Say it's possible, imagine the chance, gaze upon a masterpiece, in the truest sense of the word. Christopher Nolan, the man responsible for Batman Begins, reaches a previously impossible level, and leaves us with a film so great, it not only touches greatness, it re-imagines the meaning of the word.
The best film of the year so far, and a crime epic that would make Scorsese smile...is finally here. Ignore the comic books, the cartoons, all previous incarnations of the character, this is a movie that is all it's own, there is no other adaptation, telling, or known account that stands so boldy over countless others, as the best.
The movie, or let's just call it an event, is the best movie to grace theatre's screens this year. The story is full of imagination and genius. Batman lives in a world where he is neither accepted, or hated. Some try to be like him, and some vow to stop him. Christian Bale's perfect portrayel of a man playing a double life that goes deeper in his heart and mind then any other hero. His witty performance as a billionaire playboy, and anti-hero resonate equally.
The script not only advances the roles, but compliments the talents of each character, to near perfection. Michael Caine Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Maggie Gyllenhall, and Aaron Eckheart all represent qualities that cut deep into the soul of a story, so well built by Christopher Nolan and his brother, Jonathan Nolan.
Heath Ledger puts forth the greatest portrayel of a villain that I've ever seen. His sadistic madness, and his impertenant genius speak wonder. One can only imagine what went through the camera-man's eyes, as he shot the first footage of this impeccable final role for an actor who's talents only barely started to emerge in his final days.
One (myself) would worry that in a movie with such a great villain, (listed above) would take over the entire thing. But no, it doesn't. Heath Ledger is given just enough room to work, and does not tower over anything, he may have the greatest effect, but is never allowed to be the centerpiece, which is perhaps the movie's finest achievement.
I would give this film one thing that I haven't given any other superhero movie, 5/5. The stunning tale, crafted and acted beautifully, evokes emotion of the finest level. Batman's final line in the movie, gives you the real look at what this troubled hero has given his life to, what he is letting himself become. His final line, is this: "I'm the hero Gotham needs me to be". Only by seeing the film, will you know how pulse pounding that is, when spoken after the climax reaches it's end.
FINAL RATING (4/4)
The best film of the year so far, and a crime epic that would make Scorsese smile...is finally here. Ignore the comic books, the cartoons, all previous incarnations of the character, this is a movie that is all it's own, there is no other adaptation, telling, or known account that stands so boldy over countless others, as the best.
The movie, or let's just call it an event, is the best movie to grace theatre's screens this year. The story is full of imagination and genius. Batman lives in a world where he is neither accepted, or hated. Some try to be like him, and some vow to stop him. Christian Bale's perfect portrayel of a man playing a double life that goes deeper in his heart and mind then any other hero. His witty performance as a billionaire playboy, and anti-hero resonate equally.
The script not only advances the roles, but compliments the talents of each character, to near perfection. Michael Caine Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Maggie Gyllenhall, and Aaron Eckheart all represent qualities that cut deep into the soul of a story, so well built by Christopher Nolan and his brother, Jonathan Nolan.
Heath Ledger puts forth the greatest portrayel of a villain that I've ever seen. His sadistic madness, and his impertenant genius speak wonder. One can only imagine what went through the camera-man's eyes, as he shot the first footage of this impeccable final role for an actor who's talents only barely started to emerge in his final days.
One (myself) would worry that in a movie with such a great villain, (listed above) would take over the entire thing. But no, it doesn't. Heath Ledger is given just enough room to work, and does not tower over anything, he may have the greatest effect, but is never allowed to be the centerpiece, which is perhaps the movie's finest achievement.
I would give this film one thing that I haven't given any other superhero movie, 5/5. The stunning tale, crafted and acted beautifully, evokes emotion of the finest level. Batman's final line in the movie, gives you the real look at what this troubled hero has given his life to, what he is letting himself become. His final line, is this: "I'm the hero Gotham needs me to be". Only by seeing the film, will you know how pulse pounding that is, when spoken after the climax reaches it's end.
FINAL RATING (4/4)
3 comments:
joe,
you should write a story about me.
just a suggestion.
kyle hogan
I agree. The film was brilliant. It was so good it made Joe vomit. It was just so amazing Joe just couldn't stomach it.
From what I've heard of the movie, not only was it brilliant on all counts, it was also a masterpiece on all counts. The mastery of Heath Ledger and Christian Bale have already been proven legendary, but the intimate portrayal of such dark, deep characters I must see for myself. When I read your review, I am struck at first by what you say about Heath Ledger's character, the Joker. You say that he not only provides the perfect villain, he also provides the perfect amount of screen presence. I have never seen a movie where those to extremely important qualities are so completely balanced the way you say they are. I look forward to be what promises to be an entertaining movie, if not better than anything I've seen this year.
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