The Dark Knight

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JimboJ.Jul 31, 2008

Awesome movie. Saw it 4 times already. Easily the best Batman movie so far and also the best movie of the year. Heath Ledger's performance is incredible and Oscar worthy. The rest of the movie is also damn near perfect, with intense Awesome movie. Saw it 4 times already. Easily the best Batman movie so far and also the best movie of the year. Heath Ledger's performance is incredible and Oscar worthy. The rest of the movie is also damn near perfect, with intense action sequences, a deep, intricate story and great characters. I have a few minor quibbles, but it's not enough to bring this movie down. Whether your a Batman fan or not, you need to see this movie - it's that good.… Expand

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SpennyKJul 31, 2008

This film was incredible and it's ridiculous to argue that Harvey Dent is a reflection of Anton Chigurrh. To quote a commenter on a macleans review, Two-Face was flipping coin since before the Coens, Javier Bardem or Cormac McCarthy This film was incredible and it's ridiculous to argue that Harvey Dent is a reflection of Anton Chigurrh. To quote a commenter on a macleans review, Two-Face was flipping coin since before the Coens, Javier Bardem or Cormac McCarthy were in short pants.… Expand

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AndrewLJul 31, 2008

Superb acting and direction, fantastic visuals, intricate plot, and a haunting score. The Dark Knight is the best film of the summer and one of the most memorable films of this decade.

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Jacquesm.Jul 31, 2008

firstly, anyone that gives this movie worse than an 8 has no clue about movies, secondly, those that say it is too long should grow a bigger attention span, this was the best movie I've ever seen, and finally the return of the king was firstly, anyone that gives this movie worse than an 8 has no clue about movies, secondly, those that say it is too long should grow a bigger attention span, this was the best movie I've ever seen, and finally the return of the king was longer and no one moaned, and it got 11 Oscars, so that's something to lookout for next year.… Expand

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RussellB.Jul 31, 2008

Brilliant film. Acting from Ledger and Bale was great. The special effects were good, but never took attention away from what was happening. A great story that hits some deep philosophical questions. David H: Batman does triumph in the end. Brilliant film. Acting from Ledger and Bale was great. The special effects were good, but never took attention away from what was happening. A great story that hits some deep philosophical questions. David H: Batman does triumph in the end. The Joker loses, Gotham gets to have it's "White Knight". The point is that he is redefining what a hero is. The audience looks up to Batman's sacrifice, even if the people of Gotham City don't. Billy C: Two Face was flipping coins in the Batman comics in 1942.… Expand

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TonyL.Jul 31, 2008

Wow. simply amazing. utter genius. director Nolan makes the world unlike any other comic book movies "world". Its so realistic, it seems like it could happen to any place in the world. Unlike many of all of the spider-man movies, when will Wow. simply amazing. utter genius. director Nolan makes the world unlike any other comic book movies "world". Its so realistic, it seems like it could happen to any place in the world. Unlike many of all of the spider-man movies, when will you see a man with four giant steel "tentacles" terrorizing your city? Every character plays their role superbly, the story line is exceptional, and they build from exactly what they started with the first one, "Batman Begins" Heath Ledger as the joker was one of the best performances i've ever seen, and I've seen plenty. He makes you enjoy every second hes on the screen This movie surpasses the "comic book" genre. Its a CLASSIC 10/10… Expand

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NickJ.Jul 31, 2008

I personally loved it. I did have some complaints, both about the movie and the critics. Two-Face did the coin thing in the comics as well. I believe that the Batman comics came out before No Country for Old Men...Correct me if I'm I personally loved it. I did have some complaints, both about the movie and the critics. Two-Face did the coin thing in the comics as well. I believe that the Batman comics came out before No Country for Old Men...Correct me if I'm wrong. My big complaints had mostly to do with the fact that I don't think Two-Face would speak with the same voice after losing half his lips. Also, I didn't care for Batman's voice... The Joker was brilliant.… Expand

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ShaktiS.Jul 31, 2008

This is the best superhero movie I have ever watched. Ledger was stunning and scary as the Joker and Bale has to be one of the better Bat-men that I've come across. Overall the film had an epic feeling to it. The greatness of Batman This is the best superhero movie I have ever watched. Ledger was stunning and scary as the Joker and Bale has to be one of the better Bat-men that I've come across. Overall the film had an epic feeling to it. The greatness of Batman stems from the fact that he is ready to sacrifice his image and be seen as the villain just to protect his city. As for the people who think that its too dark and depressing, that's the way Batman is supposed to be. That's why its called The 'Dark' Knight.… Expand

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NirujanG.Jul 31, 2008

This is one of the best movies ever. I was already a fan of batman, after watching this movie i became a fan of joker too. Ledger's acting was awesome.

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DaliaN.Jul 31, 2008

amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing movie ... simple the best batman movie EVER ... Heath Ledger was PHENOMENAL. there has to be an amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing amazing movie ... simple the best batman movie EVER ... Heath Ledger was PHENOMENAL. there has to be an honorary oscar or something for him… Expand

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paigeJul 30, 2008

Everyone did a wonderful performance, especially Heath. I am not just singling him out because of a fatal accident. This is in all honesty. On thing that I will say is watching it for a second time it seemed longer than the first time. Everyone did a wonderful performance, especially Heath. I am not just singling him out because of a fatal accident. This is in all honesty. On thing that I will say is watching it for a second time it seemed longer than the first time. Another thing is for people who read the comics. Do not expect to walk in this movie and have it follow the comic books. This was a darker version of Batman as I would like to say. Now, if you don't follow to comic books so well, or don't read them at all, then you will appreciate it as a movie instead of comic book character.… Expand

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JordanP.Jul 30, 2008

If any film deserves a perfect score, this does. In all actuality, there is no such thing as a perfect movie, but this one comes about as close as any ever have. Dark, beautiful, harrowing and deeply meaningful, "Knight" is a class-act If any film deserves a perfect score, this does. In all actuality, there is no such thing as a perfect movie, but this one comes about as close as any ever have. Dark, beautiful, harrowing and deeply meaningful, "Knight" is a class-act masterpiece, both high art and brilliantly accessible to our modern spoon-fed masses. The bar has been set so much higher by the Nolans' latest stroke of genius that audiences are bound to be disappointed by the suddenly mediocre fodder of the box offices for quite some time.… Expand

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johnwJul 30, 2008

Far and away the best film based on a comic book ever made.

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DidiM.Jul 30, 2008

The movie had a lot of action and very creative in the way that batman used his bag of tricks. But things just didn't make sense. The joker was all powerful and he did things and things were done as if he could do magic. It was very The movie had a lot of action and very creative in the way that batman used his bag of tricks. But things just didn't make sense. The joker was all powerful and he did things and things were done as if he could do magic. It was very frustrating to watch when things didn't make sense. I expected a lot more. Iron man was a lot better.… Expand

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PaulA.Jul 30, 2008

The best movie I've ever seen. In the first movie they really nailed it with a superb cast. This movie is much deeper and darker than the first. Batman's ultimate rival, the joker was so entertaining. No matter what he did, it was The best movie I've ever seen. In the first movie they really nailed it with a superb cast. This movie is much deeper and darker than the first. Batman's ultimate rival, the joker was so entertaining. No matter what he did, it was entertaining. I wonder what the sequel will be like.… Expand

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WilliamR.Jul 30, 2008

amazing and also to Billy C. Two Face was thought of way before Anton Chugurrh. (1944 to be exact).

