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‘The Dark Knight’, reviewed by a dark knight in Gotham (Gotham, Wisc., that is)

August 14, 2013Arts, Culture & Media

?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.

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