Superman Returns

[sodascouts]

I was entertained, but a bit disappointed. I found this Superman to be a lot less attractive and endearing than Christopher Reeve's. There was something very plastic-y and "too perfect" about him (done deliberately? maybe). He didn't convey the inner vulnerability that makes Superman human, even though he's almost invulnerable physically. In fact, I actually found Lois Lane's fiance more attractive than Superman.

There were some plot problems that made me cringe, like Lois taking her young son with her to where she expected criminals were hiding, even though she was dressed in formal wear about to go to an awards dinner. "First we question the bad guys, honey, then we go to the Pulitizer place." PUH-LEEZE.

I do agree that Kevin Spacey did a terrific job as Lex. Showing Superman stop a bullet with his eye was pretty cool too. I was like "DANG!" lol The love triangle was unexpectedly complicated - his rival was actually a NICE GUY! It's also great that they were able to use the original Williams score.

So I say it's worth a watch, even if it's not stellar.

[DavidMn]

Originally Posted by sodascouts

I was entertained, but a bit disappointed. I found this Superman to be a lot less attractive and endearing than Christopher Reeve's. There was something very plastic-y and "too perfect" about him (done deliberately? maybe). He didn't convey the inner vulnerability that makes Superman human, even though he's almost invulnerable physically. In fact, I actually found Lois Lane's fiance more attractive than Superman.

There were some plot problems that made me cringe, like Lois taking her young son with her to where she expected criminals were hiding, even though she was dressed in formal wear about to go to an awards dinner. "First we question the bad guys, honey, then we go to the Pulitizer place." PUH-LEEZE.

I do agree that Kevin Spacey did a terrific job as Lex. Showing Superman stop a bullet with his eye was pretty cool too. I was like "DANG!" lol The love triangle was unexpectedly complicated - his rival was actually a NICE GUY! It's also great that they were able to use the original Williams score.

So I say it's worth a watch, even if it's not stellar.

Thats about what I figured. ABout a 2.5 out of 5 stars

[Villavic]

Is it a romantic movie?? Superman II was, among the action scenes, of course. It was my fave. (of ocurse III and IV were so bad I never saw them completely). But this movie, is it romantic?

[DavidMn]

Originally Posted by Villavic

Is it a romantic movie?? Superman II was, among the action scenes, of course. It was my fave. (of ocurse III and IV were so bad I never saw them completely). But this movie, is it romantic?

I thought 2 was very good too.

[tommer]

i'm definetly going to see it on IMAX.

[strandinthewind]

I saw and liked it, esp. Parker Posey!!!!!!

Also, kudos to Eva Marie Saint in her portrayal as his mother.

[mylittledemon]

Originally Posted by DavidMn

I thought 2 was very good too.

Superman II was a work of genius. This new movie was entertaining, but it wasn't lasting. After it was over, I found myself trying to remember the "high" points of the movie. This new Routh guy was good, but not as classic & iconic looking as Christopher Reeve. Kevin Spacey disappointed me as Lex too. It was if his big plan wasnt thought out quite well and he just stood back and watched his henchmen do all the work.