The Dark Knight was a captivating quasi-psychological thriller that was a feast visually, and mentally jarring. Heath Ledger's performance as the joker was nothing short of amazing, and Aaron Eckhart's role as the White Knight DA and Two-Face was something all of it's own. The contrast between Eckhart's Harvey Dent, and Bale's duo-persona of Bruce Wayne/Batman was essential to the make-up of the movie. This movie was phenomenal, and definitely lived up to all expectations set by it's predecessor. Hollywood will again morn the loss of the talent that was Heath Ledger after realizing the depth of his ability culminating in the Joker. While the Joker was certainly a dark, sinister and psychotic character, he also provided some mode of comic relief, and the perfect yin to Batman's yang. The only regret is that Heath will not be able to reprise his role. No one will ever be able to recreate the character that Heath so masterfully created.