07-01-2005, 04:10 PM
My review for the movie, which, by the way, if you haven't seen it yet, GO FRICKING SEE IT!!!!'
Batman Begins
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for intense action violence, disturbing images and some thematic elements.
Genres: Action/Adventure and Crime/Gangster
Running Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Release Date: June 15, 2005
Distributor: Warner Bros.
Starring:
Christian Bale Michael Caine
Liam Neeson Katie Holmes
Gary Oldman Cillian Murphy
Tom Wilkinson Ken Watanabe
Morgan Freeman Rutger Hauer
Sara Stewart Linus Roache
Gus Lewis Larry Holden
Rade Serbedzija Lucy Russell
Colin McFarlane Emma Lockhart
Richard Brake David Murray (II)
Director: Christopher Nolan
Producer: Emma Thomas
Charles Roven
Larry J. Franco
Screenwriter: David S. Goyer
Christopher Nolan
Executive Producer: Michael Uslan
Benjamin Melniker
Source Writer: Bob Kane
Plot: Christopher Nolan's film explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham. In the wake of his parents' murder, disillusioned industrial heir Bruce Wayne(Christian Bale) travels the world seeking the means to fight injustice and turn fear against those who prey on the fearful. He treturns to Gotham and unveils his alter-ego: Batman, a masked crusader who uses his strength, intellect and an array of high tech deceptions to fight the sinister forces that threaten the city.
Special Effects/Visual: 10/10
The visuals are awesome. What's great about the visuals is that the movie doesn't rely on special effects like Star Wars does, whose entire film was virtually computer animated. Gotham City is beautifully made, and the film takes you through its rotting decaying land and people.
The fight scenes are great as well. They aren't slowmo and wires like the Matrix. This Batman gets down and dirty in his fights. It's an actual street brawl, not some Hollywood eye candy. The fights can be fast and hard to see at times, but that just adds to greatness of it. "Bullet Time" fights were not needy in this film, and the grudge matches it shows actually suit it a lot better.
Scarecrow's fear gas is another awesome trait of the film. It was unexpectedly mastered and a thrill to see. While it probably won't scare you like a good horror film will, it's still a freaky site. You'll have to see the movie to grasp the beauty of the experience.
And of course, Batman looks awesome as well. The costume and equipment are awesome, and all of them are actually creatable should someone so desire. I also about peed my pants when I saw Batman's vanishing act on screen. Truely awesome.
Sound: 10/10
Once again, awesome. This Batman uses the fear that his comic counterpart has employed for so long. You get to view how the criminals see him, what they feel as Batman hunts them down. Yet when he's after them, you don't see him. You HEAR him. It's almost like a horror movie. You hear the whoosh of a cape, the clang of his boots, but you don't see him until it's too late. Truely awesome.
Musical Score: 8/10
It isn't the best musical score out there and pales in comparison to other movies, such as Lord of the Rings. However, where as LOTR required a masterpiece in music to capture it's greatness, Batman does not. The score fits the film perfectly as it's moods. You may not find it as enjoyable to listen to should you buy the CD, but during the movie, it fits the mood.
Acting: 10/10
Truely awesome! (gotta find a different adjective) The acting is one of the best things about the film. Everyone, I mean EVERYONE, played their part to perfection. The heart and soul of the actors and actresses was truely poured into this film. I could go on and on about each individual, but I don't have the time or will. But I will dabble on one person...
Christian Bale. The man IS Batman. Everything that makes the Dark Knight great, Bale nailed to perfection. He gave the legend flesh and blood, and portrayed him better than any before him. Simply put, the man is the incarnation of the Dark Knight, and it was greatly appreciated to see Batman finally portrayed with the seriousness and respect he deserves.
Dialouge: 10/10
Once again, it was awesome. The dialouge of every character adds to the development of our hero and the people around him. Plus, it all connects. Small phrases mentioned early on reapper later in the film, connecting beginning, middle, and end to a brilliant plot. The film grabs your attention, making you think as you try to put the pieces of the puzzle together.
Story: 10/10
Once again, awesome. There are so many plots and sub plots in this movie yet all of them reach their full potential and each one develops in the movie. It's surprising how much they were able to fit into two hours. Any other film would have been over cramped and fail to develop each plot, yet Batman Begins does it perfectly. It also has one of the best superhero plots I've seen on film, and as stated earlier, really makes you think until all is revealed at the end of the film in an explosive climax. The film also has a surprise ending that was a real treat to see, but I won't spoil it for you.
Overall
The Good:
- The Actors
- Fear used by Batman
- Character development and dialouge
- Story
- Costume and equipment
- Ah, hell, THE WHOLE DAMN MOVIE!!!
The Bad:
- Um...well...uh, let me see...um...there was...no...um...give me a second, this is kinda hard...um, can you come back to me on that one?
The Confused:
- Not so much confused as I want to know when we get a sequel, cause it can't come soon enough!!
Overall Rating: 58/60 - 9.6 - A
Truely one of the best superhero movies of all time, if not THE best, and this is coming from a guy who reads Spider-Man like my life depends on it. Words can not describe the greatness of this film, and you owe it to yourself to witness Batman being done as he should have been almost two decades ago. Thank you God. Thank you.
