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Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders Blu-ray Review

Score: 64

from 2 reviewers

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"A must-have for 'Batman' TV series fans, combining nostalgic charm with sharp dialogue and action in one of DC's best animated releases."

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DTS-HD MA

Video: 68

'Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders' exhibits Warner's signature animation style, with a bright, saturated 60s TV palette and minor banding issues. While bit rates are modest and the disc isn't fully utilized, the encoding is competent and fans will appreciate its vibrant color and visual fidelity.

Audio: 68

Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders’ audio, primarily a DTS-HD MA 5.1 mix, remains front-oriented, reflecting the original TV show’s mono setup. The dialogue is clear and prioritized, while the score replicates the series' mock-serious tone. Despite minimal LFE and directionality use, the track is crisp and defect-free, featuring French and Spanish Dolby Digital options.

Extra: 46

Extras on 'Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders' Blu-ray offer engaging behind-the-scenes insights, including detailed looks at classic voice roles and sneak peeks of past DC animated titles like 'Batman vs. Robin' and 'Son of Batman,' along with a robust selection of HD trailers.

Movie: 71

Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders" shines as a nostalgic and humorous tribute to the 1960s TV series, featuring original voice actors Adam West, Burt Ward, and Julie Newmar, with whimsical plot elements like a duplicator ray and a morally inverted Batman. The Blu-ray includes a 25GB disc with an Ultraviolet copy and enjoyable menu features.

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