Batman 2018 Movie: 6 Influential Storylines We Want To See
3. The Black Mirror
Including Scott Snyders The Black Mirror on this list could be seen as a tad blasphemous, seeing as how it doesnt feature Bruce Wayne at all, but rather sees Dick Grayson under the cowl. At The Black Mirrors beginning, the original Robin has assumed the mantle of Batman in Bruces absence and Commissioner Gordons psychotic son, James Jr, embarks on a murderous rampage.
What follows is a twisted study on the value of empathy verses unapologetic self-service. Its a long story, and it includes a whole host of the regular supporting bat-cast, but the heart of James Jr.s plan is to destroy Dicks sense of empathy, a cause of extreme weakness and the reason that Jim Jr. is glad to be a psychopath. The way James Jr. manipulates those around him to do it is where the crux of the story lies. In the end its Commissioner Gordon who really has to face the consequences and connotations of his sons actions, and even if Dick was swapped out for Bruce it would still be interesting to see a story where the emotional burden lies somewhere other than on Batmans shoulders.
Theres also a plot to poison baby food in an effort to create a generation of superior psychopaths, which would certainly be a dark direction to embark on. Various mental health charities might have something to say about that particular plot though.