The Dark Knight

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TobbeJan 13, 2010

How can anybody that calls himself a movie lover givie thid movie under 80/100? This movie is great. I mean 50?! Really?

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BenjoEJan 4, 2010

Perfect - the best action film of all time. Nolan crafts absolute good and evil, the epically evil joker and the epically good Batman and Fox and gang, and documents their battle for Harvey Dent and the people of Gotham whom he represents. Perfect - the best action film of all time. Nolan crafts absolute good and evil, the epically evil joker and the epically good Batman and Fox and gang, and documents their battle for Harvey Dent and the people of Gotham whom he represents. This isn't a story of character development so much as an epic struggle that is played out with incredible intensity and thrilling action. No other film attempting to do anything of the sort has attained the level that The Dark Knight has.… Expand

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ZioZioDec 21, 2009

Pure bilge. All the talk about this being the darkest Batman film is pure nonsense: Batman never deviates from his task or even tries to kill the joker (as he did with a kamikaze batwing attack in Burton's film). I'm not going to Pure bilge. All the talk about this being the darkest Batman film is pure nonsense: Batman never deviates from his task or even tries to kill the joker (as he did with a kamikaze batwing attack in Burton's film). I'm not going to bother commenting on the rest but suffice to say it's confused, pretentious and self-important when it's really about as deep as something written by a barely-literate 15-year-old. I can see the lad right now, his dedication to his art total as he writes countless pages of description for each and every explosion. Watching the action sequences is about as exhausting as reading such descriptions. I disagree that Ledger was masterful as the Joker: how can somebody whose only background is made up of a handful of simple lies be even considered as a character? All the joker is is a plot device to string all of the scenes together: a bit like a tireless football player playing keepie uppies for the film's entire duration: about two hours too long. Absolute tripe, only Quantum of Solace makes this look good. I'd give that a zero too, but wouldn't waste my time saying why!… Expand

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adityamDec 10, 2009

There are some movies that I cannot help but admire in front of others. But there are only a limited number of movies among them that I am ready to watch at any given mood of mine, that I really admire. The Dark Knight is definitely one of There are some movies that I cannot help but admire in front of others. But there are only a limited number of movies among them that I am ready to watch at any given mood of mine, that I really admire. The Dark Knight is definitely one of them, and Heath Ledger's performance played a huge role for that.… Expand

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JSDec 9, 2009

Great acting, great message, great atmosphere, great writing. The only reason why you wouldn't like this movie is because you misconstrued it as a 'super hero movie' (is The Godfather a "shoot 'em up"?), didn't see Great acting, great message, great atmosphere, great writing. The only reason why you wouldn't like this movie is because you misconstrued it as a 'super hero movie' (is The Godfather a "shoot 'em up"?), didn't see the first one, and let's add "completely out of touch" to that list. No, you can't do better than this movie. If you want to say people liked this movie because Heath Ledger died, go right ahead. But when I heard he was cast as The Joker I was very upset; "The guy from Brokeback Mountain?! The Joker?!" But he does a phenomenal job. This movie is one of the most logical you'll ever find near the action genre; just about everything they feature is plausible. The Fulton surface to air Recovery system, for example. How can you not like a movie that thinks about what its doing? Its extremely rare. If you like depth, or just great movies, you'll like this movie. That's all there is to it.… Expand

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DaveHDec 7, 2009

The movie is good, indeed, but 2 and a half hours may be too long, to say the truth when something interesting and/or full of action happened, there was a 40 minutes gap until another scene like this happened.

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AnonymousOct 9, 2009

I really wanted to like this film, with all the pre-release hype and positive comments from critics/the general public it seemed that it would be a film with which could be engaged with at an intellectual level. Boy was I wrong! It turned outI really wanted to like this film, with all the pre-release hype and positive comments from critics/the general public it seemed that it would be a film with which could be engaged with at an intellectual level. Boy was I wrong! It turned out to be a poorly constructed political thriller with way too many plot turns than sense and a run time which would make even the most composed people become mind numbingly bored. Sure the movie had some great elements, a fantastic, and haunting score, ridiculous stunts, and a few noteworthy scenes by the late Heath Ledger, although the performance on a whole was average, certainly not Oscar worthy when stacked up next to the performance by Robert Downey Jnr. in … Expand

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RossCSep 11, 2009

This was very, very bloated. There were some great turns from Oldman, Freeman, Ledger and co. However it tried to shoe horn in too many story lines into overly long movie. This should have been split into at least two movies to give the This was very, very bloated. There were some great turns from Oldman, Freeman, Ledger and co. However it tried to shoe horn in too many story lines into overly long movie. This should have been split into at least two movies to give the characters time to breathe. The Batman voice was terrible, everyone in the cinema laughed at it (and I can't blame them). The supposed 'realism' is a hinderance to Christian Bale in a stupid rubber suit running around guys incapable of acutally pulling a trigger. The plot holes are GLARING in the light of 'realism' whilst a comic book film in a comic book world can escape this. The 'prisoner's dilemma' with the ferries was absolutely farscial at times and was wedged into the story to fill more time. Why did we have to watch the Hong Kong scene, that dragged another 20 minutes on. Surely the Joker and Dent are the interesting parts. Some of the writing was absolutely cringingly bad, most noticably the dialogue "like a leper" *shudder* however the plot devices were good, and the overall arks were solid. Grossly overhyped average super hero film.… Expand

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RichardV.Sep 5, 2009

I think Nolan is bigger than this movie.this is a masterpiece no dobut,but I'v been waiting for this movie for a year and I expect from it even more than this.Anyway this is extraordinary film if you don't emphasis some of I think Nolan is bigger than this movie.this is a masterpiece no dobut,but I'v been waiting for this movie for a year and I expect from it even more than this.Anyway this is extraordinary film if you don't emphasis some of it's faults.The cast is brilliant(except Maggie Gyllenhaal) Nolan is almost on top and the plot is very fresh but Johnatan Nolan has written scenarioes even better before.I've never been one of Heath Ledger's fans and also I'm not now.but I won't forget his performance in this movie ever.Maybe you don't like the film but it is impossible that you could deny the Joker of Ledger is one of the best performances that anyone has done yet.This is not like a Nolan film.there is no flashback and playing with time we often expect to see in a film directed by him.Nolan usualy use some short scenes from the past when characters remember their memories but there isn't any of these short scenes in this film too.Either you like it or not you should accept it is the most different blackbuster ever made.… Expand

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ByronL.Sep 2, 2009

This is probably not going to be the be all end all of comic-book movies or even super-hero movies. I don't like Nolan's' direction(or maybe it's the editing of the film). more often than not he(Nolan) has crippled a damn This is probably not going to be the be all end all of comic-book movies or even super-hero movies. I don't like Nolan's' direction(or maybe it's the editing of the film). more often than not he(Nolan) has crippled a damn fine performance by Ledger with his incessant cutting and not having the camera aimed at him(Ledger).… Expand

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SeanmAug 26, 2009

Its one of the best movies I have had the pleasure of seeing in my life, and im not even a big fan of comic book character movies. I have never enjoyed a film so much! Brilliantly written,scripted and directed. All round Classic.

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JoelFAug 23, 2009

You dare give this a 50 out of 100. This movie made so much money. Heath Ledger's performance only was better than any other villian EVER! And I know what your saying, how about Darth Vader. NO! I said everyone. And futhermore this is You dare give this a 50 out of 100. This movie made so much money. Heath Ledger's performance only was better than any other villian EVER! And I know what your saying, how about Darth Vader. NO! I said everyone. And futhermore this is not the same batman it is a re-imaging, a more realistic side to it. The visual impact of the film is amazing. It should be a crime not see it in I-MAX. And you dare to say it was horriable. I think this is an outrage. You remeber how crazy people went Titantic came out? The same thing happened here. People went 2 or 3 times to the movie. The DvD sales were through the roof and people called each other up saying you got to see this Heath Ledger is brilliant! You say hollywood is losing its touch, I say you are. R.I.P Heath I'm sorry these guys are such idiots.… Expand

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NickGAug 19, 2009

I don't relly enjoy the plot for batman films-I personally find them a bit boring.But I enjoyed this film-definately better than the first.

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JamesHJul 30, 2009

The people giving this film bad reviews probably don't like good Entertainment. They probably are over analytical people that take themselves and others too seriously. It's entertainment do yourself a favor and go back to watching The people giving this film bad reviews probably don't like good Entertainment. They probably are over analytical people that take themselves and others too seriously. It's entertainment do yourself a favor and go back to watching Pans Labyrinth. Which was really trash. Talk about over hype. Losers.… Expand

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ColinJul 27, 2009

Without a doubt, the greatest movie of all time. Amazing!

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HelpUJul 19, 2009

Everything is absolutely awesome about this movie in theaters. I thought it was good enough to see it 3 times, but when I rented the dvd it just wasn't the same... Even if you have a home theater system. I thought it felt too different.

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CarlosFJul 18, 2009

Nolan has made Batman plausible. And this seriousness makes him capable of creating an outstanding movie. If the first one was very good, this one was incredibly amazing. Each scene, each dialogue, each detail make us enter Gotham City and Nolan has made Batman plausible. And this seriousness makes him capable of creating an outstanding movie. If the first one was very good, this one was incredibly amazing. Each scene, each dialogue, each detail make us enter Gotham City and forget our world. I dont think it's too long. Actually, I wanted more :( Well, this an unforgettable movie. The best Bat-movie, the best movie of that year, the best and darker thriller ever made and one of the best movies ever made. 10 is not enough.… Expand

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JamesKJul 15, 2009

Action packed. Amazing performance by Heath Ledger. Cool beyond cool. That's why I loved it. But I can fully understand why someone would not enjoy such a dark film, where law enforcement is a joke and every person is an arse, oh except Action packed. Amazing performance by Heath Ledger. Cool beyond cool. That's why I loved it. But I can fully understand why someone would not enjoy such a dark film, where law enforcement is a joke and every person is an arse, oh except for that one guy who gets driven insane.… Expand

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noopJun 27, 2009

Pretentious and dull movie. Most episodes of Batman the animated series are MUCH better than this. It is too serious and too shallow at the same time.

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codyJun 23, 2009

This movie changed my life! I was about to jump off of a tower, but i heard about this film, watched it, and now im still like here. ya know?! Dark Knight is so awesome. thank you batman. i heart you.

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ColinPJun 21, 2009

Okay, okay, I feel like I have to say something. After seeing the film and reading all of the reviews, I have to agree with the positive reviews. Every negative review that I read just seems like the reviewer either didn't understand Okay, okay, I feel like I have to say something. After seeing the film and reading all of the reviews, I have to agree with the positive reviews. Every negative review that I read just seems like the reviewer either didn't understand the point of how the film coincided with the comics (nearly everything the Joker does in the film is something he did in his first appearances in the comics) or they seem to have some beef with some asinine aspect of te film that you would only pick up on if you didn't want to watch it in the first place. And if that's the case, why are you complaining. No one put a gun to your head. grow up.… Expand

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KyleRJun 19, 2009

This movie was astounding. But, I would not agree that it is THE best movie ever made, nor would I agree that it ws not good. In fact, I would nto even give it average reviews. It was very, very good. It was dark, compelling, and at times This movie was astounding. But, I would not agree that it is THE best movie ever made, nor would I agree that it ws not good. In fact, I would nto even give it average reviews. It was very, very good. It was dark, compelling, and at times incredibly moving. My one problem was, as with most of my favorite movies, it is a tad bit too long. Now, the fisrt and second times I watch them, i do not mind, but, after that, they start to cause me to fall asleep, even though I am still enjoying them. So, yes, this movie was overwhelmingly good, just, take my advise, do NOT watch it multiple times over a short time period. Take your time, and enjoy it.… Expand

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KillSwitchJun 15, 2009

How stupid and juvenile do you have to be to Rate this film a 0? Seriously people, the extent to which some of you try to perpetuate any kind of false "backlash" is pathetic.

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JackieKillerKilledJackieJun 13, 2009

This is my favorite movie. It's the best movie ever made. It's much darker than "Batman Begins" and features superb performances by Christian Bale (he's 110% Batman), Heath Ledger (the modern and slightly more insane Joker) This is my favorite movie. It's the best movie ever made. It's much darker than "Batman Begins" and features superb performances by Christian Bale (he's 110% Batman), Heath Ledger (the modern and slightly more insane Joker) and Aaron Eckhart (the terrifying Two-Face). I'm so happy that Christopher Nolan shows Gotham City in it's true, dark nature with his movies and let us all forget the AWFUL past (the old Batman movies). This is really a great movie and everyone should really watch it - and Jackie C., if you say that shit again, I'm gonna hunt you down and rip your fucking head off, you piece of shit and fucking punk..! Jackie C. I don't think that you have a live, when you talk shit about this masterpiece, so I will send you 2 dollars, so you can buy one.… Expand

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HRMay 28, 2009

Agree with Ty Burr, Boston Globe: "Ten tons of expressionist murk... Dirty Harry crossed with Hamlet." They tried too hard, lost all depth of plot and texture. Just because a movie is "disturbing" does *not* make it "art." "...Begins" was Agree with Ty Burr, Boston Globe: "Ten tons of expressionist murk... Dirty Harry crossed with Hamlet." They tried too hard, lost all depth of plot and texture. Just because a movie is "disturbing" does *not* make it "art." "...Begins" was much better.… Expand

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CaitlinRMay 27, 2009

Robbed me of coherent speech when I first saw it and the second time a few weeks later as well. Stunning, all of it, and not just because of Ledger.

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AngelHMay 18, 2009

Dour, self important, bloated, overly long and pretentious film. The pseudo philosophical posturing of the joker was obnoxious and unnecessary. Instead of leaving the audience to ponder the difference between good and evil, if there is such Dour, self important, bloated, overly long and pretentious film. The pseudo philosophical posturing of the joker was obnoxious and unnecessary. Instead of leaving the audience to ponder the difference between good and evil, if there is such a thing the creators feel the need to spell it our in stilted dialogue hamtastically delivered by all but the character of Alfred.… Expand

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JonLMay 16, 2009

Name-dropping Ozu (who made the same movie over and over again) or Tarkovsky does not make you better than the people who appreciate this fine piece of pop art.

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R.H.May 3, 2009

All right, I wasn't going to say anything because this is the internet. But all the morons here saying this film is "art" or the closest movies will ever get to art- how dare you? How could you say something so ignorant when you All right, I wasn't going to say anything because this is the internet. But all the morons here saying this film is "art" or the closest movies will ever get to art- how dare you? How could you say something so ignorant when you haven't bothered to study anything about films? Try watching films by Ingmar Bergman like Winter Light. Watch films by Andrei Tarkovsky like Andrei Rublev and Mirror. Watch Ozu films like Late Spring and Floating Weeds. I don't care if you loved the movie or whatever- I personally thought the film was hollow, worthless, and nothing new. But don't you dare say this is the highest the art form has to offer- it's barely a step above the lowest.… Expand

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caltomzApr 26, 2009

Excellent. The writing was so clever, and ledger put on maybe the greatest villan performance of all time. What a tradgic death he had. The Dark Knight's newest member, Harvey Dent, was a big factor in the film. It's intensity gets Excellent. The writing was so clever, and ledger put on maybe the greatest villan performance of all time. What a tradgic death he had. The Dark Knight's newest member, Harvey Dent, was a big factor in the film. It's intensity gets your heart pounding out of your chest! The best Batman film by a mile, and probably the best superhero film. The Dark Knight is DA BOMB!!… Expand

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MeYouApr 10, 2009

This movie was nothing more than another Hollywood action flick, completely void of depth, character development, or a remotely interesting story. If you're a mindless ape who enjoys action and Stalone and all that then you will adore This movie was nothing more than another Hollywood action flick, completely void of depth, character development, or a remotely interesting story. If you're a mindless ape who enjoys action and Stalone and all that then you will adore it. If you're a pretentious 20 year old who reads nothing but comic books and doesn't know a thing about films beside Hollywood mockery then you wil love it. And for those of you who stick up your noses and say "you just didn't get it", there is nothing to get, watch a film by Tarkovsky and maybe you will understand what depth and art put to film actually is. ANd if yuo're saying it is the best film of 2008 when all you have watched are pathetic American Hollywood films then just keep quiet.… Expand

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JoeyZApr 5, 2009

Heath Ledger was amazing in this movie! The action was great and the acting was great! Great plot and story too! One of my favorite movies I've seen!!

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EmericMar 22, 2009

It's a good movie, but there are things I don't like in it. I can't put my finger on what it is. It's probably the whole thing with the sonar-thing.

