The Dark Knight
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: July 18, 2008
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10
MikeW.Jul 26, 2008
Amazing. One of the most entertaining, well-crafted films in the modern era and easily the best comic book/superhero adaption ever. Despite a stellar cast, Ledger rises above and is spellbinding in his perfectly conceived, original Amazing. One of the most entertaining, well-crafted films in the modern era and easily the best comic book/superhero adaption ever. Despite a stellar cast, Ledger rises above and is spellbinding in his perfectly conceived, original interpretation of the Joker. Bale again perfectly channels the quiet rage of Batman. Oldman, Freeman, and Eckhardt are all fantastic in their roles. Gyllenhaal is a definite upgrade over Katie Holmes. Nolan has created the definitive vision of Batman's universe and has brought more realism, philosophy, and poetry to a comic book character than previously thought possible. Balancing the depth of his themes with spectacularly executed action sequences, Nolan has produced a masterpiece. Looking forward to Nolan's third installment!… Expand
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TheJokerJul 27, 2008
Amazing! This film has become my faavourite film of all time.
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NormD.Jul 27, 2008
Have any of you seen a movie or read a non comic book in your lives? Even if you haven't, aren't you still sickened by all the superhero superciliousness? Aren't you all embarrassed yet? Is this going to be like disco? A Have any of you seen a movie or read a non comic book in your lives? Even if you haven't, aren't you still sickened by all the superhero superciliousness? Aren't you all embarrassed yet? Is this going to be like disco? A laughable fad to some at the present; a laughable fad to all sometime in the future? Or is this the end of culture?… Expand
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ecJul 27, 2008
Just about as good as you could expect an action movie to get. Far better than what could previously be expected from a comic book based film, as a matter of fact, far better than what could previously be expected from any Just about as good as you could expect an action movie to get. Far better than what could previously be expected from a comic book based film, as a matter of fact, far better than what could previously be expected from any action-crime-thriller. Excellent performances by all involved, and especially Heath Ledger, who far surpasses the hype surrounding the film.… Expand
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AnonymousMCJul 20, 2008
All the performances were great. Ledger is a far better Joker than Nicholson (but anyone who knows anything about Batman would know that was the case before seeing the movie). His performance is bang-on for what the Joker is supposed to be.All the performances were great. Ledger is a far better Joker than Nicholson (but anyone who knows anything about Batman would know that was the case before seeing the movie). His performance is bang-on for what the Joker is supposed to be.

The rest of the cast is solid, particularly Oldman and Eckhart in the less flamboyant roles.
My criticism of the movie is that it takes far too long for it to really go anywhere. It spends almost two hours before we really get going. Additionally, the main idea of the story is rehashed over and over again. Okay, we get it, the Joker doesn't have any good reason for doing what he does. Now lets get some, you know, story here. I think that the archetypal aspects of the comic are missing and that's what weakens the movie.

All that said, the movie is still well-worth seeing, probably more than once. It is not, however, the perfect film that many make it out to be.… Expand
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PeteDJul 27, 2008
Absolutely amazing movie. Heath Ledger's performance is stunning, and makes me all the more miserable about his death. Christian Bale as usual is a great actor, along with all the other performances in this movie. I cannot understand Absolutely amazing movie. Heath Ledger's performance is stunning, and makes me all the more miserable about his death. Christian Bale as usual is a great actor, along with all the other performances in this movie. I cannot understand how someone with the name 'The Terminator' could say there is too much violence for his/her taste. You seriously need to change your name, as the only thing you terminate, is your credibility. A zero for a score? This means you think this is one of the worst movies ever made. Your opinion should be rated a '0'. As for the reviewers that rate this movie anything less than 80%, I cannot understand it. This movie is definitely worth AT LEAST 80%. Worse movies have received better ratings than that, and this movie definitely deserves at least 90% in my book. I almost gave it a '10', but I thought, the perfect 10 is nearly unattainable, and there were SOME issues I had with this movie that keep it from being a '10'. All the same, I've seen the movie three times now, so that says a lot about how good this movie is. As a side note, people who rate this movie '0'-'3', had better have some GOOD reasons why it deserves such a low rating. Too much violence, or a beef with a certain actor or actress is NOT a good enough reason. What did you expect the JOKER to do, pull a flower out instead of a knife? And if you hate Batman so much, why are you watching a BATMAN movie? It's like watching a Spiderman movie, but hating Spiderman the whole time. What is the point?… Expand
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KazemE.Jul 27, 2008
One of the best movies that I've ever seen. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. You have to see it in Imax.
