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Batman Begins

2005
Drama
Suspense/Thriller
2h 20m
Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins explores the origins of the Batman legend and the Dark Knight's emergence as a force for good in Gotham. (Warner Bros.)
Directed by:
Christopher Nolan Christopher Nolan
Written by:
David S. Goyer David S. Goyer Christopher Nolan Christopher Nolan Bob Kane Bob Kane
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Starring:
Katie Holmes Katie Holmes Gary Oldman Gary Oldman Christian Bale Christian Bale Morgan Freeman Morgan Freeman Michael Caine Michael Caine Linus Roache Linus Roache Tom Wilkinson Tom Wilkinson Rutger Hauer Rutger Hauer Liam Neeson Liam Neeson Cillian Murphy Cillian Murphy Mark Boone Junior Mark Boone Junior Karen David Karen David
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Franchises:
Batman, The Dark Knight Trilogy
Genres:
Drama, Suspense/Thriller, Action, Adventure
Countries:
UK, USA
Languages:
English, Mandarin
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Batman Begins

2005
Drama
Suspense/Thriller
2h 20m
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beedubBeeDub
Rated 29 Jun 2016
100
97th
The first live-action movie that really got Batman right. Intelligent, serious, exciting, and moving in all the right ways.
Rated 29 Jun 2016
gogokaingogokain
Rated 27 Dec 2007
90
96th
The first 15 minutes of Batman Begins are better than the last three Batman movies combined. Proof that, when taken seriously by people who really understand the source material, comic book movies can be as compelling as anything else.
Rated 27 Dec 2007
lrampartllrampartl
Rated 14 Aug 2007
96
98th
Easily the best Batman movie ever. They somehow fit a full explaining of the character's backstory, roots and motivations, along with great villains, into roughly 2 hours. Simply outstanding. Improves greatly upon repeated viewings. Has to lose 4 points because of Katie Holmes.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
whomperizewhomperize
Rated 14 Aug 2007
82
84th
Surpassed my expectations. I couldn't believe how rock solid they made the development of Bruce Wayne into Batman. When the action finally kicks in after an hour-plus of character development, it makes it that much better. Very dark, and just how a Batman film should be. My favorite comic book movie thus far.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
hawkinsHawkins
Rated 29 Aug 2018
67
39th
There's like ten characters and five of them are Batman's father figures. Which one was your favorite? Oldman had the dadliest mustache, Caine had the best smartass shtick, Freeman was definitely the 'cool' dad and Neeson the disciplinarian...you got an oscar-worthy Wild Hogs in there somewhere.
Rated 29 Aug 2018
juntakinte99juntakinte99
Rated 14 Jun 2021
84
69th
Nolan's creativity came in not creating a prequel, but a reboot; an almost unheard-of idea at the time. His pre-filming screening of Blade Runner shines as an influence, as Chicago is transformed into a Gotham City full of urban renewal. Likewise, the impact of Richard Donner's Superman comes across by casting known dramatic actors for a fanboy comic book movie. It all still holds up, with "Nolan-esque" now shorthand for grounded realism & the MCU using the picture as a template for Iron Man.
Rated 14 Jun 2021
ozymandius10ozymandius10
Rated 14 Aug 2007
89
97th
As far as Batman goes, this is easily the best of the series. It was nice to finally see a SERIOUS look at a Batman movie. While many will contend that the first of the Tim Burton Batman's is the best, I wholeheartedly disagree. This is truly the only Batman movie that has come close to getting it right.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
martintellerMartinTeller
Rated 17 Jan 2007
70
35th
Certainly not a BAD film: well-constructed, fairly enjoyable from start to finish, even mildly exciting at times. But I'm tired of people making comic book stories "adult". Comics are fun, brainless, childish entertainment; trying to make them complex by giving the hero a dark side just seems silly. It's more adolescent than adult. And what the hell is Katie Holmes doing here? She's nothing more than a pair of nipples which have a habit of poking through whatever she happens to be wearing.
