The Dark Knight
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: July 18, 2008
8.9
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7
halbDec 19, 2008
Perhaps it loses some of its impact on the small screen (I have only a 32-inch flat screen TV), but I was expecting a bit more from this film. It's a good, not a great, movie. The actors, esp. Ledger, do a very good job in this, the Perhaps it loses some of its impact on the small screen (I have only a 32-inch flat screen TV), but I was expecting a bit more from this film. It's a good, not a great, movie. The actors, esp. Ledger, do a very good job in this, the continuing saga of a comic book legend. Perhaps a second viewing will WOW me more...?… Expand
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ArmondA.Dec 18, 2008
The makers of this film bought themselves a terrific toolbox but they didn't build much of anything. Well actually they made a very big, noisy, philosophically pompous, bore. It runs awfully long, too, as if trying to make up for its The makers of this film bought themselves a terrific toolbox but they didn't build much of anything. Well actually they made a very big, noisy, philosophically pompous, bore. It runs awfully long, too, as if trying to make up for its lack of satisfying content by giving a second and third helping, as the crash-em-up episodes just keep on coming. Please, no more of this batty-man. The myth has been over-explored and wrung out. Maybe it's time for an updated version of the campy interpretation many of us howled at 40 years ago.… Expand
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DavidDec 15, 2008
A halfway decent superhero flick that takes itself way too seriously, wanting to be the next Heat but failing. Horrendously edited, with an overstuffed plot and misused actors. Ledger steals the show; without him it would be plainA halfway decent superhero flick that takes itself way too seriously, wanting to be the next Heat but failing. Horrendously edited, with an overstuffed plot and misused actors. Ledger steals the show; without him it would be plain unremarkable. So, not really a bad film, but not at all a great one, and completely undeserving of the ridiculously high praise being given to it.… Expand
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DaleMDec 15, 2008
This movie is a mix of utterly serious themes mixed with a bunch of silliness. One minute an 18-wheeler is racing down city streets taking corners at 50 miles an hour in a manner 18-wheelers just don't do, and the next someone is This movie is a mix of utterly serious themes mixed with a bunch of silliness. One minute an 18-wheeler is racing down city streets taking corners at 50 miles an hour in a manner 18-wheelers just don't do, and the next someone is brooding on some deep subject. The seriousness ruins the fun factor of the movie, and the fun stuff makes the serious seem bathetic.… Expand
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HarsH.Dec 15, 2008
Quite possibly the most overrated Hollywood film since Titanic. Convoluted and overwrought with dry performances, unnecessary subplots, and derivative action sequences. Ledger gives a compelling performance in what is otherwise a vacuous Quite possibly the most overrated Hollywood film since Titanic. Convoluted and overwrought with dry performances, unnecessary subplots, and derivative action sequences. Ledger gives a compelling performance in what is otherwise a vacuous film. I respect Christopher Nolan, but he needs to ask Jon Favreau how to make a superhero film.… Expand
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AndrewLDec 15, 2008
with the phenomenal performance of heath ledger and again by gary oldman the sequel to batman begins didnt cease to amaze me, not in the slightest. thinking i'd only watch the ledger parts from the blu-ray disc, i ended up watching thewith the phenomenal performance of heath ledger and again by gary oldman the sequel to batman begins didnt cease to amaze me, not in the slightest. thinking i'd only watch the ledger parts from the blu-ray disc, i ended up watching the entire thing start to finish - it truly is a masterpiece.… Expand
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TonyO.Dec 14, 2008
I like Batman. I like Christopher Nolan. I like Christian Bale. I like comic book film adaptations, by and large. So why didn't I like this movie? 1. Way too long. 2. Some really pointless sub-plots and over-egged supporting characters. I like Batman. I like Christopher Nolan. I like Christian Bale. I like comic book film adaptations, by and large. So why didn't I like this movie? 1. Way too long. 2. Some really pointless sub-plots and over-egged supporting characters. 3. too many tedious and unexciting action sequences. 4. In short, it suffered from the same syndrome as Spider-Man 3 and X-men 3 - yet another puffed up sequel based on a promising beginning. Of course there are some good bits… Expand
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DanielW.Dec 14, 2008
Heath Ledger's acting makes this film. It is the greatest comic to film transition ever, it really does create a whole new film franchise that separates it from the dull and camp batman films of yesteryear.
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10
C.K.Dec 12, 2008
Amazing.
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SB.Dec 12, 2008
Pretty good take on the Batman universe. Borrows some ideas and throws in some rather silly action sequences while trying a bit too hard to be relevant. A good movie, but I couldn't really see what all the fuss was about. There Pretty good take on the Batman universe. Borrows some ideas and throws in some rather silly action sequences while trying a bit too hard to be relevant. A good movie, but I couldn't really see what all the fuss was about. There wasn't anything overwhelming or extraordinary about it.… Expand
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LordW.Dec 12, 2008
The Best Batman I have ever seen. Good filming good athmosphear Greats Actor A must to see.