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TylerK.Jul 20, 2008
Aside from Ledger's "Joker" this is a very mediocre Batman. I just don't believe Bale is the right cast, and his gruff and deepened voice is only annoying throughout. Pretty week storyline too: trying to stop mayhem and violence in Aside from Ledger's "Joker" this is a very mediocre Batman. I just don't believe Bale is the right cast, and his gruff and deepened voice is only annoying throughout. Pretty week storyline too: trying to stop mayhem and violence in the city. Burton's '89 Batman was more more deep and layered and interesting.… Expand
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AaronM.Jul 28, 2008
A dark and disturbing masterpiece, but a masterpiece nonetheless. I was kept guessing till the very end. Nothing felt like it was for certain. It had parts that made you laugh, and feel like a total jerk while doing it. It showcases a A dark and disturbing masterpiece, but a masterpiece nonetheless. I was kept guessing till the very end. Nothing felt like it was for certain. It had parts that made you laugh, and feel like a total jerk while doing it. It showcases a villain different from the norm. Anyone that doesn't like it can go watch some crappy, generic superhero movie. Spider-man definitely wasn't bad, but this completely made me forgot that it was a superhero movie. It's easily the best of its kind.… Expand
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ChrisP.Jul 28, 2008
Very disappointing after the excellent, moody Batman Begins. That movie built up Bruce Wayne and Batman as a true human being, a tragic, sad but ultimately powerful and obsessive hero, one that had resonance and depth. The Batman in this Very disappointing after the excellent, moody Batman Begins. That movie built up Bruce Wayne and Batman as a true human being, a tragic, sad but ultimately powerful and obsessive hero, one that had resonance and depth. The Batman in this film was just another superhero, blindly and violently reacting to the Joker and nothing more. His one character moment also was forced and unnecassary (and short). Besides that, every bit of the plot was predictable and cliched, cowing to typical blockbuster formula. Lame, cutesy jokes, too fast pacing that didn't allow and time for thoughtfulness, and a teenagers idea of darkness. Some examples: How is the Joker, a self-professed, "Agent of Chaos" able and willing to set so many elaborate plans and schemes. Hell, how does he even accomplish all he does in the film without help? Certainly not with henchmen, whom he kills indiscriminately. The plot was also incredibly predictable. Other than a certain joke involving a pencil, I was able to see every bit of the plot from miles away. *SPOILERS* Or did anyone really expect Harvey Dent to be killed before he became Two-Face? *END SPOILERS* That's just one example. There's also another plot device that is completely unbelievable and seems to exist solely to trick the audience and nothing else. All in all, a mediocre film.… Expand
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CameronK.Jul 28, 2008
Fantastic film. A superhero movie that actually had a really good plot, and tugged at my emotions. That Joker fella is sick and twisted.
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SystemG.Jul 28, 2008
Amazing. Breath taking. One of the best movies Ive ever seen. Heath Ledger gives one of the best performances I have ever see. It is indescribable. Go see it. You owe it to yourself.
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BtodadoyJul 20, 2008
you need to see this movie more than once to really understand and appreciate it... but you should it's amazing.
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TrevorI.Jul 28, 2008
AWESOME. At the end of the movie, the audience in the cinema stood up and gave it a standing ovation. Pretty cool, a bit gay, but hey ... cool.
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JenniferJul 28, 2008
GO SEE THIS MOVIE NOW!!! First of all all the hype on Heath Ledgers performance is much deserved. You were not watching Ledger you were watching the Joker. He was in my opinion flawless and anyone who thinks otherwise is blind. Ledger became GO SEE THIS MOVIE NOW!!! First of all all the hype on Heath Ledgers performance is much deserved. You were not watching Ledger you were watching the Joker. He was in my opinion flawless and anyone who thinks otherwise is blind. Ledger became the Joker and for me stole the show hands down. I would have never expected such a performance from a former teen movie actor. The movie itself was dark, the pictures were fantastic, the music throughout the entire movie keep the suspense going. What an awesome job by all. Bale is cool, calm, and strong. I loved him as Bateman even down the the McGruff voice that one reviewer pointed out. He went from Armani tailored Bruce Wayne to Bateman. The only reason I noticed the length of the movie was because I needed to take a tinkle with 40 minutes left but there was no way I was going to miss a minute so I sat there in agony but it was worth it.… Expand
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S.OgdenJul 20, 2008
Could have lost 10-15 min.- a little long....
