Justice League: The New Frontier

I had no idea what to think going into this one, knowing only that it took place in the 1950s. While I feel there was a lot going on, and this one wasn't as strong as Doomsday, there was still a lot to love all the same.

The story deals with the Justice League facing adversity from the American government, due to their vigilantism being seen as destructive. All the while, there have been whispers of something known as the Centre, almost as if it is a harbinger of doom. It's got a good idea, but it's a little unfocused since they wanted to give an idea how all the heroes play a role in the story.

I'd argue one of the best characters was Green Lantern, voiced by David Boreanaz, whose origin story is shown here to amazing effect, and I'd argue he is the true main character of the film. There is also the Martian Manhunter, voiced by Miguel Ferrer, and he's more there to show how the government is terrified of aliens that aren't Superman, but they actually trusted him pretty quickly.

Overall, this movie definitely had some inklings of really good concepts, but there was just too much going on and not enough time to explain everything, so it felt a little rushed. I'd still say it's a good watch, but it could have been better if they had given it more room to breathe.

Next time, we begin one of the most popular superhero franchises of all time. When an arms dealer is captured by terrorists who are using his weapons for malicious purposes, he will have to rethink how he goes about helping the people he cares about. Keep an eye open when I review Iron Man.

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