The Dark Knight Rises
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: July 20, 2012
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JjahnnSep 2, 2021
In this movie, it comes to question if a 'batman' is truly needed and rightfully so! Because justice and good causes are not found in battle but in what one fights for. It is not about the body but the spirit. And in this sense, the return toIn this movie, it comes to question if a 'batman' is truly needed and rightfully so! Because justice and good causes are not found in battle but in what one fights for. It is not about the body but the spirit. And in this sense, the return to living an actual life instead of merely playing the hero is an important part of the movie. + Bain posing as a Brutus liberating society. Tom Hardy in one of his best roles… Expand
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JzairzSep 3, 2021
Every scene of The Dark Knight Rises felt important. The characters felt real, the relationships felt genuine. Nothing felt forced, and to have it so intricately weave together all three films of this epic trilogy, reminds you of why you goEvery scene of The Dark Knight Rises felt important. The characters felt real, the relationships felt genuine. Nothing felt forced, and to have it so intricately weave together all three films of this epic trilogy, reminds you of why you go to the movies. Christopher Nolan gave us one of the greatest interpretations of the Dark Knight and of Gotham City itself. It was a beginning, middle, and end of a story that, for me, was the inspiration for picking up an actual comic book. In my humble opinion, The Dark Knight can now stand next to The Lord of the Rings as the greatest movie trilogies of all time… Expand
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BfhhhSep 4, 2021
Amazing!This movie did everything I wanted it do and ends on a perfect note.This is far better than Avengers:Endgame as it feels more authentic to the superhero genre
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GyhnbbgnSep 4, 2021
Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy, dubbed The Dark Knight trilogy, has been celebrated as one of the greatest trilogies in film history. Mainly spurred on by post-2008 film students, the trilogy has been ranked alongside such three-partChristopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy, dubbed The Dark Knight trilogy, has been celebrated as one of the greatest trilogies in film history. Mainly spurred on by post-2008 film students, the trilogy has been ranked alongside such three-part cinematic tales as The Godfather, The Lord of the Rings, and the original Star Wars trilogy.


Whereas most superhero movie trilogies have a weak link – Iron Man 2, Thor: The Dark World, Spider-Man 3, etc. – every installment in The Dark Knight trilogy is great in its own way… Expand
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KnhjniSep 4, 2021
When it comes to wrapping up one of the greatest trilogies of all time, audiences couldn’t resist the epic scope of The Dark Knight Rises. And though it’s one of the many movies where his face is covered up, Tom Hardy’s performance as Bane isWhen it comes to wrapping up one of the greatest trilogies of all time, audiences couldn’t resist the epic scope of The Dark Knight Rises. And though it’s one of the many movies where his face is covered up, Tom Hardy’s performance as Bane is incredible.

Nolan did what he has always done brilliantly, which is to make the villains so much smarter than they had been depicted in previous movies.… Expand
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HhvgghnnSep 5, 2021
Besides The Prestige, TDKR, imo, has the most heart in a Nolan-directed film.
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HyhhjmSep 6, 2021
This movie does a good job moving forward with the events of the last movie. It had a great villan with Bane. The action is really cool. Catwoman is a neat addition and Batman is just as good in this as he is in the others. I didnt reallyThis movie does a good job moving forward with the events of the last movie. It had a great villan with Bane. The action is really cool. Catwoman is a neat addition and Batman is just as good in this as he is in the others. I didnt really have any problems with the plot. Overal a good movie and great additon to the Dark Knight Trilogy… Expand
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AuahbbbaSep 6, 2021
TDKR had much more directorial care, much greater cinematography and camerawork, and took a lot more general effort and planning than any of the other films. How does that relate to "Nolan was bored," or "it was half assed?!" You can LOOK atTDKR had much more directorial care, much greater cinematography and camerawork, and took a lot more general effort and planning than any of the other films. How does that relate to "Nolan was bored," or "it was half assed?!" You can LOOK at the camerawork and framing, and detail and see that he put more into that film than the other two combined, possibly. Even the script was far more complex than the other two… Expand
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UbujnjjSep 7, 2021
In The Dark Knight Rises, we actually see all of the characters develop; truths are revealed and we see how they can emotionally devastate certain characters like Bruce and Alfred. It reveals who they really are as characters sort of. TheIn The Dark Knight Rises, we actually see all of the characters develop; truths are revealed and we see how they can emotionally devastate certain characters like Bruce and Alfred. It reveals who they really are as characters sort of. The ending is far superior and unlike The Dark Knight actually elicits an emotional response. More care and heart was clearly put into TDKR than The Dark Knight in my personal opinion, and if you don't agree, that's fine… Expand
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JhabahaSep 7, 2021
“The Dark Knight Rises is a masterpiece...It is the most ambitious superhero movie ever made. The most dense, the most thoughtful, the most somber. It is more than a comic book movie – it’s a great novel condensed into an action film.”
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BhhbvSep 8, 2021
The Dark Knight Rises” is emotionally inspiring, aesthetically significant and critically important for America itself – as a mirror of both sober reflection and resilient hope
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HbbhhqqSep 8, 2021
TDK trilogy are considered the best comic book movies ever/some of the best movies ever, that’s a pretty high bar
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HhhjmnnSep 9, 2021
with its iconic appeal and the enormous acclaim TDKR received upon release.
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VookkSep 9, 2021
Verdict: The third and final Batman movie from director Christopher Nolan is mercilessly brilliant and exemplifies masterful filmmaking
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AhhanhaSep 10, 2021
I was just done rewatching my favourite movie in TDK trilogy, when I heard that Nolan's next project MIGHT involve Oppenheimer's role in the atomic bomb. Turns out Rob Pattinson gifted Chris an anthology of speeches Oppenheimer gave after theI was just done rewatching my favourite movie in TDK trilogy, when I heard that Nolan's next project MIGHT involve Oppenheimer's role in the atomic bomb. Turns out Rob Pattinson gifted Chris an anthology of speeches Oppenheimer gave after the war at the Tenet wrap party.

Things are shaping up to be a cinematic universe of overarching themes that bind Nolan's recent movies. TDKR obviously has a nuclear reactor, Interstellar's dust bowl has strong nuclear winter energy, Dunkirk was obviously set in WW2, and Tenet had a future scientist build an entropy reversing algorithm that could destroy the past as well as the future. Nolan seems interested in our annihilation and abuse of technology; looping it from the past to the future.

This ties into one complaint I keep hearing; that Talia serves no purpose in this movie except being Bane's boss. The truth is Bruce 'Howard Hughes' Wayne has nothing out there for him anymore. The Dent Act was passed, effectively wiping out organized crime in Gotham. He can't be Batman anymore because the world has no need for the symbol anymore - remember, this Batman is an idea that only works when people fear him, until the Joker tarnished that symbol in front of Gothamites. So if Bruce has nothing, he can at least invest in clean energy, which is in keeping with his duty to always help Gotham. Talia then gains his trust and turns this tool into an atom bomb. Our two villains are able to game Gotham billionaires: Talia worms her way into Bruce's life, as Bane infiltrates Daggert for his cement - now that's what I call a Temporal Pincer Manoeuve!

The returning cast of Bale, Caine, Oldman and Freeman are at their best here IMO - You can see this entire history of the characters when Alfred pleads with Bruce to throw in the towel as Batman.
Gordon's growing discomfort in going along with the Noble Lie about Dent is so understated. Cillian Murphy's scarecrow cameo is always a delight and the true MVP of the trilogy. The new folks in this ensemble also deliver in spades. Hardy's Bane might be my favourite character in this entire trilogy: his physicality and body language speaks a thousand words. With just a hand on a guy's shoulder, the power dynamics of who's in charge instantly changes. Hathaway's Catwoman is hands down my favourite female character in a Nolan movie! She makes my dark knight rise (… Expand
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HnbabbaqSep 11, 2021
The critical reception you find on any movie review sites and the awards that TDKR won show that it's genuinely amazing
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JhnjnnSep 12, 2021
Nolans third and final film in The Dark Knight trilogy is one to beat, Anne Hathaway's ‘catwoman’ stole the show as she embodied my perfect imagination of how catwoman should be. Nolans incorporation of Bane and his political vengeance madeNolans third and final film in The Dark Knight trilogy is one to beat, Anne Hathaway's ‘catwoman’ stole the show as she embodied my perfect imagination of how catwoman should be. Nolans incorporation of Bane and his political vengeance made the film that much greater as it cancelled out any form of cheesiness that superhero movies are often paired with. Commissioner Gordon and Alfred manage to steal the hearts of the audience and the final cliffhanger that leaves the introduction of ‘Robin’ is an excellent way to end such a spectacular series of films… Expand
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HgunbbSep 12, 2021
The Dark Knight Rises goes way beyond my expectations. I, honestly, have doubts about how TDKR is going to beat the two previous Nolan Batman films, but yeah, I was wrong. For me, TDKR is the best film from this trilogy. The new charactersThe Dark Knight Rises goes way beyond my expectations. I, honestly, have doubts about how TDKR is going to beat the two previous Nolan Batman films, but yeah, I was wrong. For me, TDKR is the best film from this trilogy. The new characters are introduced in separate events throughout the film, creating interconnected layers on top of another layers. It is packed with ups and downs, playing with my emotions and giving me one of the most eventful cinematic experiences I've ever had so far. The few late twists in the final 30 minutes of the film are a bonus point. Nolan's writing is amazing. Building up at a fast tempo, he manages to maintain a high level of intensity throughout the story. The addition of Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway, Marion Cotillard and Joseph Gordon-Levitt completes the film really well. Joseph Gordon-Levitt, especially, surprises me with his steady performance. Such an underrated actor he is. The cinematography is sharp. Though the set is not as dark as in the previous films, it still gets me in the mood. Hans Zimmer's score is unmatched here. Top notch. Overall, The Dark Knight Rises is a brilliant conclusion to a world-beating superhero trilogy. I wouldn't say that this is a better work than Batman Begins and The Dark Knight, but it is definitely the one that I enjoyed the most. :-)… Expand
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JhnjmmmSep 12, 2021
Always struggled to express my thoughts on this one. The Dark Knight Rises is a film about three Rs. Redemption. Reckoning. And obviously Rising. It's probably one of the most visceral cinematic experiences available and one of the bestAlways struggled to express my thoughts on this one. The Dark Knight Rises is a film about three Rs. Redemption. Reckoning. And obviously Rising. It's probably one of the most visceral cinematic experiences available and one of the best looking blockbusters of all time. Watching it on the big screen tonight was unbelievable, the film's flaws were a little heightened, but how incredibly **** awesome this film is was made fully realised too. So yeh, I'm sticking with a high score because this was a great conclusion to one of the best trilogies… Expand
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ssdvbhSep 12, 2021
I’ll never forget the hype I had for this movie and then seeing it opening night, it even received a standing ovation. Was blown away by the film and still am to this day. This is how you conclude a trilogy, and this was the perfect way toI’ll never forget the hype I had for this movie and then seeing it opening night, it even received a standing ovation. Was blown away by the film and still am to this day. This is how you conclude a trilogy, and this was the perfect way to end a Batman saga… Expand
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JhbhmmSep 12, 2021
The loudest reaction I've been a part of is during The Dark Knight Rises, when Christian Bale is about to make the jump to escape Bane's pit. I remember me and a group of friends who watched it in a packed screening (which to date, remainsThe loudest reaction I've been a part of is during The Dark Knight Rises, when Christian Bale is about to make the jump to escape Bane's pit. I remember me and a group of friends who watched it in a packed screening (which to date, remains the most occupied superhero film I've ever been to see in cinemas... and that included Endgame). It wasn't just the four of us on the edge of our seats, an old lady and her husband were also close to standing.
I'll never forget the way everyone yelled and jumped up and legitimately started hugging and cheering when Batman rose again. It's even more stranger looking back because British audiences don't engage in the regular hooliganism that American audiences and Indian audiences do during blockbuster films… Expand
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HgvvccSep 12, 2021
Another amazing movie in an amazing trilogy. It does everything we need from this third movie but it only least favorite as is typically the third movie of anything. There’s so much fall and redemption, they always almost come off as a newAnother amazing movie in an amazing trilogy. It does everything we need from this third movie but it only least favorite as is typically the third movie of anything. There’s so much fall and redemption, they always almost come off as a new first and second movie combined which make them inevitably rushed. Godfather, Jedi, Matrix, the third is always the worst (and all of these are good and epic in their own way, but without the nostalgia and hope of the first installment and not the important bridge building of the second. But I absolutely love the ending to this. I still remember seeing it opening night in theatres and standing up to cheer with everyone else. It was absolutely incredible. Thanks, Nolan… Expand
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UgvvvbnnnSep 12, 2021
This review is gonna be a little all over the place, I rewatch the trilogy every September, so these reviews will be more notes than anything.
God this movie is gorgeous The writing in this movie is fantastic, people dont give it enoughThis review is gonna be a little all over the place, I rewatch the trilogy every September, so these reviews will be more notes than anything.
God this movie is gorgeous The writing in this movie is fantastic, people dont give it enough credit, and same goes for acting. Tom hardy is **** amazing, and his voice (while weird) is great
This is a movie that if you haven't done a rewatch, do it. It gets better with every viewing.… Expand
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GggbnnSep 14, 2021
This movie is really long but fast paced and has some amazing action, music and overall scenes which make you feel sad this is a great way to finish of one of the greatest trilogy’s of all time
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GbvfghSep 14, 2021
TDKR takes place eight years after the events of The Dark Knight, during which Batman hasn’t been seen and Bruce Wayne, played by Christian Bale, has become a reclusive hermit. A new villain, Bane, has found his way to Gotham City to finishTDKR takes place eight years after the events of The Dark Knight, during which Batman hasn’t been seen and Bruce Wayne, played by Christian Bale, has become a reclusive hermit. A new villain, Bane, has found his way to Gotham City to finish the work begun by Ra’s Al Ghul in Batman Begins to destroy Gotham City and to bring down Batman and Bruce Wayne. Along with Bane, a master thief named Selena Kyle has also taken up residence in the city.

