I wasn't 100% on the idea of having a show based on Batman, you know without Batman. But once I started hearing more about it, the more I was convinced. Mainly with Ben McKenzie cast as the lead, who is no stranger to this universe, as he provided the voice of The Dark Knight in the 2011 animated film, Batman: Year One.
But now that I've finally watched the pilot, I'll say that I was impressed, surprised even. First thing that caught my eye was the cinematography, dark, dirty and sufficient to keep me invested. Ben McKenzie and Donal Logue instantly click as Jim Gordon and Harvey Bullock, having great chemistry, butting heads with one another.
The story is very straightforward, diving into the murder of Thomas and Martha Wayne, leaving a young Bruce Wayne (David Mazouz) completely terrified. The interesting thing is how relatively shady things go down, simply trying to keep things tight lipped. And that comes with huge consequences, as trust is subsequently questioned.
It was great to see some cameos from Edward Nygma (Cory Michael Smith), Selina Kyle (Cameren Bicondova) amongst others. Glad to see Jada Pinkett Smith again, who is great as Fish Mooney, but the big surprise was Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot, who was awesome.
Gotham is heading in the right direction so far, and has huge potential. Great leads in McKenzie and Logue, good story and characters, I'll definitely be sure to tune in next week.
RATING: 3.5/5
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