The Dark Knight

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peteC.Jul 26, 2008

I was the victim of the marketing campain. I payed 9 euros and left at the half of the movie dissapointed. Ledger performance looks good but probably overrated by his premature death. This movie, like many other hollywoodian productions is I was the victim of the marketing campain. I payed 9 euros and left at the half of the movie dissapointed. Ledger performance looks good but probably overrated by his premature death. This movie, like many other hollywoodian productions is nothing else than a capitalist excentricity with no artistic and cinematical value.… Expand

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WilliamTJul 26, 2008

The Dark Knight is grittier, darker, more intense and absolutely more thrilling than Batman Begins. And believe the hype; Heath Ledger plays to Joker to perfection. If you liked the original or just want a suspensful action movie you MUST The Dark Knight is grittier, darker, more intense and absolutely more thrilling than Batman Begins. And believe the hype; Heath Ledger plays to Joker to perfection. If you liked the original or just want a suspensful action movie you MUST give this a view. But be warned: it's not called the DARK Knight for nothing.… Expand

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ShrutiJ.Jul 26, 2008

This movie is very entertaining, fast-paced, and has a brilliant performance by all of the actors.

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ChrisB.Jul 26, 2008

Best film ever, never thought I'd ever say that about a comic book movie!

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NikkoC.Jul 25, 2008

It's good - tick. Yes it's dark - comparatively - tick. Heath Ledger is very good too - undeniably so. I fear however that it falls short of a great film due to the American notions of subtlety differing from those abroad - in It's good - tick. Yes it's dark - comparatively - tick. Heath Ledger is very good too - undeniably so. I fear however that it falls short of a great film due to the American notions of subtlety differing from those abroad - in pockets. Certainly it was less allegory than sledgehammer metaphors for terrorism and I was uncomfortable that the thematic intention of the ending seemed to be a condoning of what really amounts (although this is hinted at in the film in fairness elsewhere) to reverse-terroroism and hypcrisy of the worst kind. That is not me getting personal, rather it is black and white and slapping you in the face throughout the film.... funnily enough though, this is probably equally the film's strongest suit. It is intelligent cinema and watertight allegory/metaphor for stateside audiences that I think helps audiences there achieve some sort of catharsis due to 9/11 that as a neutral and openminded person I cannot totally relate to - or rather, choose wisely not to. The trouble is.... I can't help think Nolan's thematic assessment at the end is wrong. And this grates with me..... however it is a cut above any other superhero movie made, albeit that it is extremely pious and serious at times (only occasionally managing the quips and humour that made Batman Begins so accessile and smart). Also, at times Bale sounds like someone doing a Clint Eastwood impersonation - an exaggerated one, with a megaphone. At the end of the day it could have been a masterpiece if he had made it for the most discerning of viewers, such as Nolan himself, but there is pandering and thus the odd insult to one's intelligence. Without wanting to sound like an ahole though, it is clear from the reviews this is (somehow) being passed off as Shakespearian poetry.... sorry, but not outside of the US. These themes were already being processed elsewhere, resolved and learned from as early 2002/3..... its old hash. We know you became monsters, we know the face of the enemy is one void of the kind of simple motivations of greed that plague the west or rather have been replaced by a simpler one (the desire for chaos and destruction as a noble pursuit), we know that the US by compromising became that which they hated etc etc..... look, this was already well established and obvious when the USA was voting Bush in again four years ago.... (and people like me were crying into the palms of our hands that the most powerful country on earth was also clearly the most self-gratified and dumbest) The Bush who is now a lame duck President and set back East-West relations about five hundred years. Sorry, but you need to be smarter and more insightful and then the height of the nation's entertainment (the very gd Dark Knight) could be a masterpiece and a superb piece of intellelectual visual poetry. But it is not - not quite. It looks fantastic though. It is a great movie. It is however only being reviewed as a masterpiece, it is not actually one. That is fact. Not opinion. :)… Expand

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TroyA.Jul 25, 2008

I saw this Movie on Friday the 25. Wow. What a great movie. Wonderful job by all.

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ElaineJ.Jul 25, 2008

This movie was entertaining but after all the hype I was disappointed. Very little screen time for Batman. Maggie Gyllenhall, a good actress, was miscast. The editiing and the dialogue left a lot to be desired. Heath Ledger was good and This movie was entertaining but after all the hype I was disappointed. Very little screen time for Batman. Maggie Gyllenhall, a good actress, was miscast. The editiing and the dialogue left a lot to be desired. Heath Ledger was good and deserves the praises he has received for playing a strange deranged character.… Expand

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BibliotechaS.Jul 25, 2008

Bullshit. No one would waste that much money to fight crime. So many things destroyed. How could anyone tolerate such loses. This is the real reason why I think Batman wanted to quit. It had nothing to do with remaining hidden. The story is flawed.

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RonaldoD.Jul 25, 2008

Great script, awesome action, and a stellar performance by Ledger! If it weren't for the Batman's forced hoarse voice, I would have given this film a perfect 10.

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JimR.Jul 25, 2008

It felt like a tape loop that was boring, repetitive, and would never end. That said, Mr. ledger was wonderful, and it had various ups. It needed HUMOR. Where's Iron Man ?

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ChrisK.Jul 25, 2008

I'm confused at how some people are classing this film as 'gory' or a 'slasher'. At least in the version on release in the UK i don't remember any graphic violence. Fighting, sure. Two Face is the only vaguely I'm confused at how some people are classing this film as 'gory' or a 'slasher'. At least in the version on release in the UK i don't remember any graphic violence. Fighting, sure. Two Face is the only vaguely gory thing i can remember, usually most of the graphic content is removed by timed camera switches (Jokers introduction, 'why so serious', even gun shots). The gore level is no worse than you would find on Saturday Afternoon Television. Think A-Team (ok, A-Team with people dying). The only way I can even concieve this being a 'slasher' is that the Joker largely uses knives.. Anyway, gripes of the clueless aside. Ledger was amazing, and the film on the whole is probably the best film i've seen this year.… Expand

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SteveJ.Jul 25, 2008

Exactly what one would expect from the highest quality films in existence.

