fun, but makes no sense

Rating: 6/10 (21 June 2005)

Aside from a few ridiculous detours, this Batman is miles better than Batman Forever. It's also nowhere near Batman (or even Batman Returns) but most people won't care because it's also a lot funnier :) Here's where it all falls apart: a white guy (with a Korean name) flies into Tibet, taking over large portions of Asia's criminal underworld; with his new network of criminals, he builds a giant monastery to train the hordes of ninjas he will need to destroy Gotham City (which is halfway across the world). Sounds weak? It is, really, considering that none of it makes any sense from any angle the movie presents us with; however, spectacular execution and neat Bat-toys save this Batman from becoming another terrible Batman Forever-style turd. Christian Bale works hard to distract from the awful backstory he's given, and succeeds after the first hour is over. That hour, mind you, seems to last forever. Toke up and enjoy!