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SunshineW.Dec 11, 2008
Excellent film! i understand why some people weren't "wowed" by it but there is no logical reason for why people are giving ratings of 0!! It seems that for some people if a film is even slightly disappointing then they say its sh*t!!! Excellent film! i understand why some people weren't "wowed" by it but there is no logical reason for why people are giving ratings of 0!! It seems that for some people if a film is even slightly disappointing then they say its sh*t!!! These peoples opinions are totally invalid! Idiots!! From a creative point of view this film was spectacular. All the acting was very strong. Christian Bale can act......he puts on the gruff monotone when he's as Batman so people don't recognize his voice. All the people complaining about his voice in this film obviously didn't think of that! Idiots (again)! And yes of course Heath Ledger was brilliant. Great film! ps. Paulio G - "Over the top story" !!!! you do realize that this is a comic book adaptation yeah? It is a fantasy film, i think that you are somewhat expected to suspend your belief before watching! Its not a documentary!!!!… Expand
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ColeF.Dec 11, 2008
This movie is a thrill ride start to finish and Heath Ledger's performance is enough to make the movie a 10. But don't forget all the other excellent things in the movie, with awesome action and impeccable story "The Dark Night" is This movie is a thrill ride start to finish and Heath Ledger's performance is enough to make the movie a 10. But don't forget all the other excellent things in the movie, with awesome action and impeccable story "The Dark Night" is the best of the year.… Expand
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PacoS.Dec 10, 2008
The first movie was so good I found this story to be lame contrived, I feel too much credit is given to Heath for his portrayal of the Joker, couple of great moments, and a few cool weapons or gizmos other then that lame. I feel they should The first movie was so good I found this story to be lame contrived, I feel too much credit is given to Heath for his portrayal of the Joker, couple of great moments, and a few cool weapons or gizmos other then that lame. I feel they should have created a new story around a villain that hadn't been used before, hard to beat Jack's version of Joker.… Expand
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DaveSDec 10, 2008
Shakespearean is the first word that comes to mind when I see this film. Although I think the acting is all excellent and writing far above average I think Heath Ledger's performance should be considered not as a best supporting actor Shakespearean is the first word that comes to mind when I see this film. Although I think the acting is all excellent and writing far above average I think Heath Ledger's performance should be considered not as a best supporting actor but as a Best Actor even though his character is supporting. You can't take your eyes off him whem he's onscreen.… Expand
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StevenG.Dec 9, 2008
Good movie, but overrated. As many before me have stated, Heather Ledger was great. The cinematography and music are great. The first thirty minutes are fantastic, but the film gets caught up in minutae and too many plot threads, namely the Good movie, but overrated. As many before me have stated, Heather Ledger was great. The cinematography and music are great. The first thirty minutes are fantastic, but the film gets caught up in minutae and too many plot threads, namely the Two-Face/Harvey Dent character. This film could have been simplified, and would have thus been more satisfying. I dig the ambition a lot, don't get me wrong. But this is not the best superhero movie ever made. Don't ask me what is--I think they're all pretty flawed.… Expand
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LeeB.Dec 8, 2008
Worth watching just for the hospital bit. Ledger really carries this film (Best bit about it) but the rest of the cast do their part. Sure you could pick the plot apart into a holey mess but that'd be taking away the excitement of the Worth watching just for the hospital bit. Ledger really carries this film (Best bit about it) but the rest of the cast do their part. Sure you could pick the plot apart into a holey mess but that'd be taking away the excitement of the Joker single-handedly tearing Gotham City apart And the hospital bit!… Expand
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toml.Dec 8, 2008
What a fantastic film. Great special effects, a super performance by Heath Ledger. How these bloody American newspapers keep scoring this film at anything below 100% is beyond me.
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PaulLahaieDec 4, 2008
Heath Ledger was the best part of this movie, bar none. The first 3/4 of the movie are definitely enjoyable, but beyond that? It drags like it has an anchor on it, which is a shame. Of course if the joker made more appearances in the latterHeath Ledger was the best part of this movie, bar none. The first 3/4 of the movie are definitely enjoyable, but beyond that? It drags like it has an anchor on it, which is a shame. Of course if the joker made more appearances in the latter scenes, it would have most certainly validated them.… Expand
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AronJ.Dec 1, 2008
Cut batman out and youve still got a mediocre story, and movie. Although full of a-listers like ledger, bale, and eckhart, its still unappealing. The acting was great, but, limited, the strongest performences came from eckhart and leger, Cut batman out and youve still got a mediocre story, and movie. Although full of a-listers like ledger, bale, and eckhart, its still unappealing. The acting was great, but, limited, the strongest performences came from eckhart and leger, bale is overrated as an actor.… Expand
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JayH.Nov 26, 2008
It's certainly well produced, outstanding special effects. Two excellent performances, Maggie Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger. Michael Caine is good as well. But it's overlong, overrated and overdone. It never "wowed" me.
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KPNov 23, 2008
The single best Comic book movie ever made. I often feel that metacrtic scores are off. And 82 is definitely low. There simply isn't a weak spot in this film. Heath is amazing. The writing and story are great. The score is fabulous. The The single best Comic book movie ever made. I often feel that metacrtic scores are off. And 82 is definitely low. There simply isn't a weak spot in this film. Heath is amazing. The writing and story are great. The score is fabulous. The film has many of the intangibles that make a movie great. Any fan of Batman will be thrilled. Scratch that, any fan of the action genre will love this movie.… Expand
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JackS.Nov 22, 2008
This movie was one of the most intense movie ever! The Joker plays one of the best bad guys ever in Batman! Stanly K. doesn't have any idea, boring film? It kept you intrested all the time! I gave it a 9 because you do sort of get tired This movie was one of the most intense movie ever! The Joker plays one of the best bad guys ever in Batman! Stanly K. doesn't have any idea, boring film? It kept you intrested all the time! I gave it a 9 because you do sort of get tired of all the violence and action. But, that was pretty cool too.… Expand
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EbriamH.Nov 19, 2008
Fantastic. Batman is a complex and in genius film The Joker is the icing on the cake. Stunning, R.I.P Ledger!
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GusM.Nov 19, 2008
This is one of the best cast with an amazin cast and the best supporting actor role or best role ever done by someone. The joker was amazin.
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10
RobertT.Nov 19, 2008
I saw "The Dark Knight" in the theatres-21 times. I tell you there has not been a solid super-hero movie that I have not liked and"The Dark Knight" is no exemption, especially with Christian Bale as Batman. He is absolutely my favorite actor I saw "The Dark Knight" in the theatres-21 times. I tell you there has not been a solid super-hero movie that I have not liked and"The Dark Knight" is no exemption, especially with Christian Bale as Batman. He is absolutely my favorite actor in this one and I for one hope he comes back to complete the trilogy. A friend of mine is getting me this movie as a christmas gift and I am looking forward to that. My dream is to someday have my own television station airing these kinds of movies and I will be excited about the up and coming "Batman3".… Expand
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PaulioG.Nov 18, 2008
Over the top story, acting, action, runtime, characters, and critical acclaim. The only aspect of this movie Not OTT was Batman. Who was underplayed, had a silly voice, and didnt seem to be in the movie that much.
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WilliamM.Nov 17, 2008
Probably the most captivating movie experience I've ever had. Ledger was absolutely brilliant and compelling in his role. The contrast between hero and villain makes this movie more than a superhero movie. Truly causes one to pause and Probably the most captivating movie experience I've ever had. Ledger was absolutely brilliant and compelling in his role. The contrast between hero and villain makes this movie more than a superhero movie. Truly causes one to pause and question the direction of their own moral compass.… Expand
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R.J.L.Nov 17, 2008
Enthralling and truly amazing!! The Dark Knight is one of the best super-hero movie ever made. The amazing acting and directing and visual effects makes this one of the best movies of 2008. The Dark Knight beginnings where Batman begins Enthralling and truly amazing!! The Dark Knight is one of the best super-hero movie ever made. The amazing acting and directing and visual effects makes this one of the best movies of 2008. The Dark Knight beginnings where Batman begins leaves off with the Joker causing turmoil and pandemonium in the crime infested Gotham city, the clown prince of crime soon becomes a throne in Batman side as he tries to battle the Joker and his conscience of whether or not to kill the Joker or put him away. Which bring all viewers to ask one question how far will batman go to get rid of the Joker and crime? Christoper Nolan gives us a look at the darker side of Batman and the Joker like no one has ever seen before, all adding up to the wildest and darkest superhero flick ever made. I very highly recommend this movie… Expand
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MarkNov 16, 2008
By far the best comic book film to date. Not too many special effects. Excellent acting, especially from Ledger. Amazing score. Very dark and haunting.
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BMartinNov 14, 2008
Darker and more complex than Batman Begins. This is one hell of a movie that will leave you exhausted but eager to see it again.
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ScraglowworstreviewereverNov 14, 2008
Once again Michael scraglow is on the bottom for low vote against a good movie. Why in hell does this guy still have a job as a professional critic, he's completely clueless. He's given some of the best movies out there horrible Once again Michael scraglow is on the bottom for low vote against a good movie. Why in hell does this guy still have a job as a professional critic, he's completely clueless. He's given some of the best movies out there horrible ratings and then given complete stinkers high scores. He's like a crap barometer, if Scraglow likes it, then it's crap, complete and utter fly infested maggot ridden crap. Batman was great by the way.… Expand
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StanleyK.Nov 14, 2008
Totally OVERRATED. Boring film, poor idea. Nolan should not continue Batman like this. Heath Ledger's performance was good, but he was not The Joker we all know.
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ZeekS.Nov 10, 2008
Truly amazing, sound and visuals make this movie one of the best ever. Astounding production with breath-taking performances.
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JoshC.Nov 9, 2008
A sadly average movie that is grossly overrated. While many performances are great (despite the much talked about performance of Heath Ledger, Freeman, Caine, and Oldman give equally good performances) and some truly breathtaking moments (a A sadly average movie that is grossly overrated. While many performances are great (despite the much talked about performance of Heath Ledger, Freeman, Caine, and Oldman give equally good performances) and some truly breathtaking moments (a bound to be much repeated opening shot that slowly zooms in over the skyline), the movie is killed by it's length, overly-convoluted plot and lack of any real character development. More depressing still are the flat performances of Christian Bale, Aaron Eckhart and Maggie Gyllenhaal, all of whom are too stiff and bland to really care about. A number of smaller problems (a stupidly overdone batsuit, a two-face subplot that doesn't go anywhere, and Bruce Wayne coming off as far too whiny) all bring down the film. Which is a true shame as the movie shows real potential in a lot of areas. However, the film starts strong and ends up going nowhere for far too long.… Expand
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KaylaG.Nov 5, 2008
For the tragic death of Heath Ledgar what an amazing performance to end his career. I was never interested in the hole Batman movies. Then I saw "The Dark Knight" and it is now one of my favorite movies. Christopher Nolan what an amazing For the tragic death of Heath Ledgar what an amazing performance to end his career. I was never interested in the hole Batman movies. Then I saw "The Dark Knight" and it is now one of my favorite movies. Christopher Nolan what an amazing job. You found the right characters to play in the movie and boy did they do an amazing job. By far a 10 in my eyes.… Expand
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TomB.Nov 1, 2008
How could it possibly be that all of those people and critics ignore or accept the ridiculousness of this movie with its impossible moments and aspects and a serious young guy dressed as a bat?
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SteveE.Oct 30, 2008
This movie had about one hour too much plot. They should have cut down on the plot and explored more of a simpler version. It looks like they really tried to make this a quality movie, but, as they say, "less is more". The settings were This movie had about one hour too much plot. They should have cut down on the plot and explored more of a simpler version. It looks like they really tried to make this a quality movie, but, as they say, "less is more". The settings were outstanding, as was Heath Ledger.… Expand
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NicolasR.Oct 26, 2008
Excellent movie, and a master piece, although it was not made for pop culture who doesnt understand a modern Hamlet and go out to a cinema to find a HSM movie, that wasnt too long for their disney chanel movie style.
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JayB.Oct 22, 2008
EXTREMELY overrated. Too long, bland overacting on Christian Bale's part, a forgettable Maggie Gyllenhaal and two-face, pretentious scatterbrained writing and plot, not to mention it lacks the "dark" part in dark knight; completely EXTREMELY overrated. Too long, bland overacting on Christian Bale's part, a forgettable Maggie Gyllenhaal and two-face, pretentious scatterbrained writing and plot, not to mention it lacks the "dark" part in dark knight; completely cheesy. Speaking of cheesy, Batman's voice...wow. The ONLY thing that saved this movie was Heath Ledger, and now he's dead. The franchise is over.… Expand
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ErlantzJ.Oct 22, 2008
Incredibly well done movie, with great action, better casting and good plot. I love this movie, dark like the real batman, gray like the real life. I can't stop thinking in Joker's character. It's a pitty we won't see him again.
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CP.Oct 22, 2008
What an excellent film. Full of twists and turns that you would not see coming. It is epic in every sense and the worst part is the end as you really do not want the movie to end.
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MatthewM.Oct 18, 2008
This movie was lame. Too long, too many anti-climactic action scense, fight choreography sucked, Maggie G was insufferable, Robert Downy Jr would have made a better bruce wayne than Bale, way too many stupid plot twists. Nolan tried way too This movie was lame. Too long, too many anti-climactic action scense, fight choreography sucked, Maggie G was insufferable, Robert Downy Jr would have made a better bruce wayne than Bale, way too many stupid plot twists. Nolan tried way too hard, and apart from Ledger, the rest of the actors weren't believable. Heath's performance was the only shining aspect of this film. I don't think he was better than jack nicholson, but a great interpretation of the joker nonetheless. Lastly, ledger's death without a doubt inflated the success of the film, and if he hadn't died i don't believe it would be the 2nd highest grossing movie of all time, or anywhere near it. Overall it was dissapointing, way below my expectations.… Expand
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PeterCOct 18, 2008
Heath Ledgers performance in this must see movie was amazing i seen this movie twice in the cinema just to see Heath perform. Best Super Hero movie of 2008. Acting, story, script & settings all very good. Must see movie.
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DaveFOct 17, 2008
One of the best movies I've seen in a while. A great capture of the Dark Knight series of illustrated books, exceptionally-acted and brilliantly filmed. Not a film for your young children though due to graphic violence.
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JamesLulzOct 9, 2008
this movie was too long. mightv been better if it was about 1/2 the time. also it takes itself too seriously for a movie based off a comic book and after the first half you begin to wonder why you bother with the movie and its constantthis movie was too long. mightv been better if it was about 1/2 the time. also it takes itself too seriously for a movie based off a comic book and after the first half you begin to wonder why you bother with the movie and its constant undramatic "twists"… Expand
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ManlyHunterOct 8, 2008
When The Dark Knight trailer was first released it seemed that every American paused to watch it. I never saw the trailer, but instead I stood in line with loads of people dressed in crazy costumes to watch the movie at the imax version of When The Dark Knight trailer was first released it seemed that every American paused to watch it. I never saw the trailer, but instead I stood in line with loads of people dressed in crazy costumes to watch the movie at the imax version of the film. I do have to say that is was worth it. It was action packed and had a good plot, much better than its previous tale (I didn… Expand
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AliR.Oct 8, 2008
Finest of Heath Ledger, best Super Hero movie of 2008. Acting, story, script & settings , all awesome. Must watch Action.
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JackB.Oct 6, 2008
Very slow to start, yet you are rewarded with perhaps one of the most convincing villains in many modern films. The joker is fantastic, and i would recommend this just to see him.
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LeviH.Oct 6, 2008
When people said Heath Ledger ought to win an Oscar, most of the regular movie-going community passed it off as a rolethat would be, like Jonny Depp's Jack Sparrow, nominated but not awarded. That was before we, the public, were When people said Heath Ledger ought to win an Oscar, most of the regular movie-going community passed it off as a rolethat would be, like Jonny Depp's Jack Sparrow, nominated but not awarded. That was before we, the public, were subjected to a crap infested year of cinematic self-flagellation. I would be amazed if the academy could even find another performance worth nominating this year. Hell, even Bale's performance, in comparison to the general talent, could probably beat out most of the crowd... That said, the movie itself was a must see, and it's flaws were compensated by the superb directing and performance of Ledger.… Expand
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IlkayB.Oct 5, 2008
It's one of the best films ever made. Outstanding performances, outstanding plot and the flawless traps -almost- of Joker that make us uncomfortable on our seats.. I gave this movie a mega 10.
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JeffS.Oct 4, 2008
This is a film that is one of a kind. I watched it multiple times and the structure of it should be taught in schools. I bought the script so I could learn how a movie was properly done. This is one of the best crime movies ever made and it This is a film that is one of a kind. I watched it multiple times and the structure of it should be taught in schools. I bought the script so I could learn how a movie was properly done. This is one of the best crime movies ever made and it happens to have Batman in it. The best part is it all seems like it could happen. Everything in this movie is done well, and for the naysayers...It just proves that some people shouldn't be aloud to vote.… Expand
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BradC.Oct 3, 2008
There are times when you know your going to see a good movie and then there are times you come out seeing a movies that was better than the hype and thats as rare as the Knicks making it to the playoffs but thats exactly what happened with There are times when you know your going to see a good movie and then there are times you come out seeing a movies that was better than the hype and thats as rare as the Knicks making it to the playoffs but thats exactly what happened with The Dark Knight.From start to finish my seat had no more edge to seat on,Everyone and i mean everyone played there charactor to the bone and bought them to live but the real scene stealler is of course The Late Heath Ledger this was a role that any ordinary actor could play but 1 in a generation could live and not know they were acting and thats how brillent and am memorising heaths Psychopathic clown really is and the most Supporting Actor Oscor worthy performance ive ever seen. RIP HEATH.… Expand
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PaulW.Oct 2, 2008
Batmanan has a speech impediment; the Joker needs a chap stick to nurse his dry lips; the script is sophomoric; the girl anything but sexy; the photography chaotic. Found it so boring I almost fell asleep. For a guy who adored the comic Batmanan has a speech impediment; the Joker needs a chap stick to nurse his dry lips; the script is sophomoric; the girl anything but sexy; the photography chaotic. Found it so boring I almost fell asleep. For a guy who adored the comic strip when he was a kid this just doesn't hack it.… Expand
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ChristianS.Oct 2, 2008
This is the best movie ever made. It has everything you want in a movie. Excellent sequalt to Batman Begins. If possible i would give it 1000000000 out of ten.
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PaulTOct 1, 2008
I have to agree with Karen. For me the best scenes were those that involved dialog. Movie strated very well, but just seemed to get more and more silly. Silly to the point where the story was not relevent anymore. A major disapointment as I have to agree with Karen. For me the best scenes were those that involved dialog. Movie strated very well, but just seemed to get more and more silly. Silly to the point where the story was not relevent anymore. A major disapointment as far as I was concerned… Expand
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JoePeterssenSep 26, 2008
A very average film. Heath Ledger created a fine Joker, but to compare him with Nicholson and favor him is insulting. He's essentially just playing a pretty generic psychotic role in the mantle of the joker and can't really dazzleA very average film. Heath Ledger created a fine Joker, but to compare him with Nicholson and favor him is insulting. He's essentially just playing a pretty generic psychotic role in the mantle of the joker and can't really dazzle after a scene or two. Christian Bale is completely wooden in his role as Bruce Wayne and Batman seemed to be in the movie just to warrant this movie to be called a sequal.
Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman are there to lend credibility and when they were on the screen, the movie was actually pretty great. Pitty though that they only got about 1 % of the movie's screen time. Aaron Eckhardt was given nada to work with and was equally wasted. But who can really be surprised. Just too many inane plot turns which just pulls you further and further away from wanting to find out where it all was heading. I Walked out after the 90 minute mark to get a smoke and didn't bother to walk back into the theatre.
The evening was saved appraoching a pretty girl at the bar serving overpriced booze. We ended up at her place and we danced till the first rays of morning sunlight found their way through the raggid drapes covering a cracked windowpane. As she peeled of my clothes as if I was a ripe tangerine, she whispered softly in my ear a mantra of passion.
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Night: 4/****… Expand
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PeteS.Sep 23, 2008
Walked out after the 70 minute mark, there's only so much overlong pointless and ridicluously illogical action without plot one can take. Should have been called Transformers II. A pork chop labelled as a steak.
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KarenD.Sep 22, 2008
This movie seriously rocked hard core and I believe that the Joker is an AMAZING character!!
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WillyM.Sep 21, 2008
Heath Ledger is amazing, but the movie is a dark, nasty mess with a gaping hole in the middle where a hero should be. Feels like it's 4 hours long.
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Cuah123Sep 15, 2008
Some of batman's dialogue was so corny and horribly performed I couldn't not believe what I was watching! Was it just me or did African Americans die super violently in this movie? Pencil in the eye, cut up cheek, 1 pool stick for Some of batman's dialogue was so corny and horribly performed I couldn't not believe what I was watching! Was it just me or did African Americans die super violently in this movie? Pencil in the eye, cut up cheek, 1 pool stick for 3, a shotgun to the chest, what the hell gives?… Expand
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RafaelD.Sep 15, 2008
One of the best super-heroes movies ever made.
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KarenW.Sep 14, 2008
Gotta go against the grain here. Great performances, including one that should get Heath Ledger nominated for a posthumous Oscar, but in the end, you have to ask what was the point? I initially thought they had to reconstruct and reedit Gotta go against the grain here. Great performances, including one that should get Heath Ledger nominated for a posthumous Oscar, but in the end, you have to ask what was the point? I initially thought they had to reconstruct and reedit after Ledger's death because that's the way the plot came out: jumbled and disjointed. It seemed to come close to making a point a few times, then just skittered away from it. OK, yes, it was striving to be something more than a superhero story, but it fell so far short of Batman Begins that it devolved into a paean to violence; in that flick, violence served to advance the plot while here it seemed to be inserted (liberally) for its own sake. While it was bloodless, you understood that the Joker was doing a fair amount of slashing off-screen, and there seemed no point in showing a fabricated genesis of Two-face when he lasts about 20 on-screen minutes before going the way of all flesh. My stomach is still in knots the way it was after, say, Aliens, but this was less of a roller-coaster ride and more of a cheap carnival funhouse trip. My one thought is that perhaps, like Peter Jackson's version of The Two Towers, it will all make a lot more sense once the DVD comes out if it has 40 minutes of deleted footage, but the film left me with such a bad taste in my mouth from the abysmal plotting and excessive violence that it's not something I plan to go out of my way to find out.… Expand
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ManicSep 14, 2008
An excellent movie, from the phenomenal special effects to the beautiful portrayal of madness from Heath Ledger's joker. A must-see.
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VigneshK.Sep 14, 2008
Excellent movie... worth seeing for any money.... Heath Ledger must at least get an Oscar nomination for this film.
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DylanP.Sep 13, 2008
The film was a powerhouse, and kept me in my chair up till the last scene. Heath Ledger was absolutely amazing as the Joker, to whom he adds an entirely unique chemistry that just fits with the movie. Maggie Gyllenhaal, whose acting is The film was a powerhouse, and kept me in my chair up till the last scene. Heath Ledger was absolutely amazing as the Joker, to whom he adds an entirely unique chemistry that just fits with the movie. Maggie Gyllenhaal, whose acting is better than average, could not even doom this film with her pan-face.… Expand
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GiannisK.Sep 12, 2008
It's one of the best films I've watched in years... I must say I was a little diffident before watching it cause I thought that the whole dithyramb thing came as a result of Heath Ledger' death... But,well,I was completely It's one of the best films I've watched in years... I must say I was a little diffident before watching it cause I thought that the whole dithyramb thing came as a result of Heath Ledger' death... But,well,I was completely wrong!! You extremely rarely watch a movie that keeps your heart beating through every minute... I just didn't realize how the 150 minutes have passed.. What can I say about the performances?? They were all stunning,especially Ledger's Joker which I must admit is the best villain I've watched in years.. Chilling tragic and hilarious at the same time... Hands down Oscar worthing!! So so so bad he passed he passed out so young.. He was extremely talented and we would wait huge things from him.. Pitty! Anyway,I was also impressed by Eckhart's performance.. He approached precisely the character the authors had created: disturbing but also sympathetic (mostly because of the whole Rachel's loss thing). Just an underrated performance because of,you know, Ledger's hurricane!! Bale and Caine Had a magnificent chemistry the way you think they're friends beside the movie.. Gyllenhaal made also a satisfactory performance (miles better than Holmes!).. In generally this movie I have the impression that is the movie of the year.. And it has to.. You know it totally changed from now on the term Superhero movies. How difficult the work for the following ones!!!!! 10 out of 10! ps. Sorry for my English,I'm a Greek guy.… Expand
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FrankieCSep 10, 2008
best movie of the new millennium. with good twist and turn, good storyline and a very convincing sadistic role portrayed for the joker. i really feel its a shame that some critics have a little or no good taste to give this movie a lower best movie of the new millennium. with good twist and turn, good storyline and a very convincing sadistic role portrayed for the joker. i really feel its a shame that some critics have a little or no good taste to give this movie a lower rating just because its a comic book movie. and some viewer shouldn't watch this movie if they don't understand the story and go off saying its a horrible movie.… Expand
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JarrodL.Sep 10, 2008
Exhilarating, captivating, and excellent are words, which can hardly express the overall brilliance of this movie. Having seen all of the previous batman movies, one sees a changing genre of film among them, first they were more of a comedy, Exhilarating, captivating, and excellent are words, which can hardly express the overall brilliance of this movie. Having seen all of the previous batman movies, one sees a changing genre of film among them, first they were more of a comedy, and through a few other phase shifts, we are now at a time of more serious Batman's. When things undergo a change they usually get worse before they get better, but with this Batman movie that was not the case. The actor, Heath Ledger, plays a phenomenal part as the Joker, and his boldness and his terrifyingly good syncopation with his character is stunning. He is actually able to fully put on the persona of his character, and it is this bond, this terrifying connection that makes his character the most stunning and best-acted character in the movie, without question. The other characters, such as Bruce Wayne (Batman) and Harvey Dent (Two Face) also play compelling roles. We see that Bruce Wayne is having a sort of midlife crisis and feels that soon there will not be a need for him anymore. This feeling is pervade in all of his actions and is very convincing. Harvey Dent, who faces a similar dilemma, turns to anger and hate for people, instead of towards protecting the people, as Bruce Wayne, in the end, chose to continue doing. Through quality scenery, excellent make-up, and spectacular stunts, this movie is able to permeate into the audience and deliver extraordinary feelings, feelings of joy, fear, sadness, betrayal, courage, cunning, and of a bittersweet ending to the madness and chaos which the Joker so successfully creates in, The Dark Knight!… Expand
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AndrewZSep 8, 2008
Heath ledger made this movie what it is....very good job.
