Jonah Hex makes an appearance in the DC Showcase, of course he does. Justice was served to the bounty hunter, with a relatively simple story that is quite entertaining and definitely worth a chance. Reflecting his skills and his characteristic way of solving problems.
Once again, Joaquim Dos Santos showcased the affection and excellent work of great figures from the publishing house, as well as their immense potential for incredible stories and productions. Without a doubt, the director knows what he is doing and does it in the best way.
The short film has a musical score that is highly connected and focused on what it aims to convey, aligning perfectly with the action scenes and moments of appreciation for the character. The animation is decent, very similar to its predecessor, and it maintains that great fluidity of movement. Here, the tone undergoes a significant change due to the time in which the events take place, fully connecting with the audience, as well as differentiating key environments and characters.
Thomas Jane did a great job with his voice acting, successfully capturing his portrayal of Jonah Hex. On the other hand, actress Linda Hamilton (Madame Lorraine) surprises with every dialogue, bringing that sensual tone which fits perfectly.
The focus on deception, death, vandalism, prostitution, settled accounts, legacy, persecution, and punishment was executed excellently.
Jonah Hex is a rather interesting anti-hero who could add a lot of entertaining stories or adventures, but the publisher has not exploited his potential. In this short film, the quality it possesses was made very clear.
6.5/10.
