The Joker
This pick is the most controversial, considering the brutal history between the characters. At the moment, it’s still unclear whether Babs has been paralyzed by the Joker, if it’s yet to come, or if The Killing Joke will be ignored in its entirety.
Nonetheless, it would be a serious statement of intent if the DCEU decides to include the Clown Prince of Crime as the main villain in this film. If the execution is done right, it could allow Barbara an opportunity to get her own back and some form of retribution for the despicable things he’s done to her in the past. Alternatively, it could prepare her to become Oracle in future Batman films.
It’s a long shot here, especially since The Killing Joke is criticized for its misogynistic depiction of the young heroine. But in the hands of someone like Whedon, there’s a chance to honor the inspiration but also to do it right. It might be a stroke of genius that’ll change Batgirl forever.
Published: Apr 23, 2017 06:02 pm