The Dark Knight Rises The TDKR General Discussion & Speculation Thread - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Part 117

[MrsJimGordon]

Gary and Christian are sitting beside eachother

 

[Tacit Ronin]

I had to hold my face for two minutes in utter shame after reading the tweet that compared this film to the Godfather 2. The rediculous hyperbole has started.

Remember, TDK was also compared to Godfather pt 2. Now, four years later, as the film aged a bit, such comparisons invite nothing but laughter and scorn for Nolan's fanboys.

Now, I haven't seen TDKR, it could very well be as good (very unlikely), but no matter how great a film is, it's wise to not compare it to a proven classic that has four decades of accolades behind it.

Who knows, the situation might repeat itself and we'll look back half a decade from now and cringe at the comparison. As TDKR reveals more and more flaws upon further inspections and Godfather 2 remains as flawless as ever.

 

[craigdbfan]

And it looks like he's wearing a t-shirt? While Joe in the back is wearing a full suit? What are you doing, Batman?

I think he's already asleep.

At least it's a new shirt!

Seems like he passed out on a beach the previous day and woke up with a hangover and rushed himself to this Q&A.

A hot tan mess.

 

[kvz5]

I just realized that the "big 4" who were at all the 3 movies are in front. I don't know if that was intentional but I like it!

 

[MrsJimGordon]

LOLz, Joe is actually wearing suits to all these TDKR engagements... Dapper boy!

 

[MrsJimGordon]

I just realized that the "big 4" who were at all the 3 movies are in front. I don't know of that was intentional but I like it!

Ohhh, good eye - I was just focused on the two over on our right... XD

 

[Batman jr.]

I had to hold my face for two minutes in utter shame after reading the tweet that compared this film to the Godfather 2. The rediculous hyperbole has started.

Remember, TDK was also compared to Godfather pt 2. Now, four years later, as the film aged a bit, such comparisons invite nothing but laughter and scorn for Nolan's fanboys.

Now, I haven't seen TDKR, it could very well be as good (very unlikely), but no matter how great a film is, it's wise to not compare it to a proven classic that has four decades of accolades behind it.

Who knows, the situation might repeat itself and we'll look back half a decade from now and cringe at the comparison. As TDKR reveals more and more flaws upon further inspections and Godfather 2 remains as flawless as ever.

Those are luckily made by a few over the top fanboys. No need to be that negative.

 

[Atom Ant]

is there a video of this press conference somewhere?

 

[The Shape]

Yep. That thread is a freaking mess right. For all we know, we've got IMDB posters trying to post their 'spoilers' just for the attention.

My vote goes to have the mods create a separate thread titled something like "SPOILERS/RUMORS - Verified/Non-verified". This would hopefully remove all spoiler talk from the Reactions thread, and scoop and myself can go back to answering the questions everyone wants to know about our overall reactions to things and comparisons to other films.

 

[Bane_Fanboy]

It was from a chinese critic who saw the film last night.

Would you agree with any of them?


Also this woman said there was barely any reaction, yet a Brazillian critic said it had a standing ovation... and they both went to the same screening.

Her review is quite negative but still gives it a B+

Her whole review is over in the non discussion reaction/review thread.

If she said all that then lmao Yea The film is groundbreaking Like ALL has been saying and yup It tops the Dark Knight. Seems she is pissed that the Joker didnt get THE best film but Bane did Also I heard from many of the reviewers, But not all, that they preferred Bane as character more than the joker. They liked his motives more, his badassery, He was more fun to watch, etc...

 

[Solidus]

I had to hold my face for two minutes in utter shame after reading the tweet that compared this film to the Godfather 2. The rediculous hyperbole has started.

Remember, TDK was also compared to Godfather pt 2. Now, four years later, as the film aged a bit, such comparisons invite nothing but laughter and scorn for Nolan's fanboys.

Now, I haven't seen TDKR, it could very well be as good (very unlikely), but no matter how great a film is, it's wise to not compare it to a proven classic that has four decades of accolades behind it.

Who knows, the situation might repeat itself and we'll look back half a decade from now and cringe at the comparison. As TDKR reveals more and more flaws upon further inspections and Godfather 2 remains as flawless as ever.

Get over yourself, I love how people such as yourself claim that people can have opinions on hating a film or so forth it's okay. But the second someone compares it to an older film the snobs get defensive and say that can't be, it's impossible. You do know that there are some out there that hate Godfather, (I'm not one of them I own every form of those two films and love them a lot) And no film is flawless.

I love you claim crap about hyperbolic and that is ALL you are being about Godfather Part 2. Please, look in the mirror.