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JoshCJul 29, 2008
I think that this is a classic. A brilliant, darker, and menacing portrayal of the Batman legacy. Its much more true to the graphic novels and comic books, and I'm surprised with some of the bad reviews.
All through the movie, youI think that this is a classic. A brilliant, darker, and menacing portrayal of the Batman legacy. Its much more true to the graphic novels and comic books, and I'm surprised with some of the bad reviews.
All through the movie, you get the sense of immediate threat, and its quite stark just how rellevant its themes of terrorism are to today.
Brilliant acting, and obviously Heath Ledger steals the show, which some critics don't like! The fact that the bad-guy is the most interesting and best acted character isn't bad. What about Javier Bardem in "No Country For Old Men"?… Expand
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ArianaK.Jul 29, 2008
The best movie ever. Heath Ledger was a great choice for joker and was really funny. I would see it 100 more times with out being bored it was very unpredictable.
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JoshCJul 29, 2008
Good: -Heath Ledger gives brilliant performance, as do Gary Oldman, Michael Cane, and Morgan Freeman -Dark, very dark -Action sequences less garbled (couldn't tell who was winning in the last film) -First half of film Bad: -2 and 1/2 Good: -Heath Ledger gives brilliant performance, as do Gary Oldman, Michael Cane, and Morgan Freeman -Dark, very dark -Action sequences less garbled (couldn't tell who was winning in the last film) -First half of film Bad: -2 and 1/2 hours long!!!!! -No plot, at all -Christian Bale's deep voice makes it hard to tell what he's saying and makes his performance laughable -Maggie Gyllenhaal cannot save character from being annoying -Mixed dialogue -Dark, very dark -Two-Face not developed enough -The second half of the movie.… Expand
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ShaktiS.Jul 31, 2008
This is the best superhero movie I have ever watched. Ledger was stunning and scary as the Joker and Bale has to be one of the better Bat-men that I've come across. Overall the film had an epic feeling to it. The greatness of Batman This is the best superhero movie I have ever watched. Ledger was stunning and scary as the Joker and Bale has to be one of the better Bat-men that I've come across. Overall the film had an epic feeling to it. The greatness of Batman stems from the fact that he is ready to sacrifice his image and be seen as the villain just to protect his city. As for the people who think that its too dark and depressing, that's the way Batman is supposed to be. That's why its called The 'Dark' Knight.… Expand
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MojoP.Jul 30, 2008
Dark, brilliantly acted and extremely entertaining. There really is little more you could ask from a movie of this calibre. It may not be intensely realistic, but it's as close as it gets for a comic book flick. The dramatics are well Dark, brilliantly acted and extremely entertaining. There really is little more you could ask from a movie of this calibre. It may not be intensely realistic, but it's as close as it gets for a comic book flick. The dramatics are well timed and the film noir overlay sets the perfect mood to truly allow viewers to become immersed. A masterpiece, and that's no joke. Long live Ledger.… Expand
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10
MichaelK.Jul 30, 2008
Phenomenal. A bit long at 2 and a half hours, but utterly entertaining and chilling.
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CSJul 30, 2008
I laugh at Billy C inferring that Two Face copies Anton Chigurrh. But since that comment was definitely made just piss someone off, I'll ignore it. great movie, great acting/directing. Deserves Oscar nominations. Tons of em.
