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Behind the Bastards

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Anarchists and the Collapse of the Economy

The chapter discusses the portrayal of supervillains in Christopher Nolan's movies, emphasizing the idea that these villains are primarily anarchists who believe in the inherent evil of human nature. It explores how the collapse of the economy in 2008 shifted the perception of villains, with bankers and finance managers being seen as the real villains. The chapter also questions the ability of superhero universes to fully address the political situations depicted.

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