Editing Batman: The Animated Series (section)

===Critical reception===
''Batman: The Animated Series'' holds a perfect score on [[Rotten Tomatoes]], with all 21 critics giving it a positive review. ''The Animated Series'' is hailed as a landmark in animated television, particularly in the [[Superhero fiction|superhero genre]], reimagining [[Gotham City]] through a [[film noir]] lens, and modernizing Batman into a contemporary animated format. The decision to paint animation cels on blackboards to enhance its dark and nocturnal atmosphere was lauded as a groundbreaking visual choice that distinguished it from conventional animated shows.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Batman: The Animated Series: Season 1 |url=https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/batman_the_animated_series/s01 |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=Rotten Tomatoes |language=en}}</ref> Critics unanimously praised the series for its mature tone, storyline, voice acting, visual aesthetic, and fidelity to the [[Batman (comic book)|source material]]; Kevin Conroy's performance as Batman was singled out for acclaim.<ref name=":0" /><ref name="greatestcartoons" /><ref>{{Cite web |date=2011-02-07 |title=Batman: The Animated Series: "Two-Face, Parts 1 And 2" |url=https://www.avclub.com/batman-the-animated-series-two-face-parts-1-and-2-1798167196 |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=The A.V. Club |language=en}}</ref> Scott Mendelson's ''[[Forbes]]'' article celebrates the series as the best superhero TV show, highlighting its grounded, life-sized drama and realistic portrayal of villains with relatable motivations. Mendelson also discusses how the series addresses real-life issues such as divorce and homelessness, showcasing its maturity and intelligence. Its emphasis on character-driven stories and adult themes has solidified its enduring appeal and established it as the quintessential Batman portrayal.<ref name=":9">{{Cite web |last=Mendelson |first=Scott |date=October 30, 2018 |title=Why 'Batman: The Animated Series' Remains The Best Superhero TV Show Ever |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/scottmendelson/2018/10/30/why-batman-the-animated-series-is-still-the-best-superhero-show-of-all-time/ |access-date=2024-06-14 |website=Forbes |language=en}}</ref> Maya Phillips' review for [[The New York Times|''New York Times'']] highlights the series' impact on how Batman was portrayed in media; much like the 1989 film ''[[Batman (1989 film)|Batman]]'', the series departed from previous [[Camp (style)|campy]] versions, embracing a darker, more mature narrative influenced by [[Frank Miller]]'s comics while balancing serious themes with humor. The review applauds the series for revitalizing classic villains and introducing memorable characters like [[Harley Quinn]], cementing its influence on subsequent Batman adaptations, and foreseeing the franchise's enduring popularity across different media platforms.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Phillips |first=Maya |date=2021-02-21 |title='Batman: The Animated Series' Predicted the Bat-Future |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/21/arts/television/batman-the-animated-series-hbo-max.html |access-date=2024-06-14 |work=The New York Times |language=en-US |issn=0362-4331}}</ref>