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LogicalTwistJul 30, 2008
This is the best superhero movie EVER. No doubt. And there isn't a single person who saw it and didn't love Ledger as the Joker- the best villain ever to appear in a movie. Too bad that he won't be able to hold his prize(s) in This is the best superhero movie EVER. No doubt. And there isn't a single person who saw it and didn't love Ledger as the Joker- the best villain ever to appear in a movie. Too bad that he won't be able to hold his prize(s) in his own hands.… Expand
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RobertM.Jul 4, 2008
Why are people posting these fake reviews when it hasn't been released and we know for SURE that none of them actually saw it. I'm giving it a 10 with the confidence that when I do see it, it will match the high expectations Why are people posting these fake reviews when it hasn't been released and we know for SURE that none of them actually saw it. I'm giving it a 10 with the confidence that when I do see it, it will match the high expectations I've read from ACTUAL MOVIE CRITICS who previewed the movie at the time of this review.… Expand
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EdJ.Jul 7, 2008
Best superhero movie made, period! Heath ledgers performance does not only deserve an Oscar nomination but a winner in my book, 10 times better than Nicholson, and Aaron Eckart is superb, plus Christian Bale may be the best batman ever! Add Best superhero movie made, period! Heath ledgers performance does not only deserve an Oscar nomination but a winner in my book, 10 times better than Nicholson, and Aaron Eckart is superb, plus Christian Bale may be the best batman ever! Add that together and its the best summer movie… Expand
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JuliaCAug 1, 2008
Definitely freakin amazing i wanted to see it way before heath ledger died it was way better than i expected and he was WAY better than jack he deserved an Oscar it was great!!
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JesperB.Aug 11, 2008
Action movies this good are very few and far between. The best movie released since the Gladiator.
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AndrewC.Aug 1, 2008
Christopher Nolan put together a wonderful piece of magical works in which my eyes stood upon. He made up the Joker to be as good as the Joker should be with great lines and putting the best actor in the suit. The movie kept me in and off my Christopher Nolan put together a wonderful piece of magical works in which my eyes stood upon. He made up the Joker to be as good as the Joker should be with great lines and putting the best actor in the suit. The movie kept me in and off my seat at all most every moment, every part seemed to flow perfectly and it seemed flawless with few mistakes to notice and kept me personally guessing. I rate it a perfect 10 and one of the greatest movies this world will ever see!!!!… Expand
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HarrisK.Aug 1, 2008
This movie is the amazing. It may be long, but it was so worth it. This movie gives a more darker and realistic twist to the superhero genre. This is a movie in which the good guy doesn't win.
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RienyeNAug 1, 2008
This movie is awesome! I've always thought Ledger is always overact but he pulled off a beautiful performance. He is everything the joker is meant to be be. Bale still did a good job although Gyllenhaal was a let down. For those who This movie is awesome! I've always thought Ledger is always overact but he pulled off a beautiful performance. He is everything the joker is meant to be be. Bale still did a good job although Gyllenhaal was a let down. For those who claim that the movie is depressing then they just didn't get it. Batman isn't about being a hero who saves the day and the whole ciity is thankful. He's both loved and hated. Kudos to Nolan for as showing us the real dark knight. This movie makes it so much easier to forget those dreadful days of Batman & Robin and Mr Freeze!!!… Expand
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DPKAug 14, 2008
Arguably one of the best movies ever.any one rating it below did not pay attention to dialogues or the characterisation and the ending questionable? surely you r joking mr rob t.
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GrahamYAug 14, 2008
Best super hero film ever. Grounded in real life.
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JoshAug 14, 2008
Heath Ledger's acting performance is one of the best all time acting performances. Ever. Period.
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MattLAug 15, 2008
Over all it was a fairly good movie, Great performace by Heath Ledger but it fealt like I was sitting though Lord of the Rings 3 again. Interesting story line but let you down in some spots.