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MichaelK.Jul 30, 2008

Phenomenal. A bit long at 2 and a half hours, but utterly entertaining and chilling.

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MojoP.Jul 30, 2008

Dark, brilliantly acted and extremely entertaining. There really is little more you could ask from a movie of this calibre. It may not be intensely realistic, but it's as close as it gets for a comic book flick. The dramatics are well Dark, brilliantly acted and extremely entertaining. There really is little more you could ask from a movie of this calibre. It may not be intensely realistic, but it's as close as it gets for a comic book flick. The dramatics are well timed and the film noir overlay sets the perfect mood to truly allow viewers to become immersed. A masterpiece, and that's no joke. Long live Ledger.… Expand

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JulianC.Jul 30, 2008

Has nothing over Batman Begins!!!!

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LogicalTwistJul 30, 2008

This is the best superhero movie EVER. No doubt. And there isn't a single person who saw it and didn't love Ledger as the Joker- the best villain ever to appear in a movie. Too bad that he won't be able to hold his prize(s) in This is the best superhero movie EVER. No doubt. And there isn't a single person who saw it and didn't love Ledger as the Joker- the best villain ever to appear in a movie. Too bad that he won't be able to hold his prize(s) in his own hands.… Expand

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CSJul 30, 2008

I laugh at Billy C inferring that Two Face copies Anton Chigurrh. But since that comment was definitely made just piss someone off, I'll ignore it. great movie, great acting/directing. Deserves Oscar nominations. Tons of em.

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poansapopJul 30, 2008

Amazing! deserves a 10 on heath ledgers performance alone!... add that to the awesome story,depth and just brilliance and you have the best film of all time.

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PK.Jul 30, 2008

Awful editing, trite and implausible storytelling, cartoonish characters, annoying Batman voice, to many eye-rolling moments, nerve-grating Joker lip-licking (to mock Tom Arnold??), too jumbled film-making, kowtowing to the whims of fanboys Awful editing, trite and implausible storytelling, cartoonish characters, annoying Batman voice, to many eye-rolling moments, nerve-grating Joker lip-licking (to mock Tom Arnold??), too jumbled film-making, kowtowing to the whims of fanboys all equal a zero from this moviegoer who is grateful he didn't have to pay to see it.… Expand

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PaulPeterJul 30, 2008

Not for little pussies wanting to see a self righteous boyscout as their superhero.

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DavidJul 29, 2008

Wow! I can't believe how overblown the hype is on this movie. Don't get me wrong, i liked it. But i sure as hell didn't love it. I thought this movie was called the Dark Knight. It should have been called the Dark Joker! Was Wow! I can't believe how overblown the hype is on this movie. Don't get me wrong, i liked it. But i sure as hell didn't love it. I thought this movie was called the Dark Knight. It should have been called the Dark Joker! Was Batman even in this movie? There was zero satisfaction at the end. Batman kills off one baddy (two faced) but doesn't kill off the one i really wanted dead (the Joker). The one that was the biggest terrorist this side of Osama bin laden! I was so sick of that guy by the end of the movie. Like some people said before me, how in the hell did half the things happen in the movie? It seemed like the Joker was this all mighty magician going around and blowing up one place after another. And Batman was always one step behind! Give me a break!! How in the hell did he get out of Jail? So every cop died in that explosion except for the Joker?! sigh! So many frustrating parts. By the end of it, i was so freaking tired. And can we please stop with the Heath Ledger love fest?! Personally i didn't think his performance was all that great. It was average.… Expand

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LouT.Jul 29, 2008

Gotham is portrayed as a town full of sheep who can only be saved by some fearless leader in whom they all have to believe in the same way that Germans believed in der Fuhrer. There is no community, just huddled masses yearning to be saved. Gotham is portrayed as a town full of sheep who can only be saved by some fearless leader in whom they all have to believe in the same way that Germans believed in der Fuhrer. There is no community, just huddled masses yearning to be saved. And who will save them? Maybe the District Attorney, by prosecuting criminals? But no, he can't prevail against the evil Joker, so it has to be a super-wealthy guy who is the head of a massive weapons manufacturing company, and who moonlights as a gadget-driven crime fighter. He also apparently holds the purse strings to the D.A. guy (and the film has no problem with that), so let's face it, folks, Mr. Super Wealthy holds the fate of the city in his heavily-armored hands. To justify this monster, we need a greater monster, just like Cheney needs bin Laden. That's where the Joker comes in. Mr. Super Wealthy even develops a system for spying on every single square inch of space within the entire city, all justified by Mr. Joker, since he's so very, very bad. In short, this film should be offensive to anyone who believes in our Constitution's Bill of Rights. As for the drama, the plot is full of holes you could drive a Batmobile through, which the film does again and again, filling plot problems with gadgetry as needed, which is all of the time. I saw this on an IMAX screen and the aerial city views were fantastic; hence the 1 point in my rating. And Heath Ledger was very good at portraying a psychotic criminal, but unfortunately having a character with completely insane behavior tends to liberate the plot from sensible constraints, and so "what happens next" trumps "why did it happen" just about every time. My view seems to be in the minority, but if you saw this and liked it, after reading this, please ask yourself why. One more thing: Quite apart from its politics, I honestly thought that it was a bore.… Expand

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BillyC.Jul 29, 2008

It started well but after 2 hours Nolan should have wrapped it up! Two Face became a really childish bore and ridiculous with his coin tossing (Anton Chigurrh anyone?) nonsense. The dialogue was a bit cheesy. Far fetched.

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DavidHJul 29, 2008

Yes I admit Heath Ledger turned in a very impressive performance. Christian Bale was also good and there was some excellent technology and special effects. Drawbacks were the combination of it being generally a downer combined with being too Yes I admit Heath Ledger turned in a very impressive performance. Christian Bale was also good and there was some excellent technology and special effects. Drawbacks were the combination of it being generally a downer combined with being too long. A hero is someone you're willing to watch go through all kinds of hell as long as he is triumphant in the end. It is depressing that he has to sacrifice virtually everything including nearly his life, catches the bad guy, and yet still ends up persecuted in the end by an annoyingly over-righteous mindset. The chemistry with Maggie Gyllenhall is non-existent compared to Katie and she remains also irritatingly righteous where again, Batman seems to sacrifice absolutely everything in order to help people and yet it is still not good enough for her. Maggie also is simply not attractive enough for this role. As a comparison, when you walk out of Ironman, you feel good, when you walk out of Dark Night, you feel depressed.… Expand

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pgJul 29, 2008

This is how dark all comic-book turned movies should be. Awesome!

