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Batman Ninja MPAA Rating: PG-13 Runtime: 85 minutes Studio: Warner Bros. Japan, Kamikaze Douga, YamatoWorks Country of Origin: United States, Japan Franchise: DC Universe Animated Original Movies Franchise Position: N/A Gotham's protector becomes a samurai. Ratings: My Rating: 7.5/10 The Dove Foundation: Not Rated IMDb: 5.6/10 Rotten Tomatoes: 83% (Critics), 60% (Audience) Metacritic: Not Available TMDb: 6.5/10 Plot Summary: Batman Ninja transports Batman and his rogues' gallery to feudal Japan due to Gorilla Grodd's time displacement device. Stripped of his modern technology, Batman must adapt to the samurai era to confront the Joker, who has become a powerful warlord. As alliances form and betrayals unfold, Batman's ingenuity and martial prowess are put to the ultimate test in a battle for control over Japan. Critics Review: Critics have lauded the film's unique blend of anime aesthetics and traditional Batman storytelling. The fusion of Japanese culture with Goth...

Zorro: The Chronicles Runtime: 132 minutes Studio: Toei Animation Country of Origin: Japan Franchise: Zorro Franchise Position: 17th Animated series bringing Zorro’s adventures to a global audience with modern animation style. Ratings: My Rating: 7.3/10 The Dove Foundation: TV-Y7 IMDb: 7.0/10 Rotten Tomatoes: N/A Metacritic: N/A Plot Summary: Young Diego Vega fights injustice using clever strategies and swordsmanship. This series emphasizes adventure and moral lessons for children. Critics Review: Animation quality praised, enjoyable for children, with lessons in courage and honor. Christian Perspective: Shows courage, protecting the innocent, and standing against evil; aligns with Christian ethics. Family Friendliness: TV-Y7 rated; action is mild, suitable for children and family viewing. Notable Songs: N/A

You Only Live Twice (1967), PG, 1 hr 57 min Franchise: James Bond Franchise #: 5 (Release Order: Fifth film in the official Eon Productions James Bond series) Tagline: You Only Live Twice... and “twice” is the only way to live! Main Cast Sean Connery as James Bond Akiko Wakabayashi as Aki Mie Hama as Kissy Suzuki Donald Pleasence as Ernst Stavro Blofeld Tetsurō Tamba as Tiger Tanaka Karin Dor as Helga Brandt Bernard Lee as M Lois Maxwell as Miss Moneypenny Desmond Llewelyn as Q Teru Shimada as Mr. Osato Reviews Synopsis When American and Soviet spacecraft mysteriously vanish in orbit, Bond fakes his own death and goes undercover in Japan to find the culprit. What he uncovers is SPECTRE's most dangerous plan yet—led by the sinister Ernst Stavro Blofeld from a secret volcano lair. With ninjas, rocket battles, and outer space threats, this one is pure Bond spectacle. Overview You Only Live Twice turns the Bond dial all the way up: space-age tech, a hollowed-out volcano base, and a meg...