A little slow to start, but once Mr. Ledger hits the screen the film is in high gear. But be warned, this is a much darker film than the first Nolan/Bale BATMAN BEGINS. The filmmakers do not pull their punches on this one. They follow the story through to it's logical conclusions -- something many tent pole movies are often afraid to do.
As enjoyable as the film was, I left the theater a little sad. This inspired, brilliant performance from Heath Ledger will only make us miss him all the more.