Dark Knight was a thrill ride with plenty of noise. Yet, I feel the director wanted to give the viewer a little hope for the future. I don't need to feel good at the end of a film. But, to feel neutral, well that's quite an achievement. I have to admit, the film's greatest achievement was how I was unsure of the future after viewing it. My wife and I took a nice drive though some beautiful parks in Chicago to cleanse our consciouses. After having done so, we came out the better. The acting was great, for an action comic piece. Heath WAS off the charts. And, the support staff were perfect. I, who am mostly critical of the big Hollywood cheesefest, had to give it up. This subconscious thriller delved right into our time and questions, how far would you be willing to go to protect your love ones? What would you give up or be willing to do yourself? Or, would you just leave it to someone else? Sacrifice and no bliss. Bravo, on this one. Timo