Batman & Robin (1997)

PG-13 | 2h 5min | 4/10 | #Action #Fantasy

Parental Rating: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned. Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13)

➱ STORYLINE:

"Batman & Robin" centers on the dynamic duo's battle against Mr. Freeze, who plans to freeze Gotham City to save his dying wife, and Poison Ivy, who aims to overrun the city with flora and eliminate humanity. The film introduces Batgirl, adding another hero to the mix as the trio strive to save Gotham from its icy doom and floral conquest. Amidst the action, the film explores themes of family and teamwork, as Batman, Robin, and Batgirl must overcome their differences and personal conflicts to work together effectively.

➱ STAFF REVIEW:

Joel Schumacher's "Batman & Robin" is often criticized for its departure from the darker themes characteristic of the Batman franchise, opting instead for a lighter, more comedic approach that didn't resonate with all fans. George Clooney's portrayal of Batman is charismatic, yet the film struggles under the weight of its own spectacle, with over-the-top performances and a script laden with one-liners. Despite its ambitious visual style and special effects, the film's lack of narrative depth and character development was a disappointment. However, it holds a place in the Batman anthology as a lesson in the risks of straying too far from the source material's essence.

➱ CREDITS:

Director: Joel Schumacher

Written by: Akiva Goldsman

Starring:

- George Clooney as Batman / Bruce Wayne

- Chris O'Donnell as Robin / Dick Grayson

- Alicia Silverstone as Batgirl / Barbara Wilson

- Arnold Schwarzenegger as Mr. Freeze

- Uma Thurman as Poison Ivy

- Robert Swenson as Bane

Produced by:

- Peter Macgregor-Scott