Nirvana - Something In The Way | The Batman Soundtrack Guide

: Reeves modeled this Bruce Wayne after Cobain, seeing a "rock star" quality in Robert Pattinson that also felt deeply isolated.

Nirvana’s "Something in the Way" became the defining anthem of Matt Reeves’ (2022), serving as both a thematic anchor and a direct inspiration for Robert Pattinson’s reclusive portrayal of Bruce Wayne. The Creative Connection Nirvana - Something in the Way | The Batman Soundtrack

: Actor Paul Dano (The Riddler) also cited the song as a major influence on his character's psychological state. Musical Integration : Reeves modeled this Bruce Wayne after Cobain,

While "Something in the Way" appears as licensed music, its influence permeates the entire film: its influence permeates the entire film: