Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

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Josh_a_0Mar 26, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best Superhero i have watched. Especially the part when the Bat beats up GOONS to get to Martha.... Though wrong casting Lex Luthor was a bit below par… Expand

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sauce_nightMay 3, 2018

The writing works. The themes and sociopoliticla commentary work. Batman works. Superman works.

The movie works.

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EgeBerkOct 15, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I didn't understand why so many bad comments were coming, so it wasn't a very good movie but it didn't deserve so bad reviews.

DC started a new series in the first film(Man Of Steel) about the Superman , which was the second film while Batman V Superman, although it was actually a bit of a batman-weighted film, at least giving it an impression.
I like the movie, I like the batman, maybe I like this movie so I like it.

but frankly the scenes script all came to me beautiful,I didn't like the last battle scene thats it

I also liked the fact that the death of the superman added an emotional atmosphere to the film.… Expand

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Ryanm42Mar 3, 2019

This movie was really good! I was very pleasantly surprised. This is another sad example of the media taking something too far. Already bought it on blu-ray. I'm telling all my friends. This movie is GOOD.

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alex_gkoumas7Oct 21, 2018

An absolute masterpiece comic book movie from Zack Snyder. Cinematography at its best! Amazing visuals and CGI. Dark and simple just like the comics of DC is. Ben Affleck is the best Batman ever. Jesse Eisenbergs performance was magnificent.An absolute masterpiece comic book movie from Zack Snyder. Cinematography at its best! Amazing visuals and CGI. Dark and simple just like the comics of DC is. Ben Affleck is the best Batman ever. Jesse Eisenbergs performance was magnificent. With some corrections to the script that would be the best comic book movie ever made.… Expand

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PiotrZ321Nov 22, 2018

This is my favourite supehero movie of all time!!! Lets see if Aquaman can take that spot!

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l4nokNov 24, 2018

I realy liked the director Zack Snyder, the movie it´s dark and we have the true theme about dark night about bruce wayne,and the superman´s death.

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coolwaliJun 22, 2020

A brave film that explores its characters and world as more real than ever. One of the very best films

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Tung1501Oct 8, 2019

Zack Snyder did a great job ! This movie is very beautiful, the story was good and the best Batman ever !

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GWF1987Jul 22, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Underrated by critics

Only hated because it doesn't spoonfeed you with a basic and formulaic plot like what has become the "Gold Standard" from Marvel Studios

Critics and general audiences went in with a want to hate this, because it was competition for the MCU. We saw it from the moment Ben Affleck was cast as Batman, and honestly he was fantastic

This is a movie that has blown everything the MCU has done out of water in terms of story, character development, acting, effects, score.

It introduced us to Wonder Woman, gave us a compelling Superman who struggled and questioned himself, which critics whined about because they were upset he wasn't just a brainless smiling goon saving cats from trees.

The Martha scene is another example of how stupid audiences and critics have gotten. Everyone acts like it was just "they became friends because their Moms had the same name". That is far from the truth. Clark had already realized Bruce refused to listen to him, so if he said 'save my mother' he had no way of knowing if Batman would care. And Bruce had no way of knowing the extent of Superman's powers, so for all he knew he had read his mind and was messing with him to save himself. That's why Bruce went into a rage screaming "WHY DID YOU SAY THAT NAME?!"

When he found out it was Superman's mother's name when Lois put herself between Clark and the spear that was when Bruce realized how wrong he had been. You could see it in his eyes when he staggered back before angrily chucking the spear away. He had almost become the very thing he had spent his adult life fighting against. A monster who kills the innocent.

Vowing to save Martha Kent was his way to atone, to show that he was willing to make things right to make up for the mistake he had made judging Superman because of his own rage towards him.

The irony of people having a simplistic view of that scene is that they thought the plot-hole and plot-convenience bullcrap of Captain America: Civil War to reveal Bucky had killed Tony's parents was a good scene, when no matter how you look at it that scene was stupid compared to the Martha scene.

This film was fantastic and the Ultimate Edition was incredible. When the film was announced to have been 3 hours the same media who just this year gushed over the idea of a 3 hours Avengers: Endgame whined until WB forced Zack Snyder to chop 30 minutes off the runtime. Those 30 minutes ended up being important.

The theatrical cut was good, the Ultimate Cut was a masterpiece and like The Dark Knight nothing the MCU has will ever compare. No matter how much critics are overly critical of DC movies while using the lowest of bars to judge the MCU

This film is why I stopped caring what critics had to say about anything, especially seeing the high marks they gave to even the worst MCU movies

This movie is an underrated gem and those who love it will always be able to debunk the whiny complaints by people who only hate it because it's not the MCU… Expand

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petychApr 15, 2019

stupid people did not understand the film. Affleck played well and the film as a whole is very good. Compared with the "dark knight", he is simple to have a gorgeous.

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julianm94May 17, 2019

una excelente pelicula, tiene una esencia de oscuridad en toda la trama lo cual es muy interesante y un final tremendamente inesperado.

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carlosbillegasJul 7, 2019

this film focuses on reaching moments that only a lifelong fan would understand what obviously segments the market and makes people in the common do not enjoy a good movie my advice for the studios is to make good movies for everyone not onlythis film focuses on reaching moments that only a lifelong fan would understand what obviously segments the market and makes people in the common do not enjoy a good movie my advice for the studios is to make good movies for everyone not only for fans more good historys and less easter eggs… Expand

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DCEU4everApr 11, 2020

There are three types of people in the world: Marvel Snobs, people who've seen this movie once and gave it a low rating, and people who've seen it twice and given it a hefty rating.

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wagnerowJun 6, 2020

It's a great movie. The story is very engaging and the performances and visual effects are great.

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pur__0_0__Mar 21, 2021

I didn't really like this film when I saw the theatrical cut on Prime for the first time. I was hoping to see Superman and Batman fight each other for 2 hours. I didn't need them to have a reason to fight. I just wanted them to fight over theI didn't really like this film when I saw the theatrical cut on Prime for the first time. I was hoping to see Superman and Batman fight each other for 2 hours. I didn't need them to have a reason to fight. I just wanted them to fight over the most trivial reason. After all, I am watching the film for that very reason. Then why aren't they doing it? And on top of it the quality of the movie was also terrible. The audio was too low to be understood without subtitles, the video was too dark, there was too much talking, no Snyder-ish thing was happening most of the time, even their fight didn’t seem like Zack Snyder’s work (the warehouse fight looked more like it). And the Doomsday fight looked forced. And in the movie titled Batman v Superman the fight between the two legends lasts for barely 10 minutes after which they just say Martha and the fight ends.

People often have a problem with this movie because Batman was killing everyone and Superman looked very gloomy. But personally I didn't mind that, since I hadn't watched any Batman movies before (this was my 2nd DC movie after Man of Steel) so I didn't know Batman has a no kill rule, and I didn't like the happy underwear-on-pants Superman (it's the very reason why I wanted Batman to beat up Superman in this movie). Henry Cavill's Superman is the reason why I started liking Superman in the first place. I also do not have any problem with Lex Luthor since I liked the way he spoke; he sounded a bit like Shah Rukh Khan. And also because I hadn't seen Lex Luthor before, so I just saw him as an original character.

But afterwards I watched the Ultimate Edition with subtitles, and this time I was paying more attention to the other characters instead of waiting for the two heroes to beat out each other the way I thought they would do. I think this is something common in all the Zack Snyder movies - you can only appreciate them if you already know the story. Because then you pay more attention to the visual appeal and how cool everyone and everything is looking. Their dialogues now made more sense, since I could read the subtitles instead of struggling with the volume. I was patiently looking at each and every scene. All the pieces that didn't connect in the theatrical version, most of them did in the Ultimate Edition.

