The Dark Knight
102 Lawbreaker
Written by Terence Jordan
[TEASER]
INT-CLUB X-NIGHT
We see people dancing and the lights are dim. Everyone is carrying colorful glow and dark batons. "T.I.'s Whatever You Like" is playing in the background.
INT-OWNER'S OFFICE-NIGHT
We see a man at a desk. Two guys with guns walk with black bags.
Club Owner
Is that the stuff? It better be or did you come in to annoy me?
Guy 1
Yes sir. It took a lot of money to get it from the cops.
Club Owner
You got to Bullock, I swear that guy is crooked than a faggot.
Guy 2
I hear that.
Guy 1 and 2 sit the bags on the desk. They unzip the bags. The club owner looks in the bags and picks one of the drug pills up. He examines it.
Club Owner
Looks like X.
Guy 2
They say its something called Lawbreaker.
Pan to the Club Owner looking at him like he's stupid.
Club Owner
Lawbreaker? That's sounds umm, interesting. Just past a sample to get customers, you know the routine.
The two guys nod.
INT-CLUB X-NIGHT
We see woman dancing with a man. As one of the guys from the owner's office approach them.
Guy 1
Hey try this. Its guarantee to give you the best kick of your life.
Man
No Thanks.
Woman
Don't be such a pansy Michael.
Michael
Alicia?
Alicia grabs the pill and drinks from her cup. Zoom into her eyes as it glows red.
Woman
Wicked.
Michael
Are you okay?
Alicia
I don't have time to hang out in this stupid club.
Pan to Alicia walking away.
Michael
Alicia!
Guy 1
Whose next?
CUT TO:
INT-OUTSIDE THE CLUB-NIGHT
We see Alicia walking and stop as she sees some bikers. She approaches them.
Biker Leader
Hey there darling would you like to ride my bike?
Pan to Alicia smiling seductively.
Alicia
Yeah. I'll love to ride your bike.
She punches the Biker Leader off his bike and jumps on it. She rides off. Pan to Michael walk out of the club.
Michael
Alicia!
Biker Leader
That bitch stole my bike!
Pan to Alicia. She throws her arms up
Alicia
Woohoo! Yeah!
[FADE OUT][OPENING CREDITS]
STARRING
Benjamin McKenzie...Bruce Wayne/BatmanJames Gandolfini...Rupert ThorneTim Conway...Alfred PennyworthHillarie Burton...Vicky ValeJoshua Jackson...Harvey DentMary Elizabeth Winstead...Rachel DawesKeith David...Lucius FoxKerr Smith...Jack Napier
GUEST STARRING
BEN DAVIS...HARVEY BULLOCK
[ACT I]
INT-JEWLRY STORE-NIGHT
Panel 360 as we view the inside of the Jewelry Store. The store seems to be closed as the lights are off. Pan to the front entrance door as two men in mask approach. One of the men punched through the glass door and opens it.
Masked Man 1
Alright, just grab what's valuable.
Masked Man 2
Got it.
The two begin smashing glass cases and grabbing valuable jewelry. A creak is heard. Pan to the door as a man with a shotgun walks out pointing it at the two men.
Store Owner
You have the count of five to drop the bag and leave my store. NOW!
Masked Man 1(holding his hands up)
Easy old timer. You wouldn't want to have a heart attack.
Store Owner
Three! Four!
Masked Man 1
Cool It!
Store Owner
Five!
A thud is heard and the store owner falls to the ground. Pan up as we see another masked man.
Masked Man 3
I hope you guys didn't soil your self.
Masked Man 2
Paul. Always on time.
Paul
Alright. You guys grab the stuff.
Masked Man 2 runs to a corner to grab some jewels.
Woman(o.s.)
Herbert!
Paul
Grab the woman!
Masked Man 1 runs to the woman and grabs her.
Herbert(lifting his head)
Rhonda!
Paul
Shut up old man! Alright guys time for us to split.
