The Dark Knight
101 Recurrence
Written by Terence Jordan
[TEASER]
[FLASH BACK SEQUENCE] [1993]
EXT-CRIME ALLEY-NIGHT
We see a young boy(Bruce) walking with his parents(Martha and Thomas Wayne) down a alley coming from the theater. Bruce pretends to have a sword in his hand acting as Zorro.
Bruce Wayne
Ha! You are no match for my superior swordsmanship.
Pan to Thomas and Martha smiling. Pan back to Bruce swinging his arm around with a wide cocky grin.
Bruce Wayne
I'll rescue the princess from the evil king.
Pan to the sky as lightning strikes and thunder is heard. Pan to Thomas Wayne taking out an umbrella. Rain begins to fall.
Thomas Wayne
Come on Bruce. Get under the umbrella.
Pan to Bruce getting in the middle of his father and mother. They continue to walk as they see a man(Joe Chill) in torn clothing and hat walking towards them. Pan to Thomas unnerving.
Thomas Wayne
Bruce. Martha, stay close to me.
Martha Wayne
Thomas?
They continue to walk, Joe steps in front of them. He pulls out his gun. Zoom to the barrow. Then to Joe's face.
Joe Chill
Give me everything you have.(looks to Martha's neck)starting with the lady's pearls.
Thomas Wayne(calm)
Easy relax. Just relax. (reaching for his wallet)there just take it and leave.
Joe grabs the wallet. Pan to Bruce who looks terrified gripping his mother's arm. Joe looks to Martha's neck.
Joe Chill
I said Jewelry too.
Joe grabs her necklace.
Thomas Wayne
No!(jumping in between)
Joe shoots out of reflex. The bullet hits Thomas's heart. Pan to Bruce shocked.
Martha Wayne
(Screams in horror)
Joe snatches the necklace and shoots Martha in the chest. Pan to young Bruce terrified. Pan back to Joe Chill running away. Pan to Bruce falling to his knees in front of his parents bodies. The camera zooms out.
[PRESENT TIME][OCTOBER]
INT-JAPAN CASSANDRA'S COTTAGE-NIGHT
Zoom in as we see a much older Bruce's face. His eyes pop open. Sweat dripping from his forehead. Pan to a woman in a white robe standing in front of the bed.
Cassandra
Same nightmare, Mr. Wayne
Bruce Wayne(getting up and doing push ups)
Its nothing.
Cassandra
You shouldn't hold on to the past. If you do the nightmares will continue.
Bruce Wayne
The past is what keeps me going.
Cassandra
So you say. You're ready to resume your training?
Pan to Bruce standing up looking serious. He nods yes.
Cassandra
Very Well. Come on then Mr. Wayne
[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
Paula Napier(Amand Detmer)Jack Napier's pregnant wife that he loves so much and would do anything for. She tries her best to comfort him when she Crane(Jesse Spencer)A psychtrist for Arkam Criminals. Later will be explained about him and what he is up to.
GUEST STARRING
ANGELINA JOLIE...CASSANDRA
[ACT I]
INT-OUTSIDE CASSANDRA'S-MIDNIGHT
We see pile of coal and fire underneath while Cassandra is standing on it. Pan to Bruce watching from the sides.
Bruce Wayne
Does it hurt or do you not feel it?
Cassandra
You always feel pain. You can't ignore it but you can embrace it.
Bruce Wayne
umm. I understand.
Cassandra
Do you now? Show me.
Pan to Bruce taking off his shoes. He proceeds to walk in on the coal. He touches it. He flinches a little. He keeps walking closer to the center. The closer he gets the hotter it gets.
Bruce Wayne(jumping off)
Ah! Ah! Jesus!
Cassandra(shaking her head)
You think too much Mr. Wayne. That is why your not capable of doing it. Clear your mind of all things and walk.
Bruce Wayne
Okay.
Bruce closes his eyes and holds his arms out.
Bruce Wayne(thinking)
Clear my mind. Clear my mind.
Bruce walks on the coal again. He continue to walk to the center. He stops and opens his eyes. Him and Cassandra are staring eye to eye for at least ten seconds.
Cassandra(smiling)
Congrats, Mr. Wayne you pass the first test.
CUT TO:
INT-GOTHAM CITY DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S-DAY
We see a man(Harvey Dent) in a black business suit with a red tie flipping a coin. He is sitting in a chair behind a desk. On the opposite side is a beautiful brunette woman(Rachel Dawes) in white silk shirt and black long business skirt.
Harvey Dent
I'm all ears. What do you suppose we do?
Rachel Dawes
I don't know. But we can't let a guy like a Thorne run Wayne Enterprises.
