Warner Brothers has saved its Batman movie franchise with the latest film which is a dark romp through the corrupt underbelly of Gotham City and reveals the origins of the city's greatest hero.
Bruce Wayne, having seen his parents murdered, sets out to learn how to make those that prey upon the fearful afraid and to seek justice for all the injustice that has been wrought in his beloved Gotham and his life. This takes young Bruce Wayne to the far reaches of the world and the underworld. After a stint in prison, Wayne ends up under the tutelage of Ra's Al Ghul, master assassin. Bruce here learns what he needs to know to fight the corrupt in Gotham and his alter ego, Batman is born.
Awesome movie. This completely makes up for the last three Batman flops ("Batman Returns", "Batman Forever" and "Batman & Robin"). A very dark film, which is the way it is supposed to be. Of all the superhero stories, Batman's is supposed to be dark and gritty. Christian Bale nails his character and is a very believable Batman and Bruce Wayne. The cast, which is laden with big names, shines in this one. Liam Neeson is perfect for Ra's. Morgan Freeman is great as Mr. Fox, Wayne's tech guru. Cillian Murphy's Scarecrow is amazing. Michael Caine is great as Alfred, Bruce's always faithful butler and mentor. The whole cast puts forth a very spirited performance. Well almost everyone.
The only weak spot in this movie is Katie Holmes. Her performance was flat and uninspired. Almost anybody could have put in a better showing. But this is the only ding in Batman's armor.
Worth the full price of admission and then some. I'll probably see it again next week.
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