The Dark Knight

Punisher Bass · July 17th, 2008, 10:02 PM

I've been looking forward to this movie since Batman Begins came out in 05. I was so excited that I bought advanced tickets to a showing on friday, but now due to events beyond my control, they are just really expensive toilet paper. So it looks like I won't be able to see it for atleast a week, but I'm still interested to see what other people think.

My biggest question is did they fix the problems the first movie had? As in a leading lady you want to kick in the face and fighting shot so close up you can't tell what the hell is going on.

napoleondyna · July 17th, 2008, 10:34 PM

I cant wait to see it either. Im going to the midnight showing tonight. The first 6 minutes of the movie are on the net if you look for em.

eddysdaman · July 18th, 2008, 12:14 AM

Saw it a couple of nights ago.

Will not disappoint.

Heath Ledger held character so well that it made the movie all that more enjoyable with this being his last movie

- It had funny moments, it had dramatic moments and of course very dark moments - it was a very decent length so go take a leak before hand. If you enjoy the comics and Batman's fruitful history this won't let you down.

A++++++++++ Good Seller - Will Use Again kthnx

Firecat · July 18th, 2008, 01:27 AM

I'm been trying very hard to avoid previews for the last little while, and avoid reading anything...but it's difficult.

I booked for Saturday at 12:20PM on IMAX. The midnight and 3am showings here have been sold out for a bit, same with many showings for the rest of the weekend. It's gonna be crazy...i'll probably go to the theater an hour in advance just to get good seats and not be stuck in the front...and I hope no inconsiderate assholes start blabbing about the movie when they leave the theater.

This is gonna be so awesome.

the infinite jar · July 18th, 2008, 11:08 AM

It was fucking amazing; I can not describe how awesome it is.
On a scale of 1 to 10 it is at least a 12.

AarheadC · July 18th, 2008, 12:08 PM

I just saw a 12:01 showing and WOW! Just wow! I was amazed at the emotions it provoked also. I laughed, cringed, was saddened, and overall very satisfied with the experience.

I gave it a 10 on IMDb, which i rarely rarely do.

Can't wait to buy an HDTV, Blu-ray player, surround-sound system, and this movie just so I can experience this movie over and over!

Yes, it's THAT good!

NooDle · July 18th, 2008, 12:52 PM

sounds good. I hope the hype about Heath Ledger will not dissapoint.
yeah we all know he is dead now, and this was his latest movie. I just don't think that should be a reason to go watch the movie. A couple of better reasons could be that

- Batman movies generally kick ass
- the Joker is the best Batman baddie ever
- More batmobile, batbike and Lambo's

Scott · July 18th, 2008, 02:46 PM

I have tickets for 10:10 am tomorrow... and a Rush concert tomorrow night, how much better can one day get????

napoleondyna · July 18th, 2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Scott

I have tickets for 10:10 am tomorrow... and a Rush concert tomorrow night, how much better can one day get????

Lucky bastard...

The movie was nothing but awesome, but I'm wondering about a couple of things.

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-Why introduce Two-Face and then have him killed in the same movie? (or did he die?

)
-Why not kill off the joker too?
-Come to think of it, they shouldnt have had Two-Face in the movie at all, though maybe im just thinking tha because the joker stole the show.

The best movie I've seen in years. 10/10

essentialatom · July 18th, 2008, 08:42 PM

I'm seeing it on Monday and Wednesday at the Imax in Birmingham. Wednesday because I booked special tickets, and Monday because I'm seeing it as part of Richard and Judy's film club

The_Finn · July 18th, 2008, 09:50 PM

<insert blather about how amazing the movie was>

The Joker totally stole the show. Absolutely the best joker rendition of all time... Heath Ledger was incredible. it's like it wasn't even heath anymore he WAS the joker

also watchman trailer fuck yeah

Yaarg · July 18th, 2008, 10:04 PM

The ONLY downside to the movie is the fact that they cannot bring back the Joker for another movie. Heath Ledger was beyond phenomenal, one of the best movie performances of all time.

jpmfan · July 18th, 2008, 10:49 PM

have to wait until sometime in august to see it, absolutly dying to see it. Its already started smashing box office records too

The Dark Knight has reportedly bested the previous record holder, Star Wars, Episode III: The Revenge of the Sith, for the best midnight opening record with an estimated $18.5 million.