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MihaiBMar 17, 2009

With "The Dark Knight," all previous big-screen incarnations of the caped crusader

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LisaFMar 12, 2009

This movie sucked such terrific ass that I just almost can't believe I sat through the whole epic length thing. I learned early on that I couldn't get too wrapped up in any of the characters due to the idiotic way people kept This movie sucked such terrific ass that I just almost can't believe I sat through the whole epic length thing. I learned early on that I couldn't get too wrapped up in any of the characters due to the idiotic way people kept turning into caricatures of themselves. Usually I'm not a violent person, but I kept wishing people would just die and stay dead. Batman made you like him even less by speaking in a strange he-man voice that no actual person would ever use for any reason whatsoever. By the last time the hoary-voiced dark avenger fell, I hoped he would stay dead so I could just get the f*ck out of there.… Expand

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jackMar 11, 2009

I thought this movie was awesome. Ledger did an amazing job and really makes the movie fun. It was a little weak on the story line but made for some great action sequences. Movie did seem to drag on though. Overall i was very impressed I thought this movie was awesome. Ledger did an amazing job and really makes the movie fun. It was a little weak on the story line but made for some great action sequences. Movie did seem to drag on though. Overall i was very impressed though, best action movie of 2008 hands down.… Expand

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EdwardF.Mar 10, 2009

Excellent movie. Never saw a superhero movie like this one. Mind blowing performance by Heath Ledger.

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TFMar 10, 2009

Excellent movie that felt dark and gritty but still contained a message of hope. Ledger was quite good, but so was Morgan Freeman and the rest of the cast.

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KerryL.Mar 8, 2009

The Dark Knight is a decent movie that could have been great. The acting was exceptional. Ledger did a fantastic job, as everyone has said, but Eckhart deserves much acclaim as well. Despite this, Batman remains glued to the tried and true The Dark Knight is a decent movie that could have been great. The acting was exceptional. Ledger did a fantastic job, as everyone has said, but Eckhart deserves much acclaim as well. Despite this, Batman remains glued to the tried and true Hollywood formula, and runs way too long. The plot is razor thin and could have been told in much less time. The storyline is obvious from the get go and still seems to want to hold the audiences hand through out. All in all, the movie gets scored higher than it should (or would) because of Ledgers death. It is nowhere near as good as Batman Begins.… Expand

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JakeA.Mar 6, 2009

The only truly amazing thing about this movie was Heath Ledger's performance. Otherwise, it was awful. Christian Bale was absolutely horrible, just, bad. The story simply drags on and on without really going anywhere. It's really The only truly amazing thing about this movie was Heath Ledger's performance. Otherwise, it was awful. Christian Bale was absolutely horrible, just, bad. The story simply drags on and on without really going anywhere. It's really too bad that Ledger's best performance had to be in an otherwise bad film.… Expand

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JohnMar 2, 2009

Actually deserves a 3, but there are too many 10's. What were people watching. I agree with all of those that thought it made no sense. The motivations of the characters were entirely random. This entry could be pages long with all the Actually deserves a 3, but there are too many 10's. What were people watching. I agree with all of those that thought it made no sense. The motivations of the characters were entirely random. This entry could be pages long with all the problems. Ya, Ledger was fun to watch, thus the 3. But the rest was terrible. At some point the viewer just gives up assuming any of it will make any sense. Where is Adam West when you need him?… Expand

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AnonymousMCFeb 24, 2009

Not to be pretentious, but to people who claim that the movie was "confused," you simply didn't understand it. Ledger WAS amazing and I get the impression that some people are giving it low scores just to prove otherwise. In otherNot to be pretentious, but to people who claim that the movie was "confused," you simply didn't understand it. Ledger WAS amazing and I get the impression that some people are giving it low scores just to prove otherwise. In other words, they're rating it low because Ledger died and they don't want to be part of the "hype." The movie brimmed with drama, emotion, and cold logic. The script was impeccable. the characters are believable and very accessible. However, the flaws with the movie were Bale's acting (in the Bat costume, jeez, if you're so rich, why can't you alter your voice with technology?) and Batman's self-struggle that made him seem like a whiny kid. This movie rivals the classics and I prefer Ledger's Joker acting to Nicholson's. The length was entirely necessary to fully develop the plot and characters and I was sitting on the edge of my seat the entire time!… Expand

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tharsoeFeb 22, 2009

wow, I can't believe the audacity of some people to rate this film anything less than an 8.
This film is the best film of 2008 and by far one of the best film of the 21st century.. It may not be one's definition of "art" butwow, I can't believe the audacity of some people to rate this film anything less than an 8.
This film is the best film of 2008 and by far one of the best film of the 21st century.. It may not be one's definition of "art" but it's as close as a movie will get. Ledger's performance was mind blowing. "slumdog", "curious case", "frost/nixon" , for example, are all lovely, but none of them especially "slumdog millionaire" , are as memorable as 'The Dark Knight'.… Expand

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ChadSchneiderFeb 20, 2009

I thought this movie was over-hyped, over-(and under)acted and just plain long. While the Joker character was well acted by Ledger (Oscar worthy for sure), Christian Bale fell short of making me believe that Batman was more than a mumbling,I thought this movie was over-hyped, over-(and under)acted and just plain long. While the Joker character was well acted by Ledger (Oscar worthy for sure), Christian Bale fell short of making me believe that Batman was more than a mumbling, monotone, disconnected Houdini wanna-be.

Was not impressed by the Bat-mobile. Was not impressed by the Transformer-like Bat-mobile turned Bat-cycle. Was not impressed at all. A mostly wasted 3 hours of my life that could have been better spent picking my nose.… Expand

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aqibK.Feb 18, 2009

Not a boring scene in the film, it flows like clock work great preformances alll round and a near perfect script with a over 5 great quotes and the greatest super hero villan battle in history to add to it . What more do you want?

