We were invited to a sneak preview of the LEGO Batman movie last week and we were shocked that the teens wanted to go with us. Finding a family movie that teens are interested in seeing is very rare. This is the second movie in the Warner Bros. series that follows the extremely successful and original LEGO Movie. Batman is the lead character in this movie, and he attempts to save the city from the Joker’s hostile takeover. During the movie, Batman runs into nearly every single comic book character that he has ever encountered. If you enjoyed the original LEGO movie, you will love this one too, as all the characters make fun of themselves starting with the opening credits. This movie is brilliant in that it works on two very different levels. It somehow appeals to both kids and adults equally. Most kids movies are dreadful for adults, and adult movies are usually inappropriate for kids. In some ways this movie felt like a Deadpool for kids, it was very sarcastic and didn’t take itself seriously. The best part is that this movie is really appropriate for any age child. As we discussed the movie on the car ride home we asked the kids if they remembered any bad words at all. Our daughter quietly said, “They did say Dick”. She was right, and the joke went something like this: ”He’s Richard Greyson. His friends call him Dick.” That’s it. That’s officially the only bad word in the movie that we heard. If you are concerned about taking your kids to see this movie you should know: there is no swearing (they even say “heck hole” instead of hellhole), the violence is cartoony (the characters say “pew pew pew” when shooting instead of a gun sound and they say that their weapons are “non-lethal”.
The LEGO Batman movie uses a mix of old school and new school Batman and it is so much fun. You get the “na na na na na na na na na BATMAN” theme alongside references to The Dark Knight, the 60s shows and everything in between. They also included every Batman villain I could think of, including my favorite: Condiment King. When Robin went to get a new costume he ended up in the Nightwing suit while Alfred found one from the original tv show. This gives you even more depth to the Batman history lesson. The Joker is the other main character in the movie who is a mix of mostly the new Joker from Suicide Squad, in terms of how he looks and the old tv show character. The Joker is far more comical than menacing and all he wants is for Batman to recognize him as his greatest nemesis. They treat this relationship almost like a boyfriend/girlfriend where the Joker hates (instead of loves) Batman more than Batman hates him. The Joker character can be scary in other settings, but here they make him look menacing while his actions are generally funny.
The stars behind the voices are easily recognized throughout the movie. Will Arnett is awesome as the voice of Batman, Zach Galifianakis is perfect as the Joker’s voice, and Ralph Fiennes as Alfred. Even Mariah Carey has a sweet cameo in the movie. The music in the LEGO Batman movie is used to convey emotions and feelings and is also used to show us what Batman is thinking, because he can’t tell us since he holds all his emotions in. We heard “I just died in your arms tonight” when he saw Barbara and “One is the loneliest number” was played while Batman was alone and feeling sad. These songs were so expertly placed and matched each scene perfectly with each situation. These, like many other jokes, might go over the heads of the younger kids, but will delight the adults.
The last thing about this movie is the incredibly cool way that LEGOs are worked into to every scene. It must have taken so much time and skill to create the masterpiece that we enjoyed. If your kids are anything like ours, they will love this movie. Our 9,12 and 15 year olds all gave it 2 huge thumbs up. It is such a pleasure to be able to take your kids to a movie without having to worry about bad language, violence or too much sex. Plan a fun movie date WITH your kids, and enjoy this fantastic movie. And remember, always be yourself, unless you can be BATMAN.
My son is a huge LEGO Batman fan. He has the game for his Xbox and DS. He cannot wait to see the movie.
Your son will love this movie so much!! It is great for LEGO Batman fans, and even if you are not a fan you will love it.
I had no idea Mariah Carey did a voice on this movie! I saw the previews and it looks really good – can’t wait to check it out!
There are so many awesome stars lending their voices in this movie. It is fun to try to figure them all out!
This was a fantastic movie. The kids loved it. I can not wait to get a copy to watch at home for a movie night.
We will also be buying a copy on DVD!
Oh! This makes me happy. I’ll never forget playing Batman Lego with my son about half of his life ago and being stuck in the first level for so long because we didn’t know what we were doing. Fast forward, and all three of my kids still enjoying playing the game.
I also got stuck on this game a long time ago! The movie is really so much fun.
I am so excited for this movie! I loved the Lego Movie, and I’m a huge Batman fan so I know I’m going to love this!
You will totally love it! It might be the perfect movie for you.
My brother and his family saw this last week and he says this is a super fun movie. We’re planning to go this weekend.
You will definitely love this movie! Thanks for stopping by.
I’m just amazed that Lego is still popular after all these years. The movie seems like it will be entertaining for kids.
LEGO is one of those brands that will last forever! This movie is great for kids and adults.
I know a lot of kids who are going to be psyched about this movie! Anything LEGO really!
I totally agree with you! Anything LEGO is super popular!
I have always enjoyed Batman and I love Legos so this is a perfect match. I also think it is awesome to be able to take the kids to something they can enjoy. It looks like you had a great time!
LEGO and Batman is a perfect pairing!
My kids would be so excited to see this early! They have been counting down the days until its big release! They are LEGO obsessed!!
It was really fun seeing a sneak peak of the LEGO Batman movie. We really loved it!
One of my nieces is DYING to see this movie! Can’t wait to take her!!
You will both have so much fun. This movie appeals to kids and adults somehow, it is really brilliant how they can pull it off.
We loved the first lego movie and I bet this one is just as good. My youngest loves Legos and plays the game all the time on the wii.
If you liked the first LEGO movie you will love this one too!
Wow, I am quite surprise to know that Mariah Carey did a voiceover in this movie. It’s always fun to hear the voice of your favorite star while watching a movie. The boy in my family love batman, so we will have to check it out. It’s a must in our household.
It really is fun to try and figure out who is doing the voices in this movie!
Our kids really want to see this! Sounds like a fun family movie!
It is a perfect family movie!
Ohhh and Mariah Carey is doing voice overs! I had no idea!
Yup, Mariah Carey had a small part, and she was awesome!
How cool! My son is a huge LEGO fan. He’s going to enjoy this movie to the fullest, for sure.
I know your son will love this movie, and you will too!
I took the family to a screening of Lego Batman Movie and we enjoyed it. My son is a big Lego and Comic fan so this was heaven for him. Although my 5-year-old isn’t she was able to laugh and enjoy it as well.
I was also so impressed that this movie could appeal to such a broad audience!
We’re a LEGO family and can’t wait to see this. I want to watch it with the grandkids, they’re really going to think I’m cool when they realize they get to watch the LEGO Batman movie, lol.
Your grandkids will definitely think you are awesome if you take them to see this movie!
Batman was my favorite character from the Lego Movie a few years ago. He cracks me up!
Batman was my favorite too! You will definitely love this new LEGO movie.