21st Century will be remembered for this "Unbeleivable Masterpiece"!

Rating: 7/10 (22 October 2014)

The Dark Knight is incredibly bold and clever; few of the truly stylish action flick I've seen. Not only it is the greatest superhero film, it makes way in the best action films as well. It continues from where other superhero films end, juxtaposition of good and evil brings out the uneasiness of the increased haziness of the line between them. The outstanding writing makes it a tremendous blockbuster and a fascinating journey while it is very rich but the dark imagery affects the viewer and asks significant question at the same time.
There are not many films which can stimulate one as much as The Dark Knight does. Seldom is a movie in the present times where everything goes right and surpassing its adaptation in many ways is sheer brilliance. The Dark Knight is flawless and the best by Nolan.
Heath Ledger gave a gigantic performance as Joker which reminded me of Anthony Hopkins as Hannibal Lector in The Silence of the Lambs. Joker is sinister and severe who fails in every vista of humanity. He is not a passer-by villain, he is the most extravagant, transcending our uttermost envision of a scoundrel. His past is so tormenting one would never retrieve, but Joker's expression of his childhood trauma leaves the audience bewildered. Nolan never seek the viewer to like the Joker, and Ledger not only builds on to it, but uses his potent to the extreme. Every act of his appear natural at leisure, rendering his portrayal with depth and realism.
Ledger utilized all of the screen time Joker got, bringing forth an unforgettable performance, winning the hearts of everyone who saw the film, perhaps one of the few villain in a movie who is loved more than the hero itself. 'Why So Serious?' has become a fad on the internet is a testimony of the influence of his performance on popular culture. He received numerous awards including the academy for the best supporting role.
Gary Oldman, the chameleon actor, transformed into the role of Commissioner James Gordon ever so easily. He was exceptional in poising the film full of craziness and evil with his goodwill and prudence. Maggie Gyllenhaal as Rachel was impressive as well, being the only female barring Ramirez in the cast, she was smart and beautiful. Michael Caine as Alfred and Morgan Freeman as Lucius Fox made their presence felt with their experience. Aaron Eckhart as Harvey Dent gave his best performance till date. Dent's diplomatic and mean nature was done extremely well which makes the performance substantial.
Christian Bale is a versatile actor, having credited for diverse roles but he is popular for playing the role of Batman. He is marvelous as Bruce Wayne, portraying the charm and finesse on one hand; anxiety and desolation on the other. Despite the heavy suite and gadgets Batman carries, Bale pulls off the action sequences quite well. The Dark Knights' score contributes to the Dark theme as much the cinematography and Art Direction does. The music is chilling and heroic. Nolan, after Memento, The Prestige and Inception, has produced another masterpiece under his belt. His non-linear storytelling and unexpected ending are some elements notable in his work.
Credit must be given to everyone involved with the production of this film, who have done a great job in creating a defining film of this century, which will influence the film making style in the future. The Dark Knight is rejoice at the end which promises Gotham 'A Watchful Guardian' but not a hero.