The Dark Knight had alot of hype leading up to it's release. Several of my friends saw it opening night and told me that it was at least 3 times as good as the last Batman movie. I would have to say that both are relatively equal in terms of excitability and action. The Dark Knight took another step towards "the dark side" with Heath Ledger's knife killings and creepy voice and demeanor. I would have liked to see a new vehicle as well some cooler gadgetry. Overall I enjoyed it, but sorely missed Katie Holmes as "Rachel".