The Dark Knight Review

Rating: 9/10 (19 July 2008)

Plot: Batman (Christian Bale) is cleaning the streets of Gotham with the help of Lt. Gordon (Gary Oldman) and the new D.A Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart). It seems the time for Batman to hang up the cape is near, and Bruce Wayne/Batman can't wait to hand over the torch to "the white knight" Harvey. Enter the Joker (Heath Ledger) who makes the desperate gangsters an offer to "kill the Batman." Soon the entire city of Gotham is brought to their knees by the Joker as he starts to kill men off one by one, and play psychological games with the citizens of Gotham.
Pros: The most intense movie I have ever seen, not a moment in this film is wasted time. All the characters have a very strong plot to them, however some have more than others. An example of this is Alfred's (Michael Caine) plot where he explains to Bruce about psychopaths. Terrific acting throughout the film. A movie that truly makes you believe in the city of Gotham with sweeping views of the city. The Joker is a truly menacing force, and you're eyes are drawn to him in every scene. While I have not seen any of Heath Ledger's previous work, I can say that he totally disappears into the character. The script also makes it very easy for him, and some of the Joker's games are truly interesting and revolting at the same time. Some very good plot twist's here, one involving Rachel Dawes (Maggie Gyllenhaal) and Harvey being taken hostage by the Joker. One of the greatest superhero/action/drama/thriller movies I've ever seen.
Cons: If I have to say some negative... then I will say I found the Joker to be a bit corny at times, (blasphemy!) but their are so many good scenes for the Joker that you instantly forgive him.
Overall: Go and see this movie. 5/5 Stars