 195? MightyArms (talk) 20:23, 8 April 2020 (UTC)

The Batman (2021 film) as its own article
Based on the well sourced content, the casting near completion, the backstory and the intended plot (inspired by The Long Halloween) and filming soon to start I can say this article can be a standalone article and not a redirect. I mean The Suicide Squad (2021) already has their own article. --TDKR Chicago 101 (talk) 09:04, 25 November 2019 (UTC)
 * I've newly discovered that Draft:The_Batman_(film) has been in place for a little time. Why it has not gone live is anyone's guess, but if you want to work on the development of the article, that's where you can go. Whoever gets the article on Mainspace first, wins. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 17:23, 25 November 2019 (UTC)

Batman (2021) RfC
There is currently an RfC on the article discussion page for DC Extended Universe regarding the inclusion of the as-yet unmade Batman movie; to whit, is there notable, reliable sourcing that the film is within the subset of the DC Universe called the DC Extended Universe? More eyes and voices are always welcome. - Jack Sebastian (talk) 17:11, 15 December 2019 (UTC)