Q: I love the sky hook what made you come up with the idea?
A: We were looking for a surprising end to the action scene. And one that would suggest Bruce Wayne's ability to access international resources.
Q: Were the building interiors shot in Hong Kong?
A: The building interiors were shot in London. Other than the lobby of the building, which was shot in Hong Kong.
Q: How awesome was it to be the first director of a Batman movie to feature a hero that could finally turn his head?
A: It was very exciting to see Batman finally turn his head. This was the end result of years of research.
The car chase was the most technically challenging; his favorite was the interrogation scene between Bats/Joker.
On the grand scale of the film: It is difficult balancing so many characters. the key thing is to not lose focus on the forward momentum of the narrative
Q: Are you your own worst critic?
A: No, Rex Reed has that honor. (LOL good one Nolan)
The ending scene is Nolan's favorite, and was pleased at how it turned out.
Q: Did the joker use a real video camera for the video tape?
A: Yes. The video was shot by Heath using a camcorder.
Q: Do you have a favorite Batman story from the comics?
A: Year One and Long Halloween.
Q: How do you feel about the casting rumors for the third film?
A: it is always amazing to see how much interest and enthusiasm there is for these characters. that's the reason we are able to make these films on such a grand scale.
Q: How was it working with Sen. Leahy?
A: It was a lot of fun working with Senator Leahy. He was a very gracious performer.
Q: Where did you get your inspiration for the assassination sequences? Where the judge and comissioner were killed?
A: The assassination sequences, I think now that I look at them, finished are very influenced by the Godfather films.
