Product: Batman Begins (Two-Disc Deluxe Edition) (2005)
Rating: 5.0
evolution of the legend
Christian Bale is excellent as the pre-hero, learning martial arts, disciplines and harsh wisdom from Liam Neeson. Then Bale reassumes a role in his father's company, from which he manufactures all those bat-trinkets. Michael Caine as the butler is sharp and plays a greater role in guiding the younger Bruce Wayne. Ladies like me will love the beefed-up Bale, who looks even hunkier without the bat outfit. Lots of action as he becomes known as the great crimefighter, but playing the spoiled rich guy from 9 to 5. He reveals himself only to a childhood girl friend, played sweetly by Katie Holmes. Bale glides confidently through the special effects, lending realism to the impossible.