Finally got around to watching this on Crave. I'm really disappointed I didn't see it in theaters. I think it was one of my favorite Batman movies and I LOVE that they went really dark with it. I understand that's not everyone's cup of tea especially with the Batman franchise. But for me it worked on so many different levels.
The Riddler being so menacing and unsettling was hands down my favourite part of the movie. I thought the serial killer persona along with his online following was perfect and alarming because I could totally see something like that (the militia attacking the stadium) happening in real life. Sad but true and I was on the edge of my seat watching it. I cannot think of a better serial killer than Paul Dano. That guy is seriously creepy when he wants to be.
Robert Pattinson really proved me wrong - I didn't think he was going to make a great Batman. He really nailed the character, I genuinely
enjoyed his arc of Bruce Wayne being more more angst-y rather than rich playboy. Aside from his "I am Vengeance" line at the beginning I really enjoyed him as Batman.
Also really liked Zoe Kravitz and her character and for the love of God, please give us more Andy Serkis in everything, not just animated roles. He's ####ing fantastic.
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