the psychological complexity and philosophical debates in watchmen, is one of the reasons it stands the test of time, Alan moore managed to raise the bar for the comic book medium at that time, even though some people didnt learned the good lessons from that book. I am really hoping to see how in doomsday clock, this differences in views will be handled, since the dcu has very significant different views , and it would make a great story if they are contrasted properly. kudos for the video.
Totally agree with you. Imagine if they could get Alan to write a prequel or a sequel. But it is what it is. Hope Johns and Frank studied watchmen and deliver a well thoughtout story.
Always enjoy your content. I'm a driver so I really enjoy your narration. Puts me there even without actually viewing the video. Keep up the great work
COOPSTOP i would love to him to move to a more podcast way, i get his stuff in my podcatcher throug rss but still it opens a youtube app and stuff, if he made it to work better in podcast would be cool
Rob, this is some of the absolute best commentary you have ever produced. I know the story lends itself to this type of analysis, you gave it depth and respect. I very much enjoyed it.
Indeed. It's basically Walter Smith: 'kovacs' (kovács to be precise) simply means 'smith' in hungarian - which really surprised me when I first read Watchmen. I'd love to find out how Alan Moore got the inspiration for the character.
Balloushop13 watchem its a great story but the characters arent made to be good characters ( in the good category of doing good not in the good story telling way, in that way they are all great), the only maybe good persons in this story are the bystandars like the kid who reads the pirate comics
matias Neptuniano agree they are good characters but not good heroes, thats was the point of watchmen that many people didnt get, how scary would be to have this people running the show.
matias Neptuniano there not supposed to be good characters, but rorschach is still the best. He stuck to his beliefs, whereas the others were liars and hypocrites. Rorschach has a brutal horrible nature, but was right in the long term
Hey Rob, this vid was a very heavy one. i appreciate you're tackling of real world issues and how graphic novels are a window into the worst parts as much as it is an escape from them.
Interesting fact: The murder of Kitty Genovese was a real incident that happened in New York. Psychologists still use it as the prime example of the Bystander effect.
Making Malcolm Long’s son the 2nd Rorsach is genius writing. Because malcolm long and rorsach were polar opposites. But rorsach by the end influenced malcolm so much that malcolm was developing the same perspective that rorsach had. Very cool writing
Rob I've been watching TH-cam for like 20 minutes this morning and had no idea my roommate was on the floor. I put on this video and he wakes up for long enough to tell me to put on headphones. Nothing wakes up this dude but my shitty phone at 50% vol and your voice woke him up XD
The Kitty Genovese murder is something that really happened in the 60's. Moore used a real life example of how shitty and indifferent people can be when it comes to the suffering of others to show how someone like Rorschach can be born.
I appreciate the "yeah" there. The sarcasm in it was hilarious. It's like you said it "like dog gone it I'll say this just because if I don't say it you guys are going to get on my case. But just know...I don't want to say it."
Man, I am *loving* The Watchmen, this story is soo cool. Just to see the psychological nature behind Rorschach, behind the story itself, is so intriguing.
incredible analysis Rob! i always enjoy all of your videos keep it up! between you and comicstorian i became fascinated by dc and marvel comics! thank you so muchand keep it going!!!
Rorschach is/was the best Watchman! Please do a "what if" video of lantern rings in the Watchmen universe!! What ring would Rorschach have?! Any opinions?!
hard question, blue, not a chance since he has lost all hope in humanity pink, dont think so since he has never experienced love and thus does not know how to channel the emotion red, no because he is not angry, just dissapointed orange, nope because he is not greedy indigo, idk he doesnt seem to be a compassionate person so probably not yellow, possibly but for the same reason batman does not have a yellow ring he probably wont willpower, possibly but for the same reason batman does not have a green ring he probably wont he uses fear but he has strong willpower to 'stem the tides' in a war that he already knows is lost, similar to how batman uses fear but has strong willpower to not cross the line and kill villains he knows are irredeemable.
