10 Things That Could Make The Batman Truly Great

4) Battle Of Wits Between The Riddler And The World’s Greatest Detective

Since Jim Carrey’s Riddler in Batman Forever was more a product of the actor than the source material, comic book fans have been longing to see an authentic portrayal of the villain on the big screen. Gotham‘s Riddler has its own take and the Arkham games had the sarcastic, egotistical side of the character, but there’s still some grit that has yet to be seen in the Man in Green.

A cinematic version could provide a take on him that’s more sociopathic (perhaps serial killer-esque) while not straying away from what makes Edward Nygma well-renowned. Matching up with the neo-noir and detective-focused Batman that Matt Reeves has discussed, a battle of wits between Nygma and The World’s Greatest Detective would make The Batman an intensely thrilling experience unlike any other Dark Knight film preceding it.

3) Deathstroke Vs. Batman: A Moral/Physical Battle

For anyone who’s seen the Arkham Origins Deathstroke animated fight, the desire to get a cinematic battle between Bruce Wayne and Slade Wilson is STRONG. The two characters have had their fair share of memorable tussles, but allowing a brutal, no-holds-barred, live-action entanglement would further legitimize Batfleck and establish Joe Manganiello’s Deathstroke as a worthy antagonist.

Matt Reeves isn’t especially known for his action, but he’s by no means unfamiliar with it. Dawn and War for the Planet of the Apes represents his effective ability to balance great action mixed with engaging drama. After all, Deathstroke is more than just a time weathered hit man. He’s faced a fair share of tragedy and misfortune throughout his life. Reeves can avoid making him just a blood thirsty killer and instead offer up a three dimensional villain that audiences can connect with.

Would the action be the highlight of the whole movie? Of course! However, if Matt Reeves has proved anything, it’s that he won’t serve up just a straight forward action flick. Instead, he’ll provide a film with just enough depth to give each fight purpose.