The biggest superhero movie ever.

Rating: 7/10 (10 December 2012)

Christopher Nolan has completed the definitive super-hero trilogy, the Dark Knight films are the mark of quality others superhero directors( I'm looking at you Joss Whedon) should follow. This film is no kiddie flick like the recent marvel films were, the more mature and dark feeling gives it a great feel.
Okay let's start with the pacing. The film was two hours and forty minutes long, if were three hours long I still would have enjoyed it. The first hour pretty much sets up the story, so I didn't mind the slow pace. They definitely put a lot into this film, there were quite a few scenes that were unnecessary, such as the Miranda sub-plot. The action scenes were thrilling without being mindless. The score only gives these scenes a much grander feel. The fight between Bane and Batman was incredible, I couldn't look away. The set piece scenes were great without being over the top. The large lack of cgi in some of these scenes is much appreciated.
The main cast of returning characters were good as usual, Micheal Caine gives a more emotional performance this time around. Tom Hardy was awe inspiring as Bane, I found him much more menacing than previous villains. Some points in the film the suspense,fear when Bane is on screen or going to show up was undeniably genuine. I did enjoy the cameo from Scarecrow, a nice touch. Anne Hathaway was good as cat woman, at first I didn't have to high of hopes for that character, but it all worked out.
This film is a must see, it is far better than any recent superhero movie I could think of. I own the limited edition Blu-ray, which by now is very pricey, only recommended to big fans. Get the Blu-ray if you want the full experience, the sound wasn't even on high and the walls were rattling. 7/10