Great film, and very close to what a Batman film should be. BUT, not quite perfect. As a fan of the Batman comics, it falls too far still from the tree.

The game "Arkham Asylum" however has captured the style, costumes and atmosphere that I have been waiting for. 100%

Until the excellent films by Nolan are a thing of the past, and hollywood reboots it again hopefully in the Arkham Asylum style, then TDK will do nicely. As for a "Real" take of Batmans world, it does a great job. Thing is, for me, The real world is restrictive to what can be done. Then again, the not so real world can go too far the other way such as adding superman and silly super hero/villains. Arkham Asylum has found the perfect balance.

Also theres a few glaring flaws in TDK that needed ironing out, such as costume design and some dialogue/action/voice work. ie, why didnt the bank manager spit out the grenade etc. Close still and i look forward to a 3rd.

Hopefully with either Crispin Glover or Michael Sheen as RIDDLER.
TIMOTHY SPALL as PENGUIN
Ron Perlman as Black Mask or Killer Croc.