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NicholasF.Jul 25, 2008

One of the best movies I have ever seen. I will remember Heath Ledger as a god.

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BenJul 25, 2008

The movie was amazing. What can you say about Ledger as the Joker. Perfect. I compare his performance to Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow because nobody else can fill those shoes. He was the perfect cast to be the Joker, and never again The movie was amazing. What can you say about Ledger as the Joker. Perfect. I compare his performance to Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow because nobody else can fill those shoes. He was the perfect cast to be the Joker, and never again will we ever see such a Joker as with this film. I am tired of the critics who say this movie is too dark and not funny enough. Stop comparing this Batman series to past Batman movies. The idea of these 2 Batman movies was to make it darker and more serious, so please, critics, stop knocking this movie for not being what other Batman movies were like. You all sound like the Joker.....Why so serious?… Expand

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MeghanG.Jul 25, 2008

I think this movie is brilliant. It was a nearly three hour movie that left you wanting more. A villian equal, if not better than Batman. The Dark Knight is full of action, emotion, and shows humanity their darker side. I saw it three times I think this movie is brilliant. It was a nearly three hour movie that left you wanting more. A villian equal, if not better than Batman. The Dark Knight is full of action, emotion, and shows humanity their darker side. I saw it three times already, and plan to see it again. Heath Ledger performance as The Joker was amazing and made me mourn all over again at the loss of such a talented and brilliant actor.… Expand

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MikeR.Jul 25, 2008

Cool movie. Heath will be missed. He was soooo entertaining to watch.

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TaraS.Jul 25, 2008

The movie was well acted, directed, made and edited.

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TheTroutJul 25, 2008

A massive step up from Nolan's well-meaning but ultimately flawed Batman Begins. Ledger is obviously the show stealer, as a deranged, mob-connected, terrorist incarnation of Bruce Wayne's iconic nemesis. Whats surprising is the A massive step up from Nolan's well-meaning but ultimately flawed Batman Begins. Ledger is obviously the show stealer, as a deranged, mob-connected, terrorist incarnation of Bruce Wayne's iconic nemesis. Whats surprising is the overall feel of the movie, which evokes feelings of terror and helplessness similar to those of the early days after 9/11. Evocative cinematography and excellent wardrobing seal the deal. Despite the film being a half hour too long, this is one of the few films of 2008 worth your hard earned $10.… Expand

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JonathanQ.Jul 25, 2008

superb - forget the negative reviews - if you liked Batman Begins, you must watch this - the joker's performance is brilliant and outstrips Nicholson's portrayal. Granted - it is long and it does feel like it is running into a superb - forget the negative reviews - if you liked Batman Begins, you must watch this - the joker's performance is brilliant and outstrips Nicholson's portrayal. Granted - it is long and it does feel like it is running into a second movie toward the end but the time flies by. Great casting, story and just a joy to watch. The review which sums it up succinctly - 'Dark and exciting'… Expand

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BenM.Jul 25, 2008

Spectacular. The moral issues this film raises is intriguing, the surprises and twists will have you enthralled, and all the actors officially bring their A-game to the table. Heath Ledger provides one of the most impressive performances in Spectacular. The moral issues this film raises is intriguing, the surprises and twists will have you enthralled, and all the actors officially bring their A-game to the table. Heath Ledger provides one of the most impressive performances in filming history, in one of the best films of the modern era. A word of advice for all who haven't seen this movie yet - do not pay attention to any of the so called 'professional' reviewers who rate this poorly. Their reasons for doing so seem to be because the movie isn't 'fun' enough. Well, it isn't meant to be 'fun'; it's supposed to make you think about what good and evil really is, amongst other social issues. Flawless - a truly genre-defining film.… Expand

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nikunjM.Jul 25, 2008

this is a very good movie.After lord of the rings this is the movie i liked very much.really amazing

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MZJul 25, 2008

Kept you on the edge of your seat but failed to knock you off it. bad editing and a storyline that flailed all over the room, a dissapointing follow up to Batman Begins

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EmelyL.Jul 25, 2008

I've seen the movie two times, and i'll definetely see it again. It's one of the best movies i've ever seen. I agree with an Oscar nomination for Heath. You can never notice him on the film; it's the pure Joker. In I've seen the movie two times, and i'll definetely see it again. It's one of the best movies i've ever seen. I agree with an Oscar nomination for Heath. You can never notice him on the film; it's the pure Joker. In general, all the perfomances were splendid. The visual effects and the music are amazing too. I'd recommend that film. Greetings from Venezuela.… Expand

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TheTerminatorJul 25, 2008

What happened to the Batman character as he appeared to be 3rd string in this very dark homicidal tribute to Heath Ledger AKA The Joker. No one cared about Batman as Heath Ledger was so perverted that all eyes were rivited on him. This movie What happened to the Batman character as he appeared to be 3rd string in this very dark homicidal tribute to Heath Ledger AKA The Joker. No one cared about Batman as Heath Ledger was so perverted that all eyes were rivited on him. This movie is NOT appropriate for young children. Very little humor and way too much violence for my taste.… Expand

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PGJul 25, 2008

This is the perfect, perhaps last, glimpse at the brilliant talent of a great actor. Heath Ledger "upstages" an impressive cast of successful actors in a memorable performance that makes the movie re-watchable. This is the best movie of the year.

