Batman's Replacement for Alfred Is the Perfect Nod to Comics History

The Bat-Man: First Knight introduces Rabbi Cohen as Batman's confidant & moral compass, paying homage to Jewish creators. Rabbi Cohen fills Alfred Pennyworth's shoes in a gritty, unfiltered retelling of Batman's origins in DC Comics' new Black Label series. Batman and Superman's classic storylines often featured themes that further connected them to the Jewish community.
Warning: Potential Spoilers for The Bat-Man: First Knight #2!
Superhero comics have deep roots in Jewish culture and history, with many of the creators behind iconic characters, including Batman and Superman, having Jewish heritage. Bill Finger, Bob Kane, Jerry Siegel, and Joe Shuster are among the most notable of these creators. Now, decades after their initial comic creations, DC Comics has come full circle, subtly paying tribute to these creators with the introduction of Batmans replacement for Alfred Pennyworth.
Batman sees Rabbi Cohen not just as a friend but also as a trusted confidant and moral compass,...
Warning: Potential Spoilers for The Bat-Man: First Knight #2!
Superhero comics have deep roots in Jewish culture and history, with many of the creators behind iconic characters, including Batman and Superman, having Jewish heritage. Bill Finger, Bob Kane, Jerry Siegel, and Joe Shuster are among the most notable of these creators. Now, decades after their initial comic creations, DC Comics has come full circle, subtly paying tribute to these creators with the introduction of Batmans replacement for Alfred Pennyworth.
Batman sees Rabbi Cohen not just as a friend but also as a trusted confidant and moral compass,...
- 5/17/2024
- by Taylor Blake Forsberg
- ScreenRant
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