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xiayun
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The Dark Knight
The Dark KnightQuote: The Dark Knight is a 2008 superhero film directed and co-written by Christopher Nolan. Based on the DC Comics character Batman, the film is part of Nolan's Batman film series and a sequel to 2005's Batman Begins. Christian Bale reprises the lead role. The film follows Bruce Wayne/Batman (Bale), District Attorney Harvey Dent/Two-Face (Aaron Eckhart), Assistant D.A. Rachel Dawes (Maggie Gyllenhaal), and Police Commissioner James Gordon (Gary Oldman) and their struggles and journey in combating the new rising threat of a criminal who goes by the name of the "Joker" (Heath Ledger).
Nolan's inspiration for the film was the Joker's comic book debut in 1940, and the 1996 series The Long Halloween, which retold Two-Face's origin. The Dark Knight was filmed primarily in Chicago, as well as in several other locations in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Hong Kong. Nolan used an IMAX camera to film some sequences, including the Joker's first appearance in the film. On January 22, 2008, after he had completed filming The Dark Knight, Heath Ledger died from a toxic combination of prescription drugs, leading to intense attention from the press and moviegoing public. Warner Bros. had initially created a viral marketing campaign for The Dark Knight, developing promotional websites and trailers highlighting screen shots of Ledger as the Joker, but after Ledger's death, the studio refocused its promotional campaign.
The film was released on July 16, 2008 in Australia, on July 18, 2008 in North America, and on July 24, 2008 in the United Kingdom. Before its box office debut in North America, record numbers of advance tickets were sold for The Dark Knight. It was greeted with positive reviews upon release, and became only the second film to earn more than $500 million at the North American box office, setting numerous other records in the process. It is also the fifth highest grossing film worldwide, and one of only five films to earn more than $1 billion, worldwide. The film received numerous awards nominations and two Academy Awards for Best Sound Editing and Best Supporting Actor for Ledger's performance.
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Samwise
The Incredible Hulk
Joined: Tue Oct 19, 2004 8:30 am Posts: 551
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Re: The Dark Knight
I really really loved this film. It takes everything from the first film, builds on it and makes it better. The cast are outstanding. I really hope Ledger is nominated for an Oscar because he definitely deserves to be nominated. He is just pure, twisted, raw chaos. His Joker is funny but also completely frightening, unhinged and intelligent. This is a performance thats sure to be remembered. Oldman is fantastic in this also. He is such a great actor and he completely shines. One of the best persormances ive seen him give. Bale is also excellent. He slips in and out of his Batman and 2 x Bruce roles with ease. I thought he was great in Begins but here he is even better. Hats off to Eckhart too. His angry moments are something else. I was a bit shocked to see that at first as i am used to him playing it cool but i loved his portrayal of Harvey. For me he completely nailed it. Maggie was a lot better than Holmes and i only wish she had been in Begins. She was just a lot more believable in this role. Caine and Freeman are as always in top form. The Nolans have crafted a well thought out script. I love the direction in which they have gone with this. Nolan is one of those great directors working today and for me his work since Memento has been nothing short of excellent and its on show here again. He weaves his stories in and out of one another building up to one hell of a last 30 minutes. The action was also turned up a notch this time as is the drama. It honestly feels like the movie is going a million miles an hour and wont let up. When alls said and done it wont be everyones cup of tea but its everything i wanted out of a Batman movie and so much more, hell its all i wanted out of a superhero movie and so much more. Its my fave movie of the summer so far and definitely my fave film of the year and i cant wait to see it again.
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Christian
Team Kris
Joined: Thu Oct 28, 2004 5:02 pm Posts: 27584 Location: The Damage Control Table
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Re: The Dark Knight
I've been noticing on RT that the NEw York-based critics are currently giving the movie a bad review.
Or so it seems...
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Tue Jul 15, 2008 7:44 pm |
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Cotton
Some days I'm a super bitch
Joined: Sun Oct 24, 2004 7:22 pm Posts: 6645
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Re: The Dark Knight
With all the early raves and my own anticipation, I feel like I'll be in for a letdown no matter how good it is.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 12:49 am |
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Diesel
Motherfuckin' sexual
Joined: Wed May 10, 2006 4:38 pm Posts: 1830 Location: Orange County, CA
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Re: The Dark Knight
Christian Bale wrote: I've been noticing on RT that the NEw York-based critics are currently giving the movie a bad review.
Or so it seems... New York-Chicago rivalry maybe??? Does one even exist?
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 2:01 am |
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Biggestgeekever
I heet the canadian!
Joined: Mon Jan 23, 2006 12:58 am Posts: 5192 Location: The Great _______
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Re: The Dark Knight
Come on, where are those Australia Dark Knight reviews? I need my drugs damnit!
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 2:07 am |
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Squee
Squee
Joined: Tue Oct 12, 2004 10:01 pm Posts: 13270 Location: Yuppieville
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Re: The Dark Knight
Diesel wrote: Christian Bale wrote: I've been noticing on RT that the NEw York-based critics are currently giving the movie a bad review.
Or so it seems... New York-Chicago rivalry maybe??? Does one even exist? I know I fucking hate New York.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 2:11 am |
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The Dark Shape
Extraordinary
Joined: Sat Oct 23, 2004 3:56 am Posts: 12119 Location: Adrift in L.A.
