North America, Movies, Culture, Arts and Entertainment
The Dark Knight, reviewed by a dark knight in Gotham (Gotham, Wisc., that is)
By John Hockenberry, Adaora Udoji, Leo Duran
July 21, 2008, 07:04 AM
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, Wisc.
Guest: Deputy Sheriff Kevin Melby from Richland County, Wisc. His night patrol includes Gotham — the unincorporated community of Gotham, Wisc., that is.
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