The Batman

The Batman (2022) features a diverse cast (e.g., Black actors as Gordon and Catwoman), but diversity serves the noir detective story without overt messaging. Themes of elite corruption and inequality exist, yet they're apolitical crime tropes, not progressive lectures. Riddler's "justice" crusade satirizes extremism rather than endorsing social justice. No identity politics, DEI preaching, or prioritization of inclusion over Batman’s gritty character arc and plot. Storytelling dominates.