I haven't seen one of these since Danny Devito sailing in the sewer in a rubber swan.:eek2: Maybe I'll make an exception for this one.
The Dark Knight in 20 days...
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3 out of 4 midnight showings in Tuscaloosa are already sold out. I was sweating bullets there for a while.
This film is going to make some SERIOUS money.
This film is going to make some SERIOUS money.
I think some of you posters are being a little too critical of the critics (heh). Let's not forget that this movie hasn't even come out yet. If you caught an advance screening, then disregard what I said, but there is still a chance this movie won't be good. Sure, it's a small chance. I fully expect that I will immediately place it towards the top of action/comic book movies I have seen. However, I've been burned on this kind of hype before. It's not out of the question that the movie isn't good, much less the be all end all of film making.
So, go see it. Then skewer the critics that didn't like it.
So, go see it. Then skewer the critics that didn't like it.
The problem is, the very few critics who are giving it negative reviews can't justify what makes it a bad film. They're just claiming it's too long and too dark. Silence of the Lambs was dark, but was it a bad film? Titanic was long, but was it a bad film (even though I hated it lol)? They can't give a valid reason as to why this film is bad. I've read four negative reviews, and each of those critics were obviously not professionals, nor did they give valid reasons as to why it was bad. They weren't convincing, nor were they on target with anything they said. They claimed this film is too dark for children, yet they don't state why, such the darkness of the film is cheesy, cliche, pointless, etc. etc. It's just too dark and too long. That's it. So, can their word be trusted compared to the critics who are praising it can? They seem to be on target stating why the film is outstanding, rather than just plainly stating it's a good movie. You know what I mean?
Actually too dark and too long are both valid criticisms for a movie. Especially for a big-budget summer action movie. I've also heard some negative reviews call the movie jumbled and that it has poor pacing. Whatever.
Like I said before, I'm very excited about seeing this movie (midnight tickets, no less), and I do expect it to be great. I appreciate that Christopher Nolan is going to make this a very dark movie. Batman should be dark (he's completely insane, for example). However, I can understand that puts some people off when they go to see a blockbuster action flick.
I'm not even saying you shouldn't complain about critics that dislike it. Just see the movie first. It's an extremely small chance, but it's possible you walk out of the theater on Friday and think to yourself, "man, that wasn't really that great."
Yeah, no doubt, I fully understand what you're saying and I'm not disagreeing one bit. I'm the most critical person when it comes to films, by large trust me, and I had my fair share of dislikes in Batman Begins (boring chase sequences and fast dialogue). I haven't seen the film yet, but my argument is that I can't stand it when so-called "critics" fail to state something so simple, such as why the darkness in this movie makes it a bad film. They could just simply provide potential viewers with a simple, "it's too dark for children", rather than bashing the entire film because it's the complete opposite of their favorite Spiderman film and wasn't childish like most modern day comic book inspired films are. They could even state that the darkness makes the movie boring, less intriguing, stupid, or doesn't coincide with the story, etc. etc, and they would sound like a more credible source.
I can tell a legitimate critic from just a biased naysayer.
I can tell a legitimate critic from just a biased naysayer.
PS: I have yet to read any of the up to date negative reviews. I'm talking about the first three or four released.
http://www.news.com.au/entertainment/story/0,26278,24029281-7485,00.html
The above link will lead you guys to a review that's somewhat of the point I'm trying to make about illegitimate critics.
The above link will lead you guys to a review that's somewhat of the point I'm trying to make about illegitimate critics.
I don't mean to post so frequently, but here is a little something I took from TDK IMDB boards, and I'm happy to announce I'm a proud member of the 2008 class, and after three long years of anticipation, it's finally here. lol
Dear "The Dark Knight" board members,
I just want to say that the past three years on this board has been amazing. This has been the best education I have ever had in my life. The key events that have shaped my life and defined me for who I am today have been made here -- at "The Dark Knight" board. This educational experience was amazing, and the best schooling ever. I musn't forget the many people that I have loved and had sex with... which comes out to just about all the regs on this board and a couple newbies.
This Thursday, let's celebrate the graduation of the class of 2008 from "The Dark Knight" board/school. The graduation ceremony will take place at 7:00 pm Eastern time. I expect EVERYONE, from newbies to regs, to come here for the festivities. There will be imaginary drinks and food, and plenty of going away e-sex.
That being said, I do not want ANYONE to shed a tear. This IS NOT a sad day. Rather, it's a bittersweet day in which we move on to the next chapter of our lives: "The Untitled The Dark Knight Sequel" Board.
Love,
senorashish
P.S. Please RSVP to this post by Thursday, July 17, 2008 @ 7:00 pm EST if you plan on attending the festivities. Thank You.
Dear "The Dark Knight" board members,
I just want to say that the past three years on this board has been amazing. This has been the best education I have ever had in my life. The key events that have shaped my life and defined me for who I am today have been made here -- at "The Dark Knight" board. This educational experience was amazing, and the best schooling ever. I musn't forget the many people that I have loved and had sex with... which comes out to just about all the regs on this board and a couple newbies.
