And that's all fine and dandy. But there will always be people who prefer the original, and there will always be people that prefer the new series. I for one prefer the old. You aren't going to change people's minds, just as I'm not going to change yours. If you're gonna be sticking your nose in the comics following every little lead and every little inconsistency or consistency with the comic book, you're probably going to like the new movie. If you just want to watch a movie that's fun and is just plain great cinema with a dark atmosphere, great score, and colorful characters without trying to bend yourself over obssessing about the comic storyline, you'll probably like the original...as I did.
As for cheese? The bat symbol with the batwing was a nice touch if you ask me. And as for over the top? It's the Joker!!!!! Do you want him to seem like he's been on anti-depressants???? That's like telling Angelina Jolie not to act sexy in a love scene with Brad Pitt.
"Now comes the part where I relieve you, the little people, of the burden of your failed and useless lives. But remember, as my plastic surgeon always said: if you gotta go, go with a smile."