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DanielA.Feb 18, 2009

Dark Knight is as compelling as it is complex. Ledger's performance is haunting and memorable. Bale's Batman: daydreaming, gloomy, and angry is the best copy of the caped crusader yet. All of the players nailed their parts. There Dark Knight is as compelling as it is complex. Ledger's performance is haunting and memorable. Bale's Batman: daydreaming, gloomy, and angry is the best copy of the caped crusader yet. All of the players nailed their parts. There were small logical gaps in the schemes and deeds of the characters. A man allowing an activated grenade to stay in his mouth, impossible to predict circumstances situated into traps. This is the best "Superhero" movie.… Expand

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FbFbFeb 13, 2009

This is easily the best batman movie by far with spectular action and a well acted cast every actor and actress in this movie delivered. My only problems were that they should have left twoface for the next movie and the fact that movie was This is easily the best batman movie by far with spectular action and a well acted cast every actor and actress in this movie delivered. My only problems were that they should have left twoface for the next movie and the fact that movie was fifteen mins to long.… Expand

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NerijusD.Feb 13, 2009

Good, but nothing exceptional as some people say, definitely not the BEST movie of 2008.

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SamuelJohnsonFeb 12, 2009

The attempt at setting a darker tone is only achieved through an incredible performance by Ledger. It should be noted that Nolan is inadequate in delivering the true tone that Burton instilled in both of his films e.g. Batman himself lookedThe attempt at setting a darker tone is only achieved through an incredible performance by Ledger. It should be noted that Nolan is inadequate in delivering the true tone that Burton instilled in both of his films e.g. Batman himself looked darker in Batman & Batman Returns. Nolan throws in way too much philosophy, which is mediocre and lacking in metaphysic... to be frank, the second time through I was literally looking at my watch, waiting for the film to be over. I would only watch the film once, but I recommend the film to those who are obsessed with the psychotic; then again, I as well find interest in the subject however I found The Crow, American Psycho, and the first Batman to be much better and less cliche in their approach to presenting such character. From an avid film connoisseur, the film could have been so much better, and it is highly over rated,… Expand

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tkFeb 10, 2009

This movie was no good the plot was the same old same old

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JohnJ.Feb 8, 2009

The best film since LOTR.

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DougR.Feb 7, 2009

Good acting does not make up for a poor story and worse plot. If you were a thief and a career criminal would you sign on to work for the fellow who murdered all his accomplices on a bank job? Would this same fellow have such a great Good acting does not make up for a poor story and worse plot. If you were a thief and a career criminal would you sign on to work for the fellow who murdered all his accomplices on a bank job? Would this same fellow have such a great following that his army of loyal criminal followers would plant explosives to implode an entire hospital and for fun plant more explosives on two ships to play russian roulette just for the fun of it...no money? What a crock. Dumbest story and most out of character foolishness I've ever seen in a Batman comic or movie. Bush's crazy terrorist run amock...yea right.… Expand

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JohnHendricksFeb 7, 2009

This movie is in a tie being the best film of the year(along with Slumdog Millionaire). This movie should have been nominated for best picture. The oscars are pathetic for nominating the Reader over The Dark Knight. This is a movie I couldThis movie is in a tie being the best film of the year(along with Slumdog Millionaire). This movie should have been nominated for best picture. The oscars are pathetic for nominating the Reader over The Dark Knight. This is a movie I could have seen over and over at the theaters and still not get tired with it. This was sad, but a great film. Great acting, musical score, special affects, synomatogrophy, and more. As much as I loved Batman Begins, this film trounces that in contrast. What a shame Heath Ledger died. He was such a splendid actor. Maggie Gyllenhaal, Christian Bale, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Gary Oldman, and Aaron Eckhart were also flawless actors. The new Rachel had rather small shoes to fill from the first Rachel, but she was a good actress. See the Dark Knight! Also Slumdog Millionaire!… Expand

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nickiw.Feb 2, 2009

Simply put, a masterpiece of modern cinema.

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JamesC.Jan 30, 2009

This is a brillant movie, packed with twists and turns, darken elements and much more. It certainly lives up to its hype and includes political, economical, and foreign affairs. The actors were brilliant. Christian Bale is brillant, in fact This is a brillant movie, packed with twists and turns, darken elements and much more. It certainly lives up to its hype and includes political, economical, and foreign affairs. The actors were brilliant. Christian Bale is brillant, in fact the best Batman ever.… Expand

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zeldiesJan 27, 2009

Lousy movie; boring; bad guys are recasts of bad 70's movie; this only gets hype because of Heath Ledger's death. wish more people were brave enough to say so. a 10 year old could have made this a better more wicked movie. even the Lousy movie; boring; bad guys are recasts of bad 70's movie; this only gets hype because of Heath Ledger's death. wish more people were brave enough to say so. a 10 year old could have made this a better more wicked movie. even the makeup on Heath was ridiculous.… Expand

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DarkK.Jan 26, 2009

One of the best movies of the year. The Academy don't know nothing.

