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But Warner Bros.’ intention wasn’t to up the franchise creatively—they wanted it to be more family-friendly and, of course, sell more toys. In a stroke of genius, Burton enlisted Heathers scribe Daniel Waters to work on the screenplay, and the result is a film that’s not only fun as hell, but also thematically thought-provoking. All rights reserved. Director: Christopher Nolan | Stars: Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Gary Oldman. From the word “go” you can feel the confidence that Batman was lacking, as Burton envisions an elaborate prelude that introduces the origin stories of both Penguin and Catwoman, with Danny DeVito and Michelle Pfeiffer delivering instantly iconic performances. This second time jump is misguided, as it lets all the air out of the balloon so to speak and we’re left wondering just exactly how the mechanics of a madman holding a city hostage for five months works. Batman 89’ turns 30-years old this year and it’s time to take a look back at the best live-action Batman movies. Every Theatrical Batman Movie Ranked Worst to Best. 3:27 PM 3/23/2016. It tried to mix the key aspects of Tim Burton’s vision and the Adam West series – goth blended with childlike humor – and it failed miserably. and crazy (Condiment Man!). All Animated Batman Movies Ranked (Updated)The ranking is my opinion, leave yours in the comments below. It’s one of the rare sequels that tops its predecessor in nearly every regard (although not the first Batman film to do so), with Nolan, cinematographer Wally Pfister, and star Christian Bale all besting their respective work on Batman Begins—and that movie was pretty darn good already. The Dark Knight Rises4. It's almost impressively forgettable, and so disappointing. Director Leslie H. Martinson’s Batman was released in theaters just two months after the first season of the Batman TV series ended, with Adam West and Burt Ward’s portrayals of Batman and Robin quickly on the rise towards their eventual iconic status. Number Five: Batman Returns (1992) starred Michael Keaton as Batman, Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman, Danny DeVito as Penguin, and Christopher Walken as Max Shreck. BB 4. Freeze conducts an orchestra of goons in a rendition of “Snow Miser Song” kind of work, because Schwarzenegger understands that he’s essentially in a cartoon. For the first hour or so, The Dark Knight Rises is pretty good. But Ray Fisher's Cyborg is a one-note exposition machine (having had his entire arc cut to bits), and the choice to turn Jason Mamoa's Aquaman into a straight-up dudebro is... a choice I guess. But Batman is also unflinchingly earnest, and the inherent goodness of the titular hero and his sidekick are the key to what makes Batman so great. It has most of the pieces there, they’re just not arranged in a compelling way, leaving what should’ve been a dramatic and emotional conclusion to fall flat. Batman is one of the best aspects of Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, but that's not necessarily saying much. Favorite action game: Super Smash Bros. Brawl Favorite adventure game: Grand Theft Auto San Andreas. Whereas Batman Forever dipped its toes into camp territory, Batman & Robin dives in headfirst, wading around in a sea of puns and jokes and gags galore. And yet, Batman Returns also manages to be one of the funniest superhero movies of all time, with Keaton, Pfeiffer, De Vito, and Walken firing on all cylinders. To begin, let’s take a look at howthe Batman movies are ranked according to review aggregator website, Rotten Tomatoes. In lieu of the new Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice film that is coming to theaters on March 25, 2016 – I decided to rank the greatest Batman movies of all time. Adam Chitwood is the Managing Editor for Collider. They succeeded wildly as Batman Forever outgrossed its predecessor by nearly $100 million, but it also put the franchise on a path towards implosion. Freeze!) Chris Terrio's script is too busy throwing in as many philosophical asides as possible while stumbling around for some sort of thematic throughline, but it never coalesces into anything resembling coherence. From Adam Chitwood, First Trailer for ‘Sweet Tooth’ Reveals Netflix’s Bold DC Comics Adaptation, ‘Naomi’ First Look Shows Kaci Walfall as Title Hero in New CW Pilot, YouTube Partners With The Trevor Project on Livestreams to Raise Money for LGBTQ+ Youth, 'Ms. Batman is wildly entertaining and never takes itself too seriously, but it also has a big, beating, humanistic heart that makes it all feel worthwhile. He easily slips into the billionaire playboy role, and even when Wayne is attending to "very serious business", there's a charm to Affleck's performance that's refreshing. Batman Returns is brilliant. Even the chapter delineations make the experience of watching Zack Snyder’s Justice League more akin to reading a novel than watching a blockbuster movie, and characters like Cyborg and Flash finally get full, rich arcs. Batman: Under the Red Hood6. TDKR 3. Das Ergebnis sorgt für Diskussionsstoff. The storytelling and construction here is impeccable, and even if the final set piece is a tad unnecessary, Nolan keeps such a tight handle on theme and character throughout that you don’t really mind. Despite setting up some fascinating arcs and developments (the sequence showing Bruce Wayne's POV of the Superman/Zod fight is still incredible), Snyder falls short on almost every single one. The legacy of Batman: Mask of the Phantasm is that of a cult hit of sorts. Technically he's the one who assembles the Justice League and makes the decision to reanimate Superman's corpse with an alien electrical box, but when things kick into high gear Batman is... somewhat useless. Begins is all about the notion of fear and how we, as humans, react to that fear. Coming off the vitality of Keaton in Batman Returns, Kilmer is downright boring as Bruce Wayne/Batman. Every Batman Movie Ever, Ranked | ScreenRant Every Batman Movie Ever, Ranked We definitively rank the modern-era live-action Batman movies, from '89 Batman to Justice League, determining which Dark Knight is truly the best. Wonder Woman continues to be the shining beacon of hope in this DCEU, and Ezra Miller's Flash is at least compelling. Even Danny Elfman tops himself when it comes to the film’s score, with his fairy tale-esque take on the music offsetting some of the more graphically dark and violent aspects of the movie. His true motivation makes sense, and is genuinely interesting, but we don’t get there until the end of the film, so for the first two hours we’re left to wonder why we should care about this guy who talks funny and occasionally punches people. It's woefully boring, and despite the whole "Joss Whedon scenes vs. Zack Snyder scenes" debate, the entire thing feels authorless. Batman (1989) Rotten Tomatoes score: 71 percent. 13. It’s also a full-on detective story, as Batman is trying to find out who keeps murdering all these crime bosses, and how it connects to a story from his past. Determined by the average ranking each movie got, 1, The dark knight avg, 2.3. 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The world of the 2000s demanded realism and it got Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy. Forever 5. It’s a minor miracle that Batman Returns was released as a major studio superhero movie, and while the film did solid business, Warner Bros. was clearly taken aback by the final result. Now we’ve gathered all the theatrical Batman movies in one list (including the one night stand of The Killing Joke), ranked by Tomatometer! Pfeiffer in particular is tremendous here, bringing a dangerously unpredictable quality to Selina Kyle while still managing to keep the character playful—albeit in an insane kind of way. Directed by Eric Radomski and Bruce Timm, Mask of the Phantasm is pretty darn terrific. Rank the Batman films; User Info: ThongWarriorXXX. The ’80s found a taste for blockbuster art deco madness (Tim Burton’s Batman). But pretty much every bad guy Batman has faced on the big screen is. So without further ado, let’s get down to it. Indeed, this is without doubt the darkest Batman movie of them all, and possibly the darkest superhero movie of the modern era. To put it more succinctly, The Dark Knight is, quite simply, the best. 1. He feels guilty about Superman’s death and is trying desperately to be the glue that holds the titular team together. LEGO Batman forces the character to take a serious look at his deeds and way of life, and consider whether the net outcome is good or bad. Justice League isn't really a Batman movie, so its inclusion on this list is mainly for completionist's sake given that it continues the DCEU. 1. Indeed, Mask of the Phantasm was a box office bomb when it hit theaters in 1993, but a positive critical reception and the success of animated Batman adaptations on the small screen spurred many to seek it out, only to discover it’s a genuinely great Batman story. Nothing against Jack Nicholson, but this is the definitive Joker portrayal and one of the best onscreen performances of all time. This July will mark the 25th anniversary of Batman Forever…. Anmol Ahuja. Batman (1989) Many people will argue with me that Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman should take the top slot. He's the creator and author of Collider's "How the MCU Was Made" series and has interviewed Bill Hader about every single episode of Barry. Visually the film feels more akin to a performance of Batman on Ice at the Ohio State Fair than a theatrically released motion picture, complete with odd lighting choices and massive, over-the-top sets. 89 8. Let's rank the Batman movie villains, from Joaquin Phoenix's Joker to... Heath Ledger's Joker. I’m very excited because it means new movies will finally come back! 78 Metascore. Mask of the Phantasm is full-on film noir as flashbacks reveal Batman’s early crimefighting days which are juxtaposed with a more weary, frustrated version of the character in present day. The theatrics are a bit over the top and Batman's dialogue is certainly lacking in gravity, but it's actually Affleck's performance as Bruce Wayne that shines brightest in the pic (especially in the longer "Ultimate