Masked Man 2
Let me grab this beautiful red diamond.
He goes to grab for it but is snatched in the air and thrown into a wall.
Masked Man 1
What the? Whose there?
Masked Man 1 takes out a knife. We see a batarang thrown at a masked man's hand resulting in him dropping the knife. He looks at the batarang.
Masked Man 1
Paul. What's going on?
Paul
I have no idea. Grab the stuff and lets go.
He goes to grab the bags but is kicked in the chest. He falls back laying on the ground gripping his chest.
Masked Man 1
He kicked me in the chest! Son of-
Pan to Paul looking shocked and so is Herbert and Rhonda. Pan to Batman standing over masked man 1.
Paul
Your the Batman. Its unreal.
Batman squints his eyes. He begins to walk towards Paul.
Paul(frantically)
No stay back! Stay away from me!
He pulls out a gun and points it at the store owner Herbert. Batman throws the batarang at his hand causing him to drop the gun. Pan to Paul holding his hand. Pan to Batman's fist.
[FADE OUT]
CUT TO FIVE MINS LATER
We see Paul and the other two crooks hanging from the ceiling by a wire. Pan to Herbert talking to a fat cop(Harvey Bullock).
Harvey Bullock
So Tell me what happened?
Herbert
Well Officer Bullock, I caught these three punks robbing me and the Batman stopped them.
Harvey Bullock
The Batman huh?
Herbert
Yeah. He didn't stick around long. He just vanish in thin air.
Harvey Bullock
Right!(to officer)The Batman strikes again. The Commissioner isn't going to like this.
INT-WAYNE MANOR-NIGHT
We see a Clock. The clock slides to the right. Bruce walks out in a dark blue shirt and blue jeans. Pan to Alfred.
Alfred Pennyworth
Sir. Ms. Vicky Vale called. She says for me to tell you can't hide from her.
Bruce Wayne
She's very persistent.
Alfred Pennyworth
Yes she is sir. So what are you going to do about it Master Bruce?
Bruce Wayne
What do you mean Alfred?
Alfred Pennyworth
Ms. Vale is very attractive woman.
Bruce Wayne
I'm going to stop you right there. I'm going to see Lucius in the morning.
Alfred Pennyworth
For what sir?
Bruce Wayne
I need a car. I'm finding harder to evade the Gotham P.D. I'm hoping Lucius will have something for me.
Pan to the T.V. and the news is on. A reporter is talking about Alicia(woman who stole the biker's bike)
Reporter
A young woman named Alicia Akers was taking into custody for robbing the ATM. The odd thing about the situation is she doesn't appear to remember anything about it. Sources say the last thing she remembers is being at the club with her boyfriend.
Pan to Bruce.
Bruce Wayne
Odd. I'm going to bed Alfred.
Bruce walks off. The phone rings. Alfred picks it up.
Alfred Pennyworth
Wayne Manor.
The other person hangs up. Alfred hangs up.
Alfred Pennyworth
Odd.
INT-GOTHAM P.D. HEADQUARTERS-NIGHT
We see police officers and Harvey Bullock sitting in chairs. Standing up front facing them is Commissioner Fields holding a newspaper that says" Batman Strikes Again"
Commissioner Fields
This Vigilante is making mockery of our department. I don't like this. I want this flying rodent found. You got it, no one takes the law into their own hands. No one! Catch him at all cost!
CUT TO:
INT-WAYNE ENTERPRISES WEAPONS DEPARTMENT-MORNING
We see Lucius looking over some paper work. Pan to Bruce walking in.
Lucius Fox
Well if it isn't Mr. Wayne. What can I do for you?
Bruce Wayne
I hate to keep bothering you. But I have question for you?
Lucius Fox
What is that?
Bruce Wayne
Do you have a car?
Lucius Fox
Yes I do. It gets me to work everyday.
Bruce Wayne(smirks)
No. I mean something for me for racing.
Lucius Fox
Do you plan on street racing Mr. Wayne.
