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Absolutely Fantastic
PostedJuly 20, 2008
superdaveyboy
from Boston, MA
The Dark Knight is an all new caliber of superhero films. Frighteningly realistic, the Dark Knight continues to leave behind the corniness of the early franchise (Batman Forever, Batman and Robin), and creates the feel of a realistic graphic novel.
It is much darker than the summer movies that we are used to and is not exactly a family friendly film. However, this is the movie of the summer. It may be hyped up, and may not live up to its expectations of being the greatest movie ever made, but it is still a truly suspenseful, entertaining, energetic, oscar-worthy movie.
Heath Ledger's brilliant performance as the Joker overshadows the rest of the characters in the previews, but the rest of the cast is just as rock solid. Christian Bale is fantastic again. Michael Caine is not used as much in this film as in Begins, but his scenes are just as solid, and we still see a bit of witty banter between Alfred and Bruce.
Gary Oldman continues to breathe life into Gordan, making him a much more personable character than the bumbling old commissioner in the older films. His performance may just bring tears to your eyes more than once throughout the movie.
And of course, Aaron Eckhart. Eckhart's Harvey Dent was probably one of the best roles he has ever performed in. He was truly awesome, covering a wide range of emotions throughout the entire movie. If Heath Ledger's performance had not completely stolen the show, you would not stop hearing how fantastic Eckhart was.
Which brings us to Ledger. The word "Oscar" has been thrown around a lot in relation to Ledger and his role as the Joker, and I would not be surprised if he earns a much deserved post-humous award at the Oscars. From his magic trick, if not even from the first time you see him, you wait for Ledger to return to the screen. You honestly cannot wait for the next scene he is in. He delivers most of the laughs, most of the chills and thrills, and the most memorable scenes in the movie.
Do not miss this film.
It is much darker than the summer movies that we are used to and is not exactly a family friendly film. However, this is the movie of the summer. It may be hyped up, and may not live up to its expectations of being the greatest movie ever made, but it is still a truly suspenseful, entertaining, energetic, oscar-worthy movie.
Heath Ledger's brilliant performance as the Joker overshadows the rest of the characters in the previews, but the rest of the cast is just as rock solid. Christian Bale is fantastic again. Michael Caine is not used as much in this film as in Begins, but his scenes are just as solid, and we still see a bit of witty banter between Alfred and Bruce.
Gary Oldman continues to breathe life into Gordan, making him a much more personable character than the bumbling old commissioner in the older films. His performance may just bring tears to your eyes more than once throughout the movie.
And of course, Aaron Eckhart. Eckhart's Harvey Dent was probably one of the best roles he has ever performed in. He was truly awesome, covering a wide range of emotions throughout the entire movie. If Heath Ledger's performance had not completely stolen the show, you would not stop hearing how fantastic Eckhart was.
Which brings us to Ledger. The word "Oscar" has been thrown around a lot in relation to Ledger and his role as the Joker, and I would not be surprised if he earns a much deserved post-humous award at the Oscars. From his magic trick, if not even from the first time you see him, you wait for Ledger to return to the screen. You honestly cannot wait for the next scene he is in. He delivers most of the laughs, most of the chills and thrills, and the most memorable scenes in the movie.
Do not miss this film.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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