Variety reports that Dark Knight, which opened on 4,366 screens, "the $18.5 million did not include 3:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M." Deadline Hollywood Daily claims, via sources, that Warners Bros. "bigwigs are hoping for between $160 million and $170 million" weekend gross for Dark Knight.

In other Bat-opening news, MovieTickets.com reports that more than 1,300 performances nationwide are still sold out. This includes more than 220 in New York City and Los Angeles alone. All this, combined with a move into the MovieTickets.com Top 5 Pre-Sale List of All-Time, and sky-high approval ratings from MovieTickets.com users, combines to pack a powerful punch.

http://movies.ign.com/articles/892/892042p1.html

If it makes anything over $150 million for the weekend then it will be the biggest weekend opener ever, beating spiderman 3's 150mill

Koenig · July 19th, 2008, 02:20 AM

What an epicly epic movie. Truly amazing performance by Ledger, though I have to say, the "Batman" voice Bale uses is really annoying.

On a funny note, after I got home from the movie and turned the TV on........Batman & Robin with George Clooney was on TV. The contrast in quality is quite incredible

.

AarheadC · July 19th, 2008, 05:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jpmfan

have to wait until sometime in august to see it, absolutly dying to see it. Its already started smashing box office records too

The Dark Knight has reportedly bested the previous record holder, Star Wars, Episode III: The Revenge of the Sith, for the best midnight opening record with an estimated $18.5 million.

Variety reports that Dark Knight, which opened on 4,366 screens, "the $18.5 million did not include 3:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M." Deadline Hollywood Daily claims, via sources, that Warners Bros. "bigwigs are hoping for between $160 million and $170 million" weekend gross for Dark Knight.

In other Bat-opening news, MovieTickets.com reports that more than 1,300 performances nationwide are still sold out. This includes more than 220 in New York City and Los Angeles alone. All this, combined with a move into the MovieTickets.com Top 5 Pre-Sale List of All-Time, and sky-high approval ratings from MovieTickets.com users, combines to pack a powerful punch.

http://movies.ign.com/articles/892/892042p1.html

If it makes anything over $150 million for the weekend then it will be the biggest weekend opener ever, beating spiderman 3's 150mill

Thanks for all the stats! Very informative!

pfrocker · July 19th, 2008, 06:08 AM

Damn Summer School final, will catch it next week. By then I might get better seats.

bartboy9891 · July 19th, 2008, 06:35 AM

This was an excellent movie, easily the best Batman film and probably the best mainstream "comic book based" film as well.

DTMracer · July 19th, 2008, 07:29 AM

Me want batpod!

Firecat · July 19th, 2008, 08:46 PM

First off, if you can...watch it in IMAX. The scenes that were shot in this format were just phenomenal. I went to the theater about 2 hours before the showtime, good thing as well. There were about 5 people in front, and about 50 minutes away it was swamped.

I can't recall the last movie I saw that was so complete (heck, it was 2 1/2 hours which helped). It wasn't just about action, but about characters. It truly was magnificent..dare I say, a masterpiece.

And Heath Ledger. Wow....unbelievable. He truly embraced the role and captured all the nuances of The Joker.

I hold the first Batman film (Keaton/Nicholson) in very high regard, and I would never even compare the two. They are completely different, and The Dark Knight is the future of comic-book films.

July 17th, 2008, 10:02 PM	#1
Punisher Bass Resident Buick Ninja Joined: Feb 25th, 2007 Last Online: 08:15 PM Location: St Louis, MO Age: 24 Posts: 1,163 Car: 98 Buick Park Avenue Ultra Rep Power: 33	The Dark Knight I've been looking forward to this movie since Batman Begins came out in 05. I was so excited that I bought advanced tickets to a showing on friday, but now due to events beyond my control, they are just really expensive toilet paper. So it looks like I won't be able to see it for atleast a week, but I'm still interested to see what other people think. My biggest question is did they fix the problems the first movie had? As in a leading lady you want to kick in the face and fighting shot so close up you can't tell what the hell is going on. __________________ Mighty Buick Of Destruction

July 17th, 2008, 10:34 PM	#2
napoleondyna Joined: Jul 27th, 2006 Last Online: 01:15 AM Location: Tucson, AZ Age: 16 Posts: 399 Car: 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Rep Power: 16	I cant wait to see it either. Im going to the midnight showing tonight. The first 6 minutes of the movie are on the net if you look for em. __________________ My Photography http://final-gear.miniville.fr Click and make Final Gear town grow!

