Half a face and some riddles ain't nothing for the Knight.

Starring: Val Kilmer, Tommy Lee Jones, Jim Carrey, Nicole Kidman, Chris O'Donnell, Michael Gough, Pat Hingle, Drew Barrymore, Debi Mazar, Elizabeth Sanders

DML Rating: ★★★★★☆☆☆☆☆ - average

"Poor Edward. I had to save them both. You see, I'm both Bruce Wayne and Batman. Not because I have to be. Now... because I choose to be." - Batman, to the Riddler

Why watch this? New director. New Batman. And a Boy Wonder.

Plot Summary: Batman faces off against two new villains, the psychologically scarred Two-Face and the vengeful inventor, Riddler, who team up to extract information from the brains of Gotham City's residents. Meanwhile, Batman navigates a budding relationship with a psychologist and finds a new partner in a young acrobat seeking revenge. Ultimately, Batman and his new partner work together to protect Gotham.

Dad's Preview: Joel Schumacher took over the reins from Tim Burton and brought forth a new feel for the third film in the Batman franchise. It's looser, more comical, and the director's style is infused with neon colors galore. The flick's strength are its stars, all top-tier actors. Kilmer excels as Batman, but Jim Carrey really stands out as the insane, maniacal Riddler. It's fast-moving, very fun and a perfect way to suspend logic and enjoy this comic book-inspired romp through Gotham City.

PolyGram Pictures, Tim Burton Productions; Warner Bros.