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CarlosM.Jul 25, 2008

The Dark Knight is a great great first rate crime thriller. The one thing this is not is a superhero movie. This is an epic crime saga. From the rise and fall of Harvey Dent to the very personal war between Batman and The Joker the film The Dark Knight is a great great first rate crime thriller. The one thing this is not is a superhero movie. This is an epic crime saga. From the rise and fall of Harvey Dent to the very personal war between Batman and The Joker the film takes you on an emotion and adrenaline fuelled ride for 2 and a half hours. And the last laugh truly is the Joker's in a non typical hollywood ending. Heath Ledger stands out in every scene and delivers a truly iconic performance and give us a villain for the 21st century (an oscar has never been more deserved). Also a special shout for Christopher Nolan has worked wonders yet again on a franchise that looked dead. 10/10 The best movie since The Departed… Expand

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CiaranC.Jul 25, 2008

What more could you ask for from any movie?! Just a shame Heath Ledger can't resume the role again, he may have made it his own forever! Lived up to it's HEAT comparison

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RangeboyJul 25, 2008

Saw preview in UK last night after reading all the hype surrounding it. Preferred Batman Begins, it seemed like a TV cop show in placess, not enought of the Scarecrow, did he like die or just disappear? Ledger's Joker is no way as good Saw preview in UK last night after reading all the hype surrounding it. Preferred Batman Begins, it seemed like a TV cop show in placess, not enought of the Scarecrow, did he like die or just disappear? Ledger's Joker is no way as good as Jack's in the Tim Burton film and is it just me or does he act and sound exactlly like Herman Munster? A big underachievement, far fetched, confusing, boring, Bale's embaressing Batman 'voice' , I could go on...… Expand

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RandyY.Jul 24, 2008

possibly the best superhero movie of all time. I wanted to see it since i saw the first trailer and i wasn't disappointed Heath Ledger deserves an Oscar!

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AnonymousMCJul 24, 2008

Heath Ledger and the shots of the city are great. Everything else was pointless and incoherent. To many bombs and explosions. The movie can be compared to "the Wanted" in this way, I guess with its exaggeration of action and the only goodHeath Ledger and the shots of the city are great. Everything else was pointless and incoherent. To many bombs and explosions. The movie can be compared to "the Wanted" in this way, I guess with its exaggeration of action and the only good thing being the supporting actor (Ledger in "Dark Knight"; Jolie in "the Wanted"). The martial arts would've been cool if you could see it (its shortened, zoomed in and the dark). Every scene is meaningless, and some could've had meaning if they weren't truncated. I guess Nolan wasn't trying to do that he just wants to make sure you walk away overwhelmed with nothing but wow there were so many explosions and Heath Ledger's Joker is scary. But, so what.… Expand

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ChristopherJ.Jul 24, 2008

Let's do the math: how did I add up to 6 points? I'm giving the movie 5 points for the Heath Ledgers acting, alone. I'll give 1 point for Bale, Gyllenhaal, Oldman, and Caine each. Minus one point for the script going back to Let's do the math: how did I add up to 6 points? I'm giving the movie 5 points for the Heath Ledgers acting, alone. I'll give 1 point for Bale, Gyllenhaal, Oldman, and Caine each. Minus one point for the script going back to "comic-booky" after the significant departure therefrom in the first movie. Where did the Joker get all his power? I found it difficult to believe that he could maintain power to garner his apparent influence and lack of vulnerability. His character was written without the dimensions that Bruce Wayne had in Batman Begins. And why did they use CG on Two Face? It was simply distracting: minus one point for that. And I didn't like the lines for Eckhart's Harvey Dent: minus one. Otherwise the movie had a good amount of darkness and intensity, which I enjoyed. But it also seemed both a bit repetitive (violence against look-a-like Batman's and Joker giving speeches) and was kind of hard to follow (like when Batman was using his cell-phone-sonar vision). That vision gimmick seemed like a pointless reach, too.… Expand

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DanielP.Jul 24, 2008

An astonishingly well-made film--one that surpasses the term "superhero movie". It's a mature look into what it means to be a hero in a world full of villains. What does a hero mean to the common people? Where can the line be drawn? How An astonishingly well-made film--one that surpasses the term "superhero movie". It's a mature look into what it means to be a hero in a world full of villains. What does a hero mean to the common people? Where can the line be drawn? How do they fit into the chaos of the world? These are the questions this film is unafraid to ask. Beyond that, it's a fantastic crime saga, with a thrilling and complex plot. The cinematography is fantastic as well, with some of the most memorable sequences of recent years. Not to mention, the action is miles beyond that of Batman Begins. And it's all topped off with incredible performances with some of the cream of the crop of the acting scene, with the highlight being Heath Ledger's truly mesmerizing turn as the Joker. Frightening and unforgettable.… Expand

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UrivJul 24, 2008

this is by far the best superhero movie i have ever seen. with all the talk about heath ledger (who, incredibly, put jack nicholson's joker to shame), i just want to throw in a thumbs up for twoface. This film is deep. the way the this is by far the best superhero movie i have ever seen. with all the talk about heath ledger (who, incredibly, put jack nicholson's joker to shame), i just want to throw in a thumbs up for twoface. This film is deep. the way the writers wove (very subtly, i might add) the two-sided coin theme into every facet of the movie was nothing short of brilliance. everything down to the last detail was 50-50. However, the movie is such a maniacal rollercoaster ride that you only realize this when you wake up the next morning, wanting to see it again.… Expand

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GrantC.Jul 24, 2008

The Dark Knight is the new gold standard for comic book superhero movies. This definitely ain't your freindly neighborhood Spiderman. THis movie is dark and serious, but it is also a ton of fun. Heath Ledger is wickedly funny as the The Dark Knight is the new gold standard for comic book superhero movies. This definitely ain't your freindly neighborhood Spiderman. THis movie is dark and serious, but it is also a ton of fun. Heath Ledger is wickedly funny as the Joker. He gets my vote for best supporting actor. Well worth the price of admission even if I did have to sit throught 30 minutes of comercials before the movie started. Now I remember why it's been five years since I've set foot in a movie theater.… Expand

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AMovieCriticJul 24, 2008

Not as much a superhero movie as a crime drama, a really good movie and with excellent performances. Ledger was of course excellent and disturbing as the Joker, but who REALLY stole the show (in my opinion) was Aaron Ackhart as Harvey Dent, Not as much a superhero movie as a crime drama, a really good movie and with excellent performances. Ledger was of course excellent and disturbing as the Joker, but who REALLY stole the show (in my opinion) was Aaron Ackhart as Harvey Dent, who, without giving away anything, gave an amazing and memorable performance both in the first 2/3 of the movie....and the final 3rd, really, REALLY intense performance there. Pretty much everyone had their moments. The only flaw I'd give is that I wish Gotham City retained the really cool look it had in the last movie (it reminded me of Midgar from FF7...in The Dark Knight it looked just a hell of a lot like Chicago) and that Bruce Wayne himself didn't get a ton of screen time. I also thought the finale, which good, wasn't exactly as thrilling as the train fight in the 1st movie. Still, excellent, really good stuff.… Expand

