DVD : Superman - The Animated Series, Volume One (DC Comics Classic Collection)

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Rating:

- Alright for children.
I read rave reviews on other websites about this series. I found it to be extremely childish (of course) and the animation is a little stiff. If you have young children who love Superman this is a good choice. If not, stick to the live action films.

Rating:

- Item is great, a little rough though.
The video is great, no problems there. But the amazon seller said it was like new. The case was very worn and had a sticker on it that looked like a kid had put on it. Luckily this is for my little boy to watch and not for a collection or anything or I would have been disappointed.

Rating:

- Perhaps it was my fault
but I only read Superman (my very favorite superhero) and Warner Brothers (come on, they did Bugs Bunny and the Roadrunner) so I jumped and bought not only the first volume but all three of them.

I am disappointed.

DVD Technical quality is very good and the stories are interesting but I cannoy see why Americans ( who practically invented the comic and animated cartoon genres) have to resort to this Japanese drawing style.

In my opinion it is just ugly, do not communicate that American way of life Superman is all about and I just feel uneasy while watching the DVD. This marketing obsession about up-dating classics like Superman takes more out that it puts in.

In short, I did not like this DVD's and will pay a lot more of attention next time I think in buying American icons made outside America. If I had wanted Japanese animation i'd have bought Mazinger adventures.

Rating:

- Perfect for little superman
I got this item for my son who loves Superman. He will actually sit down and watch the whole season. It is amazing.

Rating:

- Great fun for all ages.
This cartoon was a favorite of mine. When it came on for the first time, I knew I was going to be hooked.

As you have probably guessed, this particular show heavily makes use of the Bruce Timm animation style which made Batman look so darn good. Obviously this show is a lot brighter and overall lighter in spirit and is definately more child friendly, but the writing and production value is every bit as high.

The episodes are smartly written and well animated. The voice actors are absolutely perfect for their characters. Brad Garret even makes a cameo as Lobo (who is awesome) and, surprisingly enough, is actually quite well suited for the role.

If you do not love this (not likely, it's a great show), the children in your family will. It's smart enough for an adult, but light enough for a child. A well balanced show, and a great addition to your collection.

-Matt

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