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What is the best film in Christopher Nolan's Dark Knight Trilogy?
Christopher Nolan's gritty, realistic take on Batman was a critical and commercial success. The trilogy earned 31 awards and over $1 billion at the box office. This debate revolves around artistry and storytelling within films relative to the overarching narrative of a trilogy and source material.
The Dark Knight Rises
This position names The Dark Knight Rises, the third film, as the strongest entry in Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy. It argues the film boasts the best story and a wealth of talent, bringing Nolan's saga to a satisfying and fitting conclusion.
The Dark Knight
The Dark Knight has become the gold standard of superhero films. It features Batman's arch-enemy in Heath Ledger's Joker, and a compelling story true to the mythos of Batman.
Batman Begins
The film that paved the way for Nolan's trilogy is the best film in the series. It set the tone for Nolan's Batman universe and its success allowed Nolan to make a trilogy.