Pure and simply outstanding magic

Rating: 8/10 (15 June 2005)

Well what can I say? I walked in praying for this to make me believe and it sure was something. For a long time the Batman movie franchise has taken a beating from the critics but this should silence them for a while. The movie does justice to the roots of the dark knight,it shows how he evolved from a rich prince of Gotham to what he truly is. The essence of Batman was caught on screen and I can truly say this is the best Batman movie you will watch, Kudos to Chris Nolan for a job well done. I couldn't ask for a better actor to carry on the legacy of Batman, Christian Bale plays the Dark Knight with class. Of course to compliment Bale's terrific performance there's Michael Caine who plays a magnificent Alfred. I also want to mention Cillian Murphy who shines in this movie as the Scarecrow. But as with everything nothing is ever perfect and this is sadly true for this movie. I don't want to bash Katie Holmes but she just wasn't the right choice for this role. While I can not make a better suggestion as I lack the slightest trace of creativity she just did not have the chemistry with Bale, she lacked absolute emotion through this movie. hell she was a pain to watch. Also I would have liked to learn more of the origins of Ra's Al Ghul but thats not something I would complain about for Liam Neeson as always is outstanding..He is Batman's teacher and that i could believe. For the people who have no interest in comic book movies...hell just go and watch it for the cool 4 wheeler...sure beats the crap outta those Monster trucks. This movie scores a solid 7.5 outta 10 for me. I blame Holmes for the wrongdoing.