10. Any Other Business
When making this list there were a number of considerations that didnt quite warrant their own segment so heres a quick run through of any other business. - The addition of Selena Kyle was hugely entertaining. Anne Hathaways performance exceeded all expectations though her arc didnt pass without a couple of issues. Firstly, as has been pointed out, the inclusion of the subplot with Juno Temples Jen seemed a little unnecessary other then to promote Selinas Robin Hood-esque moral standing. Although Temples star is now on the rise, if a complete unknown played Jen it would perhaps not have garnered the same attention. Also, correct me if Im wrong, but isnt Catwoman (I know the name is never mentioned) supposed to be a little more morally dubious? Speaking as someone who bought fully bought into the climax on the whole, one thing that was never really in doubt was her intention to help out. And would she really be there with Bruce in
that last scene? - The relative lack of CGI for a summer blockbuster was impressive and hugely refreshing. - I dont personally agree with What Cultures recent list triumphing Nolan as the greatest director of the 21st Century, and although he occasionally gets a little criticism for his action scenes, his penchant for spectacle is a joy. The grandiose opening scene of TDKR was so unnecessary but so brilliant. James Bond-esque, surely hes next in line? - I was more than happy to buy that Blake recognised Wayne as Batman almost immediately, what I didnt realise until the end of the film was the Gordon didnt know, yet it took the rather tenuous talk of a jacket around a boys shoulders for him to figure it out. - Stop complaining about the time bomb device, all you pedants go back and watch it again and enjoy it for what it is. If you can successfully do that and youre feeling ambitious, go back and do the same with Prometheus (results may vary).