If you’re in the mood for silly fun and wacky humor, The LEGO Batman Movie supplies plenty of both. Commissioner James Gordon retires and his beautiful redheaded daughter, Barbara Gordon (Rosario Dawson), takes his place. Barbara is not a supporter of Batman’s vigilante justice. She wants to work as a “team.” Meanwhile, in a moment of distraction, Bruce Wayne (Will Arnett), agrees to adopt orphan Dick Grayson (Michael Cera) who soon turns into Robin. The Joker and a dozen DC villains, threaten to destroy Gotham. Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, writers and directors of the original The LEGO Movie co-produced this film. Yes, there’s plenty of silliness and humor as Batman is forced to work with others to save his city against his loner inclinations. If you’re a fan of Batman and DC villains, you’re in for a treat with this movie. Be prepared to laugh! GRADE: B+
I’ve seen an amazing number of promos and tie-ins for this one. I won’t pay money to see it but it looks a lot lighter and more fun than the recent real Batman movies!
Jeff, there’s no doubt this LEGO animation is a lot lighter than the DARK KNIGHT series. I enjoyed it.
I’m told both this and John Wick 2 homage a certain Orson Welles sequence.
Bill, could be. My review of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER TWO will be up here tomorrow.
Wow. You beat my grandson to it! We saw I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO, which was about as different as two movies can be. White Guilt–I will die from it.
Patti, I’m guessing I laughed more at THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE than you did at I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO.
Jackie is eagerly awaiting JOHN WICK 2.
Jeff, our BUFFALO NEWS movie critic gave JOHN WICK 2 three and a half out of four stars. He loved it!
I enjoyed the Lego movie, so I’ll catch this at some time. I also liked John Wick, so will catch the sequel. I’ve had a cold all this month, so haven’t been to a movie (don’t want my coughing & sneezing to disturb the 10 or less people that are usually in the theater at the time I go)
Maggie, keep taking your Vitamin-C!
Absolutely not. Kids wacky movie for 8 year olds? Not for me.
Rick, you would be surprised by the amount of adult humor they smuggle in to THE LEGO BATMAN MOVIE. I think you’d be amused.