The Dark Knight Rises

Just got back. Two words: Fucking Awesome!

apparently this film is just to die for!

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apparently this film is just to die for!

Hehe, a French journalist also said the movie was a killer.

Naaah, it's video games !!

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Am I the only person in the world not giving a shit to this movie? Am I becoming Sentura?

i think if you don't give a shit you're becoming more like peris, i care too much

Man they layed the

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occupy wall street and wealth gap commentary

on pretty fuckin thick in this movie.

Just got back from the cinema.... Fucking aweeeeeesome!!!!

I completely agree! I Immediately watched it the first day. The only thing that bothers me are all these trolls nitpicking every little thing and going on and on about it. Not only that but also the godlike status The Joker seems to have. Don't get me wrong, I loved Heath as The Joker, but I do really wonder if he would have gotten the same recognition if he was still alive?

Well it's not necessarily trolling if people pick out flaws in it, I loved the first two and liked this one but I noticed a lot more wrong with it than I had with the previous films, maybe as I was quite hyped for it. Things like

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bane's really quick death which they never came back to

and

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miriam coulthard's really badly acted death scene

and

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the ridiculous bit where commisioner gordon throws a flare onto the exact spot on the frozen river where Batman has laid a trail of gunpowder leading to a flaming bat symbol on a building, which he probably wasted a good few hours setting up

and

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suddenly everyone seemed to know that Batman was Bruce Wayne

. Things like that though don't ruin the film at all and yes they are nitpicky (it's not exactly a realistic film franchise), but it was just strange as elements of it seemed a little rushed, to me. Also I was disappointed that they ruined the films biggest set piece (in the football stadium) in the trailer. Still, a great trilogy though.

There is nothing wrong with constructive criticism. The movie certainly isn't flawless. But I'm talking about people complaining about ridiculous small things.

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Such as the travel time between Batmans prison and Gotham.

I understand your views and I agree on the death scene, that was really bad. To me the movie seemed a little rushed as well but that was countered by the constant tension. I disagree with the rest though. You got a point about the flaming bat sign, but it's the symbolism that matters. It was very important and it needed to be done. I actually liked Bane's death. Abrupt but fresh and for me, it was better then a cliche end fight.

I think that most people that complain about the plot devices [not talking about you PaulH] simply weren't paying enough attention. Because it was actually put together very well. Can't blame those people though. The movie was fast paced and took me two sittings to get the most out of it.

Fair enough I think the thing with

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Bane's death that bothered me was that they built him up to be this guy who was actually more powerful than Batman and I spent most of the film wondering how they could possibly finish him off, then within a couple of seconds he's been hit with some missile and supposedly killed, seemed a bit of a cop out and a slight anti climax to that part of the story

i just saw it and loved it but i am a chris nolan fan boy so i guess my opinion doesnt matter

Yeah same, just seen it and I loved it, fucking awesome, no joke the audience actually clapped and cheered at the end, never actually seen that happen myself.

I saw it and loved it. One thought, I don't think its fair to try comparing this to the Dark Knight; because the two movies are practically different genres. The Dark Knight was very comic book-ish style and action heavy, humorous etc, while The Dark Knight Rises is simply a strong story telling movie with a fair bit of action. They did well to tie it into the previous films, and WOW the ending was great! Both great movies, different reasons. The first is excellent as well

Understandble PaulH.

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But I feel that a rocket to face was the only way to eliminate such a superior foe. Taste differs.

The thing I actually liked best about this one is how it ends. There's a very clear message throughout all three movies and Nolan doesn't miss a beat. Think about it:

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In Batman Begins it's all about fear. How to overcome it. How to use it and of course, what Batman represents. It's about becoming a symbol that is incorruptible and everlasting. Something elemental and something terrifying.

In The Dark Knight it's about remaining incorruptible. Doing the right thing. That's why he doesn't kill the Joker even though he wants him to break his one rule. The Joker even says: "You truly are incorruptible, aren't you? You won't kill me out of some misplaced sense of self-righteousness".

And not to forget the ongoing fight for Gotham's soul. Since Batman Begins, crime has decreased and people are less scared. Which is why Harvey Dent is supposed to be the white knight. Someone who could take over from Batman because the people wouldn't need him anymore. The Joker of course tries to get Gotham to turn on Batman, in which he succeeds untill the ferry scene. The right moral choice was made sending a message of united we stand.

Unfortunately The Joker reveals his ace in the hole, Harvey Dent and the things he has done. That's why Batman takes the blame. Gordan said it best:"Because he's the hero Gotham deserves, but not the one it needs right now. So we'll hunt him. Because he can take it. Because he's not our hero. He's a silent guardian, a watchful protector. A dark knight".

In The Dark Knight rises it's made clear that crime in Gotham is under control. It's peace time and so Batman is gone. Events force him out of retirement and again he saves the city and seems to die in the process. Making him a legend that will never be forgotten. After Robin leaves the police force, Wayne left him the keys to the Batcave and all his gear. He has finally found someone to take over meaning he can go on with his life. Robin will become the new Batman and as soon as he is spotted, the original goal is fullfilled. Batman has become a everlasting terrifying symbol!

Respect Nolan!

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I seen it today, I also agree it was really good.

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I felt that the 3rd film feels to much like New York City and less like Gotham and more like a terrorist plot to take over New York City than a Batman Villain trying to destroy and/or corrupt it. However the last half was awesome!

His mask in the last 2 movies were perfect, not sure why they changed it to look like a fathead.

enjoyable but meh, worst of the three by far.

Saw it the other day. Liked it, but pretty much forgot everything about it the second I stepped out of the cinema.

Agreed. Thought it was 'meh' too and not really well put together in comparison to the previous. I think he bit more than he could chew on this one and explored too many themes without ever going deep enough..

Not a bad movie, but not great