The ultimate comic book based film

Rating: 10/10 (15 June 2005)

Prior to seeing this film, Batman Forever was my favourite. There was something about it that wasn't in Burton's films.
I felt that Burton's 2 films in the series were too dark and at times not easy to watch, whereas although Schumacher's Batman Forever (lets forget Batman and Robin) was very good, it was a little too humorous. Begins finds the balance perfectly and therefore makes for compelling viewing.
I don't want to ruin anything, but everything about this film is flawless. It's up there with The Aviator, The Life Aquatic and Crash as one of 2005's best film in my opinion.
Bale is brilliant as the young Bruce Wayne. Caine is always good, as is Morgan Freeman. Gary Oldman is also superb.
Simply go and enjoy
Cheers, Rob