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AnonymousMCJul 24, 2008

Absolutely flawless. Unrivaled for its type of film. I've seen it at a art theatre and in IMAX and its worth it to see the latter.
Ledger deserves an oscar for the best performance since anthony hopkins in silence of the lambs as aAbsolutely flawless. Unrivaled for its type of film. I've seen it at a art theatre and in IMAX and its worth it to see the latter.
Ledger deserves an oscar for the best performance since anthony hopkins in silence of the lambs as a villain. Just go see it you'll want to see it twice as soon as its over.… Expand

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Charlie?Jul 24, 2008

Some of the best acting and storytelling I have ever seen. Every second you spend not watching this movie is a second wasted.

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P.S.Jul 24, 2008

Best movie ever.

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BrandonSmithJul 24, 2008

Batman Begins was terrible, and Bale brings his same I'm-so-cool "acting" into this one. I miss Michael Keaton.

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KatherineF.Jul 24, 2008

Long, overstuffed, incoherent, boring, predictable.

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AndrewP.Jul 24, 2008

Decent film but overly long and predictable. Don't believe the hype.

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ZachC.Jul 24, 2008

The negative reviews of this movie, though some are worded more eloquently than others, seem to all point to the same things- it's too brainy, to confusing (?), too long. I feel some degree of sympathy for those people, but to a greater The negative reviews of this movie, though some are worded more eloquently than others, seem to all point to the same things- it's too brainy, to confusing (?), too long. I feel some degree of sympathy for those people, but to a greater degree I'm frustrated. This movie is NOT too long, in fact I've never experienced a faster two and a half hours in front of a screen. It is as diverse, intricately woven and demanding as anything I've seen this decade but too say it is confusing or too brainy for it's own good is a digression back into the pathetic archetypes that we've drawn for movies since the "Comic-book blockbuster" came to be. The Dark Knight is terrifyingly brilliant in accomplishing what it set out to do. Forget Burton's alien, museum labyrinth of a Gotham City and Schumaker's over camped, neon dump of a pair of sequels, this Batman has a soul. While it IS insanely fun (action scenes don't get any better, folks), it is also liberated from the torturous routine of CGI macabre and given wings inside the deep, dark blues and blacks of a Gotham under siege. Ledger's performance is one for the books, part Jack Nicholson ala the Shining and Punk-Rock eccentrics, he takes volatile to unfathomable depths. And while the late actor's portrayal is perhaps the most valued performance in the film, it is measurable only by the strength of the actors around him and rest assured, they're moving mountains. Bale is wonderfully tortured as Batman. He is scarred and worn thin both physically and emotionally, searching for some catharsis while walking the tight rope between heroism and villainy himself. Oldman delivers virtue as believably as any before him as the newly appointed commissioner. Cane and Freeman, the most veteran of the bunch, both act as a double headed creature of fatherly wisdom, challenging and yet reinforcing Wayne/Batman to take the higher road and weigh the costs of his war. Maggie Gyllenhal is a welcome relief to Katie Holmes and comes through with a Rachel Dawes who is confident though not without vulnerability. And then Aaron Eckhart is absolutely the unsung hero of the film, waxing ethical integrity before falling into the shadows and discarding his own legacy as the white knight. This film has not only shattered the idea of what a "Super-hero" film should be, it is also imaginative in taking the best of Crime ala Michael Mann's Heat and the dramatic pull of a classic tragedy. The summer blockbuster has now been redefined in the bold narrative scope of Christopher Nolan. Forget the blundering, paper-tiger of an epic like Spiderman-3, the Dark Knight is out to take names and while its demands on the viewer run high, what you get in return is more than worth the price of admission. This truly is a stirring piece of art.… Expand

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HarewV.Jul 24, 2008

Overlong, muddled, and verbose, although the bat-bike is cool. Hardly a worthy follow-up to Begins. Bring back the Scarecrow, I say!

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NickP.Jul 24, 2008

One of the best movies this year. Maybe this decade. It transcends the genre. Its full of complexity. I saw it twice the first time it was somewhat confusing. But, after you watch it a second time it is not confusing no more. It filled with One of the best movies this year. Maybe this decade. It transcends the genre. Its full of complexity. I saw it twice the first time it was somewhat confusing. But, after you watch it a second time it is not confusing no more. It filled with intricate story the will leave you speechless. I recommend seeing it a second time if you didn't understand it. You can dwelve into the dialogue more and helps the story come all together into a near masterpiece.… Expand

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P.S.Jul 24, 2008

Best movie ever.

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BrendenS.Jul 24, 2008

I honestly had no interest in watching the first movie, Batman Begins, when it first released (or months after it made it to DVD). But when I heard they were making a sequel, and people were actually getting excited I figured that I had to I honestly had no interest in watching the first movie, Batman Begins, when it first released (or months after it made it to DVD). But when I heard they were making a sequel, and people were actually getting excited I figured that I had to check the first out. I had to say, I was impressed. I was expecting the humorous (yet unfunny) Batman movies from the George Clooney days, and was given a darker, more violent, and an even grittier Batman than I was used to. So I went to go see this one. I came into this movie with high hopes but a little cautious. I always felt that the Joker (while probably Batman's number one arch-nemesis in the comics) was the opposite of the more menacing bad guys that I expected from a hero-villain clash. In the Dark Knight, I was met with a creepier, more disturbing version of the Joker. And I must say that Heath Ledger really made it that way for me. I really got the psychological instability of the character rather than the odd-ball, "got to take over the world" version of the Joker that many people probably envision when thinking of the Joker. Honestly, I never thought that a comic book movie would possibly have a chance at movie of the year, but there may be a shot in this one. And there are definitely going to be some awards for cast and crew members of this one.… Expand

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EricV.Jul 24, 2008

This movie was one of the most amazing pictures I've seen all year. It was unparalled in the acting ability portrayed in the film.

