Who’s the Best Batman?
Friday, July 18th, 2008
So Batman: The Dark Knight has opened here in T.O. to rave reviews. The Toronto Star gave it 4 out of 4 stars. It looks like it’s a great movie, whether you’re a comic book fan or not. I’m hoping to check it out this weekend.
Batman hasn’t exactly had nine lives, but close to it. There have been seven actors who have played the caped crusader in live action versions of the character - Christian Bale (Present), George Clooney (1997), Val Kilmer (1995), Michael Keaton (1989, 1992), Adam West (1966), Robert Lowery (1949) and Lewis Wilson (1943).
I haven’t seen the Lowery or Wilson performances, but I have to admit, Adam West will always be the consummate Bruce Wayne/Batman to me. He may not have had the rippling muscles the plastic suits and personal trainers afforded his successors, but there was just something about his delivery that made you admire his strength of character. His voice, his demeanor, his actions made you believe that he would always do what was right, even if it wasn’t right for him. That, my friends, is a true hero.
Who was your favourite Batman? Are you going to check out the new film this weekend? Feel free to post your thoughts and your review by clicking on the No Comments/Comments link below. Today’s Jack Nation bonus code is DARKKNIGHT. It’s valid until July 20th.