Batman: Caped Crusader -- Episode 7 Review

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Commissioner Gordon and his defense lawyer daughter are bickering. Barbara just won a victory for her client — a client Gordon is convinced was guilty. He insists he belongs in prison; she insists he deserves a second chance. As they’re walking down the front steps of the courthouse, Renee and some other dude who will only appear in this episode tell them they’re not safe. “You need to come with us! We just got a tip that….” They’re interrupted by the thing they got a tip about. A man from below shouts “HEY GORDON!” and lifts up a gun. Before he can fire, though. Guy Who Will Only Appear In This Episode whips out his own pistol and fires first. Renee could elaborate on the point she was about to make, but it’s clear: someone in the criminal underworld has put a hit out on the Commissioner, and bad guys will be hunting him down to collect. Gordon’s co-workers have varied ideas on how to handle this. Bullock and Flass want the blunt approach, taking dozens of cop cars to swarm the streets until they find the man who ordered the hit. Barbara wants Gordon to hide in a safe […]
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Commissioner Gordon and his defense lawyer daughter are bickering. Barbara just won a victory for her client -- a client Gordon is convinced was guilty.

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[Sailor Krypton]

I must say, "Moving Target" had all the potential in the world but ended up squandering it. The animation was a letdown, with characters moving like they were stuck in some kind of quicksand. The plot felt rushed, with Batman doing most of his detective work off-screen, which is just lazy storytelling. Barbara's arc was the only saving grace, but even that was overshadowed by the lackluster execution. It's like they forgot what made Batman compelling in the first place. I'm not holding my breath for the next episodes to fix this mess. If this is the direction Caped Crusader is heading, I might just stick to the comics.

 

[JeffraGray]

Despite the rough edges in "Moving Target," I see a glimmer of hope for the series. Yes, the animation was substandard, and the plot felt a bit thin, but let's not forget the emotional depth with Barbara. Her struggle with the corrupt world around her hints at a broader narrative arc, possibly leading to a Batgirl story. I think this episode, while flawed, sets the stage for character development that we might not fully appreciate yet. Batman's limited screen time was disappointing, but perhaps it's a strategic narrative choice to build suspense. I'm curious to see where they take this, and I'm not ready to write off Caped Crusader just yet.

 

[DapperVibes]

The reveal about Barbara being the target was a twist, but it felt unearned and abrupt. The episode's ending, with Barbara in a reflective, somber mood, was poignant but isolated from the episode's action, making it feel disconnected. This episode was a missed opportunity to weave the compelling threads of Gotham's corruption with Batman's vigilance.

 

[BenjaminBenjaminBenjamin]

I'll be honest, "Moving Target" wasn't the best showcase for Caped Crusader, but I'm still on board. The animation? Yeah, it was off, but I'm more invested in the narrative. Barbara's arc was compelling, giving us a glimpse into the personal toll of her fight against Gotham's corruption. I love how they're setting up for potential growth or transformation for her character. Sure, Batman's detective work was mostly unseen, but I appreciate the focus on other characters. Onomatopoeia was a fun addition to the rogue gallery.

 

[Chance]

The animation was embarrassingly poor, with movements that felt like they were pulled straight from early 2000s Flash animations. The plot seemed like an afterthought, with Batman's investigation happening off-screen, which is just not how you build tension or character in a Batman story. The villains, especially Onomatopoeia, were underdeveloped, serving more as a plot device than actual threats. The twist with Barbara being the target had potential, but the execution was so weak it felt like an afterthought. The emotional scenes with Barbara were the only highlights, showing some promise for character development, but they were too little too late for this episode. If Caped Crusader doesn't pick up its game, it's going to lose fans who've been loyal to the Bat mythos for years.

 

[LewicForin]

This episode made me miss the old Batman animated series. "Moving Target" was just... not it. The animation felt like a step back, and where was the iconic Batman we know and love? Barely there. Barbara's storyline was the only thing that held any emotional weight, but it was like an oasis in the desert of this episode. Come on, Bruce Timm, show us what you're really capable of!