Batman Begins Movie
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In tone with the early "Batman: Year One" style comics. As a boy a young Bruce Wayne watched in horror as his millionaire parents were slain in front of his eyes, a trauma which led him to become obsessed with revenge but his chance is cruelly taken away from him by fate. After disappearing to the East where he seeks counsel with the dangerous but honorable ninja cult leader known as Ra's Al-Ghul, he returns to his now decaying Gotham City overrun by organized crime and dangerous individuals manipulating the system whilst the company he inherited is slowly being pulled out from under him. The discovery of a cave under his mansion, and a prototype armored suit leads him to take on a new persona, one which will strike fear into the hearts of men who do wrong - he becomes, Batman. In the new guise, and with the help of rising cop Jim Gordon, Batman sets out to take down the various nefarious schemes in motion by individuals such as mafia don Falcone, the twisted doctor/drug dealer Jonathan 'The Scarecrow' Crane, and a mysterious third party that is quite familiar with Wayne and waiting to strike when the time is right.
| Linus Roache | Thomas Wayne |
| Rutger Hauer | Earle |
| Cillian Murphy | Dr. Jonathan Crane |
| Liam Neeson | Henri Ducard |
| Morgan Freeman | Lucius Fox |
| Katie Holmes | Rachel Dawes |
| Gary Oldman | Jim Gordon |
| Ken Watanabe | Ra's Al Ghul |
| Michael Caine | Alfred |
| Christian Bale | Bruce Wayne/Batman |
| Tom Wilkinson | Carmine Falcone |
| Mark Boone Junior | Flass |
| Larry Holden | Finch |
| Gerard Murphy | Judge Faden |
| Colin McFarlane | Loeb |
| Christopher Nolan |
8.30 out of 10 (116254 votes)
Visitor Reviews
Wow. Just...wow.
posted on 30 Aug 2009Words cannot even BEGIN to describe how much I enjoyed this movie. Gary Oldman probably delivered the best performance out of anyone in this movie, and I would have to say the ONLY flaw of this movie was Katie Holmes; her acting is never more than mediocre. Also, Cillian Murphy delivers a fantastic performance. Apart from the previous two Batman flops, this film possesses a very good storyline, not to mention a marginally more realistic one. The only past Batman performance I can compare this film to is the cartoon. I felt while watching that the cartoon was being acted out in front of me. If you liked the t.v. cartoon as much as I did, you're in for a treat. I wouldn't be one bit surprised if this movie stays #1 in my all-time favorites list. If you expect this to at all resemble the previous two Batman films, you are in for a HUGE treat. 10 stars easy.
Wow - You will want to see this one again!
posted on 28 Aug 2009Finally, a Batman movie that allows you to feel like Batman is "real." I absolutely loved this Batman movie. I would want to see this one again (and again). After seeing the movie I was so hyped; all I could do was talk about it with my family and comment on the different scenes and what it all meant. I agree with the previous comments about the darkness throughout the action sequences, but I guess it does "go" with the film. The darkness of the cave, the suit, etc. Katie was o.k., but I feel they could have picked an older actress. She looked too young for the part. The movie allowed the audience to concentrate on Batman and answered so many questions. I was really happy to see this film! Way worth it!!
So good it is unfortunate
posted on 28 Aug 2009Why would something so good, bring so much sadness into my heart. Well, it's simple, this movie has fulfilled every Batman fan dream. Originally, when I saw the first pictures of then Batmobile, I thought to myself: "You know, the car has always been such an icon of the whole series and comics, if this change translates into other aspects of the movie, it will be worse then Schumacher's Batman and Robin (collective shudder)" Well.. Let's just say that it was difficult to remove my mental foot from my mental mouth. Not only does this reality based Batman shows him in an entirely different aspect then previous movies, it also allows the viewer to think "You know... when they put it like this, it could happen" One small detail though, that made me laugh by myself at the theatre, was the Ra'Az'Gul return. Which when you read the comics, you expect something, and then PSYCH! something completely different.But like I said previously, it's unfortunate that this movie came out. Why you might say? Well, this movie has now closed the Batman Villain Gallery. We've had the Joker, the Penguin, Poison Ivy, Two-Face, Riddler, Mr. Freeze, Bane, Ra'Az'Gul and Scarecrow. Who will be the villain in the next movie? This movie came too late in the series, that is what is unfortunate, because none of the goodness from it will be seen again... Unless they start boosting characters like Manbat, The Thing and Killer Croc, into a top-notch villains instead of their current second-rate bad guy status.
