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Contrast this with The Dark Knight Rises, where the Batman vs. Bane fight was a visceral, emotionally charged encounter. It wasn’t just about physical strength; it symbolized Batman’s mental and physical exhaustion, and Bane’s desire to break Gotham. The brutal, weighty fight felt significant because it was rooted in the characters' journeys. Marvel’s battles, by comparison, often lack that emotional stakes, making them feel empty and disconnected from the story.