This sets the stage for what is arguably the most explosive movie of the Dark Knight trilogy, and shows us how far Batman and Bruce Wayne must go to defeat evil.

Christopher Nolan is famous for his twist endings; The Dark Knight Rises is no different. The last thirty minutes of the film are an emotional thrill ride that doesn’t feel contrived, and gives comic book fans plenty of red meat to chew on.

The rest of the movie is no less remarkable. Bane is just as strong, just as fast, and just as smart as Batman, and provides an excellent foil. There may have been concerns about his voice from early screenings, but I had no issues with it throughout the film. Tom Hardy does an amazing job bringing the physicality and intelligence of Bane together to create a really intimidating villain.

Selina Kyle (she’s never referred to as “Catwoman” in the film) is ably played by Anne Hathaway, who brings the right level of seductive dangerousness and ambiguous morality to the character.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s John Blake is a new addition to the cast, and an excellent one at that. For much of the film Batman isn’t in Gotham City, and Blake is the man on the inside.

Finally, Marion Cotillard, who plays Miranda Tate. She’s probably my favorite performance out of everyone, just because the material she’s given is so good and she does such a tremendous job with it.

Michael Caine’s Alfred Pennyworth and Morgan Freeman’s Lucius Fox are also worth of note, although they play a smaller role than they have in the past.

Together, a tremendous cast, a tremendous movie, and a fitting end to Nolan’s trilogy.… Expand
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HhhnjmmmjSep 14, 2021
it is still remains among the best superhero films ever made. Marion Cotillard is in a negative role, as Talia al Ghul and plays the character to near perfection. The movie’s action sequences are splendid and very intense and Hans Zimmer isit is still remains among the best superhero films ever made. Marion Cotillard is in a negative role, as Talia al Ghul and plays the character to near perfection. The movie’s action sequences are splendid and very intense and Hans Zimmer is at his usual best with an extraordinary soundtrack. The movie is exemplary in its use of editing and sound, they complement each sequence in the film perfectly and set the atmosphere for the film. Tom Hardy is almost unrecognisable as Bane. I believe it was a great performance. Anne Hathaway as Catwoman is a complete scene stealer and the dynamic scenes between Christian Bale’s Batman and her Catwoman are well done. All in all, ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ was a great way for Nolan to end a trilogy which set the benchmark for superhero films in the years to come… Expand
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JhujnnSep 14, 2021
I believe this is the perfect conclusion for Nolan's telling of the legendary characters.
Why I love this film:
-Anne Hathaway's performance as Catwoman is ICONIC. -Cillian Murphy as the psychotic judge is ridiculous in the best way. -Bane'sI believe this is the perfect conclusion for Nolan's telling of the legendary characters.
Why I love this film:
-Anne Hathaway's performance as Catwoman is ICONIC. -Cillian Murphy as the psychotic judge is ridiculous in the best way. -Bane's lines were perfectly written and performed. -THE STADIUM SCENE- need I say more??
-The one-liners throughout are just *chef's kiss* -The setup of Robin's character
-The way Bruce tells Comissioner Gordon he is Batman is brilliant
-The last shot with Alfred smiling ow
-Hans Zimmer
Perfect trilogy in my eyes with a perfect ending… Expand
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HggvvSep 14, 2021
Perfect ending
The Twist was unexpected Perfect Story
Alfred Joker and Bane are exceptional villains. They are really great. Batman is as awesome as ever I love Robin and I am glad he's here! I also love Commissioner Gordon I'm happy thatPerfect ending
The Twist was unexpected Perfect Story
Alfred
Joker and Bane are exceptional villains. They are really great.
Batman is as awesome as ever
I love Robin and I am glad he's here!
I also love Commissioner Gordon
I'm happy that Bruce Wayne and Selina Kyle are together at the end.


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IkmmmjSep 15, 2021
Tom Hardy deserves a lot of credit for making Bane into one of the most terrifying characters to have ever come of the recent spate of films about Batman. Hardy brings a brute sort of physicality to his portrayal of the role, and it’s hisTom Hardy deserves a lot of credit for making Bane into one of the most terrifying characters to have ever come of the recent spate of films about Batman. Hardy brings a brute sort of physicality to his portrayal of the role, and it’s his imposing physical presence that makes him really stand out. Once viewers sees this character, they are not likely to forget him. What’s more, he was a truly compelling villain, one whose motivations are at least understandable, even if he’s still on the bad side… Expand
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KknjkjSep 15, 2021
The villain whose voice launched a thousand internet parodies and memes, Tom Hardy€™s Bane was still a terrifying presence in the final instalment of The Dark Knight Trilogy. Hardy spends the entire film with Bane€™s breather wrapped aroundThe villain whose voice launched a thousand internet parodies and memes, Tom Hardy€™s Bane was still a terrifying presence in the final instalment of The Dark Knight Trilogy. Hardy spends the entire film with Bane€™s breather wrapped around his face, and is still able to capture the character€™s malevolence through body language alone. The character€™s muffled voice might have been divisive among fans and critics, but it gives Bane a level of creepy intelligence that lets the audience know Batman has met his intellectual and physical match. Hardy€™s hulking physique makes the character all the more threatening, and the first fight he shares with Batman plays out like a horror scene, where he ridicules, demolishes and finally €œbreaks€ his opponent in an almost casual manner. Hardy turned what could have been €“ in the wrong hands - a laughable character into another iconic villain, and turned the mask handicap to his benefit. He did the same thing with Mad Max€™s muzzle in Fury Road, so he€™s must have a thing for masks covering half his face now… Expand
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JbvhbvSep 15, 2021
Amazing, Fabulous, awesome, Epic performance by Hardy in TDKR... i watched the movie 3 times ... so far, just to listen to Tom Hardy's voice and to see the anger in his eyes. He lived up to all the Hype and the anticipation het got from TheAmazing, Fabulous, awesome, Epic performance by Hardy in TDKR... i watched the movie 3 times ... so far, just to listen to Tom Hardy's voice and to see the anger in his eyes. He lived up to all the Hype and the anticipation het got from The Fans, to be honnest he didn's surpass heath ledger's performance, but he more or less matched it !!! Didn't giving him at least an Oscar Nomination would be Surprising for me , one of the best Performance i've ever seen !!!… Expand
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HjbvcccSep 15, 2021
Joel Schumacher's universally reviled Batman & Robin makes a joke out of fan favourite villain Bane, relegating him to a peripheral baddie role as a comically oversized goon who is easily taken to task by Batgirl and Robin rather than theJoel Schumacher's universally reviled Batman & Robin makes a joke out of fan favourite villain Bane, relegating him to a peripheral baddie role as a comically oversized goon who is easily taken to task by Batgirl and Robin rather than the Caped Crusader himself. And what was this in service of? That's right, to give the limelight to...Mr. Freeze and Poison Ivy. Terrible. Reimagined: His name will be appearing a few times in this list, so trust Christopher Nolan to get things right; his vision of Bane as a more realistically-proportioned though still incredibly menacing terrorist did a potent job of living up to the enormous shadow cast by Heath Ledger's Joker. Tom Hardy's idiosyncratic vocal inflexion and sheer intimidation factor made him a very different foe for Batman, both savagely intelligent and physically ferocious, most notably as he breaks Bats' back and shoves him into a literal pit of despair… Expand
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ffvgjbbSep 15, 2021
Bane's voice (From Dark Knight Rises) is by far the most chilling villain voice. The calm unperturbed confidence and almost condescending tone. Matter of fact, effortless yet menacing
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FfcfxddSep 16, 2021
Tom Hardy’s portrayal as Bane is top notch. Obviously, the late Heath Ledger’s portrayal as The Joker is widely considered to be one of the greatest performances of all time, particularly for a villain in a superhero movie. Tom Hardy as BaneTom Hardy’s portrayal as Bane is top notch. Obviously, the late Heath Ledger’s portrayal as The Joker is widely considered to be one of the greatest performances of all time, particularly for a villain in a superhero movie. Tom Hardy as Bane is on par, and is, in many ways, a more interesting villain. Not only is he menacing, brutal, and extremely intelligent, but Hardy also gives Bane a multi-level performance, showing his vulnerability and his, dare I say it, a soft side.… Expand
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YbgvgnjSep 17, 2021
He followed up the opening IMAX bank heist with an opening IMAX plane heist; he followed up Heath Ledger’s Joker with Tom Hardy’s Bane (not quite as chilling or mesmerizing, but arguably as iconic); and he followed up Batman sacrificing hisHe followed up the opening IMAX bank heist with an opening IMAX plane heist; he followed up Heath Ledger’s Joker with Tom Hardy’s Bane (not quite as chilling or mesmerizing, but arguably as iconic); and he followed up Batman sacrificing his reputation with Batman sacrificing himself. The Dark Knight Rises may not have bested The Dark Knight – and, to be fair, that was probably impossible – but it came pretty darn close.… Expand
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GgghvvvSep 17, 2021
Tom Hardy had a monumental challenge when he was cast as the villain in The Dark Knight Rises, because he had to rival the late Heath Ledger’s Oscar-winning performance as the Joker in the previous movie. Hardy’s portrayal of Bane is arguablyTom Hardy had a monumental challenge when he was cast as the villain in The Dark Knight Rises, because he had to rival the late Heath Ledger’s Oscar-winning performance as the Joker in the previous movie. Hardy’s portrayal of Bane is arguably just as iconic as Ledger’s Joker… Expand
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GghbbbSep 17, 2021
Christopher Nolan is one of the best director ever in film history
Christian Bale is the best Batman actor ever to portrayed Tom Hardy is a beast Fight sequence is impressive
Hans Zimmer score is phenomenal The cast is incredible WonderfulChristopher Nolan is one of the best director ever in film history
Christian Bale is the best Batman actor ever to portrayed Tom Hardy is a beast Fight sequence is impressive
Hans Zimmer score is phenomenal The cast is incredible Wonderful performances Christopher Nolan makes great Batman films… Expand
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UuhvffSep 18, 2021
I was finally lucky enough to see all three of Nolan's Dark Knight films on the big screen, felt like getting drunken on it and really don't want to sober out at all. These films are feasts, they are the ultimate indulgence, and even though II was finally lucky enough to see all three of Nolan's Dark Knight films on the big screen, felt like getting drunken on it and really don't want to sober out at all. These films are feasts, they are the ultimate indulgence, and even though I will always love the middle instalment the best, this one can easily compete. There is nothing like these three films for me. They are complete, they are unique, they are utterly bold and autark.
I actually do teach storytelling to young novelists with not always convincing success. Maybe I should change method, just show them the Dark Knight Trilogy and tell them: Think big. Think audaciously. Give it everything and don't hold back. Tell your story so that a child can understand it and so that an old one will be left baffled. Tell it to everyone. Don't try to make a story more than a story. Tell a story that is everything or don't tell a story at all… Expand
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TfccccSep 18, 2021
This is the best movie I have ever watched. It is one of Christopher Nolan's masterpiece.