Rob! absolutely love your channel! thought by the way you reference it you may not know, the "inkblot test" the psychiatrist is giving Rorschach, is the Rorschach, thats the whole point of his mask/name and what not. The name of the psychological test composed of inkblots is the Rorschach. You may totally know that, just thought it would be fun to say, "the psychiatrist is giving Rorschach the Rorschach
TheEvilCommenter The Emperor Joker Omega Level video covers this. In the comic Mxyzptlk thought what if I give Joker 1% of my power and then Joker tricked him into revealing his real name and got 99% of Mxyzptlk power. It just shows how powerless the heroes would be if Mxyzptlk didn’t choose to be a goofy prankster
hey rob great vid as always. I also have a suggestion for a good vid, a question and answer vid where u answer questions on the comics u have done that people have. For example i have a question on the vid u did about dr manhattan vs dr strange and said there seems to be no magic in watchmen that's why he would lose, but i believe the character Edgar Jacobi has magical powers. ultimately is he using real magic?
Whenever I read Watchmen I can't help but use these voices for each Rorschach = Solidsnake Ozymandias = Xemnas Night owl = Otacon Dr.Manhattan = movie Dr.Manhattan The Comedian = Magneto (Xmen vs street fighter) Silk Spectre = Batgirl (Batman TAS) It just fits them so well (for me at least)
The Kitty Genovese story (the part where she was murdered and everyone watched but did nothing) was a myth but it was common belief when the comic was set.
love this channel, bro. I skip tons of the other subscriptions, but I don't miss too much of this one. ohhhhh I haven't seen nothing on Dr doom in a while. what do you think mcu would do with him, fantastic 4? oh and marvel vs Capcom lol. hopefully they stop treating x-men fantastic 4 like step children.
Can you do a review of watchmen the movie? I know it would be different for a change but it might be like does X-Men and teen Titans standing the test of time
And yet I got more enjoyment out of watching Watchman than any of the recent DC films, I've read the comic too and I thought it was adapted pretty well, you're welcome to your opinion though.
can you do a video of the most badass moments in comics? I know, too easy right? but still... comparing different comics based on 'most badass' or 'best fights' or 'worst betrayals', etc... it'll help people find the types of stories or incounters they prefer and want to read next.
You forgot to mention that the Kitty Genovese incident actually happened in real life. Its mentioned in boondock saints too, and is one of the worst examples of group think we have.. The most common excuse? They all thought someone else would call the police or do something.
I've been rocking with Rob since he started covering infinity gauntlet years ago. I said in jest cuz I love his videos so let me ask you then. Why exactly did you feel the need to be a dick? Compensating for a lack in that area perhaps? Go do your homework please thanks
Lil when watchmen came was about to be released I read the full comic it's nice to be ahead of @Rob for a change and actually how Rob goes about his job explaining ^^
12:30 You skipped a step. Doctors know what the original healthy state of a human is, because they studied it, from there they can find out what is wrong with the patient. They seek to restore a person's health. You can't do that without knowing what the ideal or close to ideal state is. Chaos would be normal if there was no underlying concept of order.
Genovese ran toward the front of the building, and Moseley ran after her, overtook her, and stabbed her twice in the back. Genovese screamed, "Oh my God, he stabbed me! Help me!" Several neighbors heard her cry, but only a few of them recognized the sound as a cry for help. When Robert Mozer, one of the neighbors, shouted at the attacker, "Let that girl alone!"[21] Moseley ran away and Genovese slowly made her way toward the rear entrance of the building,[7] seriously injured and out of view of any witnesses.[21] Witnesses saw Moseley enter his car, drive away, and return ten minutes later. Shadowing his face with a wide-brimmed hat, he systematically searched the parking lot, the train station, and an apartment complex, eventually finding Genovese, who was barely conscious and lying in a hallway at the back of the building, where a locked door had prevented her from going inside.[11] Out of view of the street and of those who may have heard or seen any sign of the initial attack, Moseley stabbed Genovese several more times before raping her, stealing $49 from her, and running away again.[21] The attacks spanned approximately half an hour, and knife wounds in Genovese's hands suggested that she attempted to defend herself from him. A neighbor, Sophia Farrar, found her shortly after and held her in her arms.[22]
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"Rorschach is put through this sort of ink blot test". If only they had a name for those kind of tests...