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CaitlynSep 7, 2008
Best movie I have ever seen since Blade.
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LGSep 7, 2008
Just awesome. This is the Batman we all know and love. It's dark, it's gritty, it's complicated and you see a great man do a great thing for the sake of others and not for the sake of his own ego. Just awesome. And once again, Just awesome. This is the Batman we all know and love. It's dark, it's gritty, it's complicated and you see a great man do a great thing for the sake of others and not for the sake of his own ego. Just awesome. And once again, buckets of blood, obscene language and porn scenes were not needed to make this movie great. In fact, it is greater because of the lack of those things.… Expand
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SteveF.Sep 6, 2008
I saw The Dark Knight twice because I wanted to be sure that I really felt the way I did about a movie everyone else, including the critics, loved. Hey, maybe it was my mood that first night; otherwise, I would have loved it. Unfortunately,I saw The Dark Knight twice because I wanted to be sure that I really felt the way I did about a movie everyone else, including the critics, loved. Hey, maybe it was my mood that first night; otherwise, I would have loved it. Unfortunately, as a Batman aficionado, I left the theater the second time just as unimpressed.
The question is how to judge this movie - as a serious pop art film or as a summer blockbuster meant to please the masses. The director, the very talented Christopher Nolan, has placed this film directly in the center of these two differing intents. Or perhaps he meant it to be a hybrid. As a hybrid, it is frustratingly disappointing … Expand
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FredM.Sep 5, 2008
Believe the hype! this is one hell of a thrill ride... returns batman to his dark gothic roots, darker even then betman begins, in such a satriacal way that it will leave you breathless! Borderline oscar worthy!
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NatalieO.Sep 4, 2008
Besides Heath Ledger's performance, I can think of little that I liked about this film. So incredibly boring and far, far too long.
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StabsM.Sep 4, 2008
I'm a sucker for superhero movies in general, so my grade might be inflated a bit. Even so, Heath Ledger's protrayal of the Joker was scary and twisted - probably the best performance in a comic book movie ever. The rest of the I'm a sucker for superhero movies in general, so my grade might be inflated a bit. Even so, Heath Ledger's protrayal of the Joker was scary and twisted - probably the best performance in a comic book movie ever. The rest of the movie left something to be desired. It was too long, the action sequences weren't always comprehensible, and you got the feeling that Christian Bale sometimes didn't get the script for any given scene until five minutes before shooting (forgivable; his performance in the last one was wonderful.) All in all, a great movie, and a definite DVD buy.… Expand
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TamaraJ.Sep 2, 2008
Fantastic movie! loved every minute beginning to end. Showed a lot of talent with all the actors especially Heath!
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MartinW.Sep 1, 2008
Not anywhere near as great as it's reputatin suggests. I can't buy into the downward spiral of the supposed white knight Harvery Dent, to the point where he's willing to execute innocent children just days after being the Not anywhere near as great as it's reputatin suggests. I can't buy into the downward spiral of the supposed white knight Harvery Dent, to the point where he's willing to execute innocent children just days after being the moralistic leader of Gotham, and for no reason. He could have killed the Joker for retribution for his disfigurement and supposed killing of Rachel Dawes, but no, he'd rather flip coins and potentially kill Gordon's kids? Whatever! Christian Bale is very good as Batman as usual, but his BM voice is way over the top. Maggie G. is very matronly looking as Rachel Dawes. Come on! Ledger is iconic as the Joker, but he's the best thing in this overlong, overrated flick.… Expand
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Rossb.Sep 1, 2008
Epic - this may not be what some expect from a 'comic book superhero movie', but it's the best movie I've seen for a long time. This is an ensemble piece, where the joker may outshine the rest with his mesmeric craziness, Epic - this may not be what some expect from a 'comic book superhero movie', but it's the best movie I've seen for a long time. This is an ensemble piece, where the joker may outshine the rest with his mesmeric craziness, but not by much - there's fantastic performances everywhere, from bale, caine, and particularly eckhart and oldman. It's a crime thriller following 3 men's attempts to save gotham city, beautifully shot, fantastic score by zimmer, and any flaws it has are so minor compared to what Nolan has achieved here, that it has to have 10 out of 10.… Expand
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LOlsAug 31, 2008
The film seemed to never end the first time I saw it. The second time I saw it was at the IMAX. OH MY GOD! This film is superb. The full screen shots looked fantastic. The sound was perfect. Even better the second time because you The film seemed to never end the first time I saw it. The second time I saw it was at the IMAX. OH MY GOD! This film is superb. The full screen shots looked fantastic. The sound was perfect. Even better the second time because you aren't anticipating the film to end. The Joker is perfect. Love this movie.… Expand
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devesvarAug 31, 2008
A lot of fun, love the cast, not as good as Batman Begins, but a good ride. Heath rules -we miss you.
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JacobF.Aug 29, 2008
I thought this is a refreshing burst for superhero films. Yes it mite have gone on for a bit, and yes nolan mite chop scenes a bit. But, the acting by Ledger was absolutely stunning, making this film sinister and dark without him playing I thought this is a refreshing burst for superhero films. Yes it mite have gone on for a bit, and yes nolan mite chop scenes a bit. But, the acting by Ledger was absolutely stunning, making this film sinister and dark without him playing that role the film would have the edge that it does have. Bale for me has secured the role of batman for a long time, giving wales yet another thing to be proud of! and SIR michael caine and morgan freeman give a performance which we know EXPECT from the two of them. Nolans directing was refreshing for a superhero film and one of the best i have seen for a long time.… Expand
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SashaAug 27, 2008
Historically, the most overhyped movie ever released. This corny monstrosity beats any Michael Bay film in the size of nativity. Plus the amount of epilogs is just overwhelming. Everyone sacrifices for everyone, and the bad guy is flipping a Historically, the most overhyped movie ever released. This corny monstrosity beats any Michael Bay film in the size of nativity. Plus the amount of epilogs is just overwhelming. Everyone sacrifices for everyone, and the bad guy is flipping a coin for every hostage. Pathetic.… Expand
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PhilipM.Aug 26, 2008
Close to perfection, the only thing I didn't like was a certain character faking his death. Thank you Nolan.
