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Batman is arguably the most popular superhero in the world. The DC comic book character has appeared in countless adaptations over the years ranging from film, television, and video games. In the past decade alone, the character has been played and voiced by several actors. But, fans and critics will point towards one adaptation as the most definitive version of the caped crusader - Kevin Conroy's 1993 version of the Dark Knight in the animated film, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. The film is part of the critically acclaimed animated universe created by Bruce Timm, popularly called the Timmverse. It was also the first Warner Bros DC animated film to get a theatrical release. It features an original story with a few plot lines taken from the Batman: Year One and Batman: Year Two graphic novels. It is set in two time periods. One is set in the early days of Bruce Wayne donning the cape and cowl as an inexperienced Batman, where he is engaged to marry Andrea Beaumont. The second timeline features Batman at the peak of his powers, investigating a new villain named Phantasm, years after Andrea broke off their engagement. The narrative is a psychological thriller in a noir-detective setting, which also explores Batman's mental makeup after suffering several tragedies in his life. The film was lauded for its writing, animation style, music, and performances by its iconic voice cast, which featured Conroy as Batman and Mark Hamil as the Joker. Writer Paul Dini was also praised for how various themes such as trauma, revenge, and death were explored in the film.While Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight is revered as the greatest comic book adaptation of all time, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm is the most authentic take on Bruce Wayne/Batman. Watch this hidden gem exclusively on Hungama.Well,that's the end of today's OTTplay Lost and Found podcast. I shall be back again with a new episode until then it's your host Nikhil signing off.
As discussed on last week's episode, the Good Brothers are trying out a different kind of review this week, as they change things up from the standard episode/scorecard format to highlight a single character in the DCAU. With this month being all Batman Beyond episodes, the fellas thought it would be poignant to talk about arguably, the Future Knight's greatest adversary Derek Powers aka Blight. Hear the hosts discuss his entire DCAU story arc from beginning to end, the dual-natured threat of both of Derek Powers' personas, and his place in both Batman Beyond and the DCAU's history. Plus his greatest moments on screen, his appearances in DCAU tie-in material and main DC Continuity as well as a look back at his lackluster representation in action figure form. Plus a discussion of Sherman Howard's unforgettable performance that brought Blight to life, Blight's memorable music moments and more in depth discussion. All of this, a preview of next month's reviews and much more await you on this week's all new DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review!
Things get a little too 2020 in this fictional world of Gotham as a terrorist organization threatens to spread a highly contagious virus across the world in this week's review of the Batman Beyond episode "Plague." Hear the Good Brothers talk the return of The Stalker in his final non-cameo appearance in the DCAU but this time as an ally of the Dark Knight searching for False Face, a villain with origins that date back to the Bill Finger days of Batman. Hear the hosts talk about their thoughts on very unique and powerful music, the head cannon that ties in Roland Daggett, Carl Lumbly being great at voice acting (shocker) and contractually obligated talk about The Tick animated series. Plus an exciting announcement regarding next week's episode and much more on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 9/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 7/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 33/40 – Liam: 32/40
Continuing with the month of August, the Good Brothers proceed with their Batman Beyond reviews, this week being the final hurdle between excuses as to why they haven't reviewed The Zeta Project yet with his introduction in the aptly titled episode "Zeta." Hear the hosts talk why they have a hard time relating or feeling any emotion for a robot with the head that looks like the True Religion logo, and how this robot differs from other more sympathetic examples of cartoon robots. The hosts also discuss a few visual gaffes and shortcuts, where TV shows The Fugitive and The Incredible Hulk's influences are revealed and which character Liam thinks should have joined Zeta on his spinoff show. Plus speculation as to why Zeta's look changes from this appearance to his own show, Cree Summer's heavy lifting in voice acting and some DCAU Review head canon for who Agent Bennet's grandfather may have been. All of this and more, plus a preview for next week's episode, on this edition of the DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 5/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 23/40 – Liam: 25/40
Cal and Liam are back with another review of Batman The Adventures Continue this week it's the Batgirl/Huntress centric issue number 3 entitled "The Hunter of The Hunted." Hear the Good Brothers discuss a plot that veers away from the standard Batman storyline and spends some time with Batgirl, The Huntress and the return of The Jazzman! Along the way, continuity takes a bit of a backseat and the hosts discuss their opinion of the importance of timelines when it comes to enjoying this comic. Wrapping up the episode, the hosts have some speculation on some of the reasons on why the artwork isn't quite the norm and the transition between the heroic Ty Templeton to the veteran Rick Burchett on pencils and inks, more beautiful colors from the BFF of the show and a stunning cover by Stephanie Pepper! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review!
