Batman Returns

Warner Bros. | Release Date: June 19, 1992

8.2	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 561 Ratings

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imthenoobFeb 8, 2020

Aside from a strong cast, This movie doesn't really have much going for it. The plot is a bit generic, the ending an absolutely mess and there really isn't enough Batman in this movie to justify calling it a Batman movie.

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Kai82Aug 18, 2021

This is a strange case for me. It is actually a good movie but it could not win me truly over or get that immersive. Even more Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer and Christopher Walken are fantastic in their roles. I rewatched it a few timesThis is a strange case for me. It is actually a good movie but it could not win me truly over or get that immersive. Even more Danny DeVito, Michelle Pfeiffer and Christopher Walken are fantastic in their roles. I rewatched it a few times over the years and always expected that it would work better. Sadly it did not happen and even more I cant name a serious mistake here. Some say it is too dark and violent. I disagree except they mean dark in a sense that some scene should be lighted better. Maybe a bit too violent for its time period and it is definitely more than the prequel. If I had to make an explanation why it did not work I would say it creates not the emotions and immersion it should. It is excellently made but is like something that does everything it should but with some strangeness and quirks that don't help atop of a bit of generic story. Lets start with the actual review. After the huge success of the prequel it was only a matter of time before a sequel was made. Michael Keaton returns as Batman and Tim Burton as director because of this. Story: After a flashback which explains the backstory of the Penguin we go to millionaire Max Shreck (Yes that is really his name) who is abducted and confronted with his past actions by the villain. This is the start of an interesting relationship. Meanwhile Max secretary Selina Kyle discover a really dirty secret of her boss which changes her live too. This is the set up of the story and I tried to avoid spoilers. After many rewatches I say the story is actually a bit generic but hides it in a smart way that I only discovered after some rewatches. I liked the characters, their interactions and development far more than the story. Lets say it works but is nothing to write home about. The characters however are excellent. Michael Keaton works well as Batman aka Bruce Wayne but the others steal the show. Danny DeVito as Penguin aka Oswald Cobblepot is amazing. A brilliant performance and he is great in every scene. Of cause Christoper Walken is an experience too and he works really well as Max Shrek. Michelle Pfeiffer is a great actress and fully delivers her role as Selina Kyle. She also is great in each scene. The rest of the cast is good too and for the genre standards we got a really good overall performance. Visually the movie has a unique style. It is dark, matured and delivers a good atmosphere. A really well done representation of Gotham in (not too extreme) Tim Burton style. The costumes are good but I dislike the style of some. Like for example Catwoman’s costume which I find good and awful at the same time. The soundtrack is really good and Danny Elfman repeats his good performance from the prequel. There are some negatives: Like I said the story is not that great, some scenes do not work and the finale faith of the Penguin is a waste. The rest is history as the movie was financially successful but not enough to be a smash hit or convince the bosses of the studio. Also the reception was mixed. So changes will be made for the next movie which will be quite hated by many but this is another story. Overall this enters the list of movies I like but also find not that much appealing at the same time. I think a 6/10 is fair here.… Expand

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HeroicAge616Nov 1, 2021

Batman Returns less than Tim Burton's weird excesses, which overshadow some fresh ideas.

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DunkaccinoDec 17, 2022

We got here yet another style-over-substance situation, where Batman Returns has excellent technical credits, but a rather weak narrative. The tone was all over the place, which embraces the movie's weirdness, but diminishes its enjoyability.

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gzayas91Jul 21, 2018

This not good as first one, the first one was perfect, but it was very entertaining. This is one just a mess, with the choices that Burton choose, is this one of his weaker ones.

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amheretojudgeFeb 1, 2019

Madness Toned Down.

Batman Returns Burton's one more take on this dark DC universe can be categorized as our guilty pleasure, similar to its predecessor. And similar to it, the writers are basically shooting in dark, with banal sequencesMadness Toned Down.

Batman Returns

Burton's one more take on this dark DC universe can be categorized as our guilty pleasure, similar to its predecessor. And similar to it, the writers are basically shooting in dark, with banal sequences and characteristics- that may or may not work- they are moving with an incredible pace to reach in an also rushed climax. It is big mix bag. It has flaws, it is off putting at times, but then it is also entertaining and smart where it touches few unexpected mature notes, basically the heart is in the right place, no matter where the craft resides. And among many characters, the most avant-garde and unstable is Pfeiffer's Catwoman.

Infamous for her role in this film throughout her career, one can easily spot where the audience go berserk over her performance, it fluctuates frequently from being exceptionally good to eerily questionable. I would blame writers for installing not-so-practical acts on her basket and other multiple odd gatherings and chalky conversations. Still her range of melting down within a snap and then regain power with a maniacal laughter ought to be eye popping. The technical department, obviously, feels short handed since it doesn't hold up with time; the make-up design is really fine though.

DeVito does carry on the passed torch by Nicholson, with a creative and vivid body language that does most of the performance for him and with some good monologues and speeches, he manages to safely board the train. Keaton has always been the weakest link on the franchise, he may ooze the charisma of a billionaire but on terms of merit, there is a long way to go for him. Batman Returns but only for fans, with few awe inducing moments and brilliant supporting cast, the franchise is still gullible in Burton's overly decorative world.… Expand

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CTHReviewsMar 8, 2018

Batman Returns is just about as good as the first one. A really great and charismatic villain (The Penguin, played perfectly by Danny DeVito), and some really entertaining action sequences. However, it also falls into some of the sameBatman Returns is just about as good as the first one. A really great and charismatic villain (The Penguin, played perfectly by Danny DeVito), and some really entertaining action sequences. However, it also falls into some of the same problems as the '89 Batman like the new love interest, Catwoman, who really only serves to give Batman a bat-boner. Still, like the first one, it's an okay film to watch.… Expand

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coywowApr 16, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. little bit better than the first one, really like keatons performance this time around which i think is the only improved factor. Burton is a great director man. ++++… Expand

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