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Dark Knight
PostedJuly 19, 2008
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There was a lot of hype built of for this installment of the batman flicks - and this one certaintly did not disappoint. Christian Bale again brought a brooding element to the role of the caped crusader - a hidden pain that was very compelling. Half billionaire playboy, half dark secret life - stuck somewhere between freak everyone is afraid of and the hero that everyone wants to be. This dichotomy was the driving force behind the movie.
This installment featured a healthy mix of old batman and new. First, it seemed like Batman always had what he needed in that belt - and obvious homage to the Adam West version. However, that is pretty much where this one broke the mold. The Christian Bale batman is dark and angry - almost frightening at times. Although strong in one scene - he almost appears vulnerable and weak the next, looking for a way out so that he can be with his long time crush. However, in my opinion I would rather have Kim Bassinger or even Katie Holmes instead of this choice. This break in character is strange and acts as a significant change from the traditional hero mold of batman.
The late Heath Ledger is above and beyond the best part of The Dark Knight. Ledger malavolent and chaotic, combined with well timed comedic relief. The Joker always has the advantage of the best lines, but Ledger takes the advantage and rolls with it. Jack was great, but Heath was better. He was more psychotic, more evil, and most importantly, more random. The world is going to miss him and the amazing verve he brings to his roles.
While at times The Dark Knight gets a bit long, the ends justifies the means. The ending is everything you expect and more, and it leaves us lusting for what happens next. Whether its the Ridder again, Catwoman, Mr. Freeze, or even cowboy outlow Shane, we will all line up to see what happens next.
This installment featured a healthy mix of old batman and new. First, it seemed like Batman always had what he needed in that belt - and obvious homage to the Adam West version. However, that is pretty much where this one broke the mold. The Christian Bale batman is dark and angry - almost frightening at times. Although strong in one scene - he almost appears vulnerable and weak the next, looking for a way out so that he can be with his long time crush. However, in my opinion I would rather have Kim Bassinger or even Katie Holmes instead of this choice. This break in character is strange and acts as a significant change from the traditional hero mold of batman.
The late Heath Ledger is above and beyond the best part of The Dark Knight. Ledger malavolent and chaotic, combined with well timed comedic relief. The Joker always has the advantage of the best lines, but Ledger takes the advantage and rolls with it. Jack was great, but Heath was better. He was more psychotic, more evil, and most importantly, more random. The world is going to miss him and the amazing verve he brings to his roles.
While at times The Dark Knight gets a bit long, the ends justifies the means. The ending is everything you expect and more, and it leaves us lusting for what happens next. Whether its the Ridder again, Catwoman, Mr. Freeze, or even cowboy outlow Shane, we will all line up to see what happens next.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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