The movie that brought into life the superhero I have adored since I was a kid

Rating: 10/10 (28 July 2012)

I have been a superhero fan when I was a kid. As I grew up there are those I have already outgrown. But Batman is one that I have never forgotten and for some time I don't know why until I watched Batman Begins.
The movie focused on the origin of Batman, on how little Bruce Wayne lost his parents, on how he developed grudge on the injustice in Gotham, on how he searched for inner strength and eventually becoming Batman. Then and only then did I realize why as an adult I still like this superhero. Batman is not a super strong hero. He is not a character with supernatural powers. He is much like us, humans, with limited physical abilities. Only, there is more to Batman than just being human. He has a very strong will power. He can tolerate pain, find strength in even the darkest hours, and find the courage to fight injustice, even if it means sacrificing his own interest for the welfare of his people. Batman relates to any one of us who can do the same. One does not necessarily have to be as physically and mentally strong as Bruce Wayne/Batman before he can effect a change in his society. By being strong with one's stand on justice, one can call himself a superhero.
That is what this movie is all about. Inasmuch as it is a superhero movie, its impact and influence is on how one does for his society and fights for justice. And fighting for justice does not happen overnight. Just like Bruce Wayne, one needs to find inner strength and courage first, discover one's weakness and fears and turn them into weapon before becoming the Batman who is ready and strong enough to effect change.
The stellar cast was amazing. They did a perfect job. The cinematography, sound, and special effects were undeniably excellent, and Christopher Nolan did an amazing job in bringing life to a superhero that I have always looked up to since I was a kid.