Batman back with A Vengeance
posted on 28 Aug 2009I got a chance to see 'Batman Begins' just this past Friday evening. I must say that before seeing the film, I felt in my heart this is the 'Batman' film we've been waiting for. Within ten minutes into the movie, I turned to my date and said to her, "This is it! This is the movie!" I just can't believe that after all these years, Warner Bros. finally got it right. For me the most intriguing part of the film, apart from the great script, and great acting, was Christopher Nolan's decision to base the film in reality. Deciding that Batman could really exist in our universe and our world was a stroke of genius. Another aspect of the film that's so refreshing is that instead of the focus being on the villain, Batman is the film's star. And rightly so. It's amazing what can happen when a studio leaves a respected director, and the creative team alone, and allow them to make the best movie possible. The only two negatives that I can think of is Katie Holmes and the fight sequences. Holmes does indeed look like a teenager playing grown-up. Her performance isn't bad per SE, it's just that you really don't buy her as an Assistant D.A. As for the fight sequences, I felt the cameras angles were too tight on the action, edited too quickly, and lit too dark so that you really couldn't tell what was going on and determine who was hitting who. Maybe we can attribute this to the fact that Nolan is not an action director. Hopefully the next film will open up the fight sequences so we can actually see Batman use the martial arts skills he developed during his exile. But apart from those relatively minor quibbles, the film is excellent, and I'm definitely going back on opening day June 15th, and seeing it a second time. A third and fourth viewing is definitely not out of the question.
Batman Begins is definitely better than the previous Batman films.
posted on 26 Aug 2009First, of the other Batman films, I think the 1st (Tim Burton) Batman movie was the best, even though it was somewhat less than what I expected for a 1st time "serious" Batman movie. It was nowhere near as fulfilling as Superman The Movie, which in my opinion remains the BEST comic book superhero movie adaptation to date, more so than the X-men movies, more so than both Spiderman movies and every other comic book/movie adaptation ever made. Considering the limitations in technology and working with a much smaller budget than what movies today are afforded, Richard Donner deserves MUCH credit for what he accomplished. Richard Donner's Superman The Movie continues to set the standard for which all other superhero movies should be judged, an opinion shared by many fans of the comic book medium. All that said, I'm happy to say that Batman Begins is a welcomed, modified interpretation of the legend and origin of Batman. Although inaccurate, in comparison to (Batman creator) Bob Kane's origin, this movie does a much better job of explaining (not only) what prompted Bruce Wayne to fight crime, but why he chose the Bat as the theme for his dual identity, as opposed to a dolphin or Tiger (for examples) and calling himself Dolphin Dude or Tigerman. The other Batman films merely "touched on" this portion of Batman's origin and spent FAR too much time with the origins of the movies' villains...(Catwoman, Penguin, The Riddler, Poision Ivy and ESPECIALLY The Joker). Even though Bale made a very convincing Bruce Wayne, after seeing (and hearing) him as Batman, I feel that Micheal Keaton remains the best looking/sounding Batman overall. Keaton looked great behind the mask and his voice was deeper and more intimidating, whereas Bale's, at times sounded almost as if Mike Tyson was trying to speak deeply. The current Batman costume could have been more like Keaton's version too. In my opinion, Keaton's costume is still the best looking and better proportioned, especially in the mask. The cape was better looking too. But Bale's costume is acceptable. It makes sense, tactically speaking. Initially, I wasn't a fan of the new Batmobile, but after seeing it in action I have a greater appreciation for it. I'm especially thankful that Nolan didn't spend a lot of time on a needless love subplot, as every other Batman movie contained (Batman/Vickie Vale, Batman/Catwoman, Batman/Merridian Chase and Batman/Robin and Poision Ivy).Disappointingly, the fight scenes in Batman Begins were filmed entirely too close to the characters, limiting the full view and impact of the action. It was rather difficult to see and appreciate Batman's skills as a fighter, because of this closeness. Last negative note, what was done to Wayne mansion was totally unnecessary and caused more "controversy" than what the act may have hoped to symbolize. My final thought, the last 2 minutes of the movie gave me the most profound sense of joy. Something so simple, but it left me (and everyone else in the theater), with excitement and anticipation for what "may" come in the next movie. Despite the negatives, All-In-All, I give the movie a 7 1/2 out of 10 stars.
