Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Reviewed by: Jordan Brown

Price: £22.99

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Sometimes a major film comes along that’s so good that it’s difficult to express just how impressive it is. The Dark Knight is one of those films. Kicking things off with a Joker-led bank heist, director Christopher Nolan impeccably sets the film’s tone and refuses to let up until the credits roll and you finally get a chance to catch your breath.

With the criminal element living in fear of Batman, Gotham is finally at peace. That changes when the
psychotic Joker wreaks havoc and pushes The Dark Knight to the brink of insanity. As the maniacal villain threatens to destroy him, Bruce turns to DA Harvey Dent for a helping hand.

Focusing on the devastating effect The Joker has on Gotham’s citizens and the threat that poses to Bruce Wayne’s already fractured psyche, the plot draws resonance from showing how the caped crusader’s life is being systematically turned upsidedown.

It culminates in a perfect demonstration of inner turmoil of the world’s most fascinating superhero. Unfortunately, the light helping of extras (many of the featurettes that have been produced are only being included on the Bluray edition) is a little disappointing even though everything that has been included is gold. Despite this minor drawback, The Dark Knight stands proud as the finest
superhero movie ever.

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