In my opinion the theatrical version should have never existed. I mean this movie is based on two of the world's most powerful superheroes. Why wouldn't people want to see it no matter how long it runs for? And since it made more sense, more people would have seen it, because of which it would have earned more.… Expand

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MikeTepelusApr 30, 2021

It is only now I have started to watch or rewatch the whole DC movie series and this film was no disappointment to me.

Maybe in earlier years we all asked ourselves who could win if two of the most known superheroes fight each other. AboutIt is only now I have started to watch or rewatch the whole DC movie series and this film was no disappointment to me.

Maybe in earlier years we all asked ourselves who could win if two of the most known superheroes fight each other.

About the movie itself, Batman, as well as Superman, is well depicted and also truthful, I as well surprise to see Jeremy Irons playing Alfred, the butler, and the first time I saw Lex Luthor played in a film so I could remember was a pleasant encounter, even if he resembled in some moments with Batman's nemesis, the Joker.… Expand

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Anus1142119Aug 30, 2020

An undoubted masterpiece. One of the best superhero movie ever made. Brain is highly recommended while watching this movie

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JnthnnDec 29, 2020

A versão de cinema tem seus cortes bruscos, ainda sim é uma experiência única do gênero de super-heróis.

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Carloch22Feb 5, 2021

This film is wonderful, a breath of fresh air to the genre, with a great vision and ideological concepts the director manages to show a new version of a Superman under construction but that never ceases to be that symbol of hope for people.This film is wonderful, a breath of fresh air to the genre, with a great vision and ideological concepts the director manages to show a new version of a Superman under construction but that never ceases to be that symbol of hope for people. Ben Afleck for his part could not better fit the role like a glove, a magnificent performance of the Ghotham vigilante that had not been seen since Keaton's performance. A film with ups and downs, but as a new spectator, it returned my affection for the genre, looking forward to seeing Zack Snyder JL and being able to unite them as a cult trilogy for a large part of the fandome with a narrative of a Greek epic.… Expand

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RealShubhamFeb 7, 2021

Everyshot is breathtaking
Music is incredible Acting is jaw dropping
Ends the movie with beautiful message
Must see

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MegaPKlegendsMar 2, 2021

Batman vs superman is one of the best superhero movies I have seen. I even like lex luthor. The action is great. The questions the movie asked are good. If you are gonna watch it watch the ultimate edition. (note I did not watch theBatman vs superman is one of the best superhero movies I have seen. I even like lex luthor. The action is great. The questions the movie asked are good. If you are gonna watch it watch the ultimate edition. (note I did not watch the theatrical version)… Expand

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Abraham011Mar 16, 2021

Phenomenal piece of art, misunderstood for being ambitious and too big for little minds, ahead of its time. Piece of advice, go watch the Ultimate Edition and make your own mind, its like a fine wine tastes better with time.

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bboyreiApr 6, 2021

Straight up the BEST comic book movie of all time and the GREATEST representation of Batman on film BY FAR!

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HabibiehakimMay 29, 2023

7.5/10
This review comes from the person who never watch the theatrical version of the movie, and watch the Ultimate Edition instead, even with that i think Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice was a very big, huge, and wide complete film, it7.5/10
This review comes from the person who never watch the theatrical version of the movie, and watch the Ultimate Edition instead, even with that i think Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice was a very big, huge, and wide complete film, it is one of the most darkest Superhero movie i've seen, not even The Dark Knight trilogy, but the difference between those two are that The Dark Knight trilogy while it still has it humor, the rest of the film was still execute way better than this, BVS was still very flawed, mostly from the runtime that are felt, Jesse Eisenberg horrible performance, and too long sequences, i'm pretty sure with the extended version, the consistency and the situation of the story was better even without watching the theatrical version, the in depth between two main characters was superb, the performance by all the cast especially Henry Cavill and Amy Adams performance that are way better than Man Of Steel, didn't have a problem with them, and of course Ben Affleck as both Batman and Bruce Wayne was great, and god i wish Lex Luthor played by another actor, it's too bad, the action sequence was good enough, overall BVS still not as amazing as what Marvel have been coming out at that time even The Ultimate Edition, it still a pretty good movie, and it's still an achievement of Superhero comics to get this movie happening just like The Avengers, flawed but respectful.… Expand

