Comedian Ryan Dalton is the first guest on the maiden voyage as he "attempts" to convince host comedians Kevin Gootee and Kevin Israel that Batman Begins is an awful, overrated film. In this episode, we sit down with film critic and pop culture expert Ryan Dalton to discuss why the movie Batman Begins, often hailed as a superhero classic, is actually overrated. While the film marked a major turning point for the Batman franchise and introduced us to Christopher Nolan's vision of Gotham City, Dalton argues that it falls short in several key areas.

Dalton begins by unpacking the film's portrayal of the character of Bruce Wayne/Batman, arguing that the script and direction fail to capture the complexity and depth of the Dark Knight's persona. He also critiques the film's pacing and editing, which he believes often drag or rush through important plot points.

But Dalton's most pointed criticism is reserved for the film's handling of the villain Ra's al Ghul, played by Liam Neeson. Despite Neeson's strong performance, Dalton argues that the character's motivations and actions are poorly defined and don't hold up to scrutiny.

Throughout the episode, Dalton backs up his arguments with specific examples from the film, comparing Batman Begins to other superhero movies and discussing its legacy in the genre. He also offers insights into how critical consensus can sometimes become skewed or outdated, leading to a distorted perception of a film's quality.

Whether you're a diehard Batman fan or just curious about how movies get evaluated, this episode offers a fresh take on a classic superhero film. Join us as we explore why Batman Begins may not be the masterpiece it's often made out to be.

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