Batman Begins was an excellent interpretation of Batman. It was dark, with Batman being the only glimmer of hope in a desolate world. Director Christopher Nolan has outdone himself with The Dark Knight. This movie was much darker psychologically. With a murderous psychopath emerging, a failed relationship continuing, and a sinister tale of revenge budding, this movie is very dark. Yes, it lives up to the hype. No, it was not what I expected at all. This is not a movie for the kids. I have to at least say something about the late Heath Ledger. He gave a performace that was bone chillingly scary and great. He is the best Joker by far because the fear that I felt while watching the movie was very real. He will be missed. All I have to say is bravo . . . bravo . . .bravo! Hope there will be a third film.