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All new to me... (no spoilers)
PostedMarch 15, 2009
dnshuri8
from Atlanta
I knew very little about this movie going in. The opening credits give you a little background as to what alternate reality you are about to enter, but the information left out seems vital to having some idea as to what is going on. I was halfway into the movie before I realize what the opening credits were even about. The method of flashbacks and different points of view takes a little patience.
Great choreography and intense cinematography capture some brutal hits.
The director seemed to include a gratituous amount of male nudity in the film. Dr. Manhattan's naked blue body is thoughout the entire film, yet I reached a point where I almost feel like I was being hit over the head with it.
Great choreography and intense cinematography capture some brutal hits.
The director seemed to include a gratituous amount of male nudity in the film. Dr. Manhattan's naked blue body is thoughout the entire film, yet I reached a point where I almost feel like I was being hit over the head with it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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More than hype
PostedJuly 20, 2008
dnshuri8
from Atlanta
I must start by saying I am a fan of the Batman series. From the first and second movies with Michael Keaton, the forgettable third and forth, and the more recent Batman Begins. I am also a fan of comic books, and I enjoy their movie adaptations; even though some never should have left the colored pages.
Batman is a hero we all can relate to. He has no "super powers", but is often referred to as a "super hero". I find myself wondering that with enough martial arts training, a few high tech gadgets, and a Bruce Wayne bank account, even I could be Batman... My point is, he is one of the few super heroes we all can relate to.
Nolan's second Batman movie, The Dark Knight is in one word, Intense. It took quite a bit of skill and wisdom to make a 2 1/2 hour movie, and keep it gripping and intense every step of the way.
From the opening scene to the final fade-out, The Dark Knight is absolutely edge of the seat entertainment. One complaint I always had with the entire Batman lineup, is the movies were very dark. Not only in tone, but in lighting. It is always pitch black, hard to see, gritty, and shadowy. While I understand that is a central theme of Batman, it was refreshing to see The Dark Knight show the side of crime that takes place in broad daylight. It was nice to see a little more realism added to Gotham city.
I don't want to get into any scene specifics in case you haven't seen the movie, but the special effects are all very believable, well done, and never once over the top. This movie sucks you into the world that is Gotham City, and never once lets you forget it. I liked that even a license plate or two said Gotham, and not a state that removes your focus from the scene.
As for the acting, top notch all around. Obviously, the buzz surrounds Heath Ledger as the Joker. Yes, he did a great job. Absolutely a memorable performance. Christian Bale, also does a terrific Batman, and an even better Bruce Wayne. But I think the oscar should go to Aaron Eckhart. Aaron's performance of Harvey Dent is incredible. There is so much to comment on, I don't know where to start. To keep it short (too late), I will say he has more than one side to his character (some of you get that). You will like him, want to get to know him better, hate him at times, be scared of him at times, and feel sorry for him at times. Any actor that can evoke such emotions out of one character in one movie - that says something.
There is so much to say, but most of it has already been said. I think this movie has been underhyped, and I think that's a good thing. To many times the hype gets me too excited, and I find myself let down. Not the case here. I can't wait to see it again, and soon. Enjoy it for what it is, an intense thrill ride that keeps you on the edge and never lets go. Great acting, great writing, great directing, great movie!
Batman is a hero we all can relate to. He has no "super powers", but is often referred to as a "super hero". I find myself wondering that with enough martial arts training, a few high tech gadgets, and a Bruce Wayne bank account, even I could be Batman... My point is, he is one of the few super heroes we all can relate to.
Nolan's second Batman movie, The Dark Knight is in one word, Intense. It took quite a bit of skill and wisdom to make a 2 1/2 hour movie, and keep it gripping and intense every step of the way.
From the opening scene to the final fade-out, The Dark Knight is absolutely edge of the seat entertainment. One complaint I always had with the entire Batman lineup, is the movies were very dark. Not only in tone, but in lighting. It is always pitch black, hard to see, gritty, and shadowy. While I understand that is a central theme of Batman, it was refreshing to see The Dark Knight show the side of crime that takes place in broad daylight. It was nice to see a little more realism added to Gotham city.
I don't want to get into any scene specifics in case you haven't seen the movie, but the special effects are all very believable, well done, and never once over the top. This movie sucks you into the world that is Gotham City, and never once lets you forget it. I liked that even a license plate or two said Gotham, and not a state that removes your focus from the scene.
As for the acting, top notch all around. Obviously, the buzz surrounds Heath Ledger as the Joker. Yes, he did a great job. Absolutely a memorable performance. Christian Bale, also does a terrific Batman, and an even better Bruce Wayne. But I think the oscar should go to Aaron Eckhart. Aaron's performance of Harvey Dent is incredible. There is so much to comment on, I don't know where to start. To keep it short (too late), I will say he has more than one side to his character (some of you get that). You will like him, want to get to know him better, hate him at times, be scared of him at times, and feel sorry for him at times. Any actor that can evoke such emotions out of one character in one movie - that says something.
There is so much to say, but most of it has already been said. I think this movie has been underhyped, and I think that's a good thing. To many times the hype gets me too excited, and I find myself let down. Not the case here. I can't wait to see it again, and soon. Enjoy it for what it is, an intense thrill ride that keeps you on the edge and never lets go. Great acting, great writing, great directing, great movie!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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