The Dark Knight is an instant classic

Rating: 10/10 (29 July 2008)

"Where do we..begin?"
I knew the movie would have been good...but wow!! It's better than what I could've ever imagined. Enough superlatives can't be used to describe how wonderful a cinematic experience this was. Christopher Nolan is taking over. While I wouldn't expect him to release movies to this level every time, once he continues with anything even close(as his portfolio is still small), then he'll become a legendary director. From the beginning, you're locked on to everything the movie has to offer. The mood is just dark and exactly how Batman should be portrayed....as in Batman Begins. I don't even know if I can watch the 1989 Batman now. Seems so...bland in comparison. Sorry Tim Burton, Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson but my goodness...The Dark Knight is a masterpiece. Despite all the hype, which usually spoils some movies as you expect too much, this is worth all the hype and more. I think Christian Bale is a superb actor and is cast very well due to his cool, calm and collective demeanor BUT Heath Ledger stole the show hands down. He had the mannerisms exact and he was a psychotic twist to what we've seen as the joker in the past. How did he do the voice? Just superb!! The acting was wonderful thanks to excellent casting, the music heard throughout just set the tone. The action scenes were well done, and the stunts were cool, especially the ones seen with his 'new' vehicle. The dialogue was excellent. Very well written. Everything is tied in nicely from beginning to end. It gets 10 out of 10 in my books. I have a Batman Begins poster in my room. Looks like it will be replaced. The Dark Knight is an instant classic!!
"Let's put a smile on that face!"