The Ultimate Batsuit Evolution: How DC's Controversial Change Outshines Nolan's Original

Summary

Christian Bale's Batman has undergone a significant change with a new blue and gray Batsuit, but many fans are not pleased with the alteration.

The Dark Knight trilogy directed by Christopher Nolan effectively captured the iconic elements of Batman, particularly the impressive Batsuit.

Bale's Batman donned practical and realistic Batsuits in Nolan's films, which seamlessly fit into the grounded universe he established. The predominantly black ensemble contributed to the character's serious and formidable persona.

DC has revealed a new version of Christian Bale's Batman Batsuit, showcasing a blue and gray color scheme in honor of the character's classic comic book appearance. The alteration comes after Ben Affleck's Batman donned a similar Batsuit in The Flash. However, this change has not been well-received by Batman fans. See the reactions below on Twitter.

@Batman's original tweet showing the figure of Bale's Batman in a blue and gray Batsuit started the debate.

@wes_greer shared a The Office GIF to show he isn't a fan of the Batsuit change.

@brookstweetz goes straight to the point, saying, "Looks terrible."

@Stannn10 can't believe the change made to Bale's Batsuit.

@bartnot2412 appreciated the concept of aligning Bale's portrayal of Batman with the original comic version by incorporating the blue and gray Batsuit, but found the color scheme to be unsuitable in the end.

@TheCowThrower, on the other hand, expressed their fondness for the blue and gray color combination, albeit recognizing that it does not complement Bale's interpretation of Batman.

Barto Bardo sums up the fans' feelings with a GIF of Bale's Bruce Wayne asking, "Does it come in black?"

Why Nolan's Batsuit Made Sense In His DC Universe

Bale's portrayal of Bruce Wayne in Nolan's The Dark Knight trilogy showcased a contemporary adaptation of Batman's renowned suits, perfectly suiting the DC universe in which the films were set. While the trilogy introduced various adversaries and supporting figures from the Batman comics, Nolan's Batman movies always remained firmly anchored in reality, never delving into the fantastical realm of comic book storytelling.

The Batsuits worn by Bale's Bruce Wayne in his three movies are notably different from those of George Clooney's Batman, which notably featured Bat-nipples, and Ben Affleck's Dark Knight, who wore a more comic book-accurate Batsuit. Bale's Batman, on the other hand, sported Batsuits that were more believable and practical. Nolan's movies aimed to create a sense that someone with a similar financial status as Bruce Wayne could realistically construct their own Batsuit in the real world.

It made perfect sense for Bale's Batman to wear more practical Batsuits, considering that his world was considerably more grounded compared to the fantastical world depicted in Batman comics and other adaptations. The all-black appearance was also well-suited for Bale's Batman, as his version of the character was firmly established as a serious and intimidating presence. This effect would not have been as pronounced with the traditional blue and gray color scheme. Ultimately, while it may be intriguing to envision what Bale's Batman would have looked like in a blue and gray suit, his appearance in Nolan's Batman movies was the most fitting for that rendition of the character.

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