An emotional roller coaster from start till the end. The Joker stole the show in The Dark Knight but Christian Bale was remarkable in this one. TheThis is the best movie I have ever watched. It is one of Christopher Nolan's masterpiece.

An emotional roller coaster from start till the end. The Joker stole the show in The Dark Knight but Christian Bale was remarkable in this one.

The prison scene is absolutely breathtaking. After watching it a 100 times, I am still holding my breath if he will make it. "Fear will find you again". He makes the climb and right before the jump, bats come out (which batman always feared). Whoever wrote this script deserved an Oscar.

I wished Nolan continued making the sequels for the Batman.

Batman was never the same again after this movie.

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HunbbbbbSep 19, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Moviegoers everywhere got the shock of their cinematic lives back in 2012 when Cotillard, initially thought to be the sweet and lovely philanthropist Miranda Tate, revealed herself as the daughter of Ra’s al Guhl. That slow knife, and the story of her childhood escape from hell on earth made her one of the most excellent villains we’d ever met.… Expand
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ghvvhjSep 19, 2021
I truly believe, however, that this movie is severely under-rated and in the same class as the other two films in this trilogy. A touching story about moving on from loss suffused with timely and timeless political themes, this movie is worthI truly believe, however, that this movie is severely under-rated and in the same class as the other two films in this trilogy. A touching story about moving on from loss suffused with timely and timeless political themes, this movie is worth another look.

The trio of Christopher Nolan, Jonathan Nolan and David S. Goyer compiled another ambitious and one-of-a-kind script and the direction from Nolan was again impeccable.

Christian Bale gave his best performance of the trilogy and Tom Hardy gives his own legendary portrayal of the villain Bane. Anne Hathaway nearly steals the show while Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Gary Oldman, Ben Mendelsohn and Marion Cottillard all get their moments to shine.

The Dark Knight Trilogy should be a serious contender in any greatest trilogy conversation, and The Dark Knight Rises is a worthy and uplifting conclusion… Expand
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JjhznsnSep 19, 2021
Yh I still stand by saying this is one of the best endings to a trilogy ever & is just all in all an utter masterpiece of film.
It’s a shame we will never actually get see Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Robin because he would have been ****Yh I still stand by saying this is one of the best endings to a trilogy ever & is just all in all an utter masterpiece of film.
It’s a shame we will never actually get see Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Robin because he would have been **** outstanding like he was in this movie.
There’s so many reasons this trilogy will always stand out to not only me but so many people in general, it’s so different, unique & **** incredible because not only is it a completely different take on Batman like we had ever seen in media it was also a different take on superhero movies in general it modernised them to look & feel like real life in the best way possible.
Nolan’s trilogy isn’t just about playing hero it’s about politics, heartbreak, failure, winning at a cost, betrayal, terror & corruption which all can relate to real life perfectly.
That along with many many other reasons is why Nolan’s trilogy stands out the most to me.
Tom Hardy’s performance as Bane is still one of his best & most overlooked performances, like when I think of Bane I imagine Tom’s Bane because of how **** terrifying & excellent he is.
There’s so many hauntingly beautiful scenes in this movie that can so scarily happen in real life & the fact Nolan captured that so fantastically is still to this day jaw dropping. Bale will always be my Batman. 10/10… Expand
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HgfgbvSep 21, 2021
Truly a masterpiece film, in my opinion the best of the trilogy for many reasons, first of all it has action scenes done in a perfect way (which was absolutely not lacking in the previous films), the story of the viallin that is Bane I reallyTruly a masterpiece film, in my opinion the best of the trilogy for many reasons, first of all it has action scenes done in a perfect way (which was absolutely not lacking in the previous films), the story of the viallin that is Bane I really liked very much, same thing goes for Batman who manages to return to full powers and finally the ending, which gives way to life as a normal citizen of Bruce Wayne and the birth of Robin as guardian of the city. Really very nice… Expand
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NhvaaSep 21, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the filmmaking in The Dark Knight Rises is nothing short of masterful, and stands above the other two in the franchise, especially from a cinematography, production design, and art direction standpoint.

Not to say ‘Begins’ and especially ‘Knight’ were lacking, because they were crafted to astoundment, but ‘Rises’ just took it a step further, especially with the sound, and the fact that it didn’t get nominated for either sound mixing or editing is a straight up insult to the film, and goes to show The Academy was only concerned with the politics of the shooting that year rather than the merit of the actual film, which was fantastical.

On a technical level, it’s **** amazing. It deserved a cinematography, production design, SCORE, sound editing, and sound mixing, and visual effects nomination and there’s no **** denying that.

The production design and art direction were more layered and complex than the past few films. The cinematography did seem a bit more modest than ‘Knight” but it still succeeded at giving us some haunting and memorable images and composition that really fit the more somber and hopeless tone of the film, instead of the fiery orange and blues that bolded the presence of chaos in ‘Knight”.
The score may have taken track basis’ from Begins, but it restated them and added much more variety and emotional power and timing to the film.
The sound design isn’t even an argument, and while the visual effects were actually pretty minimal for the part of a lot of them being practical, that still should’ve given it enough to grasp a nomination over ugly bland CGI **** like The Avengers and that Hunstman movie. I mean come **** on, those two movies have some of the ugliest color palettes and uninspired VFX I’ve ever seen.

In a less competitive year, it easily could have gained a supporting actor nomination for Michael Caine, because he added a whole extra layer of emotional depth to the film with his performance, and boy he really got it out in those few scenes. it gave me a feeling I haven’t really felt in any other movie, bringing tears to my eye.
And no, he wasn’t not in it enough. Check Hal Holbrook for Into the Wild. He was in that movie for a very short time, but gave enough of a performance to get a nomination.
Same type of deal. With very similar roles, actually.

Despite being the best, most relevant, and most well made film of the year, and even one of the best of the decade, Adapted Screenplay, Picture, and Director were extremely unfavorable for the simple fact that the Academy can’t see past “Batman” and because it wasn’t getting anything more than its predecessor did.

I can go on and on and analyze all the relevant and subtle political themes and philosophical depth that is beautifully mixed in with honest and emotionally resonating heroism, postmodern ambivalence, and themes of pain, corruption, and personal crisis and struggle, but it’s not that important to this topic.

People are too busy nitpicking **** that doesn’t even matter (and can easily be debunked) anyway.

The fact of the matter to this question is that it was ungratefully and unreasonably snubbed from the technical categories simply for the fact of the Aurora shooting. There is no other answer. The Academy didn’t want to glorify a film that “represented” such a tragedy.

The Dark Knight Rises is one of the most gritty and beautiful films ever made, and from a technical standpoint, it is one of the absolute greatest next to its predecessor.

It deserved at least 2 or 3 nominations for sure at the very least.

**** the Academy for putting politics over actual filmmaking merit.

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HbqggqbaSep 21, 2021
It is brilliant not just in the technical aspects such as editing, effects, music and cinematography but also in terms of storytelling, character and direction. Sure people take an issue with the simplistic plot of blowing up Gotham with aIt is brilliant not just in the technical aspects such as editing, effects, music and cinematography but also in terms of storytelling, character and direction. Sure people take an issue with the simplistic plot of blowing up Gotham with a bomb but one cannot deny the amazingly well-crafted and depicted symbolism of Batman behind the movie which was largely how Nolan wanted to wrap this up. In this era of the internet there is nothing that is universally loved and nothing that is universally hated… Expand
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JanhaaSep 22, 2021
After TDK, TDKR could easily have been mailed in. But objectively, you could make the argument that it's just as strong a film. Bane was the linchpin for that
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YhhhvvSep 23, 2021
Dark Knight Rises is the best film I've seen for years. The ending.. Christ! Entire audience burst into applause at the end!
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GghvvSep 24, 2021
The prologue of this film remains one of the most astounding scenes I’ve ever seen in cinema. Bane is one of the most intimidating and exhilarating villains I’ve ever seen portrayed. The cinematography is beautiful. The action is fantastic.The prologue of this film remains one of the most astounding scenes I’ve ever seen in cinema. Bane is one of the most intimidating and exhilarating villains I’ve ever seen portrayed. The cinematography is beautiful. The action is fantastic. The soundtrack is phenomenal. The ending is a phenomenon of its own. Through and through, this is a large scale, massive epic. It’s awe-inspiring, beautiful and heart-pounding… Expand
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VfghbbSep 27, 2021
The Dark Knight Rises is the perfect ending to the perfect trilogy! Some people may complain about some of the plot holes in the movie but I think the plot holes work! Christian Bale is once again is his usual best as Bruce Wayne/Batman, TomThe Dark Knight Rises is the perfect ending to the perfect trilogy! Some people may complain about some of the plot holes in the movie but I think the plot holes work! Christian Bale is once again is his usual best as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Tom Hardy is terrifying as Bane and Anne Hathaway did a great job as Catwoman! Gary Oldman is once again phenomenal as Commissioner Gordon, Michael Caine is excellent as Alfred, Morgan Freeman was amazing as Lucius Fox, Joseph Gordon Levitt and Marion Cotillard were excellent in this movie as well! Definitely in my top 200 movies of all time! Phenomenal film and a phenomenal looking 4K transfer… Expand
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FdxxdfgSep 30, 2021
This is the best of the Dark Knight Trilogy. While Batman Begins is much more of a satisfying Batman movie and is probably my favorite Batman film, in terms of the story Christopher Nolan set out to accomplish, The Dark Knight Rises is by farThis is the best of the Dark Knight Trilogy. While Batman Begins is much more of a satisfying Batman movie and is probably my favorite Batman film, in terms of the story Christopher Nolan set out to accomplish, The Dark Knight Rises is by far the most satisfying out of the entire story, it fixes all the issues I had with the hugely overrated The Dark Knight, and absolutely concluded the series on a megaton note. The Dark Knight Rises is an EPIC of anarchy, grief, isolation, corruption, justice and injustice and redemption. It's a massive 160 minute movie that surprisingly goes by at a steady pace compared to the previous film which felt like a 4 Hour Long Nightmare that didn't feel like a Batman movie.