Harvey Dent
I know. But we need to find incriminating evidence that will stick. We've been on a wild goose chase for the past five months.
Rachel Dawes
Gotham is darker than ever and he is one of the reasons for it.
Harvey Dent
You don't have to tell me, I know. Everyone afraid to touch this guy and others like him. How can a guy like that be able to run a multi company like Wayne Enterprises.
Rachel Dawes
He's the second person to have bought the most shares the first being Bruce
Her head lowers. Pan to Harvey whose expression softens.
Harvey Dent
I'm sorry Rachel about Bruce. I know he was your best friend. Its been five years.
Rachel Dawes
Yeah. Well at least I can do for him not let this thug run his families business to the ground.
Harvey Dent
Well. Lets get started then. We have a kingpin to bring down.
Pan to Rachel smiling.
INT-JAPAN CASSANDRA'S COTTAGE-NIGHT
We see Bruce sitting on a chair and Cassandra cooking stew.
Bruce Wayne
Can I ask you a question Cassandra?
Cassandra
I already know. Why, Right?(pan to Bruce confused look)Why do I stay alone in a Cottage. I guess I can take you back to my childhood. I was born in Russia and I was accused of being a witch a harlot and among other things. Hearing all this my parent sent me away out of fear.
Bruce Wayne(sympathetic)
I'm sorry Cassandra.
Cassandra
Its okay. I survived well on my own.
Bruce Wayne
Again I'm sorry Cassandra.
Cassandra
Again. Its okay Mr. Wayne
Bruce Wayne
You know Cassandra, you don't have to call me Mr. Wayne. Bruce is just fine.
Cassandra(smiling)
Goodnight Mr. Wayne.
Cassandra smirks. Pan to Bruce smiling.
INT-CASSANDRA COTTAGE-DAY
We see Cassandra leaning on the doorway. Pan to Bruce slowly opening his eyes. He looks to Cassandra.
Cassandra
I was wondering when you get up. Training continues now.
EXT-OUTSIDE CASSANDRA'S COTTAGE-DAY
We see Cassandra and Bruce standing face to face. She points with her right hand. Pan to a fence with five bottles on it.
Cassandra
Do you ever wonder how much the human body can endure, Mr. Wayne?
Bruce Wayne
Sometimes, yes. Why?
Cassandra walks to the fence. Pan to Bruce eyeing her questionably. Pan to Cassandra grabbing one of the bottles.(slow motion-She hits herself with one of the bottles-/slow motion)Pan to Bruce shocked expression. Pan to Cassandra as blood leaks out from her forehead.
Bruce Wayne(concerned)
Cassandra!
Cassandra(holds up her hand)
I'm okay. Mr. Wayne. I feel nothing. Remember what I've taught you, to deal with pain is to embrace it.
Bruce Wayne
Right. But aren't you afraid of Brain damage or perhaps blood loss.
Cassandra
I know my limits Mr. Wayne
Young Teen(O.S.)
Well if it isn't the freak and her boyfriend.
Pan to a group of teens five precisely. Each of them have Bats, chains and knives.
Cassandra
Your trespassing all of you leave at once.
Young Teen 2
Oh we'll leave alright, after we teach you a lesson on helping out an outsider. Especially his kind.
Young Teen 3
Yeah Witch!
Cassandra
I pose no trouble to you or to anyone else helping him. The ways of dealing with pain can be taught to anyone. Now leave before your mothers hear of this.
Young Teen
Whatever bitch.
Bruce stepping in front of Cassandra.
Bruce Wayne
Leave now.
Young Teen
What you going to do rich boy?
Pan to the teens laughing.
Bruce Wayne
I'm not going to warn you again.
Young Teen 1
Rich boy thinks he's tough. Were going to show him otherwise.
The group of teens surround him and Cassandra.
Cassandra
You should have stayed out of this.
Bruce Wayne
What and miss my chance at being a hero.
Pan to Teen 1's fist as he swings at Bruce. Bruce dodges and round house kicks teen 1. Teen 2 grabs one of the bottles and hits Bruce in the head. The glass bottle shatters.(slow motion-Bruce swings zoom into his fist going through the glass punching teen 2-slow motion)Teen 2 falls to the ground. Teen 3 hits Bruce with a with a piece of wood from the fence. The wood breaks on his back.
Bruce Wayne(turns to him)
Big Mistake, kid.
Bruce uppercuts Teen 3. He lifts to the air and lands on his back. Pan to teen 4 and teen 5 staring at each other.
Teen 4
I'm out of here.
Teen 1,2,3,5 follow after. Pan to Bruce standing sternly. Pan to Cassandra walking inside the cottage. Bruce looks to the door confused.
