Cool Videos: Breaking down a scene of The Dark Knight

Last Updated on August 5, 2021

I’m not sure there’s any film that inspires more undying fan loyalty than THE DARK KNIGHT, so to be featuring a profound criticism of the film is probably just asking for trouble.

I’m a fan myself, but I’m always curious to hear conflicting opinions and was very interested by this video made by critic Jim Emerson that breaks down a chase scene from the film. In his own words:

“We notice lapses in visual logic whether our brains register them consciously or not. I found this sequence utterly baffling the first time I saw it, and every subsequent time. At last, I now know exactly why.”

Does he have a point? Or is he just a film snob? Watch below and see what you think. See part 2 here if you want more.