Review of Batman (1989) by Ken Hanke for Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC) — 21 Aug 2002

Langourously paced, but compelling rethinking.

This review of Batman (1989) was written by Ken Hanke and published by Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC) on 21 Aug 2002.

Batman has generally received very positive reviews.

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