New fan art showsBatman: Caped Crusader’sOswalda Cobblepot in a style reminiscent of classic Batman comics.This iteration of the Penguin is unusual in that she’s female. Otherwise, she and her comic counterpart have a lot in common both aesthetically and personality-wise. They are both business people on the surface but crime bosses underneath.Though Oswalda’s version of the Iceberg Lounge is a missile-launching yacht, and she is a singer, so she might be just a bit cooler.Voiced by Minnie Driver, this version of the Penguin first appeared in theBatman: Caped Crusaderepisode, “In Treacherous Waters.”
In aTikTok video, artistritzy_biscuitdigitally draws a pop art character portrait of Oswalda. The speed-drawing features Ella Fitzgerald singing “Bill Bailey Won’t You Please Come Home,” the same song Oswalda sings during her introductory scene.The combination of the classic art style and jazz music evokes the Penguin of old, even if the image depicts the reimagined Oswalda.
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Oswalda Cobblepot Shares A Lot With Her Comic Counterpart
Though she is female,Oswalda still feels very much like the Penguin audiences know and somewhat tolerate.If anything, ritzy_biscuit’s art emphasizes just how similar she is to previous adaptations of the character. Like Oswald, Oswalda primarily wears a suit, top hat, and monocle. She has the villain’s iconic pointed nose and bigger build. The most significant aesthetic differences all correspond with gender and its associated differences in style.
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While the art only highlights design similarities between the two,the visual association of Oswalda’s Penguin with the comic book style emphasizes just how much she aligns with Oswald’s previous depictions.The creators ofBatman: Caped Crusaderfound a unique way to incorporate the Penguin without simply regurgitating the character that came before.
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The New Penguin Is A Fun Twist On The Classic Villain
Whether or not audiences click with every change,Batman: Caped Crusaderis dedicated to crafting a truly distinctive take on the Batman mythos. The Penguin’s reimagining into Oswalda is a fun way to change up her narrative while having a unique spin on the character. Additionally, ritzy_biscuit’s video draws attention to how the use of jazz further makes Oswalda fit in with the retro version of the Penguin. Oswalda is simultaneously a modern update and a comic-accurate adaptation of the classic Batman villain, which is definitely an impressive balance.
Batman: Caped Crusaderfundamentally changed most of its antagonists, from making Catwoman a socialite to removing the Joker from Harley Quinn’s backstory. By comparison, the changes made to the Penguin are rather tame. All episodes ofBatman: Caped Crusaderare now streaming on Amazon Prime.
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Wealthy socialite Bruce Wayne, transformed by tragedy, takes on the mantle of Batman to combat the rampant corruption and crime in Gotham City. His vigilante actions attract both allies within the GCPD and City Hall and deadly adversaries, leading to unforeseen consequences. The series delves into the noir roots of Batman, exploring the psychological depths of Gotham’s inhabitants.
