Batman (1989)

Directed by Tim Burton
← Inspired by 1 films

Having witnessed his parents' brutal murder as a child, millionaire philanthropist Bruce Wayne fights crime in Gotham City disguised as Batman, a costumed hero who strikes fear into the hearts of villains. But when a deformed madman known as 'The Joker' seizes control of Gotham's criminal underworld, Batman must face his most ruthless nemesis ever while protecting both his identity and his love interest, reporter Vicki Vale.

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Films that influenced Batman

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Influenced By

  1. The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920)
    "Burton's Gotham as Expressionist nightmare cityscape — leaning towers, deep shadow, gargoyle-laden architecture — descends from Caligari's visual playbook." source

Batman (1989), directed by Tim Burton, was inspired by 1 earlier film — including The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari. Check out the citations below.