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BrianL.Jul 29, 2008

I like scary/action movies. Ledger was brilliant. The action was mostly interesting as well. The Joker drops a few silly comments bringing comic relief to the constant seriousness. Iffy parts include OK-a-little-over-average acting job ofI like scary/action movies. Ledger was brilliant. The action was mostly interesting as well. The Joker drops a few silly comments bringing comic relief to the constant seriousness. Iffy parts include OK-a-little-over-average acting job of Batman and Harvey. The actress who played Rachel was horrible but that didn't really matter. When seeing a superhero movie you always expect to atleast have a happy ending. This movie has none. It's depression after depression after depression of sadism and death for an overrun 2 and 1/2 hours. It could have been finished 30 minutes earlier if you see the ending. No one really wins in this movie, but it is suspenseful. If you like suspense, go ahead and watch the movie. But there is no positive excitement, its 100% run off of depression, fear, and sadness.… Expand

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JoshM.Jul 29, 2008

Movie is amazing and ledgers performance is stunning. The best acting of the century. The movie is funny yet twisted and the movie itself is phenomenally well done. Anyone who hasn't seen it really needs to cause it is absolutely the Movie is amazing and ledgers performance is stunning. The best acting of the century. The movie is funny yet twisted and the movie itself is phenomenally well done. Anyone who hasn't seen it really needs to cause it is absolutely the film you have to see.… Expand

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JoshCJul 29, 2008

I think that this is a classic. A brilliant, darker, and menacing portrayal of the Batman legacy. Its much more true to the graphic novels and comic books, and I'm surprised with some of the bad reviews.
All through the movie, youI think that this is a classic. A brilliant, darker, and menacing portrayal of the Batman legacy. Its much more true to the graphic novels and comic books, and I'm surprised with some of the bad reviews.
All through the movie, you get the sense of immediate threat, and its quite stark just how rellevant its themes of terrorism are to today.
Brilliant acting, and obviously Heath Ledger steals the show, which some critics don't like! The fact that the bad-guy is the most interesting and best acted character isn't bad. What about Javier Bardem in "No Country For Old Men"?… Expand

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JaredC.Jul 29, 2008

The Dark Knight has to be the best movie of 2008. I don't think any movie can live up to its achievement. On most movie databases it's been given extremely high results. If movies keep on ending up as crappola like 88 minutes, The The Dark Knight has to be the best movie of 2008. I don't think any movie can live up to its achievement. On most movie databases it's been given extremely high results. If movies keep on ending up as crappola like 88 minutes, The Spiderwick Chronicles, Jumper, and much more. Despite the fact that Hellboy and Hancock aren't worthy enough, Dark knight's gonna win best picture at the Oscars. And since Ledger's dead, he did an amazing job as the joker and hopefully will be recognized and awarded best supporting actor at the Oscars for Heath's memory. Just a great movie. go see this NOW!!!… Expand

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tjJul 29, 2008

Batman Begins was excellent, but what happened to the characters? This movie is one over the top dramatic moment after another...and wow, 2 1/2 hours? I was looking at my watch after an hour. Seems like all these directors of superhero Batman Begins was excellent, but what happened to the characters? This movie is one over the top dramatic moment after another...and wow, 2 1/2 hours? I was looking at my watch after an hour. Seems like all these directors of superhero movies try to pump up the volume in their sequels--and they lose their heart and humanity. There was no drama and suspense--all big surprises. Heath Ledger is excellent, but he was the only one with any decent lines. This was an overblown mess and a big disappointment.… Expand

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KelaM.Jul 29, 2008

I didn't think Heath Ledger was particularly good even though he was making a big effort at it.Too bad the director decided to give him more screen time than Christian Bale who's a far better actor.

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JoshCJul 29, 2008

Good: -Heath Ledger gives brilliant performance, as do Gary Oldman, Michael Cane, and Morgan Freeman -Dark, very dark -Action sequences less garbled (couldn't tell who was winning in the last film) -First half of film Bad: -2 and 1/2 Good: -Heath Ledger gives brilliant performance, as do Gary Oldman, Michael Cane, and Morgan Freeman -Dark, very dark -Action sequences less garbled (couldn't tell who was winning in the last film) -First half of film Bad: -2 and 1/2 hours long!!!!! -No plot, at all -Christian Bale's deep voice makes it hard to tell what he's saying and makes his performance laughable -Maggie Gyllenhaal cannot save character from being annoying -Mixed dialogue -Dark, very dark -Two-Face not developed enough -The second half of the movie.… Expand

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HDM.Jul 29, 2008

Overblown, too many (pointless) subplots, too many 'huh? how did that happen?' moments (Gordon's faked death, for one; the ferries and the hospital explosion, for two more), not enough about Batman and way too much hype about Overblown, too many (pointless) subplots, too many 'huh? how did that happen?' moments (Gordon's faked death, for one; the ferries and the hospital explosion, for two more), not enough about Batman and way too much hype about Heath Ledger's performance. So many missed opportunities (Joker to Batman: We're both freaks; spying on every citizen of Gotham).… Expand

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ArianaK.Jul 29, 2008

The best movie ever. Heath Ledger was a great choice for joker and was really funny. I would see it 100 more times with out being bored it was very unpredictable.

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AnonymousMCJul 28, 2008

It starts out as an interesting upbeat adventure with gadgets with an Indiana Jones flavor, but the more you see Heath Ledger on screen the more you wish he would stay there. The story begins to fall apart and there are too many villains toIt starts out as an interesting upbeat adventure with gadgets with an Indiana Jones flavor, but the more you see Heath Ledger on screen the more you wish he would stay there. The story begins to fall apart and there are too many villains to keep track of. Heath Ledger's performance remains as the only memorable feature.… Expand

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SystemG.Jul 28, 2008

Amazing. Breath taking. One of the best movies Ive ever seen. Heath Ledger gives one of the best performances I have ever see. It is indescribable. Go see it. You owe it to yourself.

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AaronM.Jul 28, 2008

A dark and disturbing masterpiece, but a masterpiece nonetheless. I was kept guessing till the very end. Nothing felt like it was for certain. It had parts that made you laugh, and feel like a total jerk while doing it. It showcases a A dark and disturbing masterpiece, but a masterpiece nonetheless. I was kept guessing till the very end. Nothing felt like it was for certain. It had parts that made you laugh, and feel like a total jerk while doing it. It showcases a villain different from the norm. Anyone that doesn't like it can go watch some crappy, generic superhero movie. Spider-man definitely wasn't bad, but this completely made me forgot that it was a superhero movie. It's easily the best of its kind.… Expand

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ChrisP.Jul 28, 2008

Very disappointing after the excellent, moody Batman Begins. That movie built up Bruce Wayne and Batman as a true human being, a tragic, sad but ultimately powerful and obsessive hero, one that had resonance and depth. The Batman in this Very disappointing after the excellent, moody Batman Begins. That movie built up Bruce Wayne and Batman as a true human being, a tragic, sad but ultimately powerful and obsessive hero, one that had resonance and depth. The Batman in this film was just another superhero, blindly and violently reacting to the Joker and nothing more. His one character moment also was forced and unnecassary (and short). Besides that, every bit of the plot was predictable and cliched, cowing to typical blockbuster formula. Lame, cutesy jokes, too fast pacing that didn't allow and time for thoughtfulness, and a teenagers idea of darkness. Some examples: How is the Joker, a self-professed, "Agent of Chaos" able and willing to set so many elaborate plans and schemes. Hell, how does he even accomplish all he does in the film without help? Certainly not with henchmen, whom he kills indiscriminately. The plot was also incredibly predictable. Other than a certain joke involving a pencil, I was able to see every bit of the plot from miles away. *SPOILERS* Or did anyone really expect Harvey Dent to be killed before he became Two-Face? *END SPOILERS* That's just one example. There's also another plot device that is completely unbelievable and seems to exist solely to trick the audience and nothing else. All in all, a mediocre film.… Expand

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CameronK.Jul 28, 2008

Fantastic film. A superhero movie that actually had a really good plot, and tugged at my emotions. That Joker fella is sick and twisted.

