Usually movies have trouble living up to their hype, but not the dark night. This movie brings the superhero out of the comic books and mystical world into mankind and keeps him there. Batman and Joker are more human than ever and you find yourself caught in the swing of every emotional swing and twist. Heath Ledger's performance was believable - it is no wonder he was having trouble sleeping as he poured himself into this role and became every aspect of the crazed Joker.
You don't have to be a batman fan to enjoy this film.