It is considered the "blueprint" for modern superhero films, particularly for its rejection of a comic-book style in favor of a genre film that features comic-book characters. Since its release, The Dark Knight has been assessed as one of the greatest superhero films ever made, one of the best films of the 2000s, and one of the best films ever made. It received critical acclaim for its mature tone and themes, visual style, and performances-particularly that of Ledger, who received several posthumous awards including the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, making The Dark Knight the first comic-book film to receive a major Academy Award. When it was released in July the same year, The Dark Knight broke several box-office records and became the year's highest-grossing film, fourth-highest-grossing film of its time, and the highest-grossing superhero film. Ledger died from an accidental drug overdose in January 2008, leading to widespread interest from the press and public regarding his performance. The Dark Knight was marketed with an innovative interactive viral campaign that initially focused on countering criticism of Ledger's casting by those who believed he was a poor choice to portray Joker. Nolan avoided using computer-generated imagery unless necessary, insisting on practical stunts including the flipping of an 18-wheel truck and the blowing-up of a factory. The Dark Knight was the first major motion picture to be filmed with high-resolution IMAX cameras. From April to November 2007, filming took place with a $185 million budget in Chicago and Hong Kong, and on sets in England. In writing the screenplay, the Nolans were influenced by 1980s Batman comics and crime-drama films, and sought to continue Batman Begins ' heightened reality tone. Goyer developed the story elements, making Dent the central protagonist and tragic hero who is caught up in the battle between Batman and Joker. Nolan and Batman Begins co-writer David S.
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Pictures prioritized a sequel following the successful reinvention of the Batman film series with Batman Begins. The ensemble cast includes Christian Bale, Michael Caine, Heath Ledger, Gary Oldman, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Morgan Freeman. Their efforts are derailed by Joker, an anarchistic mastermind who seeks to test how far Batman will go to save the city from complete chaos. The plot follows vigilante Batman, police lieutenant James Gordon, and district attorney Harvey Dent who form an alliance to dismantle organized crime in Gotham City. The film is based on the DC Comics superhero Batman, is the sequel to Batman Begins (2005) and the second installment in The Dark Knight Trilogy. The Dark Knight is a 2008 superhero film directed by Christopher Nolan from a screenplay he co-wrote with his brother Jonathan.
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