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AnonymousMCJul 28, 2008

This is easily the best movie of the year in my opinion and possibly the best movie i have ever seen. Ignore the negative critics, they gave it bad reviews because they saw 100's and said "Oh no this could get better reviews than theThis is easily the best movie of the year in my opinion and possibly the best movie i have ever seen. Ignore the negative critics, they gave it bad reviews because they saw 100's and said "Oh no this could get better reviews than the Godfather so i better make sure it doesn't". With excuses like its not fun or it's too dark, you can tell they can't back up their evidence. Is the movie dark? sure but give me a break its a comic book based on a man who had his parents killed and is out for revenge in a way. It's not as dark as people may believe, it's got a lot of humor thanks to the finest performance i have ever seen. You can take all the hype and all you heard about Heath Ledger and how good he did but when you walk out you will still be in aw and it will still impress you. From the way he walks to the way he twitches, it is a beautiful sight even if it's not supposed to be. He is so good that you may actually find yourself rooting for him, but luckily Christian Bale is no slouch and like always he performes brilliantly. These two actors single handedely made the movie from a great category to a classic category. The only flaw which isn't too bad is the length but the more the better. Also, there are so many probems that come up in the movie and so many storylines that like some critics said it is hard to obtain all of it in one viewing. Like a great music CD, it's a movie that you could watch 10 times and on the 10th time say "Oh wow i never noticed that before". This movie is an instant classic in my opinion and not to upset anyone but i find this much more entertaining than the Godfather movies. Maybe its just me but i would rather watch this 5 times instead of watch the Godfather, even if the Godfather is a good movie.… Expand

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AudreyJul 28, 2008

This movie was amazing. I have already seen it twice since it has come out and am wanting to see it again. Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker was terrific. He hit the character to a tee. His actions were twisted and genius at the This movie was amazing. I have already seen it twice since it has come out and am wanting to see it again. Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker was terrific. He hit the character to a tee. His actions were twisted and genius at the same time. He added a perfect amount of sinister humor to the character. While Ledger did a fantastic job, he was closely followed by Christian Bale. Both were excellent counterparts to each other.… Expand

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JoelAJul 28, 2008

trite, predictable, boring, long-winded. Christian bale's muppet-voice was the low point of the movie.

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JackJokerJul 28, 2008

This movie was brilliant. Death aside, heath ledger's performance as the joker is one of the best jobs of acting I've seen in quite a long time. Strangely i really enjoyed his presence....is that bad? ;p. Not the whole murdering This movie was brilliant. Death aside, heath ledger's performance as the joker is one of the best jobs of acting I've seen in quite a long time. Strangely i really enjoyed his presence....is that bad? ;p. Not the whole murdering thing though....that's too much. But yeah, Awesome movie! OH...on a critical note: Christian Bale's batman voice really really sucked towards the end of the movie, i wanted to leap into the movie and give him a throat losenger..."I'M THE BATMAN"...lol.… Expand

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JF.Jul 28, 2008

One of the best movies of all time - forget the negative reviews, just see the movie and you will enjoy it! Also, instead of showing the violence of the Joker, the camera turns away just at the right moment. I really can't understand One of the best movies of all time - forget the negative reviews, just see the movie and you will enjoy it! Also, instead of showing the violence of the Joker, the camera turns away just at the right moment. I really can't understand these critics complaining about obscene violence, because there isn't any.… Expand

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JohnE.Jul 28, 2008

The Dark Knight's characters were well portrayed by each actor, especially Heath Ledger (it may be cliché by now but the man was nothing short of a genius in his captivating performance as his evangelical character, The Joker. I The Dark Knight's characters were well portrayed by each actor, especially Heath Ledger (it may be cliché by now but the man was nothing short of a genius in his captivating performance as his evangelical character, The Joker. I agree with the many critics that say it is too early to predict Oscar nominations or winners, but it should be said that Heath Ledger has given the best performance of the year to this point.) Everything from the direction, to the writing, to the camera work was done to the perfection and brought forth the dark imagery the film wanted to get at. But like almost every movie there are some critiques. In the opinion of myself and several others the character of Two-Face was killed off too quickly as he arrived much too late in the film. As for The Joker he was literally left hanging as if to put him in a sequel, but unfortunately his character has come to an end with the untimely passing of Heath Ledger. I say this so boldly because no one will ever again be able to capture the character or immerse themselves into the mind of such a sadistic demeanor with what looked like apparent ease. The authentic look of the special effects only enhanced the experience of this new age of Batman we have all been able to enjoy. The Dark Knight represents a spectacular adaptation of the comic book and should be considered nothing but great film and a job well done by all involved.… Expand

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JohnL.Jul 28, 2008

An excellent movie from start to finish. The amazing action and visuals fit the dark and intriguing story perfectly. Although it is long (152 min.) you won't be bored for a single second. To all those who criticize the maturity and An excellent movie from start to finish. The amazing action and visuals fit the dark and intriguing story perfectly. Although it is long (152 min.) you won't be bored for a single second. To all those who criticize the maturity and darkness of the movie, consider that the appeal of batman has always been that he is not the typical flashy and brightly colored superhero. His appeal stems from the fact that he really isn't a superhero at all, but rather a man who simply seeks justice in a dark and corrupt world.… Expand

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SteveJ.Jul 28, 2008

This is one of the best examples of acting you could find anywhere. This is Heath Ledger's movie. His portrayal of The Joker is so incredible that every scene he was in I absolutely loved and everything else was "pretty good". Overall, aThis is one of the best examples of acting you could find anywhere. This is Heath Ledger's movie. His portrayal of The Joker is so incredible that every scene he was in I absolutely loved and everything else was "pretty good". Overall, a very good movie, but I really wouldn't give it a perfect score. But I am giving it a perfect score because you just have to see it to see Heath work his magic.… Expand

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BennyK.Jul 28, 2008

One of the greatest movies I have ever seen. If not the best.

