A man who dresses as a bat? What a weirdo.

[hackthis_archive]

Wow.

I am in shock.

It turns out I've seen *two* brilliant films this year: Layer Cake... and Batman Begins.

I have been harping and nitpicking over this film since it went into production. Every step of the way I whinged and said it was going to tank. I freely admit to doubting everything -- except the producer, because Christopher Nolan did Memento -- and the cast. However, not only is this film not a tank, it is the most engaging film you're likely to see all year. You know you are hooked when [favouritest spoiler EVAH!] comes into a scene, and you're shocked because you forgot he was in the film.

I do not apologise to the Christian Bale lovers out there, cos he is still creepy to me, however, he did Bruce proud. That's some huge praise right there. ethrosdemon is going to do her nut.

People, see this film. On as big a screen as possible.

And then see it again, I know I will.

adrasteia, you want to get on this train. I haven't been with a group so animated about a film, after the film, since Fight Club!

Comments

[teaspoon.livejournal.com]

Oh, I'm so excited that you give it such a great review -- I'm even more excited to see it now.

[teaspoon.livejournal.com]

...I used "excited" twice in the same sentence. Oops.

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

*snicker* I think the grammar police will let it slide this time.

[nuptse.livejournal.com]

Heee!!! *twirls you*

But I *love* that Christian is creepy. He does it so well.

[notworthy.livejournal.com]

I have so much hope in this movie that it isn't funny. Cause, the last two? Sucked a lot, and I want a good Batman movie again so damn bad.

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

I had no expectations. Zero. (I am still traumatized from the last debacles). I only went because it was free, and uh, yeah, I'll pay to see it again.

[embitca.livejournal.com]

Oh I am so happy to hear this. I didn't ever thing it would be bad, because 1.) Nolan and 2.) Bale, but it sounds like it might even exceed my expectations! When is it out officially? Tomorrow??? CAN'T WAIT!

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

It's out on the 15th, which is, uh, next Wednesday. It's really fucking good.

[amberlynne.livejournal.com]

Wooo! I told ya!! I cannot WAIT to see it. *geeks out* The fact that you loved it, even with your CB issues, makes me too giddy for words.

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Me too! *bounces around with amberlynne*

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Yes, but I didn't want to spoil it for people who didn't know. So I'm going to screen this comment.

[kismeteve.livejournal.com]

Oh, YAY! I am so glad it's actually good. With its cast, it would've bee terribly disappointing if it sucked. Gaz, Cillian and Christian? I will so be spazzing during the movie. Even if Katie Holmes makes me want to gag.

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Word on the KH thing, but even she couldn't tank this one.

[kismeteve.livejournal.com]

Good to know. :)

[theantimodel.livejournal.com]

I went to this year's Wondercon (http://www.comic-con.org/wc/) to see Joss Whedon and Kevin Smith but I walked into the main room early while Christian Bale was still answering questions. I find him terribly creepy and not all that attractive, but the man was intense. And he was really into the Batman character. He said at one point that Batman wasn't the mask, Bruce Wayne was. And that he thought, "in the beginning Bruce Wayne thought he was taking on a job with an end, he had a fairly naive approach." Hearing that was heartening, I doubt most of the previous Batmans tried to analyse Bruce as much as Christian Bale did. I'm glad you liked the movie. I can't wait til the 15th.

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

One of the things I enjoyed the most about the movie was the exploration, and the explanation, of how Bruce went from Bruce to Bats. I hope that's vague enough not to spoil you. :)

[bloodybrilliant.livejournal.com]

I so want to see this movie! I liked the old Batman movies and that one other reason of hotness an actor I enjoy being in it is a bonus. Right?? ;P

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Hotness justifies everything.

[jcalanthe]

Hooray, I'm so glad to read this. I've found myself getting excited for the film despite my attempts to set my expectations appropriately low just in case, cuz I've always been Batman's bitch. Thanks for the advance review - I can now go see it with no worries and no guilt. *g* And now I'm really excited for the film!

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

I had no expectations. Wait. I had expectations that it was going to suck the big one, and it so didn't. I was shocked.

[lazulus]

Am seeing it next Friday at the London IMAX. Can't even begin to express how excited about it I am. Really.

It's weird how people keep saying they find Christian creepy -- I adore Christian! Oh, well. Each to their own, eh? ;)

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Ooooooh IMAX. And yes, I find him inexplicably creepy and disconcerting, but he was very compelling here.

[daraq.livejournal.com]

I had already planned to go on Wednesday come hell or high water, but your positive rec has taken the I-hope-it's-good tension away. Thanks!

Is the IMAX the right size screen for this film?

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Perfect size.

[rozza.livejournal.com]

Oh, excellent! Now it has the Zaz seal of approval I'm even more excited. I embrace my hope. I also really want to see Layer Cake now that I know Daniel Craig was Alex West in Tomb Raider. He was the best thing in that movie BY FAR.

Also, I got your email and will ship a copy of Out of Nothing to you. No worries. :)

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Layer Cake will make you drool. Batman will have you bouncing in your seat. It's all good. :)

[sparkymonster.livejournal.com]

GAH I AM SO JEALOUS OF YOU.

I have been flipping my shit over this movie since seeing the first trailers. I'm glad it's good.

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Indie! Um, yeah, it's worth flipping your shit over.

[chickwriter.livejournal.com]

squee!!!! (not to mention jealous, now) - but glad to know it lives up to my expectations.

I <3 the Dark Knight Batman. Totally think Christian Bale is great for the role. Yeah, he is creepy, and that's why I like this casting.

Looking forward to seeing it.

[circe-tigana.livejournal.com]

okay, theodore looks HOT in the commercials

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

Oh my GAWD. It was so brilliant that I'd forgotten he was in the film until he showed up and then it was all OMGWTFFLAIL!!

[circe-tigana.livejournal.com]

Oh dude, I'm so excited. I anticipate much theodore flailing and dark knight flailing as well!!!

[circe-tigana.livejournal.com]

Maybe Blaise turns into a vigilante and Theodore is his um archnemesis. Yis. ::bunnies::

[helvirago]

Okay, Bale is totally creepy and not in a good way, which was making me very nervous about seeing this. I'm glad to see someone shares my Bale=creepy views but still liked it.

[ethrosdemon.livejournal.com]

*doing my nut*

[hackthis.livejournal.com]

;D