Review of Son of Batman (2014) by Andrew K — 13 May 2014

This is certainly a solid feature from DC/WB, but it's tough to give the story, voicework, and animation high(er) marks when every other Batman DCU animated feature (including 'The Flashpoint Paradox', for obvious reasons) has shown *far* better execution.

Damian is a compelling conundrum in Bruce's recent history, as he is in the books, but the plot here is so watered down that every *other* character's personality and motivation become a bit shallow.

This is fine for Batman, who we know all too well already (especially considering not every case can be an Arkham epic or melodramatic character analysis), but there was adequate chances for the story and animation to offer more of.

.. everything. Really, what this film needed was director Jay Oliva, who *will* return for the *next* animated Bat-adventure. This is an entertaining film, but only just. 3 stars.