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ImVengeance321Mar 22, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Batman Vacuuming Superman was an amazing movie. The part where Batman has to use his vacuum cleaner to suck Superman into Mickey Mouse's clubhouse is an amazing scene with pretty cool CGI. It was very sad to see Captain America drifting into mickey mouse's train named thomas and Superman blowing up the titanic in avengers shwarma scene. In conclusion, Batman Vaccinating Superman was a good movie.… Expand

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AnirudhRao9Feb 4, 2021

Batman V Superman Dawn Of Justice especially the Ultimate Edition is one of the most needed CBM's needed. This is an exceptional film that has themes overlooked by everybody. This is a bold, unique, different and a gorgeous film. TheBatman V Superman Dawn Of Justice especially the Ultimate Edition is one of the most needed CBM's needed. This is an exceptional film that has themes overlooked by everybody. This is a bold, unique, different and a gorgeous film. The direction by Zack Snyder the cinematography by Larry Fong and the writing by David S Goyer, Chris Terrio and the editing of David S Brenner is immaculate. The film does something that was really essential for the characters of Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and Lex Luthor by deconstructing them , making them relevant in modern times and making Superman especially quite relatable. Ben Affleck,Jessie Eisenberg, Henry Cavill Amy Adams and Gal Gadot knock it out of the park with their stellar performance. Batman V Superman Dawn Of Justice Ultimate Edition and the remastered version are the ONLY versions if the film that you should watch. This was a much needed well made, deconstructive, beautiful piece of art.… Expand

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ZainShahSSJMar 26, 2016

Brillianf fights, epic tense moments, great characters and an all round awesome film. This is probably the most comic book esque movie out there at the moment and the critics who aren't even real fans and haven't read the comics are hating onBrillianf fights, epic tense moments, great characters and an all round awesome film. This is probably the most comic book esque movie out there at the moment and the critics who aren't even real fans and haven't read the comics are hating on it. If you're a fan of any of the characters in it you'll come out v satisfied… Expand

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SurtMar 25, 2016

Too many are actually complaining at how little this movie is like marvel without realizing that's what they are complaining about. lol

Stop being tools. Or casual. pick up that frank miller comic. The movie was great. Better then antman.Too many are actually complaining at how little this movie is like marvel without realizing that's what they are complaining about. lol

Stop being tools. Or casual. pick up that frank miller comic. The movie was great. Better then antman. which was trying to be GOG, which was trying to be like avengers. which was trying to hold onto that iron man vibe.… Expand

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topanberlianaMar 28, 2016

This movie is a special gift from Zack Snyder for its comic-book fans.

Those references to Dark Knight Returns, The Death of Superman, a glimpse of A Death in the Family comic-book story-lines successfully create hype among the fans. NotThis movie is a special gift from Zack Snyder for its comic-book fans.

Those references to Dark Knight Returns, The Death of Superman, a glimpse of A Death in the Family comic-book story-lines successfully create hype among the fans. Not only that, Zack Snyder has perfectly built the foundation for future Justice League movies by integrating the characters into the story. For me, this is more to Justice League prequel movie, rather than a Batman or Superman movie.

The tone is dark. Yes, ultra dark and gritty, that many people and critics complain about. Well, for me, this is fine. Since beginning, DC intentionally made this movie dark, with philosophical serious theme about good and evil, gods and men. I can enjoy it.

Now the actors. Ben Affleck and Jesse Eisenberg did the job very well! Need some more exploration of this version of Batman, though (Batman solo movie, please). Henry Cavill? No doubt, he is always perfect as modern-version of the Man of Steel.