Rated 17 Jan 2007
mendeljefmendeljef
Rated 01 May 2007
78
81st
although Batman is a cliché figure the creators and actors made a great twist to the batmanstory, much better than the rest of the batmanstory's
Rated 01 May 2007
doctor7doctor7
Rated 09 May 2008
86
86th
Rewatched this in preparation for The Dark Knight Returns and it's pretty much exactly as I remember it. Everything about this film is amazing, the acting is superb and the story perfectly establishes this a different Batman franchise, well everything except the cinematography and editing during the fight scenes. They're poorly cut and the liberal use of close-ups really drag them down. That is literally my only complaint though and aside from that this film is superb.
Rated 09 May 2008
dakota99Dakota99
Rated 27 Feb 2021
9
95th
Batman Begins deserves so much credit for what it is. Easily one of the better origin stories from a superhero movie we've ever seen. It brought legitimacy back to the Batman character, and superhero movies as a whole. Nolan/Bale showed that superhero movies could take that next step. Everything from Nolan's cinematography, screenplay, and direction, he was just perfect for this. That's not even including Murphy's Scarecrow which cemented it's new dark tone. Damn near flawless.
Rated 27 Feb 2021
octanedoseOctaneDose
Rated 14 Aug 2007
88
87th
Certainly the most accurate adaptation of Batman ever done, this is also one of the best. Perhaps not as exciting as some might find the original Tim Burton Batman, but a very well made, well acted film that successfully reboots the Batman series. Worth checking out if your only knowledge of Batman resides with the Burton films (or worse, the Schumacher ones), or if you like comic book movies in general.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
mdruskinmdruskin
Rated 14 Aug 2007
83
85th
While I often enjoy super hero movies such as Spiderman or X-Men, I never found them to be very good movies. But now finally, after so many tries (I include the Tim Burton Batman too) of only getting good entertaining movies, we actually get a very good one. Batman Begins has great action and is very entertaining and above all that it is actually a very good movie, with developed characters, decent dialog and an interesting, dark story. A very enjoyable movie and is very recommended even to peop
Rated 14 Aug 2007
jimmynmujimmynmu
Rated 06 Mar 2007
63
43rd
Way better than the recent batman films but I still didn't enjoy it very much. The whole chinese subplot was cheesy, same with Neeson's character. It gets pretty dark and serious at times, yet it still has really corny elements (the batmobile is really stupid). There were a few stupid lines too: "I gotta get me one of them!". Batman Begins was obviously made by a talented director, it just feels kind of immature. This normally shouldn't be a problem in a comic book movie, but it is here.
Rated 06 Mar 2007
jetjaguarjetjaguar
Rated 30 Jun 2007
85
63rd
An excellent re-imagining of the Batman mythos from the ground up, telling a part of the story never explored in movies before. The overly-realistic tone hems in some of the more outrageous elements of the character, but watching him take shape is great. The third act, with the sudden appearance of Mister Exposition in the control booth, is fairly annoying, but it doesn't sink the film's strengths.
Rated 30 Jun 2007
n3kr0mnx3rN3kr0M@nX3r
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
92nd
The first batman movie that feels like a true serious batman movie. Christopher Nolan delivers his usual exceptional directing skills and matching that up with Christian Bale's fantastic acting skills, you get a hell of a movie. The script is well done, the effects are great, the only thing that is truly lackluster is Katie Holmes who is possibly the movies major flaw. Even if you aren't a a batman fan you will still enjoy be able to enjoy the movie for all its worth.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
citizenxCitizenX
Rated 24 Dec 2007
90
97th
There shouldnt be any Batman movie without Bale anymore, without doubt the best Batman ever, even better than the old TV Series :D
Rated 24 Dec 2007
jazzlearnerjazz_learner
Rated 14 Aug 2007
94
93rd
the best Batman movie to date. good cast, good story line that rectifies most wrong-doings of past attempts. can't wait for the sequel to see if they actually have Joker in it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
battletoadBattleToad
Rated 14 Aug 2007
97
98th
This is the first movie to truly do the Dark Knight justice. It's more than a comic book movie. It's an epic! From beginning to end, Batman Begins pulls you in and doesn't let go thanks to an amazing cast, Hans Zimmer's intense score, Bale's incredible portrayal of Bruce Wayne and Batman, and the brilliant origin story of one of the world's greatest fictional heroes. Awesome!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
teddedonTedDedon
Rated 18 Mar 2007
90
86th
Batman Begins is a surprisingly impressive mix of drama, action, and suspense wrapped up in Gotham City. It's the best superhero movie to date because it doesn't feel like a superhero movie at all.
