Filmthusiast on Instagram: "In Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993), rain serves as a key motif in one of the most emotional moments in the animated film. As the water runs down Batman’s cowl and face, it becomes impossible to tell whether he’s crying or not. Although the intentionality of this artistic choice has never been confirmed, viewers interpret it as a deliberate way to preserve Batman’s stoicism while still conveying his sadness. The effect deepens the film’s tone, balancing emotion wit