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Superman/Batman Apocalypse (2-Disc Special Edition)

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A previous reviewer was disappointed by this film. The most likely reason why that reviewer enjoyed Superman/Batman Public Enemies more is because Superman/Batman Apocalypse isn't really about Superman or Batman.

This film is primarily a Supergirl origin tale. If for whatever reason you don't like female super heroes then this film isn't for you. The plot is basically Darkseid kidnapping and brainwashing Supergirl to use her against Superman. Batman and Wonder Woman are support characters for Superman and Supergirl respectively.

The title is very misleading and if you are expecting this to be Batman or Superman's best animated film then you will be disappointed. If you are interested in other DC characters like Supergirl and Wonder Woman then you will likely enjoy this release.

This movie is based on the Superman-Batman graphic novel entitled Supergirl. She story revolves around her, from her arrival on Earth and discovering her powers to trying to find her purpose, eventually leading to her taking up the S shield and Supergirl name. However, don't go thinking that because it is Supergirl that the movie isn't worth it. It is a very successful rebirth of the character. If you liked the character of Supergirl before, you will love her now. And if you didn't before, you will. It does remain a Superman-Batman movie, as they, along with Wonder Woman, guide her in her journey and try to save her from Darkseid's grasp. We also get to see an all new side of Superman, the one of the unreasonably overprotective cousin, no longer alone and finally having found a blood relative, having to deal with Batman's mistrust of the Kryptonian girl and Darkseid's interest in her. Add to that plenty of beautifully animated action sequences, a solid plot and excellent voice acting, lead by Sup and Bat veterans Tim Daly and Kevin Conroy with Summer Glau (Firefly) as Kara, and you have an absolutely must-own in your collection. Too bad for the title. They shouldn't have been scared to call it "Supergirl".
4 well deserved stars.

I thought the first Superman/Batman animated film was "OK". This follow up is worse. The plot is terrible. Why even make this film? Skip it.