Welcome to August and a trip back to the future streets of Gotham City as Cal and Liam return to reviewing Batman Beyond for the month and kick things off with the classic episode "The Eggbaby." As an Emmy Award-winning episode, the Good Brothers talk about the level of expectation set for the episode and whether it meets it, why the tone of the episode works, despite being a departure for the norm and why the episode tends to split fans when it comes to liking or disliking it. Also the hosts discuss some of the inspiration for Ma Mayhem as a foil for Terry, visual homages to Ghostbusters and a certain Steve Ditko character with a propensity for conspiracy theories. Additionally, they talk a voice performance from a 90s/00s TV icon, a return to Will Friedle's roots of sitcom acting, and a brand new introduction from the Future Dark Knight as well await you on this week's DCAU Review! Click below to see this week's entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 8/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 9/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 32/40 – Liam: 31/40
The next issue of Justice League Infinity, the comic follow-up to Justice League Unlimited is here and the Good Brothers have their review. Hear the breakdown of the comic plot involving a trio of storylines featuring Superman, Overman and Martian Manhunter and some of the unique and beautiful artwork and the effective use of splash pages throughout the comic. Plus hear why Cal and Liam appreciate the quintessential Superman moment in this issue and why they both feel it accurately reflects his true nature. Plus, more speculation on where the hosts see this story going in the next few issues on this review of "The Crack'd Mirror" Part II! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review!
A fifth Saturday in the month means a trip around the Multiverse as the Good Brothers review an episode from the very popular Young Justice series, titled "Schooled." Hear the hosts discuss a plot that sees a more comic-faithful version of the android Amazo and why Superman playing the role of a deadbeat Dad just feels...alien. Stunning visuals abound with alternate motorcycle costumes for the heroes, a gang of robotic M.O.N.Q.I.s, car chases, crumbling bridge rescues and fights on a moving trains. Plus hear the hosts discuss a shift in how music was used for this series vs the DCAU, voice actors that may add to the general dislike for certain characters and why Robin shouldn't quit his day job to pursue a career in Seinfeld-esque observational standup comedy. Plus the hosts give a preview of which series they'll be covering for the month of August and much more on episode 169 of the DCAU Review! Click below to see this week's entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 9/10 Music: Cal: 5/10 – Liam: 5/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 27/40 – Liam: 26/40
With just two weeks left in the month of July the Good Brothers soldier on through their continued reviews of Superman: The Animated Series with this week's review of "Warrior Queen." Hear the hosts discuss the comic origins of Maxima, the episode's confusing lead that's played as a redemptive anti-hero in theory, but felt like a bit of a let down to the hosts as they dissect the plot. Also hear visuals discussed featuring several nods to galaxies far, far away and other places that no man has gone before, music that resounds of the Roman coliseum and a small voice cast but one that features plenty of guests albeit not without a few notable DCAU voice veterans. After the review stay tuned for a preview for next week's Elseworlds review and plenty more on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 5/10 – Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 26/40 – Liam: 26/40
Two kids, an active volcano and Metallo...what could go wrong? The Good Brothers are rolling through the month of July with another review of Superman: The Animated Series and this week they're reviewing "Action Figures." The hosts talk about the return of the Metallo theme and how it so perfectly melds into the rest of the soundtrack, a well known 80s movie legend making another small voice cameo in the DCAU, and another special suit for Superman to use to sell toys....er defeat evil! Also hear another nominee for Worst Dad in DCAU History™, a discussion on the relevance of this episode and whether it's a must-watch or not and a preview of next week's episode all on this week's all new DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 6/10 Music: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 8/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 9/10 – Liam:8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 33/40 – Liam: 27/40
It's been a busy week here at the DCAU Review but we're not stopping as we bring you our third episode of the week, this one is standard fare however, discussing the Superman: The Animated Series episode "The Prometheon." The Good Brothers discuss an episode that's light on dialogue and action and with a plot that compares to classic monster films. Hear discussions on some not-so subtle commentary on why certain people fear "aliens", a soundtrack that was tasked with carrying a larger-than-normal load, and why a lack of dialogue in this episode was necessary. Plus, some visual nods and homages to several of "The King" Jack Kirby's pieces including a famous Marvel Comics cover and more on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 9/10 Music: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 10/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 – Liam:5/10 Bonus Point: Cal +1 (FF Number 1 Homage) Final Tally: Cal: 32/40 – Liam: 29/40
If you haven't gotten enough DCAU Review content yet this week, well you're in luck because not only are the Good Brothers releasing a standard episode this week, they've released a pair of Bonus Episodes as well! This second bonus episode is the recap and review of issue number two of Batman The Adventures Continue: Season Two which features part two of the introduction of the Court of Owls to the DCAU. Hear the hosts discuss their thoughts on the story of the issue, whether the storyline's quick resolution feels a little unsatisfying, and lots of talk on whether we've seen the last of the Court's surprise leader. Plus a breakdown of the always gorgeous artwork from Ty Templeton and Monica Kubina and much more on this bonus episode of the DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review!