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metalmaidenJul 28, 2008

Sadistic, gratuitous violence and a rehash of borrowed ideas with no plot, horrible dialogue and worse acting. Ledger played a psycho well but his voice sounded like Al Franken, made me giggle, and made it impossible for me to get into his Sadistic, gratuitous violence and a rehash of borrowed ideas with no plot, horrible dialogue and worse acting. Ledger played a psycho well but his voice sounded like Al Franken, made me giggle, and made it impossible for me to get into his actions. An absolutely horrible waste of time.… Expand

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JenniferJul 28, 2008

GO SEE THIS MOVIE NOW!!! First of all all the hype on Heath Ledgers performance is much deserved. You were not watching Ledger you were watching the Joker. He was in my opinion flawless and anyone who thinks otherwise is blind. Ledger became GO SEE THIS MOVIE NOW!!! First of all all the hype on Heath Ledgers performance is much deserved. You were not watching Ledger you were watching the Joker. He was in my opinion flawless and anyone who thinks otherwise is blind. Ledger became the Joker and for me stole the show hands down. I would have never expected such a performance from a former teen movie actor. The movie itself was dark, the pictures were fantastic, the music throughout the entire movie keep the suspense going. What an awesome job by all. Bale is cool, calm, and strong. I loved him as Bateman even down the the McGruff voice that one reviewer pointed out. He went from Armani tailored Bruce Wayne to Bateman. The only reason I noticed the length of the movie was because I needed to take a tinkle with 40 minutes left but there was no way I was going to miss a minute so I sat there in agony but it was worth it.… Expand

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MattP.Jul 28, 2008

Not a Batman movie, but a Joker movie. Christian Bale is marginalized and, for good reason and to great effect, Heath Ledger is elevated. In an action movie like this, you have to have two things: a good director and at least one good Not a Batman movie, but a Joker movie. Christian Bale is marginalized and, for good reason and to great effect, Heath Ledger is elevated. In an action movie like this, you have to have two things: a good director and at least one good performance. What saves this movie from being a bloated mess is Ledgers staggering performance and Nolans competent if underwhelming direction.… Expand

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ManishS.Jul 28, 2008

Excellent Movie. Best action/crime movie i saw in years.

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TrevorI.Jul 28, 2008

AWESOME. At the end of the movie, the audience in the cinema stood up and gave it a standing ovation. Pretty cool, a bit gay, but hey ... cool.

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SarahB.Jul 28, 2008

Brilliant! Best movie I've seen in a long time!

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LeeW.Jul 28, 2008

Are you an adult that wishes to see a movie containing adult themes? Do you wish to see acting take place before you, with skill, passion and genuine talent? Do you wish to be transported to a bleak, hopeless society full of awkward Are you an adult that wishes to see a movie containing adult themes? Do you wish to see acting take place before you, with skill, passion and genuine talent? Do you wish to be transported to a bleak, hopeless society full of awkward questions and difficult decisions? Do you want to see a classic character stripped back and forced to confront the impossible questions a self-styled 'vigilante' must find answers for? If you answered yes to all the previous questions then this film is for you. A stunning, pitch-black barrage of unforeseen consequences and cruel twists. Of course all eyes will be on Heath Ledger, but to claim this film is a 'tribute' to him is a gross nonsense. But, of course, you want to know if he is as good as the professional critics say he is, right? The answer is yes, and mesmerisingly so. With just enough of Jack Nicholson's comic camp to keep the character recognizable, Ledger and Christopher Nolan twist the Joker into a sadistic, almost satanic enemy of decency, armed with an unlimited supply of sociopathic apathy and gut-wrenching personal demons. Christian Bale broods and struggles throughout with the weight and sheer hopelessness of the task ahead of him, but with such aplomb and adeptness you are left amazed at how a vintage comic-book character can be converted into a very adult, very complicated hero. This movie was incredible, and when the credits roll you'll be left a little numb, a little bruised, but completely impressed.… Expand

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LouisM.Jul 27, 2008

Brilliant, tragic, disturbing. Ledger's performance so convincingly evil, it made me extremely uncomfortable. Many times the audience laughed at scenes which were not funny. Maybe it was their nerves. This is not a funny movie at all. Brilliant, tragic, disturbing. Ledger's performance so convincingly evil, it made me extremely uncomfortable. Many times the audience laughed at scenes which were not funny. Maybe it was their nerves. This is not a funny movie at all. It is serious, dark and disturbing. Afflicting suffering for pleasure and seeking anarchy, goes beyond evil. Where as evil has a plan, the Joker has not.… Expand

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NormD.Jul 27, 2008

Have any of you seen a movie or read a non comic book in your lives? Even if you haven't, aren't you still sickened by all the superhero superciliousness? Aren't you all embarrassed yet? Is this going to be like disco? A Have any of you seen a movie or read a non comic book in your lives? Even if you haven't, aren't you still sickened by all the superhero superciliousness? Aren't you all embarrassed yet? Is this going to be like disco? A laughable fad to some at the present; a laughable fad to all sometime in the future? Or is this the end of culture?… Expand

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BenCJul 27, 2008

The only thing keeping it from getting a 10 was all that ridiculous filler about some bat guy. It just distracted from the real point of the movie, Heath Ledger's Joker. Holy. Crap. I nearly peed my pants watching this guy. It's The only thing keeping it from getting a 10 was all that ridiculous filler about some bat guy. It just distracted from the real point of the movie, Heath Ledger's Joker. Holy. Crap. I nearly peed my pants watching this guy. It's been said that this role is what killed Ledger, and after watching his performance, I believe it. One of the best performances by any actor I've ever seen. Heath Ledger really and truly became The Joker.… Expand

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VM.Jul 27, 2008

Yes, overhyped, I liked the first one much better. This one was more complicated and exhausting... I looked at my watch 2 hours in, this movie was long. And Christian Bale's bat-voice, annoying. It was a good movie, but trying to be too Yes, overhyped, I liked the first one much better. This one was more complicated and exhausting... I looked at my watch 2 hours in, this movie was long. And Christian Bale's bat-voice, annoying. It was a good movie, but trying to be too Dark, even slow at times. Heath Ledger deserves and will get the Oscar, absolutely unbelievable! They could've made a sequel 'The Joker' without Batman and people would have FLOCKED to it, but...… Expand

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MichaelF.Jul 27, 2008

I thought Jack Nicholson would be the ultimate Joker - I was wrong Christian bale is a solid Batman but Heath Ledger is unbelievably good.Great SFX The new Batman movies are easily the best DC Comics into movies yet.

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JHJul 27, 2008

Not nearly as good as the hype. Ledger is astonishing and the visuals are elite, but the study of good vs evil plot is extraordinarily forced, and the movie is a good half hour too long.

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RonC.Jul 27, 2008

Too long Too many plans illogical-Joker says he does not make plans ha!

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NicholasDJul 27, 2008

Perfect.

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KevT.Jul 27, 2008

For Batman fans, it will be a mind blowing movie. For others it should be a great movie. I am not a fan of hype, but this maybe the first movie to come close to matching the promises given by the hype. The acting is solid to top notch across For Batman fans, it will be a mind blowing movie. For others it should be a great movie. I am not a fan of hype, but this maybe the first movie to come close to matching the promises given by the hype. The acting is solid to top notch across the board. The praise for Ledger as the Joker gets jaded by some who think it is just people being nice because he died. I wish Ledge was alive so he could hear all the praises for this role. If you are looking for a popcorn flick, this is not it. Chris Nolan has taken a super hero movie and made it into something anyone should admire for the quality and craftsmanship. The few poor reviews I have seen for this movie seem to focus on the fact the movie is not a happy story, well duh. This is the first movie in a long time where I did not predict every plot twist and even after over two hours, I still wanted to see more. If they could have kept the quality up, I could have watched this for four hours. Unlike the latest Indiana Jones movie, this one is worth your $10 to see or $15 if you watch it in IMAX like I did.… Expand

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MittR.Jul 27, 2008

Michael Jai White and Ledger both deserve Oscar nominations and Morgan Freeman has never been better. Tim Burton must be rolling in his grave.

