Batman Begins (2005) Codes and Conventions of a Superhero Film

Batman Begins (2005): Codes and Conventions

In Batman Begins it is evident that the film is part of the superhero genre because of the codes and conventions that can be found within the film.

One of these codes and conventions that can be found in the film is the typical backstory of the superhero and in this case it is of the death of Bruce's parents and how he has an ironic fear of bats. It also tells the audience why Bruce becomes batman which is to get revenge for the death of his parents.

Another feature that is common in the superhero genre is the different array of characters/character types some of which are: Hero (Batman) Helper (Alfred) Princess (Rachel) Villain (Scarecrow). These character types are always found in superhero movies so clearly point out to the audience that this is a superhero movie.

Additionally the costume of Batman is an obvious feature of the superhero genre and with the costume there is also a cape which has been used in superhero movies for centuries and a cape is a classic feature of superhero movies. Lastly it wouldn't be a superhero movie without a bit of action and that is why we see a car chase from when Batman is escaping the cops in the tumbler as he speeds to the Bat-cave to get the antidote for the Scarecrow's weird nerve gas thing that Rachel has inhaled. Also there is a fight scene between Scarecrow and Batman and to keep a bit of excitement Batman doesn't win the fight at first because it is too common and boring when the superhero wins straight away and it is also typical of the older generations of superhero films.

at the very end of the film the is also a clever hint towards the next film of the Batman genre which is a very good feature as it keeps the audience hooked and entices them back to pay to see the next film.