_ Drake They do. It’s called the Walter Kovac test.
😂😂😂😂😂
I thought the same thing lol
_ Dr_Ake sr
the psychological complexity and philosophical debates in watchmen, is one of the reasons it stands the test of time, Alan moore managed to raise the bar for the comic book medium at that time, even though some people didnt learned the good lessons from that book. I am really hoping to see how in doomsday clock, this differences in views will be handled, since the dcu has very significant different views , and it would make a great story if they are contrasted properly. kudos for the video.
Totally agree with you. Imagine if they could get Alan to write a prequel or a sequel. But it is what it is. Hope Johns and Frank studied watchmen and deliver a well thoughtout story.
Perfectly summed up thoughts.
Always enjoy your content. I'm a driver so I really enjoy your narration. Puts me there even without actually viewing the video. Keep up the great work
Does anyone know about Rob's audio books? I'm pretty sure he has them although I don't know entirely.
Oh
chad jacobs he does a great job at narration, he could do podcasts just as good or better even, and I'd love it just the same
COOPSTOP i would love to him to move to a more podcast way, i get his stuff in my podcatcher throug rss but still it opens a youtube app and stuff, if he made it to work better in podcast would be cool
Hmm yeah
Im reading watchmen for the first time, and after every issue I come watch one of your videos. Thank you for awesome content
Thank you sir for doing all you do for my entertainment on a daily basis.
I know there is some differences between the movie and the book...
But I really do think the movie is better then it gets credit for being
Erik 🔔
The comic is much better
Rob, this is some of the absolute best commentary you have ever produced. I know the story lends itself to this type of analysis, you gave it depth and respect. I very much enjoyed it.
Korvaks... grinds my gears so much. There is no R in Kovacs... it is pronounced Kovaach.
Indeed. It's basically Walter Smith: 'kovacs' (kovács to be precise) simply means 'smith' in hungarian - which really surprised me when I first read Watchmen. I'd love to find out how Alan Moore got the inspiration for the character.
Always makes me think of Korvac from Marvel.
James Zetterman
Same
Warshach does the same thing
Loving this series and how you philosophically break the characters apart, it really blows my mind. Also really looking forward to part 5 soon!
I appreciate the fact Rob actually attempts to keep some mystery in these sorts of stories
Is there a part 5? I love this video series so far. Watchmen is amazing
Rob, love ya like a brother, there is no "R" in Kovacs.
Really enjoyed this story so far. I was wondering where part 5 is? I cant seem to find it. Have you stopped making these?
Rorschach is the best Watchman.
Balloushop13 watchem its a great story but the characters arent made to be good characters ( in the good category of doing good not in the good story telling way, in that way they are all great), the only maybe good persons in this story are the bystandars like the kid who reads the pirate comics
matias Neptuniano agree they are good characters but not good heroes, thats was the point of watchmen that many people didnt get, how scary would be to have this people running the show.
S2116518M1141scool there is people who romantice the joker harley relationship, people do not understand what they read hah
matias Neptuniano there not supposed to be good characters, but rorschach is still the best. He stuck to his beliefs, whereas the others were liars and hypocrites. Rorschach has a brutal horrible nature, but was right in the long term
That's the problem. The dilemma. What is wrong. What is right. It's not about who could do more wrong.
I forgot about how Rorschach's story played out and this video brought it all back. Keep up the good work.
‘Inkblot’ test is the RORSACH test!
