![]() On top of looking absolutely stunning, it also basically lays-out one of the film’s subplots (“Sochi”) and how Catwoman ends up in the sticky situation that kicks this movie off. Oh, pay attention to Catwoman: Hunted‘s opening credits, by the way. The film’s opening heist takes place at a costume ball, so keep your eye out for some great (and hilarious) DC Comics-inspired costumes. The movie’s character designs also add a dash of cheesecake to most of the cast, playing up the film’s frisky tone. That said, the climactic battle features some of the film’s best, smoothest and flashiest animation. The film’s animation style definitely helps to not only cover some of its shortcomings – the occasionally stilted and/or jerky movements – but it also adds a dash of flare to the action beats. While there are little animation hiccups here and there, they are definitely less obtrusive and noticeable when compared to some of the recent DC Animated Movie and DC Universe Movie titles. From the gorgeous opening credits to the stellar character designs, and even the animation itself (for the most part), this is unquestionably one of the best looking direct-to-video titles to come from Warner Bros. While the “substance” may be a little light here, Catwoman: Hunted definitely has an abundance of “flash,” and that’s not exactly a bad thing in this particular case. It might not be what one would expect from Weisman or a Catwoman animated movie, but it works oh-so-well here. Instead, here we get an action-heavy but simple, breezy frolic across the globe, and it’s pretty terrific! The plot might get a little stretched toward the end, particularly the last 15-20 minutes or so, but keeping things casual and carefree allows the movie to unfold at its own appropriately floaty pace. ![]() Don’t expect something akin to the dense, complicated, dramatic tales from Weisman’s aforementioned Young Justice work. Now, to earn her freedom, Catwoman must help Interpol take down Leviathan while staying one step ahead of her pursuers.ĭescribed as “ Young Justice-adjacent” by writer Greg Weisman, Catwoman: Hunted is a pretty big departure from his work on the fan-favorite DC Comics animated action series. Unfortunately the heist goes sour and Catwoman quickly finds herself squarely in the crosshairs of Leviathan, a consortium of ne’er-do-wells Interpol and even Batwoman herself. Still, that’s not enough to stop this jaunt from being a nice change of pace and a heckuva good time.Īs usual, spoilers will be kept at an absolute minimum as to not ruin some of the film’s surprises.Īppropriately enough, Catwoman: Hunted kicks off with our Feline Fatale attempting to boost a priceless jewel. Clearly influenced by the anime classic Cowboy Bebop, among a few others, this DC Animated Movie release ends up being a real surprise, even if the occasionally clunky dialogue and slim plot hinder the festivities just a shade. ![]() Producer is Ethan Spaulding and Executive Producer is Sam Register.Ī fun if imperfect romp, the anime-inspired Catwoman: Hunted is a lively, stylish thriller with a strong cast, incredible music and some stand-out action beats. Yakuza and Domino 6, Eric Lopez as Domino 1, Jacqueline Obradors as La Dama, and Ron Yuan as Doctor Tzin.Ĭatwoman: Hunted is directed by Shinsuke Terasawa from a script penned by Greg Weisman. ![]() Also featured is Jonathan Banks as Black Mask, Steve Blum as Solomon Grundy, Lauren Cohan as Julia Pennyworth, Keith David as Tobias Whale, Zehra Fazal as Talia al Ghul and Nosferata, Jonathan Frakes as King Faraday and Boss Moxie, Kirby Howell-Baptiste as Barbara Minerva/Cheetah, Kelly Hu as Cheshire, Andrew Kishino as Mr. Or not.Įlizabeth Gillies and Stephanie Beatriz lead the cast of Catwoman: Hunted as the voices of Catwoman and Batwoman, respectively. Synopsis: In the all-new original Catwoman: Hunted, Catwoman’s attempt to steal a priceless jewel puts her squarely in the crosshairs of both a powerful consortium of villains and the ever-resourceful Interpol, not to mention Batwoman. ![]()
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