Rated 18 Mar 2007
annmovieAnnMovie
Rated 17 Sep 2008
90
61st
Really well done movie! There's a plethora of great acting (Bale, Freeman, Cain, Neeson, Oldman), and the script was pretty superb! I took issue with a few of Batman's seemingly careless acts - but it appeared this was something he corrected, and as I saw the tv version, more of Bruce's arc might have been edited out. There were some beautiful lines (script) as well. Good effects and great music! And I always love films where we see the character training and becoming the hero! :D
Rated 17 Sep 2008
servantdagonServantDagon
Rated 14 Aug 2007
86
72nd
Near-flawless adaptation of the Dark Knight.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
stvesaStVeSa
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
91st
Most certainly the way Batman was meant to be, Christian Bale for the win.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
garethmgarethm
Rated 02 Jan 2009
89
89th
I had all but given up on action hero movies thanks to the mass of cheesy, soppy big budget mush I have been forced to suffer but this is much darker and endlessly more credible. As soon as it finished I couldn't wait for the next installment which I hear isnt bad either......
Rated 02 Jan 2009
kasperlKasperL
Rated 20 Jul 2012
70
65th
Flawed from the outset because, although Nolan's Gotham is a convincing and compelling place, it's difficult to take a character like Batman seriously (especially when played insanely irritatingly by Mr Bale), one of a fair share of problems including underwhelming baddies, poorly edited fight scenes, tone-disrupting jokes and Katie Holmes. But the batmobile is pretty cool. Also thumbs up to score, visuals and pacing. A polished rock, at best, then, rather than the jewel many make it out to be.
Rated 20 Jul 2012
bunyasBunyas
Rated 04 Mar 2007
88
96th
The best Batman film after Batman Returns!
Rated 04 Mar 2007
jarmannJarmann
Rated 08 Nov 2007
81
74th
After some truly horrible Batman movies, this one sails up and saves the day. Our dark, depressive and slightly mad Batman is back!
Rated 08 Nov 2007
boobjuiceBoobjuice
Rated 12 Jul 2007
80
80th
This is what a Batman movie SHOULD be: dark, atmospheric, action-packed, dramatic. Christian Bale was great as Bruce Wayne/Batman because he was surly as hell and he looked like he could cut a Christmas ham with his abdominal muscles. Katie Holmes was utterly worthless. Some parts of the movie made me cry because I'm embarrassingly corny. I can't wait for Nolan's next installment... I'll be the first retard in the theater, drooling all over my crudely-constructed Batman costume.
Rated 12 Jul 2007
billyshearsBillyShears
Rated 14 Nov 2020
90
92nd
It’s too bad they spent so much time building Gotham up only to totally abandon all of its personality in the two sequels. Bitch I know boring old Chicago when I see it. Sure I can get raped and mugged and murdered there but baby where is the flavour.
Rated 14 Nov 2020
lachapellelachapelle
Rated 14 Aug 2007
98
99th
THE BEST SUPER HERO COMIC BOOK ADAPTATION *EVER*. Loses two points for being a little too long. I loved Superman I and II, loved Spiderman I and II, liked the Hulk a bunch, but this movie is so much better than all of them. Alfred - best ever. Lucius Fox - un-freaking-belivably good! Raz ah Gul - WOW! Now I have to go see it again...