Hey Rob, this vid was a very heavy one. i appreciate you're tackling of real world issues and how graphic novels are a window into the worst parts as much as it is an escape from them.
the Kitty Genovese murder really happened though :(
Interesting fact: The murder of Kitty Genovese was a real incident that happened in New York. Psychologists still use it as the prime example of the Bystander effect.
Making Malcolm Long’s son the 2nd Rorsach is genius writing. Because malcolm long and rorsach were polar opposites.
But rorsach by the end influenced malcolm so much that malcolm was developing the same perspective that rorsach had. Very cool writing
Rob I've been watching TH-cam for like 20 minutes this morning and had no idea my roommate was on the floor. I put on this video and he wakes up for long enough to tell me to put on headphones. Nothing wakes up this dude but my shitty phone at 50% vol and your voice woke him up XD
The Kitty Genovese murder is something that really happened in the 60's. Moore used a real life example of how shitty and indifferent people can be when it comes to the suffering of others to show how someone like Rorschach can be born.
"Woman of the Night"
That's sort of a throwback to the detective books, comics and movies of the 30s-50s Rob.
videos like this is why i watch. i read this comic. but your analysis is so spot on, i could listen to this over and over again.
I appreciate the "yeah" there. The sarcasm in it was hilarious. It's like you said it "like dog gone it I'll say this just because if I don't say it you guys are going to get on my case. But just know...I don't want to say it."
Man, I am *loving* The Watchmen, this story is soo cool. Just to see the psychological nature behind Rorschach, behind the story itself, is so intriguing.
We gotta curate your music to better mirror the content. Past that thank you for the detailed breakdowns
rorschach is one of the coolest realest characters in comics
A really eye-opening analysis; thank you for this Rob!
Not sure which phrase tickled my fancy more: "touched naughty bits" or "whole other kettle of beans." Both were just fantastic.
incredible analysis Rob! i always enjoy all of your videos keep it up! between you and comicstorian i became fascinated by dc and marvel comics! thank you so muchand keep it going!!!
Damn it Rob you did it again! These videos are definitely one of the best parts of my week!
Rorschach is/was the best Watchman! Please do a "what if" video of lantern rings in the Watchmen universe!! What ring would Rorschach have?! Any opinions?!
YeaItsMeMatt yellow ring
Kenneth Martin more like red lantern
He does use fear doesn't he? What ring would The Comedian have?
He'd have a red lantern ring
hard question,
blue, not a chance since he has lost all hope in humanity
pink, dont think so since he has never experienced love and thus does not know how to channel the emotion
red, no because he is not angry, just dissapointed
orange, nope because he is not greedy
indigo, idk he doesnt seem to be a compassionate person so probably not
yellow, possibly but for the same reason batman does not have a yellow ring he probably wont
willpower, possibly but for the same reason batman does not have a green ring he probably wont
he uses fear but he has strong willpower to 'stem the tides' in a war that he already knows is lost, similar to how batman uses fear but has strong willpower to not cross the line and kill villains he knows are irredeemable.
Do you have a podcast or something? Just listening to your voice on about comic books and the nature of good storytelling is such a delight.
5:41 "We both looked into the abyss. But when it looked back at us you blinked"
Mannn watching this scene in the watchmen movie was amazin. Rorschach's my fav watchman i appreciate it. Great video as always
Hey Rob still waiting on that invitation from Reed Richards
Malcolm Long is the new Rorschach in the DC Comics
It's malcolm's son.
Original intro is the best
Wow this one of the best stories ive heard on this channel. Just wow.
Currently watching this while waiting in the parking lot of the comic book store for them to open at 12 and doomsday clock 3 to be on sale
I really liked this explanation Rob, thank you
There's a lot of Alan Moore in Rorschach. These concepts and points of view are constant in Moore's works
Great job ! You are killing it lately brother.
Never was a fan of watchmen but I respect the psychological of it.
Rob! absolutely love your channel! thought by the way you reference it you may not know, the "inkblot test" the psychiatrist is giving Rorschach, is the Rorschach, thats the whole point of his mask/name and what not. The name of the psychological test composed of inkblots is the Rorschach. You may totally know that, just thought it would be fun to say, "the psychiatrist is giving Rorschach the Rorschach
just fell in LOVE with RORSCHACH. thanks to you ROB.
