7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
No Matches Malone Episode!, Mar 23 2012
By Erik J. Hollender "erik4521" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Batman: The Brave and the Bold Season 2, Part 2 (DVD)
When I ordered this DVD, I checked online to make sure the unaired-in-America episode "The Mask of Matches Malone" was going to be included. There was even an interview stating that the episode would indeed be included. Its yet another "jerk the fans around" move by DC's Animation department - and it really stinks.
The episodes are good. No special features, though. (Well, nothing of worth, anyway.) These DVDs really could have used some commentary, especially since so many obscure characters appear in the show. I certainly would have liked to have heard some of the creators talk about the show. Although DC has never been "that" good with doing commentary -- Batman and Superman DVD sets usually only have 3 or 4 episodes with commentary. But this seems like an abdication, to simply not even try anymore. Who knows - maybe the DVDs are cheaper because of this.
There is one episode on the disk I wasn't expecting, because it aired as if it where the premiere of season 3. The episode where Superman fights Batman! There are so many wonderful references to Silver Age Superman wackiness - that you simply could not do in any other animated series.
There's also a silver lining, regarding the unaired Matches Malone episode. They now are saying it will be included on the Season 3 DVD set. Here's hoping they aren't lying again!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Batman: The Brave and The Bold Continues to Surprise, Mar 25 2012
By R. J Rey - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Batman: The Brave and the Bold Season 2, Part 2 (DVD)
Batman and his "hammers of justice" are back for more heroic action in Batman: The Brave and the Bold - Season Two, Part Two. Gotham City is Batman's (Diedrich Bader) home town, but he often goes beyond its city limits in his crusade to uphold justice. Though Batman relies on his cunning, resourcefulness and vast supply of gadget to save the day, he's not above of having a little superhero backup close when the Earth is threatened from such formidable foes like Starro and Darkseid. In this collection of 14 action-packed episodes, Batman teams up with Superman, the Flash, Booster Gold, Bwana Beast, Firestorm, Plastic Man, the Freedom Fighters, the Doom Patrol and the Marvel Family against evildoers from Earth and beyond. Based on the comic book series published by DC Comics, this light adaptation offers an amusing mix of old-school comic book action and refreshing humor. The 2-disc DVD set includes such standout episodes like the two-parter The Siege of Starro!, Requiem for a Scarlet Speedster!, Emperor Joker!, The Criss Cross Conspiracy!, The Knights of Tomorrow!, Darkseid Descending!, Battle of the Superheroes! and Bat-Mite Presents: Batman's Strangest Cases!.
If you enjoy Silver Age comics, then Batman: The Brave and the Bold - Season Two, Part Two is another fine addition to your DCAU superhero collection. All 14 episodes of the hit Cartoon Network series are presented in 1.78:1 widescreen format. Like the previous DVDs, both picture quality and 2.0 Dolby Digital Stereo are pretty solid. Except for the digital comic for Batman: The Brave and the Bold #15 and a few trailers, there are no supplemental material on this 2-disc set. Overall, Batman: The Brave and the Bold - Season Two, Part Two is a pretty simple but well recommended bargain purchase, and scores a "B-".
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bat-Family Rises, Mar 28 2012
By S. M Thiel "Old-Time Radio Fan" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Batman: The Brave and the Bold Season 2, Part 2 (DVD)
I love this set of episodes. WHY? More Bat-Family member either make their first appearance or a return appearance.
Batgirl(Barbara Gordon) is feature in a teaser helping Batman clipped the wings of
Killer Moth. Which is a shout out to her first appearance in the comics in which Batgirl saves Bruce Wayne from Killer Moth.
She also appears next with Nightwing in the Batwoman episode.
Batwoman. Not quite the original Kathy Kane-Batwoman from the late 50's/early 60's comic but this Batwoman wears the same custome but her real id is Katrina Moldoff.
Named after Batman artist Sheldon Moldoff who recently passed away.
Riddler is the main villian but The Spinner and Tiger Shark get their 15 seconds of fame.
Bat-Mite Returns and he accidently gives the Joker his powers. YIKES.
Bad news for Batman.
Harley Quinn makes her first appearance. Way different then her B:TAS appearance.
Ten-Eye Man also gets his 30 seconds of fame thanks to Bat-Mite.
Vicki Vale make her first appearance on the teaser for "The Battle of the Superheroes". Batman and Robin dress as mummies to fight King Tut.
In the main feature Superman takes center stage. Lots of great homages to the
Superman comics of the 60's.
Knights of Tomorrow is a special episode as we get a peek at a possible future for Batman. Bruce and Selina marry and have a son.
Bat-Mite Hosts a special episode that features Batman and Robin in different forms.
First up is a MAD parody Batboy and Rubin.
Bat-Manga is 2nd with Mr Bader voicing the villian, Lord Death Man.
Finally its another Batman-Scooby Doo crossover with a special appearance by Weird Al.
Another teaser I like was the Rainbow Batman vs Firefly and his Rainbow Creature.
Lots of FUN stuff.
All in All is a great set of episodes. Solid 'A'.
Beware you might shed a tear or two at the end of DOOM PATROL episode. <SNIFF>
But then you will laugh out loud what happens to Batman and Batwoman. HAHAHAHA