After several months of anticipation, the most exciting week in the DCAU community in recent memory is here and the Good Brothers have plenty of content to act as a companion for two new DCAU tie-in comics. This episode kicks off monthly reviews of Justice League Infinity, which pairs JLU writer and J.M DeMatteis with DCAU Legend, Director/Writer/Producer/Storyboard Artist James Tucker as writers for the comic with art from Ethen Beavers and Nick Filardi and picks up right after season 3 of Justice League Unlimited. This episode the hosts discuss their joy of being back in this part of the DCAU, what they loved and didn't love from this offering and where they hope to see this series go over the next 5 issues. Plus lots of artwork talk and a preview of additional content dropping this week on the pod feed on this special Bonus Episode of the DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review!
The temperatures are soaring and so is the Man of Steel as the Good Brothers return to Metropolis for the month of July with more reviews of Superman: The Animated Series. Their first critique this month is of the episode "Two's A Crowd" which features the second appearance of Rudy Jones aka The Parasite on the show. Join the hosts as they discuss a plot that sees several plot points lifted from classic thrillers including a few nods to Dr. Hannibal Lecter and a continued theme of horror elements involving the Parasite. Hear also about a joke that may have slipped by the censors involving Rudy's demands for help, Superman's water suit that may have been designed specifically to sell action figures, musical notes that rely heavily on the triumphant Shirley Walker Superman theme and some excellent voice acting from an actor best known from that other comic book universe. Plus some fun speculation on why S.T.A.R. Labs' books should've been audited and more Emil Hamilton hate all on this week's all new DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 8/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 – Liam:9/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 29/40 – Liam: 32/40
The Good Brothers are wrapping up the month of June and their latest stay in Dakota with a monumental crossover episode of Static Shock that not only features the Man of Steel but also provides a direct sequel to an episode of Superman: The Animated Series with this week's episode entitled "Toys In The Hood." The hosts discuss the oddity of this being one of two episodes of Static not featured on the HBO Max streaming service, the difference in plot choices between this and prior crossover episodes, Toyman's "Insane Clown Posse" and an unnerving character design choice for the Last Son of Krypton. They also discuss one voice actor pulling double duty, a quizzical choice for Superman's theme music and the choice to Deus Ex Machina Static's powers to fit the need to have him be the episode's ultimate hero. All of this, a preview of next week's episode and much more await you on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 4/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 9/10 – Liam:8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 29/40 – Liam: 29/40
Despite some slight audio issues with the recording, the Good Brothers are back for their third week of Static Shock reviews, with this week's discussion of the Season One episode "Tantrum." The hosts discuss a plot that deals heavily with Virgil coping with the feelings that come from losing a loved one and how running away from those feelings can often times cause long term mental health effects. Tied into the plot however as the hosts discuss, is a rather outdated stereotype that leaves the plot feeling a bit empty. Also discussed is why so many of Static's rogues use purple in their color palette, how the music feels straight out of 1996 Pixar at times and a show case of why Phil Lamarr is one of the best voice actors to ever step in front of a live microphone. All of this and a sneak preview for next week's much anticipated/demanded review to wrap up June and much more on this episode of the DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 6/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 28/40 – Liam: 28/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
The month of June continues with another review of Static Shock by the Good Brothers, this week reviewing the follow up to the Rubberband Man's origin tale "Bent Out of Shape." Hear the hosts discuss an episode that was animated by a pair of production studios leading to some lackluster visuals, more music with an absence of lyrics and the introduction of a pair of characters that are neither villain nor hero. Plus, Cal and Liam talk an absence of deeper meaning in the plot and how they might have written it differently, a voice actor that plays multiple roles and much more on this week's all new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page See Cal & Liam's entire scorecard for this week's episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 5/10 – Liam: 4/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 5/10 – Liam: 5/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 2/10 – Liam: 4/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 19/40 – Liam: 18/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
We've been waiting nearly 6 months for this day, but it's finally here as Batman The Adventures Continue: Season Two arrives on digital platforms and in comic book stores. Hear the Good Brothers' discuss the plot that introduces the Court of Owls to the DCAU and features murders, potential nods to tie-in comics Batman & Robin Adventures and Batman: Gotham Adventures, Justice League Unlimited character models and speculation on just who is going to be behind the Court. Plus in depth looks at the gorgeous artwork from Ty Templeton and BFF of the show Monica Kubina, and a look at how the hosts would like to see the story play out over the eight issues. Plus an exciting announcement about additional bonus episodes coming soon and much more are waiting for you! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review!