CUT TO:
INT-CASSANDRA'S COTTAGE-DAY
We see Cassandra packing Bruce's things. Pan to Bruce walking in.
Bruce Wayne(confused)
Cassandra? What's going on?
Cassandra
You have to leave Mr. Wayne
Bruce Wayne
Why? I just saved your life.
Cassandra(facing him)
My life was not threatened. They would of left eventually. I saw something dark in you Mr. Wayne something really dark, that even frightened me.
Bruce Wayne
What about training?
Cassandra
You've learned all you need to learn from me. You have no reason to be here anymore.
Bruce Wayne(confidently)
Yes. Its time I returned to Gotham.
Bruce picks up his suitcases. He walks to the door.
Bruce Wayne
Good-bye, Cassandra
Cassandra
Good-bye. Bruce
Pan to Bruce walking out the door. The door shuts.
[FADE OUT][ACT I ENDS]
[ACT II]
INT-WAYNE ENTERPRISES-DAY
We see a group of business men sitting at a long table. Seems to be a meeting. Pan to a man(Rupert Thorne) in a black business suit with a blue tie.
Rupert Thorne
All right gentlemen, ready to begin?
Business Man 1
I don't know that I like the idea of building a nuclear weapon.
Pan to Rupert Thorne sitting in the chair by the window.
Rupert Thorne
I recall having this conversation before. I think the project can benefit Wayne Enterprises.
Business Man 2
And how is that Thorne?
Rupert Thorne
Look Gentlemen. Well the government believes Iraq is holding weapons of mass destruction. What better way to help our fellow country.
Business Man 3
This is nonsense. Thomas Wayne would of never consider this.
Rupert Thorne
Thomas Wayne is dead. His idealism won't work in this day and age. Give that some thought gentlemen.
CUT TO:
INT-GOTHAM GAZETTE EDITOR'S OFFICE-DAY
We see the Editor at his desk looking over some articles. On the opposite side we see a woman(Vicky Vale) dressed in a light blue shirt and matching skirt fumbling her fingers nervously.
Vicky Vale
As you can see I have my sources to prove everything, sir.
Editor
Yes I can see that. You know Ms. Vale you have the talent, but it lacks depth. It lacks interest. I want some thing worth while. I'll hire you but your on probation.
Vicky Vale
Thank you, sir. You won't regret it, I promise.
Editor
I surely hope not. I expect great things from you Ms. Vale.
Cut off on Vicky smiling proudly.
INT-AIRPLANE-NIGHT
We see Bruce and Alfred. Bruce is looking out the window. Pan to Alfred looking at Bruce.
Bruce Wayne
What is it Alfred?
Alfred Pennyworth
Well, sir care to explain your plan on saving Gotham?
Bruce Wayne
What I've learned from my travels. Criminals don't fear man. But as a symbol, I can be something more.
Alfred Pennyworth
And what might this symbol be?
Bruce Wayne
I don't know yet. I do know I have explanations to do when I get back.
Alfred Pennyworth
Yes. Especially if the world thinks your dead.
Bruce Wayne(chokes on the wine)
Wait what (coughs)? You had me declared dead?
Alfred Pennyworth
In my defense, you were gone for six years. I had to come up with something.
Bruce Wayne
Very well, lucky I left everything to you then.
Alfred Pennyworth(jokingly)
Yeah well make sure not to mess up the place. I might need you clean the garage. Wash all the cars and especially the Ferrari that's my favorite.
Bruce smirks. Pan to Alfred closing his eyes.
INT-WAYNE MANOR-NIGHT
We see Bruce and Alfred whose carrying Bruce's luggage.
Alfred Pennyworth
So sir, how does it feel to be back home?
Bruce Wayne
Great Alfred.
Bruce looks to the stair railing.
[FLASHBACK SEQUENCE][1993]
INT-WAYNE MANOR-NIGHT
We see Thomas Wayne and Martha by the front door.
Martha Wayne
You know he's really excited about this movie?
Thomas Wayne
I know dear. He dresses like him everyday.(calling for Bruce)Bruce! Were going to be late!
Bruce Wayne(o.s.)
Coming Father!
Pan to as we see Bruce slide the railing of the stars.
Bruce Wayne
I'm ready father.
Thomas Wayne
Now Bruce, what did me and your mother tell you about sliding the stair rail.
Bruce Wayne
That I can get seriously hurt.
Martha Wayne
That's right little man. Your father and I wouldn't want that.
Bruce Wayne
Mother! Father! I won't get hurt I seen Zorro do it all the time.
Pan to Thomas and Martha smiling.
Thomas Wayne
Lets go. We don't want to be late for Zorro!
