Watchmen: Chapter II

So, I just finished watching Watchmen: Chapter II (2024) and it was another excellent Watchmen movie.

Positives for Watchmen: Chapter II (2024): This second movie does a fantastic job at continuing the story from Chapter I (2024). I was still invested in the journey with these characters and their interaction with each other are still fun to watch. The animation style for these two movies still looks amazing. And finally, the ending to this movie was nice and very satisfying.

Mixed for Watchmen: Chapter II (2024): II am still confident that a lot of Watchmen Fans won't be satisfied with this iteration of Watchmen and I understand that, but I had fun with these two movies.

Overall, Watchmen: Chapter II (2024) was a great closing chapter to this iteration of Watchmen and I was very satisfied with it.

Rorschach's journey in Watchmen is a testament to unyielding heroism in a morally complex world. Despite his flaws, he embodies the purest sense of justice, standing firm against corruption and compromise until the very end. His unwavering resolve, commitment to truth, and ultimate sacrifice solidify him as the story's greatest hero.

Rorschach's heroism begins with his refusal to conform. Unlike his peers, who either retire or work within the confines of the law, he continues his vigilantism despite the Keene Act banning masked heroes. For him, justice is non-negotiable, and his actions are guided by a strict moral code. He patrols a decaying society not for fame or power but because he believes it is the right thing to do.

The murder of Edward Blake (The Comedian) sets Rorschach on a path of relentless investigation. Where others see a random crime, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens millions. His determination to expose the truth, no matter the obstacles or dangers, highlights his greatest quality: an unshakable belief in honesty and justice. Unlike his colleagues, who grow weary or disillusioned, Rorschach never wavers.

In the climax, his moral integrity is tested. Ozymandias reveals his plan to sacrifice millions to unite the world and avert nuclear war. While others, including Dr. Manhattan, accept this as a necessary evil, Rorschach refuses. For him, the ends do not justify the means. He boldly declares, "Never compromise. Not even in the face of Armageddon." This line captures his essence: a man who would rather die than betray his principles.

Rorschach's refusal to stay silent about Ozymandias' crimes ultimately leads to his death. Confronted by Dr. Manhattan, he demands to be killed rather than live knowing the truth will be buried. His death is not a defeat but a final act of defiance, a statement that justice and truth are worth more than life itself.

Though brutal and uncompromising, Rorschach stands as the moral heart of Watchmen. In a world of moral ambiguity, he is a rare figure who holds firm to his ideals. His tragic end serves as a reminder of the cost of integrity in a corrupt world. Rorschach's legacy is not just his actions but his unwavering belief that truth and justice are worth any sacrifice.

Alright, let me just say it upfront: Watchmen Chapter 2 kicks ass.

If you thought Chapter 1 set the tone, this one punches you in the face with it and then makes you ask for more. The direction? Flawless. It's dark, intense, unapologetic, and every frame feels like it's ripped right out of the comic and soaked in blood and cigarette smoke.

Let's talk about what works:

Direction - 10/10

The directors clearly know what they're doing. The mood, the pacing, the way scenes unfold-there's a sense of control here. You can feel the tension ramp up even in the quiet moments. No scene overstays its welcome, and the big moments hit hard. They didn't just adapt a comic-they translated it, with all the grit and grime intact.

Voice Acting - 10/10

Spot-on. Every voice matches the character like it's their soul speaking. Rorschach sounds exactly like he should-paranoid, broken, and dangerous. Dan's got that lovable sad sack energy. Laurie? Strong and conflicted. And Sally... yeah, we'll get to Sally. Point is: the voice team nailed the emotional beats. No wooden delivery, no cringe-just good acting.

Animation - 9.5/10

Absolutely gorgeous. This isn't Saturday morning cartoon crap-this is high-end, stylized violence and drama. The fight scenes are brutal and clean, the facial expressions are nuanced, and the lighting is pure noir porn. Every scene feels like it belongs on a giant screen in a dark room with a glass of whiskey.

Sound - 8.5/10

Solid. The score underlines the emotional weight without overdoing it, and the effects during action scenes are crisp and punchy. Sometimes the music swells a bit much, but honestly? It's forgivable.

Editing - 8/10

Clean, sharp, gets the job done. Transitions are smooth, especially when jumping between timelines or memories. Could it be tighter in a couple of scenes? Maybe. But nothing that pulls you out of the experience.

And now, Sally Jupiter...

Jesus Christ. I don't know who decided to make Sally the goddess of seduction in this one, but they deserve a raise and a bottle of champagne. She's magnetic every time she's on screen. The animators really leaned into her presence-every glance, every strut, every camera movement around her feels intentional. You can feel the room stop when she walks in. The way they framed her, especially during the flashback scenes, is pure cinema. She's not just eye candy-she's the whole damn dessert tray.

And yeah, let's be honest: the butt shots? Yeah, they're there. Tastefully framed, but not shy either. It's provocative without being sleazy. She owns her sexuality in a way that feels both empowering and thematically relevant, especially given her role in the Minutemen and her complicated legacy. Beautifully done.

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Final Thoughts:

If you're a fan of the original Watchmen or even just good adult animation, you owe it to yourself to watch this. It's raw, visually stunning, and filled with layered performances and storytelling that actually respects your intelligence. It's not just a nostalgia trip-it's a real adaptation that understands the soul of the source.

Also... more Sally, please.

8/10. Would watch again. With whiskey.

I'm happy to report that "Watchmen: Chapter II" is just as good as the original.

I love the gritty, real-world feel of the animation: really atmospheric in a feature that contains a lot of brutal violence.

For the final DC Animated Universe movie ever - or so they say - they really went all out, getting Titus Welliver, Matthew Rhys and Katee Sackhoff amongst others to lend their talents to bring a good script and story to life.

The whole cast was great, but Welliver (of "Bosch" fame) deserves special mention for his turn as Rorscach.

If this is indeed the last DC animated feature, they definitely went out on a high.

First of all part one was good but nothing groundbreaking..I went into this hopeful of something slightly better and they really impressed me.

The use of sound and score is one of the best I've heard any movie use. It is excellent. There's a real sense of dread and impending doom and it's built over the 90 mins perfectly.

The animation and sets are incredible but when it's bad it really stands out. I felt there was maybe a few scenes it looked out of place or cheap but that was less than a few mins total(one example John on balcony on mars)

Voice acting can't get much better either. Titus welliver as Rorschach. Rory Baker as Ozzy. Sally and the narrator also put in top tier performances..

Great fight scenes coupled with lots of blood.and gore

Sit down and enjoy this 90 minute adaptation of a classic that I don't think anyone else has delivered.