 

[Atom Ant]

Those are luckily made by a few over the top fanboys. No need to be that negative.

jealous marvel fanboy syndrome?

 

[Cannikin]

Aside from his well known temper, does anybody know much about Bale off-screen? Is he the approachable type if you saw him on the street?

 

[Ramsay Snow]

My vote goes to have the mods create a separate thread titled something like "SPOILERS/RUMORS - Verified/Non-verified". This would hopefully remove all spoiler talk from the Reactions thread, and scoop and myself can go back to answering the questions everyone wants to know about our overall reactions to things and comparisons to other films.

I second this the mods should do that and see what happens then...

 

[Batman jr.]

Get over yourself, I love how people such as yourself claim that people can have opinions on hating a film or so forth it's okay. But the second someone compares it to an older film the snobs get defensive and say that can't be, it's impossible. You do know that there are some out there that hate Godfather, (I'm not one of them I own every form of those two films and love them a lot) And no film is flawless.

I love you claim crap about hyperbolic and that is ALL you are being about Godfather Part 2. Please, look in the mirror.

Wow, spot on.

I really like Godfather II, as I am a big Pacino-fan, but no film is 100% perfect. I think it could've been shorter, to name one thing.

 

[Sharkboy]

Get over yourself, I love how people such as yourself claim that people can have opinions on hating a film or so forth it's okay. But the second someone compares it to an older film the snobs get defensive and say that can't be, it's impossible. You do know that there are some out there that hate Godfather, (I'm not one of them I own every form of those two films and love them a lot) And no film is flawless.

I love you claim crap about hyperbolic and that is ALL you are being about Godfather Part 2. Please, look in the mirror.

 

[Deserana]

I had to hold my face for two minutes in utter shame after reading the tweet that compared this film to the Godfather 2. The rediculous hyperbole has started.

Remember, TDK was also compared to Godfather pt 2. Now, four years later, as the film aged a bit, such comparisons invite nothing but laughter and scorn for Nolan's fanboys.

Now, I haven't seen TDKR, it could very well be as good (very unlikely), but no matter how great a film is, it's wise to not compare it to a proven classic that has four decades of accolades behind it.

Who knows, the situation might repeat itself and we'll look back half a decade from now and cringe at the comparison. As TDKR reveals more and more flaws upon further inspections and Godfather 2 remains as flawless as ever.

Spoiler

Seriously man. I know I'm pre-judging the film but one day some time a film may be as good as The Godfather 2 (which isn't even flawless.). Who says TDKR won't be it.

 

[craigdbfan]

Aside from his well known temper, does anybody know much about Bale off-screen? Is he the approachable type if you saw him on the street?

He's nice enough to give autographs after these press and promotional events. Some celebs just flat out leave and don't even bother.

I wouldn't approach him in the streets though. If he's alone then maybe but if he's with his family I'd recommend to stay away.

 

[Batman jr.]

jealous marvel fanboy syndrome?

Who? Excelsior?

 

[rashad]

The temper stuff is blown out of proportion more than it should be.

 

[DKDetective]

Here's your screencap:

Spoiler

Thanks, but I meant the possibly new shot from the TDKR featurette. kvz5 thought it was a new still from BB, but I thought it was new, from TDKR.

 

[Man in the Suit]

And it looks like he's wearing a t-shirt? While Joe in the back is wearing a full suit? What are you doing, Batman?

It's because Bale is naturally cool, while JGL tries too hard.

 

[DoomsdayApex]

My vote goes to have the mods create a separate thread titled something like "SPOILERS/RUMORS - Verified/Non-verified". This would hopefully remove all spoiler talk from the Reactions thread, and scoop and myself can go back to answering the questions everyone wants to know about our overall reactions to things and comparisons to other films.

I second this.

Where are C. Lee and Hunter Rider? The stuff that's going down at The Review thread is borderline insane.

 

[Nevincer]

My vote goes to have the mods create a separate thread titled something like "SPOILERS/RUMORS - Verified/Non-verified". This would hopefully remove all spoiler talk from the Reactions thread, and scoop and myself can go back to answering the questions everyone wants to know about our overall reactions to things and comparisons to other films.

This is a good idea. Thanks for that minor Gordon info btw, it's relieved me somewhat.

 

[Cannikin]

He's nice enough to give autographs after these press and promotional events. Some celebs just flat out leave and don't even bother.

I wouldn't approach him in the streets though. If he's alone then maybe but if he's with his family I'd recommend to stay away.

Just curious. I don't think I could invade their privacy like that. Not being able to walk down the street has to be the biggest downside of being a celebrity. I feel guilty asking for autographs at cons until I remember I'm paying them for it.

Very cool to know he appreciates his fans.