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5/10
Bad adaptation and mediocre art
creechuur-3648710 January 2024
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I'm not sure what the writers were adapting, but it wasn't the comics I read years ago. I didn't feel a connection to any of the characters besides Barry, the others were glossed over and kind of just there for background and easter eggs. It all went very slow at first and then so fast it was hard to keep up.

Compared to the Bruce Timm glory years of DC animation, this new art style is medicore, mass produced commercial art, devoid of any charm or uniqueness. Bland and boring, and not very well animated either.

Honestly, how many times did we need to see Green Arrow shoot a totally ineffectual arrow and then dodge out of the way of the enemies return fire?
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5/10
It's a mess.
fergy-744739 January 2024
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Not sure which movie is more of a jumbled mess.... this or Warworld. As with the previous film, it starts without any clue as to what's happening and just continues like that for quite a bit.

From there, we get bits & pieces of explanation, and then mess. And then a bit more explaining. And then mess.

The first 30 minutes keeps this tediousness going so much that it feels like an eternity before any sense of cohesiveness comes through.

As an ending of the "Tomorrowverse", it feels completely lackluster, especially taking into account the horridness of Warworld into this movie. Plus (spoiler alert), having Constantine being Paraiah seems very cheap.
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6/10
Slow burn!!
michaelwayman9 January 2024
One of few in the recent lines of the Tomorrowverse animated original films, as a long time fan of DC and love Marv Wolfmans George Perez work, I honestly haven't been much of a fan of these newer films they've put out recently, firstly the art style, not a fan of the Archer Artstyle, it doesnt feel like a DC original animated movie, wish they go back to that death & reign of Superman to JLD war and young justice art style that defined the DC original animated movies & DC animation for a long time - -wish you guys at DC WB would go back to that! The archer style sucks for dc, it's pretty average. Once you get 50 mins to 1 hour into it the film starts focusing on what the titles about, they made numerous changes from Wolfman and Perez's book, some good the Barry Allen centric focus was a nice touch, some changes unnecessary. 6/10 slow burn.
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Terrible Disappointment
smurfy-5976310 January 2024
Crisis on Infinite Earths was always one of my favourite comics growing up and this is just an injustice to it. The flash is a vital character in the comics but so are several others such as supergirl, Luthor and pariah. This animated film though focuses the entirety on the flash and makes him the sole hero and everybody else is a backup character. The whole first half of the film is just a confused mess as you try to figure out what is happening. Finally the animation style is so lazy and bad that it almost looks like stop motion at some points with the voices not matching the characters. All in all a great disappointment for something Inwas really waiting for.
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7/10
I liked it
bjornfogh-7024611 January 2024
Im not a huge comic buff so I dont know all the characters, according to other reviewers it seems they they did the good all gender swap which just isnt cool, but not any of the major ones.

I dont get the criticism of the animation I think it looks just fine. Voice acting is also great, if you look at the cast almost all of them are very well known actors.

The story is a little weird, like the start doesnt really link up with the ending if you ask me.

The only thing is sincerely disliked about this movie was the character "hoshi". She is this super genius who is acting all brash with a big mouth and is overall just annoying. You know her.. the classic modern strong female who needs no man.. She just felt like a token self insert of whoever made this movie.

But hey.. maybe she is just a dick in the comics and I just dont know it. Either way I really disliked the sections with her in them..
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6/10
[5.6] Nothing resists an advancing Anti-Matter wall !
cjonesas17 January 2024
An uninterestingly useless, too mild of a 'Crisis on...' DC animation. It's like a walk in a park with 85 years olds, even though many of them look young. The screenplay is not interesting, like an old photo album, the animation is so so, unthrilling, the visual effects just bear the name of visual effects, the score is good actually and better than the rest along with the voice-overs which at times is like the actors are on Valium while reading their lines.

It would have been so much better to have the two parts fused in one "hell" of a production with smooth "joints" and continuity and only then would it have gathered a 7+ to 8+ .

