Comics Features Batman Reveals How He Tests Robins (And Why One Failed) By Joshua Isaak Published Dec 24, 2021 Batman demands that each Robin pass a grueling test of skill, strength and obedience - but one Robin failed their challenge and was fired. Warning: contains spoilers for Robins #2! Here are just some of the things that make this movie awful. 1) Geroge Clooney as Batman While Val Kilmer's performance as the Caped Crusader in Batman Forever was just kind of dull, Clooney tries his best with the material he's given. In theory, Batman/Bruce Wayne could have been a perfect role for Clooney. Unfortunately, the movie's version of the billionaire crimefighter was devoid of the actor's usual charm, and George Clooney hated his Batman & Robin performance for a few reasons. 1UEw.