The Batman (2022)

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Batman Begins
Batman Begins (2005)1
 High and Low
High and Low (1963)2
 Se7en
Se7en (1995)3
 Zodiac
Zodiac (2007)4
 Taxi Driver
Taxi Driver (1976)5

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Influenced By

  1. Batman Begins (2005)
    "Matt Reeves' "The Batman" was influenced by "Batman Begins" in its noir crime thriller approach and grounded portrayal of the superhero, reflecting a darker and more realistic tone." All the Batman Movies, Ranked Eliana Dockterman TIME
  2. High and Low (1963)
    "Matt Reeves' *The Batman* features a set design and a deleted scene premise influenced by *High and Low*. The film's production designer revealed that Kurosawa's film served as inspiration for certain aspects of the movie." High and Low %281963 film%29 Wikipedia
  3. Se7en (1995)
    "Matt Reeves' *The Batman* has been compared to *Se7en* for its dark, atmospheric tone and the detective dynamic between Batman and Jim Gordon, reminiscent of the partnership in *Se7en*." The Batman: 7 Similarities With Se7en Ben Sherlock ScreenRant
  4. Zodiac (2007)
    "Matt Reeves' portrayal of The Riddler in *The Batman* was influenced by the Zodiac Killer, mirroring elements such as the costume, symbol, and the use of cryptic messages." Zodiac Killer in popular culture Wikipedia
  5. Taxi Driver (1976)
    "Director Matt Reeves cited "Taxi Driver" as an influence on his portrayal of Bruce Wayne, emphasizing the character's reclusive nature and inner turmoil. Reeves aimed to depict a more grounded and humanized version of Batman, drawing parallels to Travis Bickle's character." 'The Batman': Matt Reeves Was Influenced by 'Taxi Driver' and 'Chinatown' for His Caped Crusader Aidan King Collider