Bruce Wayne
Well I do like to live fast and furious.
Lucius Fox
So you do Mr. Wayne. I guess rock climbing gets old. (he smiles)
Bruce Wayne
You don't have to-
Lucius Fox
Like I said Mr. Wayne, your the rightful owner of Wayne Enterprises.
Bruce Wayne
Do you have anything?
Lucius Fox
I think I've got something for you.
Lucius Fox walks off and Bruce follows.
Lucius Fox
The company back in the 80s were working with NASCAR to build a racing car. The car was design to model the corvette. I tell you this the baby sure is fast.
They stop at a covered car. Lucius smiles at Bruce. He lifts the cover. Its reveals black corvette.
Bruce Wayne
It looks like a regular corvette.
Lucius Fox
Don't let the appearance fool you.
Lucius pops open the hood. Shows an odd looking engine.
Bruce Wayne
Very odd engine.
Lucius Fox
That's because its not meant for any other corvettes it was pacifically design for this one.
Bruce Wayne
Why a corvette?
Lucius Fox
It was the popular car at the time.
Bruce Wayne
About the engine.
Lucius Fox
Give it a text drive. You'll see the difference.
INT-CORVET-MORNING
We see Bruce and Lucius in the driver and passengers seat.
Lucius Fox
This engine gives the car the capability to go faster than a normal car speed. 120 miles is nothing compared to this.
EXT-OUTSIDE CORVET-MORNING
We see Bruce driving the corvette around the parking lot.
INT-CORVET-MORNING
Bruce looks to Lucius and then to the handle.
Lucius Fox
Can you handle it?
Bruce Wayne
We'll see.
Bruce pulls the handle and the force knocks him and Lucius back.
EXT-PARKING LOT-MORNING
The corvette speeds as fire comes from the pipe in the back. Bruce performs a donut and stops.
INT-CORVET-MORNING
Bruce looks to Lucius and smiles.
Lucius Fox
What do you think?
Pan to and zoom into Bruce face as he smirks.
Bruce Wayne
Fast and Furious.
[FADE OUT][ACT I ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]
[ACT II]
INT-WAYNE MANOR-DAY
We see Vicky Vale snooping around and the living room. She is looking through his drawers.
Vicky Vale
Okay Mr. Wayne. What are your secrets?
She continues look around. Pan to Alfred walking in. Vicky continues to snoop.
Alfred Pennyworth
Umm! Umm!
Vicky turns around quickly.
Vicky Vale(nervously)
Hello. I'm just rearranging.
Alfred Pennyworth(smiling)
Really. Here I thought that was my job. Didn't know Master Bruce was replacing me with a maid.
Vicky Vale
I just thought I'll give you a hand.
Alfred Pennyworth
Right. Well since your here Ms. Vale why not have a cup of tea with me. That way I won't tell Master Bruce you were here snooping.
Alfred smiles. Vicky Vale smirks and follows Alfred to the Kitchen.
INT-DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE-DAY
We see Harvey looking in the mirror flipping his coin. He smirks. Pan to Rachel storming in the office. She slams her papers on the ground.
Harvey Dent(concerned)
What's wrong?
Rachel Dawes
Its nothing.
Harvey Dent
You call nearly breaking a door nothing(pauses) Is this about Bruce.
Rachel Dawes
I tried calling him to say I'm sorry for going off on him the other night but he doesn't return my calls.
Harvey Dent
Maybe he's busy.
Rachel Dawes
Too busy for his childhood friend.
Harvey Dent
We can cancel the dinner reservations. If your not up to it.
Rachel Dawes(comes close)
No, I'm up for it. Matter fact I'm looking forward to it.
She smiles. Pan to Harvey with wide grin.
Harvey Dent(smooth)
Great.
EXT-STREET CORNER-DAY
We see two guys standing on a corner. They both are carrying duffle bags.
