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Batman Merch: The Batman Files
There have been a number of document-based Batman features over the years. The Secret Files series DC Comics put out in the 1990s come to mind, but they were simple comic books. The newly released The Batman Files by Matthew Manning presents documents about Batman in a slick hardcover binder made to make collectors drool.
Top secret blueprints of the Batcave, Batmobiles, etc. Original Gotham City newspaper articles In-depth villain dossiers and Arkham Asylum psychiatric profiles File Printouts from the Batcomputer itself and much much more
Unearthed from the depths of the Batcave by Mathew K. Manning, The Batman Files begins with Wayne’s childhood drawings and continues along a time line of significant events in Batman’s life. Complete and authentic in every way possible, all of Batman’s friends and foes–from Poison Ivy, Catwoman, the Riddler, and Penguin, to the Joker, Batgirl, Mr. Freeze, and of course, Robin–appear throughout the dossier to provide a framework of the Caped Crusader’s entire career.
Completely outlining Batman’s war on crime, The Batman Files includes in-depth computer files, news articles, crime scene photos, blueprints, schematics, and actual maps of Gotham City that were collected, and in many cases even drawn, by the Caped Crusader himself.
High production values include black matte gilding, as well as a high-tech fabric cover–complete with a metallic Batman emblem to secure the secret contents within. Each detail of Batman’s life is carefully and faithfully detailed with the involvement of DC Comics inside The Batman Files–destined to be the must-have gift for every avid Batman fan and collector.
Of course, Batman fans who care what they get for their money have learned to be cautious before plunking down hard earned cash on anything with the DC Comics logo on it. “What Batman is this?” we might ask:
The presence of Zatanna listed among Bruce Wayne’s boyhood friends is a red flag, as it could mean Paul Dini’s influence. Having just been ripped off on Arkham City, I won’t be buying another high ticket item until I know for sure what I’m getting,” said a Facebook would-be buyer.
“I see Commissioner Loeb in one of the documents. That indicates Batman Begins/Christopoher Nolan continuity.”
“Sorry Pal, I see Tommy Elliot, Vesper Fairchild, this is definitely got major contamination from the comics, recent comics. Smart money says wait and pick it up used.”
(The listed cover price is $100 US but is already selling on Amazon for $54, less than the used copies available.)
There have been hardcover Batman merch over the years, mostly collections of short stories, such as the Forensic Files of Batman, which conveyed an astonishing amount of introductory forensic science in the form of Batman adventures which illustrated the World’s Greatest Detective actually acting like a detective, an aspect that sadly lacking in most Dark Knight fare.
The Dark Knight Rises Rumor and Speculation: The Batcave
There has been speculation about shooting locations for the Dark Knight Rises since February. Many locations we could only guess at, but we knew there would be a Wayne Manor exterior and interior, which turned out to be Wollaton Hall and Osterly Park. Likewise we know there must be a Batcave, exterior and interior. At this point it is all rumor, but one rumor from nerdeux is particularly well-argued and conspicuously well-photographed.
Alright so originally it was rumored that Nolan had been shooting in Wales, in a national park, using a particular waterfall as part of the exterior for a new Batcave. They went on to say the actual cave was located there as well.
Well now rumor says that Nolan will be filming in the Turda Salt Mines in Romania for interior shots of the cave, despite confirmation that Warner Bros. is already building a “small” Batcave set on a soundstage. Again, this is just rumor, but when you see these photos of mines as they are now you’ll agree that they could be a perfect stand-in for the cave. More »
The Dark Knight Rises stars Christian Bale as Batman/Bruce Wayne, Anne Hathaway as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, Tom Hardy as Bane, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Marion Cotillard, Joseph gordon-levitt, et al
Bane Mask, Other Batman Items coming up for sale in Movie Memorabilia Auction
Bane Mask, Batman and Robin 1997, Premiere Props Movie Memorabilia Auction
Don’t get too excited, it’s the Bane mask from the 1997 Batman and Robin, and only one of dozens of Batman-related collector’s items coming up for sale at Premiere Props’ Live Auction Extravaganza II July 30 & 31
Featuring over 1100 iconic movie and music memorabilia for an incredible 2-day live auction event. From Michael Jackson’s personally owned and worn Swarovski Crystal Glove, stage worn crystal riding helmet, fedoras and jackets, to Ringo Stars’ personal 1968 Cherry Apple Red classic Mustang with original pink slip to major props and costumes from Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Gremlins, Pirates of The Caribbean, Batman, The Ten Commandments, iconic dress worn by Sarah Jessica Parker in the feature film Sex & The City, Justin Bieber’s autographed jeans and so much more!
Among the stellar items for sale
Original Concept art: Catwoman’s Dressed to Kill episode from
Batman TV series (1966-1968)
Original Concept Art Catwoman Dressed to Kill, Premiere Props Movie Memorabilia Auction, July 2011
A production made full head lifecasting of Michael Keaton as Batman (1989)
A collection of original storyboards, many hand drawn, from Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman detailing The Joker’s parade.
1989 Batmobile: A large sized production made Batmobile casting for the radio controlled miniature of Batman’s car.
An original hand drawn sketch of the Batcave from the production of the movie Batman Forever (1995)
Production made, light up Riddler hat with electronics inside and the Riddler Cane Custom made for Jim Carey. Batman Forever (1995)
Batarang: A heavy solid steel production made Batarang from Batman and Robin (1997)
Bane Mask: An original screen used, foam latex, plastic and fiberglass mask worn by “Jeep” Swensen who played Bane
And the only item from a Christopher Nolan Batman movie:
A production made full head lifecasting of Christian Bale as Batman/Bruce Wayne, Batman Begins (2005)
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