"Batman Begins" is the origin story of how billionaire Bruce Wayne came to be the Batman, stalking the streets of Gotham City in search of criminals. It flashes back to Bruce's childhood, shows his training at the hand of a dark master and shows his transformation from bitter victim to champion of good.
Directed by Christopher Nolan. Written by Christopher Nolan and David Goyer. Starring Christian Bale, Liam Neeson, Katie Holmes, Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman, Rutger Hauer, Cillian Murphy and Tom Wilkinson.