Loved the first batman movie in which you learned of his childhood. This one was less surprising, and darker, more depressing. Was a good action movie; not the best movie i've ever seen. Great acting by the man playing the joker (Ledger) and the man playing batman (Christian Bale), as well as Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine ,Aaron Ekhart and the man playing Lt. Gordon and others.
I knew the movie had a good cast, but didn't expect to like it much based on the synopsis and coming attractions. I saw it because a friend wanted to. I was so surprised; I loved it! Big differences from the usual superhero/action movies, and it was clever and funny. Great movie. Both my friend and I enjoyed it and would highly recommend it.