On behalf of the third and final Batman film coming to theaters this Friday, I thought that it was only appropriate to create a blog that celebrates these films. I think that most film enthusiasts would agree that Christopher Nolan's take on these films is quite spectacular. He is able to bring to life a new side of this DC Comic story by creating a character that reflects what most people would like to be or try to be within their own lives. Though the voice of Batman is not that thrilling, Christian Bale has created a irresistible and insanely complex character through is roll as the Bat. Compared to previous Batman films, Christian Bale has shown that this mask-crusader is as much a human-being as he is a 'hero' to the town of Gotham.
In previous films, for example Batman directed by Tim Burton, Batman has been seen as a super hero with immense strength and intelligence. But Nolan was able to show that the real hero is only as powerful as the team behind him. No longer is the masked Bat solving crime completely by himself. The police and law makers use him a a tool to scare off the enemy. It is nice to see a super-hero movie that does not make Gotham inhabitants weak and powerless. Furthermore, this film tends to include the importance of the law--even in corrupt places like Gotham City. We see this first hand in the first film Batman Begins. Rachel tells Bruce that he does not want justice, that he wants revenge. And the only way to get justice is to put the alleged on trial. This scene shows the importance of the justice system and what it provides.
Another great aspect that these films provide movie-goers with is marvelous acting from all cast members, even previous characters that are no longer part of this films. For example, Katie Holmes. One word....WOW! This film was probably one of the best of her acting career. She played 'Rachel' well, but unfortunately Maggie Gyllenhaal was more realistic in this role. She has such a strong presence within the second film, which is translates to the audience. And of course, the late Heath Ledger must be mentioned for his astounding performance as the Joker in The Dark Knight. He made the Joker into more than just a kitschy comic book character by developing a new face to one before.
The last aspect that made Christopher Nolan's film so spectacular is its effects. Most comic book films tend to use computer generated effects, but this film does quite the opposite. These realistic special effects scenes create the film by providing audiences with a sense of 'the real' in the unrealistic city of Gotham. Therefore, it is safe to say that the last film of this trilogy will raise the bar for all Batman films to come.
I give this film a [A] for its amazing use of effects, spectacular actors and actresses, marvelous storyline and characters, and last but not least its wonderful director Christopher Nolan.
Having said that this is the time that I state my thoughts on how this film is going to end. After I see this film I will go over my predictions and see whether or not I was right, as well as give my final grade for these films as a whole.
I believe that this final film is going to end this trilogy with a bang. First of all, I think that Bane will be fought and killed along with Cat-Woman, but at the end of this final showdown Batman (Bruce Wayne) will decide whether or not the city of Gotham really needs him. He will choose to step out of the mask and live his life without it. And this is where Rachel will come in. I do not believe that she is dead. They never proved this fact in any way. For example, you did not actually see her body, nor was there a funeral. I think that she got away. Do not tell me why I think this I just do. I could be completely wrong. But in her note that Alfred receives from Rachel--which he then burns--she states that when Gotham no longer needs Batman they would be together. Watch it again and see: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnyI75EthaQ. Therefore, it is safe to say that she might still be alive. Hmmm...that is some food for thought. Those are all my predictions, I can not wait to see what happens.
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