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PatrickJul 23, 2008

The acting was excellent, and it did have some good plot twists. But the action was blurry and the movie was confusing (like Nolan's previous work: Memento) because scenes are placed in a seemingly random order, and the entire thing The acting was excellent, and it did have some good plot twists. But the action was blurry and the movie was confusing (like Nolan's previous work: Memento) because scenes are placed in a seemingly random order, and the entire thing ends up feeling jumbled up. Characters also seem to disappear from one place to another in a second. First they'll be in a hospital, and next they're on top of a building. The entire thing is overdone, and most of it feels unessecary. Plus, the film it impossible to sit through since it pretty dull and way overlong. I mean, its like 3 hours long… Expand

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DawgFanJul 23, 2008

Transcendent masterpiece.

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kenanH.Jul 23, 2008

I had never watched a movie more than once in a theater, until the dark knight. The movie was a masterpiece. Heath Ledger is the only actor that has ever given me goosebumps. He is brilliant.

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JosephAccettaJul 23, 2008

I was completely in disbelief of all the hype. But it's true: This is an excellent, excellent movie.

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AlexJul 23, 2008

The movie was excellently written, and the most enjoyable part of the film was Ledger's performance of the maniacal "Joker". I would've enjoyed if he had more screen time, but nevertheless, the movie was excellent. The movie The movie was excellently written, and the most enjoyable part of the film was Ledger's performance of the maniacal "Joker". I would've enjoyed if he had more screen time, but nevertheless, the movie was excellent. The movie wasn't really about Batman at all, but more about Gotham City as a whole. Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gylenhaal, Christian Bale, Heath Ledger and Gary Oldman were all magnificent, and the worst part of all is that three of those great actors won't be able to be in a third edition. The movie was not that violent, but I still think it is not for children. The movie is too psychological and dramatic to be even understood by the child mind. How Christopher Nolan discovers the "Joker" in everyone is remarkable and award-worthy. The movie will sure be remembered by all as a masterpiece.… Expand

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ChadShiiraJul 23, 2008

A Batman for the ages? No. Brokeback Joker in medical professional drag playing clinical terrorist unnerves like a Robin Cook hospital thriller, but it doesn't out-evil the Nazi overtones of Jack's Joker(Tim Burton's "Batman"),A Batman for the ages? No. Brokeback Joker in medical professional drag playing clinical terrorist unnerves like a Robin Cook hospital thriller, but it doesn't out-evil the Nazi overtones of Jack's Joker(Tim Burton's "Batman"), in which the bipolar master criminal defaces great works of art to a devil-may-care purple soundtrack. Because "The Dark Knight" distances itself from the comic book, largely by demythologizing Gotham as a fantasia of improbable architecture and rebuilding it into a city that could host Martin Scorsese's "The Departed"(a remake of Wai-keung Lau & Siu Fai Mak's "Mou gaan dou"(American title: "Internal Affairs"); the term "internal affairs" is sprinkled throughout the film), the notion of a grown man running around in a bat suit(nipples, or no nipples), comes off as nonsensical and extraneous, in a film spawned from children's literature that purports to be taken seriously; that wants to be mentioned in the same breath with a film by Scorsese, and not, say, "Catwoman". But "The Dark Knight" caught my attention late in the game when Batman(Christian Bale) asks Lucius Fox(Morgan Freeman) to play Orwellian games with the public at-large. The evocation of the Patriot Act turns into an endorsement of conservative ideology because it helps Batman keep Gotham safe. The end justifies the means. The Dark Knight is our outgoing president and Harvey Dent(Aaron Eckhart) stands for America. He's ideology in the flesh. Which half, which face, reminds you of our country in terms of the war against terrorism and foreign policy? The filmmaker asserts that our president's legacy, regarding the five-thousand dead and rising overseas, will change from a war criminal into a fall guy, for the country with two faces, once hindsight is given the once over and the history books are written accordingly.… Expand

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WyattJul 23, 2008

Heath Ledger was fabulous as you couldn't take your eyes off of him. He is much deserving of an OSCAR. But what this had to do with the fun that is Batman is what takes this movie down for me. Everytime Batman appeared it ruined what Heath Ledger was fabulous as you couldn't take your eyes off of him. He is much deserving of an OSCAR. But what this had to do with the fun that is Batman is what takes this movie down for me. Everytime Batman appeared it ruined what otherwise was a very serious dark movie. I don't know if I was alone but that is the way I felt. If the Batman character was removed from the film I may have given this a ten.… Expand

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DreezyFBabyJul 23, 2008

The only regret is that we won't see this artist perfecting his craft one more time

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JoelJul 23, 2008

Wow...after reading all the reviews for the Dark Knight, my expectations were sky-high. This film managed to exceed those expectations 100-fold. Easily one of the best scripts in recent memory, and the only reason it may not be nominated for Wow...after reading all the reviews for the Dark Knight, my expectations were sky-high. This film managed to exceed those expectations 100-fold. Easily one of the best scripts in recent memory, and the only reason it may not be nominated for Best Film is because of the obvious bias against 'comic book films.' Hey, I loved Iron Man and Incredible Hulk, but THOSE are comic book films -- you could turn your brain off, sit-back, and just have a blast for a couple of hours. The Dark Knight is something else altogether.… Expand

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JoshMJul 23, 2008

amazing film.. and im not just riding some sort of "bandwagon" which is what ive heard some idiots calling it... i mean, if you love it, you're a dick riding bandwagoner? get the hell out of here! this movie was great... perfectamazing film.. and im not just riding some sort of "bandwagon" which is what ive heard some idiots calling it... i mean, if you love it, you're a dick riding bandwagoner? get the hell out of here! this movie was great... perfect direction, perfect screen play and perfect cast.. nothing was wrong with this movie.. AT ALL!

and i saw this person named BILL M say... "Dark Knight ruined Batman - series should have never been written. DC should be ashamed!"

are you kidding me?!?!!? LMFAOOOOO!!! hahahahaha! this dude couldnt even BACK UP his statement.. i would LOVE to see this guy back up his comments, but he cant... it just shows that he's an idiot.. very sad... poor guy.. i almost feel bad for him and his very pathetic life :( poor little guy :(… Expand

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DanB.Jul 23, 2008

Simply amazing! See it again, its the best movie I've seen in a long time. Christopher Nolan amazes me with beautiful action sequences and well thought out shot compositions. Heath Ledger pushes the joker past what ever Jack Nicholson Simply amazing! See it again, its the best movie I've seen in a long time. Christopher Nolan amazes me with beautiful action sequences and well thought out shot compositions. Heath Ledger pushes the joker past what ever Jack Nicholson could have ever done and make him a villain we just hate, but want to watch.… Expand

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{Nobody}Jul 23, 2008

An astounding movie. Heath Ledger's performance completely blew me away. I'm not a DC person at all, but I have no trouble whatsoever saying that this is the best superhero movie I've ever seen.