A little bit complicated narrative style – but for me it was okay. After watching the movie 2 times, I got everything perfectly.

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Sharito786Mar 27, 2016

PEOPLE HATE WHAT THEY DONT UNDERSTAND -- Martha Kent.

Movie is good I don't know if some critics are even relevant when it comes to super heroes movies. It has flaws yes but the good things outweighs the bad ones. The characters are onPEOPLE HATE WHAT THEY DONT UNDERSTAND -- Martha Kent.

Movie is good I don't know if some critics are even relevant when it comes to super heroes movies. It has flaws yes but the good things outweighs the bad ones. The characters are on point, the entire cast was amazing, Affleck best batman so far and Gadot was great as WW, Henry has flesh out his Superman acting as well. The villain of the movie (Lex Jr.) has very good motives I think this is one of a few villains in super heroes movies done right because this is not Lex Luthor Father this is Alexander Luthor Son which is just psychotic from his parent abuses. There are 3 plot lines but they all converge at the end and form one so I don't know why is that a problem either. I think a 4 "plot line" could be the teases but they are just that TEASES of something greater that to be frank I want to see. Overall the movie is great, I think it has a good balance between action and character development and yes there is character development and whoever tell you otherwise don't understand this movie at all.… Expand

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mahdi-shadowMar 28, 2016

Simply mind blowing...dont go by the words of the critics and skip this movie coz its a must watch for all the DC fans and regular people alike. This is not a marvel action-comedy treat but a dark world in which the heroes struggle bothSimply mind blowing...dont go by the words of the critics and skip this movie coz its a must watch for all the DC fans and regular people alike. This is not a marvel action-comedy treat but a dark world in which the heroes struggle both emotionally and physically. Awesome performance by ben affleck. Zack snyder is the man when it comes to directing movies of this genre… Expand

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fujitsufukuiMar 28, 2016

Zack Snyder is a master, this is one of the best superhero films of all time. Critics have it totally wrong. Zack Snyder doesn't make a pantomime with 'likeable' characters as in Marvel, this film does what a comic does. This is a blockbusterZack Snyder is a master, this is one of the best superhero films of all time. Critics have it totally wrong. Zack Snyder doesn't make a pantomime with 'likeable' characters as in Marvel, this film does what a comic does. This is a blockbuster in the same vein as Watchmen, he hasn't sold out. It leaves you hanging in space the way comics do. It ponders and uses pictures to tell the story. This is the first film where you feel the awesome power and potential threat of Superman. None of it is cheesy and there is no slug-festing. Honestly the fact that critics sucked up on 'The Force Awakens' so badly and then panned this just proves they aren't worth listening to.… Expand

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klrtmomof3Mar 28, 2016

This movie is INCREDIBLE. Don't believe anything the critics have written. For this movie to have been given such a low rating by them means either that they wouldn't know good if it slapped them in the face or they were expecting B vs S toThis movie is INCREDIBLE. Don't believe anything the critics have written. For this movie to have been given such a low rating by them means either that they wouldn't know good if it slapped them in the face or they were expecting B vs S to be another Marvel movie. This is not Marvel. Now I'm not putting down Marvel movies. I've seen them all and liked them, some more than others of course. But this movie has a much more intense storyline and let's face it, there is no one in the Marvel Universe (except perhaps Punisher) who is anything like Batman. As far as I'm concerned, this movie blew the Marvel movies out of the water. I loved the story. The acting is superb. It has heart and I found myself actually caring about the characters. It was what I wanted it to be and hoped for but wasn't sure I would get. I loved it.… Expand

