As a die-hard fan who’s spent countless hours delving into the dark alleys of Gotham City and its intricate history, I can’t help but feel a thrill of excitement when I see the DC Universe being reimagined in new and fascinating ways. The Penguin series on HBO is no exception, as it deftly weaves together elements from classic tales like “The Long Halloween” and “Batman: Dark Victory,” giving us a fresh take on familiar characters.
In theaters, Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” unfolded a grim, gothic crime narrative that selectively incorporated key elements from various tales throughout the Caped Crusader’s extensive lore. Unlike Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale’s beloved story “The Long Halloween,” Carmine Falcone (played by John Turturro) was slain by The Riddler (Paul Dano), rather than Two-Face as originally depicted. Similarly, the character of “The Penguin” in this film draws on and adapts other elements from DC Comics history.
The upcoming HBO series features Colin Farrell back on TV following his role in the highly praised “Sugar” on Apple TV+. It draws inspiration from the DC comics library created by Loeb and Sale, specifically the Batman sequel story in “The Long Halloween” and “Batman: Dark Victory.” This fresh show reorganizes significant events in Gotham’s dark past, focusing on Sofia Falcone, portrayed by Cristin Milioti.
Recently discharged from Arkham Asylum, Sofia finds herself shunned by her kin, having seemingly transgressed acts that led to her incarceration alongside characters like The Riddler (Paul Dano) and Joker (Barry Keoghan). Though the specifics of her misdeeds remain unclear, they were severe enough to warrant her the chilling moniker “The Hangman,” a title borrowed from the comics’ version of the character during “Batman: Dark Victory.” Notably, Sofia receives this title at a different juncture in the series compared to the source material, which could have significant implications for Oz and the Falcone family as the story unfolds.
What’s in a name? A lot when it comes to The Hangman
In the comic book series “The Penguin,” Sofia’s character has undergone an alteration compared to her presentation in “Batman: Dark Victory.” Unlike the version we see here, in “Batman: Dark Victory,” Sofia pretends to be wheelchair-bound following a fall out of a window with Catwoman during “The Long Halloween.” This deception places her low on the list of suspects when the Hangman murders begin. However, it’s eventually disclosed that Sofia is the mastermind behind these atrocious crimes and she is emulating her brother, who was unveiled in “The Long Halloween” as the Holiday Killer, a villain with a roster of victims who are all slain on particular celebratory holidays.
Any possibility of Alberto (Michael Zegen) embarking on a murder spree during the holiday season has been significantly reduced due to Oswald’s advice. Since Oz is working on pruning the Falcone family tree, it seems unlikely that the Holiday Killer’s crimes will occur in this world, if not by Alberto.
In “The Penguin,” it seems the tale is about to unfold, leaving room for speculation: Will the Hangman make his move in Reeves’ Gotham City, or could the Holiday Killer assume a new guise and bring trouble upon Oswald that even Batman won’t be there to handle? Make sure to mark your calendars for next week to discover the truth.
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2024-09-20 14:59