Batman & Bill

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Batman & Bill

2017

1h 33m

Documentary

Mystery & Thriller

Animation

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Bill Finger helped invent Batman, contributing his origin story, his costume and his varied nemeses. It was only after his death that fans rallied to ensure that the overlooked writer finally received the credit he deserved.

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Julie Hinds

Detroit Free Press

The comics cognoscenti, who are aware of Finger's saga, should still find much to appreciate in the documentary.

May 4, 2017

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David Wiegand

San Francisco Chronicle

The film is beautifully directed by Don Argott and produced by Sheena Joyce. The one thing that's missing is commentary from Kane's side of the story.

Rated: 3/4

May 4, 2017

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Alan French

AwardsCircuit.com

While the documentary has an extremely interesting subject matter, it may only appeal to Batman fans.

Rated: 2/4

Oct 10, 2018

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Kenneth R. Morefield

Christianity Today

It eventually serves as an archetype for anyone who has tried to contribute to a team only to have someone else claim the credit, glory, and rewards that follow in the wake of the team's success.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 26, 2017

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David Wharton

The Daily Dot

The documentary is a must-watch for comics fans, and a gripping real-life story for the rest of us.

May 10, 2017

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Felix Vasquez Jr.

Cinema Crazed

Probably the most important comic book movie ever made.

May 8, 2017

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Ray B

Really informative and well done film that casts light on this unsung artist.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/10/23

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Kyle M

Investigative documentaries are always captivating, and this one is truly a gamechanger as it unveils the actual roots behind the popular caped crusader with wronged acknowledgement and characteristic actuality behind the accompanied name. Ultimately a worthwhile film for comic book fans, particularly admirers of the dark knight's lore, whose depth continuously becomes plural with no defining end in sight, to find their knowledge incomplete. (A-)

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/10/22

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Audience Member

Shit movie! boob vagina disapproves! :(

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/01/24

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Audience Member

Steadily and persistently builds a story for which you want to hear the end. And you do get that. Along the way there are sad times, things you see coming, dramatic revelations, and all with no manufactured melodrama. Very nicely done, and only one major mystery left unanswered - the side story of Fred's ashes. All in all a must-see for fans of comics, superheros, justice, and research and investigation.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/20/23

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Audience Member

Disappointed after the previous reviews.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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Audience Member

Bob Kane is a tool. I’m glad Bill and his family got closure.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/17/18

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Synopsis

Bill Finger helped invent Batman, contributing his origin story, his costume and his varied nemeses. It was only after his death that fans rallied to ensure that the overlooked writer finally received the credit he deserved.

Director: Don Argott, Sheena M. Joyce
Producer: Don Argott, Sheena M. Joyce
Production Co: 9.14 Pictures
Genre: Documentary, Mystery & Thriller, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): May 6, 2017
Runtime: 1h 33m

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