Do a beyond Omega level for Mxyzptlk.
TheEvilCommenter
The Emperor Joker Omega Level video covers this. In the comic Mxyzptlk thought what if I give Joker 1% of my power and then Joker tricked him into revealing his real name and got 99% of Mxyzptlk power. It just shows how powerless the heroes would be if Mxyzptlk didn’t choose to be a goofy prankster
Jack Boy Mxyplitix has more experience than joker
PANTHOR109 Tha best
Then let’s refer to World’s Funniest but I don’t think that’s canon
hey rob great vid as always. I also have a suggestion for a good vid, a question and answer vid where u answer questions on the comics u have done that people have. For example i have a question on the vid u did about dr manhattan vs dr strange and said there seems to be no magic in watchmen that's why he would lose, but i believe the character Edgar Jacobi has magical powers. ultimately is he using real magic?
This is probably the best breakdown of Rorschach's history I've watched. That being said, there is no "R" in Kovacs.
Awesome video bro. Keep up the amazing work.
Really beautiful video Rob.
Whenever I read Watchmen I can't help but use these voices for each
Rorschach = Solidsnake
Ozymandias = Xemnas
Night owl = Otacon
Dr.Manhattan = movie Dr.Manhattan
The Comedian = Magneto (Xmen vs street fighter)
Silk Spectre = Batgirl (Batman TAS)
It just fits them so well (for me at least)
The Kitty Genovese story (the part where she was murdered and everyone watched but did nothing) was a myth but it was common belief when the comic was set.
Where's Part 5?
love this channel, bro. I skip tons of the other subscriptions, but I don't miss too much of this one. ohhhhh I haven't seen nothing on Dr doom in a while. what do you think mcu would do with him, fantastic 4? oh and marvel vs Capcom lol. hopefully they stop treating x-men fantastic 4 like step children.
The world can be a better place but I don't wanna miss robs videos😂
I still like the movie death better. That line setup DOGS GET PUT DOWN!!
There is always hope for humanity...always
There is ink that you can put into fabric that can change the shapes you lay around . Commonly know as disappearing ink,
Oh Walter I felt so sorry for him his Origin Touched my heart hey rob did you never read a comic that made you cry
Love the movie Watchmen. After watching it like 20x lol.
do a part 5
Can you do a review of watchmen the movie? I know it would be different for a change but it might be like does X-Men and teen Titans standing the test of time
If that happens it wouldn't be at least until they finish the comic version for obvious spoiler reasons but I agree I'd like to see it.
The movie doesn’t stand the test of time. Done
Jorge Vazquez must be a marvel fan that's afraid of the dark or movies that aren't comedies
Luke Akers actually my favorite super hero films are Spider-Man 2 dark knight and Logan. I just don’t like shitty adaptations
And yet I got more enjoyment out of watching Watchman than any of the recent DC films, I've read the comic too and I thought it was adapted pretty well, you're welcome to your opinion though.
I never understood when I read Watchmen why moloch's ears are pointy. Is it ever explained in Before Watchmen?
How often do you post the watchmen DC crossover series? I love it
great vid man, question, did you ever cover that ultron tryin to take over the universe story?
Having seen this, I now thing that the Watchmen movie is a bit better than I thought it was.
Bro's I own this book and it is amazing read, especially with the side chapter bullets. Just tons of lore building around and great writing.
Stopped watching The Rundown Luke Cage vs Dr. Doom for this.
As always, great vid and thanks for the insight!
Yeeeeeeeeeeaaaah!!! Peace!
Sounds like a defeatist concept of the world.
Always enjoy your content too
Yeahhh. .. there's no R in Kovac. Makin my eye twitch man.
