'The Dark Knight' not an ordinary action film

As of the writing of this review, “The Dark Knight” has set new records for ticket sales, with 22 million having seen the film this weekend alone. But on the off-chance that you, the reader, aren’t one of those millions and millions, I’ll give you a warning: you will walk out of this film exhausted; physically, emotionally worn out. This movie will grab you, drag you by the eyes, keep you running and not let go until the credits roll. Before you see this movie, eat a healthy breakfast.

For the rest of you, what can I say about this film you don’t already know? Why should I write about Heath Le...