It's not what you are underneath that defines you, but what you do!

Rating: 8/10 (19 July 2007)

Batman Begins is just so different, if you are expecting it to be like Burton's you will not only miss this film, but you will miss out.
Batman Begins is a far more realistic idea, and has a far more rich back story that makes sense, from why Bruce trains, how he can do what he does, and even the suit and car make more sense.
Sure it doesn't have the gimmicks kids fall in love with: Namely the car, the popping music, but it has so much more: Depth, Realism, and Meaning.
These 3 things, along with brilliant acting, perfect pacing, script and directing create a movie one must watch a second time. And when you do you see the car for what it is, a relentlessness of spirit, the music for what it inspires...
Afterall, 'it's not what you are underneath that defines you, but what you do! Batman Begins, a tour De force. A movie full of depth, introspection, and meaning. It even included little details like tiny strokes of a master's brush.
Yes, Batman Begins, and continues in 2008, and I can't wait.
You see there just aren't enough movies these days crafted with such passion, such loyalty to not only an idea, or a story, but to the future of film. Those who declare that yes, character development is important. Understanding, meaning, and integrity shines light on beauty, and brings hope like light to a darkened place, and this place where movies are made has grown so dark.
That's why I rate this movie a 10.
Seriously folks. I loved Burton's Batman as a kid. I was about 13 when it was in theaters, and as a kid I loved the Joker, the car, the music; it was just so much fun. But it isn't very logical. I mean take for example The Joker. He falls into a vat of toxic waste and his hair turns green but his face turns white? I mean come on, it was fun, as long as you didn't think too much about it. Great kids movie.
Batman Begins is simply a more realistic film. It's got more depth, meaning, back story, logic, and simply makes more sense. It's a Batman for a more mature audience.
Both fantastic movies, but I would never call Tim Burton's Batman brilliant, fun maybe, entertaining, memorable? Yes. While Nolan's Batman was an important film, because it had depth, and that's something missing far too often in today's movie industry.
So you see, you can enjoy both movies, just for different reasons. And when you compare them, there's no need to bash either one, for both have their merits, and both should be commended for them.
That is all.