Bravo! Quite simply: the best action-hero film ever.

Rating: 10/10 (15 June 2005)

Writer/Director Christopher Nolan has finally given Batman the respect he deserves. While the previous franchise films have been humorously entertaining at best, it is only with BATMAN BEGINS that are we treated to a hero with dignity and class.
The casting choice of Christian Bale as Batman/Bruce Wayne was superb. His dashing good looks are secondary to his talent and depth, which is the true earmark of a bona fide actor. There hasn't been, nor is there currently, any other well-known actor that possesses the versatility, intelligence, charisma, and scintillating power, which Christian Bale possesses. The credit for bringing Christopher Nolan's vision of the Batman character to life *belongs* to him.
Add the fine casting choices of Michael Caine, Liam Neeson, Morgan Freeman and Gary Oldman, and Mr. Nolan has set the scene for an astounding cinematic feast for **the heart**. Additionally, I suspect newcomer Gus Lewis, as the 8-year-old Bruce, will prove to be quite a talent in the years to come. They were all just brilliant.
BATMAN BEGINS doesn't just entertain, it makes one *believe*.
It will make you cheer, applaud, cry, laugh, and it will take your breath away!
Encore! Encore! Encore!