Batman Begins is the best comic book movie to date.

Rating: 10/10 (23 June 2005)

Batman Begins is, by far, the most successful and accessible film in the comic book movie genre. It stays true to the feel of the source material and the continuity is superb. The performances were quite impressive - particularly those given by Bale, Caine, Freeman, and Neeson. The film never misses a beat. It is interesting and informative, without becoming didactic. You aren't left with any questions once the credits roll, perhaps with the exception of "So, when is the sequel coming out?" Christopher Nolan has breathed the breath of life back into the franchise, eight years after the release of the disappointing and over-the-top "Batman and Robin".