To Catch a Thief.

The article considers the character of Catwoman in the Batman superhero comic books and motion pictures, focusing on the performance of actress Anne Hathaway in the role in the 2012 film "The Dark Knight Rises," directed by Christopher Nolan. Hathaway's performance is compared to that of actress Michelle Pfeiffer in the 1992 film "Batman Returns," which Hathaway states had a great influence on her as a child. Differences between Catwoman and other recurring characters in Batman films, comic books and graphic novels are considered. Catwoman's status as a sex object is examined. Catwoman's contribution to the theme of "The Dark Knight Rises" is considered.