“Batman: The Dark Knight,” co-written and directed by Christopher Nolan and arguably the best superhero movie to date (if not ever), is a prime example of a film with a remarkable script paired with fully realized characters. At the heart of this exceptional story is the conflict between equally matched characters representing good and evil. Although you know that good will ultimately triumph, you’re not sure how and at what cost. And a troubled Bruce Wayne/Batman (Christian Bale) ponders: What steps is he willing to take? Must he become evil to fight evil? And once he crosses over to the dark side of his nature, once he realizes what he is capable of doing, who will he be then?
Much praise has already been directed at Heath Ledger’s quality performance as the Joker. I can only add additional applause. His interpretation of the Joker is one of subtle menace and unhinged bravado and he easily disappears into his role. Look beyond his white clown makeup, his lopsided red scar of a mouth and that crazed whinny laugh of his and you’ll find the heart of a terrorist, one whose single goal is to spread fear and corruption as far as he can. Ledger nails this performance.
“The Dark Knight’s” continued box office success clearly reveals that audiences are making repeat visits to see this movie. With outrageous action sequences, strong acting, and powerful story, “The Dark Knight” is one of the year’s best films. Don’t miss it. 7/20/08
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As I watched this film I realized that this movie, more than most, had everything to do with the villain. The Villain in this case is, of course, the Joker played by Heath Ledger. This villain was the center piece of this film for without this villain this movie would have been only "fair" at best. I read where there are some who believe that Ledger is only deserving of an Oscar because he died after his role in Batman. I say that he is more than deserving and will win and Acadamy Award
Heath Ledger is a "sure thing for supporting actor
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