Just listened to a great interview with Nolan and Bale on NPR’s Fresh Air. Among other things they discuss Heath Ledgers performance and the diservice done to him by those that claim the character overcame him.

The Dark Knight lived up to its hype. The latest installment in the Batman film series set records with its opening weekend, taking in an estimated $155 million at the box office. Spider-Man 3 previously held the record, taking in $151 million last year.