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RyanF.Jul 23, 2008

Finally, the mythology of Batman is personified on the big screen in a 2 1/2 hour masterpiece. He is the "anti-hero" superhero that can not flaunt his smile and muscles in public like Superman can. he remains in the shadows, villains and law Finally, the mythology of Batman is personified on the big screen in a 2 1/2 hour masterpiece. He is the "anti-hero" superhero that can not flaunt his smile and muscles in public like Superman can. he remains in the shadows, villains and law enforcement constantly hunting him down. Heath Ledger's Joker leaves a chill down my spine everytime I see his face on the screen, however on more than one occasion throughout the film, I found myself secretly cheering Joker on. The Joker's philosophy on his and the Dark Knight's co-existence of each other summarizes why comic book writers have a hero and a villain on complete opposite ends of the spectrum....both needing each other to survive. Bravo!… Expand

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MightyM.Jul 23, 2008

Too long, too muddled, too rushed. It felt like there was enough material for 3 films. While in the Batman suit Bale speaks like McGruff the crime dog. While this is by far the best of the franchise, that's really not enough. Accolades Too long, too muddled, too rushed. It felt like there was enough material for 3 films. While in the Batman suit Bale speaks like McGruff the crime dog. While this is by far the best of the franchise, that's really not enough. Accolades like "best comic movie ever" don't really cut it because comic book movies haven't set the bar very high to begin with. The two face plot wasn't flushed out enough. Good job by Ledger though.… Expand

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AndreS.Jul 23, 2008

Indelible performance of heath Leger and strained action with twisting story line like no other.

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A.R.Jul 23, 2008

This movie is no fun. It satisfies the fanboys' desire to have their comic book heroes taken seriously. That's where I think all this fan adulation is coming from. But that totally misses the point. Where's the fun? Where is This movie is no fun. It satisfies the fanboys' desire to have their comic book heroes taken seriously. That's where I think all this fan adulation is coming from. But that totally misses the point. Where's the fun? Where is the superheroic fantasy adventure? The self-referential coyness? This Batman is scary and repulsive. The little boy in me doesn… Expand

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BjonesJul 23, 2008

its really funny that people keep trying to compare bale and ledger to keaton and nicholson, theres no comparison.. bale and ledger beat them hands down. i saw the 1989 movie when i was 7 years old, and i watched it again to compare it to its really funny that people keep trying to compare bale and ledger to keaton and nicholson, theres no comparison.. bale and ledger beat them hands down. i saw the 1989 movie when i was 7 years old, and i watched it again to compare it to dark knight. all i have to say is if you havent watched that movie in 18 or so years like i hadnt, dont watch it, itll ruin how you felt about it. the original batman was TERRIBLE, it was corny and dreadfully boring. you dont feel as if youre watching the joker,but jack nicholson dressed up in make up. i often forgot i was seeing heath ledger in the dark knight. i dont see how all of you people praise keatons lifeless performance as bruce wayne. the whole time, you dont feel as if you know who he bruce is, theres no personality, and i dont really think thats keatons fault so much as the writing/directing. i do like tim burtons gotham city and batmobile better, but you dont even feel like bruce wayne is tormented when you watch his batman movies. you dont get to see how he is a billionaire playboy.. you just see some man in a cave thats courting vicki vale. oh and being introduced to jack napier the first 30 minutes, and the flashback of him killing bruce's parents.. ALL WRONG! i hate that they put that in the film, plus the joker dancing around to prince music? you have got to be kidding me. you people are delusional if you think the first one is better. you dont sense that joker is a crazed killer, but a corny thug with paint on. and anybody that knows anything about the comics has to remember that joker has changed over the past 68 years depending on the writers. he started out as a crazed, psychotic, heartless killer, then was toned down due to censorship in the 50s and 60s. the toned down petty joker was cesar romero, then he had a come back where he was a killer, but still fairly corny, and thats the joker that nicholson portrayed. in the late 80s, he was rehauled again, and became much more vicious and similar to his original incarnation, and thats ledgers joker. please dont say that ledger didnt act like the joker is supossed to act if you know nothing of the lore of batman, and are basing those feelings off of other acters interpretations of the character, thats just stupid.… Expand

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YonatanJ.Jul 23, 2008

The Dark Knight is the first movie to get Batman, the Joker, and Two-Face exactly right.

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JackWatkinsJul 23, 2008

Great movie. Excellent performances and action.

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ElenaJul 23, 2008

This wasn't Batman or a cartoon caper turned into a movie. It was a SLASHER movie with gore and way too much violence. How is this PG 13?

