Batman's Eyes: To Glow or Not to Glow?
DC fans passionately discuss the iconic Batsuit and its potential alterations for the upcoming Batman film One particular topic causing debate is whether or not the character's white eyes should be included in the design Join the conversation and share your thoughts on this hotly contested issue
Fans are already speculating about the design of the DCU's Batman, despite limited information available. One aspect that has caught their attention is Batman's eyes. In the comics and animated adaptations, his eyes are concealed by white eye covers integrated into his cowl. However, this detail has not been consistently portrayed in live-action Batman movies, except in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight, where Christian Bale briefly dons white lenses attached to his cowl to see through walls. With news of a new DCU Batman entering the big screen as part of James Gunn's plans for the next phase of DC movies and TV shows, some fans are hoping for a departure from this trend.
Fans on the r/DC_Cinematic subreddit have suggested that the next live-action Batman should have expressive, moving eye lenses similar to those of Deadpool and Spider-Man. This would give the character a new and refreshing visual appearance, particularly in a more fantastical and upbeat universe. The use of comic book features, such as white eyes, could help differentiate the DCU Bats from other versions of the character, especially in comparison to a darker and more realistic Batman. Supporters of this design change have pointed to characters like The Mandalorian and Darth Vader, who have left a lasting impact and connected with audiences despite having completely obscured faces.
Some fans had reservations about the design change, particularly in regards to the live-action iteration of Batman with white moving eyes. Others were simply not fans of any live-action character design. One user commented on the design of Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool, stating that the character's exaggerated comedic nature was what made the design work. It remains to be seen if fan feedback will be taken into consideration for the next Batman film, or if the traditional thick layers of eyeliner will continue to be applied. Regardless, the Caped Crusader is sure to feature a unique design element that sets him apart from previous versions.
The Batman is available on HBO Max.
Source: DC_Cinematic/Reddit
