''Dunno if anyone else thought this but i thought this and Burton's first Batman has same mood and style a bit :)''
I disagree, the moods were slightly different. Burton's film was slightly more camp (not as camp as the sequel) and not as grounded in a specific time. Both have noir influences (in Burton's film, the shootout at ACE Chemicals etc. and the whole of the Shadow film). The films are actually rather different.
''It's a very cool flick. Especially if you've done your research on the occult.''
It is mostly just Buddhism, and whilst the influence of Buddhism on the Occult is rather great, they should not be equated. This isn't to say that the film contained no Occult elements, though.
''Considering I really don't like comic book movies or the superhero genre in general, I'll hold it up as a testament to just a great FUN movie''
Probably because the film is more of a supernatural noir film.
'' He's easy to relate to as a character, and comes across as genuine - something few superhero movies to well at presenting''
Agree with this. And if you haven't seen it yet, you should watch Sam Raimi's 'Darkman'. the character in that film is quite an ordinary guy you can somewhat relate to (despite being a scientist) and rather likeable. He is also influenced by the Shadow.
''What fear is provoked by the face of fascism!'' - Víctor Jara, murdered in Pinochet's coup.
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