Release: 2012-07-17
Runtime: 2h 45m (165 minutes)
Following the death of District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman assumes responsibility for Dent's crimes to protect the late attorney's reputation and is subsequently hunted by the Gotham City Police Department. Eight years later, Batman encounters the mysterious Selina Kyle and the villainous Bane, a new terrorist leader who overwhelms Gotham's finest. The Dark Knight resurfaces to protect a city that has branded him an enemy.
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Genres: Drama, Action, Thriller, Crime
Cast: Gary Oldman, Tom Hardy, Morgan Freeman, more
Gary Oldman
as Commissioner Gordon
Tom Hardy
as Bane
Morgan Freeman
as Fox
Anne Hathaway
as Selina
Liam Neeson
as Ra's Al Ghul
Joey King
as Older Prison Child
Cillian Murphy
as Dr. Jonathan Crane / Scarecrow
Joseph Gordon-Levitt
as Blake
Juno Temple
as Jen
Glen Powell
as Trader #1
Michael Caine
as Alfred
Aidan Gillen
as CIA Op
Following the death of District Attorney Harvey Dent, Batman assumes responsibility for Dent's crimes to protect the late attorney's reputation and is subsequently hunted by the Gotham City Police Department. Eight years later, Batman encounters the mysterious Selina Kyle and the villainous Bane, a new terrorist leader who overwhelms Gotham's finest. The Dark Knight resurfaces to protect a city that has branded him an enemy.
A fire will rise.
The Dark Knight Rises is a superhero film directed by Christopher Nolan, released on 20 July 2012. This movie is the final part of Nolan's Batman trilogy and follows the events of The Dark Knight (2008). Christian Bale reprises his role as Bruce Wayne/Batman, facing a new threat from the formidable terrorist Bane, played by Tom Hardy.
The story begins eight years after Harvey Dent's death and the downfall of Gotham's organized crime due to the Dent Act. Bruce Wayne has retreated into seclusion, grappling with the loss of Rachel Dawes and the consequences of his alter ego, Batman. The film's narrative is set in motion when Bane attacks a CIA plane to kidnap Dr. Leonid Pavel, a nuclear physicist, and begins a campaign to unleash chaos in Gotham.
After Bane's ruthless actions disrupt the city, Bruce is forced out of retirement to save Gotham from nuclear destruction. The film explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the duality of heroism and villainy. Bane's motives are tied to a desire to fulfill Ra's al Ghul's mission of eliminating Gotham City.
The film's production began in 2011, with filming across various locations, including Jodhpur, London, and Pittsburgh. Nolan utilized IMAX cameras for many scenes to enhance the visual quality, particularly in the film's opening sequence.
The Dark Knight Rises premiered in New York City on 16 July 2012 and received predominantly positive reviews. Critics praised its ambitious storytelling, character development, and action sequences. It grossed over $1 billion worldwide, making it the second film in the Batman franchise to cross that milestone.
Noteworthy performances include Anne Hathaway as Selina Kyle/Catwoman, who strikes a complex relationship with Bruce Wayne, and Gary Oldman as Commissioner James Gordon, who struggles with the moral implications of his actions in Gotham.
The film's musical score, composed by Hans Zimmer, was another highlight, featuring a powerful theme that complements the film's emotional depth. The chant "Deshi Basara," used throughout the film, adds to its dramatic impact and connection to the story.
In summary, The Dark Knight Rises stands as a remarkable conclusion to Nolan's Batman trilogy. It combines thrilling action, complex characters, and a compelling narrative, cementing its place in cinematic history.