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VanessaM.Aug 25, 2008
Quite easily the best film i have seen in years- or possibly one of the best films i have ever seen in my entire life. Going into the theater, i had every belief that it was going to be a lamo like the boring "Batman Begins", but wow was i Quite easily the best film i have seen in years- or possibly one of the best films i have ever seen in my entire life. Going into the theater, i had every belief that it was going to be a lamo like the boring "Batman Begins", but wow was i wrong. I ended up loving it so much, i went to see it three more times in theater. As of now, i have seen in a total of four times and look forward to seeing it again (hopefully at the IMAX! that would be spectacular). The movie itself is pure artistic genius. The beautifully epic shots- to the loud, heart racing music- to the fantastic acting from Freeman, to of course, the absolutely AMAZING Heath Ledger- the Joker as a character itself- the fantastic psychological depth required to watch the film- the one liners that make the film a classic "Die a hero, or live long enough to see yourself become the villain". All of this makes up for one hell of a good movie. I give it 10 stars- it's every bit deserving of a perfect score. The story was well-written, and instead of being your typical good vs. bad guy, they made it so much deeper and darker than that. The Joker was my favorite villain of all time. Heath Ledger awed me with how talented he is, he has an incredibly gifted mind. I have now seen him in other movies (Brokeback and 10 Things I Hate About You) and am just as impressed. But his hugest, most eerie role to date was the Joker and it will be in history as one of the most terrifyingly fantastic villains of all time. I absolutely loved it and when i went to the bathroom and missed a Joker scene, i was furious. He must be seen at all times, it's just that good. Christian Bale is a nice cleancut look for Batman. Though the husky disguised voice continues to anger some, i found it rather annoying at times, however it's understandable that Bruce Wayne must have a huskier, deeper voice to disguise himself as Batman. Michael Caine was a nice classic touch to the movie. Gary Oldman and Aaron Eckheart, also, shockingly surprised me with how well they acted. Morgan Freeman- well, loved him. And i actually loved the idea of Maggie Gyllenhall replacing Katie Holmes- i just don't think Holmes is a very good actress and comes across blah. The music was terrifying and heartpounding. The action scenes were ecstatic to watch- they were absolutely heart racing. I especially loved when the truck flipped over, and the Joker comes out shooting at everything saying "C'mon hit me hit me." It was terrific. Overall, such a job well done. Christopher Nolan- my hat tops off to you. You are quite the director with completely erasing the label "comic book" or "superhero movie" and replacing it with "crime/thriller" or "an epic". Job well done. Fantastic movie. I loved it. My number one.… Expand
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HolyMulroneycakesAug 25, 2008
You don't realize until you leave the theatre that this is probably the bleakest blockbuster ever made, with the Nolans and Goyer absolutely refusing to compromise the story. At least one, extremely tragic, thing happens in this that I You don't realize until you leave the theatre that this is probably the bleakest blockbuster ever made, with the Nolans and Goyer absolutely refusing to compromise the story. At least one, extremely tragic, thing happens in this that I was 100% certain would be prevented. The Joker's games are genuinely sadistic and often painful to watch. All in a summer blockbuster about a man in a cape. This is what Ang Lee tried to do with Hulk (but only got about 57% there) - make a superhero film that really IS a film. It helps that he's assembled a fantastic cast: Christian Bale as the first Welsh Batman, maybe overdoing the Bat-throatiness but the first one to properly brood since Michael Keaton (who to be fair was also the last one to have the opportunity); Sir Michael of Caine as a still pre-tache Alfred Pennyworth, finally coming across as the wise vizier from the comics; Morgan Freeman, who seems to an extent to be in there simply because he's Morgan Freeman and he rules, in the crucial role of Luicius Fox, finally bringing the dimension of Waynecorp into the movies properly; Aaron Eckhart, who has quietly rocked for years, who is even better as Harvey Dent than I thought he would be. WB were considering Justin Bleeding Timberlake for the role, you know. Then there's Maggie Gyllenhaal, who for the record is easily pretty enough with change, being both cute and strong as Rachel; Gary Oldman still stoic and principled as a young James Gordon (incidentally, since we saw his family in this one, anyone want to take odds on Sarah Essen appearing in the next one? And who could play her? Ellen Barkin might work). And Heath Ledger. Now, obviously objectivity is compromised when discussing his performance, but it is absolutely mesmerizing, and genuinely terrifying, and god damn it, just god DAMN it. In conclusion, Batman Begins was great. This is better, but much, much bleaker.… Expand
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AbdulM.Aug 25, 2008
Amazing. Everything you'd want from a blockbuster movie. Great script, unbelievable acting. Awesome cinematography. Movie of the year.
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KlactonL.Aug 22, 2008
Ledger was outstanding, the fillm was well-written, and someone finally got Batman right.
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AdamAAug 21, 2008
Easily one of the best Batman movies made. It takes itself seriously and is brilliantly directed. Look for some of the elements that made "The Prestige" and "Memento" so excellent. However it still loses a few points for it's Easily one of the best Batman movies made. It takes itself seriously and is brilliantly directed. Look for some of the elements that made "The Prestige" and "Memento" so excellent. However it still loses a few points for it's over-the-top gadgets and science (It's a bit cheezy).… Expand
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MattC.Aug 21, 2008
The movie was decent. I didn't really have expectations or was counting on the critics' reviews. I never agree with anyone. Anyway, i don't see all the fuss about the movie. I didn't have problem with it being long, but i The movie was decent. I didn't really have expectations or was counting on the critics' reviews. I never agree with anyone. Anyway, i don't see all the fuss about the movie. I didn't have problem with it being long, but i didn't see anything scary or chilling about the movie, including The Joker. I liked his acting though; his movement, expressions & voice. The first Batman was way better. I started to get annoyed after an hour because of the sudden scene switching. Too cocky for me. Only scary to little kids or people who have never EVER seen a film before. The only part i thought was Batman-esque was when the Joker was thrown off the building. I started to think "At least that had a comic book feel to it." But when he was saved, eh... Point is, I'd rather watch something that was actually true to the creation, not switching things up and making the plot speed up to fast. For those who know what i mean… Expand
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JanikousAug 21, 2008
Wow. Ignoring the obvious hype surrounding Ledgers last performance, this really is the best damn acting I've ever seen. Ledger's Joker is phenomenally convincing as a complete psychopath. He's wholly likable though, and you Wow. Ignoring the obvious hype surrounding Ledgers last performance, this really is the best damn acting I've ever seen. Ledger's Joker is phenomenally convincing as a complete psychopath. He's wholly likable though, and you never tire of watching him. So much better than the first - which had forgettable villains. As if the Joker was not enough but Harvey 'Two-Face' Dent is here as well, along with his perfectly justifiable transition from Hero to Nutjob.… Expand
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MAug 21, 2008
Best Superhero movie by far. Amazing work. "Nonya Business gave it a1: Much worse than the first. Since when did Batman become hated and a villain?" Talking about not knowing a d*mn... Batman has never been loved in comic books. He's Best Superhero movie by far. Amazing work. "Nonya Business gave it a1: Much worse than the first. Since when did Batman become hated and a villain?" Talking about not knowing a d*mn... Batman has never been loved in comic books. He's even been prosecuted as a vigilante. Search information about Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns".… Expand
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BenD.Aug 20, 2008
I love it, Heath Ledger was an outstanding Joker, the best I have ever seen, the film was well thought out, and the character who played 2 face was just amazing as well.
