I don't believe my eyes

Rating: 10/10 (17 July 2008)

When the first Batman movie came out more tan a decade ago, I thought it was as expected. And the sequels actually got worse with each installment.
Batman Begins gave me a breath of "fresh" air as it went back to the roots and produce a darker and meaner Batman, one where Bob Kane would have been very proud of.
I thought a sequel might be equal to or less than Batman Begins... Boy! Am I ever more wrong....
This movie keeps its pace, not too fast, not too slow but everything keeps piling up, breaking down and piles higher again. Wow!!! All of Marvel's recent movies cannot even dream of matching half the success of this one. My goodness! I have seen a true translation of the Dark Knight.
Enough of an old fan boy's ramblings.
First, the plots and story. Like I have mentioned the plot keeps adding up even when you thought it was being broken down. However, do not expect a run-stop-run type of story pace. This is maintains a relatively steady pace, very unusual for an action movie. Expect the unexpected unless you are a fan of many years.
Second, the acting. I am so glad they replaced Katie Holmes because I don't believe she will be able to handle the role this well. Ms Maggie Gyllenhaal, you showed us how to turn a relatively understated role into a good performance. I wish you could return in the sequel, but... sigh... So many good young actors in this movie that veteran actors, Michael Caine and Morgan Freeman, were outshone.
A personal question to the late Mr Heath Ledger. Why did you have to die?!!!! I want to see your Joker again!! You were perfect as the Joker... no, you are the Joker! You've effectively given Joker his menace back and now, we will all be deprive of the return of this Joker. Your best work is your last. I salute you, but if you can please come back from wherever you are.... we want to see you in one of the sequels.
Third, the director. Thank you.
If anyone of you still have not watch this one, What the hell are you waiting for? Get off that seat and go watch a true masterpiece. I will remember this movie for years to come.