I agree with your review in all counts but I also sympathize with the critics and their point of view. In my opinion, a couple of things could have been done better but they are so minor and ultimately a nitpick.
Sideshow and
the Gore Group did a remarkable job on this piece, hitting all the right notes in my book. It showcases the darkness that surrounds Bats in a very impressive and very realistic way. Just as a PF should be.
Your review is excellent and
Armored_Berserk's pics are icing on the cake. Your comparison photos really give us a sense of proper scale. Too bad that Green Lantern looks more like a comiquette than a true premium format. Hopefully, Sideshow can rectify this mistake with the next pieces of the line.
Risingstar, all I can say is this; - Job well done! Congratulations on such a fantastic piece.