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I totally agree with your ratings and rankings, ChristopherNolanFan.
Although I didn't hate Crossfire. It was incredibly moody and I loved the way the visuals were done. I love seeing Batman through the eyes of the citizens and cops as shown in these first two shorts.
As for Deadshot, I was very mildly disappointed because I thought that this would be the action epic of the set but then Dead Shot didn't put up much of a fight. He justs takes a knock to the chin and thats that. An extra minute to 30 seconds of a little punching and blocking would have done wonders for me. It might have moved Deadshot from my second favorite, behind Working Through Pain, to my number one.
Still got my fingers crossed, waiting for Judas Contract to get green-lit

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Have I got a story for you:
Pros: I liked the story. I liked the animation for the shadowy Batman and the ManBat-like Batman.
Cons: I despise those kids' voices. Terribly annoying. And I also did not like how Batman was drawn at the end.
Crossfire:
Pros: The shot of Batman walking through fire- amazing!!! Plus, it was interesting to hear how the two cops viewed Batman.
Cons: Can't think of any.
Field Test:
Pros: Great story. When I first saw the bullet-deflecting device, I thought, "That is definitely going to be a useful gadget. Why would anyone not keep it?" But there was a very satifying conclusion, with his line about his life being on the line.
Cons: The animation. Bruce looked like a teenager. Didn't like how Batman looked either, but still, the pros outweigh the cons.
In Darkness Dwells:
Pros: Scarecrow was great. The animation was beautiful. Liked the line "I work through pain" also being the title of the next episode. Also liked the small conversation between Batman and those people living underground.
Cons: Fight with Croc was way too short.
Working through pain:
Pros: Wow. A philosophical and thoughtful episode. I can never reject those kind of episodes.
Cons: Can't think of any.
Deadshot:
Pros: Great story. IMO, this episode has the best character designs.
Cons: Deadshot begged for his life?

Glad to hear your thoughts!
I'm just a bloody normal bloke. A normal bloke who likes a bit of torture.

Have I Got a Story
I like the concept and story of the segment. Each portraying Batman in a different point of view, a great in spirit not only to this Anthology but to Batman through the ages. Every artist after Kane has brought something great and unique to Batman's universe.
I don't like the art though, it's really ugly. The general cinematography is rather choppy and bouncy, (but there are some really cool POV shots) and the mix of live action handy-cam looking footage. I don't like when Anime's do that in general.
story: 8/10
art: 4/10
Crossfire:
Really nice Ink and Paint and color pallet but the general artwork is pretty mundane and makes me feel like they were trying to imitate American animation. But the story is really well done.
story: 10
art: 7/10
Field Test:
Being an anime Fan, I already have a heavy bias for the studio that did Field Test. Maybe not the greatest story wise of all of them, but the director knew this being the third act he let things go calm and easy. The art I love as it looks a little more like the traditional anime style more or less as well as the color pallet being so vibrant. Bruce yeah looks Bishie but heck if Christian Bale was an anime character, I think this would be it.
story: 7/10
art: 10
Working Through Pain:
From what I remember vaguely it was a really well done story.
10/10
Dead Shot:
Action packed and slambaning the best chapter of them!
Anime is Forever

Bump.
I'm just a bloody normal bloke. A normal bloke who likes a bit of torture.

Working Through Pain

• 10/10
  Is it really necessary to say anything about this? It is perfect in every way; so philosophical. It deals with all themes in life; change, journeys, belonging etc and shows a side of Bruce Wayne that I love. The flashbacks work so effectively and I get shivers every time I watch it.
  "Then why don't you leave?"
  "Because, this is where I belong. In your life, isn't there such a place?"
  Definitely the best line in the whole movie, in my opinion.

Deadshot

• 9/10
  Great story, action works effectively and the ending is amazing, shivers once again.
  "It was just like that night in the alley, Alfred. The closeness of the wallsthe gunfire."
  And I love how after that we see:
  "All my life, I've been trying to stop those two bullets; I'm living a child's dream. Sometimes, I think I should just be done with it."
  "Perhaps, Master Wayne. But something tells me you're doing it for a deeper purpose."
  (Batman looks out over Gotham, close-up of Bat-symbol in the night sky)

Field Test

• 8/10
  It was great to see Fox in this, I think the story flows well and the animation is amazing. Not much to say, but it is incredible and the true character of Batman is captured; especially in the line you mentioned:
  "I'm willing to put my life on the line to do what I have to. But it has to be mine, no one else's."

In Darkness Dwells

• 7.5/10
  What I like most about this segment is the absolutely gorgeous animation, particulary when Batman begins hallucinating due to Scarecrow's hallucinogen. The plot is also simple but strong and if I remember correctly, sets us up for
  Working Through Pain
  simply with the line:
  "I work through pain."

Have I Got a Story for You

• 7/10
  I'm very surprised at the amount of people that disliked this segment. I felt it was a great opening to see the way in which different child Gothamites invision Batman although it is palpable that none of them have previously seen him. Just a nice little skit, quite humorous at times which sets up a philosophical and intriguing film.

Crossfire

• 5/10
  This is the only segment in
  Batman: Gotham Knight
  that I dislike. There is no real plot, not much point in what is going on, non-sensical action, and although I agree Batman looks cool that just isn't enough for me. A very poorly done segment which would have been acceptable had it been related to the Burton/Schumacher franchise, however, since it is connecting two Nolan films it is atrocious.
  Overall, 8/10. An excellent film and a must-see for all fans of Nolan's two Batman films;
  Batman Begins
  and
  The Dark Knight
  .
  Introduce a little anarchy, upset the established order, and everything becomeschaos.