Tim Burton creates a dark and fantastical world in his Batman movies. There is a lot of unexplained kookiness in this one which makes me believe the movie doesn't want to be taken seriously. Michael Keaton is a solid Batman, Michelle Pfeiffer is hot as Catwoman and Danny DeVito is a disgusting slob as Penguin.
This film should be viewed as a novelty. There isn't much to love but its a fun experience.