Light and breezy affair

Rating: 6/10 (15 December 2019)

JUSTICE LEAGUE is another epic-wannabe superhero flick, this time from DC Comics rather than Marvel. BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE was slated somewhat so this is different, more action-packed and much briefer in scope, represented by a running time that comes in just under two hours. Not only to Batman and Superman return, but they're now joined by fresh newcomers like Wonder Woman, the Flash and Aquaman. Generally it's a light and breezy affair, heavy on the inevitable CGI set-piece sequences, but with snappier and more humorous dialogue than before. I did find the main villain a little weak, a typical CGI baddie much like Sauron in THE LORD OF THE RINGS, and they manipulate Ciaran Hinds' voice so much you can barely tell it's him. Otherwise this is a light, popcorn-style movie, enjoyable as a one-off watch.