The Dark Knight Rises opened this weekend, wrapping up Christopher Nolan's Batman saga and giving audiences one last chapter in the life of Christian Bale's Bruce Wayne. The film has a lot to offer — exciting action sequences, eye candy courtesy of Anne Hathaway as Catwoman, and great performances from Bale and his talented costars — but did you think that the last film in the trilogy was worthy of all the buzz? I thought the movie was stunning, but I want to hear from those of you who watched the movie. Did it live up to your expectations or not, and why? Chime in with your minireviews of The Dark Knight Rises here.
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Christopher Nolan released a statement today on the tragic shooting that killed 12 and injured dozens at a midnight showing of The Dark Knight Rises in Aurora, CO, on Friday. The film's director spoke on behalf of the cast and crew, saying, "I would like to express our profound sorrow at the senseless tragedy that has befallen the entire Aurora community." He went on to say, "The movie theater is my home, and the idea that someone would violate that innocent and hopeful place in such an unbearably savage way is devastating to me."
Warner Bros. also issued a statement, saying they were "deeply shocked and saddened" by the incident. The studio is also reportedly editing gun violence out of the theatrical trailer, and some TV stations are pulling ads for the film off the air.
Earlier Friday morning, President Barack Obama spoke about the shooting, telling victims that "we will be here for them as a nation" during a speech in Fort Myers, FL.
The suspected gunman, 24-year-old James Holmes, entered the theater through an exit door and released a gas canister before opening fire at the movie audience. He is currently in custody.
We've been waiting for years to see the final installment in Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy, and now it's finally here! But does The Dark Knight Rises live up to the hype? We'll tell you how it stacks up against Batman Begins and The Dark Knight and whether you need to buy your ticket now. It's all in our video movie review!
Hollywood and President Obama are speaking out on the heartbreaking story coming out of Colorado, when a shooter opened fire during a midnight showing of The Dark Knight Rises in the city of Aurora, CO. We're taking a look at what happened in this PopSugar Rush.
President Obama just spoke about the tragic shooting at The Dark Knight Rises screening in Aurora, CO, saying, "We may never understand such violence. Such evil is senseless. It's beyond reason." The president told the victims that "we will be here for them as a nation," during a speech given in Ft. Myers, FL. It was supposed to be a campaign event, but President Obama canceled it today following the shooing that left 12 dead and dozens injured. Both the Romney and Obama campaigns are pulling their negative ads in Colorado.
In his remarks, President Obama struck a personal note, sharing how the shooting impacted him as a father. "I'm sure that many of you who are parents here had the same reaction that I did when I heard this news. My daughters go to the movies. What if Malia and Sasha had been at the theater, as so many of our kids do every day. Michelle and I will be fortunate enough to hug our girls a little tighter tonight, and I'm sure you will do the same for your children. But for those parents who may not be so lucky we have to embrace them."
President Obama also took away this lesson: "Our time here is limited and it is precious. What matters at the end of the day is not the small things. It's not the trivial things, which so often consume us and our daily lives. Ultimately, it's how we choose to treat one another and how we love one another." A moment of silence followed his comments.
Twelve people were killed and dozens were injured early this morning when a gunman entered a midnight screening of The Dark Knight Rises in Aurora, CO, and opened fire. The suspect, 24-year-old James Holmes, released a gas canister before he began shooting at the audience. Holmes is now in custody.
President Obama has released a statement, stating that he and Michelle are "shocked and saddened by the horrific and tragic shooting." He goes on to say that his administration is "committed to bringing whoever was responsible to justice, ensuring the safety of our people, and caring for those who have been wounded."
Warner Bros. has also released a short statement: "Warner Bros. is deeply saddened to learn about this shocking incident. We extend our sincere sympathies to the families and loved ones of the victims at this tragic time."
The Dark Knight Rises's Paris premiere, which had been scheduled for this evening, has been canceled.
Christopher Nolan's Batman films have been darkly dramatic and staggeringly intense, and in the same way that The Dark Knight improved on the foundation laid by Batman Begins, The Dark Knight Rises reaches even further to become the perfect conclusion to this trilogy. Christian Bale is back as Bruce Wayne and his alter ego Batman, but both of his identities have all but disappeared since Batman took the fall for the murder of Harvey Dent in The Dark Knight. It's eight years later, and Bruce is a weakened recluse who's still grieving the loss of his love, Rachel Dawes. The streets of Gotham, however, have been clean since the death of Dent, and Batman's patrol isn't as necessary. It's the perfect opportunity for a new villain to strike.
The terrorist Bane (a masked, bulked-up Tom Hardy) wants to unseat the privileged citizens of Gotham as well as physically destroy the city, creating a threat to the very survival of Gotham. But The Dark Knight Rises isn't about Batman defeating a foe; it's the story of how he, as a defeated man, loses everything and finds the strength to pull himself back up to fight. Bruce Wayne's character development is what makes this film moving. But that doesn't mean that Nolan neglects any other responsibility in making this a heart-pounding thrill-ride; the visual effects are eye-popping, and the plot twists are as jaw-dropping as the action sequences. Nolan doesn't let down fans of his series; The Dark Knight Rises is a stunning conclusion to a fantastic trilogy.
To find out why I think The Dark Knight Rises is so good, just keep reading.
A cat eye is the easiest way to add instant glamour to any type of look. Although it takes a steady hand and a little practice, this winged look is one of the most flattering makeup trends. With the release of The Dark Knight Rises upon us, why not release your inner feline and test out some of these cat-eye looks? Click through to see five ways to wear a cat eye. We're pretty sure Catwoman herself hasn't even thought of some of these.
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