Here is what IGN has to say in it's review :-
"It isn't an overstatement to call
The Dark Knight the most sophisticated and ambitious work of its kind. Superior to all three
Spider-Man installments and even its amazing predecessor in terms of conceptualization, writing, acting, and direction, Nolan's follow-up to
Batman Begins is a dark, complex and disturbing film, not the least of which because it grafts its heroics onto the blueprint of actual reality rather than that of spandex-clad supermen. And while such a distinction may make little difference to those already eagerly anticipating the return of the caped crusader, suffice it to say that
The Dark Knight qualifies as the first official comic book adaptation that truly succeeds in being a great artistic achievement in its own right..."
If you want to read it all :-
http://movies.ign.com/articles/884/884876p1.html
I so CANNOT WAIT!!!:cool: