Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1
Old heroes never die. They just get darker.
Overview
Batman has not been seen for ten years. A new breed of criminal ravages Gotham City, forcing 55-year-old Bruce Wayne back into the cape and cowl. But, does he still have what it takes to fight crime in a new era?
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
The Dark Knight Returns graphic novel and its animated adaptation reflect anxieties about crime, social breakdown, and the perceived ineffectiveness of government in the 1980s. It presents a dystopian vision of Gotham City where Batman's return is both a necessity and a challenge to the established order, questioning the cost of security and the nature of heroism.
- Faithful adaptation of Frank Miller's iconic graphic novel, capturing its dark and gritty tone.
- Excellent voice acting, particularly Peter Weller as Batman, delivering a weathered and world-weary performance.
- Exploration of complex themes like vigilantism, societal decay, and the role of government in maintaining order.
- Visually impressive animation style that closely mirrors Miller's distinctive artwork.
Fun Facts
- The design of Batman's new suit in the film is almost exactly the same as in the comics. The animation team went to great lengths to stay true to Miller's art.
- Several characters from the original comic, such as the Mutant Leader, are rendered almost exactly as they were on the page.
- The news reports in the film often feature direct quotes from the graphic novel, adding another layer of faithfulness to the source material.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Old heroes never die. They just get darker."
Français
FR
Title: Batman : The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1
"Un Batman vieillissant doit sortir de sa retraite pour faire face à un nouvel ennemi."
Português
PT
Title: Batman: O Cavaleiro das Trevas, Parte 1
"Velhos heróis nunca morrem. Eles só ficam mais obscuros."
Español
ES
Title: Batman: El regreso del Caballero Oscuro, Parte 1
"Batman: El regreso del Caballero Oscuro, Parte 1"
Deutsch
DE
Title: Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Teil 1
"Alte Helden sterben nie, sie werden nur dunkler."
Türkçe
TR
Title: Batman: Kara Şövalye Dönüyor 1. Bölüm
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Reviews
The only area in which _The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1_ suffers, is foretold in the title: This is just part one. You watch those two parts combined back to back? You've got the best superhero movie ever made.
_Final rating:★★★★½ - Ridiculously strong appeal. I can’t stop thinking about it._
Oscar Awards
Wins
Haven't Won A Oscar
Nominations
Haven't Nominated for Oscar