Rated 14 Aug 2007
cinematicespCinematicESP
Rated 06 Feb 2007
95
96th
This is how Batman should be. The only thing missing was the detective element, which they will hopefully explore in the sequel. One of the best casts I can think of. Lots of character development, which I love.
Rated 06 Feb 2007
fudgiebfudgieb
Rated 14 Aug 2007
99
97th
The best Batman. I own them all and love the first one. A lot. But this was better. Christian Bale was the perfect Bruce Wayne.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
glumpy99glumpy_99
Rated 28 Jul 2012
97
94th
Masterful opening act scores in all areas where the sequels flounder: presenting a gripping, stripped-down narrative, and psychologically believable context for the Batman legend, with an array of colourful supporting characters whose relationships with Wayne/Batman help further an exploration of the character's psyche. Caine is the stand-out, providing a by turns touching and amusing father figure, and the action scenes are genuinely exciting and well conceived. A masterpiece of the genre.
Rated 28 Jul 2012
vince_leoVince Leo
Rated 14 Aug 2007
79
83rd
Comic books have always been seen as kid stuff, although if you were to read any of the most popular titles, you'd realize that they cater primarily to adults these days. Hollywood seems to have finally caught up with films like Batman Begins, with a depth of character and knowledge of subject matter that will have adults dragging their kids to the theater to see the next chapter in the saga, instead of the other way around.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
fredericg54frederic_g54
Rated 12 Dec 2008
8
78th
(after repeat viewings) I laud the The Dark Knight for its exciting action sequences and amazing (and overlooked (Eckhart, Oldman)) performances, but this film makes my heart pound every time I see it, because of its compelling storyline, superb script, emotional resonance and a couple of scenes that I already consider to be classics (Tumbler chase scene, ending scene...). I feel people should stop debating which film is better, because to me, they're just as good. Just in different aspects.
Rated 12 Dec 2008
cmonsterCMonster
Rated 29 Mar 2011
86
83rd
I do realize it is an unpopular opinion, but it is my person favorite of the Nolan Batman films. And if you disagree I have a quote from Mark from The Room, "Keep your comments in your stupid pocket."
Rated 29 Mar 2011
spitfireSpitfire
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
92nd
I'm a big fan of the comic and have been horribly disappointed in all other previous Warner Brothers offerings. This is a Batman film I can endorse! While not perfect, it corrects many of the flaws of the forgettable Tim Burton butcherings. Ignoring Katie Holmes' character, the casting is absolutely the best.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
luna6ixLuna6ix
Rated 17 May 2008
86
92nd
Best Batman movie of it's time. far surpasses all others in feel, writing and direction. Too bad the movie is lacking in formidable super-villains.
Rated 17 May 2008
ocelotOcelot
Rated 22 Mar 2015
70
73rd
[rewatch] I hadn't seen this movie in 10 years, and in that time, it has been overshadowed by imitators -- and its own (far superior) sequel. But the commitment to its theme and willingness to develop its world is commendable, even if the first half of the movie is so promising and the second half has Liam Neeson using fear gas to scare all of Gotham. He could have just shown them The Phantom Menace!
Rated 22 Mar 2015
warlockwarlock
Rated 10 Apr 2007
94
96th
A well written blockbuster? You don't say! Not only is it well written and well directed, but Bale is just about perfect as the duel role of Bruce Wayne and Batman. Both Gary Oldman and Michael Caine do a great job supporting. The only hitch, and it's a small one is Katy Holmes. She just seemed out of place in this movie. From what I hear she won't be in the Dark Knight sequel so they've already improved on this one.
Rated 10 Apr 2007
svicciarellisvicciarelli
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
94th
Absolutely brilliant. The Batman character has never been so entertainingly defined. I don't know how a sequel could work they've created such a marvelous protagonist.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
therealj_roTheRealJ-Ro
Rated 24 Sep 2009
90
93rd
To go back and watch BB, and look for the elements of it that lay the groundwork for what could easily go down as the best comic book movie ever (The Dark Knight), just gives you that much more appreciation for what Nolan accomplishes with BB.