This Thursday, let's celebrate the graduation of the class of 2008 from "The Dark Knight" board/school. The graduation ceremony will take place at 7:00 pm Eastern time. I expect EVERYONE, from newbies to regs, to come here for the festivities. There will be imaginary drinks and food, and plenty of going away e-sex.
That being said, I do not want ANYONE to shed a tear. This IS NOT a sad day. Rather, it's a bittersweet day in which we move on to the next chapter of our lives: "The Untitled The Dark Knight Sequel" Board.
Love,
senorashish
P.S. Please RSVP to this post by Thursday, July 17, 2008 @ 7:00 pm EST if you plan on attending the festivities. Thank You.
HA! I hadn't seen that review. Okay, I'll give you that one. Anytime a movie "critic" opens up with:
Pretty much a death sentence for their credibility when it comes to reviewing movies.
Just got in from seeing it...was a wonderfully good film, everything i had heard about the film was true.
Just got in and all i can say is "Wow."
That was the fastest three hours of my life - the film really does zoom by and never lags.
Heath Ledger is not in this film, he completely and totally disappears into the Joker. Once you see this performance you will hopefully feel the way that I do - that we lost a truly amazing talent way too soon.
Saw it in IMAX-dome which was approaching damn near sensory overload...it was incredible.
The film was amazing but the story is, and should be, Heath Ledger's performance. His pencil trick alone was worth the price of admission. Hannibal Lecter now has company and the praise isnt undue...Ledger deserves at least a nomination and should come away with the Oscar - he was THAT good.
That was the fastest three hours of my life - the film really does zoom by and never lags.
Heath Ledger is not in this film, he completely and totally disappears into the Joker. Once you see this performance you will hopefully feel the way that I do - that we lost a truly amazing talent way too soon.
Saw it in IMAX-dome which was approaching damn near sensory overload...it was incredible.
The film was amazing but the story is, and should be, Heath Ledger's performance. His pencil trick alone was worth the price of admission. Hannibal Lecter now has company and the praise isnt undue...Ledger deserves at least a nomination and should come away with the Oscar - he was THAT good.
Simple Suggestion: SEE IT IN IMAX!!!
The movie is mindblowing and intense. You literally have to recover immediately after seeing this movie.
One downside, I wasn't disappointed in Ledger's performance, role, or portrayal, however, I felt they could've been a little more distinct with his "rising".
He made subsequent appearances throughout the movie (until the end), but each time he was shown, he stole the spotlight and had you guessing the entire time.
One thing I loved was the fact that it wasn't predictable, nor were there any noticeable cliches. Each time you thought you knew what would happen next, it would be the complete opposite.
Other than that, it's still a rollercoaster of a movie that I strongly suggest you all see... and goodness WAS THE SCORE NOT GROUNDBREAKING?
PS: It's no where near as dark as you think. A lot more violence, but nothing major. In addition to that, the action sequences were breathtaking and MUCH more enjoyable than those in the first.
The movie is mindblowing and intense. You literally have to recover immediately after seeing this movie.
One downside, I wasn't disappointed in Ledger's performance, role, or portrayal, however, I felt they could've been a little more distinct with his "rising".
He made subsequent appearances throughout the movie (until the end), but each time he was shown, he stole the spotlight and had you guessing the entire time.
One thing I loved was the fact that it wasn't predictable, nor were there any noticeable cliches. Each time you thought you knew what would happen next, it would be the complete opposite.
Other than that, it's still a rollercoaster of a movie that I strongly suggest you all see... and goodness WAS THE SCORE NOT GROUNDBREAKING?
PS: It's no where near as dark as you think. A lot more violence, but nothing major. In addition to that, the action sequences were breathtaking and MUCH more enjoyable than those in the first.
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Agreed on all fronts, but as for The Joker and his "rising"... I kind of like that we didn't get an origin story or anything like that because, honestly, with The Joker... you never know what his true origin is. All we know is that he probably escaped Arkham at the end of Batman Begins and has been on a crime spree ever since. The mystery behind him makes the character that much more dynamic in the sense of him being just a force of evil.
I had heard about the pencil from some of the reviews, but I had no idea how freaking awesome it would look on the screen. What made Ledger's performance work for me was all the little nuances he threw in to show how freaking insane he really was - specifically the flicking of the tongue as if he was a lizard of some sort.
No... No... No... No... No... You misunderstood me lol.
I wanted to hear nothing to do with his origins. I only meant his "rising" in the movie, from beginning to end. I felt they could've gone into further details, similar to his first meeting with the mob bosses.
FAVORITE LINE: "I can make this pencil disappear."
That was like freaking AWESOME!
No... No... No... No... No... You misunderstood me lol.
I wanted to see nothing to do with his origins. I only meant his "rising" in the movie, from beginning to end. I felt they could've gone into further details, similar to his first meeting with the mob bosses and the burning of the money scene.
FAVORITE LINE: "I can make this pencil disappear."
That was like freaking AWESOME!
I wanted to see nothing to do with his origins. I only meant his "rising" in the movie, from beginning to end. I felt they could've gone into further details, similar to his first meeting with the mob bosses and the burning of the money scene.
FAVORITE LINE: "I can make this pencil disappear."
That was like freaking AWESOME!
