Sunday, October 8, 2023

Batman

Today's review is of the 1989 movie, Batman.

Mob boss Carl Grissom runs Gotham, and the city is in disarray. Attorney General Harvey Dent frantically tries to pin Grissom down, but crime runs rampant. But hope is growing: a mysterious 'Batman' prowls the streets, striking fears into the hearts of criminals. But when Grissom's second-in-command is transformed into the Joker by a tragic accident and starts poisoning the city, people are smiling for a different reason—and not a good one. Will this new menace prove too much for the Bat?

This Tim Burton movie was a hit. It was certainly a product of its time—some corny dialogue and action/effects haven't aged well—but great acting (Michael Keeton, Jack Nicholson, Kim Basinger) and a solid story make up for it. There are a handful of memorable lines, the music is great, and I enjoyed the 'atmosphere' of the film (which includes the set design). Nicholson's Joker is dark yet funny, a sort of hybrid between the campy TV show and the darker interpretations that would hit the screen in the 2000s. Overall, I enjoyed the re-watch more than I thought I would, and the kids liked it, too.

Rating: B+

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