The Fire Rises: The Creation and Impact of The Dark Knight Trilogy

The Fire Rises: The Creation and Impact of The Dark Knight Trilogy

2013 · 76 min · EN · 6.8 (29 votes)
Dir. Jason Hillhouse · Starring Michael Uslan, Jeff Jensen, Damon Lindelof, Emma Thomas, Jeff Robinov, Christopher Nolan
Documentary

This feature-length documentary delves into the trilogy, opening with the inspiration and vision for the new Batman films and inching its way toward the Rises finale and the culmination of nearly a decade of creative blood, sweat and tears. Candid, thoughtful and extensive, and comprised of revealing behind-the-scenes footage, countless interviews, audition tapes (with Christian Bale and Cillian Murphy doning the cape and cowl), and a narrative grip and momentum all its own, it leaves no stone unturned.

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A deep dive into the decade-long creation of a beloved trilogy. It feels like sitting down with the filmmakers, exploring their passion, challenges, and the artistic vision that shaped these iconic comic book films.

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