The Good Brothers are back and they're feeling electric to start the month of June as they return to covering more of Static Shock for its' entirety. The boys kick off the month with a Double Feature as they review both "The New Kid" and "Junior" which are episodes that delve a little more into the overarching baddie Edwin Alva's nefarious schemes in season one of the show. Both episodes surprise the hosts with plots dealing with insecurities and parental relationships, music that takes a back seat for better or worse, comically mean dad dialogue and voice casts that include one DCAU veteran, another recognizable voice, and one very obvious Michael Douglas impression. All of this and much more on this week's all-new DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and check out our Instagram page See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s episode by clicking below: The New Kid Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 9/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 33/40 – Liam: 23/40 Junior Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 9/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 9/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 29/40 – Liam: 31/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
On the next Discuss This League... From the creators of the DCAU Review, a new feature is birthed where you'll get to hear various content creators debate various topics in a fun roundtable format! Volume 2 of the Discuss This League features your hosts Cal & Liam interviewing a panel featuring Dave & Liv from the Pizza & Parsecs podcast alongside the DCAU YouTube Channel Watchtower Database/Podtower's own James talking Justice League: The Snyder Cut. Topics discussed include the Snyder Cut as a companion to the Whedon Cut, the toxic nature of fan-driven campaigns, what our panel liked better in either version and all the hosts talk about what fan-campaign they would launch to bring their dream content to fruition! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from some of these featured creators! And join the discussion and offer your own thoughts on Twitter with @DCAUReview, @PizzaAndParsecs @DCAUWatchtower - -- Theme: The Ice Giants by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5745-the-ice-giants License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
It's the final curtain on the Month of Magic at the DCAU Review and the Good Brothers are taking a trip around the Animated Multiverse and stopping in the DCAMU for an Elseworlds tale from the Tuckerverse. The hosts sit down to discuss the feature-length fil Justice League Dark to wrap up Magic May and talk everything from Matt Ryan's John Constantine and Alfred Molina's Destiny, to some truly horrifying visuals in the form of demonic babies. Plus, hear about visuals that draw comparisons to a Marvel mystic's powers, chemistry between Constantine and Zatanna, Etrigan speaking in rhyme and which character seemed to be a superfluous throw in to pad run time. Plus the return of the Hammered Dulcimer with a side of dubstep and a preview of the show the fellas will be covering next month on this week's all new DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 8/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 9/10 – Liam:8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 32/40 – Liam: 31/40
Bonus episode 17 is here and the Good Brothers are talking all about the new Batman Animated Series in development for HBO Max from producers Bruce Timm, J.J. Abrams and Matt Reeves! Plus talk about the new Superman Animated project and the future of DC Animation!
The DCAU Review "Magic May" continues with the sequel to last week's Solomon Grundy/Hawkgirl episode, with the Justice League Unlimited episode "Wake The Dead." Hear the Good Brothers discuss the next chapter in the #HawkLantern romance with a dash of #GLixen discussion thrown in. The hosts give their thoughts on "what might have been" if the writers had been able to bring back a Batman The Animated Series villain to resurrect Grundy. how the late, great Dwayne McDuffie once again brought a relatable sense to the larger than life heroes, Aquaman's theme makes a rocked up return, and storytelling via some more subtle visuals. Plus a myriad of visual nods to other comic book universes, brutal violence and how this episode might connect to the upcoming Justice League Infinity comic book series. All of this and a preview of next week's Elseworlds review on this week's brand new episode! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 9/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 9/10 – Liam:8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 32/40 – Liam: 31/40
Week 3 of the "Month of Magic" continues as Cal & Liam highlight mystical characters featured in the DCAU, this week heading backwards on the timeline to the Justice League episodes "The Terror Beyond Parts I & II." The Good Brothers discuss a plot that sees several heroes doing battle with one another, the return of Doctor Fate and a heavily featured Solomon Grundy. Hear the hosts discuss the differences in tone between the two parts, strong visuals with nods to Marvel characters, 80s Sci Fi, H.P. Lovecraft and even West Coast Skateboarding culture. Plus, music from the Dynamic Music Partners, another all-star performance from Mark Hamill alongside an interesting cast for the main baddie and a preview of next week's magical episode that acts as a direct sequel. This and much more await you on this week's all-new DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 9/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 10/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 10/10 Bonus Point: Liam +1 (The Defenders homage) Final Tally: Cal: 36/40 – Liam: 38/40