Guy 1
Do you actually think we can market off this? Its called Lawbreaker. Lawbreaker!
Guy 2
I think its kind of catchy.
Guy 1 just looks at him like he's crazy. Pan to a car driving up to them.
Man in Car
I heard this where we can get the new good.
Guy 1
Yeah we might have something. Maybe.
Man in Car
Good. I'm looking for a fix. How much?
Guy 2
Fifty Bucks.
Man in the Car
50 bucks? That's a little steep.
Guy 1
You get 10 in a bag. Take it or leave it.
Man in the Car
Okay(takes out his wallet)
He hands Guy 1 50 dollars. Guy 2 reaches in the duffle bag and pulls out one freezer bag with Lawbreaker in it.
Man in the Car
Hope this is worth it.
Man in the Car drives off. Pan to Guy 2.
Guy 2
Asshole.
INT-MAN IN THE CAR-DAY
We see the man pop one of the Lawbreakers in his mouth. His eyes glows red. He step on the gas and begins to speed up.
INT-WAYNE MANOR-DAY
We see Alfred and Vicky sitting in the kitchen at a table.
Vicky Vale
Really(laughs)I wouldn't peg Bruce Wayne as a Zorro fan.
Alfred Pennyworth
Oh yes. Master Bruce loved Zorro.
Bruce Wayne(walking in)
Alfred I need-
He sees Vicky and is confused.
Alfred Pennyworth
Well Master Bruce. Vicky has stopped by to talk to you. I'll leave you two alone.
Alfred begins to walk out. Bruce whispers in his ear.
Bruce Wayne
I need your help with a car. I need you to fix it up to match my personality.
Alfred Pennyworth
Right away sir.
Alfred leaves. Pan to Vicky smiling Bruce.
Bruce Wayne
What is it you want to talk about?
Vicky Vale(pulling out her pad)
First thing everyone wants to know. is Where has Bruce Wayne been?
Bruce Wayne
Traveling.
Vicky Vale
Why announce your death?
Bruce Wayne
Just a mistake.
Vicky Vale(unconvinced)
Right. How about-
Bruce Wayne
How about you and me dinner tonight? I know a great restaurant.
Vicky Vale
Sorry Mr. Wayne I don't mix business with pleasure.
Bruce Wayne
What's a little business without a little pleasure.
Vicky Vale
Are you try put on your charm?
Bruce Wayne
Depends, is it working?
Vicky Vale
Okay. Mr. Wayne, you have a date. As long as we do a real interview.
Bruce smiles. Vicky leaves with a smile. Alfred walks in with a smile.
Alfred Pennyworth
Which suit should I put out?
Pan to Bruce smirking.
INT-WAYNE ENTERPRISES-NIGHT
We see Rupert Thorne walking out of the office on the phone.
Rupert Thorne
Now that's what I like to hear. Whatever they do while on it is there problem. That why I have you Bullock. Make sure it doesn't come back to me.
Rupert Thorne hangs up. Pan to Lucius Fox looking at him.
Rupert Thorne
What the hell you looking at?
Lucius Fox
I was just leaving Mr. Thorne.
Rupert Thorne
Right.
INT-NAPIERS RESIDENCE-NIGHT
We see Paula Napier getting dressed up. Pan to Jack walking up to her.
Jack Napier
Are you ready dear?
Paula Napier
Just give me a minute.
Jack Napier
I have reservations for eight.
Paula Napier
I'm coming.
Paula finishes and Her and Jack walk out the door.
INT-RESTAURANT-NIGHT
We see Harvey and Rachel walk in. They approach a podium with a waiter waiting.
Harvey Dent
Dent party of two.
Pan to Bruce and Vicky Vale walking in. The waiter looks to him.
Waiter
Mr. Bruce Wayne. Your table is ready.
The waiter brushes past Harvey.
Harvey Dent
Okay. And I'm not here.
Rachel Dawes
Don't worry about it we can leave.
Bruce and Vicky Vale approaching Harvey and Rachel.
