At The Movies

The Flash Runtime: 8,800 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Television Franchise: DC Franchise Position: N/A A modern take on DC’s scarlet speedster, this long-running TV series follows Barry Allen as he transforms from a crime lab CSI into the superhero known as The Flash, battling metahumans, time-travel threats, and multiverse villains while holding on to love, family, and hope. Ratings: My Rating: 7/10 The Dove Foundation: Approved for 12+ IMDb: 7.5/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 89% (early seasons), lower in later years Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary: After being struck by lightning during a particle accelerator accident, Barry Allen awakens from a coma with superhuman speed. With the support of his friends at S.T.A.R. Labs, he becomes The Flash, protecting Central City from criminals and metahuman threats. Over nine seasons, Barry faces Reverse-Flash, Zoom, Savitar, and the Thinker, while also traveling across the multiverse and forming alliances with Arrow, Supergirl, and other DC heroes. The seri...

Batman: The Animated Series Release Date: September 5, 1992 Age Rating: TV-PG Runtime: 1,890 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Animation Franchise: Batman Franchise Position: 1st Tagline: N/A Ratings: My Rating: N/A Dove Foundation Rating: N/A IMDb Rating: 9.4/10 Rotten Tomatoes Rating: 100% (21 critics) Metacritic Rating: N/A Plot Summary: Batman: The Animated Series is a critically acclaimed animated television series that reimagines Gotham City through a film noir lens. The series follows the adventures of Bruce Wayne as he dons the mantle of Batman to fight crime and corruption in Gotham. With a mature tone, complex storylines, and a rich visual aesthetic, the series has become a landmark in animated television, particularly in the superheroes genre. Critics Review: The series holds a perfect score on Rotten Tomatoes, with all 21 critics giving it a positive review. It is hailed as a landmark in animated television, reimagining Gotham City through a film noir lens, and modernizing Batma...

Justice Society: World War II MPAA: PG-13 Release Date: March 2, 2021 Runtime: 90 minutes Franchise: DC Universe Franchise Position #: — Tagline: "The legends are reborn." Trailer :  Cast List Ratings My Rating: 8/10 Dove Foundation : Not Rated IMDb : 7.1/10 Rotten Tomatoes : 83% Metacritic : No score available Plot Summary In Justice Society: World War II, The Flash (Barry Allen) accidentally enters the Speed Force while trying to stop a Kryptonite bullet and ends up in a parallel-universe version of World War II. There, he meets the Justice Society of America—Wonder Woman, Jay Garrick’s Flash, Hourman, Black Canary, and Hawkman—who are battling Nazis seeking magical artifacts. Initially mistrusted, Barry earns their trust by saving Steve Trevor and joining their fight. The team faces an even greater threat when Nazi-controlled kaiju-like sea monsters appear. Together, they defeat the creatures, alter the war’s outcome, and leave a lasting impact on history. Critics Review T...

Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) Year: 2020 Franchise: DC Extended Universe (DCEU) Franchise #: 8 MPAA Rating: R (for strong violence, language throughout, sexual content, and brief drug use) TV Parental Guidelines: TV-MA Total Runtime: 109 minutes Tagline: “You’re either the hammer, or the nail.” Main Cast Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn Mary Elizabeth Winstead as Huntress Jurnee Smollett as Black Canary Ewan McGregor as Roman Sionis / Black Mask Chris Messina as Victor Zsasz Ella Jay Basco as Cassandra Cain Rosie Perez as Renee Montoya Reviews: Synopsis: After breaking up with the Joker, Harley Quinn teams up with a group of fierce women to protect a young girl who’s targeted by a crime lord in Gotham. It’s a wild, colorful ride full of action, humor, and female empowerment as these unlikely allies fight to survive. Overview: Birds of Prey stands apart from other DCEU movies with its chaotic energy, stylized visuals, and unapologetic adult tone. Marg...

Overview Birds of Prey was a short-lived superhero show that aired in 2002–2003. It followed Batman and Catwoman’s daughter, Huntress, teaming up with Oracle (formerly Batgirl) and a teen telepath to protect Gotham after Batman disappears. It had a cool concept and strong female leads, especially Oracle, who was smart and brave despite being in a wheelchair. Fans of DC Comics might appreciate the nods to the Batman universe. That said, the show struggled with its tone and writing, mixing superhero action with supernatural and noir elements that didn’t always blend well. It only lasted 13 episodes before being canceled. While it had some good moments, the show leaned more into style than substance, and its murky morality, revenge themes, and secular vibe don’t make it a great fit for viewers looking for something uplifting or faith-aligned. Critics were split—some liked the attempt to highlight female heroes, but many thought it lacked focus. It’s interesting if you’re into DC deep cuts...

Critical Overview Smallville tells the origin story of Clark Kent before he becomes Superman, beginning in high school and spanning into his early adult years. The series explores Clark’s internal struggles with identity, power, responsibility, and morality while maintaining the drama of everyday life in the small Kansas town of Smallville. What Smallville does best is humanizing Superman. By delaying his iconic cape and flight until later seasons, it gives room for a deep character study of Clark Kent as a conflicted young man who slowly matures into Earth’s protector. The show also cleverly weaves in future Justice League members and famous DC characters like Green Arrow, Aquaman, and even a young Lex Luthor—portrayed brilliantly by Michael Rosenbaum. However, the show has its flaws. It often drifts into repetitive “villain-of-the-week” formulas, particularly in early seasons, and stretches some storylines too thin. The tone also shifts—sometimes inconsistently—from teenage drama to ...