The World’s Greatest Detective is back on the big screen, and he may just be bolder and better than ever. Matt Reeves’ latest addition to the catalogs of the Caped Crusader is already a huge hit with critics and fans alike, with praise going to almost all aspects of The Batman.
One ingredient that set the film up for success from the start was its A-list cast. The likes of Robert Pattinson, Colin Farrell, and Andy Serkis are huge names in cinema, and stars like Zoe Kravitz have only further cemented themselves as Hollywood residents thanks to their performances in The Batman. For any fans seeking out more from these heavyweight talents, there’s no further investigation needed. These are just a handful of excellent cinematic outings featuring the cast of The Batman.
10 The Lighthouse Is A Dark, Disturbing Thriller Featuring A Wild Performance From Robert Pattinson
Robert Pattinson has gone to great lengths to shed his teen heartthrob image in recent years. Perhaps his most admirable attempt (aside from embracing the darkness of the Dark Knight) is his jaw-dropping performance in The Lighthouse opposite the all-time great on-screen presence that is Willem Dafoe.
Robert Eggers’ twisted and terrifying picture blends survival horror, psychological thrills, and darkly unsettling character study. One of 2019’s best movies, The Lighthouse earned multiple award nominations, including an Academy Award nod for Best Cinematography. Any doubts surrounding Pattinson’s ability to switch genres were put to rest with this disturbing picture.
9 Rise Of The Planet Of The Apes Is An Example Of Just How Great A Talent Andy Serkis Is
As one of the many screen stars to suit up as Batman’s trusted butler Alfred, Andy Serkis has firmly established himself as a terrific actor capable of far more than the motion capture work he is so famous for. With that said, his ground-breaking work should not be overlooked even as he continues to increase his presence in Hollywood.
Rise of the Planet of the Apes features one of Serkis’ many incredible mo-cap performances. Rise successfully revived a beloved franchise and started one of its own. As an extra incentive for Bat-fans, the second and third installments are directed by The Batman director Matt Reeves.
8 Prisoners Is A Masterpiece From Acclaimed Director Denis Villeneuve
One of the main reasons that movies fans rejoiced upon hearing news of Paul Dano’s casting in The Batman was his deeply unsettling showing in Denis Villeneuve’s masterful thriller Prisoners. As a suspected kidnapper with learning difficulties, Dano made his character one of the most unforgettable aspects of the movie.
Prisoners is gritty, disturbing, and ventures to places that few films dare to. This must-watch movie from the director of Dune also contains an incredibly powerful performance from Hugh Jackman. One that is only enhanced by Dano’s villainous presence.
7 Miller’s Crossing Is A Coen Brothers’ Crime Classic
1990’s Miller’s Crossing is a prohibition-era period piece from the Coen Brothers. The cast is unsurprisingly filled with talent considering the filmmakers behind the production, including Gabriel Byrne, Steve Buscemi, Frances McDormand, and John Turturro (known to fans of The Batman as Carmine Falcone).
The Coen Brothers’ signature style is on display though in a more reserved manner than many fans may expect. A mob movie that encompasses much of what makes the gangster genre great, Miller’s Crossing is violent and unforgiving, yet it never strays far from feeling like the kind of unforgettable art that the Coens are famous for.
6 Zoe Kravitz Showed Off Her Talents In Mad Max: Fury Road
After spending decades in development hell, Mad Max: Fury Road wowed audiences upon release in 2015. The fourth installment in the post-apocalyptic franchise gave the series a much-needed injection of adrenaline, and Fury Road now stands as one of the greatest action movies ever made.
Fury Road’s stacked cast features Tom Hardy, Charlize Theron, Nicolas Hoult, and The Batman‘s Zoe Kravitz. It’s a truly exhilarating experience that rarely lets up for any of its 120 minutes and one that garnered a remarkable 6 wins out of 10 nominations at the Academy Awards.
5 Christopher Nolan’s Tenet Features Another Excellent Showing From Pattinson
While admittedly not Christopher Nolan’s greatest sci-fi movie, Tenet is still the intriguing, ambitious, high-concept science fiction flick one would expect from the man that brought audiences Interstellar and Inception. When it comes to performances within the film, results are something of a mixed bag, with the exception of Robert Pattinson who is in top form throughout.
From non-linear, mind-bending storytelling to Michael Caine, all the Nolan sci-fi staples are present. Tenet was a hit with critics and finished up 2020 as the fifth highest-grossing film of the year.
4 Swiss Army Man Is An Outrageous And Surprisingly Moving Movie
When it comes to movies with bizarre concepts, few can contend with 2016’s Swiss Army Man. Oddly charming and completely surreal, this comedy-drama from Daniels has Paul Dano playing a suicidal man lost on an island as he befriends a recently washed-up dead body.
The corpse in question is played by none other than Daniel Radcliffe. The Harry Potter star manages to bring life to his very dead character, adding tremendous chemistry with Dano that results in Swiss Army Man being one of the most unexpectedly touching movies of the 2010s.
3 The Gentlemen Is Gangster Greatness From Guy Ritchie
A bonafide A-lister and one of Ireland’s finest exports, Colin Farrell has been a major player in the movie biz since he made the trip to Tinseltown in the early 2000s. While he has rarely slowed down in terms of quality and quantity, one of Farrell’s most recent show-stealings came in Guy Ritchie’s slick, stylish, gangster movie The Gentlemen.
Backed up by Matthew McConaughey, Charlie Hunnam, Henry Golding, and an equally awesome Hugh Grant, Farrell helped to make the gangster flick one of Ritchie’s best-ever efforts.
2 Black Panther Is One Of The MCU’s Finest Installments
Despite being the world’s most celebrated motion capture actor, Andy Serkis has been a presence on screen since the late ’80s. One of Serkis’ most enjoyable live-action roles came in 2018’s Black Panther. As Ulysses Klaue, Serkis showed off his amazing voice work with an outrageously enjoyable South African accent.
Klaue finishes the film as one of its most memorable characters. Chadwick Boseman, The Walking Dead‘s Danai Gurira, and Michael B. Jordan also star. Black Panther was the first superhero movie to score an Oscar nomination for Best Picture.
1 Good Time May House Robert Pattinson’s Most Powerful Performance
Many fans still consider the Safdie Brothers’ Good Time to feature Robert Pattinson’s career-best work. While that debate will likely continue for decades to come, there’s no denying the high quality of the neo-grindhouse thriller and Pattinson’s moody, evocative performance within it.
With expert direction, a wild, engrossing story, and Pattinson at the center of it all, Good Time is a must-watch for any fan of the British star. The Safdie Brothers would follow up Good Time with the equally excellent Uncut Gems in 2019.
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