This movie is a solid 2 1/2 Hours that keeps you not only interested, but doesn't disapoint with the constant plot twists, actions sequences that actually have meaning to the movie, and overall marvelous acting by the cast. Everything that's been said about this movie being one of the best comic movies ever made it true. I wouldn't compare it to "Empire Strikes Back" as far as best sequal ever, but this is worth the price of admission and then some. I know I'll be watching this again very soon. Don't worry, Maggie Gyllenhaal is MUCH better as Rachel Dawes.