Rated 24 Sep 2009
agentsnipeAgentSnipe
Rated 14 Aug 2007
92
98th
I was astounded by this movie. The film looks great, is well-written, and superbly acted. Christian Bale's Batman is the most real Batman. There's nothing that is without explanation and you really get to know him and how he became The Dark Knight.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
newbiepsychnewbiepsych
Rated 27 Mar 2010
92
85th
Christopher Nolan brought back Batman with style here in this superb opening installment. A genuinely dark production with many pieces of quotable dialogue, memorable moments and marvellous acting all combine to make a spectacular reboot.
Rated 27 Mar 2010
idiot27000idiot27000
Rated 14 Aug 2007
65
40th
Takes itself too seriously for it's own good. Good character study as far as the Bruce Wayne side of the film goes, but dull and lifeless when it comes to Batman.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
gareth_watkinsGareth Watkins
Rated 14 Aug 2007
93
98th
The best version of the Batman comics committed yet to film. Bale is pitch-perfect as Wayne/Batman and Christopher Nolan's direction is wonderful
Rated 14 Aug 2007
fowpfowp
Rated 14 Aug 2007
65
31st
Decent as far as blockbusters go, but a waste of Chris Nolan's talents, and Bale's too. Still, everyone needs to pay their mortgages.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
bethelysabethelysa
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
71st
Okay, I'll admit it. When I saw this, I'd never seen any of the Batman movies before and had little desire to do so. But, much to my surprise, I LOVED this. Loved the idea of Batman creating his own legend with ingenuity rather than superpowers and loved the acting -- with the forgettable exception of Katie Holmes. Sheer delight!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
joshstew06JoshStew06
Rated 14 Aug 2007
86
74th
A perfect relaunching of the franchise, and thankfully making everyone forget about the last two installments in the series. Bale makes a great Batman, and the rest of the cast is uniformly good (excepting Katie Holmes who is just decent). Can't wait to see where this new franchise goes, hopefully to a Rachel McAdams' Catwoman.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
grimace98grimace98
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
89th
What other Batman movies?
Rated 14 Aug 2007
njoynJoy
Rated 20 Nov 2007
81
82nd
Had it been Scarlett Johansson instead of Katie fucking Holmes; this would've been an instant classic. Great movie nonetheless, I love Christian Bale as Batman.
Rated 20 Nov 2007
avinashavinash
Rated 02 Apr 2008
84
65th
Solid start to a solid Batman. The Caped Crusader is finally the focal point, and it only took five movies. The characters all come together around Bale. The love story is lacking. Ra's Al-Ghul as a little bit less awesome than I would've liked, but he's fine. Scarecrow is definitely creepy. Note: Watch the guy at the end fixing up Wayne's mansion with a shovel.
Rated 02 Apr 2008
paxtonPaxton
Rated 27 Mar 2014
75
80th
How awesome is Rutger Hauer? Exactly as awesome as Katie Holmes is terrible. Its like ever since she convinced herself being with a hot guy who might be a closeted homosexual was a good career choice, I cannot stand her. She never should have been with that Pacey.
Rated 27 Mar 2014
pickpocketPickpocket
Rated 25 Feb 2007
8
82nd
The most fascinating parts of the movie are the beginning parts, the flashbacks with the kid, Bruce training, etc. Ultimately suffers from not having a real villain because Batman just seems to overpower everyone so easily, especially Carmine Falcone. It's still really really well made, minus some of the fight scenes where you can't tell what the hell is going on. People complain about Katie Holmes but I really can't understand it cause she's so fucking hot that it's ridiculous to complain.
Rated 25 Feb 2007
fabfunkfabfunk
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
73rd
Aces adaptation of the classic character, grounding the Batman story and rationalizing his mission of vengeance. Clunky scriptwork is overshadowed by a somber mood, a gorgeous score, and some first rate performances.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
bart123bart123
Rated 05 Jan 2007
92
90th
Excellent, excellent film. Very much a breath taker, i named my cat batman after seeing it, was much impressed. ofcourse not the deepest around, it shows a nice version of the batman mythology, and directed with panache and energy. Great!
