Affleck is nowhere near Bale. He might look the part, but Bale came first.
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It's such a shame that Ben Affleck who is a terrible actor would try his hand at this, you're never going to be Christopher Bale caliber actor just give up already Ben Affleck, go home.

At the time, superhero films weren't overhyped (for lack of a better word) like they are now. If this film were released even 5 years later, it would probably be a lot different.

I always found it to be the best; showing Batman's creation process in more detail rather than being invoked through quick references or flashbacks! Of course Ras became more a mentor than someone who needed Batman's help later as in the animated series!

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The movie has always been underrated!! I remember back when the Dark Knight came out no one knew about Batman Begins.

Agreed!

All three films are masterpieces of the genre.

No, it's a solid 7/10. It was a good start, but nothing special.
I don't know how The Dull Knight Rests could be underrated when it is a 3/10.
The Dull Knight itself is only a 5/10 - way over-rated because of Ledgers unfortunate death.

I will always consider this my favorite Batman movie. The Dark Knight is great, but Ledger's death gave it a lot more hype than it originally had. Not taking anything away from The Dark Knight or Ledger for that matter.
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