"Gotham by Gaslight" takes a more serious tone than what I’m used to when watching a Batman film the character was always dark, but usually the animated films are much more “fun” even at its most serious. So how does Gotham by Gaslight rank by comparison? While “Son of Batman” wasn’t the “Court of Owls” I was expecting, and "The Killing Joke” has that awful tacked on first 30 minutes, I find films such as “Batman: Year One” and "The Dark Knight Returns” to be the animated offerings fans deserves. I’ve never read Gotham by Gaslight, but DC/WB’s efforts to translate the comics to the animated screen, thus far, have been big hits with me. However, the pieces eventually come together and Jack’s true identity is revealed, ending with a face-off I thought I’d never see on any screen! Fortunately, he’s not alone in his efforts as Selina Kyle comes through here and there with her first attempt at tracking down Jack nearly ends with her death until Batman shows up to save her neck. Yet, even the Bat is having a hard time tracking down this villainous scum. Thankfully, Gotham isn’t without its protector. It doesn’t get truly bloody, but it does go there in a few scenes that might be a bit squeamish for most who are used to tamer Batverse (such as myself). And the dude has a fondness for slicing up destitute women, which the film pushes the envelope on the gore. "Gotham by Gaslight" takes the Batverse into an alternate universe where we see a Victorian-era Gotham that’s plagued by the serial killer Jack the Ripper. And this one is a definite hit! And beware of some minor spoilers ahead! But at least the stuff we’re getting on the small screen is killer and that trend continues with their latest animated outing – Batman: Gotham by Gaslight, which is based on the comic of the same name. But when it comes to the big screen stuff, it’s they've barely hit the mark. I don’t get the DC/WB combo as far as how they handle their film and television projects on the one hand, they have amazing small screen offerings, featuring more hits than misses. Also, the steampunk 19th-century aesthetic is a nice touch.Hey gang, Valkor here. So if you’re into the animated DC Universe it’s a must watch, despite not being the best of the bunch. It’s a quick watch so, despite a small recommendation, I cannot say the film itself is all that great. This is a film that’s fairly easy to grasps and should satiate fans of the comic books. Our Grade: C+, Solid animation, and good vocal performances lent themselves to a script that perhaps follows the source material a bit too much. I’m sure the script follows the comics, I’ve never read this run, but I think the script was a bit problematic. Carpenter’s Catwoman is equal parts fiery and fierce. Greenwood’s voice works well and gives Batman the gravitas needed for the 19th-century setting. It’s a similar issue that Batman: The Killing Joke suffered from. Here’s the problem I felt like the R-rating was something that they went out of their way to get. Much like Batman: The Killing Joke, which was also directed by Liu. At only 78 minutes this direct to video DC animated film does what all the others do. What We Think: Short, sweet and to the point. Their lack of ability to close the case (no surprise there) has to lead to Batman (Greenwood) to interject and assure no more of Gotham’s women lose their life at the hands of this brutish heel of a slasher. A killer is on the loose but instead of Scotland Yard on the case, we get the Gotham PD. What It Is: In an alternate version of Gotham it gets turned into late 19th century London. Starring: Bruce Greenwood, Jennifer Carpenter, Chris Cox
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