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Beautiful and Flawless
PostedJuly 19, 2008
Shaina
I am not a big fan of superhero films or the particular genre, as I often feel that they are too far-fetched or too fantastical. But I have to say that this is probably one of the best, if not the best, film I have ever seen. The late Heath Ledger's performance is one that will ensure his legacy for decades to come. While viewing the film, he is completely engulfed in the character. He is not for one minute Heath Ledger; he is all Joker. His complete and whole dedication to the development of his character, through such measures as the Joker journal, are reflected in his performance. There is not one minute where you ponder the sadness of Ledger's passing. Ledger is all psychopath, even down to his stance and mannerisms. The rest of the film is stitched together flawlessly, with performances that serve to strengthen Ledger's greatest role to date. This film, while about a super hero, serves a much larger purpose as an emulation of the boundaries of good and evil and just how skewed our perceptions of those concepts can become. A beautiful lesson learned; a lesson that will not merely haunt you, but will change how you perceive the world and the people in it.
Side note - While this is ALL Heath Ledger's movie, Cillian Murphy's demanded the attention of his one brief scene. This is truly representory of director Chris Nolan's commitment to casting the perfect actor's for the roles. But still. Ledger is the outstanding star in this film of very strong performances.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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