Episode 58: Tim Burton's Batman + Batman Returns
This week, Gavia and Morgan discuss Tim Burton's Batman films, Batman (1989) and Batman Returns (1992), starring Michael Keaton, Jack Nicholson, Michelle Pfeiffer, and others. Topics discussed include how these Gothic movies stand apart from later cinematic Batmans, Burton's early-20th century cinema influences, the unique appeal of Keaton's Bruce Wayne, and the greatness of Pfeiffer's Catwoman.
On October 3rd, we will be discussing John le Carré's new novel, A Legacy of Spies. Check it out now to get up to speed before the episode!
Links
"25 Years Later, Michelle Pfeiffer’s Catwoman Is Still the Best Superhero Movie Villain," Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture
Our episodes on Wonder Woman and Batman v Superman
Gavia's new podcast: The Parsec Podcast