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JacobL.Jul 27, 2008

SPOILERS ALERT!!!!!!! A lot of people including myself are very excited about the Dark Knight and went to go see. After seeing The Dark Knight I was amazed but at the same time a little dissapointed. The beggining of the movie kind of makes SPOILERS ALERT!!!!!!! A lot of people including myself are very excited about the Dark Knight and went to go see. After seeing The Dark Knight I was amazed but at the same time a little dissapointed. The beggining of the movie kind of makes you think you are in for dissapointment. Diaologe is mumbled. The story is confusing and you are probably going to be a little confused. But thankfully all that is not important. What is important is that the joker is turning Gotham upside down. The Joker hogs the spotlight with his stunning performence and constant cause of trouble throughout Gotham. On top of that there are even some plot twists which I don't want to spoil. But, lets just say you are in for some shockers. Despite all these ups there are a few downs. First off the plot is pretty confusing even after the beginning. So be prepared for some head scracthers. In addition the movie appears to going for a cliff hanger ending. However, sadly the conflict is quickly resolved preventing what could've been a great third movie. All and all the Dark Knight will please most audiences even if you haven't seen the first movie. But be warned that you may be dissapointed as I was. Still if you love Batman, plot twists, Batman, and movies all together then grab some popcorn get ready to have a good time.… Expand

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RoryP.Jul 27, 2008

The makers have taken the limp 'comic book realism' of the Batman Begins format and have improved on it. They have done this by shooting on location instead of soundstage, by replacing Katie Holmes with a far more savvy Maggie G, The makers have taken the limp 'comic book realism' of the Batman Begins format and have improved on it. They have done this by shooting on location instead of soundstage, by replacing Katie Holmes with a far more savvy Maggie G, and by creating something genuinely intriguing in the Joker character. Heath Ledger's great performance is bolstered by certain flourishes in the script that display a dark tone beneath the bland 'good Vs eeeVIL' platitudes, one which is quietly playful, and definitly entertaining. While often diverting, I never thought much of the comic book fantasy genre, especially in efforts like Batman Begins (I don't care what people think, a critically admired director and a crop of character actors cannot turn the regular comic staples of leaden dialogue and a man dressed up in a lumbering superhero costume into something approaching realistic drama, no matter how jazzed up they make it.) It is fitting then, to eat my own words, because a chord has been struck in the portrayal of the Joker, that, while never done in a comic book movie before, could only be done in the hyper reality of such a genre. In the hands of Mr. Ledger the image of the character is fantastical and freakish, existing beyond ideals of good and evil, beyond mainstream concepts of humanity and the 'other', beyond...well, ok, he just doesn't give a sh@t. Its the magic element which makes the movie enjoyable, and distracts from the films' points of banality, which are few, but noticable. Batman himself, is boring, you couldn't care less about him. Personally, every time I see him talking/growling in his suit, i want to laugh, which doesn't bode well for the franchise me thinks. His Bat suit is also clearly too cumbersome to wear, especially in the fight scenes with group of gangsters/hoodlums. It takes him forever to punch out one guy. Despite all that, the best comic book film i've seen. Well worth going to the cinema to see.… Expand

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PhilB.Jul 27, 2008

It was enjoyable, but I liked Batman Begins better. Too many events happened without a thorough explanation. The strength of Batman Begins was that it took the time to explain how someone like Batman could exist to the extent that suspension It was enjoyable, but I liked Batman Begins better. Too many events happened without a thorough explanation. The strength of Batman Begins was that it took the time to explain how someone like Batman could exist to the extent that suspension od disbelief was possible. That didn't happen here, especially for the last 30 - 60 minutes. It seemed as if they were trying to jam too many things into one movie. All of this said, I still liked it, and thought it was a worthy enough successor.… Expand

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LuisM.Jul 27, 2008

Heath Ledger delivered a once in a lifetime performance.

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RogBJul 27, 2008

1st half of movie was great - 2nd half was tedious and without focus.

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RamonP.Jul 27, 2008

this was the best movie i ever saw since the godfather... i can not believe that movie can be compaired with the best of holliwood never a heroic movie have a lot of such a good critics, it was brilliant

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KazemE.Jul 27, 2008

One of the best movies that I've ever seen. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. You have to see it in Imax.

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PeteDJul 27, 2008

Absolutely amazing movie. Heath Ledger's performance is stunning, and makes me all the more miserable about his death. Christian Bale as usual is a great actor, along with all the other performances in this movie. I cannot understand Absolutely amazing movie. Heath Ledger's performance is stunning, and makes me all the more miserable about his death. Christian Bale as usual is a great actor, along with all the other performances in this movie. I cannot understand how someone with the name 'The Terminator' could say there is too much violence for his/her taste. You seriously need to change your name, as the only thing you terminate, is your credibility. A zero for a score? This means you think this is one of the worst movies ever made. Your opinion should be rated a '0'. As for the reviewers that rate this movie anything less than 80%, I cannot understand it. This movie is definitely worth AT LEAST 80%. Worse movies have received better ratings than that, and this movie definitely deserves at least 90% in my book. I almost gave it a '10', but I thought, the perfect 10 is nearly unattainable, and there were SOME issues I had with this movie that keep it from being a '10'. All the same, I've seen the movie three times now, so that says a lot about how good this movie is. As a side note, people who rate this movie '0'-'3', had better have some GOOD reasons why it deserves such a low rating. Too much violence, or a beef with a certain actor or actress is NOT a good enough reason. What did you expect the JOKER to do, pull a flower out instead of a knife? And if you hate Batman so much, why are you watching a BATMAN movie? It's like watching a Spiderman movie, but hating Spiderman the whole time. What is the point?… Expand

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ecJul 27, 2008

Just about as good as you could expect an action movie to get. Far better than what could previously be expected from a comic book based film, as a matter of fact, far better than what could previously be expected from any Just about as good as you could expect an action movie to get. Far better than what could previously be expected from a comic book based film, as a matter of fact, far better than what could previously be expected from any action-crime-thriller. Excellent performances by all involved, and especially Heath Ledger, who far surpasses the hype surrounding the film.… Expand

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JacobH.Jul 27, 2008

Some critics are claiming that this is too "sadistic" for their taste. These guys can go see "Batman & Robin" again if TDK is too harsh for them. This is the Batman movie that comic book fans have been waiting for. It's "The Empire Some critics are claiming that this is too "sadistic" for their taste. These guys can go see "Batman & Robin" again if TDK is too harsh for them. This is the Batman movie that comic book fans have been waiting for. It's "The Empire Strikes Back" of superhero movies, and it belongs entirely to the late, great Heath Ledger. Nolan's second masterpiece, alongside Memento.… Expand

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TheJokerJul 27, 2008

Amazing! This film has become my faavourite film of all time.

