Atormentado por haber visto morir a sus padres delante suyo, Bruce Wayne se enfunda cada noche en el traje de Batman, adopta la terrorífica forma de un murciélago y surca los tejados de Gotham City combatiendo el crimen y manteniendo a raya la corrupción de su ciudad. Pero esta vez Batman tendrá que enfrentarse a su más terrible enemigo, El Joker, que pretende someter a toda la ciudad bajo los deseos de su mente perturbada.
- Edgar_thaFNaFnerdhace 1 dOne of my childhood movies, it’s hard to watch it and not have fun with Tim Burton’s style. Jack Nicholson is fantastic as Joker of course, and Michael Keaton’s Batman is so great too, one of the best live action versions of the character in my opinion. Not only is it an absolutely iconic Batman movie, but it’s also one of the first dark superhero movies. As a big fan of both Burton and Batman, this is an absolute blast from start to finish with plenty of great performances, action scenes and a really good plot that mixes both the style of the comics and Burton. I highly recommend it!
- ርልዪረ24 de enero de 2025I'm a fan of Tim Burton. Like the great Terry Gilliam, he is a great visual director. I love Tim Burtons Gotham City and to have the legend that is Jack Nicholson as the Joker is just hilarious and perfect. Also, the late great Prince wrote some songs for the film. The colours are much more brighter and vibrant in Blu-ray and Gotham looks amazing. Love it.
- Scott beard18 de enero de 2026Batman (1989) is a dark, stylish, and revolutionary take on one of the most iconic comic book characters of all time. Tim Burton transformed Batman from a campy television hero into a brooding, mythic figure, establishing a tone and aesthetic that would influence superhero films for decades. From the moment the movie opens with the gothic, rain-soaked streets of Gotham, it is clear this is a world both visually striking and morally complex, a city that is as much a character as Batman himself. The film’s greatest strength lies in its atmosphere. Burton’s vision is unmistakable, blending gothic architecture, shadowy cinematography, and a sense of looming menace that perfectly captures the duality of Batman and Gotham. The city is oppressive and alive, a place where danger feels constant and the line between hero and villain is both stark and haunting. The visuals are complemented by Danny Elfman’s unforgettable score, which has become inseparable from the character of Batman, providing grandeur, tension, and an emotional undercurrent that lifts every scene. Michael Keaton’s performance as Bruce Wayne and Batman was initially controversial, but it has since been recognized as iconic. He embodies the character’s inner conflict, intelligence, and brooding intensity, delivering a Batman that is believable, human, and heroic without ever tipping into parody. Jack Nicholson’s Joker is a perfect counterpoint, blending chaos, charisma, and menace. Nicholson’s performance dominates the screen, creating a villain who is simultaneously terrifying, hilarious, and tragic, and whose presence elevates the film’s stakes immensely. The screenplay balances action, drama, and dark humor in a way that feels mature yet accessible. While the story is straightforward, focusing on the Joker’s rise and Batman’s struggle to stop him, it is filled with moments of tension, wit, and character depth. The film explores themes of duality, obsession, and vengeance, showing that Batman is both shaped by and struggling against the darkness of Gotham. Visually, the film still holds up decades later. The practical effects, makeup, and set design create a tangible, immersive world that CGI-heavy films often fail to capture. Every frame feels deliberate, every shadow purposeful, and the film’s aesthetic still influences filmmakers today. The action sequences are stylized and exciting, relying on choreography and atmosphere rather than overwhelming spectacle. Batman (1989) was also a turning point for superhero cinema. It proved that comic book adaptations could be serious, artistic, and commercially successful, paving the way for the modern era of superhero films. It demonstrated that a director’s vision, strong performances, and a compelling aesthetic could transform familiar material into something timeless and iconic. In short, Batman (1989) is more than a superhero film. It is a landmark of visual storytelling, performance, and atmosphere. Its brooding tone, unforgettable characters, and stylistic boldness make it a film that remains influential and beloved decades after its release. It is dark, thrilling, and unforgettable, a movie that transformed Batman into a cultural icon and set a new standard for comic book adaptations. Its legacy is secure, its influence undeniable, and its status? Absolutely legendary.
- Cubane4 de mayo de 2026As a guy who hates most Tim Burton movies, I thought this one was alright. The lighting and set design works nicely to bring the feel of the comics to life. It tries to have a mostly dark tone but the sets, costumes, paper-thin characters, slightly celluloid acting, and random ad for Prince in the middle meld together to make a pretty campy experience that doesn't feel entirely intentional but still somehow works.
- Razorbitz29 de noviembre de 2025A film I've adored as a child and liked a lot as an adult. Not my favorite as it used to be as a child; that would be the sequel, but all the same a classic that I'm glad to have revisited even if it didn't live up to my memory. Jack Nicholson as the Joker is unparralelled and I wish we got more of him in that role.
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Batman was released on 21 de junio de 1989.
Batman was directed by Tim Burton.
Batman has a runtime of 2h 6min.
Batman was produced by Peter Guber, Jon Peters.
Atormentado por haber visto morir a sus padres delante suyo, Bruce Wayne se enfunda cada noche en el traje de Batman, adopta la terrorífica forma de un murciélago y surca los tejados de Gotham City combatiendo el crimen y manteniendo a raya la corrupción de su ciudad. Pero esta vez Batman tendrá que enfrentarse a su más terrible enemigo, El Joker, que pretende someter a toda la ciudad bajo los deseos de su mente perturbada.
The key characters in Batman are Bruce Wayne / Batman (Michael Keaton), Jack Napier / The Joker (Jack Nicholson), Vicki Vale (Kim Basinger).
Batman is rated 12.
Batman is an Action, Fantasía, Crimen film.
Batman has an audience rating of 8.4 out of 10.
Batman had a budget of 35 MUS$.
Batman has made 411,3 MUS$ at the box office.