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Batman: Soul of the Dragon

Batman: Soul of the Dragon

Animation · Action · Adventure · 2021

Bruce Wayne faces a deadly menace from his past, with the help of three former classmates: world-renowned martial artists Richard Dragon, Ben Turner and Lady Shiva.

Movie details

Batman: Soul of the Dragon

“Get ready for the ultimate showdown.”

2021 Animation · Action · Adventure 1h 23m

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6.7 / 10

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Bruce Wayne faces a deadly menace from his past, with the help of three former classmates: world-renowned martial artists Richard Dragon, Ben Turner and Lady Shiva.

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What this film says about your taste.

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The people responsible.

Directed by

Sam Liu

Written by

Jeremy Adams

David Giuntoli

David Giuntoli

Bruce Wayne / Batman (voice)

Mark Dacascos

Mark Dacascos

Richard Dragon (voice)

Kelly Hu

Kelly Hu

Lady Shiva (voice)

Michael Jai White

Michael Jai White

Ben Turner / Bronze Tiger (voice)

James Hong

James Hong

O-Sensei (voice)

Eric Bauza

Eric Bauza

Axe Gang Leader (voice)

Grey DeLisle

Grey DeLisle

Lady Eve (voice)

Court is in session

Put Batman: Soul of the Dragon on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.