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eddysdaman Joined: Mar 19th, 2005 Last Online: 03:29 PM Location: Australia Age: 19 Posts: 638 Car: 01' Mitsubishi Lancer Rep Power: 18	Saw it a couple of nights ago. Will not disappoint. Heath Ledger held character so well that it made the movie all that more enjoyable with this being his last movie - It had funny moments, it had dramatic moments and of course very dark moments - it was a very decent length so go take a leak before hand. If you enjoy the comics and Batman's fruitful history this won't let you down. A++++++++++ Good Seller - Will Use Again kthnx __________________ See My Ride, Lenny Lancer: and my Forums Website For Awesome Wide-screen Wallpapers

July 18th, 2008, 01:27 AM	#4
Firecat Politically Charged Joined: Mar 23rd, 2005 Last Online: 07:24 PM Posts: 3,477 Rep Power: 23	I'm been trying very hard to avoid previews for the last little while, and avoid reading anything...but it's difficult. I booked for Saturday at 12:20PM on IMAX. The midnight and 3am showings here have been sold out for a bit, same with many showings for the rest of the weekend. It's gonna be crazy...i'll probably go to the theater an hour in advance just to get good seats and not be stuck in the front...and I hope no inconsiderate assholes start blabbing about the movie when they leave the theater. This is gonna be so awesome. __________________

July 18th, 2008, 12:08 PM	#6
AarheadC Joined: May 27th, 2005 Last Online: August 27th, 2008 Location: Anchorage, AK Age: 24 Posts: 238 Car: A Blue Hatchback Rep Power: 14	I just saw a 12:01 showing and WOW! Just wow! I was amazed at the emotions it provoked also. I laughed, cringed, was saddened, and overall very satisfied with the experience. I gave it a 10 on IMDb, which i rarely rarely do. Can't wait to buy an HDTV, Blu-ray player, surround-sound system, and this movie just so I can experience this movie over and over! Yes, it's THAT good! __________________

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the infinite jar Joined: Apr 24th, 2007 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Calgary, AB Posts: 63 Car: 1993 Nissan Altima (422000 KMs!), 1980 Honda CB750 Rep Power: 9	It was fucking amazing; I can not describe how awesome it is. On a scale of 1 to 10 it is at least a 12.

July 18th, 2008, 12:52 PM	#7
NooDle Joined: Jul 20th, 2005 Last Online: 08:12 PM Location: Belgium Age: 26 Posts: 1,522 Car: 2004 Opel Astra 2.2DTI Rep Power: 24	sounds good. I hope the hype about Heath Ledger will not dissapoint. yeah we all know he is dead now, and this was his latest movie. I just don't think that should be a reason to go watch the movie. A couple of better reasons could be that - Batman movies generally kick ass - the Joker is the best Batman baddie ever - More batmobile, batbike and Lambo's

July 18th, 2008, 02:46 PM	#8
Scott Previously known as ssnapier Joined: May 23rd, 2005 Last Online: 11:50 AM Location: Fort Detrick, Maryland Posts: 1,240 Car: RS2'd 95 Audi S-6 '06 Jetta TDI Rep Power: 20	I have tickets for 10:10 am tomorrow... and a Rush concert tomorrow night, how much better can one day get???? __________________

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essentialatom Joined: Jun 29th, 2005 Last Online: 02:44 PM Location: Solihull / Warwick University Age: 20 Posts: 534 Car: None any more, my brother pranged it a bit... Rep Power: 16	I'm seeing it on Monday and Wednesday at the Imax in Birmingham. Wednesday because I booked special tickets, and Monday because I'm seeing it as part of Richard and Judy's film club __________________ Your Opinion Is Worthless - check it out! And to a lesser extent - A Payne in the Glass