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JordanRAug 19, 2008
The right amount of action and quite a dark sense to it. Complete change in style from batman begins, for the better. The misunderstood vigilante and his foil the joker bring us moral dilemmas making the quite film thought provoking. It is The right amount of action and quite a dark sense to it. Complete change in style from batman begins, for the better. The misunderstood vigilante and his foil the joker bring us moral dilemmas making the quite film thought provoking. It is visually captivating and i was pleasantly surprised after going in pessimistic thinking it could not possibly live up to the hype.… Expand
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AnonymousMCAug 19, 2008
the first time i saw this i was in awe of its greatness. i ended up seeing it 5 times in the first for days it was out. and im not even that big of a batman fan. ledger's performance is nothing short of genius, all my friends agree thatthe first time i saw this i was in awe of its greatness. i ended up seeing it 5 times in the first for days it was out. and im not even that big of a batman fan. ledger's performance is nothing short of genius, all my friends agree that this movie has some of the best acting. this movie offers things for everybody, and in my opinion is one of the best films ever made… Expand
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JordanM.Aug 18, 2008
Absolutely one of the greatest films ive ever seen. A roller coaster of emotion and action. Practically pulls you out of your seat and into this dark world where the conflict between Batman and Joker is a reality!
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DanielH.Aug 18, 2008
This Batman is, in my opinion, infinitely better than its predecessors. It is much more than a comic book movie and even delves into the basic laws of human nature and the consequences of actions. But, if you don't like to immerse This Batman is, in my opinion, infinitely better than its predecessors. It is much more than a comic book movie and even delves into the basic laws of human nature and the consequences of actions. But, if you don't like to immerse yourself in the human dilemma, just sit back and watch some awesome action sequences and Heath Ledger's best performance ever. I just want to go back and see it again. This is the best movie of the year.… Expand
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JonWAug 18, 2008
I went into this movie with high expectations due to the great reviews. Unfortunately, I found the movie to be way too dark and not fun at all. I thoroughly enjoyed Batman Begins and was hoping for more of the same, but The Dark Knight took I went into this movie with high expectations due to the great reviews. Unfortunately, I found the movie to be way too dark and not fun at all. I thoroughly enjoyed Batman Begins and was hoping for more of the same, but The Dark Knight took out all of the fun that was in the first movie. After two and half hours of sadistic violence I was ready for the movie to be over. Great acting performances, interesting plot, but way, way, way too dark. I enjoyed Jack Nicholson's Joker more because he was funny! Not Heath Ledger's fault, but this character is just plain insane. Don't be fooled by the PG-13 rating. Kids should not go to this movie. Hopefully they will bring a bit more fun into the next installment, but I'm not holding my breath.… Expand
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BrianH.Aug 17, 2008
Super Hero film meets No Country for Old Men. Loved every second of it.
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GatsbyJayAug 17, 2008
-Wow, I'm surprised at what some of the lower reviews had to say. Some argue that the film attempts to be deep, but fails. I don't think it fails at all. The movie poses the question: what are the consequences of any man (whether -Wow, I'm surprised at what some of the lower reviews had to say. Some argue that the film attempts to be deep, but fails. I don't think it fails at all. The movie poses the question: what are the consequences of any man (whether me or you, or someone with lots of money, power, and technology dressing up in a batsuit) taking the law into their own hands? Most movies just explore this notion of vigilante justice very briefly and poorly, but The Dark Knight does it sublimely. It actually shows the terrible consequences of vigilante justice on one's friends, loved ones, and on society (Rachel Dawes is killed because Bruce Wayne is Batman; Bruce Wayne and Lucius Fox's friendship is broken because, once again, Bruce Wayne is Batman); and other wanna-be vigilantes also try to take the law into their own hands, as the movie's start shows. -Then we have the idea of opposites: Batman, the vigilante hero, and The Joker, the villain. With great power, the movie explores the idea of the limits of vigilante justice. To stop evil, will Batman himself commit evil? Will Batman just turn into the next Joker? The movie does suggest that there's a very thin line between the vigilante and the criminal, and the only thing that stops Batman from becoming the Joker is his moral code, and his unwillingness to kill. -And then you have Harvey Dent, the embodiment of both good and evil, as characterized by his Two-Face persona. The regular man who tries to do good within the limits of the law, but is beaten down, until he too decides to do evil. Or what about the fact that Joker thinks everyone is as evil as him, that they'll all kill if compelled and sink to his level? We see this in the scene with the two boats, one full of criminals, the other with "good, normal people" where each holds a detonator to blow up the other boat. The criminals, it turns out, aren't all pure evil, and the good, upstanding people, it turns out, have evil thoughts and would kill. But no one blows up the other boat, showing that the Joker's wrong: not everyone is like him. Harvey Dent falls victim to the Joker's evil, but Batman endures. -No other superhero movie has ever attempted to take on these themes (though all superheroes are vigilantes and live by their own sense of justice) except for The Dark Knight. This movie poses real questions and explores them with courage. It does things no superhero movie has done before. -Some didn't like the ending where Batman is on the run, yet, as a vigilante breaking the law, shouldn't (realistically) every superhero be on the run? And one of the greatest parts of this movie is how Batman becomes hated at the end: the movie argues that true heroism isn't glamorous like they show in movies, but about what's done in secret, what no one knows about. Batman sacrifices his own reputation so Harvey Dent can give all people hope in the law and the goodness of all normal human beings, not hope in grand superhero crime-fighters, like Batman himself. The movie debunks the very idea of the superhero, who does amazing feats in public, to the idea that greatness lies in us--normal people. It's not the superhero that's super, it's the regular people: that's the movie's message. -There's so much more to say, but this review's already too long. But does anyone else think that all these themes (and more) could've been explored in less 2 hours and 20 minutes?… Expand
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