Did the Riddler turn himself in?

While for most of The Batman's runtime, the Riddler is one step ahead of the World's Greatest Detective, the villain turns himself in to the police right before the film's explosive third arc.

How did the Riddler turn into the Riddler?

Nashton concluded he would commit puzzling crimes and always fix the duel of wits between him and the law so he would always win. Donning a green costume covered with question marks, he turned to crime and set out to achieve infamy as the Riddler.

Did Riddler get caught on purpose?

But did the Riddler win? He was arrested, but that wasn't because Batman caught him. Nashton allowed himself to be caught by the police, and in a prerecorded video, he revealed that it was his plan all along. With the exception of Bruce Wayne, he was able to catch and expose all of his targets.

Why did Riddler turn bad in The Batman?

As it turns out, The Riddler is a product of intense childhood trauma. Though the audience isn't shown the details of the trauma, it's clear that this is a man that developed violent tendencies after a history of abuse and mistreatment.

Who was the Riddler laughing with at the end?

Stuck in Arkham, Riddler is understandably upset that his horrible plan didn't play out fully. However, he's greeted by a seemingly sympathetic fellow inmate (Barry Keoghan). We only see him momentarily, but his facial scars and creepy laugh hint at his identity.

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Why did Riddler turn himself?

After his main work was done, the Riddler had to turn himself in so that his story would become famous, and he would be forever a martyr to disgruntled people everywhere. As a master strategist, the Riddler knows his legion of followers need to see him sacrificing himself for the cause.

Why did the Riddler cry at the end?

Batman goes to Arkham and confronts him, but the Riddler tells him that he believes they've been working together to rid Gotham of corruption. Heartbroken that Batman isn't on his side, Riddler cries that this wasn't how it was meant to go and they were supposed to be "safe" in Arkham together.

What mental illness does Riddler The Batman have?

The Riddler in the films "Batman Forever" and "The Batman" may show signs characteristic of borderline personality disorder. The Riddler in "Batman Forever" reveals an unstable, incomplete identity characterized by chaos in his moods, actions, and self-concept.

Was the Riddler ever a good guy?

In Gotham Underground, Riddler commits his most heroic act yet. He saves Nightwing's life. The act of saving his former adversary's ward is a noble one.

What is Riddler weakness?

5. Weakness (Phobia/Psychosis): The Riddler has an intense obsessive compulsion for riddles and puzzles. When he commits a crime, he can't refrain from leaving behind a riddle.

How did the Riddler know all that stuff?

Throughout The Batman, the Riddler uses language that gives the impression that the Riddler knows something that others don't. His tricky clues stump most, allowing him to weed out those he deems smart enough to understand his message.

Who does the Riddler befriend?

Barry Keoghan is seen as The Riddler's new friend The Joker in The Batman's latest film. Matt confirmed that the character was indeed the Joker, seen only in one scene. Barry has now opened up about his portrayal of the Clown Prince of Crime.

Did the Riddler know he was Batman?

There's an irony to Riddler's not knowing Batman's true identity, because in that same scene he chastises Batman for not knowing the full extent of the plan, telling him something like, “You didn't see it?” There's a sense of disappointment, with Riddler even saying “Oh, you're really not as smart as I thought you were ...

Why is the Riddler insane?

As he chases Catgirl away from her robbery of the venue, the Riddler is rocked by a bomb detonation, the trauma re-awakening his psychosis. Cackling, rambling and insane, he terminates his contract with Cobblepot and disappears.

What was the Riddler trying to prove?

In The Batman, the Riddler doesn't want power, personal revenge, or to best Batman. He wants to expose a ring of corruption that has been squandering funds set aside for Gotham's most vulnerable.

What was the Riddler's goal?

The Riddler believes himself to be working to the same end as Batman, targeting the corrupt elites and the crime boss that put them in power, Carmine Falcone (John Turturro).

Is Riddler smarter than Bruce?

So is Ridder smarter than Batman? That's up for debate, but in the eyes of the Batman writer, that appears to be the case. It's not an outrageous claim, but the Dark Knight has a genius-level intellect, so it's definitely close if the Riddler is smarter overall.

Are the Joker and Riddler friends?

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Filmmaker Matt Reeves has confirmed the character is none other than the Joker, who strikes up an unlikely friendship with Edward Nashton/the Riddler (Paul Dano).

Why does Riddler scream?

Throughout the film, Riddler plants a series of riddles for Batman/Bruce to find, which lead to the disclosure of his identity. At the end of the film, Riddler was captured, taken to Arkham Asylum, and began to scream that he learned Batman's identity - himself.

Why was the Riddler so obsessed with Batman?

Since childhood, Riddler has been fueled by a compulsive need to prove himself as the smartest person in the room. He craves intellectual validation, and he believes Batman to be his only truly worthy opponent. That's the core of every crime Riddler has committed in Gotham.

Is Riddler Autistic Gotham?

So what's his diagnosis? Edward's persistent deficits in social communication and interaction—as well as his restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior and interests—point to autism spectrum disorder. And if that assessment is correct, his riddles could even be seen as a learned social interaction strategy.

What does Batman inject in his leg?

During the film's climax, Batman is shot in the chest by one of the Riddler followers, and is left unable to move. When Catwoman is attacked, Bruce takes out a suspicious green tube and injects it into his leg, which gives him a burst of strength and energy, which he uses to pounce on the goon and beat him to a pulp.

Why is Riddler in a mask?

Identity concealment: Edward Nashton uses a mask to conceal his identity, in order to keep himself from being recognized by cops and/or other criminals.