Pan to the Wayne family walking out the door. Pan to top of the door was a Bat flying around.
[PRESENT DAY][2008]
INT-WAYNE MANOR-NIGHT
We see Alfred staring at Bruce concerned.
Alfred Pennyworth
Everything alright sir?
Bruce Wayne
Yeah Alfred, Everything's fine.
INT-JACK NAPIER'S RESIDENCE-NIGHT
We see Jack Napier and his wife Paula Napier in the kitchen. Pan to Paula who is pregnant.
Paula Napier
Where were you? Jack I was worried.
Jack Napier
I went out looking for a job.
Paula Napier(angry)
Bullshit Jack. You were out at the bar with your friends again.
Jack Napier
No I wasn't why do you always assume I'm out drinking.
Paula Napier
Cause I smell it on your breath.
Jack Napier(yelling)
Okay you caught me! I was out drinking again with the fellas.
Paula Napier(yelling back)
When you should be out looking for a job!
Jack Napier(still yelling)
For your information I found a job! That I why I went out drinking to celebrate! Surprise!
Paula Napier
What?
Jack walks out leaving Paula in the kitchen. She sighs.
INT-GOTHAM BALL ROOM-NIGHT
We see people dancing and socializing. Pan to Vicky Vale interviewing Rupert Thorne.
Vicky Vale
Tell me something Mr. Thorne, what plans do you have for Wayne Enterprises?
Rupert Thorne
Well Ms. Vale, I'm not going into any details but I promise you this Wayne Enterprises will rise to further heights than before.
Vicky Vale
What about the rumors of Rupert Thorne being a Gotham City kingpin. What do you say to that?
Rupert Thorne
I say Vicky I have no idea of those rumors. I assure you their untrue.
Pan to Harvey and Rachel by the drinks and food table. Both are staring at Rupert Thorne.
Harvey Dent
Look at him. Bet he's feeding the media lies. I wouldn't be surprise, if he sees himself as a saint.
Rachel Dawes
Whose the girl interviewing him? I never seen her before.
Harvey Dent
Vicky Vale. She was just hired at the Gotham Gazette.(Rachel looks at him)What I make it a habit to know people.
Rachel Dawes
A habit huh?
Pan to the front door of the ballroom. Bruce Wayne enters. The room silence as he walks in. The classic music stops. Pan 360 at everyone's shocked reactions. Then pan to Harvey and Rachel.
Harvey Dent
Hey what's with everyone?(looks to Rachel who is shocked)Rachel? Rachel? You okay? Looks like you've seen a ghost.
Rachel Dawes
I did. Bruce?
She walks slowly to the crowd.
Bruce Wayne
What's the matter everyone? You all look live you've seen a ghost.
Rupert Thorne(walking over to Bruce)
Mr. Bruce Wayne alive and well.
Bruce Wayne
Rupert Thorne, I assume.
Rupert Thorne
You assume right.
Bruce Wayne
So your the guy running my father's company. I'll love to talk about that.
Rupert Thorne
Stop by the office on Monday.
Bruce Wayne
I'll be there. Now if you'll excuse I have to explain my miraculous resurrection.
Rupert Thorne
I'm for one am all ears but it'll have to wait.
Bruce smiles and walks off to a group of people. He begins to laugh. Pan to Vicky Vale looking at Bruce and smiling.
Vicky Vale(smiling confidently)
The story of lifetime just landed right in my lap.
She picks up a cup of champagne and sips it. while still smiling at Bruce. Pan to Harvey and Rachel.
Harvey Dent
Well aren't you going to speak to him?
Rachel Dawes
I don't know what to say. The last time we talked was the Joe Chill trial.
Harvey Dent
Hello or Hey is always good way to start a conversation.
Rachel gives Harvey annoyed look. Pan to Bruce Wayne as he looks at Rachel. (Slow motion-Their eyes connect-Slow Motion)
Bruce Wayne(to the group)
Excuse me.
Bruce walks over to Rachel and Harvey
Bruce Wayne
Rachel Dawes. Its been long time.
Rachel Dawes
Yeah especially if your suppose to be dead.
Bruce Wayne
Yeah I see my exaggeration of my death perceives me.
Rachel Dawes
Where have you've been Bruce?
Bruce Wayne(looks to Harvey)
Whose your friend?
Harvey Dent(extending his hand)
Harvey Dent.
Bruce Wayne
Bruce Wayne. So Mr. Dent How do you know Rachel?
Harvey Dent
We work together. I'm a DEA.
Rachel Dawes
He became my partner the day after you left.
Bruce Wayne
So you two are an item?
Harvey Dent
No. Even though I tried...believe me.