"It's not who I am underneath, but what I do that defines me."
posted on 26 Aug 2009Very, very good movie. Easily the best comic book movie ever, and that's saying a lot because I loved Hellboy, The Punisher and the X-men and Spider-man films.The cinematography is brilliant. We're finally seeing Batman in 2.40:1, folks, and it shows. Every shot is composed wonderfully, and the darkness is almost like a character in itself.It's so much better than the first four Batman films that they can't even compare. Every member of the cast shines, particularly Bale. He's definitely the most convincing Batman we've yet seen.They need to make, like, six more of these movies.This is just a masterpiece. Everyone do yourselves a favor and go see it as many times as you possibly can.
They finally got it right!
posted on 26 Aug 2009Go see this film. That's it. Go see it! OK, more info... After years of watching one of the greatest comic figures ever created get abused and nearly destroyed by Hollywood, I was overwhelmed by how good this movie was.This is the way Batman was meant to be. Great writing, acting, directing, effects, everything. No drawn out scenes, not a lot of side story that doesn't need to be there, just the focused discovery of Batman and Bruce Wayne.This is one of the rare movies that's actually worth the price of admission, even more so if you're a Batman fan.
How Batman got his wings
posted on 24 Aug 2009Batman Begins shows the correct way of making an already strong action series into a more powerful series. By brining the Batman movies back to their darker roots, such as Batman and Batman Returns, the movie returns to the original themes of darkness, fear, good vs. evil, right vs. wrong, etc. Certain images visually express these themes - the new Batsuit, for instance - not a spot of gray, silver or gold anywhere. It's all black, as opposed to the designs of the previous (or as per the chronology of the films, later) Batsuits.As far as comparison to the recent Batman movie, featuring George Clooney, Uma Thurman and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Begins has no ridiculous clan soldiers on ice skates, no bright and shiny fluorescent paint, no childish games for elementary school students' joy. Instead, a drug trade, creepy masks, and visual expressions of fear all help to bring this movie to the eerie weirdness associated with Batman. Take, for instance, The Penguin as he rips open a raw fish and eats its insides, or bites off a man's nose. Begins is a refreshing way to pull Batman back into that original blackness associated with the Dark Knight. As far as acting is concerned, Christian Bale is a much darker, meaner Batman than the others. His extra-deep voice effectively instills fears within his adversaries. He shows them that he is not weak and he doesn't give put up with their antics. Katie Holmes, who plays Rachel, Bruce's girlfriend, apparently grew up since the days of Dawson's Creek. Now a phaser-packing District Attorney, Holmes shows how adept an actress she can be. Years of experience has paid off for her, and she plays the part of the Gotham City D.A. with finesse. Corny jokes that superheroes are known to spew every now and then. stuff like "holy hamburgers, Batman!" are not found in this dark flick, not even if only to lighten the mood (although there is a bit of humor in a few lines, if you can find it). Unfortunately, the single most obvious flaw in the movie could very well debunk the entire conflict in the film. Not to worry - I will leave you to find the problem for yourself so as not to reveal the story to those who haven't seen it.Regardless of that simple flaw, which could have been cleared up by adding a few lines regarding made-up science of technology, Bayond Begins was an excellent film to be enjoyed by all 13 year olds and beyond. Watch this movie; it's a very fun time.Ian Rosner from Long Island
Finally, a Batman movie I'm not embarrassed for