The month of Magic continues as the Good Brothers continue their trip highlighting some of the DCAU's mystical all-stars, and this week is sure to go down as one of the most controversial DCAU Review episodes to date as they cover the Justice League Unlimited episode "This Little Piggy." Whether you love or hate this episode, there's no denying this is a Paul Dini written episode, featuring his humor on full display and the hosts discuss that heavily in the plot discussion, including the rare strong disagreement about the execution of the plot that sees Wonder Woman transformed into a pig by the villainous Circe! Additionally the hosts discuss the visuals including Wonder Pig's classic bracelet deflection technique, lions, tigers and black panthers (not that one) and the updated look for Zatanna. Music takes center stage (pun intended) this week as we not only have guest hero themes, but not one, but TWO musical numbers from our characters and voice performances that combine great acting along with Broadway and stage experience, culminating in those musical performances. Strap yourselves in because this is shaping up to be the most controversial DCAU Review episode yet! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 4/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 9/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 38/40 – Liam: 28/40
Everything's magic during "Magic May" here at the DCAU Review, as Cal and Liam kick off their month celebrating the mystical-side of the DCAU with the Superman The Animated Series episode entitled "The Hand of Fate." Hear the Good Brothers discuss what one would think is the introduction to the Dr. Fate character in the DCAU, but isn't quite what it seems as they discuss in a very confusing plot. Hear a breakdown of the visuals of the dark creatures from the underworld, storyboarded by DCAU legend James Tucker. Also the hosts discuss a soundtrack that wasn't quite given proper time to shine due to the plot and a large voice cast that includes a discussion on which Dr. Fate casting the hosts prefer. Plus a thorough discussion on the sound engineering, more Star Trek spoilers and a preview for next week’s exciting continuation of the month of magic, all on this week's all-new DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 3/10 – Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 10/10 Music: Cal: 5/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 NEGATIVE Bonus Point: Cal -1 (Sound engineering) Final Tally: Cal: 21/40 – Liam: 27/40
The Good Brothers are wrapping up the month of April with one more review from Batman: The Animated Series with this week's discussion of "Zatanna." This episode has the designation of being the first indication of there being a larger superhero presence outside of the Dark Knight and the hosts discuss the decision to make Zatanna a performer rather than a crime-fighting sorceress. They also discuss some hilarious head canon about the true identity of Dr. Montague Kane, whether Batman kills two thugs, and the GCPD's snap response to send Zatanna to jail. Plus call backs to discussions about Michael York's prior DCAU work, sepia-toned flashbacks and more of Paul Dini's humor. All of this and the exciting reveal of next month's reviews and much more on this week's DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 27/40 – Liam: 27/40
The doctor is definitely in this week as Cal and Liam continue reviewing Batman: The Animated Series episodes all month, and this week's episode "Paging The Crime Doctor" is another story-driven episode that doesn't need to focus on the colorful Batman Rogues Gallery to tell a compelling tale. Hear the Good Brothers discuss a plot that centers around a pair of not-so-good brothers and more backstory for some of Batman's closest supporting characters. Cal and Liam speculate on Dr. Leslie Thompkins past involvement with Thomas Wayne, a soundtrack that carries the episode with an amazingly poignant callback to one of the first BTAS episodes! Plus hear a discussion on the nuances of Kevin Conroy's Bruce Wayne voice, some unique #CapeMovement and another scene that made one of the hosts throw his fist in the air in celebration. Plus a preview of next week's monumental episode in the DCAU and much more on this week's DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 9/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 10/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 9/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 35/40 – Liam: 36/40
Continuing with another review of a classic Batman: The Animated Series cartoon, the Good Brothers continue in the second episode of the Clayface saga, titled "Mudslide." The hosts talk a plot that has its ups and downs including an odd twist that ends up making Batman out to be a villain in the same vein as Ferris Boyle. Visuals steal the show however as a relatively unknown animation studio incorporates some elements of horror and old Hollywood lore to create an outstanding treat for the eyes. Cal and Liam also discuss another masterful score from the legendary Shirley Walker and a small but powerful voice cast that leans heavily on Batman and Alfred working on the main investigation and yet another great episode title card. All of this and a preview of next week's episode await you on this week's DCAU Review Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 9/10 Music: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 10/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 8/10 Bonus Point: Cal +1 (Title Card) Final Tally: Cal: 37/40 – Liam: 33/40
