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"Batman Begins" (2005)

Batman Begins Synopsis: In the wake of his parents' murder, disillusioned industrial heir Bruce Wayne travels the world seeking the means to fight injustice and turn fear against those who prey on the fearful. He returns to Gotham and unveils his alter-ego: Batman, a masked crusader who uses his strength, intellect and an array of high tech deceptions to fight the sinister forces that threaten the city.

Christian Bale Discusses "Batman Begins"

Christian Bale on taking Batman seriously, the other Batman movies, Frank Miller's books, getting into shape physically, and satisfying Batman fans.

"Batman Begins" - Another Interview with Christian Bale

"Batman Begins" star Christian Bale talks about getting into the Batsuit, the Batmobile, making "Batman Begins" a more character driven movie, and researching the role of Batman in this interview from the San Francisco Wonder Con.

"Batman Begins" Movie Review

I get it! I finally understand the point of a guy dressing up in a batsuit and flying around Gotham fighting crime. Finally after all these years, someone’s found a way to make it all seem logical to a non-comic book person like myself.

"Batman Begins" David Goyer and Cillian Murphy Interview

Screenwriter David Goyer and 'Scarecrow' Cillian Murphy discuss "Batman Begins" at the San Diego Comic Con.

Christopher Nolan on Directing "Batman Begins"

Christopher Nolan on taking on a big budget blockbuster, setting the tone of "Batman Begins," the music of "Batman Begins," sequels, and CGI.

"Batman Begins" Photo Gallery

Gallery of photos from the Warner Bros. Pictures movie "Batman Begins," featuring Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes, Cillian Murphy and Gary Oldman.

Katie Holmes Interview - "Batman Begins"

Katie Holmes on working with director Christopher Nolan, playing Rachel, and her relationship with Tom Cruise.

"Batman Begins" Makes My Top 10 List

"Batman Begins" earned a spot on my personal Top 10 Best Movies of 2005 list.

Michael Caine Interview

Michael Caine on director Christopher Nolan, working with "Batman" star Christian Bale, and getting into the role of Alfred the butler.

Morgan Freeman and Gary Oldman Interview

Morgan Freeman and Gary Oldman on the serious tone of this "Batman" movie and the upcoming sequels.

Batman Poll

Which actor made the best Batman?

"Batman Begins" Movie Trailers

Super Bowl trailer, teaser trailer, and theatrical trailer for the movie "Batman Begins," starring Christian Bale, in Quicktime, Windows Media and Real Media formats.

"Batman Begins" DVD News

Info on the October 18, 2005 DVD release of "Batman Begins."

David Goyer and Charles Roven on "Batman Begins"

Writer David Goyer and producer Charles Roven on previous "Batman" movies, removing the campiness, future "Batman" movies, and deciding on the "Batman Begins" villains.

"Batman Begins" Movie Credits

Cast and crew list for "Batman Begins," starring Christian Bale and Michael Caine.

"Batman Begins" Movie Posters

Christian Bale stars in "Batman Begins."

"Batman Begins" Windows Media Skin

Download this skin from "Batman Begins."

Batman Begins Inspires a Stunt Show

Six Flags Magic Mountain debuts the new Batman Begins Stunt Show based on Warner Bros. Pictures' "Batman Begins" summer movie release starring Christian Bale and Katie Holmes.

"Batman Begins" IMAX Film News

IMAX Corporation and Warner Bros. Pictures announced that "Batman Begins" will be simultaneously released to IMAX(R) and conventional 35mm theatres on June 17th, 2005.

Adam West on Batman, Villains, and the Batman Movies

Batman TV series star Adam West narrates a special on superheroes, villains, and vixens for Bravo. While promoting the series, West discussed playing Batman and his take on the Batman movies, including "Batman Begins" starring Christian Bale.

NEWSWEEK: New Batman Movie To Explain How Bruce Wayne Becomes Batman

Newsweek gets an exclusive on set look at "Batman Begins," starring Christian Bale and directed by Christopher Nolan.

"Batman Begins" - Japan Premiere

The U.S. Pavilion and Warner Bros. Pictures Japan announced that Warner Bros. Pictures' highly anticipated feature, "Batman Begins," will make its Japanese premiere at the World's Fair, Expo 2005 in Aichi, Japan.

"Batman Begins" and NASCAR

NASCAR, Warner Bros. Consumer Products and International Speedway Corporation announced that "Batman Begins," the film from Warner Bros. Pictures, will take center stage at Michigan International Speedway on June 19, 2005 for the running of the NASCAR Nextel Cup Batman Begins 400.

Batman and Superman Unite on WB

Two DC Comics legends, Clark Kent and Batman, united on Wednesday, May 18, 2005 as The WB presents the world premiere of an exclusive eight-minute special footage preview of the highly anticipated theatrical release "Batman Begins," which will air within the 90-minute presentation of the season finale of the network’s hit drama, "Smallville."

"Batman Begins" Inspires Video Games

"Batman Begins," the movie starring Christian Bale, inspires "Batman" video games.

"Batman" Production News

Christian Bale cast as Bruce Wayne/Batman in director Christopher Nolan's upcoming "Batman" movie.

DC Comics Unveils New Logo

DC Comics unveiled a new DC Comics company logo which will appear on all comic books, graphic novels, films and television series based on DC properties.

"Batman Begins" Commences Filming

"Batman Begins," director Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film starring Christian Bale, has commenced production in Iceland, with Gary Oldman joining the all-star cast.

"Batman Begins" Video Game

The stars of "Batman Begins" the movie are lending their voices to "Batman Begins" the game.

"Batman" Finds Its Alfred

"Variety" and "The Hollywood Reporter" are reporting that Academy Award-winning actor has joined Christian Bale for the upcoming Warner Bros. movie, "Batman," to be directed by Christopher Nolan ("Memento").

Ken Watanabe Joins "Batman"

"The Last Samurai's" Ken Watanabe has joined the cast of Christopher Nolan's "Batman," for Warner Bros. Pictures.

Official "Batman Begins" Website

Warner Bros. Pictures official site for "Batman Begins," starring Christian Bale and directed by Christopher Nolan. RELEASE DATE: June 15, 2005

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