This was much grittier/darker than pervious version. I still prefer the batman that Christian Bale plays, but this one is much better than Ben Affleck & George Clooney's versions. This movie was a long 3 hours. I did catch myself checking time a couple times through out the movie (Which when I'm in the theater does not bode well for the movie. I do recommend seeing it just make sure you empty your bladder before watching.