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Title: More than solid sequel to the groundbreaking first film
Review: Tim Burton's first Batman film was, despite it's flaws, a masterpiece and helped set the standard for comic to film adaptations. This eagerly anticipated follow up was an instant hit, and saw the return of director Tim Burton and star Michael Keaton. The fantastic set design and costumes are some of the many highlights here, but the standout performances from Michelle Pfeiffer and Danny DeVito as Catwoman and the Penguin respectively help make Batman Returns a more than solid sequel. Keaton is terrific as usual as the Dark Knight in what would prove to be his last performance in the series. There is a much darker vibe here than in the first film, and despite some of the film's flaws, it's still one of the better comic inspired films of all time.
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