We've noted previously how former DIC co-founder Jean Chalopin's new company had landed a deal to produce The New Adventures of He-Man in 1990, four years after the Filmation series ended. It appears as though Chalopin retained his contacts in the animation business, as some of the artwork has some influence of Japanese anime.
Unfortunately, the voice casting left a lot to be desired. Campbell Lane was cast as arch-villain Skeletor, and is just all wrong for the part. Apparently, the recording was done in Canada, else Alan Oppenheimer could've been brought in to reprise. Filmation wasn't exactly the greatest during their 25 years in the business, but there's no brightness to this series.
If you don't believe me, check "Crack in The World":
The revival, helmed by Kevin Smith, debuts later this month on Netflix, and it can't come soon enough.
Rating: D.
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