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BobbyE.Jul 23, 2008

This movie was not that good. Everyone is giving out 10s its funny lol. The joker was great, batman was equally as bad. This movie dragged, batman begins was a much better film. This film was too jumbled, only thing this movie did was make This movie was not that good. Everyone is giving out 10s its funny lol. The joker was great, batman was equally as bad. This movie dragged, batman begins was a much better film. This film was too jumbled, only thing this movie did was make these people into jokers giving it a 10.… Expand

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ChrisD.Jul 23, 2008

Go to any KISS concert in the 80's and find a pimple faced teen in clown makeup and thats Heath Ledger's performance as Joker in a nutshell. A nice movie, but over hyped to no end. Best superhero movie of all time? Oscar Go to any KISS concert in the 80's and find a pimple faced teen in clown makeup and thats Heath Ledger's performance as Joker in a nutshell. A nice movie, but over hyped to no end. Best superhero movie of all time? Oscar performance for Heath Ledger? I understand the guy died, but lets not over exaggerate his performance because of it. Nothing spectacular and not what I envision as the iconic Joker. The joker was neither funny nor scary and the expectation waiting for the famous laugh plastered all over the trailers for this movie was nearly non-existent. As for best superhero movie I'm not even sure I'd rank this above Batman Begins or the very 1st Batman whose Joker played by Jack Nicholson I enjoyed more and the back story of how he became the Joker was better portrayed. The ending to this movie was muddled with that high-tech sonar montage and the morality lesson at the end carried on about 10 minutes too long. What was scarecrow doing in the movie? And 2-face was hardly utilized. Do yourself a favor, go see this movie because it is entertaining and different (see my rating of 8). But, don't go in expecting to see the greatest movie of all time as some here would lead you to believe.… Expand

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GrantW.Jul 23, 2008

Although there were some minor things that annoyed me about the movie (Batman's voice) I found it to be one of the best movie going experiences of my life. Not sense the Departed has a movie been this intense and still held together Although there were some minor things that annoyed me about the movie (Batman's voice) I found it to be one of the best movie going experiences of my life. Not sense the Departed has a movie been this intense and still held together from beginning to end.… Expand

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S.X.Jul 23, 2008

I found the endless obsession with dark-this and dark-that, to be a depressing one-note that hung around from beginning to end. The moral complications were contrived and pretentious. A number of liberties were taken with the logic of the I found the endless obsession with dark-this and dark-that, to be a depressing one-note that hung around from beginning to end. The moral complications were contrived and pretentious. A number of liberties were taken with the logic of the action. What I found most odd is that 'the batman' seemed out of place in his own movie, as if some dude in a cape kept popping in and out of a more serious, real-world crime drama.… Expand

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SamuelG.Jul 23, 2008

Wow, this movie was incredible. I've got to say that this is the best comic book movie ever made. The story is clever and the performance by the actors are very genuine. This movie will make your heart pound, get chills, and actually Wow, this movie was incredible. I've got to say that this is the best comic book movie ever made. The story is clever and the performance by the actors are very genuine. This movie will make your heart pound, get chills, and actually leave you wanting more. But at certain points the movie falls short of greatness. There are some part where cliche and summer blockbuster themes come into play. I have seen this movie multiple times and it gets better every time.… Expand

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BrianJul 23, 2008

Should be called the Joker Movie. He totally makes me forget the whole gay cowboy part.

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AleishaJul 22, 2008

This movie was brilliant! The acting was superb, the story was solid, the character development was outstanding! This movie did not disappoint me one bit. I was so excited to see this movie and it went beyond my expectations. Seeing Heath as This movie was brilliant! The acting was superb, the story was solid, the character development was outstanding! This movie did not disappoint me one bit. I was so excited to see this movie and it went beyond my expectations. Seeing Heath as The Joker really blew my mind. For me to think that he is no longer apart of the acting community is such a shame, he is a great talent!… Expand

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AaronB.Jul 22, 2008

Amazing movie, truly unique and mind-bending.

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PhilD.Jul 22, 2008

Best movie of the year, I've seen it 4 times. A true vision of batman in the real world, just don't take your kids, unless they are bad ass. best movie of the year R.I.P heath ledger

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ShawnH.Jul 22, 2008

Everything i could ask for in a movie, easily the best superhero movie of all time. Heath Ledger did an amazing job as the joker and now he cant do a second batman film. R.I.P. -Heath Ledger

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ElJamshedJul 22, 2008

I can honestly say that The Dark Knight is the first comic/action film that has ever lived up to its hype and managed to not only deliver the same level of quality story telling and performances as the previous instalment, but also managed I can honestly say that The Dark Knight is the first comic/action film that has ever lived up to its hype and managed to not only deliver the same level of quality story telling and performances as the previous instalment, but also managed to out do it. Heath Ledgers performance was definitely the highlight of the movie for me; as opposed to trying to replicate Jack Nicholson as the Joker, Ledger brings a uniquely styled, modernized Joker that fits right in the pocket of Christopher Nolan… Expand

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RobertR.Jul 22, 2008

Simply Incredible!!!

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TyD.Jul 22, 2008

Nothing tops this movie. Best of the Batman series for sure. Heath's performance is amazing beyond belief. I figured it'd be good, but it blew away what I expected. This is a must see movie for sure.

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DalG.Jul 22, 2008

Solid performances by most of the cast. I actually thought that Bale's was overshadowed by the rest of the cast. It was also long and somewhat jarring. Otherwise, it was deeply engrossing, disturbing movie, most likely because it rang Solid performances by most of the cast. I actually thought that Bale's was overshadowed by the rest of the cast. It was also long and somewhat jarring. Otherwise, it was deeply engrossing, disturbing movie, most likely because it rang so true in the most hollow, unexplored parts of my psyche.… Expand

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SébastienC.Jul 22, 2008

Excellent movie. I've never been much impressed by the batman series, but this is different. Very well crafted, imaginative, and unpredictable story, memorable characters and acting (the joker is really that good - thanks Heath), Excellent movie. I've never been much impressed by the batman series, but this is different. Very well crafted, imaginative, and unpredictable story, memorable characters and acting (the joker is really that good - thanks Heath), thoughtful lines (for once in a hollywood action movie), excellent cast (Gary Oldman, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman, what more to ask?). For me, this movie relates more to crime drama movies like Heat, that to superhero movies, as Batman and science fiction are not a central part of the story, and that's for the better. The action scenes are not that frequent, but when they occur, they are impressive and ingenious (think about the police van chase, wow!). The pace is good and the atmosphere is dark, with tension that slowly raises through the film, you can sense it. The music, though not memorable, does a great work at setting the mood. Thumbs up to Chris Nolan and his team. Go see it and forget old batman movies.… Expand

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PabloR.Jul 22, 2008

Dark Knight is not just the best super-hero movie you'll see in your life. It's one of the best movies you'll see in your entire life.