posted on 24 Aug 2009I was introduced to the Batman franchise not by Tim Burton's movie, or the comic books, but rather by the 1992 Batman: The Animated Series. I was in second grade at the time; and let me tell you, it blew my little second-grade mind right out of the water. Batman became the definition of a superhero for me. Then I learned there had been a live-action Batman movie, indeed several movies. I was eager to watch them.When I first watched Tim Burton's Batman, I realized something. Tim Burton's Batman SUCKED. It had the Batman getting shot in the very first scene. Batman doesn't get shot! In the cartoon, he is Vengeance; in the cartoon, he is The Night! In that movie, he's some idiot who sleeps upside down and has complete faith in bullet-proof vests. Not only was I not afraid of the Batman character in that movie, it was silly to suggest that anyone else, criminal or otherwise, would be either. People can't sleep upside down, all the blood pools in your head! Burton's Batman was the first in a series of four ignominious disappointments. Not one of the live-action movies stood up to the animated television program. The irony that a children's cartoon show was darker, more serious, more melancholy and more complex than movies supposedly marketed towards adults! Batman and Robin was particularly painful, as the choice of Val Kilmer as Batman was actually not bad. To see that Kilmer actually understood the character of Batman yet was forced into that ridiculous camp-a-thon... I swore to never watch another movie by Joel Schumacher again. Also, if I ever met him, I swore to punch him in the stomach. Jerk.Then came Batman Begins. I had no hope to begin with, considering the previous four movies. But the previews looked OK, and Christopher Nolan was the director. Maybe -- just maybe -- he would understand. Along came June 15, I saw the movie; truly, Nolan understood. He understood that Batman's methods would make criminals wonder whether Batman was human or monster before they even encountered him -- and after encountering him, believe he was inhuman unquestioningly. And yet, Batman is just a man; determined, disciplined, intelligent. Insane? Yes, that too. But most importantly Nolan understood that Batman does not exist in a fantasy world, but that unlike all other superheros, his world is our world. His enemies are not aliens or impossible monsters or super-robots; but crime bosses, common thugs and, like himself, men whose own insanity have enabled them to do unimaginable things.Batman Begins stands up to the tradition of Batman: The Animated Series. In many ways, it surpasses it, and in some ways still has room to grow. The many highly-skilled actors in the smaller roles -- how many lines did Morgan Freeman even have? -- added a depth and consistency uncommon in most movies. Hopefully, they will all return for the dozens of superb sequels this movie will hopefully spawn. Finally, the Batman franchise can genuinely begin.
This film is simply -talk talk talk talk boom boom boom boom-
posted on 24 Aug 2009I was expecting a lot from this film since the rating for this movie was above 8. I mean how many films in IMDb got ratings above 8? Not many.I would have to say 8 is exaggeration. I would give it about 7. The reason being the way the director put together the whole film is so dull and obvious. Putting the heaps of 'talking' stuff in the beginning and all the exciting action part comes later towards the end. It's as if the director is telling the audience 'all right, here's the background story that you 'must' know,-talk talk talk talk talk- now here comes the 'Action'-boom boom boom boom boom-!'the end.Look at films like LOTR:ROTK. Peter Jackson puts the battle scenes evenly throughout the whole film and in between are the scenes that attempts to 'tell' us the story behind all the battle. This way the director fulfills his responsibility of delivering the story as well as putting in actions which makes the film 'exciting'. Or maybe it's easily said than done.In my opinion putting all the actions evenly throughout the film would have made the film a masterpiece. The action part was definitely worth watching. The acting was very well done too. Overall its good film but it's not quite up there yet.
