2008 film

The 2008 film *The Dark Knight* is a superhero movie directed by Christopher Nolan, centered on Batman's struggle to combat crime in Gotham City. It explores themes of chaos, morality, and sacrifice as Batman faces the Joker, a criminal mastermind intent on plunging the city into anarchy. The film features intense action, complex characters, and moral dilemmas, highlighting how heroism is tested when confronting chaos and ethical ambiguity. It is praised for its storytelling, performances—particularly Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker—and its impact on the superhero genre.