Impressive "Batman" movie to say the least...

Rating: 8/10 (22 August 2013)

Well, with this third movie, director Christopher Nolan definitely drive a nail into it and makes it clear and solid that he is indeed the right man to be directing the "Batman" movies, unlike the previous attempts at making "Batman" movies prior to the first movie of Christopher Nolan.
The Gotham universe is simply brought to life on the screen in such a manner that it is hard to take your eyes off of it. Everything here just screams "Batman" comic book, and it is indeed the way it should be told.
I am not going to go into details with the storyline, as it would be a waste of time and effort, as this movie is to be seen to be fully appreciated.
Character-wise, then I think "The Dark Knight Rises" was really great. There was a lot of good character development and building here, both hero and villain alike. Personally, I didn't care much for the mask that Bane was wearing, and would have preferred something as in the actual comic books. But hey, creative output on the director's side, I suppose. Bane was indeed a good character and well fleshed out. Aside from his voice, with really was a moment of irritation.
It was also nice to have Seliana/Catwoman back in the universe again, after some questionable appearances in the previous two movies where the Catwoman character was in. Costume-wise, then the costume designer could have come up with something more in the spirit of the Catwoman comic books, but hey, that is just a personal preference.
The story progressed nicely and there was a brisk pace to it, which never lead to any dull moments. And there was actually a rather nice twist to the movie towards the last quarter of the movie. I really enjoyed that plot twist and hadn't seen that coming at all.
And also the introduction to the Robin character was interesting, and far better than the previous movie where he was in. And I do believe that this actor, without revealing who it is for the sake of those who haven't seen the movie yet, will be doing a much better job with the character than Chris O'Donnell did.
Again, the cast of actors and actresses was really great, as in the previous Christopher Nolan "Batman" movies. Lots of really talented people in the movie, and everyone was doing great jobs with their given roles and characters.
The gadgets and toys were there, as always. However, the aircraft that Batman had in this movie was a little bit too futuristic and Sci-Fi for my liking.
The action and fighting sequences were great and nicely choreographed. Lots of adrenaline and explosions here to help the story along for those adrenaline junkies in the audience.
"The Dark Knight Rises" was primarily driven by a great story and some interesting and good character development, and as such, then "The Dark Knight Rises" is definitely a movie well worth watching.