Dark Knight is a very "dark" movie. It is NOT for children. It has an appeal that is mature and witty, yet stays within the Marvel Comics theme. There was never a dull moment in the movie. Each character really stood out. Though the title of the movie suggested that Batman was the star, the real character that captivated the audience (and me) was the JOKER! It was a sad day Heath Ledger died, for he really was a great actor. Overall, the movie is a HIT!