Yep, Korvac is a totally different character.
can you do a video of the most badass moments in comics? I know, too easy right? but still... comparing different comics based on 'most badass' or 'best fights' or 'worst betrayals', etc... it'll help people find the types of stories or incounters they prefer and want to read next.
We need people like this in real life
Great Video, Rob!
what do you think they will be doing for the Watchman TV show vs the movie?
You forgot to mention that the Kitty Genovese incident actually happened in real life. Its mentioned in boondock saints too, and is one of the worst examples of group think we have.. The most common excuse? They all thought someone else would call the police or do something.
Roll call, Rob Corp.
Maaaann lemme tell u something man... Rob corps man. FAN BOY! Yeah! Best thing coming out of DC rebirth!
Justin Last .i don't know buddy, was that what I caught from your mom? 🤔
I've been rocking with Rob since he started covering infinity gauntlet years ago. I said in jest cuz I love his videos so let me ask you then. Why exactly did you feel the need to be a dick? Compensating for a lack in that area perhaps? Go do your homework please thanks
Now THAT was kinda funny hahaha! Much better than being a dick. Ty
I just hope she threw out the ear of corn I used..oh u ate that? Oh boy .. uh sorry lol
Justin Last with your food stamp card I thought you knew
Lil when watchmen came was about to be released I read the full comic it's nice to be ahead of @Rob for a change and actually how Rob goes about his job explaining ^^
Rorschach isn't locked in there with them; they are locked in their with him.
Do the conclusion to the Watchmen series pleaseeeeeeeeee
Fuuuuck man, that's some heavy shit right there. You know shit like this happens all the time somewhere in the real world right now too.
Sorry to be that guy but it's Kovacs not korvacs
12:30 You skipped a step. Doctors know what the original healthy state of a human is, because they studied it, from there they can find out what is wrong with the patient. They seek to restore a person's health. You can't do that without knowing what the ideal or close to ideal state is. Chaos would be normal if there was no underlying concept of order.
Spoil spoil spoil spoil spoillery spoiler. Take that "Rob."
This was awesome and all but I can’t wait till February so we can get back to METAL!!!!
You ever finish these?
That was nice rob good job
Watchmen movie did a very good job on his backstory
One of my favorite watch men
Rorschach vs daredevil
Chris Moreno NO CONTEST LMAO
DD WOULD SMOKE HIM LMAO
Genovese ran toward the front of the building, and Moseley ran after her, overtook her, and stabbed her twice in the back. Genovese screamed, "Oh my God, he stabbed me! Help me!" Several neighbors heard her cry, but only a few of them recognized the sound as a cry for help. When Robert Mozer, one of the neighbors, shouted at the attacker, "Let that girl alone!"[21] Moseley ran away and Genovese slowly made her way toward the rear entrance of the building,[7] seriously injured and out of view of any witnesses.[21]
Witnesses saw Moseley enter his car, drive away, and return ten minutes later. Shadowing his face with a wide-brimmed hat, he systematically searched the parking lot, the train station, and an apartment complex, eventually finding Genovese, who was barely conscious and lying in a hallway at the back of the building, where a locked door had prevented her from going inside.[11] Out of view of the street and of those who may have heard or seen any sign of the initial attack, Moseley stabbed Genovese several more times before raping her, stealing $49 from her, and running away again.[21] The attacks spanned approximately half an hour, and knife wounds in Genovese's hands suggested that she attempted to defend herself from him. A neighbor, Sophia Farrar, found her shortly after and held her in her arms.[22]
Rob nice video as always - Walter’s last name is pronounced ‘COH-VACKS’ though; not COR-VACKS
False, even in the movie and narrated comic movie its Cor vax
I want a Dr Manhattan solo movie or somekind of watchmen sequel
BRING BACK WALTER KOVACS!!!!!!!!
Silent Protagonist yes yes yes YYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEERAAAAAAAAAHHH
“Never compromise...even in the face of Armageddon.”
Dang! That was a good one Rob.
watchmen is the best thing coming out of dc rebirth