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21:54 GMT, Monday, 21 July 2008 22:54 UK

In pictures: Batman premiere

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The Batmobile was one of the stars at the European premiere of the latest Batman movie, The Dark Knight, in London's West End.

Batman premiere

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British actor Christian Bale returns in the lead role following his part in the superhero's previous outing, Batman Begins.

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Bale was joined by acting legend Sir Michael Caine who plays Alfred, faithful butler of Batman's alter ego Bruce Wayne.

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Fans such as this Joker and Batman made an effort to get noticed at the premiere in Leicester Square.

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American actress Maggie Gyllenhaal drew admiring glances in this black, backless number. She plays Rachel Dawes in the film.

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Bale took time out to sign autographs for fans massed behind the barriers. The film's popularity has seen it take a North American record $155.3m (£77.7m) in its opening weekend.

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