Synopsis: Fueled by hatred and jealousy, Lex Luthor masterminds an elaborate plot to kill the Man of Steel – and it works. Poisoned by solar radiation, Superman is dying. With weeks to live, he fulfills his life’s dreams – especially revealing his true identity to Lois Lane – until Luthor proclaims his ultimate plan to control the world with no alien hero to stop him. Powers fading, Superman engages in a spectacular deadly battle with Luthor that could truly trigger the end of Earth’s Greatest Protector. This startling and gripping DC Universe Animated Original Movie stars the voice talents of James Denton, Anthony LaPaglia, Christina Hendricks and Ed Asner.

Review: I've never read the original All-Star Superman comic book series, athough I had meant to.   From what I understand this animated film is a very loyal interpretation of the original story.  The basic premise is one straight out of the 50s Superman sci-fi era tales.  The Superman you see in this film isn't quite the boyscout Supes we usually get today.  He's a little more gruff and less friendly, although just as in love with Lois.  Lex is pretty much the same, nothing much ever changes there.  I found the film to be entertaining and was certainly worth the watch.   The only negative to this release is the lack of Dc Animated Short!  We've gotten so used to these treats with each release, so get back on that WB!  Otherwise, a greatly enjoyable release.

The special features in this set include: Sneak Peek at "Green Lantern: Emerald Knights"
Featurette: “Superman Now” – In a moment of inspiration, Grant Morrison was provided an opportunity to revamp the Man of Steel into something modern, something more relevant for today’s audience. This is the story of All-Star Superman – where it all started, and what it came to be, Two bonus episodes from "Superman: The Animated Series" handpicked by Bruce Timm, Featurette: “Incubating the Idea” – A conversation with Grant Morrison, Audio Commentary: Bruce Timm and Grant Morrison and All-Star Superman Virtual Comic Book.

Links: The Superman Super-Site

Interest Range: Dc Universe, Dc Comics, Superman, Animated Films