The Dark Knight: Film Guide

A film guide that looks at The Dark Knight (2008), exploring its key topics — The Dark Knight © WARNER BROS ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Ages

11–14

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

A film guide that looks at The Dark Knight (2008), a superhero sequel that sees the brooding Batman take on a new, intensely dangerous, foe in Gotham City known only as The Joker.

This guide is useful for exploring Film Studies and Media Studies in addition to highlighting themes surrounding superheroes, ethics and adaptations.

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Film Studies
Media Studies
Religious Education
Ethics

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