The Dark Knight…Returns?
So, in case you missed it, The Dark Knight is hugely popular right now. If you haven’t seen it yet, go now. I’ve seen it twice already, and it’s just as great the second time. While it seems difficult to think that they could ever top this film, box office numbers mean there will probably be a 3rd film to this series. With using the Joker in the second movie, they’ve kind of already blown the load, so where could they possibly go from here?
IF YOU ARE AFRAID OF SPOILERS, YOU MIGHT WANT TO WAIT TO READ THE FOLLOWING UNTIL AFTER YOU’VE SEEN DARK KNIGHT!
Feasible Supporting Characters:
1. The Question: One of my favorite, lesser known heroes in DC comics. The Faceless (masked) detective works with the Gotham PD and the Justice League to solve crimes. His specialty is in conspiracy theories. In a similar fashion to the comic books, the Question could take the reigns as Gotham’s new masked vigilante while Batman is on the run. The Question would likely get involved in the Falcone Crime business, as well as finding the truth about Batman and Two Face. His dry wit and conventional detective methods would create an unlikely, yet interesting team-up.
2. Zatanna Zatarra: Magician and friend from Bruce Wayne’s past. Based in Gotham, she is a prominent member of the Justice League and the Seven Soldiers. Zatanna has varying degrees of magic power and could easily serve as a vigilante, partner, and love interest for Bruce. In the comics, Batman and Zatanna’s relationship has soured, as it was discovered that Zatanna had removed pieces of Bruce’s memory.
3. Huntress: Another Gotham resident, Huntress finds her origins as the daughter of a Gotham Mafia boss. When her family is murdered, she vows revenge. An on and off member of the Bat Family and the Justice League, Huntess’ excessive use of violence has left many questioning her status a vigilante.
4. Jason Todd: While the creative team on this series tend to feel negatively about using Robin in a story, Jason Todd’s story is much different. Taking on the mantle of Robin after Dick Grayson becomes Nightwing, Jason became extremely unpopular with fans, and in a special DC event, A Death in the Family, readers decided Jason’s fate by a phone poll. In the end of Death in the Family, Jason Todd was murdered by the Joker. Obviously Joker will not be used in the next film, but if Two Face returns, he could easily be responsible for Jason’s death, much in the way he planned to kill Gordon’s son. In fact, given Jason Todd’s recklessness and impulsiveness, he could go after Two Face for killing his parents, leading to his eventual death. The death of Jason Todd has weighed heavily on Batman, as Jason was his responsibility, and created a big character change in Bruce Wayne. This could also set things up for a future movie, as Jason Todd reemerged in 2004, found to be alive and taking on the guise of the Red Hood, and eventually the Red Robin.
Feasible Villains:
1. The return of Ras Al Ghul/Scarecrow: Ras is known for his apparent resurrections, so he’s not completely out of the park. Scarecrow was also only seen for a few moments in The Dark Knight.
2. Two Face: He’s probably not dead and is hidden away in Arkham. A few storylines in the comics have had Two Face receive plastic surgery to suppress his psychotic tendencies, which ultimately gets debunked. It would be interesting to see him on the streets committing crime and targetting the Falcones, while Batman deals with the fact that he was directly responsible for the creation of this villain. Harvey’s reappearance in Gotham would not only destroy the good his Martyrdom has done, but would create a lot of public distrust of the Gotham PD.
3. Black Mask: Crime boss and a sort of “anti-Bruce Wayne.” Black Mask could easily become the new crime threat in town, as the Falcone Family falls from power. Black Mask is particularly well known for his hatred and constant vendetta against Bruce Wayne, and not Batman.
4. Hugo Strange: Mad scientist sort, known for his medical experimentation. Probably best known for creating his “monster men”, chemically induced hulking zombies.
Monday, April 21st 2008
Friday - I was pretty much a vegetable after Roberts Fellows on Friday. I hung out with Adam for the afternoon. We went down to the comic shop and I picked up a couple comics and figures. Captain America is really good right now. I’m also really excited about Batman: Death Mask, which is written by a manga writer (the whole book is backwards, too!). I’m so obsessed with Star Trek figures for some reason. It’s an addiction. But really, $2 is so cheap. We then went over to Ryder and played basketball. I know, right? Adam and me playing basketball? It’s true. And fun.
Saturday - I got up, watched some cartoons, and watched Star Trek online all morning (yeah yeah..). I then decided once again to enjoy the weather a bit and I did some homework outside. Then I hung out with Deedee and then Jordan met up with us to go to the Mixx!! T’was super fun.
Sunday - Yesterday was the Residential Life banquet. It was really bittersweet. I’m not sure what I’m going to do next year. Hmm. It was also pretty fun. I was part of a group who performed “In My Life” by the Beetles. Other than that, I pretty much just relaxed until NRHH. I think we’re definitely on the right track for next year. Always nice to know.
Today - Had a couple meetings and then went to work at the desk. Always a good time. Then Adam and I went tanning, and I went to Staples to get my business cards printing. So yeah…I definitely forgot to include my e-mail address on the cards. I feel like a dummy. Ah well. C’est la vie. Also tonight was the start of IM indoor 3-on-3 soccer. I don’t think I’m really ready for sports, lol. It was actually really fun, but really tiring. In case you didn’t know, I’m not really at my physical peak. Ah well. Soccer tomorrow and Wednesday, you should come cheer us on!
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