Bruce Wayne
Do you guys need a table?
Harvey Dent
Yeah that will-
Rachel Dawes
That's fine I don't need any favors.
Bruce Wayne
Come on Rachel your my best friend.
Rachel Dawes
Right.
Harvey Dent
Since were already here.
Bruce Wayne
Great It'll be a double date.(to Vicky) you don't mind?
Vicky Vale
Doesn't matter. I only want my interview.
Harvey Dent
I guess its settle.
He looks to Rachel and smiles nervously. Bruce signals the waiter to put two tables together.
CUT FIFTEEN MINS LATER.
Pan to Bruce and Harvey laughing.
Bruce Wayne
I never seen Rachel so upset.
Rachel Dawes
Enough about me. Lets talk about you Bruce.
Bruce Wayne
I'm sure they don't want to hear about me.
Vicky Vale
I'm all ears to learn more about the billionaire playboy.
Rachel Dawes
Lets start off with Where you've been for the past six years.
Bruce Wayne
Traveling.
Rachel Dawes
Got so busy traveling that you couldn't keep in touch with your suppose best friend.
Bruce Wayne
Rachel. I-
Rachel Dawes
It doesn't matter.
Vicky Vale
Now this is juicy.
Bruce Wayne
I have to use the restroom.
Bruce gets up. He walks to the bathroom.
INT-MEN'S BATHROOM-NIGHT
We see Bruce walk in. He notices Jack Napier talking to himself.
Jack Napier
I give and I give. I take her out to eat and she complains.
Bruce Wayne
Are you okay?
Jack Napier(faces Bruce)
Yeah. Its just my wife were having problems. I get a job at a plant and she critise me for it. I get my first paycheck and I take her out to eat and she complains.
Bruce Wayne
I'm sorry to hear that.
Jack Napier
I always wanted to be a comedian. I wanted my stage name to be Joker.
Bruce Wayne
Well its never too late. I might even be there to see your first act.
Jack Napier
According to my wife it is. I just need to relax. Lucky my friend hook me up with this.
He pulls out the Lawbreaker drug pill.
Jack Napier
Its called Lawbreaker, my friend says it will relax me.
Bruce Wayne
Isn't that a drug?
Jack Napier ignores him and puts in his mouth. Bruce notice his eyes glow red.
Bruce Wayne
Are you okay?
Jack Napier(smirks)
I'm just fine.
Jack walks out with a big smile. Pan to Bruce concerned.
[FADE OUT] ACT II ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]
[ACT III]
INT-RESTAURANT-NIGHT
Bruce walks out the bathroom. He looks to Jack Napier arguing with a waiter.
Waiter
Hey. Calm down sir. I wasn't looking at your wife.
Jack Napier
So my wife isn't attractive.
Waiter
No that not it, she is attractive.
Jack Napier
I thought you said you weren't checking her out. Your thinking funny bob huh? You some kind of Joker. Now I have to kick your ass.
Paula Napier
Jack! What is wrong with you?
Jack punches the waiter. Pan to the other people staring in aw.
Paula Napier(shocked)
Jesus! Now you have everyone staring at us.
Jack Napier
So what?
Pan to the police walking in.
Paula Napier
This is so embarrassing. This is too much stress for the baby. Now you're going to jail.
Jack Napier
Its hell of lot of better than listening to your damn voice.
Pan to Paula shocked. The police drag Jack out. Pan to Bruce going back to the table.
Rachel Dawes
What was up with that guy?
Harvey Dent
I have no idea.
Bruce Wayne
I'm calling it a night. I don't really feel good.(He looks to Vicky)I'll have Alfred take you home.
Vicky Vale
Okay. Are you going to be okay?
Rachel Dawes(concerned)
Yeah Bruce. You okay?
Bruce Wayne
Yeah just fine. Nice seeing you again Harvey.
Bruce walks out.