  • Screenplay/storyline/plots: 6
  • Development: 8
  • Realism: 5.5
  • Entertainment: 4.5
  • Voice: 7
  • Animation/filming: 6.5
  • VFX: 7
  • Music/score/sound: 6.5
  • Depth: 5
  • Logic: 2
  • Flow: 4.5
  • Animation/action/adventure: 5
  • Ending: 6.
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7/10
Good in general but confusing
geedeeaich15 January 2024
I liked it in general because it was a DC comics animation which I usually enjoy. However, I despise the Multiverse!!!! It makes for very confusing storylines. It's hard to keep up with which character is on which version of the same planet or an entirely different planet and which time period - present, past, or future. So I will probably have to watch this a couple more times to figure out what's going on. Just when one storyline started to make sense, it would switch to a different universe or time period.

Sometimes I think these superhero stories introduced the Multiverse just so that the characters don't have to be the same all the time. Superman could be good in one universe and bad in another. They can introduce heroes or villains that are almost the same as the ones we know well but change it up just a little bit.

I'm sure some people like that aspect of the Multiverse, but I like it to remain basically true to the original concepts.
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7/10
Not the comic and that's okay
ajwbaseball15 January 2024
I'd love a close adaptation of "Crisis on Infinite Earths." I also recognize that DC Animation needs to make some money and market a bit more broadly than the six people (self included) who have a proper affinity for "Crisis".

Seriously, that series is so steeped in the deepest and most obscure of DC lore that a 90 minute adaptation is not only too short to fit all the characters in; it's just not viable to hang a marketable movie off of so many obscure characters and concepts.

Here they took the core idea of "Crisis" and streamlined it in a way that I found pretty enjoyable. Writing's a bit better than other DCAMU / Tomorrowverse features, but I'm also getting tired of Barry Allen as the go-to protagonist. I Like the guy but let's switch it up.
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8/10
Return to form
ossie859 January 2024
I wasn't expecting all that much from this film, but I gotta say I was quietly surprised with the quality. After being somewhat disappointed with some recent films in the "Tomorrowverse", it was a relief to see the franchise producing some exciting content.

What stood out to me the most was the way the film managed to balance the cosmic and multiversal elements with a key human heart - the love between Barry and Iris. This added a depth and emotional resonance that elevated the film beyond the pure spectacle of planets dying.

Matt Bomer's voice performance as Barry was outstanding and truly anchored the film. His portrayal brought a depth and authenticity to the character that made him relatable and engaging.

Despite being part 1 of a larger story, the film managed to stand on its own as a complete and satisfying experience.

One of the most fascinating aspects of this film was how it outshined the current live-action DC films. It's frustrating to see the animated films succeed where the live-action ones are faltering, but it's also a testament to the talent and creativity of the filmmakers behind this project. Perhaps a lack of studio interference? But I'm just speculating.

Flaws? As with most of these DC films, the animation is sufficient, but lacks flare or uniqueness. A lack of budget hurts it, and it isn't on the same level as the similarly multiversal Spider-Verse films.

This is a strong entry in the DC Animated universe and has me eagerly anticipating part 2. If you're a fan of DC comics or just enjoy a good superhero story, I highly recommend giving this film a watch.
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7/10
Good but
killionriot24 April 2024
I honestly don't think it's a bad movie at all. I'm really excited to see the next one. So far It's doing good, especially since it's an trilogy It has to have a build up with the beginning of a story explaining things. If I had to complain about one thing is I really missed the old animation with the new 52, the new animation just sucks, it's terrible and some fighting effects are really cool, but the way people look in the actual animation is just bad. If they could go back to new 52 and Batman beyond and all of those I bet you a lot more people would watch these and give them better reviews than what they are.
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3/10
Not Crisis on Infinite Earths you know
wolfiemn25 January 2024
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I grew up reading DC comics, and in my heyday of collecting, was reading about 30 different titles a month. During that time, one of the biggest DC Universe changes was a limited series titled Crisis on Infinite Earths. At the time, it had been determined the DC Universe was getting too big, so they created this storyline to help them make drastic changes across multiple storylines and compartmentalize the universe.