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Re: The Dark Knight
I saw 110 minutes of the movie before a thunderstorm killed the theater's power and prevented the film from re-starting. So I'll chime in tomorrow after the 1:45 p.m. show.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 3:30 am |
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Joker's Thug #3
Extraordinary
Joined: Sun Oct 24, 2004 2:36 am Posts: 11130 Location: Waiting for the Dark Knight to kick my ass
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Re: The Dark Knight
Oh my, I would be furious if that happened while I was watching Dark Knight.
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MadGez
Dont Mess with the Gez
Joined: Sun Oct 24, 2004 9:54 am Posts: 22733 Location: Melbourne Australia
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Re: The Dark Knight
Biggestgeekever wrote: Come on, where are those Australia Dark Knight reviews? I need my drugs damnit! Couldnt go tonight - have to wait till Friday night now. Dark Shape - that sucks. I'd be furious too.
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getluv
i break the rules, so i don't care
Joined: Sun May 15, 2005 4:28 pm Posts: 20411
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Re: The Dark Knight
A Brilliant. I was shocked when it was really sad. I wonder if 2 face will be back. Heath Ledger's performance was incredibly. Seriously there was never a dull moment.
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MadGez
Dont Mess with the Gez
Joined: Sun Oct 24, 2004 9:54 am Posts: 22733 Location: Melbourne Australia
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luv wrote: A Brilliant. I was shocked when it was really sad. I wonder if 2 face will be back. Heath Ledger's performance was incredibly. Seriously there was never a dull moment. Cant wait to see it. Was the theatre packed? Not sure if everyone knew it opened Wed as all the billboards have "July 17" on them.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 9:18 am |
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getluv
i break the rules, so i don't care
Joined: Sun May 15, 2005 4:28 pm Posts: 20411
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Re: The Dark Knight
MadGez wrote: luv wrote: A Brilliant. I was shocked when it was really sad. I wonder if 2 face will be back. Heath Ledger's performance was incredibly. Seriously there was never a dull moment. Cant wait to see it. Was the theatre packed? Not sure if everyone knew it opened Wed as all the billboards have "July 17" on them. it was 75% full. and for a wednesday, that's good.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 9:37 am |
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Riggs
We had our time together
Joined: Thu Oct 21, 2004 4:36 am Posts: 13271 Location: Vienna
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Re: The Dark Knight
This thread will have about 20 pages once I'm able to see it.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 10:39 am |
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Dr. Lecter
You must have big rats
Joined: Sat Oct 16, 2004 4:28 pm Posts: 92093 Location: Bonn, Germany
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Re: The Dark Knight
Riggs wrote: This thread will have about 20 pages once I'm able to see it. Ditto
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thompsoncory
Rachel McAdams Fan
Joined: Sat Oct 23, 2004 11:13 am Posts: 14544 Location: LA / NYC
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Re: The Dark Knight
It's almost here!!!!
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 11:59 am |
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getluv
i break the rules, so i don't care
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Re: The Dark Knight
I really can't get over the last moments of Rachel. Soon as she started singing my heart dropped even though the bomb went off a split second later.
Seriously the performances here are just fantastic.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 12:57 pm |
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Christian
Team Kris
Joined: Thu Oct 28, 2004 5:02 pm Posts: 27584 Location: The Damage Control Table
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Re: The Dark Knight
I'm never a fan of the polls but this is getting ridiculous.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 3:57 pm |
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Corpse
Don't Dream It, Be It
Joined: Wed Aug 02, 2006 12:45 pm Posts: 37152 Location: The Graveyard
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Re: The Dark Knight
I hope I can go see TDK this weekend. We've had Wall-E for three weeks. Time for something new.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 4:01 pm |
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getluv
i break the rules, so i don't care
Joined: Sun May 15, 2005 4:28 pm Posts: 20411
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Re: The Dark Knight
who the fuck gave it the C?
srsly u ppl are a bunch of cowards, or Marvel comic worshippers.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 4:05 pm |
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Shack
Devil's Advocate
Joined: Sun Jul 31, 2005 2:30 am Posts: 38240
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Re: The Dark Knight
I have Wall-E and TDK coming at the same time this weekend. I'm totally torn between my Wall-E/Pixar allegiance or general curiosity for TDK. I'll just have to wait a day to see the other but I don't like being in this position.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 4:12 pm |
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getluv
i break the rules, so i don't care
Joined: Sun May 15, 2005 4:28 pm Posts: 20411
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Re: The Dark Knight
shack how old r u?
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 5:31 pm |
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getluv
i break the rules, so i don't care
Joined: Sun May 15, 2005 4:28 pm Posts: 20411
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Re: The Dark Knight
btw the Joker walking around in the nurses outfit was fucking hilarious.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 5:32 pm |
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The Dark Shape
Extraordinary
Joined: Sat Oct 23, 2004 3:56 am Posts: 12119 Location: Adrift in L.A.
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Re: The Dark Knight
Jesus Christ, it's good. My biggest complaint is a bit of heroic music during the final confrontation that I don't think fits the scene. Again, that's my major issue.
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Wed Jul 16, 2008 6:51 pm |
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Excel
Superfreak
Joined: Sat Aug 20, 2005 12:54 am Posts: 21929 Location: Places
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Re: The Dark Knight
can we lose all the damn non-review posts for real I want everyone to see my review
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