Batman Begins and The Dark Knight are two of the most critically acclaimed DC superhero movies of all time. Both films were directed by Christopher Nolan and starred Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne/Batman. However, it seems that there is a growing consensus among fans and critics that Batman Begins is the better film in the trilogy, while the classic $266 million-grossing movie is way better than the two of them.
There’s no doubt that Batman Begins is a more character-driven film than The Dark Knight. After all, the film takes the time to develop Bruce Wayne’s backstory and his journey to becoming Batman. Hence, striving to make the character more relatable and sympathetic, and giving the film a more emotional impact.
Industry expert declares his pick for the best live-action Batman movie
American filmmaker and producer Joe Russo recently shared his thoughts about the best live-action Batman movie. Claiming that Batman Begins is better than The Dark Knight, the Avengers: Infinity War co-director said that despite Christopher Nolan’s directorial prowess, both of them cannot beat the classic 1992 Batman Returns.
He wrote “THE DARK KNIGHT is a good movie, but it’s not even the best Christopher Nolan Batman movie. That’s BATMAN BEGINS. And that’s not even the best live-action Batman movie. That’s BATMAN RETURNS.” This has sparked a debate amongst the Twitter community.
Disagree. The Dark Knight is the best Nolan Batman movie.
Better story, better villains, better action, better everything.
— Sean Michael (@GameOvRMan) July 18, 2023
This whole thread is rather pointless. The Christopher Nolan Batman movies are the most successful for a reason on most accounts. They are intriguing, well made, tell a better story and got the comic book movie genre out of the over the top phase it was in. The Nolan Batman –
— Pulp & Noir®∞ (@pulpandnoir) July 19, 2023
Hmm Interesting 🤔
Batman Returns is classic but i would put Batman Begins above it. It’s pretty neck and neck.
The Batman is the best for me.
TDK would rank #4
— WLVS (@boxofwolves) July 18, 2023
1000% agree! Batman Begins was freaking awesome! Batman Returns is the be all, end all of Batman flicks!
— Gringo Fantastico🇨🇦🇲🇽 (@realfantastico) July 18, 2023
I was a penguin puppeteer in RETURNS. Most surreal set I’ve ever been on. Penguins in armor! Killer Clowns! Christopher Walken in a birdcage! It was like getting paid to have hallucinations.
— Trey Stokes (@TreyStokes) July 18, 2023
I kinda feel the same
Dark Knight is an absolute, Masterpiece, but, Begins just has something special bout it – making it just that much greater
I do feel that, Dark Knight, is a continuation of that greatness, tho 🤘😁
I love both films equally, really…hell, even Rises 😁😋
— Metal Rican101 -=Gamer Screenshartist=- (@MetalRican) July 18, 2023
Well, in all fairness, Batman Begins has a darker and more grounded tone than The Dark Knight. The film is more focused on the psychological aspects of Batman’s character, and it doesn’t rely on as much action or spectacle. Featuring some of the best action sequences in any superhero movie, the film’s fight scenes are well-choreographed and exciting.
However, on the other hand, The Dark Knight is a more complex and ambitious film, and it features some of the most iconic scenes in superhero movie history.
Why is Batman Returns considered as the best live-action Batman adaptation by many?
Batman Returns is widely considered to be one of the best live-action Batman movies ever made and is praised for its dark and gothic atmosphere along with its memorable characters and stunning visuals. The movie is a much darker and more gothic film than its predecessor and is set in Gotham City shrouded in shadows and features a number of nightmarish sequences.
This dark atmosphere helps to create a sense of dread and suspense, and it makes the film feel more like a horror movie than a superhero movie. Moreover, Batman Returns features a number of memorable characters, including the Penguin, Catwoman, and Max Shreck (Walken).
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Overall, Batman Returns is a dark, gothic, and visually stunning film that features some of the most memorable characters in the Batman mythos. Hence, there is no doubt that the film is a must-see for any fan of the Caped Crusader.
Source: ScreenRant