It's not an April Fool's joke, the month of April is here and that means the Good Brothers are on to another month of reviews, this time returning to Batman: The Animated Series picking up where they last left off with the production order and the episode "The Man Who Killed Batman." Liam and Cal discuss this episode that usually ranks high on most people's lists of top BTAS episodes of all time. Hear them discuss a plot out of the zany, dark-humored mind of Paul Dini with directing and partial storyboards by Bruce Timm that has almost no Batman screen time, another legendary voice performance by Mark Hamill that includes his favorite monologue of the series, and a scene that made one of the hosts jump out of their seat with excitement. Plus an organ-heavy soundtrack from Shirley Walker and a great story about Arleen Sorkin's kazoo performance! All of this, a preview of next week's episode, and an update on the fan poll for inducting an episode into the Top Picks section on this week's all-new DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 9/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 10/10 Bonus Point: Liam +1 (Title Card) Final Tally: Cal: 36/40 – Liam: 35/40
After a pitstop for last week's 150th episode, The Good Brothers return to wrap up the month of Match with another entry into the Justice League Unlimited Cadmus story-arc with "The Doomsday Sanction." Join the hosts as they discuss a plot that redeems an underutilized Doomsday, who was originally featured on the Justice League episode "A Better World." Hear the hosts discuss whether or not the return of this major tentpole character was justified, the tendency of the series producers to subvert expectations with some important characters, why Dr. Milo's return seemed a bit out of place, why this episode could've flourished with a second part to it, and visuals that wow but are held back by the return of the terrible, no-good CGI. Plus a pair of musical cues that steal the show and another all-star voice cast that features some more fantastic work from multiple performers. All of this and a preview of next week's episode on this week's DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 9/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 30/40 – Liam: 30/40
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The milestone 150th episode of the DCAU Review is upon us, and the Good Brothers are taking this opportunity to celebrate with a look back at some of their favorite episodes they've reviewed thus far in this supersized edition. Join the hosts as they go through and discuss some of the more surprising and memorable moments in each of their standard categories of plot, animation & visuals, music, and voice acting. Not only will you hear fresh perspectives on why these episodes meant so much to Cal and Liam, but you'll also hear about some of the more surprising moments that caught them off guard in the last 149 episodes. To top things all off, the hosts each induct two previously reviewed episodes into their Top Picks section at DCAUReview.com and introduce for you the listener to vote on an episode to induct as well. To wrap it all up, there's a preview of next week's episode which will resume with the regularly scheduled reviews of DCAU episodes. Please strap yourselves in and enjoy episode 150 of the DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review!
Cal & Liam continue in their month of Justice League Unlimited coverage, with the introduction of Black Canary to the DCAU in the episode "The Cat and The Canary." Hear the hosts discuss a plot taken straight out of a Clint Eastwood drama, visuals that dazzle and captivate, albeit with a bit of inconsistency. Also, hear the Good Brothers talk about an all-time great cast that features none of the original #JLU Seven and much more on this week's all-new DCAU Review! Click below to see this week’s entire scorecard! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts and Apple Podcasts and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 8/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 9/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 5/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 10/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 35/40 – Liam: 32/40
March is here and that means as the calendar page turns, Cal & Liam switch series, returning to cover Justice League Unlimited and the episode "Dark Heart." This seminal episode lays the groundwork for some of the larger plot points used for the Cadmus arc that would define the #JLU, but this week the Good Brothers discuss a plot that asks the question "just what IS nanotechnology anyway?" Hear the hosts talk action that at the time seemed grand but now looks a lot like every superhero blockbuster, more out-of-place CGI, some wonky character models, and some of Batman's new toys. Plus how the JLU greenlit episodes that focused on C-List level heroes, a pair of really solid voice performances from two very recognizable guest voice actors, and why the episode may be in line to be canceled in the future. All of that, a complete scorecard, a new special guest intro to the pod and a preview of next week's episode on this week's DCAU Review! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Also be sure to subscribe to the DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts, and please consider leaving us a 5-star review! Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 5/10 – Liam: 7/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 24/40 – Liam: 28/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
Another month rounds out but not before The Good Brothers participate in one more review of Batman Beyond with this week's episode "Sneak Peek." Cal and Liam discuss the tension built with a potential reveal of both of the Batmen's secret identity, what works with the plot while critiquing some less than clear manifestations of the antagonist's powers, a Terry moment that echoes very much a Bruce-like response to failure, a villain that is visually interesting but whose accent invokes a famous political giant in the USA. Plus Bruce's commentary on politicians and journalists, Teri Garr's deadpan delivery makes a lasting impression, and was Bruce acting out of character in the climax of this episode? All of this and much more discussed on this week's DCAU Review! Please be sure to subscribe to The DCAU Review on Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts! and be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from the #DCAUReview and other #DCAU content creators like them! Plot: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 7/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 7/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 30/40 – Liam: 28/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
