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The Dark Knight is Still Riding High

By Diana Richardson | August 2, 2008

“Wow” is simply not enough to describe “The Dark Knight”.  I was one of those who got the chance to see it in IMAX opening weekend and let me tell you, if you have an IMAX near you, go see it on the ultimate Big Screen!

This perfect package of a movie has all the ingredients of a classic (and dare I say “award winner”). Everything is at the right caliber – from the acting to the cinematography, to the writing and especially the directing.

PROS:

The Acting.  This is an ensemble movie.  The performances by each actor whether they are a criminal that dies within 5 minutes of appearing on screen or just an extra in the street, all come together to create a believable and captivating world.

The Story.  This is a villain movie.  We see a city in the midst of change as well as criminals that are evolving to meet and exceed Batman’s capabilities.  It’s intriguing to watch as Batman realizes what Gotham City is really in need of.

The Writing.  Witty, subtle and smart - just the way I like it.

The Directing.  Only one person can be given the ultimate credit for creating a film that is a “Complete Package” - director Christopher Nolan.

Heath Ledger/The Joker. Ledger’s “Joker” is funny, likes chaos and killing and doesn’t really like planning or money – quite the villain.  Ledger is able to invent and mold a character completely different than himself (or who I would think Ledger to be) and execute a performance that is 100% believable.  We do not see Heath Ledger on the screen, not even for a second and that is the talent that will be missed.

Aaron Eckhart/Two Face. Two Face is a conflicted man, which is also a characteristic seen in Batman.  They both want what is right, what is fair, and what is just, but they are also human and feel the need for revenge.  Eckhart does a wonderful job of showing “Two Face’s” emotional torment and the ultimate break down of Gotham City’s “White Knight.”

CONS:

It’s a little long and there’s not enough Morgan Freeman or Michael Caine.

UNIQUE QUALITIES:

The cinematography! Especially in IMAX. I left the theater feeling like “I cannot WAIT for the next one!!  What’s going to happen next?!”

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