The Dark Knight Rumor: Film Edited Due to Heath Ledger's Death
Cinema Blend has published an interesting rumor regarding The Dark Knight.
According to that movie site, a scene has been deleted from the next Batman installment because it too closely reflects the unfortunate passing of star Heath Ledger.
Reportedly, the scene involves The Joker pretending to be dead, photographed in a body bag.
If this rumor is true, we think it's a mistake by producers. The Joker was Ledger's final performance. The best way to honor the actor is to showcase the role in its entirety. Don't panic and cater to overly sensitive, misguided, politically correct-minded people who can't differentiate between reality and fiction.
What do you think? Should The Dark Knight be edited down due to Ledger's death?
April 12th, 2008 5:54 AM
I agree. Best to leave the scene in.
Apart from anything else, they'll just draw more attention to the fact that he's dead by cutting the scene. By leaving it in, people can forget about the issue and enjoy the performance.
April 12th, 2008 12:52 PM
I've been seeing this story all over the internet & it's stupid. I think that out of respect for the actor they should leave it in, especially if it's a part of the story.
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Thanks, Tommy
July 22nd, 2008 11:01 PM
We all know by now that it was a rumor.
MJ
Besides when i saw it, i didn't see Ledger I saw the Joker.
August 1st, 2008 1:42 AM
mj is right ledger was sooo good that i forgot it was him i didnt even look like he was acting.