Rated 05 Jan 2007
lauratronlauratron
Rated 03 Aug 2008
80
71st
Katie Holmes sucks.
Rated 03 Aug 2008
ecitizeneCitizen
Rated 05 Jan 2013
80
83rd
Excellent cast, good acting, great action and an interesting long reaching story all combine to make a fun movie experience. Christian Bale, Katie Holmes, Liam Neeson and Morgan Freeman are particularly good. Great music. A great addition to the Batman story. Great props and gadgetry also.
Rated 05 Jan 2013
leonardisLeonardis
Rated 10 Feb 2012
94
79th
A really good start to what would become my favorite Batman movie series. All of the cast is solid (minus Holmes) and the overall tone feels just like a Batman tale should. I like that the story shows just how far Batman will go to serve justice and just how crazy he kind of is. It's also beautifully filmed and directed. Highly recommend if you like Batman, even if it isn't quite how people picture Batman and the world of Gotham. Also, Murphy is legitimately chilling at times.
Rated 10 Feb 2012
moribunnyMoribunny
Rated 21 Feb 2007
0
0th
Unbelievably boring. They sort of tried to go for drama and character development to give depth to the superhero thing, but the execution is inept, the writing is laughably lame and there isn't even any action to speak of. The movie just doesn't work on any level whatsoever.
Rated 21 Feb 2007
snowd3nsnowd3n
Rated 10 Jun 2007
3
57th
How could they have messed this up? Christian Bale is by far the worst Batman so far, and the over acting in this movie took away the dark and dreary atmosphere and almost moved the movie close to being campy, and it wasn't even trying to be.
Rated 10 Jun 2007
kjnrgKJNRG
Rated 08 Jul 2007
75
16th
Shitty pacing and fight scenes that are too up close made this movie pretty goddamn annoying for me to sit through at the theater.
Rated 08 Jul 2007
neil_millerNeil Miller
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
86th
Very few of us can appreciate what Director Christopher Nolan was doing when he decided to pass on long cut, wide angled fight scenes; but it adds to the overall mood of the film very well. Even though the ending got a little far fetched, I still believe that this is the best film in the Batman vault.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
jigmedatseJigmeDatse
Rated 26 Nov 2007
87
70th
This was the best Batman movie that I've seen. It explains why Gotham is the way it is. It goes through and makes sense. Too bad there are not more movies that make sense of what happened.
Rated 26 Nov 2007
actionbergActionberg
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
71st
Batman to a T.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
ayavaronAyavaron
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
54th
It respected the source material and treated the audience with the maturity to explain how things like this could actually happen in the real world. Your disbelief is perfectly suspended here and that makes a man fighting criminals in a batsuit that much cooler.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
jamiesheltonJamieShelton
Rated 18 Oct 2007
90
54th
If you're curious what Batman might have ended up like if an Englishman had created him, check out this engaging actioner. Christian Bale, Liam Neeson, Michael Caine & Gary Oldman give their characters suave sophistication that almost transcends a "comic book" story. Ken Watanabe is hugely entertaining in a small role as a villianous leader.
Rated 18 Oct 2007
el_caminoEl Camino
Rated 06 Aug 2008
88
93rd
Finally a Batman movie that wasn't over the top, cartoony and just plain silly. I enjoyed the original 1989 Batman and then gave up (thanks Joel Schmuck). Who knew Batman was a true American Psycho?
Rated 06 Aug 2008
seanfunkseanfunk
Rated 09 Apr 2008
70
47th
I'm a huge fan of Tim Burton and I hate the Joel Schumacher efforts so was pleasantly surprised by this outing. Chris Nolan is great and Bale made a great Bruce Wayne, we'll have to see how good a Batman he becomes in The Dark Knight - I can't wait. Heath Heath Heath!
