In a word: Astonishing

Rating: 10/10 (25 July 2008)

Millions upon millions of words will be written about "The Dark Knight," from far better writers. I will offer only these few: You are not likely to see a better movie this year, possibly next, possibly ever. An amazing movie, in every respect. The acting is absolutely convincing. The direction is stunning. The script, well, it is simply brilliant. The score is subtle and at times oppressive, completely right for this material. The Christopher Nolan Batman is the one we've been waiting for since forever. "Batman Begins" was top-drawer stuff, but "The Dark Knight" takes the series to another level altogether. Go see it. Today.