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This is a solid new entry into the DC animated universe. There is so much good stuff in this animated movie that I had to rewatch it twice before writing this review to make sure I wasn't just overly excited about seeing Jon Kent and Damian Wayne teamed up like they are in the comics this is based on. As a fan of that comic series I was very amped for this movie, and I think overall they did a very fine job of bringing the fun and adventure of those comics to the TV. Damian is exactly like he in the comics, even down to crazy hair style. Jon is the bright optimist like his father, and he is the perfect foil for the cocky Damian. Unfortunately, the movie does Jon a huge disservice by shoving what is essentially 12 comics into 15 minutes; so, Jon gets powers, finds out his dad is Superman, and he is half alien all before we get to Gotham. It's rushed to say the least, and that is my one big complaint. Still, there is sooo much to like that even that major quibble is overlooked. Like the comics, Battle of the Super Sons is fun, and because it's fun it includes a lot of "fun" things from Superman lore, like his giant FOS key (lol), Krypto, and lots of Smallville. The animation style even has a bit of a retro feel during some sequences and that works in the movie's favor because it's a fun, adventurous movie. Also, my hats off to the writing team because there are some very funny one liners that make this humorous and entertaining. AND...they gave my favorite ace reporter, Lois Lane, something to do. Heck! I would say this is one of the best Lois Lane portrayals in a long, long time. I love her as a character and when she is done right, my Superman fan-girl screams with delight! Overall, everything about Battle of the Super Sons is solid, from the animation, to the story, the voice acting, and just great characterization for JK and DW.
10/10 Highly recommended.
This is a solid new entry into the DC animated universe. There is so much good stuff in this animated movie that I had to rewatch it twice before writing this review to make sure I wasn't just overly excited about seeing Jon Kent and Damian Wayne teamed up like they are in the comics this is based on. As a fan of that comic series I was very amped for this movie, and I think overall they did a very fine job of bringing the fun and adventure of those comics to the TV. Damian is exactly like he in the comics, even down to crazy hair style. Jon is the bright optimist like his father, and he is the perfect foil for the cocky Damian. Unfortunately, the movie does Jon a huge disservice by shoving what is essentially 12 comics into 15 minutes; so, Jon gets powers, finds out his dad is Superman, and he is half alien all before we get to Gotham. It's rushed to say the least, and that is my one big complaint. Still, there is sooo much to like that even that major quibble is overlooked. Like the comics, Battle of the Super Sons is fun, and because it's fun it includes a lot of "fun" things from Superman lore, like his giant FOS key (lol), Krypto, and lots of Smallville. The animation style even has a bit of a retro feel during some sequences and that works in the movie's favor because it's a fun, adventurous movie. Also, my hats off to the writing team because there are some very funny one liners that make this humorous and entertaining. AND...they gave my favorite ace reporter, Lois Lane, something to do. Heck! I would say this is one of the best Lois Lane portrayals in a long, long time. I love her as a character and when she is done right, my Superman fan-girl screams with delight! Overall, everything about Battle of the Super Sons is solid, from the animation, to the story, the voice acting, and just great characterization for JK and DW.
10/10 Highly recommended.