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MattHAug 15, 2008
I really liked the first Nolan/Bale Batman effort and without being a batman junkie I genuinely looked forward to the Dark Night. Sadly I can't say the experience was all I hoped. A desperately over complicated plot with way too many I really liked the first Nolan/Bale Batman effort and without being a batman junkie I genuinely looked forward to the Dark Night. Sadly I can't say the experience was all I hoped. A desperately over complicated plot with way too many characters and subplots introduced only to be hurriedly closed off again as the movie descended into cliche and oddly unexciting action sequences. Sure Ledger was good, but there was not nearly enough of the Joker in this movie, those pesky sub-plots again! As the movie wore on I found myself and the rest of the audience in the theater increasingly restless and hoping vainly for an end to it all. Finally the voice characterisation of batman vs wayne became increasinlyg more and more noticeable and annoying with time. As luck would have it I got home from the theater to see Batman Begins screening on TV. As I sat enjoying it I wept a silent tear for what might have been.… 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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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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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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AlecB.Aug 2, 2008
Ok, obviously whoever rated this film a 0 - 5 is a faggot and can go back to watching movies like 10,000 B.C. and Jumper which they would probably find interesting and both are probably the worst movies ive ever seen. The Dark Knight is the Ok, obviously whoever rated this film a 0 - 5 is a faggot and can go back to watching movies like 10,000 B.C. and Jumper which they would probably find interesting and both are probably the worst movies ive ever seen. The Dark Knight is the best film of 2008 by far. Is it perfect? No like many other great movies sure it has some flaws to it. Bale's voice as Batman always had annoyed me but he still did a great job other than that little thing. Health Ledger dominated the film.Ledgers performance as the joker finally made me see what a real villian is. How evil a person can be. The movie is a little bit too long but its all worth it at the end. For the people who havent seen The Dark Knight yet ignore all these losers and their review because they dont know sh*t.… Expand
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ChrisVAug 2, 2008
Well, the movie, was to damn long, but i think it was great, the story line, man!!! the joker is the greatest villain of all superhero movies, this guy really nade this long movie not booring, i was alwasy waiting for the joker to appear, he Well, the movie, was to damn long, but i think it was great, the story line, man!!! the joker is the greatest villain of all superhero movies, this guy really nade this long movie not booring, i was alwasy waiting for the joker to appear, he was hillarious and scary at the same time, great acting, even tough, batman, man!! christian bale has been the worst batman ever i think,.. hes voice is freakin stressing.. kill the batman !!! jajaja.. man i really wanted to joind the joker to kill the batman!!!… Expand
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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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JoeK.Aug 2, 2008
"This movie is no fun. It satisfies the fanboys' desire to have their comic book heroes taken seriously. That's where I think all this fan adulation is coming from. But that totally misses the point. Where's the fun? Where is "This movie is no fun. It satisfies the fanboys' desire to have their comic book heroes taken seriously. That's where I think all this fan adulation is coming from. But that totally misses the point. Where's the fun? Where is the superheroic fantasy adventure? The self-referential coyness? This Batman is scary and repulsive. The little boy in me doesn… Expand
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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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DonalK.Aug 3, 2008
A gloriously sadistic cinematic masterpiece. It's dark and twisting, though a bit overlong. the shots give a dark view on Gotham City. Two-Faces costume is lacklustre and the CGI additions to the character where pretty poor. Miles ahead A gloriously sadistic cinematic masterpiece. It's dark and twisting, though a bit overlong. the shots give a dark view on Gotham City. Two-Faces costume is lacklustre and the CGI additions to the character where pretty poor. Miles ahead of the pack.… Expand
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CharlesH.Aug 3, 2008
This movie was not as well polished as the first. batmans preformance was over shadowed by many supporting actors. Also the choice of spanish street fighting as batmans princible martial art made him look skilless. The fact that many iconic This movie was not as well polished as the first. batmans preformance was over shadowed by many supporting actors. Also the choice of spanish street fighting as batmans princible martial art made him look skilless. The fact that many iconic batman fighting moves wern't used made me feel like this wasn't a batman movie. batmans martial arts skill take a distant back seat to technology. Supporting villians also feel like they where weakly thought out, ready to take a pathetic john wayne punch. Even though both the joker and two face where well portrayed accurately. This movie felt like truly sad attempt at capturing the dark night.… Expand
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JustinAug 4, 2008
first time i went to the movies and felt i should have been charged more.
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JasonS.Aug 4, 2008
It would have been a ten but it went on too long. There was a clear ending to the movie and then it went on and on as if there was some political message that they wanted to push on the viewers which felt tacked on at the end. It was It would have been a ten but it went on too long. There was a clear ending to the movie and then it went on and on as if there was some political message that they wanted to push on the viewers which felt tacked on at the end. It was incredible on a IMAX screen.… Expand
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ClayD.Aug 4, 2008
Ball-busting, mind-blowing; a force that demonstrates the power of good cinematic entertainment.
