With its own storied history, both on and off the page, there are bound to be some things fans aren’t aware of.

Not to mention what countless cartoonists have brought to the table over the years. And Zack Snyder brought us the fiercest and most comic book accurate interpretation yet, as it was like a Jim Lee illustration that sprung to life. In Burton’s first two Batman flicks, the black armoured leather and eyeshadow heralded a return to the character’s mysterious origins. In the 60s Adam West movie and tv show, it radiated a colourful reassurance and the severe eyebrows on the cowl gave it that slyly comedic touch. But like Batman himself, the Batsuit has undergone countless interpretations and re-interpretations over time. It’s so iconic an image that if it were silhouetted, most people in the world would still recognize it. I took the part without even reading the script.' Yep, he was the perpetrator of the classic 'did not read the contract before signing it' trope.When we think of the Batsuit, what immediately comes to mind? Cape, cowl, giant bat logo emblazoned on the chest, and that striking yellow utility belt filled with all sorts of wonderful gadgets. As he said in the documentary about his acting career, 'Val,' 'By Hollywood standards Batman is the ultimate leading role and a dream come true. One can't blame Kilmer for trying, however. There's a reason Kilmer didn't return to the part.

The actor whose stint as Bruce Wayne has had almost universally poor reception is Val Kilmer, who only played the role in one film, 'Batman Forever.' The film is overly goofy and quite bad, and Kilmer's performance doesn't exactly do much to save the poor script.

Others, like Ben Affleck's DC Cinematic Universe run, are not as well looked upon. Some, like Christian Bale's 'The Dark Knight' trilogy and Adam West's ultra-cheesy television run, are remembered quite fondly. The various Batmen have had varied critical receptions.

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