Edition"). Batman Forever isn’t a terrible movie, but it’s not a terribly good one either. Batman: Mask of the Phantom3. And really, Batman doesn't have all that much to do in the film. So scenes in which polar-bear-shoe-clad Mr. The original songs by Prince are ill-conceived and make for an odd fit with Danny Elfman’s theatrical score, and Kim Basinger’s Vicki Vale starts off promising but never really goes anywhere. With Batman, however, Burton attempted to envision the practicalities of the character, melding the silly nature of the TV series with a more grounded, darker interpretation of the titular hero. Batman: Under the Red Hood6. Even Maggie Gyllenhaal, here replacing Katie Holmes, is great, bringing a new dimension to Rachel Dawes and making her essential to Wayne's story just before her demise. What makes The LEGO Batman Movie special, and why it's a very good Batman movie in its own right, is it digs into the character's humanity with a depth that hasn't been touched before. There is a Batman for all seasons. ", Amber Heard Shares Behind-the-Scenes Training Image for 'Aquaman 2', Here’s What’s New to HBO and HBO Max in May 2021, New Trailer for Netflix's 'Yasuke' Anime Has Samurai, Magic, Giant Robots and Lots of Epic Fights, 'Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Eternal The Movie' Part 1 and Part 2 to Premiere Globally on Netflix, ‘Tenet’ Ending Explained: Let’s Dig into Christopher Nolan's Time-Twisting Thriller, Who Should Play Jim Henson? This thing is an exquisitely crafted house of cards, except its foundation is character and theme, not action set pieces or flashy performances. Batman is most famously notable for its campy nature, and the film is indeed “in on the joke” so to speak—this is a movie in which Batman runs around trying to dispose of a giant bomb for two minutes, only to keep running into obstacles from fishermen to a gaggle of nuns. And just as Batman starts to develop some interesting new relationships, he’s sidelined and whisked away to the Lazarus Pit while Gary Oldman’s Commissioner Gordon spends most of the film in a hospital bed. Batman is a character who’s given us some of the best superhero movies of all time, and some of the worst, with the tone and approach varying wildly over the last few decades. Can a campy Batman movie work in this modern era? Copyright ©  2018 Fandango. He's a man constantly lauded for his deeds, but at heart lives a solitary and lonely life, shutting out anyone from ever getting close to him. Gone were the theatrics and, in the case of Batman & Robin, buffoonery, replaced by an entirely grounded and realistic approach to the character. The film doesn't reach the thematic or emotional heights of Christopher Nolan's first two Batman movies, or the satirical ambition of Batman Returns, but it succeeds where almost every other Batman movie has failed: as a great movie about Batman. The big Talia Al Ghul reveal is too little too late—she should’ve been set up as the villain much earlier, to give us a sense of emotional stakes—and John Blake’s “twist” name reveal is unnecessary. Still, it’s an excuse to talk about the caped crusader and I’m always excited to do that. A Dark Knight, the Caped Crusader, ol’ Boogaloo Bats. All Batman Movies, Ranked From Worst to Best. It’s handsomely crafted, with cinematographer Wally Pfister and Nolan pushing IMAX cameras to their limits. Whereas Heath Ledger’s Joker is menacing from the get-go, Tom Hardy’s Bane is a conundrum. Freeze: SubZ The Dark Knight Rises4. So, to discover which of his blockbusters are worth watching, here’s our take on all Batman movies ranked worst to best… 9. https://collider.com/best-batman-movies-ranked-worst-to-best It also includes the animated Batman movies that became popular in the mid-90s. Batman: The animated series tie in films or, part of the "The New Batman Adventures", which is basically just the name for one of the seasons in Batman: The animated series. This is an operatic epic, full of wild ambition that really digs deep into its central characters thanks to its epic runtime. But Batman v Superman isn't just a Batman movie, and indeed the decision on the part of Snyder and Warner Bros. to flood the film with as much set up for an interconnected DC universe bogs the movie down with convoluted character motivations and way out-there choices (Batman's "Knightmares" in particular really don't make much sense within the context of this movie, even if they may or may not be foreshadowing for things to come). Batman & Mr. From The Lego Batman to The Dark Knight Rises. But mirroring Burton, Michael Keaton is much more assured in the role this time around, unafraid to get a bit more spirited and completely nailing the more dramatic beats of the character. Batman’s first major big screen adaptation is a very silly movie, entirely contrary to how we currently view Batman in the modern pop culture realm, and it totally works. What would happen if someone actually became Batman? Superhero movies don't need jokes, but they do need to be entertaining. While Zack Snyder’s Justice League is a radically different film than the abysmal 2017 cut, the story arc