I was initially nervous about going to this movie because I had heard it was pretty scary and disturbing. While it is true that it is a 'Dark' movie, for sure, I didn't think it was scary. It was, however, full of thrills and surprises! It definately kept me on the edge of my seat. I will warn you, that this movie, IS NOT FOR CHILDREN! I saw a number of kids under 10 in the theater we were in, and I felt very uncomfortable for them. It was a lot of over-the-top violence, (not graphic, but violence just the same), and sinister material. Heath Ledger is a genius as The Joker, and the performace definately derserves an Oscar! All of the actors did a terrific job and I think this movie certainly qualifies as one of, if not, The best action/Super hero movies of all time!