As a film enthusiast with a soft spot for the Dark Knight and his rogue gallery, I must say that the upcoming spin-off series featuring Colin Farrell as The Penguin has me thoroughly excited! Having rewatched The Batman recently to refresh my memory, I can confidently say that this new show promises to delve deeper into the complex world of Gotham City’s criminal underbelly.
Once more, Colin Farrell has dedicated numerous hours in a makeup room to immerse himself in the character of The Penguin. This notorious figure from Gotham City’s criminal underworld is set to star in his own spin-off series after making an appearance in 2022’s The Batman movie.
Even though Paul Dano’s character, The Riddler, was the primary antagonist in that film we mentioned earlier, Oz Cobbs also played a significant part in the movie’s events. As you prepare for the upcoming series, it’s essential to recall those key details carefully.
Keeping that in mind, let me share with you a summary of the key scenes from the movie, focusing particularly on those featuring The Penguin, so you can fully appreciate the performance without any worries about missing crucial details.
Read on for out recap of the events of The Batman.
The Batman recap: Everything you need to know before watching The Penguin
In a fresh spin-off from the Gotham universe, distinct from any prior DC movie productions, “The Batman” marked its debut. This new chapter featured Robert Pattinson donning the cape and assuming the mantle of the vigilante known as the Dark Knight. He was summoned to aid the Gotham Police Department in their investigation into a series of high-profile murders of influential figures within the city.
In this specific plotline, it’s the Riddler, portrayed by Paul Dano, who poses a threat, but it’s also revealed that the Penguin is part of Bruce Wayne/Batman’s probe. We come to know that he runs a nightclub called the Iceberg Lounge and serves as a lieutenant under crime boss Carmine Falcone.
A key aspect of Riddler’s terror campaign revolved around the enigma of a police informant, whose identity played a crucial role in apprehending Salvatore Maroni, the former mob boss who is currently imprisoned (portrayed in the recent series by Clancy Brown).
Initially, Bruce suspected the Penguin could be our source, but it soon became clear he lacked the necessary knowledge. Instead, we uncovered that Carmine Falcone had been the traitor – betraying Maroni and subsequently taking control of the drug trade, thereby solidifying his position as Gotham’s underworld leader.
As the movie concludes, Falcone is apprehended swiftly by the Riddler via a sniper shot. With Falcone now off the scene, a power void emerges, paving the way for the Penguin to climb higher in Gotham’s criminal underworld, setting up his rise to prominence as the main theme of the upcoming series.
The performance will additionally feature two offspring of Falcone, with Sofia Falcone (portrayed by Cristin Miloni) being a significant character. Fresh from Arkham Asylum, she poses the primary danger to the Penguin as he strives to reach the pinnacle of power.
Indeed, one significant motif in The Batman, consistent with most portrayals of Gotham, is the rot within key establishments. It’s revealed that numerous police officers were secretly on Falcone’s payroll. This detail undoubtedly has implications for the unfolding events of The Penguin.
In the movie’s finale, I helped orchestrate a series of car bombs that blew up the seawall surrounding Gotham, causing it to flood. As we jump back into the story two weeks later, the devastating impact of this catastrophe is still palpable and shaping our city’s future.
In terms of The Batman’s ending, it’s unlikely that the scene featuring The Joker, who was previously locked up in Arkham Asylum and is heard conversing with Batman at the very end, will impact the storyline of The Penguin. However, it’s possible this could be relevant in future movies, but not for the events unfolding in The Penguin series.
Right now, you can stream The Batman on Amazon Prime Video. Meanwhile, starting from Friday, 20th September 2024, The Penguin will air on both Sky Atlantic and NOW. To learn more about how to subscribe to Sky TV and catch these shows, click here for further details.
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2024-09-18 19:03