I will always and forever cherish fan communities for all that they have to offer. The reverence and care they have for a material is undeniable but their creativity in pushing properties into new mediums and angles is nothing short of admirable.
Today marks another amazing entry in fan-created content as writer/director James Campbell has released Ripper, a Batman fan film that pits the world’s greatest detective against none other than Jack the Ripper, the infamous serial killer who stalked the Whitechapel district of London in 1888, killing five prostitutes and mutilating their bodies in horrifying ways. The video’s story is loosely inspired by Batman: Gotham by Gaslight, a one-off DC comic written by Brian Augustyn that was released in 1989.
There are a lot of amazing things about this fan film, including the fantastic set design, the great wardrobe, and the overall giallo feel that makes delightful use of color. However, I feel like the soundtrack didn’t fit the film. There’s definitely a place for retrosynth soundtracks, a lá Goblin or John Carpenter, but it felt very mechanical and cold compared to the warmth and antiquated look of “London”.
Still, this is 100% worth your time and I highly recommend giving it a view when you get a chance!