of Batman is fairly similar. RELATED: Here's How 'Zack Snyder's Justice League' Would Have Connected to Ben Affleck's Solo Batman Movie. Even with the somewhat lacking screentime, the film does a fine job of exploring the duality of the Bruce Wayne/Batman persona and juxtaposing that with Selina Kyle/Catwoman, with the latter filling a much more satisfying role than as a simple villain or love interest. The Dark Knight has already solidified its place in cinematic history, not just as a superhero movie but as a film period, and for good reason. Ultimately, though, the film is a disappointment. Here is a list of the Batman films ranked according to Rotten Tomatoes from worst to best: Catwoman (2004) – 9% As for Ben Affleck's Batman, while he stood out in Batman v Superman, here he seems like he's showing up out of complete and total obligation. To celebrate Batman Day, we will be taking a look at every Batman film that has been given a true theatrical release and ranking them from the worst to the best. Warner Bros./'Batman... 3. Of all the Batman movies over the years, Batman Begins marked the most radical shift in pretty much every way. Batman Begins is a pretty extraordinary start to one of the most iconic trilogies in film history, with Christian Bale bringing a gravitas to the character of Bruce Wayne/Batman that we had yet to see. That detective angle is something the live-action films have thus far failed to really nail, as they’re hobbled by having to deliver spectacle-driven action sequences vs. pure gumshoe detective work. Batman Returns All rights reserved. These days he’s playing nice with the Justice League, while awaiting transformation as Robert Pattinson slips on the cowl for 2021’s The Batman. Every Batman Movie, Ranked From Worst to Best Every Batman Movie, Ranked By Will Leitch and Tim Grierson Batman: Mask of the Phantasm and The Dark Knight. 9, Batman and Robin avg 8.11. And beyond! Eight years after the Joker's reign of anarchy, Batman, with the help of the enigmatic Catwoman, is forced from his exile to save Gotham City from the brutal guerrilla terrorist Bane. You can feel Burton coming close to grasping the delicate balance between theatricality and reality but never quite reaching it, and in hindsight even the filmmaker admits that he’s not fully satisfied with the film. He lives in Tulsa, OK and likes pasta, 90s thrillers, and spending like 95% of his time with his dog Luna. It’s unlike any other superhero movie because it is a pure, unfiltered, epically long distillation of Zack Snyder’s vision that could never have been released theatrically. Batman Begins isn’t ambitious simply because it attempted such a realistic approach to the superhero genre, but it was also gutsy of Nolan and co-write David S. Goyer to essentially craft this Batman film as a post-9/11 story. The one good thing that came from Batman & Robin—aside from some glorious GIFs—is it led to a complete reinvention of the franchise from the ground up. George Clooney is woefully miscast, failing to deliver both the dry humor and the brooding complexity of Batman/Bruce Wayne, Chris O’Donnell continues to wonder what he’s doing in a Batman movie at all, and Alicia Silverstone pops up for no reason and makes zero effort to affect any kind of character whatsoever. 5, The dark knight rises avg 5.55. Batman Returns (1992) People are divided on Batman Returns. April 7, 2018. And in contrast to the far superior Zack Snyder's Justice League, it's even more frustrating. It’s weighty without being preachy, it’s serious without being self-serious, and Nolan’s handle on character and theme is remarkable. Article bookmarked. ThongWarriorXXX 8 years ago #1. It’s honestly a pretty close race between #1 and #2 on this list, but Christopher Nolan’s masterwork The Dark Knight lands the top spot by a hair. Covering the hottest movie and TV topics that fans want. For someone so interested in carving his own path, much of Christopher Nolan’s trilogy-capper feels like fan-service, and it’s ill-fitting. Some of the action sequences drone on for a bit too long, and the film comes close to monotony at times, but its wit and humor do a fine job of keeping things interesting. okay, so maybe not the biggest anniversaries. And you know what? The problem is, the movie can’t reconcile its cartoony nature with also trying to tell a genuine Batman story, and the whole ensemble is used so poorly that you can see them struggling to find something real to hold onto from scene to scene. Full confession: I was kind of obsessed with Batman Forever as a kid, and I imagine I wasn’t alone. He's been working for Collider for over a decade, and in addition to managing content also runs point on crafts interviews, awards coverage, and co-hosts The Collider Podcast with Matt Goldberg (which has been running since 2012). They say they do, and they act like they do, but it all lacks conviction. It works to a point, as Burton attempts to delve into the dichotomy at the heart of the Batman/Bruce Wayne persona but never really fully realizes the idea. Why not, eh? RELATED: 'The Dark Knight Trilogy' Production Designer Walks Us Through the Creation of