Even having watched the cartoons growing up, as well as the original Tim Burton movies, I have to say that I prefer the darker, more psychologically in depth version that Nolan has created. I can't say enough about Heath Ledger's performance... He gave me chills that I could not shake off. He created a legendary version of the Joker that I do not believe can be matched. With the thought that this role could've been what led to his death, I sincerely wish the best for the other actors channeling these dark and highly disturbed characters.