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DiogoP.Aug 4, 2008
I was very disappointed! All the fuzz around the movie but nothing new came to happen. It was entertaining, yes it was, but the story was very predictable, and so were the joker stunts. The movie was well acted, especially in my opinion by I was very disappointed! All the fuzz around the movie but nothing new came to happen. It was entertaining, yes it was, but the story was very predictable, and so were the joker stunts. The movie was well acted, especially in my opinion by Gary Oldman and Christian Bale, Heath gave us a new joker, but i believe he has been given great reviews due to his tragic death, i have to be honest about that. This joker, could be called diablo, florist, pokemon, he was a great villain, but i personally didn't find any "Joker" in Dark Knight! Very well directed, dark just like a batman movie should be, great action sequences, but it was no 5 star movie!… Expand
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SydneyO.Aug 5, 2008
I wish i could give this movie higher than a 10. i luv this movie! absolutely genius! heath ledger did an outstanding job as the joker.
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RaveeshS.Aug 5, 2008
This movie should definitely make it to the top 5 movies list in the history of cinema. Heath Ledger's performance is legendary and it is a fitting goodbye to the world of cinema by him by this out of the world performance.All hail Ledger!
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HugoTAug 5, 2008
Thank you all....especially Heath Ledger.
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alexkAug 5, 2008
Best batman to date. incredible acting and very credible story line.
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DeclanR.Aug 5, 2008
By far the best Batman film ever created, here's to Chris Nolan!
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JohnNAug 6, 2008
They made this movie too long and more complicated than it needed to be.
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JuneE.Aug 7, 2008
I'm not a big fan of Batman but after I saw The Dark Knight ...I can say that this was best movie based on comic ever....and I went to cinema twice... worth in every cent.
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MarvinT.Aug 7, 2008
This movie is a essential Masterpiece that will be remembered. Joker is a true Villain and shows how if people are pushed they could show what there true character is good or evil.
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BillBAug 7, 2008
Ledger's performance alone turned a good movie into a great one.
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SeanFAug 8, 2008
A fantastically dark film that weaves a maniacal tapestry of death and degradation around it's good-guys, who constantly find themselves subverting their highest morals to achieve what is necessary to save Gotham. Better than its A fantastically dark film that weaves a maniacal tapestry of death and degradation around it's good-guys, who constantly find themselves subverting their highest morals to achieve what is necessary to save Gotham. Better than its predecessor in every way, it's unjust to simply say this is the best comic book film ever made -which it is - when it could be considered also one of the greatest crime epics of all time. While the plot is certainly extraordinary - and trust me, you'll want as little of this film's twisting and turning plot spoiled to you before you see it as possible - the true measure of this film's greatness comes from the brilliant performances. Christian Bale nails both Bruce Wayne and Batman, perfectly embodying the arrogant billionaire and the raspy-voiced vigilante, and never letting one overshadow the other. Aaron Eckhart makes us care so much about Harvey Dent that it ruly hurts when he undergoes the transformation we all know he must undergo. Gary Oldman brilliantly underplays the most incorruptable cop in Gotham, and genuinely makes us care about his character. Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman are spectacular in their supporting roles, and both of them undergo their own personal journeys that are not only relevant but integral to the plot of the film. Finally, Heath Ledger delivers a haunting and nuanced performance of one of the scariest villains in cinema history. It's Ledger's presence that truly drives the film, and while I'll try to refrain from hyperbole, I can say without a doubt that it is the best supporting performance of the year so far (I say this for the benefit of the Acadamy, who should at least award him a nomination at this year's Oscars). All around, this is a brilliant movie. Does it have it's flaws? Of course. The film is at times muddled, and Ledger is so magnetic that the film threatens to bore when he's not on screen (but I want to make it clear that it never does). But that does little to mar this epic film, or the feeling that you've just finished watching something truly special when you've finished it.… Expand
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VincentVdBAug 9, 2008
Brilliant movie, unbelieveble acting, incredible effects and a creepy evil that truly feels like a threat... The best movie I watched in year... (and i watch MANY movies).
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JamesB.Aug 9, 2008
An awesome movie; I can find nothing to criticize.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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NicholasDJan 4, 2009
Perfect.
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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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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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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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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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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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nickiw.Feb 2, 2009
Simply put, a masterpiece of modern cinema.
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JohnJ.Feb 8, 2009
The best film since LOTR.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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AdrianS.Apr 14, 2010
The best batman movie ever made.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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