A superhero movie masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (19 July 2012)

There has been a lot of hype going for this movie before it was even released, especially with Heath Ledger's Joker. And this movie has met the hype and it exceeded my expectation and Heath Ledger's version of the Joker really delivered. In fact his character is the show stealer in this masterpiece. And is hands down one of the greatest villains to ever hit the movie screen. And this is a relief cause the ending for "Batman Begins" kinda hyped Batman's new villain. Although Christopher Nolan does not plan ahead for sequels. It's just a shame that this was basically Heath's last performance, RIP Heath Ledger. I ain't even going to talk about the plot to this cause it's simply a masterpiece and will keep you on the edge of your seat. This movie is over 2 hours and 30 minutes but it feels way shorter and you just won't want this movie to end. Thanks to the tightly wrapped plot and Christopher Nolan's directing. While "Batman Begins" is about the building up of Batman this is Batman at his peak and how he utilizes his every skill in order to try and stop a chaotic force. His style in this reminds me of the movie "Heat", especially when it comes to the cinematography. And it really works for this movie and blends right in and gives it that more thrilling element. Christian Bale is a excellent Bruce Wayne. But the actor and character that isn't getting the recognition it deserves is Aaron Eckhart as Harvey Dent or Two Face. His performance was spot on and almost gets rid of that awful aftertaste from the Tommy Lee Jones version of Two Face from "Batman Forever". Anyways the Joker in this is a agent of chaos and he really does bring chaos to Gotham City. He is a insane ominous maniac and just so entertaining to watch, it's just so darn thrilling and engaging. The constant "what is he going to do next?" is one aspect that drives this movie. It's just awesome that Batman's archenemy really really delivers in this movie, with the mannerism and demeanor. Everything is just spot on Joker with a bit of flare to it. There is debate going on who is the better Joker, Jack Nicholson or Heath Ledger's version. Personally I like Heath's version better but it's understandable when it comes to the audiences that like Jack's version better. This isn't just a superhero movie, this movie really does deserve awards. To the story to the acting and dialogue, to the cinematography and action everything is superb. This time the Batman fight sequences aren't choppy anymore and you can actually see what is going on. Katie Holmes for some reason thought it would be a better idea to be in "Mad Money" a movie that nobody watched over this. And is now replaced by Maggie Gyllenhaal as Rachel Dawes. She may not really have the look but her acting chops are way better than Katie Holmes. Other small side characters such as Eric Roberts as Sal Maroni after the downfall of Falcone and Michael Jai white as Gamble did a good job as well, although there scenes are very small. There is also a character in the mob that looks like a less fat version of Flass but isn't. While "Batman Begins" is a great superhero movie but it did slightly feel slow at times although very few. This movie overshadows "Batman Begins" in a lot of areas. There isn't a single dull moment in this or any slow parts while showing a great crime/drama/action story. Also while "Batman Begins" didn't really utilized Batman's detective skills, he uses some detective skills in this one. I really couldn't spot any flaws with this movie maybe very very very slightly. But still this is a masterpiece of a movie that shows how one of the world's coolest and notorious superhero faces a chaotic and ominous force such as the Joker. Like I said this movie might have slight flaws and slight plot holes but if I don't give this one a 10/10 I don't know what I will give it to.
10/10