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Touring the riot scene. Gravely assessing the devastation. Upstanding mayor stuff.
— The Penguin ‧ Batman Returns
Behind the line May contain spoilers.
Our reading
An editorial interpretation.
The speaker narrates a performance of civic seriousness: touring a riot scene, gravely assessing the damage. Ending with 'upstanding mayor stuff' reveals the sombre pose as a knowing act, so the line is wry and self-mocking.
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