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Batman Movie Scenes That Shouldnt Be Deleted. Since he first appeared in Detective Comics 2. Batman has become a cultural icon. The Caped Crusaders cinematic history goes back to the film serials in the 1. Tim Burtons seminal Batman in 1. Since then, we have had a Burton sequel, two neon toy commercials, Christopher Nolans anti camp Dark Knight Trilogy, and several Batfleck appearances as the character stakes his spot in the Justice League and the ever expanding DCEU. One of the toughest jobs as a creative must be deciding what to keep and what to throw away. Many films like Star Wars and American History X have been saved in editing and knowing that what needs to be cut is just as important as deciding whats left in. Scenes can get cut for numerous reasons, be they pacing concerns or simply because the budget doesnt stretch that far. Batmans lengthy big screen history is jam packed with interesting alternate takes on the material, and we figured we should trawl through the archives and list some of the most interesting andor unusual scenes that didnt make it for one reason or another. With a new theatrical Batman film on the horizon, its time to pay tribute to the best Batman movie ever the animated classic, Mask of the Phantasm. What is the complete Batman movie series in order This is a list in chronological order of all movies in this epic trilogy. Here are the 1. 5 Deleted Scenes In Batman Movies That Should Never Have Been Cut. Batman Returns The Bat Shop introImage credit 1. Batman. comNobody is denying that Batman Returns intro is great. ND1JxFDY_k/UD7wNP-L5iI/AAAAAAAAEDc/IkBqgumZhxU/s1600/MS_11586.jpg' alt='Watch Batman: Mask Of The Phantasm Full Movie' title='Watch Batman: Mask Of The Phantasm Full Movie' />After the Cobblepot prologue and the Penguins baby basket being shown floating through the sewers to an extended version of Danny Elfmans fantastic theme, were all set up for Batman kicking the hell out of some circus goons intent on ruining Christmas. However, this could have played a lot differently. In the original script, the first shot after the opening credits was a close up of a Bat logo complete with heroic music sting. The logo would then be hit by snowballs and wed pan out to reveal its actually the sign of an in universe Batman shop, complete with all the Bat merch you could ever want, such as figures, an arcade cabinet and lunchboxes. The costumed firebreathing thug seen in the movie would then torch the establishment. In the finished cut, he sets fire to a standard toy shop instead. Had it been included, the Batshop intro would have probably been tonally at odds with the rest of the movie, but it could have worked as an opening gag. Batman Forever Two Faces Arkham Escape. When describing Joel Schumachers Batman Forever, perhaps the most diplomatic word to use is compromised. Studio heads wanted something a lot more family friendly read marketable after Batman Returns, and so the tonal lever was yanked back for the sequel, meaning that bright colors, jokes, and silliness were back on the table. However, digging into the movies deleted scenes, there is some evidence to suggest that a darker tone was originally intended. In the theatrical cut, after the opening credits, we have Val Kilmers Batman suit up and get in the Batmobile to rush downtown and stop one of Two Faces nefarious schemes in progress. Its all very Saturday morning cartoon y. In a deleted sequence, we open in Arkham Asylum. Dr. Burton enters Harvey Dents cell to find a guard tied up and gagged, a gaping hole in the side of the room and a message The Bat Must Die scrawled on the walls. The scene isnt particularly needed for the plot, but the tone of it is much darker than anything in the rest of the movie. Guess the studio heads figured that a Two Face Arkham Escape playset wouldnt be a big seller. The LEGO Batman Movie The Lollipop Chase. The LEGO Batman Movie is so full of fun gags, one liners, and references to the Caped Crusaders history that it practically demands multiple viewings to appreciate them all. However, one sequence that didnt make the final film concerns the Dark Knight voiced by Will Arnett overreacting to a very minor crime. In the cut scene, the Batcomputer reveals that Gotham is 9. This isnt enough for Batman, and he tears off in the Batwing after a pet dog named Lollipop who isnt on a leash a clear infraction of city laws. In the ridiculously over the top chase, the Caped Crusader destroys cars, explodes an oil tanker, smashes through an office block, and terrifies Gothams citizens by ripping off the roof of a subway train. Once Batman finally grabs Lollipop, the buildings behind them topple and fall like gigantic dominoes. Its a funny scene that could have easily found a place in the final product. Batman Bob Knife Fight. Jack Nicholsons Joker has a ton