'THE BATMAN' Review

'The Batman' Review

 

First and foremost, this is undoubtedly the best-crafted Batman film ever created and arguably even the best-crafted superhero film ever made (to which I do not say lightly). The cinematography is breathtaking, the score is hauntingly gorgeous, the performances are top-notch, and the director has never felt tighter and more controlled. The film's cinematic elements are nothing short of outstanding.

This rendition of Batman was also one of my favorites. This is unlike anything we've ever seen him do before, which I loved. This Batman is dark, moody, terrifying, on the verge of going insane, and openly suffering from severe PTSD. I couldn't get enough of him because he is anguished and hatred condensed into a single persona.

Compared to Christian Bale's Batman, the persona has a different feel than lurking in the shadows with a viable undertone. The Batman persona played by Pattinson, on the other hand, is a complete psychopath who can make criminals fearful. 

The film is always focused on the fights with the Riddler, who is on a murdering rampage targeting Gotham's well-known figures who have committed horrific crimes in the past. Through his twisted philosophical maniac, the penchant for riddles, Batman manages to weave the Riddler's world together in the film.

The film also focuses on Batman's relationship with Catwoman, played by Selina. The relationship has never been explored on the big screen despite the chemistry between the two characters being well-documented in comic books. The director has attempted to make the viewpoint ring true in this film. Rather than love, the film expresses genuine admiration for the two protagonists.

However, I have some concerns about the story's structure. While I admire the idea of a big-budget studio blockbuster being a three-hour detective noir epic, I don't believe this tale deserved that length of time. In my opinion, many narrative elements could have been omitted from the tale (i.e., Catwoman), and it would have resulted in a much cleaner, more focused story.

Furthermore, the plot's three acts are a little challenging to follow. Rather than following an expanding series of events that build on each other logically, in a unified manner, the picture feels a little static in rising suspense. It's mainly Batman chasing a case, and after a while, the execution s a little too uniform.

Surprisingly, I also believe that this Batman received insufficient development. I enjoyed the interpretation, but I still feel like I don't know much about his background, goals, or psychological state even after three hours.

I'm sure it has something to do with the character's writing. However, Robert Pattinson did an outstanding job bringing the character to life. He entirely and wholly embodied all that this vision of Batman demanded of him, which was no simple assignment.

If he hadn't already, Robert Pattinson has officially established himself as one of the most formidable forces working in the acting industry. He will no longer be referred to as the "Dude from Twilight." This guy is a total badass in front of the camera, and I'm excited to see what he does next with the character.

Overall, I enjoyed this film, although I do not believe it is flawless. The cinematic components are genuinely outstanding, and the portrayal of this new world/plethora of characters fascinates me beyond measure. However, I believe the framework is a little chaotic, and Batman's persona is underdeveloped.

The film is fantastic; however, it does have some flaws.

Written By,
Faraz Ahmad Khan