On the next Discuss This League... From the creators of the DCAU Review, a new feature is birthed where you'll get to hear various content creators debate various topics in a fun roundtable format! Kicking things off, Volume 1 of the Discuss This League is a discourse on the recent news regarding a potential Batman: The Animated Series revival for the HBO Max streaming service. This inaugural panel features three major players in the DCAU content community discussing their thoughts on this very exciting but controversial topic. The panel includes The DCAU Review's own host and all-around Good Brother Liam. Alongside Liam is Timm Talk's (aka the only podcast to review the DCAU in chronological order) Chris Lord and joining both of them from the behemoth DCAU YouTube Channel Watchtower Database and curator of the DCAU timeline, Mattie Washburn joins the program. Topics discussed include whether this could be disastrous for the legacy of BTAS, whether there should be new voice actors cast, which era of the DCAU should be the focal point, who should direct the series, and much more! Come along and enjoy the hour with three of the brightest minds and most knowledgeable folks when it comes to all things DC Animated Universe! Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more content from these creators housed all in one place! And join the discussion and offer your own thoughts on Twitter with @DCAUReview, @TimmTalk & @DCAUWatchtower - - - Theme: The Ice Giants by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5745-the-ice-giants License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
As we continue with our month of Batman Beyond reviews, we come to an oft-forgotten episode titled "Armory" which asks the age-old question, "What would you do to keep your lavish lifestyle intact, after losing your job due to corporate downsizing?" Okay, so maybe that's not that much of an age-old question, but never fear because the Good Brothers are here to answer it anyway! Hear Cal and Liam discuss a plot complete with outdated technology and gender roles, what would make the average person go from zero to treason in no time, featuring a main-baddie that doesn't talk which allows for action and music to be brought to the forefront. Plus the hosts list the voice cast, making an argument for a surprising addition to the DCAU Mt. Rushmore of voice-actors, and discuss #MyWarMachine(?!?) making his voice heard as Armory. All of this, more talk about Terry forgetting the suit's invisibility, and much more on this week's all-new DCAU Review! This week's scorecards: Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 8/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 30/40 – Liam: 30/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook Be sure to subscribe to The Podtower on YouTube for more #DCAU content!
Episode 145 of the DCAU Review is here and the Good Brothers are continuing to review Batman Beyond with the next episode "The Last Resort." Cal and Liam discuss the message behind this plot which focuses on a cult-like leader's choice to abuse teenagers through an internment camp-like facility. The hosts talk about a variety of ways the story might have been more effective, the logic of Terry not using the invisibility function on his suit, Terry's odd physical interaction with Chelsea, another inductee to the "Worst Dads in the DCAU" club, and a pair of voice performances from two actors from a pair of the most popular sitcoms of the last 40 years. Additionally, the hosts discuss why the biggest threat of the episode went unexplored, Bruce's limited appearance for the second straight week, and preview next week's episode on this week's DCAU Review! This week's scorecards: Plot: Cal: 4/10 – Liam: 4/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 5/10 – Liam: 6/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 21/40 – Liam: 22/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
The Good Brothers kick off the shortest month of the year with a return to the future and a month of Batman Beyond reviews. Kicking things off this month is the resolution to the Curare character's story with the episode "Final Cut." Hear the hosts talk about some similarities to a recently covered episode of Batman: The Animated Series, what James Tucker did that changed Curare's arc forever, a music callback to "Rebirth" and trying to pinpoint one character's unique accent. Plus, praise for one excellent sequence that would fit in any version of the Dark Knight, Max as Batman's partner, speculation as to why one notable voice was cast as a character without dialogue and the hosts share their thoughts on whether the ending is satisfying for the Curare character or not. Plus, a complete scorecard and much more await you on this week's DCAU Review! Plot: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 Music: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 5/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 9/10 – Liam: 9/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 29/40 – Liam: 29/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
