batman 1989 , i love this movie

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Batmania swept the world in 1989 with merchandise everywhere, but controversy over Michael Keaton's casting sparked 50,000 protest letters.

This episode explores the 1989 Batman film, covering the massive hype and casting controversy around Michael Keaton, his acclaimed performance, Tim Burton's dark direction inspired by Frank Miller, and the Joker's origin story. It highlights how the movie redefined Batman on screen.

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