Brilliant

Rating: Null/10 (1 August 2002)

Usually sequels are never as good as the original, unless it's a film like the Godfather. I stand corrected with Batman Returns. Who better to fill the shoes of the Penguin than Danny Devito! Michael Keaton returns with the same incredible performance as Batman. This is another brilliant film from the twisted mind of Tim Burton. I have to say that this was one of my favorite movies ever made. I was so impressed with how well this one was made. It stayed true to the original. Gotham City is still dismal and grim. We see many reprisal roles from the original such as Michael Gough and Pat Hingle. Tim Burton is a pure genius. Casting Christopher Walken as Max Shrek is one of the best moves he's ever made. Casting Michelle Phiefer as Catwoman is also a genius move. She is sexy, bold, and funny. She really goes deep into the madness that Selena Kyle is faced with. She brings it to life so well. I can't comment enough on her performance. Burton also teams back up with Danny Elfman to create another incredible score. He uses light strings to bring to life the world of the Catwoman. This movie is by far two thumbs up with me. I recommend it to everyone!