Batman as Gotham’s Underdog

A major theme in The Dark Knight is Batman's mental struggle between his inner demons and his drive to enforce justice. It reveals how vulnerable he is and how his work as a vigilante affects him. Batman's limited strength and the difficulties he encounters in combating crime are further highlighted by the mob's control and the ease with which they can manipulate the city's systems.

Discuss how his battle to uphold justice in spite of being mistrusted, feared, and frequently working alone in the shadows turns him into an underdog.