Those close to me, know my affinity for comics. I've enjoyed superhero stories since as long as I can remember. While I don't proclaim to have as deep a well of knowledge on the subject as some, I know my way around the caped universe. And yes, like most children of the 80's, Batman is one of my favorites. From comics to toys to cartoons, the Bat-dimension has been the source of countless hours of fun.
But oddly enough, I don't like the current take on Batman in the Christopher Nolan films. This usually comes as a surprise to my friends. "Those are the best superhero movies ever!" they proclaim. I don't think so. I think it comes down to a question of tone. The current Batman is extremely dark and gritty. He is constantly beat down with little to know redemption. He doesn't get to do any superheroing. I can see how this can appeal to casual movie fans. The dark take is a departure from the caped crusader they're familiar with. They remember Adam West and George Clooney. While those are camp this version is cool. But I just feel that it's so dark that it becomes unenjoyable.
Don't get me wrong, I have no problem with a dark take on Batman. The character was born from a dark place and represents the despair in all of us. However, this Batman feels like he is only about despair. I've enjoyed numerous takes on a dark Batman, and they were all done better. The Killing Joke. Dark Knight Returns. Year One. All gritty stories, but all with a sense of redemption.
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