Thoroughly Engrossing

Rating: 10/10 (18 June 2005)

All of the small details are here and done to perfection. Little touches of humanity, such as non-verbal communication between the characters and effective (and entertaining) social banter, such as Bruce's "birthday speech" help make the world of Batman familiar - making all its outlandish happenings exciting rather than simply unbelievable.
Great acting, great script, and perfect casting. Caine, Freeman, and Oldman could all be competing for this year's best supporting actor (although I would have to give it to Oldman...he creates so much with relatively little screen time).
Definitely the best Batman and one of the best films I have seen this year. Nolan has a style that really draws the audience in...fast-paced and engrossing.
10/10