Batman Begins
MPAA Rating: PG-13 for intense action violence, disturbing images and some thematic elements.
Genres: Action/Adventure and Crime/Gangster
Running Time: 2 hrs 14 min
Release Date: June 15, 2005
Distributor: Warner Bros.
Starring:
Christian Bale Michael Caine
Liam Neeson Katie Holmes
Gary Oldman Cillian Murphy
Tom Wilkinson Ken Watanabe
Morgan Freeman Rutger Hauer
Sara Stewart Linus Roache
Gus Lewis Larry Holden
Rade Serbedzija Lucy Russell
Colin McFarlane Emma Lockhart
Richard Brake David Murray (II)
Director: Christopher Nolan
Producer: Emma Thomas
Charles Roven
Larry J. Franco
Screenwriter: David S. Goyer
Christopher Nolan
Executive Producer: Michael Uslan
Benjamin Melniker
Source Writer: Bob Kane
Plot: Christopher Nolan's film explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham. In the wake of his parents' murder, disillusioned industrial heir Bruce Wayne(Christian Bale) travels the world seeking the means to fight injustice and turn fear against those who prey on the fearful. He treturns to Gotham and unveils his alter-ego: Batman, a masked crusader who uses his strength, intellect and an array of high tech deceptions to fight the sinister forces that threaten the city.
Special Effects/Visual: 10/10
The visuals are awesome. What's great about the visuals is that the movie doesn't rely on special effects like Star Wars does, whose entire film was virtually computer animated. Gotham City is beautifully made, and the film takes you through its rotting decaying land and people.
The fight scenes are great as well. They aren't slowmo and wires like the Matrix. This Batman gets down and dirty in his fights. It's an actual street brawl, not some Hollywood eye candy. The fights can be fast and hard to see at times, but that just adds to greatness of it. "Bullet Time" fights were not needy in this film, and the grudge matches it shows actually suit it a lot better.
Scarecrow's fear gas is another awesome trait of the film. It was unexpectedly mastered and a thrill to see. While it probably won't scare you like a good horror film will, it's still a freaky site. You'll have to see the movie to grasp the beauty of the experience.
And of course, Batman looks awesome as well. The costume and equipment are awesome, and all of them are actually creatable should someone so desire. I also about peed my pants when I saw Batman's vanishing act on screen. Truely awesome.
Sound: 10/10
Once again, awesome. This Batman uses the fear that his comic counterpart has employed for so long. You get to view how the criminals see him, what they feel as Batman hunts them down. Yet when he's after them, you don't see him. You HEAR him. It's almost like a horror movie. You hear the whoosh of a cape, the clang of his boots, but you don't see him until it's too late. Truely awesome.
Musical Score: 8/10
It isn't the best musical score out there and pales in comparison to other movies, such as Lord of the Rings. However, where as LOTR required a masterpiece in music to capture it's greatness, Batman does not. The score fits the film perfectly as it's moods. You may not find it as enjoyable to listen to should you buy the CD, but during the movie, it fits the mood.
Acting: 10/10
Truely awesome! (gotta find a different adjective) The acting is one of the best things about the film. Everyone, I mean EVERYONE, played their part to perfection. The heart and soul of the actors and actresses was truely poured into this film. I could go on and on about each individual, but I don't have the time or will. But I will dabble on one person...
Christian Bale. The man IS Batman. Everything that makes the Dark Knight great, Bale nailed to perfection. He gave the legend flesh and blood, and portrayed him better than any before him. Simply put, the man is the incarnation of the Dark Knight, and it was greatly appreciated to see Batman finally portrayed with the seriousness and respect he deserves.
Dialouge: 10/10
Once again, it was awesome. The dialouge of every character adds to the development of our hero and the people around him. Plus, it all connects. Small phrases mentioned early on reapper later in the film, connecting beginning, middle, and end to a brilliant plot. The film grabs your attention, making you think as you try to put the pieces of the puzzle together.
Story: 10/10
Once again, awesome. There are so many plots and sub plots in this movie yet all of them reach their full potential and each one develops in the movie. It's surprising how much they were able to fit into two hours. Any other film would have been over cramped and fail to develop each plot, yet Batman Begins does it perfectly. It also has one of the best superhero plots I've seen on film, and as stated earlier, really makes you think until all is revealed at the end of the film in an explosive climax. The film also has a surprise ending that was a real treat to see, but I won't spoil it for you.
Overall
The Good:
- The Actors
- Fear used by Batman
- Character development and dialouge
- Story
- Costume and equipment
- Ah, hell, THE WHOLE DAMN MOVIE!!!
The Bad:
- Um...well...uh, let me see...um...there was...no...um...give me a second, this is kinda hard...um, can you come back to me on that one?
The Confused:
- Not so much confused as I want to know when we get a sequel, cause it can't come soon enough!!
Overall Rating: 58/60 - 9.6 - A
Truely one of the best superhero movies of all time, if not THE best, and this is coming from a guy who reads Spider-Man like my life depends on it. Words can not describe the greatness of this film, and you owe it to yourself to witness Batman being done as he should have been almost two decades ago. Thank you God. Thank you.