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Post by JimInks on Jun 10, 2017 11:30:14 GMT -5
One of the top reasons I became a cartoonist was the influence that Adam West's Batman had on me when the show appeared on television in 1966. The first episode was a big event in our neighborhood, and reception we gave it was loud and energetic. I got to meet Adam West some years back, and when I told him I knew I would become an artist when I saw him as Batman, he smiled, leaned back in his chair with a smile, and said, "That's very refreshing to hear. Over the years, I've had a lot of people tell me they became a private detective or a policeman because of me, but this is the first time anyone has told me they became a cartoonist because of me." We chatted for about ten minutes. I'm glad I had the chance to tell him that, RIP, Adam.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2017 14:47:23 GMT -5
Over the years lots of people have played Batman but no one can replace Adam West . For one thing he had that deep voice and he did not need to wear a plastic breast plate . RIP
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Post by Deleted on Jun 10, 2017 16:59:49 GMT -5
Thanks for the reminiscence, Jim. Mr. West is always Batman for this kid of the sixties. RIP Adam West.
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Post by crapgame on Jun 10, 2017 18:25:30 GMT -5
RIP Adam.. On eternal patrol keeping Gotham safe!
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Post by Yohanan on Jun 10, 2017 18:58:35 GMT -5
 Good Bye Adam West, and Rest in Peace. Condolences from a kid in the 60's and early 70's. |
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Post by papipeguy on Jun 10, 2017 19:05:09 GMT -5
Seems like we're losing big stars every day.
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Post by Lady Margaret on Jun 10, 2017 19:39:32 GMT -5
I watched them in reruns, but still loved the show. So sad he is gone.
I loved this scene:
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Post by TwelveAMnTX on Jun 11, 2017 16:52:31 GMT -5
RIP Mr. West .... you will forever be the best Batman!
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Post by crapgame on Jun 11, 2017 18:33:22 GMT -5
RIP Mr. West .... you will forever be the best Batman! The ONLY Batman! |
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Post by Beardedpipesmoker on Jun 11, 2017 21:29:59 GMT -5
Even as someone who didnt grow up with this Batman. I still love this show. My stepdad introduced it to me while I was in junior high, and the shows ability to take itself seriously while they climbed a building and santa poked his head put of a window is still amazing. This past year for the anniversary of the show, they made a cartoon movie and had all the original cast voice the characters. It truly is a call back to the show. RIP Mr. West you will be missed.
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Post by lostdog13 on Jun 12, 2017 0:47:45 GMT -5
I grew up watching the reruns, and my youngest has gotten into them as well. The true Batman. He has simply returned to the Batcave until we need him again.
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Post by antb on Jun 13, 2017 1:48:17 GMT -5
Batman forever!!  |
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Post by trailboss on Jun 13, 2017 16:06:28 GMT -5
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Post by trailboss on Jun 13, 2017 16:16:57 GMT -5
And that phony pic that made the rounds a few years back on the internet....  It happened to Batman in real life, saw it with my own eyes! The scene is sped up... |
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Post by Lady Margaret on Jun 13, 2017 16:44:41 GMT -5
good memories! I'm going to have to buy the series dvds now.
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