Batman Begins is definitely Oscar material

Rating: 10/10 (30 June 2005)

There have been so few movies released this year, which in my opinion would qualify for an Oscar.
But Batman Begins is one that definitely deserves nominations in several categories, especially for the acting.
I hope that nobody makes the mistake of avoiding this movie, because they didn't like the previous Batman movies, because this one is different. It sets a new standard for Super Hero movies, putting it into the same class as 'Lord of the Rings' as a fantasy movie. I hope that we will see more Batman sequels of this quality.
Christian Bale is really convincing as Batman, and this movie should put him in the category of a mega star. The movie has a great plot, tight scripting, and is emotionally moving. We get the back story of why and how Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) became Batman, and the exciting development of his character, and personality, including his darker side.
Director Christopher Nolan has created a great movie which will become in my view a classic.
Liam Neeson and Michael Caine were both very convincing, in their roles as well.
The movie didn't rely too much on special effects, although what there was, was very well done, and not readily identifiable as being special effects, which in my opinion is a disadvantage. This movie will definitely be added to my collection of DVDs.
Not wanting to create a spoiler, I will not say too much about the other characters, except to say that they are wonderfully drawn, and acted. I cannot think of a single performance by any actor, who didn't do this story justice.
Everything in this movie works, this is the first Batman movie that I have really liked.
The soundtrack by Hans Zimmer & James Newton Howard is excellent, and moving, and it sets the emotional pace necessary, and I will be buying the sound track as well.