Rated 09 Apr 2008
overratedoverrated
Rated 10 Jan 2010
77
87th
After thinking about it, Nolan's gunning for gritty realism doesn't mesh as well as I thought it did with the comic book subject matter. The main strength, and strangely what most people complain about, is the setup of the first half and watching the potential unfold. Just like TDK the last act falters, not due to pacing but because the silliness of the villain's plot clashes with the tone of everything beforehand. Otherwise a solid popcorn movie.
Rated 10 Jan 2010
chroniclerChronicler
Rated 19 Oct 2013
98
71st
One of my personal favorite batman films, batman begins focuses on the origins of batman, how he came to be and his early days fighting crime within Gotham city. Christian Bale gives a decent performance as batman but is better suited for the Bruce Wayne role. Liam Nelson gives a serviceable take on Ra's al Ghul but the other villain Scarecrow was a little weak but it didn't hurt the film overall.
Rated 19 Oct 2013
filmspitfilmspit
Rated 12 Oct 2007
90
54th
Enjoyable and mature attempt to inject life into a popular culture character who is shown as motivated by his quest to overcome his fear. Christopher Nolan's (Memento) version is not better than Tim Burton's. But different and, so far, as good.
Rated 12 Oct 2007
bcareyusafBCareyUSAF
Rated 29 Dec 2009
97
92nd
Holy shit, why wasn't this released 100 years ago?
Rated 29 Dec 2009
shiwejshiwej
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
99th
After watching this film in the theater I was speechless. It is the Batman movie I have been waiting my whole life for. The darkness, the story; it's just made right. And the way Batman begins is believable.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
recklessmessrecklessmess
Rated 31 Jan 2010
83
81st
Why does Batman sound like he has a frog in his throat? I thought bats ate insects, not amphibians.
Rated 31 Jan 2010
soixistSoixist
Rated 29 Mar 2021
80
60th
Really Good
Rated 29 Mar 2021
hyped83hyped83
Rated 14 Aug 2007
99
92nd
Oh good lord, I was blown away. Not by the movie, but because I was surprised it turned out so well. If you saw Memento and liked it and you can read a comic book, then this is for you!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
triletrile
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
43rd
Not the best Batman movie but surely not the worst (the worst is with Clooney). I personally like Bale, but it didn't look like this is THE role for him. Cathy is pathetic. Directing mediocre. Keaton is still unbeaten!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
oedipaxOedipax
Rated 14 Aug 2007
50
14th
Letdown. Burton's first Batman film is still the gold standard.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
hellboy76hellboy76
Rated 20 Sep 2010
76
92nd
I see this all as wonderful set up for what was to come. Holmes is awful. Remarkable in the sense that it sets up what the comic failed to do for 50 years or so; that Batman is every bit as crazy as the villains he chases.
Rated 20 Sep 2010
eee_e
Rated 29 Sep 2008
95
97th
You gotta appreciate this on some level, it's that rare thing, a big budget comic book adaptation that relies more on characters and ideas than non stop explosions. It's also hugely successful in creating a fierce, lurid and dark atmosphere. The finest action movie ever? Quite possibly, yet it's so such more.
Rated 29 Sep 2008
hakkanarejohakkanarejo
Rated 20 Aug 2015
98
79th
"Batman Begins" blew me away from start to finish and kept me glued to my seat for its almost two-and-a-half hour running time. It features astounding action sequences expertly directed by Christopher Nolan. Of course, it also contains an amazing cast, led by Bale's flawless performance. And yes, in my opinion it finally gets the central character of Batman correct. This version of Bruce Wayne/Batman isn't some perfect, all knowing and wise crime fighter.
Rated 20 Aug 2015
manhattaManhatta
Rated 07 Mar 2008
74
48th
Good casting (minus one, I wonder who?), good direction, and a terrible script. I had high hopes for this, as I loved Batman when I was a kid, but this could have been a lot better.
Rated 07 Mar 2008
jacobkoshjacobkosh
Rated 03 Aug 2007
88
81st
Almost everything I could have wanted from a Batman movie. Neither Katie Holmes nor some third-act silliness with Gordon and some Hollywood-friendly bullshit screenwriting ("let's ironically repeat the bad guy's words back at him!") manage to fatally mar the gritty, realistic vision on display here.
