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One part vigilante, one part criminal kingpin, Red Hood begins cleaning up Gotham with the efficiency of Batman, but without following the same ethical code.
Batman faces a mysterious vigilante known as the Red Hood, who is orchestrating a crime syndicate in Gotham City. As Batman investigates, he uncovers the Red Hood's shocking identity and a dark secret from his past that challenges his methods and beliefs. The film explores themes of vengeance, loss, and the fine line between hero and anti-hero.
Batman: Under the Red Hood was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its mature storytelling, compelling character development, and faithful adaptation of the comic book storyline. It is widely regarded as one of the best Batman animated films.
Praised for its dark and complex narrative that delves into Batman's psyche.
Lauded for its excellent voice acting, particularly Bruce Greenwood as Batman and Jensen Ackles as the Red Hood.
Applauded for its faithful and mature adaptation of the iconic comic book storyline.
Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved the film, highlighting its engaging plot, intense action sequences, and the nuanced portrayal of the Red Hood character. Many found it to be a standout in the Batman animated filmography.
Nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Production. Widely considered a landmark in DC Universe Animated Original Movies.
Jensen Ackles, who voiced the Red Hood, was also known for his role as Dean Winchester in the popular TV series Supernatural, which shares a similar tone of darkness and moral ambiguity with this Batman story.
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