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So, this lovely morning, I am watching Batman, Tim Burton style and I got to wondering, who has done the Batman series justice?

We have Tim Burton’s stylized Batman and Batman Returns, which I love. It’s dark, gritty, and well done. The only downfall of this series is the Prince soundtrack on the first Batman. Jack Nicholson does an amazing job as the Joker and Micheal Keaton makes a good Batman.

Next we have Joel Schumaker’s Batman Forever and Batman and Robin. These are the campy ones, much like the tv show was. These are better for kids to enjoy, they are light and brainless, I feel, but my kids like them. Upside is watching Jim Carrey play the Riddler and Uma Thurman play Poison Ivy.

Lastly, we have Chris Nolan’s versions, Batman Begins and The Dark Knight. These are darker, grittier and the plot is better than both Tim & Joel. (Sorry Tim, still love you!) And while I would have never thought to cast Christian Bale as Batman, it works. Plus, let’s not forget Heath Ledger’s Joker, which has been the best Joker ever, hands down. His Joker brings creepy and psychotic to a whole new level. (Trust me, I wrote a psych paper based in him and I was told it was too long and par it down.)

So, now the question, Batman fans: which series is your favorite? Tim, Joel or Chris?