Episode #21 - "Batman" (1989)

In honor of the release of Matt Reeves’ The Batman this past weekend, Claudio and Oz head back to the Gotham City of Keaton, Nicholson, Basinger, and Burton. The hosts discuss Batman’s critical place in the legacy and growth of superhero/comic book movies, the glory of the world building, and the ways the film has aged. Topics this week include deep dives into the careers of Tim Burton, Michael Keaton, Kim Basinger, and the legend Jack Nicholson. Finally, the Final Review boys wrap by discussing the ranking of the entire Batman franchise from ‘66 to ‘22. “Tell me something, my friend. Have you ever danced with the devil in the pale moonlight?” CATEGORIES INCLUDE: - Top 5 Tim Burton - Top 5 Jack Nicholson - Top 5 Michael Keaton - Top 5 Kim Bassinger - Top 5 Danny Elfman (REDUX) - Top 5 DC Films (REDUX) - Top 5 of 1989 (REDUX) - Top 5 of the 1980s (REDUX) - Top 5 Superhero Films (REDUX) - Top 5 Batman Films Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices