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Clark Kent is shown performing more investigative journalism, helping humanize his motivations for opposing Batman. Action & Pacing:

In the theatrical cut, a man named Wally (whose leg is cut off by KGBeast’s bomb) throws a jar of urine at Bruce Wayne. It seems random. In the EXTENDED cut, we see Clark interview Wally. We see Clark try to write an article exposing the vigilante in Gotham. We see Clark’s genuine moral outrage at Batman. Batman.v.Superman.Dawn.of.Justice.2016.EXTENDED...

Bruce opens his eyes. The storm is clearing. The figure in the sky is gone—probably off to save a kitten from a tree, or a ship from a tsunami, or a city from a threat Bruce can’t even comprehend. In the EXTENDED cut, we see Clark interview Wally

Many fans argue this scene works better in the extended cut because it highlights Batman's realization that he has become the very "monster" he's spent his life fighting. Bruce opens his eyes

A: The EXTENDED cut is essential. It sets up the Knightmare timeline, the parademons, and Lex’s warning about the "bell" being rung for Steppenwolf. The theatrical cut removes almost all of these references.

The narrative centers on two icons of justice who are driven into conflict by fear, manipulation, and differing ideologies.

Then he sees it: the shockwave.