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JaneA.Jan 25, 2009

For a blockbuster movie, this is one of the few I highly revere. Though very long, I hardly noticed how long I had been sitting in the theatre and almost wanted it to continue. Action-packed and fun, it makes for a great thrill. But at the For a blockbuster movie, this is one of the few I highly revere. Though very long, I hardly noticed how long I had been sitting in the theatre and almost wanted it to continue. Action-packed and fun, it makes for a great thrill. But at the same time, Heath Ledger owned the screen. Aside from the bias raised with the heartbreak of his death, his performance was undoubtably the most involved and skilled fathomable, and worthy of an Oscar. His death only makes the movie all the more tragic. I highly encourage everyone to see this to really respect the acting ability of such a man.… Expand

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SiR.Jan 25, 2009

First things first, Ledger's performance is great, but not so superb and world changing as the gushing praise would lead you to believe. Not factoring Ledger's death, the performance is great. The film however - not so great - First things first, Ledger's performance is great, but not so superb and world changing as the gushing praise would lead you to believe. Not factoring Ledger's death, the performance is great. The film however - not so great - being yet another soulless blockbuster disappointment. A big shiny mess of a movie. Gotham city appears so pristine and un-gothic that it may as well be set in Singapore. The mumbling, uninspiring city officials panicky instant reaction to each of the Joker's deadly plans (which ALWAYS includes something or someone being blown up) show little leadership or though. Perhaps the crime problem in Gotham City could be more easily solved by a simple re-election? As the story moves along in the usual blockbuster way we reach the ending sequence - a sequence so poorly edited and scattered it is hard to not drift off thinking about other things. Then there is Batman, whose mask seems too tight for his face causing him to speak in a ridiculously loud, nasally lisping way. This movie is as confused and schizophrenic as the Joker. Is this a Batman movie or is this a Joker movie? I don't know but the DVD cover I hold in my hand has NO reference to the character Batman apart from a small, obligatory bat symbol in the movies title - otherwise it's all about Ledger. I remember being truly surprised and taken with the "darkness" of Batman Begins. Where that film was an eerie study of Bruce Wayne's psychological childhood trauma, The Dark Knight is more a study of Bruce Wayne (as he puts it) unneeded and ready to retire. Maybe he is onto something?… Expand

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MarkEJan 25, 2009

Good not find one flaw in this film. A true piece of art.

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JDJan 23, 2009

Such a great movie, it goes way beyond all other comic book films. It is long but I never want it to end whenever I watch it. Performances are great, and obviously Heath is incredible. The technical production of this film is great, as is Such a great movie, it goes way beyond all other comic book films. It is long but I never want it to end whenever I watch it. Performances are great, and obviously Heath is incredible. The technical production of this film is great, as is the script. It's an exciting but emotionally deep film.… Expand

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robertiJan 19, 2009

It's Ledger, and what a performance--with an Al Franken voice inside that mask, to boot. Bale lives up to the histrionics too. But so dark, so dark.

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ErricE.Jan 17, 2009

The Dark Knight is a dark theme saga with a good balance of emotion and visual stimulation. All of the actors poured themselves into these roles, and in doing so gave a compelling performance. The Dark Knight shows us that violence and The Dark Knight is a dark theme saga with a good balance of emotion and visual stimulation. All of the actors poured themselves into these roles, and in doing so gave a compelling performance. The Dark Knight shows us that violence and non-stop action isn't always a bad thing.… Expand

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PeterS.Jan 14, 2009

Extremely overrated film. Jack Nicholson did a much better job with the role of the joker. Chris Bale's acting was mediocre. A predictable plot. Definitely not worthy of all the praise it's been receiving. As far as batman films Extremely overrated film. Jack Nicholson did a much better job with the role of the joker. Chris Bale's acting was mediocre. A predictable plot. Definitely not worthy of all the praise it's been receiving. As far as batman films go, the last one (Batman Begins) was more satisfying.… Expand

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PriMJan 12, 2009

Overlong, disjointed, with a convoluted plot and a good helping of silliness and hype. Completely devoid of any charm, unlike Burton's Batman, or even Nolan's previous effort. No likable characters, apart from Oldman's Overlong, disjointed, with a convoluted plot and a good helping of silliness and hype. Completely devoid of any charm, unlike Burton's Batman, or even Nolan's previous effort. No likable characters, apart from Oldman's perhaps. Bale now seems bored of the role. Freeman is still doing his 'Q' bit and I'm still getting used to Michael '..blow the the bloody doors off' Caine playing Alfred. Granted, Heath did very well. Batman and the Joker, due to their own reasons, pose no real threat to each other. Dent's U-turn from good to bad was laughable and the movie ends with a muddled moralistic pompous message that fails to truly uplift. TDK might still be riding on the crest of a wave of popularity and hype ( due mainly to one guys performance and untimely death) but I have a feeling the years will not be kind to this movie.… Expand

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FranciscoP.Jan 12, 2009

Could be a great movie. Nolan and his edition team must realize that sometimes longer doesn't mean better. But in the other side of the balance is the Joker... impressive character of Ledger. The film leaves something kind of unusual in Could be a great movie. Nolan and his edition team must realize that sometimes longer doesn't mean better. But in the other side of the balance is the Joker... impressive character of Ledger. The film leaves something kind of unusual in comic films: that the audience would like to become in the villian rather than Batman. The joker plays with us, just like does with Batman. Remarcable scenes: 1) The joker expose two different reasons of his scars (violent father and abandoned housband) Was he laughing of the typical villain?... Great script 2) The Joker being hanged down of the string. Was Nolan laughing of Burton's first Batman??? (remember that the joker falls down of the building?)… Expand

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BillKJan 10, 2009

Truly a great piece of entertainment... action and a good story line, plus really good acting. Especially good acting by Heath Ledger. And the muscles on Christian Bale... would make any man envious!

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JoeS.Jan 10, 2009

One of the best movies I've ever seen can't wait for the rerelease so I can catch it in Imax one more time.

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KE.Jan 9, 2009

Ledger's Joker act was truly the finest acting i've seen in a while. The action scenes were really great, and everything else was just 'wow'.

