Superman was born a hero. Batman became a hero. But only Green Lantern was chosen.|Jul. 28, 2009|USA|75 Min.|PG-13
Genre: Action;Adventure;Animation;Fantasy;Science;Fiction
Description: “Green Lantern: First Flight” is a 2009 animated movie that explores the origins of the Green Lantern Corps. The story begins with the Guardians of the Universe, an ancient race that harnessed the green element—the most powerful energy in existence—to create the Green Lantern battery. However, the battery was susceptible to yellow energy, the only force capable of resisting green. To protect this weakness, the Guardians concealed the yellow element, preventing others from using it against them.
The plot follows Hal Jordan, a test pilot for Ferris Aircraft, who is chosen as the successor to Abin Sur, a fallen Green Lantern. Hal is taken to the planet Oa, home of the Green Lantern Corps, and placed under the mentorship of Sinestro, a respected senior officer who is investigating Abin’s murder. During his training, Hal discovers that Sinestro’s ideals conflict with the Guardians’ philosophy. Sinestro believes the Corps should take a more aggressive approach to crime rather than merely reacting to it.
As the story unfolds, Hal uncovers Sinestro’s true intentions: he conspired with the villain Kanjar Ro to obtain the yellow element and create a weapon to rival the Green Lantern battery. Hal’s attempts to expose Sinestro lead to a confrontation, during which he is framed for Kanjar’s death and stripped of his ring. With the help of fellow Lanterns Boodikka and Kilowog, Hal eventually exposes Sinestro’s betrayal. However, Boodikka’s loyalty lies with Sinestro, and she turns on the team. In a final battle, Hal outsmarts Boodikka, leading to her demise and putting an end to Sinestro’s plot.
The film delves into themes of justice, loyalty, and the balance between power and responsibility, offering a gripping narrative set in the expansive DC Universe.
Cast director: Lauren Montgomery
Cast actor: Christopher Meloni, Victor Garber, Michael Madsen, Tricia Helfer, John Larroquette, Kurtwood Smith, Larry Drake, William Schallert, Olivia d’Abo, Juliet Landau
Original name: Green Lantern: First Flight