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Studio: Warner Home Video Release Date: 06/20/2006
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34 of 36 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
A good series that never quite flew,
This review is from: Superman - The Animated Series, Volumes 1-3 (DC Comics Classic Collection) (DVD)
Superman's most recent animated series could have been a great show, but it never quite made it. Part of the problem was an unfair comparison to the Batman series, which had just finished production (though it would be renewed briefly for the Superman/Batman hour). While Batman immediately had a sense of theme and mood--dark, gothic, and occasionally morbid--Superman suffered from being pushed into the daylight. It's easier to believe that criminals in a city of perpetual night would look and act like maniacs, but in sunny Metropolis it's often difficult to get beyond the silliness of the supervillains. The show's creators made a good decision by incorporating elements of Kirby's Fourth World (e.g., Darkseid's invasion of Earth) into the show, thereby placing Superman in a universe of super-powered beings even more larger-than-life than himself.
Unfortunately, the show did not last long enough to do a great job with the Fourth World, and it wasted too much time on trivial villains like Toyman, Parasite, Livewire and Bizarro. Meanwhile, promising villains like Brainiac (inventively rethought for the show), Metallo and two Kryptonian criminals showed up only rarely and might as well have been tossed altogether. After a fun beginning, where old and new characters were creatively introduced, the show tapered off into mediocrity, and ended with a handful of overly-preachy episodes that couldn't be saved, even by an excellent finale (once again utilizing the Fourth World). Still, the show has some glorious highlights. The episode "Mxzpixilated" is one of the funniest things ever to hit television, and is one of the few Mxyzptlk stories I enjoy. Brainiac recreated as Krypton's artificial intelligence was a stroke of genius, and provided a new context for his previous "shrunken cities" shtick. Lana Lang as a fashion designer was a great idea that wasn't used often enough, but when it was it worked (especially in "The Late Mr. Kent"). The concept of Supergirl as a native of Krypton's sister planet was also well done, and she was a great, cheery character. It's unfortunate that the show's creators never quite found the same groove that they found for Batman, but this series was still a valiant attempt at recreating the Superman mythos. Maybe the "Superman Curse" spreads into all attempts to tell Superman stories; very few of the shows and movies manage to do it well. Still, this is one of the best.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
You won't regret purchusing this terrific series!,
By Blindguy07 "Bob" (Arkansas, Conway, USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Superman - The Animated Series, Volumes 1-3 (DC Comics Classic Collection) (DVD)
If you've never seen Superman the animated series, and if you have the cash, this is the perfect way to enjoy it. Should you choose to purchus volumes I-III, you'll get all 54 episodes of this hit series.
What are you in for if you buy this set? Well, here are some highlights from each volume. In Volume I, we discover the origin story of Earth's greatest hero in an explosive three part pilot, The Last Son of Krypton. We also get our first look at Lex Luthor, who has spent years having his own way in Metropolis, and isn't happy to see this new savior show up. Superman also faces Brainiac for the first time, and this villain, I must tell you, has strong connections to Superman's past. The Flash also makes a guest appearance in Speed Demons, Superman's first superhero team up. We're also introduced to Lobo, a galactic bounty hunter who's bent on adding Superman to the collection of an alien preserver. Bonus features in this volume include a look at the conception of the series, as well as taking a closer look at some of Superman's fellow protagonists. Oh, and did I mension that we're also introduced to one of Superman's greatest foes, Darksied? Hang on because I'm not done boasting about this fantastic series yet. In volume II, Superman must face an insane, but well meaning clone of himself, Bizarro, who. And he must also team up with Dr. Fate to stop a powerful demon from transforming all of Metropolis into his slaves. Brainiac also makes a comeback. And Darksied's horrific son journeys to Earth in order to test Superman's metal. But the greatest highlight of Volume II is when the Dark Knight himself ventures to Metropolis. Batman and Superman meet for the first time, and must work together to stop Lex Luthor and the Joker who have also joined forces. An excelent three parter, and a nice taste of what's to come in terms of the Justice League. Bonus features in this volume include a look at the villains of Superman, and several audio commentaries. In the third and final volume of Superman, Cal El is in for the fight of his life because Darksied has finally decided to set his sights on Earth. Superman must draw on all of his strength in order to defeat his greatest adversary. But this time, Superman's victory comes with a terrible price. These events occur in Apocalypse Now, a very memorable two part episode. But Superman isn't alone in his struggles, for he discovers a surviver of Argo, sister planet to Krypton, and she decides to take up the mantle of Supergirl in another one of my favorite multipart episodes, Little Girl Lost. There are more Superhero team ups in this volume. Superman joins forces once again with Batman to stop Ra's Al Gul. And he must also team up with Aquaman in order to defeat Lex Luthor. And the series ends with a thrilling two part episode entitled Legacy in which Superman is manipulated and brainwashed into attacking Earth, the planet he has sworn to protect. And he must try to regain his reputation, as well as face off against Darksied and the forces of Apocalypse yet again. So if you have the money to spend, why not buy all three volumes of this wonderful series? This is and will always be my favorite incarnation of Superman. So if you choose to buy this set, enjoy!
19 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
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This review is from: Superman - The Animated Series, Volumes 1-3 (DC Comics Classic Collection) (DVD)
Superman - The Animated Series episodes:
1. SEASON Disc 1: The Last Son Of Krypton Part 1 The Last Son Of Krypton Part 2 The Last Son Of Krypton Part 3 Fun And Games A Little Piece Of Home Feeding Time Disc 2, Side A: The Way Of All Flesh Stolen Memories The Main Man Part 1 The Main Man Part 2 My Girl Tools Of The Trade Two's A Crowd The Prometheon Disc 2, Side B: Blasts From The Past Part 1 Blasts From The Past Part 2 Livewire Speed Demons 2. SEASON Disc 1: Identity Crisis Target Action Figures Mxyzpixilated Double Dose Solar Power Disc 2, Side A: Monkey Fun Brave New Metropolis Ghost in the Machine World's Finest: Part 1 World's Finest: Part 2 World's Finest: Part 3 Disc 2, Side B: Father's Day The Hand of Fate Bizarro's World Prototype The Late Mr. Kent Heavy Metal 3. SEASON Disc 1: Warrior Queen Apokolips...Now! Part 1 Apokolips...Now! Part 2 Little Girl Lost Part 1 Little Girl Lost Part 2 Where There's Smoke Disc 2, Side A: Knight Time New Kids in Town Obsession Little Big Head Man Absolute Power In Brightest Day Disc 2, Side B: Superman's Pal A Fish Story Unity The Demon Reborn Legacy Part 1 Legacy Part 2
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