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RyanS.Jul 26, 2008

Heath Ledger played the Joker how he should have been played for a non animated movie. This is what makes the Joker such a creepy/mysterious character.

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KaylaF.Jul 26, 2008

And although Marc Savlov of the Austin Chronicle gave the movie a 50 out of 100, I'll quote him for his use of words and savor of just how cruel and brilliant The Joker was, "The only thing here that feels truly, utterly alive is And although Marc Savlov of the Austin Chronicle gave the movie a 50 out of 100, I'll quote him for his use of words and savor of just how cruel and brilliant The Joker was, "The only thing here that feels truly, utterly alive is Ledger's maniacal, muttery Joker. The last laugh is his and his alone. It's enough to make you cry." If Savlov meant what I think he meant then I agree. The movie really had very little interest in anything other than The Joker. Ledgers performance is what made this movie what it is. Bale was at most, entertaining. Gyllenhaal was... well better than Holmes. Caine was still good, as was Freeman, but I think it's safe to assume it's because of the respect they've gained in the industry, that we automatically would assume they did well. But Two-Face/Harvey Dent, Aaron Eckhart was not very heroic, or insane in any parts of the movie, and his role as Two-Face (which I was looking forward too) was short lived. The ending was so quick; I was still waiting for something when the credits started to roll. However, like I said, Heath owns this. The action I felt was great, the sick humor was there, and I got teary eyed a little at the end. So yes, this movie is going straight to my heart and onto my shelves. I think everyone, everyone should see this. But I think people should stop praising it, and approach it realistically, because as amazing and breathtaking, and short of nothing than spectacular, that it is... It was still just a movie, with as many flaws as one. The movie struck fear into people, and it made the rooms around us slightly darker, made our lives just slightly grimmer. In succeeded tremendously in producing a fowl and tainted environment for the viewer. The movie will no doubt live on though history as one of the most cinematic accomplishments ever fathomed. Partially for the mark Heath Ledger placed upon it with his death, but also because of the shear trauma many actually felt from watching this. To put it short, I… Expand

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JoshMJul 26, 2008

This movie was great, way better than Iron man. I haven't seen Batman Begins yet, so that might have been what made the beginning of the movie a little confusing. But "the dark knight" is one of the best movies I've seen this year. This movie was great, way better than Iron man. I haven't seen Batman Begins yet, so that might have been what made the beginning of the movie a little confusing. But "the dark knight" is one of the best movies I've seen this year. even people who don't like superhero movies will like this, because it is a true crime thriller. Heath Ledger's performance was incredible.… Expand

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MikhailRJul 26, 2008

In short, a masterpiece. Every single actor and acrtess brought their absolute best, especially Ledger. Harvey Dent's and Joker's characters were perfectly pulled off, and the storyline could not be more twisted. I was on the edge In short, a masterpiece. Every single actor and acrtess brought their absolute best, especially Ledger. Harvey Dent's and Joker's characters were perfectly pulled off, and the storyline could not be more twisted. I was on the edge of my seat for the entire movie, even the dialogue couldn't lose my interest. I strongly reccomend that you do NOT bring any drinks with you into the theatre, because I had to leave and use the bathroom, and that broke the train of the movie. If you gave the first movie anything higher then 2 stars, you absolutely MUST see this movie. If your new to the series, see it anyway. An absolute must-see.… Expand

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AshleyH.Jul 26, 2008

This movie was awesome, but it was really slow in the beginning. it was definitely heath ledgers best film.

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ChrisM.Jul 26, 2008

This beautifully acted and portrayed thriller succeedsany expectation i ever had on the movie. heath ledgers acting is just phenominal and stunningly perfect!

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MaxB.Jul 26, 2008

Dark Knight was good, but not, in my opinion, epic and revolutionary as many critics believe. I expect their lofty opinion of the film has something to do with Ledger's death - he really has been showered with undue praise - his Dark Knight was good, but not, in my opinion, epic and revolutionary as many critics believe. I expect their lofty opinion of the film has something to do with Ledger's death - he really has been showered with undue praise - his performance was nothing out of the ordinary if you ask me. Also, it was so consistently depressing. Nothing good ever happened. It was just bad after bad after bad. Joker blows something up, Batman shouts a little, Joker blows something else up, etc etc. Makes for a very depressing film. What is it with superhero films and doing what I like to call "a Spiderman"? By that I mean, they're no longer what they should be - force of unquestionable good (Batman) faces off against force of unquestionable evil and chaos (Joker). Now it's all "Oh, Batman and the Joker aren't that different really" and "Batman's kind of a villain, if you look at it this way..." No he damn well isn't. Sorry, but that plot has been beaten to death by the three Spiderman films already. Also, God it went on for about half an hour longer than it needed to. And another thing, how did the Joker sneak all that explosive into a working hospital? I know security in those places is light, but geez, you'd think they'd notice some guy dressed in makeup and a purple suit sneaking oil drums and plastic explosives into a hospital. And talk about short notice - he must have done that in a few hours. I know I'm being picky but eh... It was good, it just doesn't deserve all this universal praise it's getting.… Expand

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SteveF.Jul 26, 2008

Great performance by Ledger! Almost perfect action movie but at times I felt that two many characters and ideas were introduced at once. The movie could have been edited a little shorter

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EdRJul 26, 2008

Hyped up as the best superhero movie of them all, and it certainly has a good go at that. Christian Bale's Batman/Wayne is once again helped by good cop Gary Oldman, and now by the new DA Harvey Dent, played in a typically smarmy manner Hyped up as the best superhero movie of them all, and it certainly has a good go at that. Christian Bale's Batman/Wayne is once again helped by good cop Gary Oldman, and now by the new DA Harvey Dent, played in a typically smarmy manner by Aaron Eckhart, as he tries to rid Gotham's streets of Mafia grime. But no one cares about that, do they? It's Heath Ledger's Joker who is the selling point here, the role that perhaps destroyed Ledger serving as his final contribution to cinema. Unfortunately, it's a letdown. Ledger is effective, avoiding the theatricals to produce a twitching, cunning villain, but in not going over the top he also fails to ever really light up the screen. He instead manages a kind of strange form of scene-stealing: when he's onscreen, he is not magnetic, or brilliant, but when he's offscreen the film seems to be building up to his next appearance, promising the whole time that something BIG is going to happen any minute now. However, while there are plenty of BIG car chases, fights in abandoned warehouses, motorcycle stunts and contrived techno-action, the film feels hollow. The Joker is a wasted opportunity, with that cracked facade of smudged make-up disguising, apparently, pretty much nothing. Instead of being the complex, twisted maniac the film believes he is, Ledger's Joker is merely some crazy guy. Only on one or two occasions is there a hint that the character is being fleshed out, but these turn out to be red herrings, which are clumsily turned into a strange, terrible running gag - he otherwise has no personality or identity beyond the evil clown act. His only motive for his complicated, ambitious and destructive schemes appears to be that he likes being evil; this just smacks of pure laziness on the part of the film. When a series which, in its impressive first film, created a dark, complex world and peopled it with characters of similar depth and unpredictability tries to fob its audience off with a character like this, there is something seriously wrong. Cillian Murphy's menacing doctor, a highlight of the first film, makes a brief, silly cameo appearance at the start of this one, and serves as a reminder of what could have been. Aside from Ledger, the rest of the cast do a decent job; Bale is growing into the role of Batman just as his Bruce Wayne does the same here, and the film does have more success when it concentrates on the efforts of Bale, Oldman and Eckhart to fight Gotham's spreading crime. However, there are still plot holes and loose ends which go unresolved, bizarre omissions and, worst of all, occasional inexplicable events - in one scene, a character shoots the driver of the car he is travelling in, in order to kill the other passenger, but despite not appearing to leave the car himself before it crashes, he is in perfectly good health the next time he appears onscreen. This is just one example of the lazy editing and plotting which plague the film. There are some plus points, in that the effects can't be faulted - and certainly not the superb production design - and most of the action scenes are well-handled. Indeed, the film doesn't really seem overlong at two-and-a-half hours, rattling along at a good pace and throwing up plenty of surprises. Maybe I am being harsh in my criticism, as Christopher Nolan has fashioned an entertaining film which outdoes most genre efforts; but am I not right to have expected something more than just a superior action film?… Expand

