Finale of Epic Proportion

Rating: 10/10 (23 July 2012)

Christopher Nolan is yet to deliver an unsatisfying film, and he absolutely hit the nail on the head with the last installment in the batman series. For a 3 hour movie, i know I and many other were up in our seats enthralled for whatever was going to happen next.
Christian Bale was magnificent as always. I enjoyed how Nolan brought out a more emotional side to Bruce Wayne on a more personal level. It was nice how there was more Bruce Wayne bettering himself and others around him, while still maintaining the Batman we know and love.
Anne Hathaway absolutely exceeded expectations as Selina Kyle/Catwoman. Her lustful/cunning personality was performed flawlessly and her transformation was performed even better. She brought a somewhat warm comical aspect to a movie embezzled with darkness, that added something to the batman series us as viewers were yet to see.
Tom Hardy as Bane provided a new villainous tone that i enjoyed. He was a true villain. He was physically dominant, with intelligence as well presenting scenarios where you did not know how Batman would be able to cope. The voice he provided, just as Heath Ledger had done, was nailed. Creepy and truly villainous. Bane was just as good as the joker in their own way.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt's role as officer Blake is overlooked for how key his role was. This young man is establishing himself as a true actor in Hollywood. His passion for Batman and the people of Gotham was extremely evident and you were rooting for this guy throughout the entire film.
Michael Caine never fails to deliver, and Alfred's riveting, emotional performance put me over the edge. He made me feel for his character, feel what he was going through exactly. A huge reason this movie was so successful was the performance of Alfred.
TDKR was a perfect way to end this historic trilogy with its powerful acting performances and the emotions poured out throughout the film. It just saddens me that this series is over due to the ending really sets up another film. Christopher Nolan i applaud you and the work you have done.