of goons at his disposal in the 1. Batman movie, but none mark themselves out as much as Bob, his number one guy. Watch Sanitarium Putlocker more. Bob Tracey Walter is mostly there for comic relief, but production photos and video reveal that he was originally slated to go one on one with the Bat and not run away like he does in the movie. Its tough to tell whether this was going to be a full fledged fight or whether it was just a demonstration for the assembled press, but it seems to suggest that Bob would have attacked Batman with a big knife at some point and the two would duke it out. Theres even a trading card featuring the scene, but alas, no real footage outside of the promotional stuff. Why should it have been included Because Bob was awesome. You dont get your own action figure complete with a sweet hat without having something special about you. Batman Mask of the Phantasm Grisly gravestone gravity. Its taken a long time, but finally people are coming around to the idea that the 1. Batman Mask of the Phantasm is an under appreciated classic. Its dark, violent, mature, and a great example of how Batman should be done. As uncompromised as the movie is, co directors Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski did receive some pushback on certain elements. In a recent interview, Bruce Timm detailed one sequence that was too much for Warner Bros. I think for instance one of the gangsters gets the tombstone dropped on him. It was staged in such a way that it was a little bit too gruesome for somebody. So we had to pull that back a little bit. Its important to note that this wasnt just a random bit of violence. Tombstones are a recurring motif in the movie, and it would make sense for a nameless thug to fall victim to one. People die all the time in Batman stories, and skimping on the nasty seems to run counter to what the world of the Dark Knight is all about. Still, fans of the movie have had much to celebrate since the film finally got an overdue Blu ray release earlier this year. Batman Forever The 8. Batman Mask of the Phantasm Gets HD Remastered Blu Ray This Summer. At long last, what many consider to be the greatest Batman movie ever made is coming to Blu ray. Thats right Warner Bros. HD remaster of Batman Mask of the Phantasm will be released next month. Previously, the very beloved animated feature had only been available on DVD, but now those who herald this movie as a truly great piece of Batman cinema can own it and watch it in a much better presentation than previously available. Princess Tutu Episode 11 English Dub. Warner Archive made the announcement that Batman Mask of the Phantasm, after quite a long period of time of fans requesting it, will be hitting shelves on Blu ray next month. The new remaster will include versions with both the original theatrical 1. And, for those who really want to do a deep dive on the HD remaster, a newly updated version of the theatrical trailer is also being included on the Blu ray. In case you need a little refresher, or you just want to get a little excited about the prospect of watching the movie in HD, Batman Mask of the Phantasm has Gotham Citys most feared gangsters being systematically eliminated, the Caped Crusader is blamed. But prowling the Gotham night is a shadowy new villain, the Phantasm, a sinister figure with some link to Batmans past. Can the Dark Knight elude the police, capture the Phantasm and clear his own nameUnmasking the Phantasm is just one of the twists in this dazzling animated feature. Discover revelations about Batmans past, his archrival the Joker and Batmans most grueling battle ever, the choice between his love for a beautiful woman and his vow to be the defender of right. Batman Mask of the Phantasm was given a theatrical release in 1. It only made 5 million, but that hasnt stopped it from becoming a true fan favorite over the years. The movie was done within the world of Batman The Animated Series, which many consider to this day to be the definitive adaptation of Batman beyond the comics. So, with that, we get all of the great bells and whistles such as Kevin Conroy as Batman, Mark Hamill as the Joker and quite possibly one of the best versions of the Batmobile ever. This movie also did something pretty amazing, in that, they created an entirely new, very compelling villain just for this movie, as opposed to dipping into Batmans very large and impressive rogues gallery, which would have been the easy thing to do. Nearly 2. 5 years later, Batman Mask of the Phantasm carries 8. Rotten Tomatoes, which is pretty impressive for a movie based on a kids TV show. Unfortunately, Warner Bros. Blu ray release, but that information should be coming very soon. Get those Amazon pre orders ready, everyone. In the meantime, you can check out the Blu ray box art for the upcoming release of Batman Mask of the Phantasm for yourself below.