Bruce Wayne(smiles)
Then you wouldn't mind me asking Rachel out for dinner tomorrow night. So we can catch up.
Rachel Dawes(unsure)
Uh Yeah sure. Why not?
Bruce Wayne
Great. I'll have Alfred pick you up at eight tomorrow night.
Pan to Rachel nodding smiling uncomfortably. Pan to Harvey and Bruce staring at each other intensity. Pan to Vicky Vale walking over to them.
Vicky Vale
Mr. Bruce Wayne back from the dead.
Bruce Wayne(intrigued)
And who might you be?
Vicky Vale
Vicky Vale Gotham Gazette.
Bruce Wayne
Well. Its a pleasure Ms. Vale. But I have to get going.
Vicky Vale
I would really like to interview you, Mr. Wayne.
Bruce Wayne
Maybe some other time, Ms. Vale. (to Rachel)See you tomorrow night Rachel.
Bruce walks off. Pan to Rachel smiling. Pan to Harvey gulping glass of wine. Pan to Vicky Vale sighing.
EXT-GOTHAM DOCKS-NIGHT
We see men taking crates from a boat using a forklift. A crooked cop is talking to one of Throne's top men(Ace).
Crooked Cop
Lets make this quick. I don't have all day.
Ace
You just make sure the flunkies don't mess anything up.
Crooked cop
I have to admit Thorne shipping the drugs through Wayne Enterprises is pretty smart.
Ace
Whatever.
Pan to the men putting the shipment into a blue van.
Ace
Tell me. Are you ready to become rich?
He smiles evilly as the Crooked cop nods.
[FADE OUT][ACT II ENDS]
[ACT III]
INT-WAYNE MANOR-NIGHT
We see Bruce standing in the living room in front of the fire place staring at the picture of his parents above it. Alfred Walks in with tea and set the table next to the brown and red inside chair. Alfred looks to Bruce staring at the picture.
Alfred Pennyworth
You know Master Bruce, I remember when your parents brought you home. They were so happy. Your father was so proud. Your mother would hold you gentle but tightly never wanting to let you go.
Bruce turns to Alfred and smiles.
Bruce Wayne
Thanks Alfred.
Alfred Pennyworth
So Master Bruce. What are you going to do about Rupert Thorne?
Bruce Wayne(taking a cup of tea)
Truthfully Alfred, I don't know. But I know what kind of guy Thorne is. And he isn't good.
Alfred Pennyworth
I agree sir. How's the symbol coming along?
Bruce Wayne
Not so good. I haven't really thought of anything. Something that will strike fear into the underworld of Gotham.
Pan to a Bat flying around Bruce's parents picture. Bruce stares at it sternly. His facial expressions of that of revelation to him.
Alfred Pennyworth
Bats. Nasty old things, if I do say so. I thinks its a cave under the manor. Just my opinion.
Bruce Wayne
I think I just found my symbol.
INT-WAYNE ENTERPRISES(OFFICE)-DAY
We see Bruce sitting in a chair wearing a black suit with a red tie. Pan to the other side we see Rupert Thorne in a black suit and a green tie.
Rupert Thorne
Tell me Mr. Wayne What is it you want to talk about? The company went public before your resurrection.
Bruce Wayne
Don't worry I'm not here for the company. I'm here for a job. I want to get know my father's company.
Rupert Thorne
A job you say. What kind of job are you interested in?
Bruce Wayne
Weapons Engineering.
Rupert Thorne
Umm. That's Fox's department. I'll let him know.
Bruce Wayne
And who is Fox?
CUT TO:
INT-WEAPON'S ENGINEERIGN-DAY
We see elderly black man(Lucius Fox)sitting in a chair. He is wearing a grey suit with a black tie. Pan to Bruce walking towards him. Pan to Lucius looking at him and smirks.
Bruce Wayne
Your Lucius?
Lucius Fox
Why yes I am. And you must be Bruce Wayne. I guess the dead can stay among the living.
Lucius smiles. Pan to Bruce smirking.
Bruce Wayne(jokingly)
Yes I came back to haunt Wayne Enterprises.
Lucius Fox
(laughs)What can I do for you Mr. Wayne?
Bruce Wayne
I just want to look around. See the things my father took part of.
Lucius Fox(unconvinced)
Okay. Be my guess.
Pan to Bruce walking around. He notices an armored suit.
Bruce Wayne(intrigued)
Hey Lucius. What is this?
Lucius Fox(getting up)
Ah. That's a prototype meant for the army. That suit can take bullets from long range and knife proof.
Bruce Wayne
What about close range?
Lucius Fox
Let say the soldier wouldn't live long.
Bruce Wayne
Can I borrow this?
Lucius Fox
Well Mr. Wayne, are you planning on taking crossfire.
