1. Masculinity in Batman: The Dark Knight Rises
... frenzy, planes descend from the sky and destroy buildings, fires are started and mobs begin destroying the once lawful city. Escaping from jail, the Mutant Gang take to the streets claiming the night as their own. "Like in a western" (Miller, 175), Batman arrives once again to save ... being protected by Gordon's masculinity. In addition, women are often victims of sexual abuse or even murder. An example of this this is the assumed rape of Catwoman (Selina Kyle). Once a strong-willed and athletic superhero, she has greatly aged. She is tied up, beaten, and possibly raped. The ... only...
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