And it was AMAZING.

It was one of my favorite story lines, and when I heard about this Crisis on Infinite Earths movie trilogy, I was excited. But I clearly shouldn't have been.

After receiving & watching the first movie, I quickly realized, this is not my CoIE. It is a crisis based in the current animated movie timeline. And even the special features segment "Crisis Primer" basically says these 10 or so movies play into the connection and lead up to Crisis.

So without knowing this, although I've seen a few of them, I have not seen all of them, so Crisis makes absolutely no sense.

At least when the CW did their "version" of Crisis, it followed the basic premise of the original Comic series. But this, other than throwing in the Anti-matter wave and the Monitor, and a few select characters, it doesn't look like Crisis at all.

I'm going to try to watch the "prequel/primer" movies and see if my opinion changes, but right now, i'm pretty disappointed.
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8/10
It is Very Good, But Will Last for Three Movies
BornKnight9 January 2024
Way better than the last adaptations to animations, this one adapts the "Crisis on Infinite Earths" is a 1985-1986 American comic book crossover storyline that is already a complicated thing into a three-part animation the best way it can (not talking about the TV series).

As with Marvel's multiverse it is the best way to explain all the differences and reboot the mess that DC was in the 80's with several versions of planets and heroes.

While in the same graphic style (maybe a little better tho) than the last animations, this one was a better written story that compels us to watch and care for the heroes, instead of several of the last freelance animations that were just garbage.

Barry here feels like a real character indeed.

So if you are a fan, yes you can watch this one without fear, tho it probably will end just in early 2025.

A solid 8.0 out of 10.0 / B+ for this one.
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6/10
Unwanted Profanity in Animation
crdttym29 February 2024
I was enjoying this movie up until the point when a minor character uttered the G-damn word. I certainly didn't expect to hear that in an animated film and I was dismayed.

I feel the need to push back against the use of profanity in entertainment, religious exclamations and blasphemy in particular.

Why does DC do it? Do they think it makes the film "more cool", or "more grown up"? I have noticed that DC productions occasionally indulge in the use of that word. Examples include "Superman: Man of Tomorrow", and the live action series "Krypton".

It's stupid and offensive, ruining my enjoyment of an otherwise excellent movie. I was planning to purchase the parts 2 & 3 films, but not anymore.
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4/10
What happened to DC animation?
felixrod1211 January 2024
I don't know what happened with DC animation. They use to be the best part of DC. Some of the animated movies were way better than any of the live action DC/Marvel movies. The last few animation movies have been terrible. Everything from the design of the characters, dialog and story. Who ever was in charge of the old animation bring them back. For this being a crisis storyline it was terrible. The story was all over the place I know there 2 more parts coming but this was so hard to watch that idk if I will even watch the others. Do better DC you're going to lose the rest of your fan base smh.
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7/10
Pleasantly surprised
suzettevazquez2 March 2024
Not too fond of the animation style, and the movie took some artistic liberties from the source material, but they managed to give us a meaningful story with great execution of a potentially very confusing plot. It was confusing at first but in a way that made sense to the storyline, so we could understand it from Barry's point of view. I loved the references from previous films of Tomorrowverse, it really tied it together. As it usually goes with DC, it also gets philosophical in terms of defining humanity, consciousness, and ethics. The pavement has been laid for the next part, and I'm looking forward to it.
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7/10
I enjoyed it.
Rocksteady209023 January 2024
Not a fan of the art style at all. It felt jarring compared to the previous animation styles used in the DC animated films. While I appreciate the attempt to be different, it didn't resonate with me. However, the story itself, with its Barry-centric focus, was captivating. The voice acting was superb, breathing life into the characters, and I enjoyed "meet and greet" scene with the other heroes. It did start slow, taking its time to build the world and atmosphere, which some might find tedious. But for me, it paid off with a satisfying and emotional payoff. So, while I'm not sold on the art style and I know it wont change for part 2, I hope they don't try it again.
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6/10
Flash
ThunderKing611 March 2024
Date:

March 10th 2024. On daylight saving time.

