Yet another Hollywood Let-down

Rating: 2/10 (18 November 2005)

Having just watched the DVD release of this summer blockbuster, I have little to report in regards to Batman Begins, other than these few words: exceedingly disappointing. After an enthralling and intelligent 40 minute preamble, the story slides into a cookie-cutter WAL-MART stocking-stuffer. What a shame - great cast, interesting setup, beautiful sets, intelligent director - but lousy bloody script! What a shame Hollywood shows only an interest in producing lunch-pail products. The film ends in one's mind before you switch off your television; you know he gets the girl, saves the city and punishes the bad guys . . . and yet, this film is so obvious and predictable, I had to watch it to the end, just to ensure it WAS predictable. Ah well, I've lost all my faith in comic-book to film adaptations. At least Sin City pushed the limits (of good and bad taste). All Batman Begins pushes are a suggested sequel, a Mac Ronald's promo and some Chinese action figures.