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LouisMenardJan 9, 2009

The whole movie was a 7... The two first hours were 8.5-9. It was lenghty and at the end, I was bored after having been amazed by the beginning.
Plus, Gotham is supposed to be a kinda' dark city (as in the first one, wich was better),The whole movie was a 7... The two first hours were 8.5-9. It was lenghty and at the end, I was bored after having been amazed by the beginning.
Plus, Gotham is supposed to be a kinda' dark city (as in the first one, wich was better), but in this one, it looks like... downtown Chicago at noon.
It's an overated movie, but still a good one. Anyone seeking entertainment should go and watch this.… Expand

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JoshW.Jan 8, 2009

Bad. Ledger ruined the film. Re-edited to get all joker scenes in. If Heath gets an ocar it is beacuse he died and nothing to do with acting.

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PhillllipppJan 7, 2009

anyone who DIDN'T like this movie is a complete idiot!!! a fantastic work of pure genius, except i didn't like the batman part (cos i hate that superhero rubbish), it was the joker that was worth watching it for. when i found out anyone who DIDN'T like this movie is a complete idiot!!! a fantastic work of pure genius, except i didn't like the batman part (cos i hate that superhero rubbish), it was the joker that was worth watching it for. when i found out about Heith Ledger's death i wasn't as shocked as i should have been (and i'm from australia, where it was all over the news), but after watching this movie i finally realise how much skill he had as an actor, and i now feel sadness that i should have felt before that he is no longer here. you know that you're supposed to hate him in this movie and that he's the bad guy who's killing everyone, but he's so... cool... They cover his face with paint to make him look ugly, and they give him a character that you're eant to dislike, and you still like him. A fine way to go Heith, a fine way to go.… Expand

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MenoktaseJan 7, 2009

I enjoyed it. Especially the plot and characters were well designed. Also the messages of the film were well-conveyed. The only thing I did not like about the movie is the length of it. If it were around 90 minutes it would be better I think.

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KevinW.Jan 6, 2009

Near-perfect.

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HenryOJan 6, 2009

This was a spectacular films, but like all in life its not without weaknesses. Nonetheless this gems burns brightly in the darkest of nights!

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DiegoLJan 5, 2009

One of the greatest action movies ever, and the best movie of the year. Not a doubt.

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LinLJan 4, 2009

Some swell special effects . . . but I wonder, do you have to be a comic book aficionado to buy into the whole "superhero as tortured neurotic incompetent" bit? I thought "Iron Man" was a lot more satisfying.

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EKJan 4, 2009

Certainly not worthy of the praise or hype and not as good as its predecessor, which, unlike this film, could be enjoyed by anyone who had little in interest in Batman. I found it troublesome that Gotham's true 'shining Certainly not worthy of the praise or hype and not as good as its predecessor, which, unlike this film, could be enjoyed by anyone who had little in interest in Batman. I found it troublesome that Gotham's true 'shining knight' - is the smarmy, rather obnoxious Harvey Dent. Gordon and Batman decide to lie to the people of Gotham to protect his reputation, because, well..they seem to think they are moronic sheep who would never believe the truth about Dent's demise. Plus points: Nice cinematography, there are some decent action set pieces and Ledger was very good as the Joker, although I felt his Joker seemed to give Batman a little too much respect. Overall, an okay film. Just needed a better story.… Expand

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NicholasDJan 4, 2009

Perfect.

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MajorMJan 3, 2009

Great overall movie but i thought that Heath Ledger made this movie what it was, and it is not because he passed it is because he really put alot of effort and time in this role and i think he deserves an oscar.

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HollyFJan 3, 2009

Is is absolutely not as great as everyone said it is. I enjoyed it, but I also enjoyed Iron Man just as much. But at least Iron Man knew what it was trying to be. TDK tries to balance action whilst attempting to be "thought provoking drama". Is is absolutely not as great as everyone said it is. I enjoyed it, but I also enjoyed Iron Man just as much. But at least Iron Man knew what it was trying to be. TDK tries to balance action whilst attempting to be "thought provoking drama". I felt very alienated because of it and insulted. My favorite scene was the large action sequence in act 2 with the transport. Problem with that is that the action sequence is NEVER my fave scene in a film. That just goes to show how the dramatic components fail. Problem is action is not suppose to be subtle while drama is and the problem with this movie is that everything is just so in your face, including the film arrogant, annoying and pompous message. I enjoyed it, but is far from being a masterpiece.… Expand

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NikoLJan 3, 2009

Just a glorified cop thriller with some explosions thrown in. Batman voice was awful and no reason the film to be praised like it's The Godfather of this generation when Batman's voice makes you cringe because it's too forced. Just a glorified cop thriller with some explosions thrown in. Batman voice was awful and no reason the film to be praised like it's The Godfather of this generation when Batman's voice makes you cringe because it's too forced. I didn't understand the ending, [spoiler]Why did Two Face go after Gordon the way he did? He was the one going to save that ugly fiance that Harvey cared so much for.[/spoiler] And the let's not forget the "feel good" moment of the two ferry's not detonating eachother - too stupid to believe. Watchable for one time, couldn't bare it the second time.… Expand

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AngeloMJan 1, 2009

Epic. This spectacular performance can and will not be duplicated.

