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Batman: The Movie carries the high camp absurdity of the 1960s TV show to gleeful new heights. Shark Repellent Batspray, costume-removing Batpoles, a contraption that dehydrates political figures into coloured powder, and endless childishly easy conundrums. Bringing the primary-coloured show to the big screen was a natural move, since sets, costume and casting were all in place. But what elevates the movie above the series? Is it the wonderful new toys--the Batcopter, Batboat and Batbike? Is it the OTT direction, taking the Dynamic Duo on location far more than usual? Or is it the electrifying one-upmanship between Burgess Meredith (Penguin), Cesar Romero (Joker), Frank Gorshin (Riddler) and Lee Meriwether (a new Catwoman since regular Julie Newmar was busy elsewhere)? As Commissioner Gordon says, "The sum of the angles of that rectangle is too monstrous to contemplate!" Really, the best of the movie's magic is to be found in the sheer glee Adam West and Burt Ward exhibit in playing for the big screen. This was the most exciting event in their careers. And it shows in their colourful, zestful performances.
On the DVD: Batman: The Movie on disc includes an affectionate commentary from the two stars ("Oh lookee!" says West repeatedly), after which the duo are heavily involved in the wealth of additional material, even recording dialogue for the interactive animated menus. Seeing them on screen in the 16-minute featurette might be a shock, though. In the restored 1.85:1 film print they look much better! Additionally there's a five-minute "Batmobile Revealed" featurette with designer George Barris, a trailer page with some very humorous inclusions and two large galleries of behind-the-scenes photos.--Paul Tonks
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Holy video, Batman! Fans of the sixties series should all own this movie. It encapsulates the programme - ridiculous villains, heroes not much better, set up fights, all acted rather badly but with extreme earnestness. Kids of all ages will love it, whether they are seeing for the first time or reliving their lost youth.
27 of 30 people found the following review helpful
By "dazcpaz"
Format:DVD
It's difficult to add to the excellent reviews by Amazon and the other contributors, as they've summed it up so well!
The 1989 Batman movie had the Joker - and was very good. The follow up "Batman Returns" had the Penguin and Catwoman, and was pretty good too. The next one "Batman Forever" had the Riddler, but it wasn't up to much. And let's forget about the awful "Batman and Robin" one! This 1966 movie, however, has all these characters and has more entertainment value than all the more recent offerings put together.
Kids will love this movie, as will adults with an ironic sense of humour. There are so many laughs to be had, the characters are larger than life and it is quite evident that the actors are really enjoying it. With a few nods to the camera by Adam West as Batman, what we have here is the movie equivalent of a stage pantomime.
For me, the one scene that stands out is about an hour into the movie where Batman tries to dispose of a bomb. It's got to be one of the funniest scenes in cinematic history! But there are some wonderful throwaway gags that explain how Batman miraculously gets out of a sticky situation.
If you have a DVD player, this is a must-have DVD. There is a worthwhile commentary by Adam West and Burt Ward (Batman and Robin), stills galleries (some of the photos of the Riddler with a "circular saw - conveyabelt torture trap" appear to be from the TV series) and an interesting documentary. The presentation throughout is superb too. Absolutely flawless.
My only wish now is for the 120 episodes of the 1966-68 TV series to be released too! Maybe then we will finally get to see that conveyabelt of the Riddler in action!
9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
In 1966, with the newly minted Batman television show already underway, this movie came out to drum up even more ratings. In this movie Batman (played by Adam West) and Robin (Burt Ward) face an uphill fight, when Penguin (Burgess Merideth), Joker (Cesar Ramero), Riddler (Frank Gorshin) and Catwoman (Lee Meriwether) team up to take over the world! With lots of Biffs and Whams, the dynamic duo takes them on head-to-head, and win with their hearts and minds. [Color, released in 1966, with a running time of 1:45.]
OK, this movie shouldn't be taken too seriously. With a low budget and tongue-in-cheek writing, it's hard not to laugh at the antics. But, that said, it is a fun movie, with lots of excitement and action. My children loved this movie, and I loved that it was clean and up beat.
By the way, a real selling point of this DVD is the extras. My favorite two extras were the look at the Batmobile (staring its designer, George Barris!), and a fun Batman featurette in which Adam West and Burt Ward let you in on all the behind-the-scenes hijinks. This is a great DVD that I highly recommend to all families! Watch it and have fun!
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:s jst ok
not big fan of this type of film so would only really put it on if was last choice x
Published 1 month ago by Lor
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Holy overacting
Great fun this. Kids love it and grown ups will laugh their heads off at the tongue in cheek matcho behaviour of Batman as he tries. To. Get. Rid. Of. The. Bomb. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bianconero
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Brilliance
One of the best movies to watch when you want to take up some time. It never gets old. Perfect for any DVD collection.
Published 3 months ago by Nikki Smith
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Excellent movie
This move is great for it's ridiculousness and Adam West. A must have for any self-respecting Batman fan. To the batmobile!
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Fun movie
This is a film you can have loads of fun watching. Suitable for the whole family, and an good as an unusual gift. We loved it.
Published 3 months ago by Margaret Rea
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fab!!!
Bought this as a present and the little boy who received was chuffed to bits and it is now his fav film! Classic Batman is super chad! Smooth purchase and super fast delivery!!!
Published 3 months ago by Miss Jane Connolly
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Brilliant fun for all the family
I bought this for my son thinking it was the cartoon but when it turned out to be the movie I kept it on the DVD shelf and didnt intend on giving it to my 3 year old son thinking... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Carol
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batman the movie
bought this as a christmas present. have got a copy myself, loved the tv series. and this is a great movie, love it
Published 3 months ago by chris
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good old memories
Children loved watching this old batman movie they were glued to it. Value for money and deliverd well on time for christmas.
Published 4 months ago by paula kearney
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Perfect
Was worried that this wasn't going to be the same as the ones currently on itv4 (featuring kapow etc every 5 seconds) but it was! Read more
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