EXT-OUTSIDE-NIGHT
We see Bruce walking to a limo. Standing outside of it is Alfred.
Bruce Wayne
Something has come up. I need to check something out.
Alfred Pennyworth
What is it sir?
Bruce Wayne
A drug called Lawbreaker. I need to find out about it. I met a guy who used it. His whole personality changed. Take me back to manor and comeback and pick up Vicky.
Alfred Pennyworth
Will do sir.
Bruce Wayne
Thank you Alfred.
Bruce gets in the back. Alfred gets in the driver seat. They drive off.
INT-BATCAVE-NIGHT
We see Bruce and Alfred coming off the elevator.
Bruce Wayne
How's the car?
Alfred Pennyworth
Take a look, sir.
Bruce looks. Pan to the corvette that looks more like a bat. With the batwings pointing outward. The front is closed in bat ears.(the batmobile is model after Batman Tim Burton and Batman TAS)The batmobile is facing the water fall.
Bruce Wayne
You really put your all into this Alfred.
Alfred Pennyworth
Yes I did. Try not to get reckless. Even though I can't count on that.
Bruce Wayne
I'm heading out. Don't worry I won't be reckless that much.
Bruce walks to a room and reveals the Batman attire. He puts it on.
Batman(looks to Alfred)
Don't wait up.
Batman pushes the button and the Batmobile opens on top. He jumps in and pulls off.
INT-STREET CORNER-NIGHT
We see the same two guys. Pan to Bullock pulling up to them in his squad car.
Guy 1
Bullock. What do you want?
Harvey Bullock
Thorne wants me to check up on you two idiots.
Guy 1
Everything's going fine. The duffle bag is nearly empty.
Harvey Bullock
Good. You want a freaking medal. Well the boss want you two to meet with Sid the Squid at the Diner.
Guy 2
What for?
Harvey Bullock
Re-up. The stuff is making a killing despite the circumstances. Be there and try not to sound like idiots.
Harvey Bullock drives off.
EXT-ALLEY-NIGHT
We see a guy in beat down clothes. He pulls out a bag of Lawbreaker drug pills. Pan up to Batman swooping down grabbing the guy.
EXT-ROOFTOP-NIGHT
We see Batman holding the guy over the ledge.
Guy
Jesus!
Batman
Lawbreaker. Where did you get it!
Guy(terrified)
I don't know!
Batman
Whose the source! I know you know something. (he looks over the edge of the rooftop.)How high is this ten or fifteen feet.
Guy
Please don't!
Batman
Then tell me about Lawbreaker!
Guy
Okay Okay. A cop by Harvey Bullock. He'll tell you everything. Word on the street is its a meeting tonight at Gotham Diner.
Batman tosses him to the side and jumps off the edge.
INT-GOTHAM DINER-NIGHT
We see Harvey Bullock and the two dope guys enter the diner. Pan to a man(Sid the Squid)sitting at a table surrounded by his entourage all them carrying automatics.
Harvey Bullock
Sid the Squid.
Sid the Squid
Bullock(he signals to the diner clerk)
Diner Clerk forces other customers out. He walks to the back himself.
Harvey and the two other guys sit down.
Sid the Squid
So your here for a re-up.
Harvey Bullock
Yeah. Must say your stuff is a knockout minus the troublesome effects.
Sid the Squid
That's why its called Lawbreaker. It enhances chemicals that triggers the brain to make people react to things they normally don't do.
Harvey Bullock
You don't say.
EXT-ROOF OF THE DINER-NIGHT
We see Batman kneeled on the roof listening.
INT-GOTHAM DINER-NIGHT
As Sid the Squid and Harvey continue to talk the lights shut off.
Sid the Squid
What the hell? You set me up!
Harvey Bullock
No!
Sid the Squid pulls out his gun so does his entourage. Harvey Bullock pulls out his gun so does the two dope guys. Sid the Squid flips the table over. They continue the gun fight. Pan to a batarang soaring across the air knocking Harvey and Sid's gun out of their hands.