Rated 03 Aug 2007
shamemShamem
Rated 31 Oct 2007
90
83rd
A very good (and long overdue) rehash of the batman story. Great acting, pacing, story, basically everything. Hopefully they can keep it up for the rest of the franchise.
Rated 31 Oct 2007
movieranterMovieranter
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
82nd
Great flick. Full of talented people. Nolan is a very talented guy. Had more story than the average comic flick, which was much appreciated.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
kavuKavu
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
85th
A movie that reinvented a franchise that had hit rock bottom and did it with style.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
syvyyssyvyys
Rated 11 Sep 2008
50
7th
a superhero can alway be just as strong and impressive as his evil counterpart is and... this whole scarecrow thing didn't worked too well. i mean, oh suprise, batman can beat a guy even twice.
Rated 11 Sep 2008
ruderude
Rated 09 Jun 2009
80
69th
Was the cameraman being chased by a bear? That's how chaotic the action scenes are.
Rated 09 Jun 2009
gavinmcdgavinmcd
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
64th
The fighting scenes are weak, but everything else was really cool.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
cosmicmonkeyCosmicMonkey
Rated 27 Nov 2020
78
58th
15 Years later, and this film's influence is inarguable and inescapable, from "dark and gritty" being en mode to countless franchise reboots. Ahead of its time, and admirably ambitious, Nolan's attempt to turn a superhero film into a dark, operatic pscychoanalysis still falls prey to too many genre tropes to really succeed, with its sequels more successfully achieving Nolan's storytelling goals, albeit not all at the same time.
Rated 27 Nov 2020
explodingboyExplodingBoy
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
93rd
An amazing revitalization of the Batman film franchise, choosing to focus on the darker aspects of the character. The cast is consistantly perfect in their roles, and the direction is top notch.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
lawrencelawrence
Rated 09 Jun 2009
97
70th
Christian Bale will fuck your mother without saying please.
Rated 09 Jun 2009
ranaldRanald
Rated 21 Jun 2010
90
90th
Superhero origin movie made superior by its attention to detail and quality cast.
Rated 21 Jun 2010
waldheriWaldheri
Rated 15 Oct 2008
90
90th
I'm not really welcoming all the cartoon-to-film transformations. I didn't like X-men that much, I hated Iron Man and I thought the Spider Man films were pretty mediocre. Because of this I dodged Batman Begins initially, but a friend who knows my taste pretty well recommended it to me. Damn, was this film a pleasant surprise! As opposed to Iron Man, Batman Begins has very well thought-out character development and while it is fiction, it isn't plainly ridiculous. It is darkly interesting!
Rated 15 Oct 2008
la_bohemela boheme
Rated 02 Mar 2008
90
88th
The beginning is somewhat slow, but Christopher Nolan is one of the best new directors working today - the mood of the film is done wonderfully. Bale is good, as is most of the supporting cast - Katie Holmes is the only weak link.
Rated 02 Mar 2008
murravenerMurravener
Rated 26 Feb 2007
78
53rd
Just as Casino Royale brought a fresh new angle to bond, Christian Bale does the same for the role of Batman. However that is not to say that there is nothing wrong with this film. Bale is sometimes hard to latch interest to and the overall feel of the film is not the same as the first four.
Rated 26 Feb 2007
kcarro1kcarro1
Rated 26 May 2009
92
85th
What an action movie should be. GREAT effects with a solid plot and thought provoking themes.
Rated 26 May 2009
mynameismaxmynameismax
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
91st
I've always thought the DC characters to be two dimensional and a bit stupid, not least of all Batman but this film manages to justify every single thing it introduces, from his access to high quality armour to the very reason he dons the suit to risk his life every night.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
deathcrowDeathcrow
Rated 01 Sep 2009
90
94th
underrated.
Rated 01 Sep 2009

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