Batman: Soul of the Dragon

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Batman: Soul of the Dragon

R

2021

1h 23m

Action

Adventure

Animation

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Set in the midst of the swinging 1970s, this Elseworlds adventure finds Bruce Wayne training under a master sensei. It is here that Bruce, along with other elite students, is forged in the fire of the martial arts discipline. The lifelong bonds they form will be put to the test when a deadly menace arises from their past. It will take the combined efforts of Batman and world-renowned martial artists Richard Dragon, Ben Turner and Lady Shiva to battle the monsters of this world and beyond!

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Jonathan Garcia

Dynamic Duel Podcast

01/12/2023

4/5

The whole film was just a treasure trove of these minor DC heroes, villains, artifacts, and locations that all fit together under this bada-- Batman story ... I feel like the whole thing shouldn't work, but it absolutely does.

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Sean Chandler

Sean Chandler Talks About

02/17/2021

B

Fun, outside the box, genre bending Batman tale. Loses some steam in the second half, but still a worthwhile diversion.

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Peter Canavese

Celluloid Dreams

02/02/2021

2.5/4

Leans in to a distinct '70s vibe but the story's pretty forgettable and the animation's lackluster. Strictly for DC Comics fans. (4K HD Blu-ray Review).

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Grace Randolph

Beyond the Trailer

01/26/2021

It's so great to see DC Animation telling original stories, especially when they're this well done. Fantastic directing, writing, voice work & action. A treat for DC fans!

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Courtney Lanning

Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

01/23/2021

It's a tasty blend of (somewhat) cheesy action and a solid dose of funk -- in style and soundtrack.

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Brian Costello

Common Sense Media

01/20/2021

4/5

Engaging animated superhero tale has strong violence.

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Mitch B

Nov 14

a f fun and action packed movie. Whiile Batman is not the driving force for the story, it is still a great film to watch. It's just pure action and we need that from time to time.

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Sean J

Sep 30

dc makes great animation .A young Aztec boy experiences tragedy when his father is murdered by Spanish Conquistadors. Yohualli escapes to Tenochtitlan to warn King Moctezuma and his high priest, Yoka, of imminent danger.

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Vera V

12/12/2024

Great movie! Excellent 70's aesthetic. Still scratching my head, wondering why it was rated R though. I've seen enough of certain DC animated PG-13 movies that were more violent and bloody than this one. Must watch regardless!

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Jamie S

03/15/2024

This is more of a Bruce Wayne movie than a Batman movie, and the Richard Dragon character is clearing based on the late Bruce Lee. Not the best animated Batman movie, but it passes the time.

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Dan R

02/09/2024

Have you ever wanted to see Batman in a 70s style kung fu movie? Well now you can in DC's 'Batman: Soul of the Dragon'. Well an animated version anyway. SYNOPSIS: 'In the 1970s, a missing teacher of martial arts is the subject of a quest by his devoted and brilliant but distant students, who include Batman.' I love a good DC animated movie but this seems to be of lower quality in regards to animation and storyline. I expect more by their high standards. It's nice to to see DC telling original stories, especially when it is such a different spin on the characters. There's some fantastic directing, writing, voice work and action going on here. It is like being in a 70s kung fu movie, but overall it does slip below past levels. Not one I'll be rewatching. 6/10

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Michele P

01/11/2024

I'm gonna say 'BATMAN: SOUL OF THE DRAGON' is a better BOND movie than No Time To Die. Lots of fun, gained further insight into and love for Lady Shiva, was amused by the music and martial arts. Batman shares the limelight well with his companions. Their personalities are well developed and distinct, each interesting. I continue to love watching DC animated movies over the live action ones. Bravo!

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Set in the midst of the swinging 1970s, this Elseworlds adventure finds Bruce Wayne training under a master sensei. It is here that Bruce, along with other elite students, is forged in the fire of the martial arts discipline. The lifelong bonds they form will be put to the test when a deadly menace arises from their past. It will take the combined efforts of Batman and world-renowned martial artists Richard Dragon, Ben Turner and Lady Shiva to battle the monsters of this world and beyond!

Director: Sam Liu
Producer: James Krieg, Sam Liu
Screenwriter: Jeremy Adams
Production Co: DC Comics
Rating: R (Some Violence)
Genre: Action, Adventure, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 12, 2021
Runtime: 1h 23m

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