Green Lantern: Emerald Knights (2011)

Green Lantern: Emerald Knights Poster

As the home planet of the Green Lantern Corps faces a battle with an ancient enemy, Hal Jordan prepares new recruit Arisia for the coming conflict by relating stories of the first Green Lantern and several of Hal's comrades.

Introduction
"Green Lantern: Emerald Knights" is an animated anthology movie that was released in 2011 under the instructions of Christopher Berkeley, Lauren Montgomery, and Jay Oliva. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, this film provides an intriguing mix of sci-fi adventure and superhero action featuring the popular Green Lantern Corps characters from DC Comics.

Plot Summary
The film details the complex impressive journey of the intergalactic police force, the Green Lantern Corps. The officers are bestowed with magical rings that enhance them with remarkable powers. The storyline engrosses the approaching doom faced by the Green Lanterns' house world, Oa, from an ancient antagonistic entity named Krona.

While preparing for the devastating battle against Krona, veteran Green Lantern, Hal Jordan (voiced by Nathan Fillion), tells the stories of numerous famous Green Lanterns to a novice hire, Arisia (Elisabeth Moss). These interconnected stories represent the specific tales of Avra, the first Green Lantern, the analytical Kilowog, Laira, who fights her internal demons, Mogo, the sentient world, and the eternally loyal Abin Sur.

Storyboard
The first tale explains the simple scribe, Avra, who is inadvertently selected as the first Green Lantern. He reinvents making use of the Green Lantern power ring, setting the precedence of producing constructs with the ring's energy.

The 2nd story revolves around Kilowog, whose undying spirit and the memory of his deceased mentor drive him to train brand-new Lantern hires relentlessly. Kilowog, voiced by Henry Rollins, provides a remarkable lesson in nerve and strength.

Laira's story communicates an exhilarating story of a Lantern who, against her will, has to face her household's disgrace and betrayal. The 4th tale of the living Green Lantern world, Mogo, incorporates an unpredicted twist in narration and personifies the oft-quoted expression "actions speak louder than words".

The last story revolves around the brave acts of Abin Sur (Arnold Vosloo), Hal Jordan's predecessor, in a legendary face-off with Atrocitus, preparing the path for the ultimate fight versus Krona.

Conclusion
As the Corps gets ready for the end of the world against Krona, Arisia shows her bravery and maturity, prepared to face the hazard regardless of her rookie status. The film culminates in an epic fight that testifies to the cumulative strength of the Green Lanterns and their irrefutable commitment towards securing the universe.

Overall Impression
"Green Lantern: Emerald Knights" is an engaging and interesting film, particularly for audiences interested in superhero narratives or DC Comics. The movie is a celebration of variety and unity, showing different Lanterns from numerous backgrounds and histories unifying to form an unconquerable force. While presenting the Green Lantern Corps' triumph over misfortune, it highlights themes of courage, loyalty, and the ability to get rid of personal demons. The narrative skillfully weaves specific tales into a bigger canvas, developing an intriguing amalgamation of storytelling and complex characterizations.

Top Cast

  • Nathan Fillion (small)
    Nathan Fillion
    Hal Jordan / Green Lantern (voice)
  • Jason Isaacs (small)
    Jason Isaacs
    Sinestro (voice)
  • Elisabeth Moss (small)
    Elisabeth Moss
    Arisia Rrab (voice)
  • Kelly Hu (small)
    Kelly Hu
    Laira (voice)
  • Arnold Vosloo (small)
    Arnold Vosloo
    Abin Sur (voice)
  • Roddy Piper (small)
    Roddy Piper
    Bolphunga (voice)
  • Henry Rollins (small)
    Henry Rollins
    Kilowog (voice)
  • Tony Amendola (small)
    Tony Amendola
    Kentor / Appa Ali Apsa (voice)
  • Grey DeLisle (small)
    Grey DeLisle
    Ree'Yu / Ardakian Trawl / Boodikka (voice)
  • Michael Jackson (small)
    Michael Jackson
    Ganthet (voice)
  • Peter Jessop (small)
    Peter Jessop
    Salaak (voice)