The stuff I love about Rises is that it feels like a balance between the comic book Batman and the thriller feel of The Dark Knight. It doesn't unbalance into one way or the other, it feels appropriate in the way they're handling this material. While most of the movie has the now overbearing overly colorful dialogue Nolan loves to to write in his scripts, he actually manages to go back to the first of the trilogy by adding a little bit of humor in it. Not to the point where it's overly dumb or ruins gigantic moments, but just enough to make the audience feel comfortable, like they are in a Batman movie and they aren't watching Goodfellas.

In Rises, this movie is not just about Batman or Bruce Wayne, it's a story about everyone in Gotham City who are guilty regardless of their innocence and how they have to redeem themselves by saving millions just like how Batman has to redeem his image. The movie doesn't have much Batman action, but what we get is a captivating story about the people in Gotham City fighting a broken system that an outsider has only made more fractured. There is a huge theme of Isolation, not just in Gotham, but in the prison Bruce is in as he tries to escape it and get his health back to normal. What it comes down is a triumphant moment of not only Bruce overcoming the current situation, but becoming the man he once was, the life that he threw away after the events of the previous film.

What it leads to is an highly emotional ending proving Batman's immortality, just as Ra's al Ghul proved his in a hallucination. If you're not in tears as Alfred painfully cries "I Failed You.", then I don't think you've understood how masterful Nolan as a director really is. The entire final moments of Rises are some of the best, most incredible finales from the 2010's.

There really isn't another director working today like Christopher Nolan. Not only can he make compelling smaller films, not only is he one of the only people in commercial Hollywood working on some of the most original thought provoking blockbusters of the last 10 years, but he is also one of the best when it comes to understanding superhero films. The Dark Knight Rises is a triumph regardless of the criticism it has gotten over the years. There will be many more Batman movies, but none will probably be as greater than this in my eyes. Truly a masterpiece even coming back to it nearly a decade later… Expand
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UnnkmnOct 1, 2021
Underrated film. The Dark Knight Rises is an incredible film.

Bane is absolutely amazing. It's hard to top the Joker, but somehow Bane almost does it. He's intelligent and genuinely a threat to Bruce. And every single one of his lines isUnderrated film. The Dark Knight Rises is an incredible film.

Bane is absolutely amazing. It's hard to top the Joker, but somehow Bane almost does it. He's intelligent and genuinely a threat to Bruce. And every single one of his lines is amazing.

I love how he tries breaking Bruce in every way possible: financially, physically, and spiritually. Seizing his money, using Selina to betray him, breaking his batck, and finally destroying his spirit.

But- Batman rises above Bane, and rises above the sins of his past. He becomes more than Batman, he is truly able to become the true legend he always wanted to be.

This film is truly incredible. Bruce's struggles and climb to rise above the man he was- It's great stuff.… Expand
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VgbnnnnOct 1, 2021
The perfect Ending to one of the best Trilogy’s ever. From the Start, till that peaceful Ending, everything is just so well done. This Movie perfectly shows the two sides of Bruce Wayne, the rich Playboy and the Charitable Man who cares forThe perfect Ending to one of the best Trilogy’s ever. From the Start, till that peaceful Ending, everything is just so well done. This Movie perfectly shows the two sides of Bruce Wayne, the rich Playboy and the Charitable Man who cares for nothing more than the welfare of Gotham… Expand
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HuhvcfOct 2, 2021
A complex, satisfying film that sheds the dull pace and veneer of its predecessor. This is Nolan's best work yet. It's full of his attention to detail and deep psychology, yet it's nimble and infused, at last, with a comic book spirit. TheA complex, satisfying film that sheds the dull pace and veneer of its predecessor. This is Nolan's best work yet. It's full of his attention to detail and deep psychology, yet it's nimble and infused, at last, with a comic book spirit. The acting is superb, with Anne Hathaway and Christian Bale notable for their understatement. And Tom Hardy is golden as Bane (that voice!). It's also a master class in filmmaking with exceptional cinematography, sound design, and music. For this final chapter, Nolan throws the dichotomy of the Batman into stark relief, and it's no coincidence that most of this film takes place in daylight. After a sometimes dark, joyless slog in the previous films, here the Dark Knight Rises indeed… Expand
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HahahhzhawaOct 2, 2021
Nolan is the king of endings. And this one might be the most satisfying of all, with astounding closure. The plot is hard to follow at first but then it becomes clear what Bane has been doing. The twist at the end makes it clear that he isNolan is the king of endings. And this one might be the most satisfying of all, with astounding closure. The plot is hard to follow at first but then it becomes clear what Bane has been doing. The twist at the end makes it clear that he is not a Bond/world domination villain but instead a sympathetic character with a past. This film looks amazing and is a pure popcorn film from start to finish, delivering thrills and huge moments served with a side of a Zimmer score filled with braaaaams that probably disturbed the neighbours. The 4K UHD is sublime on this, especially with Nolan’s great use of IMAX cameras. It is the height of action cinema and the practical effects are bloody amazing; the last half hour of rises is just an awesome spectacle, and it makes me question why people regard it as a disappointing end to the trilogy. I think it worked. For me, the emotions the Dark Knight trilogy brings out make it a contender for the best trilogy of all time, even if it does fall just short of the flawless LotR trilogy. The origin story is written so well, the Joker’s reign is terrifying yet spectacular and the conclusion gives you tied-up plots and closure, including cameos from Ra’s al Ghul and Scarecrow to remind you of the journey you have been on with Bruce Wayne. The final fight for Gotham’s freedom and the ending montage makes up for the slow start the concluding chapter opts for. But it’s been 8 years anyway and we need time to establish how things have changed and how power has shifted in Gotham. The supporting cast are perfect, especially Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Michael Caine and Anne Hathaway, and the intertwining of the multiple plots in this film is done quite well. Nolan makes films that are designed for the cinema, and I wish I’d seen this one back then. Definitely the better blockbuster superhero film of 2012… Expand
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HbvvcffOct 4, 2021
The Dark Knight Rises for me remains the best of the three Christopher Nolan Batman films and it gives the series a nice closure to things by its end or at least enough to make way for the next director to do their own take on the capedThe Dark Knight Rises for me remains the best of the three Christopher Nolan Batman films and it gives the series a nice closure to things by its end or at least enough to make way for the next director to do their own take on the caped crusader. The film picks up the events well from the end of The Dark Knight, by moving forward 8 years, and it makes a nice shift in tone to see Bruce Wayne, as no longer being a show off billionaire in the public eye, but instead becoming a recluse, who feels now that at this point Gotham no longer needs Batman, due to the massive cut down in crime (at the start of the film that is) due to the Dent act (imposed by the late Harvey Dent). The overall tone of the film is also keeping in check with Nolan's previous outings, which is pretty serious most of the time, but he does allow for a few moments of humour here and there. Tom Hardy does an excellent job as the main baddie, Bane, the big muscly terrorist, and former member of the league of shadows, who wears a specially designed oxygen mask, that keeps pumping gas into his body to relieve the pain he feels, as a result of his time in the unescapable prison. My one criticism though of his performance is the way his voice is treated via the oxygen mask, at times you can't really make out what he's saying, as it sounds literally like he has put his hand over his mouth while he talks! But once you watch the Blu-ray disc you can put on the subtitles to make out what the hell he's saying! ;-) Hardy himself built up his body and added an extra 30 pounds of weight on for the part and it certainly does show, as he makes for an effective and intimidating figure, who is a far cry from the mindless Bane we saw in Batman and Robin. And with his height and size, Bane makes a very dangerous foe with his intelligence and physical strength.

Hardy as Bane get's some memorable lines of dialogue such as his first scene where he announces himself very effectively when he is being held captive on the plane by the FBI and as the agent tries to interrogate a masked man, Bane says "Perhaps he is wondering why someone would shoot a man, before throwing him out of a plane". And later in the scene when Bane makes his escape and he stops one of his men from leaving with him he's "No they expect one of us in the wreckage, brother!" and the man asks if they have started the fire and Bane replies "Yes, the fire rises!". And one of Hardy's most chilling moments comes when he confronts John Daggett, who buys out Wayne enterprises, and Daggett says to him "I'm in charge!" and Bane says to "Do you FEEL in charge?" which sends a shiver down Dagget's spine, as he realises he hasn't gone long to live with Bane in this frame of mind. And as Dagget realises what Bane's plan he says "you're evil!" and Bane says "I'm NECESSARY evil!" and breaks Dagget's neck. And then there is the great scene where Bane fights with Batman in the sewers and says "I will show you where I have made my home while preparing to bring justice. Then I will break you!". And as Batman shakily get's up from his beating Bane says "Ah yes! I was wondering what would break first! You're spirit?" and he grabs Batman and hoists high above his head "Or your body?!" and he slams Batman against his knee, breaking Batman's back in the process. And then there is Marion Cotillard who is excellent as Miranda Tate, a wealthy investor who becomes romantically involved with Wayne and later reveals a dark secret. Marion was previously cast in Inception (Nolan's previous film), and she continues to do well here. And yeah OK THIS IS A PLOT SPOILER! Cottilard's best scene is where she reveals herself to be the daughter of Ras Al Ghul, Talia and she stabs Bruce in his side with a knife. And she tells him her background and that Bane was her protector and she says "I honour my father by finishing his work. You see its the slow knife that takes its time, the knife that waits years without forgetting, then slips quietly between the bones... that's the knife that cuts deepest!". Jospeh Gordon-Levit as John Blake, the young cop who plays his part in trying to save Gotham from Bane, is good and at the end of the film we find out a thing or two about him. Gordon-Levit has some good moments as well such as the scene where Batman rescues him near the end by beating up Bane's thugs and he leaves one of them groaning and Blake says "You missed a spot!" and Batman kicks unconscious. Another good scene is where Blake visits Bruce at his mansion and tells him he knows that he is Batman and "I don't know why you took the fall for Dent's murder, but I'm still a believer in the Batman. Maybe you should get out and get some fresh air and check out the details, those details might need your help… Expand
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GyhvhhbOct 5, 2021
When you think about it, this movie has such a simple story at its core. Bane has a bomb, Batman needs to stop him, however, it’s nearly 3 hours long so obviously some layers need to be added. My God are the layers spectacular. The characterWhen you think about it, this movie has such a simple story at its core. Bane has a bomb, Batman needs to stop him, however, it’s nearly 3 hours long so obviously some layers need to be added. My God are the layers spectacular. The character work that is continued (Bruce, Alfred, Gordon, Lucius, etc.) and the new characters (Blake, Bane, Talia, Selena) are handled so well. There are so many badass moments in this movie that can honestly rival TDK. I could go on forever but this seriously is a perfect end to the trilogy… Expand
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YgvhvvbOct 5, 2021
Honestly the best superhero film I have ever seen, the common background of Bane and Bruce, Selina's redemption arc, Bruce's final act/sacrifice, the direction and fights are nothing short of excellent
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janhahqaOct 7, 2021
Marion's performance in TDKR was great! She was great villain, and her revelation to Batman/Bruce Wayne in the end of the film is one of the best moments of the entire Trilogy. For me, Marion's character - Talia - is much more interestingMarion's performance in TDKR was great! She was great villain, and her revelation to Batman/Bruce Wayne in the end of the film is one of the best moments of the entire Trilogy. For me, Marion's character - Talia - is much more interesting that Hathaway's. Because she has strong belief, strong faith in The League of Shadows. Her plan was smashing. Understanding that it all comes out of the shadows, out of her, all that things Bane makes, gives me incredible pleasure when I watch the movie and highlights this film from others comic-book movies. And gives incredibly catcy connection between the first and third films of the Trilogy.