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LyleSJul 22, 2008

This movie is not a 10. It's close, but it's not a 10. It collapses under the weight of too many ideas covering too much time. You should definitely see it, though.

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MarioA.Jul 22, 2008

This is the best superhero movie ever made !

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MichaelCaseyJul 22, 2008

One of the best movies I have seen in a long time.

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BJReynoldsJul 22, 2008

Heath Ledger's performance as the twisted Joker is pure genius. It's so good he should get nominated for a Oscar. Also the action, casting and special effects work out perfectly. Hail Ledger! You'll be missed. Best Movie of 2008!

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C.K.Jul 22, 2008

Amazing.

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JaysonM.Jul 22, 2008

Good movie, but not great. Sure the action's great, but it better be. Not enough character development, occasional Lucas dialogue (i.e. people the boat). Too many characters, too little time to really care about them. Bale channels Good movie, but not great. Sure the action's great, but it better be. Not enough character development, occasional Lucas dialogue (i.e. people the boat). Too many characters, too little time to really care about them. Bale channels Pantera with his grumbling Batman voice. Ledger stands far among he rest, but then again he has the most screen time next to Bale and is a well developed character. Not Nolan's best work, would have like to seen something more challenging and not spoon fed. The film would have been better to introduce Dent and continue his story in the next film. Not bad, not great.… Expand

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JayL.Jul 22, 2008

This movie has it's strengths and weaknesses. One one hand, Heath Ledger does an unreasonably fantastic job as the Joker. It's a shame that he won't be able to reprise his role, because he just nailed it. There's never This movie has it's strengths and weaknesses. One one hand, Heath Ledger does an unreasonably fantastic job as the Joker. It's a shame that he won't be able to reprise his role, because he just nailed it. There's never really a dull moment in this movie. My attention was kept for the full two and a half hours. But on the other hand, some parts were unreasonably predictable. Anytime anyone gets into a car, you can assume that they'll be dead in a few seconds. Some parts could have been entirely left out. (Ferry scene comes to mind). But go see it. It's a lot better than Hancock and Space Chimps.… Expand

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JasonY.Jul 22, 2008

best movie ive seen since pulp fiction.

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ScottQJul 22, 2008

I really liked this movie just to get that out of the way. Things I didn't like, batman's voice for one. What are they thinking, sounded so horrible, should have kept batman using bruce wayne's voice like batman begins. I really liked this movie just to get that out of the way. Things I didn't like, batman's voice for one. What are they thinking, sounded so horrible, should have kept batman using bruce wayne's voice like batman begins. Spoiler, don't read on if you haven't seen it yet. I didn't like that they killed off batman's love interest Rachel and killed off Two Face, should have just introduced him and kept him for the 3rd movie. Ledger was amazing and yet overal I just think there was too much packed into this movie.… Expand

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NeiiB.Jul 22, 2008

Great flick. Definitely a different flavor of super hero movie. Ironman was fun, this was very dark and there was a lot of morality involved. A great movie.

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10

Rev.GomezJul 22, 2008

Incredible... Simply mind-blowing... Possibly the greatest performance from an actor (Heath Ledger) ever... Possibly...

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KevinGJul 22, 2008

Great.Went to IMAX. stunning. I am going again.

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ZohaibA.Jul 22, 2008

I forgot to wear diapers to the cinema.

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ScottM.Jul 22, 2008

I like superhero movies. This is the worst superhero movie I've ever seen. Christian Bale gave the worst performance I've seen from him. Heath Ledger gave a mediocre impersonation of Jim Carrey mixed with Jack Nicholson. His make I like superhero movies. This is the worst superhero movie I've ever seen. Christian Bale gave the worst performance I've seen from him. Heath Ledger gave a mediocre impersonation of Jim Carrey mixed with Jack Nicholson. His make up was good, but that's about the best I can say. The movie had nothing to say. The dialog was bad. The special effects were okay, but nothing special and there was not an ounce of coolness in the movie. I am completely mystified by the high ratings people give this movie.… Expand

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EstanislaoH.Jul 22, 2008

The best comic book related movie ever :) A real good movie, but not as good as many people say :P

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WalterS.Jul 22, 2008

WARNING, SEMI-SPOILERS. It is excruciatingly difficult saying how great this film is without detailing why. This film is a masterpiece. This is no superhero film, this is an epic crime drama that just so happens to have a superhero in it. WARNING, SEMI-SPOILERS. It is excruciatingly difficult saying how great this film is without detailing why. This film is a masterpiece. This is no superhero film, this is an epic crime drama that just so happens to have a superhero in it. Batman and The Joker are complete polar opposites, and Harvey Dent's coin (and later, as Two-Face, his face) is an astounding metaphor for it. They are opposite sides of the coin. To quote The Joker, "madness is like gravity, all it takes is one little push." One little push to turn a man like Harvey Dent into a man like The Joker. The Joker is just plain dark. Not melodramatic-teenager dark, a-person's-life-is-a-punchline dark. Anyone I've met that disliked this film hasn't really explained WHY, they've spoken in a certain vagueness without actually detailing what was wrong with it. That's the thing though, there is nothing wrong with it. The entire film, all 152 minutes of it without a dull moment, I was glued to the screen. It's a shame Heath Ledger died. He put his heart and soul into his role as The Joker. When I watched the film I didn't think "hey, there's Heath Ledger as The Joker," I thought "hey, there's The Joker." I heard he had the utmost respect for Jack Nicholson, and those big clown shoes he had to fill were what made him persevere. Enjoy your Oscar, Mr. Ledger. Rest in peace.… Expand

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MarkM>Jul 22, 2008

Great movie with very good writing and acting. At times it transcends its genre in addressing the darker aspects of human nature. My only complaint is that it's about 20 minutes too long, with most of that unnecessary padding coming in Great movie with very good writing and acting. At times it transcends its genre in addressing the darker aspects of human nature. My only complaint is that it's about 20 minutes too long, with most of that unnecessary padding coming in a downright silly action sequence near the end.… Expand

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