Bruce Wayne
No I'm in a mood for rock climbing.
Lucius Fox
Rock climbing?
Bruce Wayne
You know Mr. Fox, I appreciate if Thorne doesn't find out.
Lucius Fox
My lips are sealed Mr. Wayne. Besides I see all this belongs to you anyway.
Bruce Wayne
Thank you.
EXT-ALLEY-NIGHT
We see a woman gripping her purse walking an alley. Two men are following her.
Man 1
Hello baby. Let us holla atcha.
The woman speeds up.
Man 2
Hey get over here bitch!
The woman began to run. The two men chase after her.
Woman(terrified)
Please. Leave me alone.
Man 1 grabs her from the back and slams her into a wall.
Man 1
Give up the goods darling.
Man 2
Both the goods.
Man 2 looks at her dress. Pan up to Bruce on the roof in the armored suit. He throws on a black mask. Pan back to the woman and the two men.
Woman
Please don't.
Bruce Wayne(masked)
Let her go!
Pan to the two men.
Man 1
Who the hell is this guy?
Bruce Wayne(masked)
(to the woman)Run!
Bruce jumps from the roof to the ground. He hurts his ankle while landing but he plays it off. The woman looks on.
Man 2
You in whole lot of trouble man.
Bruce Wayne(masked)
Trying to rape a woman. I don't tolerate that.
Man 1(laughs)
Are you suppose to be intimidating. Ha! I seen fat cops more intimidating than that.
Man 2
Your just a guy in a mask. Johnny take him out.
Johnny
My pleasure Tony.
Johnny walks towards Bruce(masked). Bruce gets in fight stance of jiujutsu. John swings and Bruce dodges and uppercuts Johnny in the chin. He flips and falls on his stomach. Pan to Tony looking on.
Tony Zucco
Okay. You asked for it.
Tony runs to Bruce with a knife. Pan to the woman looking worried. Pan to Bruce grabbing Tony's hand and twisting it. Tony drops the knife.
Tony Zucco
Oh shit!
Bruce then back fist Tony in the face. Tony stumbles. Bruce sides kicks him hitting him in the stomach. Tony falls on the trash cans. Tony passes out. Bruce ties Tony and Johnny together. Pan to the woman walking up to Bruce(masked).
Woman
Thank you. Who are you?
Bruce Wayne
Hope.
Bruce runs the alley as the police show up.
CUT TO:
INT-WAYNE MANOR-DAY
We see Bruce laying in the bed. Pan to Alfred walking in with tea.
Alfred Pennyworth
Tea sir?(Bruce waves his hand no)Very well. How's the ankle sir?
Bruce Wayne
Fine Alfred. They weren't intimidated or frightened. I think its time I put that Bat symbol to work.
Alfred Pennyworth
And how's that?
Bruce Wayne
Alfred.(sitting up)Can you make me a cowl?
Alfred raises his eyebrow.
INT-GOTHAM GAZETTE-DAY
We see the editor looking at Vicky Vale sternly.
Editor
So you want me to assign you to Bruce Wayne returns. I must say, I don't know about that. Your still a rookie in my eyes.
Vicky Vale
You said that you have hopes for me. Here's my chance to prove it. Bruce Wayne announced dead and he mysteriously reappears alive and well.
Editor
I do see a story there Vale. Tell you what find out something concrete and I'll go with it.
Vicky Vale
Thanks.
EXT-WAYNE MANOR(GARDEN)-DAY
We see Alfred and Bruce standing over a well.
Alfred Pennyworth(uncertain)
Are you sure about this Master Bruce?
Bruce Wayne
Positive. Hold the rope and I meet you down there.
Alfred Pennyworth
I think I'm fine up here sir.
Bruce Wayne
Afraid? Its only bats.
Alfred sighs. Bruce bounces down the well.
INT-CAVE-DAY
We see Bruce and Alfred looking around the cave. (The cave is similar to Batman Begins). Bats surround the cave walls.
Alfred Pennyworth
Frightful little things.
Bruce Wayne
You always had a thing for Bats Alfred.
Alfred Pennyworth
As do you Master Bruce.
Pan to Bruce walking and notices an elevator.
Bruce Wayne
This elevator leads to the manor.
Alfred Pennyworth
Indeed it does. And we had to take the well.
Pan to Bruce smuging.
CUT TO:
INT-WAYNE ENTERPRISES-DAY
Were out side of Thorne's office as Bruce walks up and attempts to knock but eavesdrop on a conversation Thorne is having.
Rupert Thorne
Tell Ace. I want him at the dock again tonight. I don't care that his wife is sick. Tell him be at the docks or he'll be under the docks. Him and his wife. I want no screw ups.
