If, like me, you were slightly inundated this weekend, you were aware that the next two Chronicles in the upcoming Justice League: Gods & Monsters straight-to-DVD movie were up, but you didn’t get a chance to check them out. I finally did, and am here to tell you to find a way if you haven’t seen them yet – bring your smartphone into the bathroom, go “take out the garbage”, whatever you have to do. Just watch them.

“Bomb” introduces us to this universe’s Superman, who seems to be the alien version of Tony Stark, referred to as an “arrogant bastard” by some government officials who have to make a hefty judgment call when Brainiac – who’s not what you expect – goes on a rampage. Supes saves the day, but at a pretty awful cost. I’m interested in seeing how this affects and influences him in Gods & Monsters.

“Big” is the story of Wonder Woman, Steve Trevor, a LOT of double-sided clothing tape, and a huge robot that packs a helluva punch. There’s not a lot of story in this one, which disappoints me; I learned more about Batman and Supes in both “Twisted” and “Bomb”; here, I learned that Wonder Woman is a randy girl and that Steve Trevor needs a safe word. Really? That’s all we get? I hope Gods & Monsters does her more justice.

Justice League: Gods & Monsters hits stores on July 28th! Pre-order now to make sure you get yours.