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Monday, August 26, 2019

The Dark Knight needed a sex scene, where was Harley Quinn?

Sorry to hold back on my conclusion to my "Cyborg 2" rant, but after viewing "The Dark Knight", it leaves me with another argument to consider when it comes to who messes up a film. This concept may inspire my second screenplay or my master's thesis, "What is really learned from Angelina Jolie's lackluster lead characters."

I went out with my older sister to see the latest Batman film. A lot of positive buzz was behind this film including that of my favorite jawless critic. Personally, I think Roger Ebert is writing reviews instead of recovering if this was a four-star film.

Two and a half hours for a conclusive finale. By the time we reach the emotional climax, I was becoming impatient and regretting the diversion to Hong Kong.

Why did we need an evil Asian accountant? You are telling me Gotham has no Jewish community? Why this could not have been saved for a sequel? Heath did not die until after principle photography, so there was no need to cram it in, leaving me pondering at my butt indentation in the chair?

The film is far too long to have plot holes. If you then add in all the twist and turns, you are again left to ponder why the Mack trucks on the screens are not being lost to the flawed story.

This is why this blog's title wants a sex scene in this film. I'm not that enthused about Maggie Gyllenhaal's boobs (stated before seeing "Secretary"), but I could have refilled my soda thank you.

Honestly, the story and run time are the only things I can complain about in this film. That is if this film was not based around the second most known comic book.

The acting was marvelous on all accounts*, but do not start digging Ledger up for the February ceremony yet. His Joker is excellent, but not nearly as difficult to portray as Jack Nicholson's. He is of only one emotion, one directive, and one dimension. You may actually fear Ledger's character, but hey he is not bad, he's just written that way.

*After viewing "Terminator Salvation" and its lame John Connor, I have to reevaluate Bale's performance. Since I am not buying this disc, it could be a while before I render a verdict.

Also here is a tweet that truly sums up Ledger's performance:

What is the difference between Heath Ledger's Joker and Paul Giamatti from Shoot Them Up? Really? They sound and act a like tit for tat.
7:40 PM May 20th from web


Otherwise there is not much more to comment on about The Dark Knight except it is great to see Cillian Murphy still can get stateside work. At least I cannot say anything without spoiling it for those who have not seen it (to whom I advice to make sure they know every element of Robert Downey's Iron Man portrayal).

I will say for all the crap they shoved into this film, the ball was dropped more times than a NFC North quarterback. Great character potential is wasted, and the possibility of their use in possible sequels will not redeem them.

In conclusion, it is sad to see that this Batman series skipped "Returns" and went straight to "Forever" in terms of cinematic quality. Justin Timberlake, be sure to bring your sexy back to the boy wonder.

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