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‘The Dark Knight’, reviewed by a dark knight in Gotham (Gotham, Wisc., that is)
?The Dark Knight’ broke box-office records on its opening day and weekend. Critics praised the ensemble cast including the late Heath Ledger for his portrayal of tThe Joker. The Takeaway goes to Gotham for a movie review from the man who’s keeping the streets safe at night (it’s not Batman), Deputy Sheriff Kevin Melby, in Gotham, Wisconsin.
‘The Dark Knight’ broke box-office records on its opening day ($68 million) and opening weekend ($155 million). Critics praised the ensemble cast including the late Heath Ledger for his portrayal of the unhinged Bat-nemesis, The Joker. The Takeaway goes to Gotham for a movie review from the man who’s keeping the streets safe at night (it’s not Batman), Deputy Sheriff Kevin Melby, in Gotham, Wisconsin. Guest: Deputy Sheriff Kevin Melby from Richland County, Wisconsin. His night patrol includes Gotham–the unincorporated community of Gotham, Wisconsin, that is.