Great film

Rating: 10/10 (20 July 2008)

I was not used to a batman fan but after seeing this film I might become a fan of this dark knight. I can't exactly explain why this superhero movie attracts me, it's hard to tell. Maybe it's because of director Christopher Nolan's talent in making big movies, Bruce Wayne's (Christian Bale) charm, butler Alfred's sophistication, commissioner James Gordon's (Gary Oldman) disinterest or ...the Joker's (Heath Ledger) outstanding performance. I love all the characters and I respect all the actors and staffs in this film, you really done a great job!
I had to admit that this movie horrified me when I walked out the cinema, it's way too bloody and strict for me. But after all, I still like it. I have some reflections to share. First, I have a feeling that the director is intending to challenge human being's kindness and morality through many scenes, take the two ship scene for example. Did you assume that anyone would press the button to save his own life regardless of others' lives? I did. (Shame on me.) And once you are one of them on the ship, will you ignite that damn bomb? Though this world is corrupted, the director wants to tell us that humanity is still existing. We will not become carnivore creatures cause we still have the virtue. Everyone should look on the bright side, tomorrow shall be fine. Second, the character Joker has great impact on me. He points out that large majority of us lead a life full of plans, orders and schedules. We live by rules. (How pathetic?) Once a plan has been changed, yours and my life would become a chaos. Does that means we can take things easier? Yes, I think so. He also mentioned that why everyone's so serious? In the film his subject is death and I changed it into other stuffs. Are we too serious about social position, salary, school diplomas and weight? Yes, we do. I'm one of them who the Joker's laughing at. I've made my life too complicated and it's quite dreadful sometimes. I have made a deal to myself, just take things easier. I believe I'll be happier then.
Last, I would like to express my respect to Heath Ledger. He's such a fantastic artist and he left this world so young; it's a great loss to all the movie- lovers that we can't no longer looking forward to see his next movie. May you rest in peace, the Joker!