The month of January comes to an end with a 5th Saturday, which means the Good Brothers are taking another trip to the Multiverse of DC Animation. This month they return to the Silver Age world of Batman: The Brave and the Bold. Cal and Liam review the episode "Triumvirate of Terror" which features a team-up of both the DC Trinity as well as their fiendish foes in Lex Luthor, The Joker, and Cheetah. Hear the hosts break down a myriad of homages and easter eggs, thicc Lex Luthor, the deep cut of Prez Rickard, and musical references to Wonder Woman '77. Plus the closing scenes nod to Alex Ross's masterpiece Kingdom Come, misogynist Batman, and why these episodes are just so darn fun. Plus a preview of the series being covered in the month of February and much more fun to be had on this week's DCAU Review! See Cal & Liam’s entire scorecard for this week’s episode by clicking below: Plot: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 10/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 6/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 9/10 Bonus Point: Cal - +1 (Kingdom Come Homage) Final Tally: Cal: 33/40 – Liam: 32/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
Episode 142 of the DCAU Review Podcast is here and the Good Brothers are not alone this week. Joining the hosts is yet another Special Guest Correspondent, this time in the form of a Superman expert as Nathan MacKenzie from Superman: The Animated Podcast joins the show to review the memorable season 2 episode of Superman: The Animated Series titled "Livewire." Hear Cal and Liam talk with Nathan, who broadcasts from the Land Down Under and does his own reviews of the Man of Steel, about the introduction of the villainous femme fatale known as Livewire. Hear them discuss a plot that features a very 90s plot around a loudmouth and former shock-jock that gains superpowers through a lightning storm. Superman remembering to grab his dishwashing gloves before leaving the apartment, some very anime-influenced visuals along with the discovery that Times Square is in Metropolis in the DCAU. Plus, a soundtrack that sets itself apart from most of the early days of the DCAU, a small but memorable voice cast, and much more on today's all-new DCAU Review! Be sure to check out Nathan's Podcast available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and follow him on Twitter and check out his Website Check out all three scorecards for this week's episode below: Plot: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 – Nathan: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 8/10 – Nathan: 8/10 Music: Cal: 10/10 – Liam: 9/10 – Nathan: 9/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 8/10 – Liam: 8/10 – Nathan: 8/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 32/40 – Liam: 32/40 – Nathan: 32/40 Please send any feedback our way via our Twitter @DCAUReview and be sure to like us on Facebook
No monkeying around here, it's all business as the Good Brothers continue with their month of Superman: The Animated Series episodes with this week's titanic review of "Monkey Fun." Cal and Liam discuss why the adults make so many poor choices, Sam Lane being in the conversation for worst DCAU dad, Bibbo as the only true-to-form character, and music that calms the heart of the beast. Plus the hosts fantasy book a Grodd/Titano crossover, discuss the soundtrack from composer Lolita Ritmanis and bad tropes from monster movies borrowed for this story. All of this, a complete scorecard and a preview of next week's all-new episode await on this week's DCAU Review! Plot: Cal: 2/10 – Liam: 4/10 Visuals/Animation: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Music: Cal: 7/10 – Liam: 7/10 Voice Acting: Cal: 6/10 – Liam: 6/10 Bonus Point: None Final Tally: Cal: 21/40 – Liam: 23/40
It’s 2021, feels like we’r 2020, but allow the Good Brothers to take you on a trip back to 1997 with another review of Superman: The Animated Series and this week’s episode “Target.” Hear Cal and Liam talk about their memories of this episode being in heavy rotation on the Kids WB, why this episode is a … Continue reading Ep. 140 – STAS – Target →
When all was said and done, Santa left us with one last treat in 2020 and that was an eighth issue of Batman The Adventures Continue. Listen as the Good Brothers break down the latest, possibly final issue of the series with a heartwarming holiday tale worthy of an animated adaptation! Hear the breakdown of all the … Continue reading Bonus Ep. 16 – Batman The Adventures Continue: Secret Santa Part I, II & III →
New year, same Good Brothers! Cal & Liam kick off their 4th year of podcasting together with a return to Superman: The Animated Series and a review of “Mxyzpixilated” which features the unforgettable debut of Mr. Mxyzptlk. The hosts talk a myriad of subjects including how to give scores for what is essentially a Superman Looney … Continue reading Ep. 139 – STAS – Mxyzpixilated →
The final DCAU Review of 2020 is here and the Good Brothers are discussing one last week of Static Shock before turning the calendar page. This week the hosts discuss the first episode introducing Virgil to one of, if not the biggest of his baddies in Ebon in the season one episode “”The Breed.” Hear Cal and … Continue reading Ep. 138 – Static Shock – The Breed →
Happy Holidays from the DCAU Review! We are celebrating this week with our latest holiday-offering from the DCAU by sticking with our month of Static Shock and reviewing the season two episode “Frozen Out” which keeps with the Static tradition of dealing with difficult, real-world issues while sprinkling in some fun and seasonal celebration. The Good … Continue reading Ep. 137 – Static Shock – Frozen Out →
Bonus Episode 15 is here and the Good Brothers decided to bring something new to the DCAU Review library! This week the hosts try their hands at a good old-fashioned commentary track to go along with the Batman: The Animated Series episode “Christmas with the Joker.” Rather than give a longer form review with a … Continue reading Bonus Ep. 15 – Watchalong: Christmas with The Joker →