I really, really love Marion in The Dark Knight Rises, as well as in Inception. She is perfect actress for Nolan.

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GyhbbggOct 9, 2021
The film is absolutely a masterpiece and a great conclusion to the dark knight trilogy. Although it has a slow pace, it covers up in the final battle and the emotional twist at the end
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CfgbvggOct 10, 2021
The most subtle end to the triliogy, the Dark Knight Rises is the most satisfying end a triliogy like this one can get. Similar to the previous two, but equally different, the movie focuses on a pariah Batman rising from the abyss, when BaneThe most subtle end to the triliogy, the Dark Knight Rises is the most satisfying end a triliogy like this one can get. Similar to the previous two, but equally different, the movie focuses on a pariah Batman rising from the abyss, when Bane takes over the city. This movie, yet another state-of-the-at work by Christopher Nolan, with a beautiful story and delightful acting provides an epitome of a conclusion to the protagonist's journey spread over three movie. With praiseworthy action sequences, or nailbiting moments, the movie also doesn't lack heartly gratifying moments. I would highly recommend the movie to everyone… Expand
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TfcfgbbOct 11, 2021
Great film, the story of Bane is portrayed so well, and the casting is very good. Tom Hardy was a perfect choice, and the acting at the end of the story is very good. The overall connection of the trilogy is perfect and the end scene withGreat film, the story of Bane is portrayed so well, and the casting is very good. Tom Hardy was a perfect choice, and the acting at the end of the story is very good. The overall connection of the trilogy is perfect and the end scene with Alfred is amazing. Christian Bale is an amazing and talented actor, and he fits this role perfectly, especially in this film… Expand
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UhwnshwaOct 12, 2021
Nolan goes big here, focusing less on gritty realism and more on crafting something wide in scope and ambition. The threat this time isn’t just to the sanity or the soul of Gotham, but to its very life. Bane is out to destroy the city inNolan goes big here, focusing less on gritty realism and more on crafting something wide in scope and ambition. The threat this time isn’t just to the sanity or the soul of Gotham, but to its very life. Bane is out to destroy the city in every way possible. To break its spirit and then raze it to the ground, fulfilling Ra’s Al Ghul’s legacy and avenging his death.

Bane’s plan has a kind of Bond villain level of genius to it. I’m not going to bother summarizing the movie science behind it, because I’m not a movie scientist, but it involves destroying all but one of the bridges leading into Gotham and forcing the American military to prevent citizens from leaving the city. Forcing them, of course, by using a nuclear bomb to hold the city hostage. If one person makes it across the bridge, Gotham will be destroyed. Although the bomb is set to go off in six months anyway. Why give the citizens of Gotham hope if they’re going to die anyway? So that Bruce can see them suffer while he languishes in the hellish prison where Bane grew up.

With Batman out of commission–and as far as anyone in Gotham knows, dead–it’s up to people like Commissioner Gordon (Gary Oldman) to fight back against Bane and his mercenary army. Oldman, as always, gives a solid performance. Jim Gordon is worn out, burdened by the lie he’s had to uphold for eight years–that Harvey Dent, the man who tried to kill Gordon’s child, was a hero, and that Batman was a villain. Joining him is an idealistic young cop, John Blake (Joseph Gordon-Levitt). JGL is extremely likeable, but beneath his handsome charm is the same anger that drives Bruce Wayne. Blake and Gordon play well off each other, a grounded take on the age-old rookie/veteran pairing.


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And yet Gordon never says that he’s “too old for this ****

In fact, the whole cast is pretty damn excellent. Nolan has not one, but two (!) strong, engaging female characters here. Two! Anne Hathaway is fantastic here, crafting a fascinating character. Selina Kyle is engaging and seductive, dangerous and cunning. But also damaged by a hard life, and yearning for something better. Selina is well used in the film, but ultimately it’s Hathaway’s performance that makes the character work.


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And maybe also the outfit.

Marion Cotillard’s Miranda Tate is equally alluring, but a match for Bruce’s willpower. Her character, even before an important third act revelation, is defined by her convictions. You don’t have to stop there, we’re in spoiler country. Ah, right. The revelation that she is, in fact, Talia Al Ghul is handled perfectly. It doesn’t feel forced at all. Not so much a twist as an interesting layer to her character. Talia Al Ghul, for the uninitiated, is Ra’s Al Ghul’s daughter. I could go on about her in the comics, but this review is getting long enough. I’ll just say that Nolan’s interpretation treats her as a worthy heir to Ra’s.

The rest of the cast is just as solid. Morgan Freeman and Michael Caine return to their respective roles of Lucius Fox and Alfred, both acting as Bruce’s moral compass. Alfred, especially, plays a significant role in Bruce’s emotional journey. Many of the film’s key emotional scenes focus on the relationship between the butler-turned-father-figure and his stubborn Master Wayne.

And I guess that brings me to the ending. I thought that it was perfect. I’ve read reviews complaining that it’s too happy, and that it feels like “fan service.” I’m gonna have to politely disagree there. The end of the film, with Batman faking his death and retiring with Selina to live a normal life spent making, as a friend said, “ass-kicking babies,” is the emotional payoff that the series deserved. And the one it needed.

Ultimately, that’s what this movie is about—Bruce Wayne learning to be a real person. Because he hasn’t been yet. He’s invested so much time in Batman that he’s driven himself too far inside. And now he gets to rise out of the shadows of the past and into a brighter future. Get it?… Expand
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HyshbwbwbwOct 12, 2021
I see a beautiful city and a brilliant people rising from this abyss. I see the lives for which I lay down my life, peaceful, useful, prosperous and happy. I see that I hold a sanctuary in their hearts, and in the hearts of their descendants,I see a beautiful city and a brilliant people rising from this abyss. I see the lives for which I lay down my life, peaceful, useful, prosperous and happy. I see that I hold a sanctuary in their hearts, and in the hearts of their descendants, generations hence. It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better rest that I go to than I have ever known.… Expand
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GtffffbbbOct 13, 2021
Nolan never ceases to amaze me. This movie is amazing and epic. With a terrifying villain and a great end to the greatest trilogy of all time. Definitely give this a watch.
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WasddfcOct 15, 2021
This movie is the perfect ending for an otherwise perfect trilogy. This is Gotham city at its finest, it looks great it looks big and honestly so beautiful it really gives the plot some depth with all the different places that look and soundThis movie is the perfect ending for an otherwise perfect trilogy. This is Gotham city at its finest, it looks great it looks big and honestly so beautiful it really gives the plot some depth with all the different places that look and sound so different. Needless to say the cinematography is my favourite part of this movie and it does the comics justice. The choreography for the fight scenes peaked in this series from the fight with bane in the dark and the well that batman has to escape. The emotional depth in this movie is surprising considering it's a superhero movie, the scene in the well where Bruce is imprisoned is amazingly well shot and acted it is brilliant and needs to have more recognition. The cast is amazing especially when it comes to the fights, Micheal Cain was amazing as usual but definitely the best performance in this trilogy especially when it came to that ending scene when he starts crying at the foot of Bruce's grave and says that he could have done better and the reveal of Robin finding the bat cave is an amazing ending that sadly wont be expanded on… Expand
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QgaggabahaOct 16, 2021
Bruce’s other love interest in the movie is Miranda Tate. I think Marion Cotillard did an excellent job portraying Miranda as a true idealist in the movie. I feel she is Katie Holmes’s Rachel Dawes with a personality. During Bruce’sBruce’s other love interest in the movie is Miranda Tate. I think Marion Cotillard did an excellent job portraying Miranda as a true idealist in the movie. I feel she is Katie Holmes’s Rachel Dawes with a personality. During Bruce’s seclusion, Miranda constantly asks to speak with him. Moreover, Alfred and Fox try to convince Bruce that she is “quite lovely” to no avail. Of course, Bruce also talks to Miranda at the charity ball. He proceeds to insult the person who is holding the ball since he believes that the “Proceeds go to the big fat spread. It’s not about charity, it’s about feeding the ego of whichever society hag laid this on.” However, Miranda forces Bruce to eat his words as she notes that it is her party and that she paid for the spread herself so that all the proceeds will go to charity. She also states to Bruce that she continues to support the idea of the clean energy project, which secretly produced the fusion reactor. Despite the money it has lost her, she believes in investing in and trying to better the world no matter the cost. I also like the notion that Miranda sees right through Bruce’s playboy disguise as she tells him “You have a practiced apathy, Mr. Wayne. But a man who doesn’t care about the world doesn’t spend half his fortune on a plan to save it and isn’t so wounded when it fails that he goes into hiding.” I really bought Miranda as an idealist when I first saw the movie. While I originally felt disappointed that Bruce would not end up with Selina as they had great chemistry on screen, I came to accept that Miranda is just as moral as Bruce and an acceptable match. Of course, Miranda also gains Bruce’s trust as he entrusts her to take over as CEO and take possession of the fusion reactor after Daggett’s hostile corporate takeover attempt.

