Few animated series have left as indelible a mark on the superhero genre asDC’sBatman: The Animated Series.
With its noir-inspired aesthetic, mature storytelling, and career-defining performances, it remains a pinnacle of superhero animation.
One such episode was a mind-bending, introspective tale that Conroy later confirmed as his personal favorite.
The episode forces him to wrestle with that question in a way that feels deeply personal.
Seeing Bruce experience fleeting happiness, only to have it ripped away, makes for an emotionally devastating arc.
What makes Perchance to Dream even more remarkable is how it presentsa psychological battle rather than a physical one.
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Its a battle of willpower, not strength, and that makes it all the more compelling.
The episodes reveal adds a further layer of tragedy.
Conroys deep understanding of Batman and Bruce Waynes psyche allowed him to elevate the episode with his performance.
Some truly iconic stars came tantalizingly close to portraying classic DC characters.
If they had, they would have changed the whole franchise.
