Matylda Swan It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties.

Deanna There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

Zlatica One of the worst ways to make a cult movie is to set out to make a cult movie.

Raymond Sierra The film may be flawed, but its message is not.

Pjtaylor-96-138044 'Superman/Batman: Public Enemies (2009)' is essentially a less nuanced version of 'Captain America: Civil War (2016)'. It presents an interesting premise but does mostly boil it down to its most barebones of beats, with more moments ending up in high-flying but appropriately weighty fisticuffs than in character development or other narrative-based thought. Still, there's consistent fun to be had and, though the characterisations are all fairly basic and unfaltering, the admittedly fairly generic story tries to be at the forefront of the piece at all times. There are only some sections in which that focus seems to have been slightly misplaced, moments in which the punch-ups overshadow the plot. Even then, however, there's always entertainment in seeing our heroes fight their C-list - and sometimes even D-list - foes (with a few more famous cameos thrown in for fun), even when it would better serve the narrative for a more subtle scene. Silly moments come and go, too, but can all but be forgotten in the wider context of the piece. In the end, this is enjoyable but pretty one-note stuff. 6/10

Thomas Drufke In preparation for the upcoming Batman V Superman film, I've decided to revisit a few of each of the heroes' feature films, especially those where they come in direct conflict with one another.2016 is a big year for comic-book films. Batman and Superman are obviously squaring off very soon, but so is Captain America and Iron Man in Civil War. For all intents and purposes, 'Public Enemies' is DC's version of that comic book storyline. We begin as Lex Luthor takes over as president, using tactics similar to a presidential candidate running for office this year, which gives this film an interesting significance among films of this genre. The film is very much formulated like every other superhero movie, but I liked seeing parallels and a few valid points about society as a whole today. For the most part, it's just one punch after another, but for the avid superhero fan, that's enough.Batman and Superman are close friends here and for once, on the same side of the coin. After a framed murder from Lex on Supes, him and Batman become public enemies among the entire country. This even includes other members of the Justice League who were dumb enough to think Lex was a serious presidential candidate. Throughout the film you get appearances from famous villains like Solomon Grundy or Mongo and heroes like Hawkman and Shazam, all there to take in Batman and Superman. The film loses its political and moral focus a bit as it slips into an action extravaganza with all these heroes and villains, but eventually it gets back on track.The best part about the film is once again the dynamic between Batman and Superman. Conroy and Daly once again voice the two heroes as they take on a friendly bond this time around. Heck even Christopher Drake does the score. If you're a superhero fan, it's hard not to believe you would enjoy watching this film, but it's nowhere near the cerebral masterpiece that The Dark Knight Returns or some of the other animated films are. At the very least, the film is a smart commentary on corruption and misrepresentation in the media, which is something you barely see in a superhero flick.+Voice talent, enough said+Cool appearances from heroes and villains+Christopher Drake+Commentary on our society-Fight scenes take over the fascinating elements of the story sometimes8.2/10

Torche1 Just finished watching it.I usually love DC animation movies. This one had a decent plot. With the right producing and directing they could have made a great movie with this plot... but the art style and animation are a big let-down. This really feels like something that was made back in the late 90s/early 2000s... I still have a hard time believing this was made in 2009. I look at "The Dark Knight Returns" films, which were made with the exact same budget, and the art/animation is vastly superior in those titles. Hardly even comparable.I generously give "Superman/Batman: Public Enemies" a 6/10. For the plot and because I'm a big DC fan. If you are looking for a visual feast, you will be disappointed.

Argemaluco After the economical disappointment of Superman Returns, DC Comics redeemed itself with the big critical and commercial success of The Dark Knight.However, I am afraid that that victory created unreal expectations which will sabotage the future films from that publishing company (which has more pressure since it became on a producing company).As examples, I can mention the numerous and frustrated adaptations of Wonder Woman, Justice League, Supermax, Aquaman (produced by Leonardo DiCaprio), Green Lantern (with Ryan Reynolds) and Plastic Man (directed by the Wachowski Bros.).Or that projects will never receive the green-light, or their progress is by turtle steps, and as the times go by, their releases seem more far away, instead of getting nearer.It is obvious the executives from the company are obviously re-planning strategies (translation: trying to cypher what made The Dark Knight so successful).Having said all that, I have to admit I am happy to see those delays; I honestly do not think Warner Bros. (DC Comics' owner) will be able to triumph again with any of those movies.It is more probable that those adaptations will follow the same unfortunate destiny as Constantine or Catwoman.But, seeing all that from the positive side, those delays and conflicts have left the free field to the making of solid animation movies whose creators really comprehend the essence of comics, they respect the characters and they take advantage of the animation in order to tell stories which would not be able to be filmed with real actors.And the best thing of all is that they are not subject to the demands and whims from the executives, agents and lawyers from Hollywood.Superman/Batman: Public Enemies is a clear proof that "less is more", and although it does not reach the heights from the extraordinary Justice League: The New Frontier, it represents a fascinating view to the most popular characters from DC Comics.Although their methods are different on practice and ideology, Batman and Superman have worked together on many occasions.Their adventures with each other appear on comics like Justice League of America, World's Finest and Superman/Batman.On those stories, their relationship is occasionally rough, some times friendly and other ones antagonistic...but always with a lot of mutual respect.Superman/Batman: Public Enemies perfectly captures the emotional up and downs from that dynamic, with credible and intelligent dialogs which draw their personalities.The screenplay from this movie is truly brilliant, because it is hugely entertaining and deep at the same time.In summary, I have enjoyed Superman/Batman: Public Enemies much more than most of the "real" super-hero films, because it puts the emphasis on the characters and the story, and not on special effects.So, I recommend Superman/Batman: Public Enemies as a great film, which is ideal for having a very entertaining and satisfactory time.