Highly entertaining and engrossing - best of the summer thus far

Rating: 7/10 (20 July 2012)

Just back from the cinema. I was completely engrossed and just didn't notice how the hours of the long film passed by. Credit to the excellent story and screenplay from the makers, one is never left yawning or waiting for a scene to move on. This for sure has to be the first blockbuster film I've seen that I've been completely involved start to end (missed TDK in cinemas). All the actors fit right in and all the characters (to the smallest ones) are well developed and not left dangling (quite an accomplishment, esp. in today's action / comic book films). Bale as Batman, who grows from an outcast to inspirational figure / savior of Gotham is the central piece of the film. Excellent performances by Tom as Bane, Anne as Selina, Caine as Alfred add more color to this fact. Much like Batman Begins, Nolans have again revisited the trials and tribulations that a man undergoes in becoming the super hero that he is, which I feel was the most satisfying aspect in the former film, nicely done again. As with TDK, the Nolan has put in as much tech wizardy, cool scenes, and a non-stop-climaxing-sense in this one as well. Borrowing such elements from either films TDKR is one very enjoyable and satisfying experience - entertaining and introspective. Oh and yes inspirational as well. I sincerely hope more movie makers watch this and truly understand what the audience like us want and deserve, from summer blockbusters.