Pan to Bruce walking off.
Bruce Wayne
What are you up to Thorne?
INT-WEAPONS DIVISION-DAY
We see Bruce walking in. Pan to Lucius.
Lucius Fox
Ah. Mr. Wayne, what can I do for you today?
Bruce Wayne
I was wondering if you have any static cloth or silk material.
Lucius Fox
Static cloth?
Bruce Wayne
Yes for gliding. I like to glide on free time.
Lucius Fox
I think I might have something for you Mr. Wayne(getting up and going to a table)It was meant be used as a back up parachute.
Bruce Wayne
What happened?
Lucius Fox
You know how these things work. They felt it was a waste for something not important.
Bruce Wayne
You don't say.(looks to Fox)I'll take it.
Lucius Fox
Have fun gliding Mr. Wayne
Bruce Wayne
You know Mr. Fox If your uncomfortable-
Lucius Fox
I told you before Mr. Wayne, all this is yours anyway.
Pan to Bruce smirking.
INT-WAYNE MANOR-DAY
We see the front door of Wayne Manor. We hear a door bell rings. Alfred opens the door and see a pissed off Rachel.
Alfred Pennyworth
Rachel my dear. Come in.
Pan to Bruce walking up.
Bruce Wayne(to himself)
Rachel.
Rachel Dawes
What happened last night? I waited.
Bruce Wayne
I'm sorry something came up. I should of called I know.
Rachel Dawes
Yeah you should of. Not just last night, but the whole entire five years you've been gone.
Bruce Wayne
Rachel I-
Rachel Dawes
I really thought you were dead. Where were you?
Bruce Wayne
I have to get going.
Rachel Dawes
So your not going to answer my question. That's the second time you avoided it.
Pan to Bruce not saying anything. Pan to Rachel hurt.
Rachel Dawes
Bye Bruce.
Rachel walks towards the door.
Alfred Pennyworth
Bye Rachel.
Rachel Dawes
Bye Alfred.
Rachel walks out the door and Alfred closes it. He looks to Bruce disappointed.
Alfred Pennyworth
You should always keep your friends close. Master Bruce.
Bruce Wayne
I don't have time for a lecture Alfred. Did you make the cowl?
Alfred Pennyworth
Yes. And if I might add I worked all day on it.
Bruce Wayne
Looking forward to seeing it.
Him and Alfred head to the elevator to the cave.
INT-CAVE-DAY
We see a desk with a cowl that looks like a bat.(It resembles the Batman 89 version)
Bruce Wayne
Alfred it looks great. Really out did yourself.
Alfred Pennyworth
Keep the compliments coming.
Bruce Wayne
Rupert Throne has a guy name Ace at the docks.
Bruce walks to the armor suit. He sprays black paint over it. He gets a dryer and blows over the paint. He take black boots from a table. Bruce puts on the armor suit and the boots. He puts on the cape. Bruce picks up the cowl. He notices the black bat over the yellow background.
Bruce Wayne(to Alfred)
Your idea?
Alfred Pennyworth
Of course sir.
He places the cowl on his head. His back is turned to Alfred. He slowly turns towards Alfred. Pan to Alfred frightened.
Bruce Wayne
Well, how do I look?
Alfred Pennyworth
Terrifying.
Bruce Wayne(sinister)
Gotham City. Get ready for the Batman.
Zoom in on his serous face.
[FADE OUT] [ACT III ENDS]
[ACT IV]
EXT-GOTHAM DOCKS-NIGHT
We see Ace waiting for someone. He seems to be checking his watch. Pan to Batman on the roof watching.
Ace(thinking)
Its nearly ten O'clock. Where is he?
A boat horn is heard. Pan to Ace looking up.
Ace
About time. I hate to wait.
Pan to the ship as it docks. A few goons in forklifts with crates come out the ships door. the men in the forklifts head to a warehouse.
INT-WAREHOUSE-NIGHT
The men in forklifts park the forklifts. Pan to we see a blue van parked in the middle of the warehouse.
Ace
Alright you two fill the bags and put it in the van. You other two keep watch outside and whistle if the cops come or something doesn't feel right.
The two goons nod and head out of the warehouse. Pan to the other two getting some black bags from the van. Ace opens the crates. Inside the drugs look like x-pills.
Ace
Fill the bags I don't want to be here longer than I have to.
Pan to the door as gunshots is heard. Pan to goons looking and Ace.
Goon1
What the hell is that?
Ace
I don't know check it out.
Goon1 head to the door. He looks back to Ace.
Ace
What, are you scared?
Goon1 turns back to the door. He pulls out his gun. As he gets closer to the door. He is grabbed.
