Batman Begins

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Pamela We really enjoyed the movie! Lots of action going on. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/18/23 Full Review Michael Best movie of 2023! Cant wait for the sequel! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/16/23 Full Review Ben W So great! As an origin story, it works incredibly well. The groundednessand grittyness was great. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/16/23 Full Review C E One of the GREATEST movies of all time. This is a beautiful origin story of one of the most complicated, clever heroes in history. This film provides the fascinating ontological roots of a superhero who quite uniquely lacks any kind of actual (supernatural) "superpower." Instead, this movie explains how he himself cultivated the mindset, critical thinking skills, and psychological resilience necessary for facing evil. Interesting, unlike Dark Vader who unquestioningly executed someone at the behest of his trainer, we see how Batman was able to appropriately question authority and remain steadfast in his convictions, ultimately setting him apart from the dark characters in other storylines and making him a true superhero! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/21/25 Full Review Stathis K Story: 9.5/10 – A grounded, serious origin story that shows how Bruce becomes Batman, not just why. It’s realistic, emotional, and beautifully structured. Visuals: 9/10 – Gritty, atmospheric, and perfectly capturing Gotham as a corrupt, decaying city in need of a symbol. Soundtrack: 9.5/10 – Zimmer and James Newton Howard create a powerful, rising theme that feels like Batman being "forged." Action: 8.5/10 – More practical and close-up, but the training scenes and finale are excellent. Performances: 9.5/10 – Christian Bale delivers a deep, believable Bruce Wayne. Neeson, Caine, Oldman, and Murphy elevate every scene. Overall, 9.2/10 Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/16/25 Full Review Oliver J Critics Consensus: Grounded, gripping, and refreshingly mature, Batman Begins resurrects the Dark Knight with emotional depth and cinematic realism—marking a triumphant rebirth for the franchise and setting a new gold standard for superhero origin stories. Director Christopher Nolan reimagines Gotham as a gritty, believable world of corruption and fear, replacing camp and chaos with psychological complexity and moral weight. Christian Bale commands the screen as Bruce Wayne, delivering a layered performance that captures both the billionaire’s inner torment and Batman’s steely resolve. His journey from traumatized orphan to symbol of justice feels authentic, human, and powerful. The supporting cast—Michael Caine’s wise and compassionate Alfred, Gary Oldman’s grounded Jim Gordon, and Liam Neeson’s enigmatic Ra’s al Ghul—brings gravitas to every scene. Nolan’s signature realism, paired with Wally Pfister’s shadow-drenched cinematography and Hans Zimmer’s thundering score, transforms Gotham into a living, breathing character. While the film’s third act occasionally leans into action-movie convention, its emotional core and thematic resonance never waver. Batman Begins isn’t just an origin story—it’s a cinematic statement on fear, identity, and redemption. Verdict: Batman Begins is a bold and brilliant reawakening of the legend—intelligent, intense, and deeply human. The Dark Knight has truly risen. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/12/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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