These are purely my wishes, and I'm not trying to change or destroy anyone else's. Here we go...
1. Zack Snyder At His Best
When it comes to an event like DC's greatest heroes coming together (metaphorically and literally) the one thing that has to stand on it's own two feet are the visuals. When Zack's name was revealed as the one to direct the Superman reboot, everyone's first thoughts were the action, how it would be presented and since he's staying on for this ride, those thoughts are still consistent. If all else fails, the directing and images shouldn't.
2. Similarities Between Alfred and Martha
Bruce Wayne is now classed with three identities; the Batman where he releases all his anger, hatred and regret on the criminals of Gotham with one limit, no killing. The playboy billionaire that'll drive an Aston Martin on the edge of a cliff with three beautiful models and jump out of a jet to catch a seagull. And the Bruce Wayne where he's himself and always working hard to up his game. Clark Kent is slightly different where two of his identities (Kal-El the destined alien, and Superman the saviour of hope in this newly established universe) are mashed into one and the guy few get to see is so far only shown to two people. Whether or not the clumsy journalist will come is something only time will tell. But Martha and Alfred are the ones Clark and Bruce can talk to and I'd like to see that. (And yes, John Hurt for Alfred)
3. A Batman At The Top Of His Game Or Just Starting Out
For a semi-retired, reclusive Batman to beat up or even go toe-to-toe with Superman is illogical no matter what transformation or character arc he goes through. So the sensible thing to do would have him be the best he's ever been or fresh out of training ready to kick ass. I'd like to see the latter because Alfred can deliver the news to a changed Bruce about Metropolis being destroyed, etc. and I find it hard to believe that the only nods we get to a close-by vigilante who spends his nights beating up thugs is only given a satellite and a blink-and-you'll-miss-it "Keep Calm And Call Batman" poster in all of Clark's life, because Man Of Steel gives us so many details that it's stupid we'd only run into Bat's existence twice.
4. Lex Luthor Needs To Be A Bad-Ass!
When it comes to a bald comic-book character, I think Lex Luthor.. Although Kevin Spacey did a good job with the slow delivery and big vocals, the one thing he lacked was a presence; when he walked in a room it was the Bald Villain who entered the room, it wasn't Lex Luthor has just entered the building!! Although I've never seen an episode of Breaking Bad, I've heard Bryan Cranston talk and have seen him act, and he looks like he could rock a mech suit and he has a gruff-ness that if he was speaking to you, you'd listen where-as Kevin Spacey was dare I say it, a bit shiney. The alternative would be Jon Hamm if that's what they're going for, but definitely not Mark Strong.
5. Out Of This World Technology Can Be Taken Seriously
The serious "real world" tone that MoS brought to us deleted any possibilities of freeze grenades, Kryptonite gloves, etc. But with Bruce Wayne chucked into the mix, that needs to be put to an end. While Batman's being called the world's greatest detective, Superman can see through walls, while Batman's being called an expert martial artist, Superman can flick you 100 miles with his middle finger; there's no stopping Superman on wit without sacrifices being made by Bruce with his money and health. I'm saying that what weakens Superman can give Bruce an advantage, the atmosphere from Kypton can somehow be transferred to the batcave and after many hours and sleepless nights of practise, Bruce can withstand being a quarter of the man Supes is while Clark's heat-ray hurts him and so do electric gloves because Bruce admits that humans can only hope to be as powerful as Superman, but nothing more.
6. Character Development and Structure
One thing MoS suffered on was that Clark put on the suit before John Kent died and although this wasn't chronological, it was worrying as his childhood streams from different event to adult event and it was hard to pick which one to focus on. Even though I'm sure the sequel won't dare go down this road again, it needs to give a well rounded story that doesn't show Superman fly, then get bullied. I really enjoyed watching the group at the Daily Planet and Lois Lane I thought was given a tremendous amount to do and work with, but one or two of her lines felt a bit off. This film needs to have Bruce Wayne and Clark Kent learn from each other, and as much as I'd like to see Batman be a wise man to Supes, I've already explained why him pre-existing wouldn't make much sense to me. So character development all round weather it's subtle or drastic.
7. A Good Fight
Imagine the 1st Bane vs Batman fight in TDKR with the roles reversed, the punches actually connecting, and Bane being Superman. That's what I want from the fight with Supes desperately trying to use his powers against the altered atmosphere of Krypton, catch up with Bruce's speed and agility, and by the end of the fight, both are bruised, with Clark sustaining more and Batman kneeling down holding him, admitting he had to cheat, and reiterating the famous quote, "I want you to remember in all the years to come, in all your most private moments.. I want you to remember, Clark.. My hand at your throat.. I want you to remember the one man who beat you. Me". "Batman". "I'm Batman"
So there you have it, my 7 wishes. Be sure to leave a comment and list what you hope from the film, your thoughts on my article, etc. See ya.