Sid the Squid(looking up)
What in God's name?
Pan to Batman swooping down tackling Sid. He throws two batarangs knocking the entourage guns out their hands. He punches two and kicks another. Pan to Harvey Bullock calling for back up.
Harvey Bullock
Back up! Batman! Requesting all cars! Gotham Diner!
Batman throws three ropes wrapping Harvey and the dope guys. The two dope boys drop their guns. Batman walks to Bullock. He picks up and slams him to the wall.
Batman
Tell me about your boss! Who orders the drugs!
Harvey Bullock
No way. He'll ice me!
Batman
You think I won't.
Harvey Bullock
Please I know nothing.
Pan to the door as Cop sirens are heard. Two police officers bust through the door.
Cops
Freeze.
Pan to Bullock on the ground. Pan to the cops confused.
[FADE OUT][ACT III ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]
[ACT IV]
EXT-GOTHAM'S DINER-NIGHT
We see Commissioner Fields, Harvey Bullock, and other police officers. Pan to officers taking Sid the Squid and his entourage into custody.
Commissioner Fields(phone)
I want choppers, squad cars road blocks for Batman! We will not lose him!
EXT-ALLEY-NIGHT
We see Batman jump in the Batmobile.
INT-BATMOBILE-NIGHT
Batman starts the engine. A screen pops up. Revealing Alfred.
Alfred Pennyworth
Vicky is at home safe and sound sir.
Batman
Good. Thanks Alfred.
Alfred Pennyworth
What is your plan Master Bruce? They have you surrounded with no way out.
Batman
Easy Alfred. Break through and out run them.
Alfred Pennyworth
Bloody hell. Do be careful sir.
EXT-FRONT OF DINER-NIGHT
We see the police surrounding the Diner. Pan to two cops.
Cop 1
Do you hear that?
Cop 2
Sounds like an engine running. A mighty powerful sounding engine.
Pan to the Batmobile coming out of the alley. He breaks through two police cars.
Cop 1
Jesus!
Cop 2
Lets go! Lets go!
INT-BATMOBILE-NIGHT
Batman
Alfred. I need to shake the cops. Why I can get the recording to Rachel or Harvey. Did you connect the spikes like I asked.
Alfred Pennyworth
Yes sir. Try not to kill anyone
Batman
I'm no murderer Alfred.
EXT-CHASE-NIGHT
The police cars are behind the Batmobile as they pursue him.
Cop in Car
Pull over. This is your last warning.
INT-BATMOBILE-NIGHT
Batman flips a switch.
EXT-CHASE-NIGHT
A line of spikes come out the back of the Batmobile. The two cop cars hit them and they crash into each other. Pan to two other cops dodging them. They continue to pursue Batman.
Cop Car 2
Pull Over Now!
Pan up to the police choppers.
INT-BATMOBILE-NIGHT
Batman
This is getting out of hand. I have to shake them.
Batman pulls the lever. The force knocks him back in the seat.
EXT-CHASE-NIGHT
We see the cops view of the Batmobile. Fire comes from the back. The Batmobile speeds up.
Cop 3
We're loosing him.
The Batmobile sharp turns and goes into a tunnel. The lights go off.
EXT-TUNNEL-NIGHT
The cop cars enter the tunnel.
Cop Car 4
I can't get a visual.
Pan to the Batmobile exiting the tunnel.
Cop Car 3
We lost him.
INT-BATMOBILE-NIGHT
Batman
I've lost them Alfred. I'm going to meet Rachel.
Alfred Pennyworth
Please try not to frighten her sir.
Batman
Don't worry Alfred. I'm sure Rachel can handle it.
EXT-DOWNTOWN NIGHT
We see the Batmobile hit a corner, turning into a parking lot.
INT-DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE-NIGHT
We see Rachel walk in. She goes for the light switch.
Batman
No lights.
Rachel jumps.