Goon1
Ahhh!
Pan to Ace with a worried expression. He points to Goon 2, 3, 4 and 5
Ace
Hurry up and pack it quickly. I don't know what's going on but I don't want to find out.
Pan to Goon2 looking up terrified. Pan to Ace looking at him.
Ace
What the hell is wrong with you?
Ace looks up and sees Batman hanging from the ceiling.
Ace
What in the Sam hell-
Pan to Batman swooping down and grabbing Goon2 and throwing him into the van. Pan to Goon 3,4, and 5 shoot. Batman throws batarangs knocking their guns out of their hands. He glides into the middle of them. He punches goon3, and kicks goon4. Goon5 looks terrified. Batman punches him in the nose. Pan to Ace, he takes off running. Pan to Batman taking out his grappling gun. He shoots the hook, hooking with Ace's legs. Ace falls to the ground.
Ace
Damn! You know who your messing with! huh!
Batman drags him to him. Ace pull out a gun. Batman kicks it out of hand. He grabs him by his collar.
Ace
What? Who are you?
Batman(sinister)
I'm Batman
He head butts him and leaves him hanging from the ceiling. He ties the goons up together. He then walks to the crate of drugs to examine it.
Batman
This isn't x(he puts one in his belt)
Pan to the Police walking in.
Cop(pointing his gun)
FREEZE!
Batman
Not tonight.
Batman throws a gas bomb to the ground. Pan to the ground. Pan to the cops coughing as Batman uses his grappling gun to escape from the roof. The smoke clears
Cop1(to Cop2)
Was that just a giant bat.
[FADE OUT] [ACT IV ENDS]
[ACT V]
INT-THORNE'S MANSION-DAY
We see Thorne sitting in his chair behind his desk. He is talking on the phone and his expression changes to anger.
Rupert Thorne(angered)
Your telling me a man dressed up like a bat has broken our operation.
INT-DISTRICT ATTORNEYS-DAY
We see Harvey and Rachel talking
Rachel Dawes
Well Ace isn't talking He says he's the master mind behind it.
Harvey Dent
Which we know is not true. We both know Thorne is behind it all.
Rachel Dawes
Yeah but we don't have enough proof.
Harvey Dent
What do you think of this Batman character.
Rachel Dawes
To me nothing more than Urban Myth.
Harvey Dent
Okay, lets gamble on it.
He pull out a coin. Pan to Rachel rolling her eyes.
Rachel Dawes
Great the coin. I swear Harvey that coin is going decide your whole life one of these days.
Pan to Harvey smiling. "Michael Price and Dan Walsh Ain't No Love in the heart of the City" is playing in the background.
Harvey Dent
My lucky coin. Handed to me by my father and his father. Can't go anywhere without it. Now back at the bet. Heads, Batman exists, tails he's just a myth.
Rachel Dawes
Okay, I'm in. What's the bet?
Harvey Dent
If I win you'll have dinner with me.
Rachel Dawes
And if I win.
Harvey Dent
We'll see.
Harvey flips the coin. Pan to the coin flipping in the air.
CUT TO:
EXT-FRONT OF AXIS CHEMICALS PLANT-DAY
We see Jack Napier standing at the entrance way. He walks in slowly.
INT-WAYNE MANOR-DAY
Bruce is staring at the picture of his parents on the wall.
Alfred Pennyworth
I'm sure their very proud, sir.
Pan to Bruce looking to Alfred.
Bruce Wayne
Thanks. But theirs so much have to do for Gotham.
Alfred Pennyworth
It seems the Batman is already front page.
Bruce takes the newspaper.
Bruce Wayne
"Drug Deal Busted by Man Bat." Doesn't even sound threatening.
The door bell rings.
Alfred Pennyworth
I'll get it sir.
Alfred leaves the living room to answer the door. Bruce continues to look at the article.
Alfred Pennyworth(o.s)
A miss Vicky Vale is here to see you.
Pan to Vicky walking from the back Alfred.
Vicky Vale
So Mr. Bruce Wayne. Do you like my article?
Pan to Bruce raising an eyebrow confused.
Bruce Wayne
Not very interested in urban myths.
Vicky Vale
Telling me you don't believe in Urban Myths.
Bruce Wayne(stepping up to her)
Is that on or off the record Ms Vale.
Vicky Vale
Are you flirting with me, Mr. Wayne?
Bruce smiles. Pan to Vicky smiling back.
CUT TO:
EXT-GOTHAM CITY-NIGHT
We see Batman standing on a ledge looking over Gotham. Zoom in to his eyes as they open and he jumps from the ledge." the song ends'
[FADE OUT][ACT V ENDS][CLOSING CREDITS]