Holy Godfather II, Batman- a sequel that's better than the original!

Rating: Null/10 (3 April 2002)

I adored this movie. Not only my favourite in the series, but also one of my all time favourite movies.. EVER!! I exaggerate, I hear you say? Mais non. The sets are spectacular, the performances are unforgettable, and the script is darker than the actors' dress code.
The acting: First off, I was a little worried when I heard that Burton was casting Danny deVito as the Penguin, but I was wrong. DeVito, along with Burton's slight alterations to the Penguin's original physique (flippers, frequent BLACK nose bleeds), make the Penguin one of the scariest screen villains in a long time. There is, nevertheless, respectful reference made to Burgess Meredith's character in this Penguin's choice of attire during his mayoral campaign- monocle, cigarette-holder, top hat etc. As for the rest of the cast: Michelle Pfeiffer- WOW!; Keaton, on top form as always as both the moody millionaire and whispering-monotone superhero; and Walken, once again proving that he is king of the screen sociopaths.
The script: With classic lines like "I believe the word you're looking for is.AAAAAAARRGGHH!!!!", "They wouldn't put me on a pedestal, so I'm layin' 'em on a slab!" and "Life's a bitch, now so am I," need I say more?
The music: That one and only, born-to-score-Batman, Burton-mindreading legend, Danny Elfman. Sorry Elliot, but you're just no good at this kinda thing. Oh, and before I forget, Michelle Pfeiffer is WOW!
I will admit that this is definitely not one for the kiddies (unlike Schumacher's crowd pleasing pap), but who the hell said that it was supposed to be?! Batman endured his time as a camp family-hero back in the 60's; now it's time for Burton to show us how he was meant to be (and this time, thankfully without the Prince songs), and, with his new feline adversary, endearing himself to S & M fans along the way no doubt.

Will Burton, Keaton and Elfman, like Batman, also Return? Let's hope so.
P.S. Michelle Pfeiffer: WOW!