Superman, 1941-1942 retails for $26.00. Daedalus Books is selling it for $7.98. This set includes 2-DVDs full of 17 short animated features. In addition to gems like The Mechanical Monsters, Billon Dollar Limited, The Arctic Giant and The Bulleteers, this set includes some bonus features. First Flight: The Fleischer Superman Series is an engaging documentary featuring interviews with modern animators who discuss their affection for the Fleischer series. There’s also a brief but informative look at Max Fleischer’s rise to prominence. If you’re a Superman fan and/or a superhero animation fan, there’s plenty to like with this set. Especially, the price.
Cool. How’s the picture quality?
I found the picture quality acceptable, Rick. Given the 1940s vintage, I’d say this restoration is about as good as it gets.
Get thee behind me, Satan.
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Yes, Jeff, George the Tempter is back at work!
I bet this one is a lot less dark than the one Kevin watches. Thing scares me to death.
Lois Lane is always getting in trouble in these shorts, Patti. I think they’re a lot of fun.
By the way, George, when does teaching start for you?
I went back to work last week, Rick. Standing for an hour on my new knee causes some swelling, but I ice it as soon as I get home. So far, so good.
Are these the ones with a nice art deco look to them?
Yes, Drongo. There’s a nice style to these Theatrical Shorts from 1941-1942. Some of the later shorts, done with another team and different voices, aren’t so good.