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The Dark Knight...
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How else would you describe his ability to see through floors/walls of the building when he was trying to find The Joker during the ferry scene?
Well, if I was pressed to account for it, I might first opt for his bat-like hearing.
But that's just me.
But that's just me.
Ummm...It wasn't X-Ray vision. It was sonar kind of like Dare Devil. He explained it in China and then again when he showed Luscious the machine he created to find Joker. His eyes didn't light up, it was something that covered his eyes. Every part of the movie is 5 stars. Maybe a strong 4.5 just because it appears they killed off Two Face.
I came away from the movie soooo satisfied.. Heath Ledger was perfect as the joker.. All of his lines were AMAZING!!
I also really liked the two-face subplot. Somehow I don't think that Two-Face is really dead...
This movie totally blew me away though. It's definitely raised the standard in every aspect. 6 out of 5 stars!!
I also really liked the two-face subplot. Somehow I don't think that Two-Face is really dead...
This movie totally blew me away though. It's definitely raised the standard in every aspect. 6 out of 5 stars
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I thought the movie was very good. As others have said, Heath Ledger was fantastic. He delivered a VERY creepy performance.
I got that. I just didn't buy into how it worked with his eyes.
That "something" is what they should have explained better, IMHO.
I loved it. Really appreciated it staying dark (and getting darker) as it dares to be true to the comic, again. Great work diving into the development and torment of characters with the Joker as catalyst.
Maggie Gyllenhaal was a little disappointing (although much better than Holmes), but I kept getting the impression that - particularly in her earliest scenes - she was asked to play up "ditz" so as to lessen the transition between actresses.
Ledger was, not surprisingly, absolutely amazing. Aaron Eckhart surprised me with his great performance. As usual, Bale was solid.
Very true.
Lastly, IMAX: it is worth the money and the trip you may need to take to get to one. Go. See it on IMAX. The scenes that are filmed with IMAX technology are stunning.
Maggie Gyllenhaal was a little disappointing (although much better than Holmes), but I kept getting the impression that - particularly in her earliest scenes - she was asked to play up "ditz" so as to lessen the transition between actresses.
Ledger was, not surprisingly, absolutely amazing. Aaron Eckhart surprised me with his great performance. As usual, Bale was solid.
Very true.
Lastly, IMAX: it is worth the money and the trip you may need to take to get to one. Go. See it on IMAX. The scenes that are filmed with IMAX technology are stunning.
I loved it. Really appreciated it staying dark (and getting darker) as it dares to be true to the comic, again. Great work diving into the development and torment of characters with the Joker as catalyst.
Maggie Gyllenhaal was a little disappointing (although much better than Holmes), but I kept getting the impression that - particularly in her earliest scenes - she was asked to play up "ditz" so as to lessen the transition between actresses.
Ledger was, not surprisingly, absolutely amazing. Aaron Eckhart surprised me with his great performance. As usual, Bale was solid.
Very true.
Lastly, IMAX: it is worth the money and the trip you may need to take to get to one. Go. See it on IMAX. The scenes that are filmed with IMAX technology are stunning.
Yeah- Aaron Eckhart was the dark horse in this film. He did an amazing job as Two Face. Heath was great, but Aaron shocked the crap out of me.
It seems that you're in the minority, as other people seemed to get it.
I'll wait for the DVD. Don't get me wrong. I really want to see this film. However, I haven't been to the cinema in ages. I may make an exception if I can see it at the IMAX in Sydney. It's the largest screen in the world.
Dammit Abstract - if there's one movie that should get your butt to a movie theater, it should be this one!
I'll even head up a collection for you and your woman. I'll call it the, "Get Abstract off his ass to go see Batman" fund. Post your Paypal account name, and we'll get started.
I can afford it a ticket.
Last movie I watched at the cinema was Hairspray (went with 2 female friends because I was bored). The other film I saw over the past year was Transformers, which I saw in August last year.
I really need to get out to the cinema more. I wanted to see Wall-E, Indiana Jones, and now this. This summer movie season seems to be one of the best in a long time. I think I need more friends who are also movie buffs. They're usually OK with just getting a bootleg copy off a friend's computer, getting 4-10 friends together in a room, a lot of beer and cheap wine, and watching the movie on a small TV/LCD, or even a laptop. Welcome to life as a student.
Last movie I watched at the cinema was Hairspray (went with 2 female friends because I was bored).
The other film I saw over the past year was Transformers, which I saw in August last year.I really need to get out to the cinema more. I wanted to see Wall-E, Indiana Jones, and now this. This summer movie season seems to be one of the best in a long time. I think I need more friends who are also movie buffs. They're usually OK with just getting a bootleg copy off a friend's computer, getting 4-10 friends together in a room, a lot of beer and cheap wine, and watching the movie on a small TV/LCD, or even a laptop. Welcome to life as a student.
That alone would have me a the movie theater again, just to wash the taste out of my mouth.
There are a few movies every year that should really be seen in the theater and occasionally one is worth heading to IMAX for. I dare say The Dark Knight is the pinnacle of that distinction. This is the first mainstream movie ever to film scenes with IMAX technology. The sweeping views of the city are done with it as are four other major scenes. I was a bit frustrated because at the IMAX here tickets are more than twice as much as I usually pay and I had to spring for a parking garage. Now, when I go see it again I won't even bother downgrading.
Was there a new soundtrack? Sounded to me like they just recycled the previous one... not that I'm complaining.
As I hate the rush of opening week crowds, I'll probably see this next weekend. Given all the glowing reviews, I'm filled with anticipation.
My understanding is that Zimmer "evolved" the Batman Begins soundtrack for this movie, fleshing out more of the initial themes, etc. Will have to listen for myself though.
good call. i went friday night and it was great, except for the obnoxious high school kids in the next row in front. threw popcorn/trash around, talked during the movie, had cell phones open/closed constantly during the movie (bright cell phone screens are distracting when trying to watch), would not shut up, did not stop talking........
yeah, so enjoy it next weekend. : )
I can afford it a ticket.
Last movie I watched at the cinema was Hairspray (went with 2 female friends because I was bored).
I really need to get out to the cinema more. I wanted to see Wall-E, Indiana Jones, and now this. This summer movie season seems to be one of the best in a long time. I think I need more friends who are also movie buffs. They're usually OK with just getting a bootleg copy off a friend's computer, getting 4-10 friends together in a room, a lot of beer and cheap wine, and watching the movie on a small TV/LCD, or even a laptop. Welcome to life as a student.
You going to Wollongong or Warrawong?
Wollongong Greater Union is the worst cinema I've been to - the sound sucks, there's a giant T-shaped area of light right through the middle of the screen because the doors open up directly facing it and it's really uncomfortable.
Now the Regent Theatre - that was how a movie should be seen - gigantic screen, two levels, a cocktail bar, big old seats and then they gave it to the God Squad... A giant art deco masterpiece gone to waste because only the happy clappies are allowed in.
Bring back good cinemas!!
That is why I don't do midnight showings anymore. The best time to do these blockbusters is the early morning shows Friday (if you can) or Saturday. Even though the IMAX I went to on Saturday at 9 was sold out it was still full of respectful moviegoers.