The rest of the movie is the reason TDKR is my favorite ending for any movie. As Batman is in the Bat hauling the nuclear bomb to sea, I come to the realization that Nolan may actually do it: it is the end of his trilogy and he is going to kill off Batman to end it. As the timer on the bomb ticks to 5 seconds, I start to concede that my worst fears have been realized and I begin getting depressed as I am convinced that not even Batman can escape from the blast radius of a nuclear bomb. Next, they cut to the scene of Bruce’s funeral at Wayne Manor. As only a few people know he is Batman, only Gordon, Blake, Fox, an Alfred attend the funeral. Gordon gives the perfect eulogy: “I see a beautiful city and a brilliant people, rising from this abyss. I see the lives, for which I lay down my life: peaceful, useful, prosperous and happy. I see that I hold a sanctuary in their hearts, and in the hearts of their descendants, generations hence. It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done; it is a far, far better rest that I go to, than I have ever known”. The poetic eulogy is straight from the last two pages of A Tale of Two Cities. In that book, Sydney Carton is sacrificing his life in order to save the life of his doppelganger and husband to the woman he loves. After a life wasted in depravity, these final thoughts before he is killed by guillotine symbolize Carton’s redemption and the rise of Paris from the reign of terror caused by the French Revolution. Similarly in TDKR, it represents the redemption of Batman’s legacy as the people of Gotham finally know about his good deeds and the rise of Gotham after Bane’s reign of terror. As a result, the eulogy is the perfect parallel that connects both stories… Expand
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FloroNov 4, 2021
The Dark Knight rises is truly an epic conclusion to this trilogy. Every character has immersive writing. The performances and dialogue are also exceptional, as you can expect from a Nolan Batman Movie. The movie also has some monumentalThe Dark Knight rises is truly an epic conclusion to this trilogy. Every character has immersive writing. The performances and dialogue are also exceptional, as you can expect from a Nolan Batman Movie. The movie also has some monumental scenes, like the scene where Bruce rises from the pit. That scene is a perfect example of you to convey emotion to the audience without words.… Expand
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HbfhmbgOct 17, 2021
Upon release, The Dark Knight Rises (running time 165 minutes) received widespread critical acclaim and was a huge success at the box office, going on to outgross its predecessor and become the eleventh-highest-grossing film of all timeUpon release, The Dark Knight Rises (running time 165 minutes) received widespread critical acclaim and was a huge success at the box office, going on to outgross its predecessor and become the eleventh-highest-grossing film of all time grossing over $1.08 billion. However, unlike its predecessors, the film was not nominated for any Oscars during its year of eligibility at the 85th Academy Awards, much to the surprise of film industry insiders… Expand
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NuimbbOct 18, 2021
There has never been a doubt about how the dark knight rises is a terribly great film. It has been for years. No matter what you do or what you like, this movie will steal your mind and will leave you amazed
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QwscvghhhhOct 19, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Your first problem is thinking of the twist in terms of Talia, but let's start there anyway. Talia's represents a more personalized form of blowback. The Dark Knight Rises explores Bruce primarily under that context to begin with, the physical, and mental consequences of every choice he's made in the city. Instead of writing a perfect protagonist as an altar for petty wish fulfillment-- the typical use of the 'hero' in these big summer stories -- Bruce's path was one with grave mistakes, and they've consumed him. One mistake was being naive enough to become indoctrinated by the league, another was murdering Ra's. That's important, because while Talia herself is an underperformed and underwritten role, by exploiting Bruce's rarely seen intimate side, her turn as Talia carries vital importance in bringing full circle the damage Bruce has left in his wake back to his forefront. It's why the reveal only makes thematic sense that late in the film: the final dramatic core of the film only functions if we have a poignant reminder of his actions. If you can't empathize with her as a character, you can certainly find satisfaction in her role within the internal logic of the movie, its significance to the main character, and the broader aspirations of The Dark Knight Rises as a whole. That alone makes it a flippin' fantastic twist, since in the span of a few minutes Nolan's given a neat thematic bow to some of the most important moments of the trilogy, bringing everything full circle. If only my posts had that level of economy. But, that's looking at it strictly in terms of Talia. This is almost a technical point, but it is an important one. Nolan used the reveal around the 'child' to provide a one-two punch twist, and he used the expectations all of us fans had against us to do it. Let me explain. Fans familiar with the comics would identify Tate as Talia pretty simply. Not only has the League returned, but Bruce has a love interest, which Talia was in the comics. That'd be a big coincidence. Bane's reshaped backstory as 'the child' would seem like Nolan's typical dance of adapting comic elements to his own ends, so nobody would think twice and suspect the second 'twist', that Talia is in fact the child, not Bane. So, there was 'two' twists for the general audience, but there would be another, and more significant, twist for the core fans. Finally, and most simply to explain, the twist deepens the most important relationship in the film-- that between Bruce and Bane. Continuing the motif of Bane as a tragic mirror of what Bruce could have been, both characters wield an innate self-sacrificing thirst to do justice and protect the innocent, and both are forced to wear a mask because of that attribute. They are both offered a path, and, initially, they took it. Without the twist, Bane's role as representing everything Bruce almost was, everything he's dangerously close to being, is rendered impotent… Expand
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ServcvbnhOct 21, 2021
Christian Bale took on the role of Bruce Wayne for the third and final time, as he came face to face with Bane; the first time that we had seen this character in the new franchise.

The Dark Knight Rises matched and surpassed the success ofChristian Bale took on the role of Bruce Wayne for the third and final time, as he came face to face with Bane; the first time that we had seen this character in the new franchise.

The Dark Knight Rises matched and surpassed the success of The Dark Knight, as it was the second film in the series to gross over $1 billion.

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GhjbhhbOct 21, 2021
It is one of the best Hollywood Superhero movies of all time, and one of Christian Bale and Tom Hardy’s finest works.

For many, The Dark Knight Rises tops its prequel - especially after Heath Ledger’s legendary performance as the Joker.It is one of the best Hollywood Superhero movies of all time, and one of Christian Bale and Tom Hardy’s finest works.

For many, The Dark Knight Rises tops its prequel - especially after Heath Ledger’s legendary performance as the Joker.


The film focuses on Bane, an imposing terrorist disrupting Gotham City’s eight-year-long period of peace. This forces Bruce Wayne to come out of hiding and don the cape and cowl of Batman again.

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HhjjgggfOct 22, 2021
In the final film in Nolan’s Batman trilogy, we saw the character of Bane come to life for a second time on the big screen, but this rendition was not only more serious but far better than before. With its impressive action, engagingIn the final film in Nolan’s Batman trilogy, we saw the character of Bane come to life for a second time on the big screen, but this rendition was not only more serious but far better than before. With its impressive action, engaging narrative, and all-around great performances, The Dark Knight Rises takes number two on our list… Expand
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YrsxdddcfOct 23, 2021
The Dark Knight Rises provides a suitable story to raise the level of isolated chaos and anarchy presented in the second film to bigger stage of takeover and societal control. Where the Joker tested and called out the rules of both BatmanThe Dark Knight Rises provides a suitable story to raise the level of isolated chaos and anarchy presented in the second film to bigger stage of takeover and societal control. Where the Joker tested and called out the rules of both Batman and the public he serves, Bane battles the system above the rules and beyond the city's social boundaries.

Those raised stakes fit the grounded-yet-still-grim fantasy world Christopher Nolan has created and operated within throughout this trilogy. Remember, you're still watching a comic book movie. You're going to get villainous monologues and over-the-top circumstances requiring the necessary suspension of disbelief for the genre. If one critic calls these factors flaws, I'm going to call them par for the course. Tom Hardy's speechifying here is no different than Liam Neeson's ominous doctrines from Batman Begins or Heath Ledger's warped psychological hubris from The Dark Knight. What Bane does bigger than those two previous enemies is back it up with brute force and a true physical challenge for Batman. The mood is as dark as the title and there is plenty of symbolism, theology, and morality to discuss in a spoiler-friendly setting afterwards. Those calculated strengths, shared by its predecessors, elevates The Dark Knight Rises's story and meaning atmospheres higher than any other comic book franchise, The Avengers and Spider-Man included.

I mean to paint with a broad brush when I say this next statement. Every technical element of The Dark Knight Rises's filmmaking is as close to perfect as possible, with an emphasis on "film." The epic scope of quality matches the hype. Nolan and his trusty cinematographer Wally Pfister made it a point to shoot entirely on film (some IMAX and no digital photography or 3D) and use as few digital effects as possible. The result is some of the year's best imagery, lighting, camera movement, and stunt work. Composer Hans Zimmer also returns for another arduous score of infused chanted voices and familiar booming themes. All of those elements together ratchet up the realism and scale of one eye-popping set piece after another. The "wow" moments here might outnumber those of The Avengers. It might have to go to the judge's scorecard for a decision.

Even with all of that backing of technical prowess and perfection, none of those moments would be possible without this coup of a cast assembled for the finale. Christian Bale, in this writer's opinion, has put to bed the petty British and method acting doubts of how good or bad his Bruce Wayne/Batman would be. I'll say it now. He's the truest and best Batman we've ever had. Michael Caine's masterful emotional anchor and continued devotion to Bruce as Alfred may have you wiping tears away during some moments. While the deep masked voice of Bane is occasionally difficult to interpret (as was feared), Tom Hardy conveys a physical performance with his eyes and presence that's better than some actors' entire arsenals. No one can match the raw sizzle of Michelle Pfieffer's iconic take on Catwoman from Batman Returns, but, to my surprise, Anne Hathaway more than matches the character's moral flexibility, ambiguity to good and evil, and inner torment between right and wrong. Out of everyone, Joseph Gordon-Levitt might just steal the show in The Dark Knight Rises. He's the closest this movie has to a moral narrator and emotional lens and his character's growth matches ours as an audience.

In talking about the performances from the cast, I'll end with what I think has always been the strongest element to this trilogy, the thing that separates it from the rest of its genre: CHARACTERIZATION. In so many comic book films, our heroes and villains end up one-dimensional and single-minded. That's never been the case here with Christopher Nolan's new and challenging interpretations on 70+ year old characters of American literary fiction. Those who know the comic roots of Batman, know that Nolan and his team have added so much positive characterization to each role. Every character is beyond three-dimensional and fleshed out with dynamic emotions, origins, strengths, flaws, victories, losses, goals, and fates. All of our original core characters and our new entries each have their culminating moments for their characterization that makes The Dark Knight Rises a fitting and deserving conclusion to this now-historic and classic trilogy. As Richard Roeper will tell you (and I concur with), the last five minutes of The Dark Knight Rises are best five minutes you will see in a movie all year. We are truly privileged for getting to see this vision of an American legend played out in three extremely excellent and rewarding films. Finally, please, Warner Brothers, what ever you do, do not reboot this character in again in our lifetimes. Let this trilogy be the iconic vision for generations to come. Come back in fifty years, not five… Expand
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CtyhvffOct 24, 2021
No. TDKR is arguably as good or better than TDK. It outperformed TDK. If it were to under-perform, then it would have to substantially make less than TDK
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VfghhvffOct 24, 2021
The Dark Knight Rises is the best movie in The Dark Knight Trilogy. It has the classic Nolan non linear storyline which only makes it more interesting. It has great new characters like Catwoman and Blake, but it doesn’t fail to give us moreThe Dark Knight Rises is the best movie in The Dark Knight Trilogy. It has the classic Nolan non linear storyline which only makes it more interesting. It has great new characters like Catwoman and Blake, but it doesn’t fail to give us more of the characters we love like Alfred, Gordon and of course Batman himself. Bane is a great villain and Tom Hardy plays him to perfection, the voice, and the general feel of Bane is perfect.… Expand
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GyhvffggOct 25, 2021
Of course, it is impossible to talk about The Dark Knight Rises without talking about the terrifying awesome portrayal of Tom Hardy as the monstrous Bane. Batman Begins‘ Scarecrow focused on fear while The Joker in The Dark Knight was allOf course, it is impossible to talk about The Dark Knight Rises without talking about the terrifying awesome portrayal of Tom Hardy as the monstrous Bane. Batman Begins‘ Scarecrow focused on fear while The Joker in The Dark Knight was all about wreaking chaos out of order. Bane is neither of those things, he is just a seemingly unstoppable juggernaut. Nolan has said for the character of Bane, he imagined a classic movie monster with an impressive brain, and that is what he and Hardy deliver. Improving on his 1-dimensional comic book counterpart, Bane is a man whose intellect defies his massive size. In previous films Batman may have met his physical match in R’as al Ghul or had his intelligence challenged by The Joker’s insanity, but Bane matches Batman intellectually AND overpowers him physically, making him perhaps his greatest challenge in the series. Tom Hardy gained 30 pounds of muscle mass to play the role and adopted a posh, cultured accent that adds to the menace.

Ah yes, I was wondering what would break first. Your spirit… or your body.


