Disclaimer: Contains spoilers!
Plot Summary: A test pilot is given a powerful ring from a dying alien that transforms him into a superhero soldier apart of an intergalactic military corps.
Review: Now this is how you do Green Lantern right! Instead of wasting time on earth where zany antics can ensue, Hal spends all of his time training on Oa and actually patrolling the galaxy like he's supposed to. You'd think they would borrow the script from this film for the live action version or at least get the same writers! Everything is better here; Hal is as he should be, he is fighting his most iconic villain, we see the GLs on duty, we see the full capabilities of the ring, there are surprising plot twists, way more action, no real annoying characters, no pointless comedy, and thankfully no screaming big-headed bitch! The movie also plays out very simply as we see the famous origin story of Abin Sur dying and giving his ring to Hal because he is the best humanity has to offer (get a clue live action version!). From here we see Hal being trained as a GL and nobody really likes or trusts him but Sinestro who takes Hal under his wing. Then we get some cool plot twists as they are seeking out an alien crime boss trying to get a weapon that can kill GLs. Big shock, Sinestro is evil, betrays Hal, was the one who actullay killed Abin Sur, and is trying to gain the power of the yellow lantern! Suffice to say, the climax is awesome as the GLs unite to fight Sinestro. This is a highly satisfying version of GL, and I wish this had made it to theaters rather than the live action mediocrity. If you like the GL character you'll love this, and if you can watch this before the live action version I would seriously recommend that. This is how Green Lantern is supposed to be and this is a fantastic film.
Notable Moment: When Hal is fully powered by the green battery and has a final showdown against Sinestro and his yellow battery.
Final Rating: 8/10
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