The movie definitely lives up to the title... much darker than the previous, but equally well done with phenomenal acting & dialogue. With Batman maintaining his character and commitment to doing the right thing whatever the cost to himself, it was reminiscent of Jack Bauer and what is so riveting about the 24 series. The Joker was the centerpiece of the movie, keeping everyone wondering what was coming next and wrestling with what drives a maniac like that... in the words of Alfred, "some criminals aren't driven by money or power, they just want to see the world burn..."