Batman and Harley Quinn

Funny animated film with surprisingly smart dialogs. I simply do not understand bad ratings and negative fan reactions! 🦇 Some lines of Harley Quinn are hilarious, and the scene at her apartment may be highlighted. The homage to the 60's series at the Shrubby's bar was very nice. The light approach of this film makes Batman's impatience quite funny too. For some surprising periods in the first part of the movie, it may be the most sexual DC film since Batman Returns!

So I saw the movie yesterday and I've gotta say that I was pretty disappointed. I've been a DC fan for almost 15 years and Harley Quinn is one of my favorite characters. This movie didn't really do her justice. She was constantly on edge and very snappy. Now I understand that this was a different take on her but since it was a Bruce Timm movie I had hoped to see his version of her (gleeful, naughty, goofy and aggressive when needed). I understand that this was aftermath Harley, she's been through a lot and will not let anyone walk over her. I suppose that's realistic. But it wasn't enough for me to truly enjoy the movie. This was because of multiple reasons.

The script writing was meager and kept going from serious to gag. I wasn't sure what this movie wanted to be. It could have been both but it just switched it up too fast and often. The plot was pretty generic and there were a lot of OOC moments for some of the characters. I could have given this movie much more credit but sadly the abrupt and anti-climatic ending made me seal the deal. This movie was okay, not great.

To prevent being a complete sour puss I will add what I did like about the movie. I loved the animation style, it made me feel very nostalgic.Some of the jokes were pretty funny and I did enjoy the fight scenes.There's also a fair amount of easter eggs referring to Adam West his Batman. So should you watch this movie? My answer is yes, because this is just my opinion and you might like it either way ;)

Well - i was not bored.

That is about the most positive thing i can say. The movie is drawn in the style of the old animated series - and the style does hold up well.

In terms of characters - i really cannot say much, because i am not into comics and my knowledge of those characters does not go beyond having occasionally watched some of the batman and justice league shows.

I like the design of Harley and Poisen. I guess the tree guy was meant to be menacing, but i never felt like he was. He was just a strong guy made of wood.

To me - Batman felt a little out of character. I did not know he would kind of conscript a criminal in his investigations. But then again - i am not really familiar with him.

All in all - it did not feel like a feature length "movie" - but rather like an extended Saturday show. Probably a must have for a completionist - but quite forgettable otherwise.

I didn't take this movie quite as serious as some who've reviewed it here on IMDb. Their views are perfectly valid and insightful and I for one appreciate their efforts; I guess I just assumed this movie was going to be offbeat (due to the title) and went in just hoping to be entertained not to have a life-changing experience. Guess what?! I really was (entertained that is)! In my opinion, it was just the right amount of nostalgia for Batman The Animated Series (BTAS) of the 90's with a bit of modern WTF & OMG thrown in for good measure. I was genuinely shocked a couple of times (you'll know when you get to THAT scene) and laughed out loud at others (keep your eyes out for the Batusi!!) Thought I must admit, I really missed Arleen Sorkin's voice as Harley. Not sure what happened there WB?! I mean, it seems like a no brainer to bring her back if you bring everyone else from BTAS back (just sayin').

One way you might be able to enjoy 'Batman & Harley Quinn' more is if you just look at it as a really long "lost episode" of BTAS, not an addition to the DC Animated Universe. That's what I found myself doing. I didn't love every single episode of BTAS (gasp!) but I did love the entire series overall. There are people who will trash this film, stating that it somehow destroyed their childhood, but honestly, if that's the case then they took it WAY too seriously. It was exactly what the title implied; a crazy hybrid story that intertwines Batman (and Nightwing) with a Harley Quinn story. My suggestion is this: if you are hankerin' for an animated film, want to be entertained and maybe kill 75 min., watch this quirky, sometimes shocking flick.

Lighten up people, or as a great clown once said..."Why so serious?!"

I enjoyed this movie. The animation was simple, but it was clearly a particular style they were going for, and it was well executed.

The jokes I found were entertaining, and the dialogue good also. I like how it's not made for kids.