Batman faces off against two foes: the schizophrenic, horribly scarred former District Attorney Harvey Dent, aka Two-Face, and the Riddler, a disgruntled ex-Wayne Enterprises inventor seeking revenge against his former employer by unleashing his brain-sucking weapon on Gotham City's residents. As the caped crusader also copes with tortured memories of his parents' murder, he has a new romance, with psychologist Chase Meridian.
Two new villains, the psychopathic schemer Riddler and the menacing Two-Face, threaten Gotham City. Batman, struggling with his own demons and the legacy of his parents' murder, must find a way to stop them. He is aided by psychologist Dr. Chase Meridian and the acrobat Dick Grayson, who seeks revenge for his family's death at the hands of Two-Face. Batman must confront his inner darkness to protect the city and forge his own identity.
Batman Forever was met with mixed reviews from critics, who praised its visual style and performances from Jim Carrey and Tommy Lee Jones, but criticized its convoluted plot and departure from the darker tone of previous installments. Audiences were divided, with some enjoying the more colorful and lighter approach, while others missed the gothic atmosphere of Tim Burton's films.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be entertaining and visually appealing, with many enjoying the performances of the villainous characters. However, some reviewers noted that it lacked the depth and darkness of previous Batman films.
Nominated for 3 Academy Awards (Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction, Best Sound).
Jim Carrey's performance as the Riddler was heavily inspired by the character's appearance and mannerisms from the 1960s Batman television series.
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