The best Batman movie ever!!!
posted on 24 Aug 2009The most well made and mature of all the Batman capers. Probably the first time a comic hero has not been presented like a seemingly inane and kiddish character. Christian is arguably the best "Batman" on screen, way ahead of his contemporaries like Michael Keaton or George Clooney. It came as a pleasant surprise to see this six footer enacting the role of this superhero with stupendous control and grace and did not let his fans down in any way whatsoever.Batman has always been a rather mature superhero adored by kids and adults alike and this one time his gray character was brought to the forefront as well.
Best action movie since...I don't know...ever?
posted on 22 Aug 2009First off, I am not a gigantic fanboy of Batman. I thought the first one was pretty cool, and the rest got more and more disappointing. However, when I heard that Christopher Nolan was directing Begins, and Christian Bale was Bruce, I began getting excited. I went to the preview showing at midnight, and although I am extremely tired today, it was worth it.This is my favorite action movie since the LOTR movies. If you don't count those, it might be my #1 all time. The storyline was captivating, the villains menacing, the action gritty and raw. Definitely darker than any of the other Batman movies, this movie rounds Bruce's character out. Before this, we only see him as a cocky rich-boy who is kind of bored, and thus fights crime. This movie delves into the psychology of his driving forces. The main theme, fear, is extremely well followed throughout the movie.This Batman is not a simple character who executes cool fight sequences. This Batman is disturbed, confused, and struggling with who he is, and how he can do good. The crack team of Nolan, Bale, Neeson, Caine, Freeman, Holmes, and Oldman pull this one off. Big Time.
Will change the comic book adaptation genre
posted on 22 Aug 2009Every now and then, an innovative and groundbreaking film emerges and changes the genre by taking its genre and combining others. Film schools teach you that talking head movies don't work, but Godfather showed that captivating dialog and memorable characters could drive a movie and capture an audience's attention just as well as action. When this summer is over, Batman Begins will do the same thing for the comic book genre. It shows that a reality and character driven set piece can work for these types of movies. There are NO superpowers in the movie. The villains rely on mastered sword fighting, physical athleticism, and cunning as their vehicles to create chaos. And although there is action, which is done masterfully, (The car chases and hang glide scenes will blow you away)the story is moved completely by its lead character and not the events surrounding him. The movie is a journey of self discovery. One man's struggle to deal with guilt and anger. And minus the batsuit and batmobile, this movie could stand alone as a powerful drama about self discovery, and would probably even merit Oscar consideration. The acting is superb and this is the first comic book movie to ever leave me with a lump in my throat. The relationship between Alfred and Bruce is completely genuine and heartfelt. So enjoy the movie and be prepared for an onslaught of copy cat films to come.
A detailed prequel to the Batman series...
posted on 22 Aug 2009This was by far one of the most exciting, entertaining and overall best films of the year. Christian Bale's excellent portrayal of Bruce Wayne/Batman is captivating. Outstanding performances done by all, except for K Holmes. (I think the casting director really could have chosen someone better suited to play opposite such a strong character as Batman.) It's hard to get past the Dawson Creek days and take such a cheesy "actress" seriously. (Besides the fact that she talks out of the side of her face) Any and all questions regarding the history of Bruce Wayne/Batman are answered and to trivia buffs, this turned out to be most fulfilling attribute. A never before seen twist on what could be thought of as a campy, can't take too serious, franchise. The screenplay really takes the city of Gotham and gives it a true existence possible in today's world. Storyline is interesting, action packed and keeps your attention. Two thumbs up, Bale is definitely an awesome actor and the best Batman so far!