The most memorable scene in the film is the breaking of Batman by Bane. What makes this all the more memorable is the fact that while Hans Zimmer composes a magnificent score that resonates throughout the entire film, this scene is completely without music. All you hear is the awesome sound effects of Bane’s steps (they practically thunder when he walks), the wet smacking punches of Batman’s futile strikes, the devastating blows by Bane, the screams of Batman in agony and Bane’s constant running commentary. Never has there been a hero/villain fight with SO many quotable moments. Even more chilling is the fact that Bane’s henchman are just standing around without interfering. They know their leader has this well in hand, and he does. Batman’s fall is inevitable. Much has been made by critics that the reveal of Miranda Tate being both R’as Al Ghul’s daughter and the ultimate mastermind of the villainous plot reduces Bane to a henchman role. To that I say: then doesn’t that make Darth Vader a “henchman”? Yet he remains probably the most recognizable screen villain of all time. This reveal doesn’t diminish Bane’s effectiveness, yet adds a layer of complexity (the fact that he did it all for the love of Talia) to the monster. This is an empty criticism. Bane has cemented himself as one of the greatest villains of all time.… Expand
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CvfdxzseOct 26, 2021
Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy is my favourite trilogy of all time. I believe that The Dark Knight and its sequel are two of the greatest films ever made. They’re pure art and are already iconic pieces of cinema that will surelyChristopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy is my favourite trilogy of all time. I believe that The Dark Knight and its sequel are two of the greatest films ever made. They’re pure art and are already iconic pieces of cinema that will surely stand the test of time. I once (famously, I might add) described The Dark Knight trilogy as being akin to a perfect three-course meal. Batman Begins is the starter, a nice little warm-up which gets you excited for bigger things to come. The Dark Knight is the main course, arguably the best part of the meal. It’s the meatiest and tastiest part which leaves you completely satisfied. The Dark Knight Rises is the dessert. It’s just as good as the main course, but in a completely different way. Depending on your taste, it could even surpass it as it rounds everything off to perfection.… Expand
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GghvffgOct 27, 2021
Oh that voice! Can you forget Bane’s incredibly hollow yet terrorizing voice? His enormous body and fighting skills made Batman look like a skinny kid. Surely one of the most menacing villains of this era indeed
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DsefcgbOct 29, 2021
The introduction of Tom Hardy’s Bane was chilling in a very tense opening scene, in which we never quite understood what was going on until it happened. Fantastically delivered dialogue didn’t hurt, of course
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CxfgfhggOct 29, 2021
But while Ledger’s depiction was a sensational and sensationalized maelstrom of chaos, it was Tom Hardy’s Bane in Rises that genuinely terrified us with his disdain for order. Exponentially more so when we realized that his efforts to inciteBut while Ledger’s depiction was a sensational and sensationalized maelstrom of chaos, it was Tom Hardy’s Bane in Rises that genuinely terrified us with his disdain for order. Exponentially more so when we realized that his efforts to incite the commoners sounded eerily similar to those espoused by Occupy Wall Street around the same time. But despite director Christopher Nolan’s denial of a Dark Knight Rises political agenda, it’s not necessarily even the mirrored reflection of the real world’s socio-political climate that makes it so enthralling. It was the taut narrative focus of the story that makes it the best of three. The problem with The Dark Knight, and one that’s rarely discussed, is that we’re introduced to a new villain with twenty minutes remaining, and the film problematically overstays its welcome. Never mind the fact that Harvey Dent’s transition into Two-Face feels rushed and somewhat underdeveloped. Rises, on the other hand, expertly delivers on a fully realized ensemble, each participant with clear motivations, no one actor stealing the spotlight and inadvertently appropriating the movie as their own acting showcase. Which made this less a movie about Batman or Bane or Jim Gordon, and more a movie about Gotham, the brutally unforgiving urban landscape that made them all what they are.… Expand
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FggghvffOct 30, 2021
Thus does Nolan’s Batman trilogy stand today as a remarkable cultural achievement. Indeed, his third film in the trilogy, The Dark Knight Rises, was not only the best of the three but is arguably one of the finest movies ever made, a trueThus does Nolan’s Batman trilogy stand today as a remarkable cultural achievement. Indeed, his third film in the trilogy, The Dark Knight Rises, was not only the best of the three but is arguably one of the finest movies ever made, a true achievement of the cinematic arts, certainly worthy of an Alfred Hitchcock or a John Ford. It also may be the single most important defense of Western civilization ever to reach a Hollywood screen. That the severe cultural liberals of the West Coast didn’t rip it to shreds indicates they probably didn’t watch it—or perhaps didn’t understand it… Expand
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FfggfffvcfOct 30, 2021
So now, in the midst of a national nightmare of violence, disease, and ill will, we might look back at a presciently creepy film from 2012, Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises.

In fact, Nolan’s TDKR—part of a Batman trilogy, releasedSo now, in the midst of a national nightmare of violence, disease, and ill will, we might look back at a presciently creepy film from 2012, Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises.

In fact, Nolan’s TDKR—part of a Batman trilogy, released from 2005 to 2012—is regarded as both a commercial triumph and a classic of contemporary cinema.

We might also add that Nolan is at least some kind of conservative; TDKR is unabashedly pro-police and anti-radical, even as it takes the dramatic license of making the bad guy, Bane, as vivid and interesting as the good guy, Batman. (In 2017, Nolan released Dunkirk, an overtly patriotic and admiring recollection of Britain’s miracle in World War Two… Expand
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CdthcghfOct 30, 2021
Nolan has spoken openly about the fact that Rises was strongly influenced by French revolutionary literature, because that’s what audiences wanted from their superhero movies. Despite these unconventional influences, The Dark Knight Rises isNolan has spoken openly about the fact that Rises was strongly influenced by French revolutionary literature, because that’s what audiences wanted from their superhero movies. Despite these unconventional influences, The Dark Knight Rises is a masterpiece—a compelling portrait of a decadent society in a time of crisis. The film was released in 2012, against the backdrop of the Great Recession and the subsequent Occupy Wall Street movement. However, Rises is not bound by its French Revolutionary influences nor its Obama-era release date. The most prescient film of the trilogy, Rises plays like a foreboding warning of things to come… Expand
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SkjjjjjwNov 1, 2021
I appriciate epic finales and this was a one, no doubt and as best villian Heth was in the sequel of this triology it just ends with not less of an actor and villian (Tom Hardy) this triology was a masterpiece that still holds it's name asI appriciate epic finales and this was a one, no doubt and as best villian Heth was in the sequel of this triology it just ends with not less of an actor and villian (Tom Hardy) this triology was a masterpiece that still holds it's name as the best superheroes complete artwork in terms of everything but specifically actors, soundtrack and deep dark story no happy holywood cliches… Expand
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Y7hghhhNov 2, 2021
The final act of the trilogy is the longest of the three, and the one I enjoy the most. Both previous films are required viewing to experience the finale here. It's a brutal what happens to Batman, and the city of Gotham, in an epic doomsdayThe final act of the trilogy is the longest of the three, and the one I enjoy the most. Both previous films are required viewing to experience the finale here. It's a brutal what happens to Batman, and the city of Gotham, in an epic doomsday scenario brought by the magnificent villain, Bane. The whole last hour is nail bitingly tense, and rewards you in the end for the 7 and a half hours you spend watching the trilogy.… Expand
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JannananaNov 3, 2021
Every line of dialogue, every shot, and every cut counts in this thing. The sheer discipline that went into The Dark Knight Rises got me off more than anything else. It’s made of high-quality fibre and is densely and expertly threaded like aEvery line of dialogue, every shot, and every cut counts in this thing. The sheer discipline that went into The Dark Knight Rises got me off more than anything else. It’s made of high-quality fibre and is densely and expertly threaded like a world-class T-shirt or carpet. And it is eighteen or nineteen times better than either of the Joel Schumacher or Tim Burton Batman films. When they say “stop your **** and just kick back and enjoy it for the movie-movie wows and adrenaline highs,” this is the kind of film they’re referring to — this is the gold and silver and bronze standard rolled into one.

TDKR is tight, tight, tight, tight. It breathes and moves and doesn’t feel turgid but God, it’s like it began as a four-hour movie and somehow Nolan whittled it down to 165 minutes. I can’t imagine how Nolan could tell the story he’s chosen and cram it all into a two-hour running time. It flew right the hell by, I can tell you that. (I was furious that I was forced to hit the head at the 75-minute mark.) And when something is flying by (as opposed to plodding or jogging by), you just stop caring about the problems and the speed-bumps, which TDKR certainly has if you really wanna go there.… Expand
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AhauhababbabaNov 4, 2021
Much like Batman Begins, this for me reads like a Bruce Wayne story. Bruce has never been as fleshed out and complex as in the Nolan trilogy, and this is an even bigger journey for him than his origin story in Begins. Bruce is stripped ofMuch like Batman Begins, this for me reads like a Bruce Wayne story. Bruce has never been as fleshed out and complex as in the Nolan trilogy, and this is an even bigger journey for him than his origin story in Begins. Bruce is stripped of everything here, his money, equipment and even his body; he begins the film as a shut-in, a burnt-out husk; a hunched over cripple who never moved on after he hung up his cape and pissed away his business. We see him bested consistently by Selina Kyle, helpless without Alfred (about his keys to get in his house: "never needed them") totally suckered in by Talia, conquered by Bane; he literally loses everything to get back in touch with reality, which is a fantastic statement in itself. It's the most emotional of the Nolan trilogy and largely to Bruce's journey.

It's shot stunningly (looks superb in 4K), with insane cinematography, choreography and practical FX. While the runtime may be epic, so so much is covered and the film never drags its feet. Ann Hathaway is a welcome addition to the cast, at once sexy and strong and every bit as complex and contradictory as Bruce; Joseph Gordon Levitt is reliably likeable and entertaining and Gary Oldman and Michael Caine are captivating as ever and, for me the definitive takes on the iconic characters Commissioner Gordon and Alfred Pennyworth respectively.

It takes a great approach in really upping the scale, from the opening plane heist to the final city square battle and quest to save Gotham from an atom bomb. It rounds off the three stories very well with great tie-ins to The League of Shadows (as well as a great twist with the child in the prison I didn't call on first viewing), it recognised the chaos of the iconic Joker in TDK couldn't be replicated in this and went with a far different approach with Bane; with his limited screen time every scene counts where he oozes presence - built up fantastically with his hooded reveal and planned capture in the opening - with his unique voice and cold, calm approach (the complete opposite of Joker's chaos) to Gotham and Batman's destruction (both literally). What I like is, for all of the planned foils, how Bane literally beats Batman is, frankly, by battering **** out of him. Not something we're used to seeing.

The usual Nolan faults are evident in places; for example, while it's admirable that the exposition isn't insulting and the audience is never thought of as morons (unlike most films of this scale and budget) some really big things are literally set-up in one very fast dialogue exchange that if you stopped paying 100% attention for five seconds to pick your nose you'd potentially be F'd. It's coming from a good place though, and at least this was before he got too caught up with proving what a smartarse he is that the story got lost in the smart-arsery.

I could also have done without the Robin angle. However, the exchange between Alfred and Bruce on the stairs when Alfred leaves him after telling him the truth about Rachel's letter is heartbreaking; great writing and brilliant performances by both that moves me to tears. The scenes where broken Bruce is in Bane's prison are captivating (even if I'm fairly sure one of the "rise" chanting crowd is an old man who was naked on Celebrity Juice once with Ant & Dec). And the fight with Bane and Batman is possibly my favourite fight in all of cinema. I know there are more cinematic or better choreographed fights, but it's so powerful; Bruce knows very quickly he's no match for Bane but carries on anyway, the desperation in his voice and body language is heartbreaking to watch. It's made all the more powerful by the absence of score, it's really brutal for something light on visual violence, and Hardy's delivery of monologues throughout is endlessly quotable and, to be honest, ****ing awesome.

