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The Dark Knight is a 2008 superhero film directed, produced, and co-written by Christopher Nolan. It is the second film in The Dark Knight Trilogy and a sequel to 2005's Batman Begins. The film stars Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne / Batman, with Michael Caine, Heath Ledger, Gary Oldman, Aaron Eckhart, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Morgan Freeman in supporting roles. Set within a year after the events of Batman Begins, the film's plot revolves around Batman's alliance with Police Lieutenant Jim Gordon and new District Attorney Harvey Dent to dismantle organized crime in Gotham City and the emergence of the Joker, a psychopathic criminal who seeks to undermine Batman's influence and create chaos in the city.

The Dark Knight received critical acclaim, with praise for Nolan's direction, the performances of Bale, Ledger, and Eckhart, the screenplay, cinematography, musical score, action sequences, and themes. It grossed over $1 billion worldwide, making it the highest-grossing film of 2008 and the fourth-highest-grossing film of all time at the time of its release. The film received eight nominations at the 81st Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Supporting Actor (for Ledger), and won two, for Best Sound Editing and Best Supporting Actor (for Ledger).

The Dark Knight is considered by many to be one of the greatest superhero films ever made. It has been praised for its complex characters, thrilling action sequences, and exploration of dark and serious themes. The film has also been cited as an influence on subsequent superhero films.

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