Genre:

Cartoon, superhero, fantasy

Duration:

An hour and a bit of time.

What was this film/show/game about?:

It's a continuation of the previous 2 films. Which really don't matter at this point.

Well earth's are going to be destroyed while the Flash figures out what's going on and the justice league ASSEMBLE.

The story and the production overview:

Very weird how many of the superheroes don't know each other.

The animation fine.

Story is kind e confusing

I'm not all. Anticipating part 2 because these films are very confusing.

I never read the comics mind you.

Overall: Though confusing still has some entertainment value.

Highlight:

Nothing much.

Moral:

Time. Don't waste it or it will be wasted.

Villian:

Unsure. Wasn't seen.

Punny Rating:

Justice is confusing

Finals words:

Not Ness to see this.
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7/10
Amazing imo 7.5 or 8
chntystj30 January 2024
Suspense,Action,Romance,Mystery

I genuinely can't believe people actually are hating on this movie it's an animated story about superheroes.

I love the fact flash got a lot of screen time & Warner bros added characters I've never even heard about before and I'm a hardcore DcAU fan.

Adding so many diverse characters while writing a complex plot isn't easy. Kudus to the animators and writers at Dc.

The movie makes a lot of sense if you genuinely love Dc comics & its characters.

Thank you writers at WB studios for consistently maintaining and producing well crafted animated movies, literally no other studio is this dedicated to consistently making superhero animated films every year.
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8/10
Almost GOOD enough
adeboyekalejaye10 January 2024
As with the theme of recent Dc Animated films the movie was a bit underwhelming although an improvement from the last it was still not good Enough considering the set standard past Pros; Nice plot( not really impressive but intriguing) Nice story progression( This was the best part of the film the reveal at end was nice) Liked some characters we saw at the end that don't usually get screentime Cons; Same lackluster animation style Too short why bother splitting it I ask( done very poorly) Very few good character interactions( most felt bland)

But overall it's not a disappointing watch you'll be fairly satisfied.
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6/10
Every Earth is on board! Crisis: Justice League Engages in Combat with the Antimatter Threat
Mysterygeneration26 March 2024
With a few new twists, the movie maintains the spirit of the beloved "Crisis on Infinite Earths" comic book plot. The film centers on the connection between Flash and Iris West, providing a strong emotional foundation for the intricate, multi-layered plot. The way in which Pariah and the Monitor are introduced builds suspense and leaves the audience wanting more. The animation is thought to be of good quality, and the voice acting is highly praised, especially Matt Bomer's interpretation of Flash.

Some viewers, particularly those who are not familiar with the DC Animated Movie Universe continuity, find the opening to be slow and unclear. Those who are already familiar with the characters and plot may find the film more pleasant.
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3/10
Definitely a step back for DC Animation
paulpastora-5781919 January 2024
I was going into this with high expectations. From Flashpoing Paradox, War, and the Dark movies to this? Really? For starters, the quality of the animation is a huge step back. This looks like Dexter's Laboratory from 20 years ago. Another problem is that DC Animation excels when it's rated R. I could almost entertain showing it to my younger ones, but the animation is just bad. With new movies out like Blue Eyed Samurai, how can Warner Bros not keep up with modern standards?

This is a beloved story and a chance to really take DC Animation to another level. It's the one category where DC has been beating Marvel for quite some time. It didn't have to be as gory as the War movie, but some real deaths to show the impact of the situation would've helped. I don't think I care to watch the next 2 movies of this unless they look completely different. All in all, the wrong people seemed to have been selected to make this movie. It's nowhere near as good as what's been coming out for DC Animation. Watch it if you're a fan, but go in with low expectations. The Crisis on Two Earths was better than this and that was made in 2010. When James Wood's voiced Owl Man, that was memorable. Those characters are in this movie and somehow just come off as worse. That plot was way better too. Big L here for DC, get your act together and redo whatever you were working on for part 2 or just lose money the way Marvel has been now for awhile.
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8/10
An Overstuffed Yet Thrilling Return to Form
dsa429 January 2024
#justiceleaguecrisisoninfiniteearthspartone BRIEF THOUGHTS:

After some iffy entries in the DC Tomorrowverse, I'm ecstatic to report that Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part One is a damn good superhero multidimensional crossover with Barry Allen/Flash being the emotional core of the movie. It's very overstuffed and there's a lot going on, but as a part one of a larger trilogy, it mostly works. Not every Justice League member gets equal screen time and Wonder Woman's role is noticeably given the short end of the stick. This was a much better Flash movie than The Flash 2023 in my book. Matt Bomer does an excellent job voicing Barry Allen/The Flash and brings a ton of sincere humor and emotion to the scarlet speedster. The music by Kevin Riepl is also far more engaging and immersive than the soundtrack from most of the Tomorrowverse films and the animation is tolerable. If you have watched DC animated shows and movies since your childhood, I can definitely guarantee there's a few moments in here that'll bring you back to the early 2000's. A much needed win for DC animation and promises even better things to come.

RIP George Perez

#dccomics #crisisoninfiniteearths #justiceleague.
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7/10
Probably could have been a standalone movie.
lojitsu18 February 2024
Here's The 4K Lowedown on "Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part One." (PG-13 - 2024 - Digital)

Genre: Animated/Comic

My Score: 7.2 Cast=10 Acting=5 Trailer=8 Ending=6 Story=7 Visuals=8 Direct=5 Sounds=5 Genre=8 Sub-Genre=10

The Anti-Monitor is released in the DC Multiverse and begins to destroy the different Earths that compose it. The Monitor attempts to recruit heroes from across the Multiverse but is murdered.

"The time comes when the most logical course of action is a stupid useless gesture." I am not a follower of DC, so this storyline is new for me. This first of a three-part series felt like it should have been its own standalone movie...it doesn't even get to the main story until the last 20 minutes or so. That being said, this was a good watch that I recommend to those who are a fan of the DC animated movies.
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3/10
Just watch Crisis on Two Earths Instead
lasher-michael-p14 January 2024
I was/have been a fan of multiverse stories before it became hip. Crisis on Two Earths was a pretty good animated movie with a much more straightforward story. Between the chunky animation style and the meandering story, this didn't work for me.

Repeating to meet requirements.

I was/have been a fan of multiverse stories before it became hip. Crisis on Two Earths was a pretty good animated movie with a much more straightforward story. Between the chunky animation style and the meandering story, this didn't work for me.

....................and that's it, really .............................. ...
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9/10
DC animation is awesome! Crisis on infinite earth suprised me!
cptvalleyberg12 January 2024
I think this was an awesome movie!! I am watching DC animations for ages now and they deliberately deliver awesome animated movies!

Often I am super suprised about the storyline and the new plot they write! The animation is in old style and I lvoe it for that - but I think the story is above the form - and keeping animation is late 90s style is super good!

I don't want to write spoilers but I think all the people who give low rating to this movie should just stop watching cartoons and go watch something else.

I myself care about the plot and that I can see my belvoed superheros in their primal form, and am extremely happy with DC Animations productions!! 98% of the movies (not series - I do not watch series) is of high quality both with plot and animation - and the innovation they are bringing - both - to the story, and drawings is amazing!!

I could mention each DC animation over here and mention the innovative factor of each of these movies - but I believe you should just see it yoruself! Its now 10 years of productions since the Flashpoint Paradox, and about 30 years of all beginning with not the first but awesome Mask of Phatasm!

I think Infinite Earths suprised me with plot and I really can't wait the next parts!!

Thanks DC!! :) <3.
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