On the heels of the DC Comic cartoons that graced television screens during the nineties, we are given the Justice League. I recently purchased the first season for my husband as a Christmas present. The show currently reruns on the Boomerang network, one of the many channels not included in our satellite subscription. We spent approximately one week watching all of the episodes as a family (my daughter is 6). The animation is pretty good, but it's the storylines that draw you in...many of them two and three-parters. Included in the series is Batman (intersestingly, the leader of the bunch and the only hero without super powers), Superman, Wonder Woman, Jon, Green Lantern, Hawkgirl and the Flash. Many of the aspects of the characters from the original comic books have been changed, but nothing is lost. You will find your self hurrying onto the next episode, just to see if you find out more about your favorite hero. With this series and their characters, there aren't so many heroes or villains to make things confusing. I suppose if all the DC supers were involved, you'd never get to a point where you cared about the characters. Caring about a cartoon character in and of itself is quite remarkable. I didn't rate this series excellent only because the animation can be a bit blocky and I prefer a more fluid style. I think the action sequences and so forth could have shown amazing force and dimension, otherwise.Read full review
I bought this DVD because I am a big fan of the Superfriends cartoons from back in the 70s and 80s. I thought it would be interesting to see the different spin on the charaters now. This season does have some good episodes such as one where the heroes travel back to and help save the Allies during World War Two and the Episode where the the Justice League Meets the Justice Guild. However, there are a few things I do not care for. For instance, I am a big fan of Green Lantern, but I prefer Hal Jordan as opposed to John Stuart. Addditionally, a flagrant error is how the producers chose to portray Superman. They have stripped him so much down from the character he used to be that a good hit could kill him instead of just Green K. Superman is supposed to be strong enough that nothing can harm him except Kryptonite or possibly magic. I also do nto particularly care for the fact that Superman does not seem to have as commanding of a voice as he used to. Danny Dark was the voice in the Superfriends and I like that he had a commanding deep voice, but it was not domineering. The voice of Superman now just seems to lack that certain umph that Superman used to have. All in all, it was ok for those who are not biased by the old shows.Read full review
I decided to purchase this boxset because I've been a fan of the show for a very long time. When I finally recieved it, I loved the cover, it was very vibrant. The content within was excellent, very clear pictures. The special features were very good, especially the interview/documentary. It's very complete as opposed to other boxsets I've purchased recenty. It doesn't compare to the quality the JLA: season 1 boxset offers. This is a great buy for anyone who follows and likes the series as much as I do.
The Justice League TV series (in both its original and "Unlimited" iterations) is one of those rare adaptations that outperforms its source material. By concentrating equally on what makes the League an interesting concept and on the unique personalities of the individual members, this show has all the majesty, adventure, whimsy, imagination, drama, and humor that you could possibly ask for in escapist entertainment. A joy for kids and adults alike, the Justice League/Justice League Unlimited series was, during its four seasons, consistently better than the material being put out by DC Comics at the time. Equal parts Silver Age science fiction and modern superhero fare, Justice League offers a potent distillation of everything fun and inspirational about superhero comic books, components often woefully lacking from the lion's share of the comics that readers can find on shelves today. The only real flaw in these DVD releases is that the special features on these seasons, while not exactly skimpy, are far from expansive. When buying the Justice League/Justice League Unlimited DVDs, understand that the main attraction is the series itself, and don't expect much in the way of extras other than commentary on a few select episodes and a brief featurette or two.Read full review
I have followed Bruce Timm and the other masterminds behind "Batman":the animted series, and "Superman":the animated series, since 1992 when Batman first aired. And "Justice League" season one is up there with there best work. Though "Superman":the animated series happens to be my favorite. This 4-disc DVD box set is just phenomenal. I enjoyed seeing SUPERMAN contribute and match his powers with the other members of the league. My favorite episodes are the three parts of: "The Savage Time"(the series consists of two parters) these three were alot of fun because it actually took you back to World WarII. Contrary to most opinion I actually liked Justice League season one better than season two, it was just more astounding to me. BUY IT!!!
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