Is Batman Really the Hero the World Needs Right Now?

At the head of Hollywood’s nostalgia machine, Batman has steadily appeared and reappeared in pop-culture since its conception by Bob Kane for DC Comics in 1939. Some of this tragic hero’s most popular adaptations have come from Tim Burton, Christopher Nolan, and Zack Snyder, all of whom have attempted to create an authentic spin on the character.

The most recent adaptation is The Batman, created by Matt Reeves, which has recently caught some attention after the trailer was released in August. Many people are wondering: can Robert Pattinson, the man who stopped the hearts of preteen girls playing a sparkly vampire, really compete with his predecessors in the role of Batman and Bruce Wayne? Some people are arguing if Batman even needs a new adaptation.

I’d even argue that perhaps Batman isn’t the hero we need today at all.

Now, I know this is a turbulent topic, especially in the Comic-Book-Nerd community. How could I possibly denote the beloved vigilante who, despite his many recreations, has always represented hope and justice?

But what kind of “justice” is Batman serving?

Batman, or Bruce Wayne, is a billionaire who spends his fortune developing new weapons and tools to fight criminals. The only reason the police view him as a threat is that, quite…