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MikeP.Jul 26, 2008

Superb, left me in a bit of quandary as to weather I'd actually liked it or was just blown away by the movie, it has so much going on and has so many levels that if you approach it like a regular superhero movie you will be struggling Superb, left me in a bit of quandary as to weather I'd actually liked it or was just blown away by the movie, it has so much going on and has so many levels that if you approach it like a regular superhero movie you will be struggling to keep up, a real treat, a must see again and again movie.… Expand

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CloseToTheEndButFarFromTheFallJul 26, 2008

Insanity comes to mind when recapping the forces at work in this movie, from the anarchy caused by The Joker, to the combative string of tries at order; all end in more insanity. The story as some have said is predictable, but this only Insanity comes to mind when recapping the forces at work in this movie, from the anarchy caused by The Joker, to the combative string of tries at order; all end in more insanity. The story as some have said is predictable, but this only becomes clear when you step out of the theater, for the intense action keeps you none the wiser of even the most obvious plot twists. You can't blame a writer from writing persuasively, nor can you blame the story in this film from living up to the batman storyline we all know and love. Prediction is not a quality i would dare use to rate against a movie, if anything it helps you cope with the intensity. Maybe I'm just looking at the negatives people mention and flipping it like a coin, but who can claim its not a matter of perspective.… Expand

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SlobadonT.Jul 26, 2008

Amazing, kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time, couldn't have been better.

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aaronrJul 26, 2008

don't normally dig the summer blockbuster type movies...but i dug this one because of that nice heath ledger fellow...he explodes in every scene from beginning to end...his intro into the movie blew my mind...even when the jokerdon't normally dig the summer blockbuster type movies...but i dug this one because of that nice heath ledger fellow...he explodes in every scene from beginning to end...his intro into the movie blew my mind...even when the joker wasn't in a scene i couldn't stop thinking about what he was up to...riveting...will never look at a pencil the same way again...awards for him will be given...too bad that they had to have all those scenes with that rich guy in a bat suit grunting around… Expand

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AndrewR.Jul 26, 2008

Phenomenal, best movie of the year if not best movie of the past 9 years.

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MarioC.Jul 26, 2008

This movie sets new standards for superheroes movies. Finally an adult take on supes, and not the usual brainless kiddie stuff of, as an example, J.Schumacher's Batman or whichever Marvel movie. Not for children tough.

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jaeqJul 26, 2008

I'd give it between an 85-89. Much darker than the original. One of the biggest issues I had was how they changed up the actor for Rachel, it just kinda makes it harder to get into for me, cause you know its a completely different I'd give it between an 85-89. Much darker than the original. One of the biggest issues I had was how they changed up the actor for Rachel, it just kinda makes it harder to get into for me, cause you know its a completely different person, the Joker was pretty unique and I think Heath Ledger did a really good job. The 2-face sideplot was pretty sketchy, I think the change was way too sudden and seemed pretty unrealistic with human nature. *SPOILER*He wouldn't shoot the Joker who was obviously the primary reason for what happened, but he shoots batman and tries to shoot Gordon??? and with Morgan Freeman's character, he quits because batman hooked up a sonar system that invaded peoples privacy for a day when the city was in a crisis state????*SPOILER* There's some plot flaws, otherwise it could have easily been a 9.5.… Expand

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MikeW.Jul 26, 2008

Amazing. One of the most entertaining, well-crafted films in the modern era and easily the best comic book/superhero adaption ever. Despite a stellar cast, Ledger rises above and is spellbinding in his perfectly conceived, original Amazing. One of the most entertaining, well-crafted films in the modern era and easily the best comic book/superhero adaption ever. Despite a stellar cast, Ledger rises above and is spellbinding in his perfectly conceived, original interpretation of the Joker. Bale again perfectly channels the quiet rage of Batman. Oldman, Freeman, and Eckhardt are all fantastic in their roles. Gyllenhaal is a definite upgrade over Katie Holmes. Nolan has created the definitive vision of Batman's universe and has brought more realism, philosophy, and poetry to a comic book character than previously thought possible. Balancing the depth of his themes with spectacularly executed action sequences, Nolan has produced a masterpiece. Looking forward to Nolan's third installment!… Expand

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AngelaS.Jul 26, 2008

Full disclosure - I am not much of a fan of comic book movies in general, nor batman movies in particular. But don't be fooled by the costumes, this is much, much more than a comic book movie. Nolan's direction is so deft, the Full disclosure - I am not much of a fan of comic book movies in general, nor batman movies in particular. But don't be fooled by the costumes, this is much, much more than a comic book movie. Nolan's direction is so deft, the acting so brilliant, the dialogue so well written, that ten minutes into the film I forgot that I was watching a comic book movie. This movie gives us an exploration of duality, dark v. light, good v. evil, id v. superego, wrapped in a fantastically entertaining package.… Expand

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10

FabioC.Jul 26, 2008

Outstanding... simply the best superhero movie ever filmed... we can easily find the very best of 70 years of batman comic book stories in this movie. All the actors did an excellent job (Ledger in particular IMHO overshadowed Outstanding... simply the best superhero movie ever filmed... we can easily find the very best of 70 years of batman comic book stories in this movie. All the actors did an excellent job (Ledger in particular IMHO overshadowed Nicholson's Joker), and Nolan direction was terrific. Great story, fantastic pace to keep you glued to your seat. Most realistic superhero movie ever seen. This movie sets new standards for the genre. P-E-R-F-E-C-T.… Expand

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10

JasonN.Jul 26, 2008

To the ironically named "Terminator", why complain about the violence. This isn't Power Rangers as the preview alone could tell you. I thought the movie was excellent, though I would agree with one reviewer that said you might leave the To the ironically named "Terminator", why complain about the violence. This isn't Power Rangers as the preview alone could tell you. I thought the movie was excellent, though I would agree with one reviewer that said you might leave the cinema a bit exhausted.… Expand

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