I love the capture of Gotham by Bane's army: trapping the cops underground, blowing the bridges and the destruction of the football stadium - oh, and Bane taking the time to stop and comment on the singing kid's "lovely, lovely voice" is genius! Marion Cottilard brings out my inner pervert (I agree that she's "quite lovely") and I've all the time in the world for Cillian Murphy, so I loved his cameo. It's a brilliantly crafted story and a marvel (excuse the pun, DC fans) to watch. Powerful is the operative word, and the ending gets me every time. Superior to The Dark Knight in my opinion, an amazing film, Batman's finest outing.… Expand
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HikknvvNov 4, 2021
The action choreography is appropriate in context. From gunfights to tank and aircraft battles are extremely well executed
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UjjbvcccNov 5, 2021
Christopher Nolan delivered us the conclusion to The Dark Knight Trilogy in 2012. It had huge shoes to fill after the last installment, and it didn’t disappoint. I remeScreen Shot 2015-12-14 at 9.05.05 AMmber seeing this movie in theatersChristopher Nolan delivered us the conclusion to The Dark Knight Trilogy in 2012. It had huge shoes to fill after the last installment, and it didn’t disappoint. I remeScreen Shot 2015-12-14 at 9.05.05 AMmber seeing this movie in theaters when I was 12 years old, and I was completely blown away. This was the film that made me the Batman fan I am today. It takes place 8 years after the events of The Dark Knight, and Gotham is peaceful until Bane takes over the city. I love the character of Bane in this movie. Tom Hardy did an amazing job portraying him. He has this presence about him that is very intimidating. Even his voice was menacing, almost like Darth Vader’s. I also really like how we get to see the most of the real side of Bruce Wayne. In the past movies we see a lot of the billionaire playboy persona that Bruce must use to hide his identity. In this movie we see a broken and emotional part of him that I don’t think we saw before. Christian Bale is spectacular as Bruce Wayne, and so is the rest of the cast in their roles that returned from the first two films. The Dark Knight Rises doesn’t even feel like a Batman movie, it feels like an epic war film. I really enjoyed the whole Batman and the police, versus Bane and his army of criminals aspect of the film. Anne Hathaway came on board to play Catwoman, and I really liked her as this character. She was kind of flirty and seductive, but she was also smart and could fight. The Dark Knight Rises also has my favorite fight scene of all-time. It’s the fight between Batman and Bane that takes place in a sewer, and it is choreographed to perfection. Every hit just felt so real and brutal, and the decision to not include any background music added to the raw beating our hero received. The score composed by Hans Zimmer is once again epic, and if you’re working out, I recommend you listen to this soundtrack. It will make you 35% stronger (I’m just kidding), but seriously it is really powerful and motivating. Some people complain about plot holes while watching this movie, and to them I say that when a film has as great acting, visuals, music, and story as The Dark Knight Rises has, then it doesn’t take anything away from the movie.… Expand
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GcxzzzzzNov 7, 2021
Holy **** there is so much to talk about. Im gonna start by saying this is already my favorite movie ever. There are so many great scenes and so many great moments that its just hard to put it into one review. Bane is by far one of myHoly **** there is so much to talk about. Im gonna start by saying this is already my favorite movie ever. There are so many great scenes and so many great moments that its just hard to put it into one review. Bane is by far one of my favorite villains ever and he is just the most badass **** I have ever seen. In fact, everybody in this damn movie is a badass. John Blake is so amazing and I really wish there was some type of spinoff or some **** for him cuz I loved him that **** much. Cant forget to mention Catwoman and Tate because they were both awesome as well. And some of those scenes dude. Like the football stadium????? Or the Bane V Batman fight?????? Or the opening scene???? Amazing just amazing… Expand
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VvghhbbbuuNov 8, 2021
Bane (Tom Hardy)’s arc in TDKR is probably the most interesting of the principal characters. Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) goes from palace-dwelling hermit to warrior to crippled jailbird to super-warrior and yes, it’s all very exciting, butBane (Tom Hardy)’s arc in TDKR is probably the most interesting of the principal characters. Bruce Wayne (Christian Bale) goes from palace-dwelling hermit to warrior to crippled jailbird to super-warrior and yes, it’s all very exciting, but nothing completely unexpected. Everybody in the auditorium knew that Bane broke Batman’s back, and that Batman escaped the prison regardless, so there were no real surprises in his story.

Catwoman (Anne Hathaway) did some sexy jumping around and allowed Batman to occasionally receive a taste of his own medicine, but her narrative was similarly predictable – will she help or hinder Batman? Will she do both? Oh, she sort of does both, and they end up in a café in France.

Bane, on the other hand, has a much more interesting story. In the beginning he seems like a completely 2D character – we know nothing of his background, or why he wears his mask, or how he got so big, or where he got his rather snazzy coat from. All we know is that he is big, and mean, and pissed off about something.

When Miranda Tate (Marion Cotillard) reveals herself to be Talia al-Ghul, daughter of Ra’s al Ghul and the true architect of Bane’s occupation of Gotham City, the audience’s perceptions of Bane switch completely. It’s a truly shocking moment that turns a good film into a great film – the twist changes Bane from psychotic dictator, a man with a personal army of insane freaks willing to do anything or go anywhere for him, into a protector; a misguided hero (relatively speaking) who, with total devotion, takes over an entire city and holds it in the palm of his giant hand, ready to be crushed at her say-so.

It’s not that Bane has no say in his own actions, or that Tate has tricked him; more that she is manipulating him into acting in a way that he thinks will make her interested in him. It’s a twisted love story, and one with disturbing undertones (as a young adult, Bane rescued the then-pre-pubescent Tate from the inmates of the Pit, beginning their relationship), and a storyline that a lesser film-maker than Christopher Nolan would have had difficulty adding to an already packed film. In Nolan’s hands, it works perfectly.

If only poor Bane had grown up on the right side of the tracks, it wouldn’t be difficult to see him as a hero equal with Batman. It’s the same devotion that Bane shows to Miranda Tate/Talia al Ghul as that which Batman shows to the city of Gotham, and it is ultimately his undoing.… Expand
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VvghnvffcfNov 9, 2021
Yeah I said it. The Dark Knight blew me away with it's story, action scenes, epic soundtrack, and don't even get me started with how good Heath Ledger was at Joker, but The Dark Knight Rises was just as good, if not better. Sure, a fewYeah I said it. The Dark Knight blew me away with it's story, action scenes, epic soundtrack, and don't even get me started with how good Heath Ledger was at Joker, but The Dark Knight Rises was just as good, if not better. Sure, a few aspects aren't on par with it's older brother, but it still nailed what a superhero movie is all about. This movie is and always will be a very special movie to me. I don't want to spoil it for those of you folks who haven't seen it, but lets just say that this is one of the greatest if not the greatest superhero movie I've ever seen. It's sort of sad that this is a severely underrated movie compared to the franchise's other films, but I'm okay with that, mainly because the underrated stuff actually, most likely, is better than the overrated stuff. Go argue with me about my opinion, but you won't ever, ever, ever change my mind. If you haven't watched this yet, you'd better enjoy it. *sniff. Yeah, this is great… Expand
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GvyjbffcfNov 9, 2021
It can be said that Nolan has created one of the greatest film trilogies of all time with the satisfying conclusion to his Batman saga, "The Dark Knight Rises". Written by Nolan and his brother Jonathan, the screenplay has a lot of themesIt can be said that Nolan has created one of the greatest film trilogies of all time with the satisfying conclusion to his Batman saga, "The Dark Knight Rises". Written by Nolan and his brother Jonathan, the screenplay has a lot of themes going for itself with some of the story reflecting the current economic state that we are in and glimpses of an Occupy Wall Street-like movement. Nolan also creates wonderful and compelling action sequences with the use of practical effects in place of CGI with an amazing third act that is compacted with so much action that it to puts the action sequences from "The Avengers" and "The Amazing Spider-Man" to shame… Expand
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BgvyjjnnnNov 10, 2021
it was going to be a monumental task trying to recapture the magic that the dark knight had and it somehow stuck the landing. i actually thought Anne Hathaway was a nice addition, and that’s the first time i’ve ever said that. the streetit was going to be a monumental task trying to recapture the magic that the dark knight had and it somehow stuck the landing. i actually thought Anne Hathaway was a nice addition, and that’s the first time i’ve ever said that. the street fight in the third act is one of my favorite fight scenes i’ve seen. man this is just a badass conclusion… Expand
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CfyhbvvNov 11, 2021
Nolan closes his trilogy with one more memorable work. The film adopts a narrative to the molds of the hero's journey to trace Batman back in the midst of a dystopian Gotham that was once again a reminder of crime.

This time, the Knight ofNolan closes his trilogy with one more memorable work. The film adopts a narrative to the molds of the hero's journey to trace Batman back in the midst of a dystopian Gotham that was once again a reminder of crime.

This time, the Knight of the Night enlists the help of the charismatic and enveloping cat woman - who even appears as the center of the narrative in the film episode - to face the well-arched villain Bane, in addition to unpredictable forces to save Gotham from a hostile revolution.

The direction is impeccable and features everything that Nolan has already consecrated: electrifying action scenes with memorable photography and scenery. And, of course, all this together in a script full of twists and turns, points of tension and that requires decision-making of the characters in the face of issues of morality, ethics and honor in the midst of a boiling popular uprising driven by hatred.

At the end of the film, after a great plot twist that put Bruce's trusted people to face him, we see the consecration of the long with the exciting final dinner with the dramatic overcoming of the bat man in the face of all adverse circumstances.

Batman resurfaced, overcame and saved all of Gotham, just as Nolan bet, placated and touched us with his wonderful adaptation… Expand
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FthbvfbbvNov 13, 2021
I was on the screening of this movie when it came to sweden and the last scenes was DEAD quiet in the theatre and when you saw Bruce in the last moment it was a total decibel change everyone was screaming and clapping there hand and still toI was on the screening of this movie when it came to sweden and the last scenes was DEAD quiet in the theatre and when you saw Bruce in the last moment it was a total decibel change everyone was screaming and clapping there hand and still to this day I can hear that point when ever I watch these end scenes. Christopher nolan took the best batman movies and turned them inside out kicked out the second and third place and took the top 3 whit these movies... honestly I think these 3 movies will not be rubbed out of there place for a VERY long time... It's a master piece worthy of the mona lisa status… Expand
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GghjhvvvvNov 14, 2021
much better than TDK imo.

similar themes to “joker” 3. BB 2. TDK 1. TDKR better action overall. better batsuit. one of my main complaints for bb and tdk was that batman/bruce lacked actual character, but this movie definitely ticked thatmuch better than TDK imo.

similar themes to “joker”

3. BB 2. TDK 1. TDKR

better action overall. better batsuit.

one of my main complaints for bb and tdk was that batman/bruce lacked actual character, but this movie definitely ticked that box.

great twist ending with talia being the one who escaped the prison, didn’t see that coming.

bane was a great villian . tom hardy gave a great performance nonetheless, even if he did take roids.… Expand
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TyuhgfggffNov 16, 2021
amazing score, great acting, arguably nolans top 3, v high replay value. case for bane being a better villain than joker in the former film
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JjiknbvvNov 16, 2021
Arguably better than The Dark Knight and very underrated. Nolan and Zimmer never miss
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