Not only is this the defining comic book movie, it is potentially the greatest action film made.

Rating: 10/10 (19 July 2008)

One word. Outstanding. Christopher Nolan has never failed to produce an sensational piece of cinema. Memento, was without a shadow of a doubt a great start to his career and really put him on the map, Batman Begins was astonishing and brilliant but The Dark Knight is so brilliant i think i am going to spend all of my pay check on theater trips, but at the end of the day film is more important than eating or sleeping in an apartment.
First off, the actors. Well hello Oscar board please recognize the casting for what it is, pure genius. Of course, a no brainier Christian Bale as Batman, he is flawless and he really is a sensational actor. Heath Ledger, a lot has been said how his performance was mesmerizing and astonishing and worthy of an Oscar, in my opinion an Oscar or any type of award wouldn't do the effort and work he put into the performance, this character portrayal of one of the most brilliant villains of all time is worthy of a lifetime achievement award, although it is obvious Heath Ledger dying is a real shame, because if he were alive he would welcome the sort of reviews the Marlon Brando received after The Godfather; that's how good it is and why The Dark Knight is number three on the top 250 and could potentially rise to the top.
10 out of 10, action-packed, flawless performances, brilliant cinematography and directing. Greatest film of the 21st Century.