Absolutely Brilliant!

Rating: 10/10 (17 June 2005)

This is the Batman film we have been waiting to see. It does not drag, it does not seem anti-climatic, it does not have a cartoonish plot. Chris Nolan geniusly said he wanted realism with this restart of the franchise, and like other comic-book-movie director, Brian Singer, he has brilliantly portrayed it. In this film you become emotionally connected with Bruce Wayne/Batman. The story is character, not gadget driven, and is satisfying from beginning to end. one of the most delightful movie-going experiences I have had in years. This film quite nicely ties everything together, every scene has small details that matter, and which will resurface, and there are no gargantuant plot wholes ala Batman & Robin or even the Burton Films. Also, do listen to the orchestral scoring. I have always admired Danny Elfman's contributions, but this score may even top that cake. Go see this movie, or you'll be sorry you didn't.