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Good start, but then it gets ruined

A lot more amusing than I thought it would be.

Tells a fascinating and unsettling true story, and does so well, without pretending to have all the answers.

It's funny, it's tense, it features two great performances from two actors and the director expertly creates a web of odd tension where you actually don't know what is happening for the majority of the run time.

Having just defeated the Mutant Leader; and acquiring Carrie Kelley as the latest version of his sidekick Robin; Bruce Wayne/Batman learns that he now must contend with the inexorable return of his most infamous nemesis; the Joker. Meanwhile fervently hostile political relations between the USA and Soviet Russia, force the President of Western nation to exploit the formidable powers of Superman; who who's actions inextricably will lead to a stand-off between he and the Dark Knight; while Gotham City descends in to anarchy.Commencing with the second half, and with his presence being teasingly hinted at within the first; there is the inexorable inclusion of the once camply referred to; Clown prince of crime; The Joker who's vocals are brought to life by Michael Emerson of TV's; Lost and Person of Interest fame. His presence undeniably runs the risk of feeling contrived but this was Frank Miller's story were are talking about here and his figurative resurrection from a comatose state his beautifully realized. That first moment you hear his first few syllables which herald the beginning of the second act; you can't hep but feel goosebumps. His personal story with he being incarcerated in a mental facility for undisclosed period of time in a dormant state and his reemergence are masterfully executed. The incorporation of his therapist; the naively idealistic Dr. Bartholomew Wolper (an ever reliable Michael McKean) also adds something to the overarching narrative. My one reservation with Emerson's portrayal is while he vocally has a chilling resonance; the iconic laugh just lacks the high pitched maniacal oomph that Mark Hamill definitely rendered. Never the less; his return although brief but it's impact is no less worse for it and serves to shine a light on the jaded nature of Bruce Wayne's former idealism.Entering in to the fray; having the torch being passed to her by her successor James Gordon, is new Commissioner Ellen Yindel (Maria Cannais-Barrera) who represents a bold new generation of Gotham law enforcement. Steadfast in her convictions in regards to the law; she has a contradictory code of ethics to her predecessor who she never the less has a underlining respect for as he does for her. It would be easy to portray her as a partial villain of the piece, and while undoubtedly a thorn in Batman's side; her motives are anything if not pure.Finally there is the final stage of the film, which while his arc of the story plays out in parallel with the previous ongoing action; the slightly uneven and shaky relationship between Clarke Kent/Superman comes inevitably to ahead. Once a symbol of hope, he has become something of the antithesis of everything he is supposed to stand for as he has essentially become a weapon of the United Stated government, answering to; President Ronald Reagan (remember that the graphic novel was published back in 1986). Truth, Justice and the American way have become glorified buzzwords to enshroud politically dubious intentions. The ultimate battle of two ideological; who are diametrically opposed another layer to the depth and complexity of the overall narrative.As a closing chapter this as with it's opening is an appropriately dark and gritty conclusion to this animated adaptation which would have deserved a theatrical release. It is however, as I have hitherto affirmed is not in it's overall entirety, as neither was the graphic novel. With the superhero/comic-book genre a healthy amount of suspension of disbelief is required, although this in my personal view asks a tad too much in terms of Bruce Wayne's waning virility; while there could have been an in-depth struggle with his reconciling in enlisting a new youthful sidekick with the brutal death of Jason Todd. All in all this is fundamentally an absorbing and richly composite tale that although not officially canon; would make for supplementary addition to the Batman saga. It's vocal performances are for the most part exemplary and it's animation inspired, as it strikingly captures the dark, brooding aesthetic of Gotham City. In short; it's required viewing for any Batman aficionado

I was speechless after watching this. The movie was literally perfect. It really pushed the boundaries of how epic an animated movie can be.This is definitely the best Batman movie I've ever seen, and paired with part 1, one of the best movies I've ever seen. This movie understands that Batman is not for kids, and keeps a Dark tone throughout. Even with it being animated it treats the image like a professional movie's cinematography. It's just amazing.As far as the voice cast, I would have preferred Kevin Conroy for Batman, but Peter Weller (aka RoboCop) actually does a really good job. Michael Emerson as the Joker was interesting, out of the norm, but i liked it (Even Mark Hamill liked it) I cannot express in words however, how amazing David Selby was as Commissioner Gordon.The soundtrack still gives me chill bumps when I listen to it, kudos to Christopher Drake.The plot, was epic, nothing cliché, nothing too weird. It did however have some weird, awkward moments, that set it apart from part 1. The appearance of the Joker and Superman in this make it very noteworthy. Not going to spoil anything but let's just say, this was Batman v Superman as it should have been.This movie is just perfect. Watch both parts. It is a must see for anyone.

It's not very often that I'm stunned to silence, but it happened here. If you liked "Part 1", you will adore "Part 2". More action, more brutality, more respect for the title character, more everything. How did they get this to 75 minutes? It felt like watching a 3 hour movie! I was on the edge of my seat the entire time! From Joker going on a psychotic killing spree, to Bruce having the ultimate showdown with "The Government's Errand Boy", this movie is Grade A awesome. If you are even a molecule of a Batman fan, you owe it to yourself to see this. This could easily be a replacement for almost any AAA superhero action movie today, in fact, I think I'd prefer this to movies like "The Dark Knight Rises" and "Batman vs Superman".

I just watched both parts and there are a lot of thing that bothered me.Millions of bullets and all are flying past their target. Hello to the clone troopers from Star Wars.Batman's costume does not protect him from bullets or from knives or from bites or from hits. With the same success he could run around in a t'shirt.Some minors spoilers below.The girl learned to fight and jump 3 meters high as soon as she put Robin's costume.What does the police do all the time? They hunt for Batman while in the near there are villains who are killing hundreds of innocent civilians. Also the police screams "stop" and opens fire in the same time.Two-Face and Joker were released because they promised to be good from now on? ARE YOU KIDDING ME?