The Dark Knight is not only going on my list as favorite movie of the year, but on my list for one of my favorite movies of all time. I have always been quite a fan of the Batman universe, so I was thrilled when it escaped from the campy 'ick' of Batman and Robin and returned to it's dark roots. As always, the usual cast delivers phenomenally, but let's face it, I went to see Heath Ledger as The Joker.
If nothing else, this film will forever be known as the peak of Heath's legacy, when he departed from the constraints of the mainstream and the bland and really took it to the limit. His performance as The Joker was in so many words, impressive, frightening, disturbing, genuine and absolutely stunning. No one will ever be able to replace Mr. Ledger in this role and I wouldn't want it any other way.
I'll watch this movie, Again and Again, for years to come.