Finally, Batman Comes To Life
posted on 22 Aug 2009In what is the most comprehensive Batman movie till date, it appears that this is the only movie where the director actually gets in the brain Of Bruce Wayne, A.K.A BtamanChristopher Nolan does a superb of work of coordinating a star studded cast, which was although wholly unnecessary as most of the big names were hardly used, (Morgan Freeman, Gary Oldman, and Katie Holmes hardly have a major part to play). The acting is spectacular, Christian Bale, makes a convincing Batman, with an extraordinary dubbed voice that makes the Dark Knight truly the Kingpin of Gotham. The camera action is unbelievably god, and so is the special effects for the movie. Also mention should be made of the mind blowing shooting locations. The action sequences will remind you of Spiderman 2, making this movie a favorite for next years' Academy Awards.Batman Begins, is different from all the previous Batman franchise in many aspects. First of all, it doesn't portray Gotham, nor Bruce Wayne as the famous person he is. In all the last 4 movies, Gotham has been looked upon as a Neverland, but in Batman Begins, we find looking at a darker Gotham, much like the Shadow Of the Bat franchise of DC Comics. And unlike the previous Bruce Wayne, who loves to party, this one hates them. And it takes us inside the mind of a young orphan who has lost his parents. The story has been superbly plotted, with a terrific climax. A train sequence which ends the climax will leave the audience open mouthed. This movie shows the transformation of the young orphan who goes bad, to the Dark Crusader, of Gotham. It is this transformation that makes this movie extra special. A word of praise for the director once again, for the clever finish of the movie, aligning it perfectly well, with the original Batman movie, starring Michael Keaton. I went to watch this movie expecting a boring comic flick, but it turned out to be brilliant. I'm sure there'll be many who will echo my feelings. There are so many things that can be written about this movie, but 1000 words are quite not enough for it. Look out for Liam Neeson, and Michael Caine, who give outstanding performances. Liam Neeson in particular as this is first portrayal of a negative role(OOPS, I shouldn't have said that), was a treat to watch. And watch out for the new Batmobile, it rocks!!!!Overall 9/10....
Top Films of the Year... and The Year's Not Even Done Yet!
posted on 20 Aug 2009i don't like to give 10's to movies usually because to say so would say it is a perfect movie with no faults. NO movie has a perfect slate. But as a Die-hard Batman fan and lover of movies... this came DAMN close.it's reinvented. refueled. modernized. and kick-ass. the movie draws you in from the get-go! Pulling you in by your hair, we learn of Bruce Wayne's pain and hatred over the death of his parents and the one who committed it. unable to actually DO the deed, he runs. not away. but chasing after something. something he never expected he'd have to. his fear.I was doubting Bale. His playboy demeanor. pretty boy smile and attitude. to change it into your "true" self as the real Bruce Wayne in my most loved comics does; the one challenge that could break the movie if not done right. I applaud him. He BECOMES the Knight. i really saw it when he yanks up a thug by his legs upside down 20 stories. when he yanks him up to the top, he grabs him by the hair and just KILLS with his voice and eyes. i can't explain it. it just feels right.after 7 years, he returns to give justice a rightful place in Gotham. i kid you not: this movie delivers plot points that no movie has cared to include. there are SO many great points that just give the character depth and the movie THAT much more credibility as a believable feature. By telling you them all, i'd be spoiling the surprise and the joy of seeing it for the first time.To know that this movie franchise is signed on for a full trilogy (with most of the cast signed on for that FOR NOW) made my heart skip beats when it was finished. Christopher Nolan's directing and inward vision from the books is just what the Bat Franchise needed to be resurrected. i hope he realizes how great his talent is with the making of these films.Too good to be true, kids. Too good to be true.
A diamond in the ruff, Batman Begins pays homage to the dark origins of the Dark Knight and to all action/ thriller movies
posted on 20 Aug 2009I walked into the Theatre B showing of Batman Begins hoping for an entertaining show to keep me occupied for the evening. What I received was a superb action/thriller with a good deal of depth and fascinating characters. Unlike most previous movies, Batman Begins avoided odd fight scenes in which the Bat armor restricted movement and instead went with stealth and ambush tactics. This technique was true to the batman character and also more exciting than the old fashioned back to back brawling style. The movie's second villain, Scare Crow/Dr. Crane effectively frightened the audience with his intimidating intelligence and freakishly terrifying illusions. Overall, the cast made a commendable performance and Christian Bale's batman surpasses even Keaton's. Cillian Murphy was perfectly casted for his part as the eerily beautiful doctor who dons the horrifying potato sack mask to literally scare his victims into insanity. Also, learning of the Wane legacy for the first time was very interesting. The only part in which the movie lacks is the films evil mastermind character. The mythology behind him was interesting, but his ultimate death sequence lacked the theatrical elements that had become a trademark of the Batman series since the Tim Burton movies.
