Product: Batman Begins (Two-Disc Deluxe Edition) (2005)
Rating: 4.0
The Best Batman Origin Movie Yet.
I don't want to start a "who plays the best Batman" argument going with this review. That is not the case here. Let me be clear that for the first time ever in movie format, the writers for Batman Begins FINALLY got Bruce Wayne's parents murder correct. I know that sounds strange, but it means a lot if you are a Batman fan. It was not the Joker or Harvey Dent who fueled Bruce becoming the Dark Knight. It was a thief... how hard was that to get right? Aside from that, this origin story is believable with the present day setting and almost to the point of "wow, this could actually happen." The best part of this film is the minimal use of CGI. Of course the bats, parts of the train, and some of Gotham was CGI integrated, but still very believable looking. The Bat-mobile or Tumbler tank was a real treat to see. the amazing notion is that it actually exists and you couldn't help yourself with saying "I want one!"Another plus is there is an awesome amount of A-list actors and actresses in this film. All are wonderful performance with making a Batman story come to life scene after scene. The only problem I had with the movie were some new character additions like Rachel Dawes as a main character. But Katy Holmes performance was good so I immediately didn't mind her being in it. I know that people particularly Batman fans and non fans alike questioned the voice Christan Bale used. I just wish people would understand why. Unlike George Clooney's (gags self) or Michael Keaton's performances, you wouldn't talk in your normal voice if trying to hide your real identity and invoking fear into thugs. You want to mask your voice and sound intimidating. It did get questionable in The Dark Knight sequel, but I just wish people would get over this stupid hump. Watch the bonus features for the making of Batman Begins and watch Christian Bale perform. You will understand why he was chosen to be Batman.The influences from various comic book source material is apparent. Most of the ideas like the famous bat swarm scene is from Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli's Year One mini series. Anyway, Batman Begins is worth a Blu-Ray price for 720 to 1080p resolution and High Definition surround sound. It's a must own for Batman or action movie fans.