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The_Finn Joined: Feb 7th, 2005 Last Online: 12:00 PM Location: Worcestersheshershire MA Age: 27 Posts: 2,193 Car: 1988 Mazda 323 GTX / 1997 Saab 900s Rep Power: 25	<insert blather about how amazing the movie was> The Joker totally stole the show. Absolutely the best joker rendition of all time... Heath Ledger was incredible. it's like it wasn't even heath anymore he WAS the joker also watchman trailer fuck yeah __________________ Proud owner of a 1988 mazda 323 GTX: The ~~poor~~ rich mans evo... “Auto racing, bull fighting, and mountain climbing are the only real sports ... all others are games.” ~Ernest Hemingway~ Basically i go accurately and on special lines

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Yaarg Joined: Jun 10th, 2008 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 10 Car: 2001 Saturn L300 Rep Power: 0	The ONLY downside to the movie is the fact that they cannot bring back the Joker for another movie. Heath Ledger was beyond phenomenal, one of the best movie performances of all time. __________________ "If I ever saw an amputee being hanged, I would just yell out letters." - Demetri Martin

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jpmfan Joined: Jan 18th, 2005 Last Online: August 27th, 2008 Posts: 102 Rep Power: 15	have to wait until sometime in august to see it, absolutly dying to see it. Its already started smashing box office records too The Dark Knight has reportedly bested the previous record holder, Star Wars, Episode III: The Revenge of the Sith, for the best midnight opening record with an estimated $18.5 million. Variety reports that Dark Knight, which opened on 4,366 screens, "the $18.5 million did not include 3:00 A.M. and 6:00 A.M." Deadline Hollywood Daily claims, via sources, that Warners Bros. "bigwigs are hoping for between $160 million and $170 million" weekend gross for Dark Knight. In other Bat-opening news, MovieTickets.com reports that more than 1,300 performances nationwide are still sold out. This includes more than 220 in New York City and Los Angeles alone. All this, combined with a move into the MovieTickets.com Top 5 Pre-Sale List of All-Time, and sky-high approval ratings from MovieTickets.com users, combines to pack a powerful punch. http://movies.ign.com/articles/892/892042p1.html If it makes anything over $150 million for the weekend then it will be the biggest weekend opener ever, beating spiderman 3's 150mill

July 19th, 2008, 02:20 AM	#14
Koenig Joined: May 27th, 2005 Last Online: 07:47 PM Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 842 Rep Power: 17	What an epicly epic movie. Truly amazing performance by Ledger, though I have to say, the "Batman" voice Bale uses is really annoying. On a funny note, after I got home from the movie and turned the TV on........Batman & Robin with George Clooney was on TV. The contrast in quality is quite incredible . __________________ Please....for the love of all that is good and righteous....somebody nuke Tibet....PLEASE.

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pfrocker Joined: Jan 22nd, 2006 Last Online: 04:22 AM Location: San Francisco, California, USA Posts: 1,270 Rep Power: 14	Damn Summer School final, will catch it next week. By then I might get better seats. __________________ "The following program contains British accents. If you don't understand what bloody hell we are talking about, please turn on your closed captioning" -BBC America Top Gear Introduction

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bartboy9891 I'm not Moe Joined: Dec 1st, 2004 Last Online: 07:31 PM Location: University of Michigan Age: 19 Posts: 7,151 Car: 1996 Grand Am SE sedan, and dad's 2006 S60 2.5T Rep Power: 35	This was an excellent movie, easily the best Batman film and probably the best mainstream "comic book based" film as well. __________________

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DTMracer Joined: Oct 6th, 2007 Last Online: 12:54 AM Posts: 1,045 Car: 1988 Mini Cooper, 1998 MB E55 AMG Rep Power: 8	Me want batpod!

July 19th, 2008, 08:46 PM	#19
Firecat Politically Charged Joined: Mar 23rd, 2005 Last Online: 07:24 PM Posts: 3,477 Rep Power: 23	First off, if you can...watch it in IMAX. The scenes that were shot in this format were just phenomenal. I went to the theater about 2 hours before the showtime, good thing as well. There were about 5 people in front, and about 50 minutes away it was swamped. I can't recall the last movie I saw that was so complete (heck, it was 2 1/2 hours which helped). It wasn't just about action, but about characters. It truly was magnificent..dare I say, a masterpiece. And Heath Ledger. Wow....unbelievable. He truly embraced the role and captured all the nuances of The Joker. I hold the first Batman film (Keaton/Nicholson) in very high regard, and I would never even compare the two. They are completely different, and The Dark Knight is the future of comic-book films. __________________

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