Didn't even wanted to see it all the way to the end
posted on 20 Aug 2009Before I start with the things i didn't like about this movie let me comment on the good things. The movie did focus on batman origin from the death of his parent to his training days. It didn't have those idiotic campy dialog that was in all the batman movies and the live television series of the 60's, however this is where I will have to end my "things that was good in this movie" review.Now to the bad things about this movie. Even though i said the dialog wasn't campy like previous batman movie, the script still fall flat. And even though I think the actors are good, unfortunately they are sub-par in this movie. Bales voice was so not batman. Mrs. Cruise acting is mediocre at best. The fight scenes are weak as hell in that they had to use camera jerky shots to cover the fact that the fight action of this movie is not something they can pull off. And honestly, batman costume is not at all any better from the other incarnation of batman. Call me old skool, but the tumbler is not what i want as the batmobile. I could go on and on about why this movie sucked, but I don't have all day.For those who say the movie is true to the comic, then which one? There are so many version of batman. It may be true to the comic because Joe chill kill his parent, but the movie lack suspense. The movie should have never reveal who killed batman's parent because that's batman real motivation, not knowing who killed them yet he remind in a never ending quest to stop those who could be the one.Here's the thing, people who say they think this movie rocks are just comparing it to the previous four batman movie. Well when you compare that shitzmacker crap call batman 3 and 4, anything will seem like a bed of roses when compare to those two. Although Tim Burton movies were more unrealistic to the world we lived in, you got to remind yourself, how can people in this world take a guy in a batsuit seriously? At least Burton's movies have some artistic value. When i review this movie i didn't compare it to any of the 4 previous movie, but under this movie own merit.This movie is average at best, but i gave it a one because the rating for this crapfest of a movie is so overrated that i decide to give it a one to bring that rating down a peg.
Disappointing
posted on 20 Aug 2009Batman needed an infusion of new blood after Joel Schumacher turned the franchise into a candy-colored nightmare in the '90s. "Batman & Robin" is likely the worst superhero movie in cinematic history. I wanted to like "Batman Begins," and it certainly arrived with an impressive pedigree. Nolan's "Memento" was dark and intriguing. Bale was impressively nasty in "American Psycho." So what happened? Why was BB such a bore?. I'm all for a "darker" Batman, but where "Batman and Robin" was campy and stupid "Batman Begins" is plodding and pretentious. It took itself way too seriously. There were some cool individual scenes—Batman stalking bad guys in the shipping yard, Bale facing (and embracing) his fear of bats in the soon-to-be Batcave—but the last half hour was one long action set piece we've seen 100 times before. Bale's Bruce Wayne/Batman has zero charisma, which came as a surprise coming from such an impressive actor. And what was with that gravelly voice Bale used while in costume? I know Wayne's trying to protect his identity, but it just sounded goofy to me. The worst casting choice was Katie Holmes. First, she looks 17, and second, she doesn't have the gravitas to pull off this role. If she's an assistant DA than they might as well have cast Pauly Shore as Batman.
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Batman Begins
posted on 30 Aug 2009Darkly entertaining. I was very surprised by the true complexity of the story line. It could be used to tie into the first Batman movie. Action filled, as well as an emotional aspect. Possibly too intense for kids under 10. Mr. Bale did an outstanding job. I hope he signed for the sequels, so that we don't get clooney-ed. Batman has been a fixture for so long in the American culture, but questions are answered about Bruce Waynes' background, for those of you who ever wondered. As surprise about other known characters, is also thrown into the ring. Having Mr. Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine and Gary Oldman to help balance out the cast, was a wise choice. If the studio continues on, I hope they chose the next script submissions with as much thought as this one had in it.bjp