Rachel Dawes
Oh my God. How'd you get in here?
Batman
I have something for you. Its to get things moving.
Rachel Dawes
Get moving for what?
Batman
Reshaping Gotham. Its not to far from saving.
Batman hands her a tape.
Rachel Dawes
What is this?
Batman
A tape of Sid the Squid and Harvey Bullock. Its not much yet but its a beginning.
Rachel Dawes(looking at the tape)
Sid the Squid and Bullock the cop. How did you get this?
She looks up to see him gone. Pan to a confused Rachel.
[FADE OUT] [ACT IV ENDS][COMMERCIAL BREAK]
[ACT V]
We see Bruce in the bed. Pan to Alfred walking in with tea.
Alfred Pennyworth
Long night sir.
Bruce Wayne
Sleep during the day and out at night.
Alfred Pennyworth
I guess this will be a bad time to tell you that Ms. Vicky Vale called.
Pan to Bruce's eyes open.
Alfred Pennyworth(cont'd)
She seemed pretty worried about you as was Rachel.
Bruce Wayne
Rachel too huh?
Bruce gets out of bed and begins doing push-ups.
Alfred Pennyworth
What are you going to do about them, Master Bruce.
Bruce Wayne
Nothing. I don't have time for a love life.
Alfred Pennyworth
Maybe you should consider a social life. People will wonder What exactly does Bruce Wayne do with his life?
Bruce Wayne
I could play the playboy type, borrow some characteristics from Jason.
Alfred Pennyworth
I must say Ms. Vale is a beauty.
Bruce Wayne
Why don't you date her.
Alfred Pennyworth
Too young for me.
Bruce smirks.
INT-DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE-DAY
We see Rachel and Harvey listening to the tape given to her by Batman.
Harvey Dent
My God. How did you get this?
Rachel Dawes
Doesn't matter.
Harvey Dent
This isn't much, but we definitely can start something with this.
Rachel Dawes
We can bring down Thorne if we get one them to crack.
Harvey Bullock
We might get Bullock. If he wants to keep his job. Are you ready to start this?
Rachel Dawes
Lets get this ship a sailing. Thorne is going down.
Harvey Dent
Bet your ass he is.
Harvey stare at Rachel and she stares back.
Cut off on their looks to another.
INT-NAPIER'S RESIDENCE-NIGHT
We see Jack walk into the house. Pan to Paula looking at him.
Paula Napier
Did you enjoy jail?
Jack Napier
I don't remember what happen. I remember going to the bathroom that's it.
Paul Napier
Do I really annoy you Jack?
Jack Napier(He walks to her and hugs her)
Of course not. When the baby comes. We'll be like a real family. I promise.
Cut off on their hug.
INT-GOTHAM GAZETTE-DAY
We see Bruce walking in. "Lifehouse Somebody Else's Song" is playing in the background. Pan to people staring in awe. The editor rushes to shake Bruce's hand.
Editor
Mr. Bruce Wayne its an honor.
Bruce Wayne
Hello. I'm wondering if Vicky Vale is in.
Editor
Oh yes Mr. Wayne she's at her desk.
He points to Vicky who is typing.
Bruce Wayne
Thank you.
Bruce walks to her desk.
Bruce Wayne
So this is Gotham Gazette, nice.
Vicky Vale
Seems your feeling better.
Bruce Wayne
Yes I am. Alfred told me you called. Listen I felt we never got to know each other. Would you like to give it another try?
Vicky Vale
I don't know. I have to check my schedule.
Bruce Wayne(smiles)
Well if your free. Give me a call.
Bruce walks off. Pan to Vicky intrigued. The song ends.
INT-WAYNE ENTERPRISES-DAY
We see Rupert Thorne in his chair talking on a cell phone.
Rupert Thorne
Yes. This is a problem. We have to make sure they don't interfere. Make sure of it.
Intense melody is playing and cuts off.
[FADE OUT][ACT V ENDS][CLOSING CREDITS]