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EricMDec 31, 2008

The city of Gatham is under attack for 2 1/2 hours. Though Heath Ledger is wonderful as a sadistic, clever Joker, the movie runs long, humor is absent, and the solomn tone is relentless. The director favors shooting much of the film in muted The city of Gatham is under attack for 2 1/2 hours. Though Heath Ledger is wonderful as a sadistic, clever Joker, the movie runs long, humor is absent, and the solomn tone is relentless. The director favors shooting much of the film in muted colors of gray and indigo and emphasizes dark shots. Well acted, but after 152 minutes I was ready for a dose of whatever Heath Ledger took to ease the pain. I rate a 6 for pretty good action and acting--but the film has its drawbacks.… Expand

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PaulRDec 31, 2008

I am going to be the first one to say, "How could anyone hate this film"? I mean yes it is a little long, but it has the intelligence to keep it interesting. The joker does steal the show, but offers a point of view that needs to be I am going to be the first one to say, "How could anyone hate this film"? I mean yes it is a little long, but it has the intelligence to keep it interesting. The joker does steal the show, but offers a point of view that needs to be embraced, and not ignored. If anyone ever read the newer comic adaptations of Batman, than this is a dream come true. It is a very tragic comic, and the Joker and Batman are dark disturbing characters just like in the film. Christopher Nolan is a godsend to this franchise, giving it heart and soul. Finally, comic book films can be art, plus win academy awards in major catergories. Isn't that what comic fans have wanted for years for their favorite books being brought to screen and being so respected? My one problem with the Dark Knight is Bale. He is so dry and wooden. The Jokers plot is the whole plot of movie. His story is the driving force in the Dark Knight. Everyone loves the Joker more than Batman because he has no limits, no rules. That is why this will be the best film in the series. As for plot holes, every arrogant person thinks they see them, beleive me I went to film school. Some people can't just accept some things the way they are without trying to be the next Roger Ebert, or a lesser Roeper.… Expand

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TonyMDec 31, 2008

Perhaps it was because of how much it was hyped, perhaps it's because I saw the movie late and missed out on the excitement, but I felt that this film was not quite as good as it perhaps should have been. It had all the elements of a Perhaps it was because of how much it was hyped, perhaps it's because I saw the movie late and missed out on the excitement, but I felt that this film was not quite as good as it perhaps should have been. It had all the elements of a superhero movie but had a tendency towards pretention. Heath Ledger's turn as the Joker is particularly overrated and since when did Batman have to talk like the Cookie Monster all the time? It was worth a watch but ultimately could have been better.… Expand

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LittleJoeDec 31, 2008

I wanted to like this movie because of its high scores both by critics and users, but I found it to be very confusing and extremely hard to follow. The effects were spectacular, the acting nicely done, but the plot was a complete mishmash.

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OranLDec 30, 2008

Heath Ledger gives the most stunning performance of his career.

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MarkKDec 30, 2008

Quiet simply the best Batman film ever made. Everything from acting to film making is at it's peak here.

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SamMDec 30, 2008

"The Dark Knight" is the best movie i've seen this year. It makes other batman movies seem like they were were written by three year olds. If you haven't seen this your are missing out.

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ShaneDec 29, 2008

I have seen the movie three times and it holds strong. The storyline is complex to find new things in multiple viewings. Ledger is brilliantly creepy, Gordan actually has some cool parts, Bale as Batman is amazing, in stead of having his I have seen the movie three times and it holds strong. The storyline is complex to find new things in multiple viewings. Ledger is brilliantly creepy, Gordan actually has some cool parts, Bale as Batman is amazing, in stead of having his fight seens blurry flurrys as in Batman Begins his fighting sequences are methodical and smooth as he easily dispatches henchmen, he's an unstoppable force. An amazing movie altogether I just got the two disc collectors edition. (P.S. This is the most believable and realistic super hero movie, it can actually be taken seriously)… Expand

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DareDec 29, 2008

I never like Batman too much until I watched this movie. Joker is amazing, too. This movie was thoroughly entertaining and suspenseful.

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JoshyJDec 29, 2008

this is one movie which no comic lover should miss irrespective of who ever may be his or her favourite character. After watching the Movie u would know why i mean it. My Favourite until i watched Batman Begins was He-man and Superman and this is one movie which no comic lover should miss irrespective of who ever may be his or her favourite character. After watching the Movie u would know why i mean it. My Favourite until i watched Batman Begins was He-man and Superman and then batman, but after Batman Begins i started to like the character and after watching THE DARK KNIGHT, i had no option left but to admire and respect the character by the way it was portrayed...Hats off to Nolan and Keith and also Bale. All in all Wonderful Movie and i am glad that i was the first one to watch it 8 times in IMAX in my city and the first one to have the Blu-Ray Disc in the Office and City. i feel so proud of it too. Hats off the entire Production.… Expand

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NNDec 27, 2008

Stupid Idiotic movie of the worst kind Jumbled plot, meaningless violence and sadistic We have hit real low for so many critics to give such high marks

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MattBDec 26, 2008

The greatest entertainment epic in the history of everything.

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jackiemDec 25, 2008

this is my favourite movie i would watch it every single day if i could.heath ledger did a phenominal job for a last performance.may he rest in peace

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jvDec 25, 2008

Episodic, hard to follow, dumb, and the girl was unappealing. Yes, Heath Ledger was great, but the movie was not worth sitting through to watch his performance. The Batman movies are just aggregations of special effects shlock, fluff-candy Episodic, hard to follow, dumb, and the girl was unappealing. Yes, Heath Ledger was great, but the movie was not worth sitting through to watch his performance. The Batman movies are just aggregations of special effects shlock, fluff-candy for the masses.… Expand

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JasonH.Dec 25, 2008

The movie has some good ideas however did not make sense way the Joker was kept alive for so long. The movie did not have to be so long.

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blablablaDec 23, 2008

what a super snooze. the acting, especially from that maggie granny face gylenhaal, is atrocious - the one liners are cheesy without the kitsch factor. so done before, every inch of it felt like watching a 90's movie. dreary and drab. mewhat a super snooze. the acting, especially from that maggie granny face gylenhaal, is atrocious - the one liners are cheesy without the kitsch factor. so done before, every inch of it felt like watching a 90's movie. dreary and drab. me and my mate left before the end i dont ever care to know.… Expand

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VincentDec 20, 2008

A great movie all around and the end is superb.

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