Each Film. Batman was a 15-chapter serial film released in 1943 by Columbia Pictures and was the first appearance of the comic book character on film. The Caped Crusader is showing no signs of slowing down in the film world and his popularity is still on an all time high, I figured I would reap the benefits of… The film’s saving grace is Jim Carrey, whose comedic persona was on the rise at the time of Batman Forever’s release, and whose maniacal energy is a bolt of lightning to the movie’s ensemble. But if we’re just judging the movies themselves and not necessarily Batman’s arc, Zack Snyder’s Justice League is still leaps and bounds better than the theatrical version of the film. Truthfully, I’m... 3. RELATED: Why 'The Batman' Trailer Makes Me Genuinely Excited for Yet Another Batman Movie. That’s essentially the credo that informs the execution of Batman Begins, which for all intents and purposes is really a talky, serious drama with a couple of bouts of action, not an action movie with silly costumes. by David Moya September 20, 2020, 12:39 pm. Batman Begins5. Batman Begins5. Warner Bros.’ pivot to a more kid-friendly Batman movie by ousting Tim Burton and bringing in Joel Schumacher to direct resulted in a severe visual and tonal shift for the franchise, swapping out Michael Keaton for Val Kilmer and Art Deco production design for something akin to a neon-infused 90s house party. Batman is also kind of a dick, which The LEGO Batman Movie understands. Batman is totally watchable, and from a visual standpoint it’s pretty spectacular—the art deco production design is downright inspired. by Jordan Mintzer Two THR film critics rank all the Batman films and spinoffs, from the worst (sorry, Halle Berry) to the best (featuring Heath Ledger's indelible Joker). Akiva Goldsman’s script is lifeless, and the whole thing is a complete miscalculation in trying to evoke the playful spirit of the TV series, with a not-so-subtle focus on advertising the film’s many toys and action figures within the context of the movie. What Ledger does here is nothing short of phenomenal—you can’t see a shred of Ledger in this performance—and it’s made all the more frustrating by the fact that this was clearly an actor about to hit another level at the time of his passing. From Worst To Best – All The Batman Movies Ranked ksloan June 12th, 2020 Share. The Dark Knight2. 1. That's ambitious and ballsy for an animated movie aimed at kids. My rating: 6/10 14. But what makes The Dark Knight Rises so frustrating is that it’s almost really interesting. This idea came to me on a whim. Batman & Robin is a bad movie. The go-to source for comic book and superhero movie fans. CBR explores. Batman & Robin (1997) While the movie may have shined for us as kids, Batman & Robin is still ranked as worst Batman movie ever. Robin. Batman Begins delves into Batman's origins, and how fear drives his decision to become The Batman, but The LEGO Batman Movie takes a serious look at Batman's psyche and humanity. Just as Batman Begins eschewed the hallmarks of the superhero genre, The Dark Knight is essentially an epic crime thriller in the vein of Heat, only this epic crime thriller happens to star Batman. But it doesn’t really matter, because Jack Nicholson keeps things entertaining with his maniacal take on the classic villain Joker and Michael Keaton brings a curiosity to Bruce Wayne/Batman that adds a new dimension to the character. These other live-action efforts are often concerned with set visit spectacle or flashy villains, sometimes for good reason, but The LEGO Batman Movie really zeroes a focus onto Batman himself to incredibly silly and surprisingly thoughtful results. Truthfully, the only reason this film is below The Dark Knight Rises on this list is because it's not technically a full-on "Batman movie.". But whatever you call him, he’s known far and wide as a comic book hero who’s managed to keep relevant in entertainment for decades, re-invented time and time again to answer a nation’s distress Bat-signal all. There’s one scene in particular, between Pfeiffer and De Vito as they’re hashing out their plan to take down Batman, that evokes the tone of the TV series perfectly. 7, Batman vs Superman avg 7.125. But once Bane’s nonsensical plans become clear and he begins to take over Gotham, the film kind of devolves into a bit of a convoluted mess. It’s unique in the legion of Batman movies for reasons stated above, it looks fantastic (drawing from the Gothic Batman: The Animated Series aesthetic), and the story is genuinely moving and surprising. Which is why I decided to revisit each of the previous Batman films and rank them, from worst to best. Justice League is not without a few bright spots, however. Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, the first animated Batman movie, turns 25 in 2018. Sunday 12 February 2017 13:56. comments. These ratings are based on the site’s Tomatometer scores, which in turn are based on critical reviews. Here's our ranking of the Batman movies from worst to best. Batman & Robin’s biggest sin, however, is that it’s dreadfully boring. 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