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Debaser7Oct 8, 2016

THIS IS A REVIEW FOR THE SUPERIOR ULTIMATE EDITION. This film is a masterpiece, that's the only way to describe it, a masterpiece. Intelligent and full of depth, filled with smart themes of politics, religion and humanity. The film also hasTHIS IS A REVIEW FOR THE SUPERIOR ULTIMATE EDITION. This film is a masterpiece, that's the only way to describe it, a masterpiece. Intelligent and full of depth, filled with smart themes of politics, religion and humanity. The film also has some very clever black comedy as well. Characters are extremely well written, with great character development and motivations. A film you need to pay attention too, as it doesn't try to spoon feed it's audience. This film is not for Dumb minded Marvel extremists, It's better than any Marvel film in every way. Bold and beautiful cinematography, full of Visual metaphors, Snyder proves himself as the Kubrick of the action genre.… Expand

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iammoviefanAug 12, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was ranting 1 star without knowledge but now I know why people like Zack Synder. If you dont know this, go to youtube search "Man Of Steel and Batman V Superman" they are actually are the same day at gotham city where Zod is coming to earth. Well done zack synder! Really masterpiece… Expand

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FlorentineMar 26, 2016

I thought the movie was entertaining......an escape for DC fans of all ages.
But I want to say why do so many reviewers write like a caveman or Tonto! Such as: Movie good, batman best ever, lois lane clark kent nice, not good ending. WhatI thought the movie was entertaining......an escape for DC fans of all ages.
But I want to say why do so many reviewers write like a caveman or Tonto! Such as: Movie good, batman best ever, lois lane clark kent nice, not good ending. What kind of education are people getting these days? Or maybe they are all 8 years old. Just pathetic and scary.… Expand

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EdwoodjrMar 28, 2016

Fun movie, obviously the reviewers are old white dudes who have zero interest in these types of movies. It was a little disjointed but terribly fun movie. Some of the fight scenes reminded me of the batman games which I loved. If you likeFun movie, obviously the reviewers are old white dudes who have zero interest in these types of movies. It was a little disjointed but terribly fun movie. Some of the fight scenes reminded me of the batman games which I loved. If you like either character, do yourself a favor and go watch this. DO NOT LISTEN TO CRITICS WHO WERE OBVIOUSLY PAID OFF BY DISNEY.… Expand

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gabrielseiferJul 23, 2016

I honestly don't get what all the critic hate is about. I'm a HUGE fan of the comics, and I had a great time with this film. It isn't perfect, there are definitely some editing and pacing issues, but I came into it expecting a bombasticI honestly don't get what all the critic hate is about. I'm a HUGE fan of the comics, and I had a great time with this film. It isn't perfect, there are definitely some editing and pacing issues, but I came into it expecting a bombastic superhero film and got exactly what I wanted.… Expand

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cadash06Mar 28, 2016

I was really worried about the criticism that the press was doing. I thought the movie was bad... I watched the movie and loved it!! The audience reaction was very good, especially with the appearance of Wonder Woman. When Ben Affleck wasI was really worried about the criticism that the press was doing. I thought the movie was bad... I watched the movie and loved it!! The audience reaction was very good, especially with the appearance of Wonder Woman. When Ben Affleck was chosen to play Batman, I was one of those who criticized him... man! How wrong I was! Ben Affleck is not just the best Batman is the definitive Batman.… Expand

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BaietikMar 27, 2016

Ignore the critics and go and see the movie! It's a movie made by a true fan for fans!
Enjoy! Can't wait for Suicide Squad now! :D
Ignore the critics and go and see the movie! It's a movie made by a true fan for fans! Enjoy! Can't waitIgnore the critics and go and see the movie! It's a movie made by a true fan for fans!
Enjoy! Can't wait for Suicide Squad now! :D

Ignore the critics and go and see the movie! It's a movie made by a true fan for fans!
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EJtheGApr 2, 2016

Batman, Superman & Wonder Woman on the big screen all at once is something comic book, and everyday movie fans alike have all been waiting for. This movie will end up being a box-office success and Warner Bros. will continue moving forwardBatman, Superman & Wonder Woman on the big screen all at once is something comic book, and everyday movie fans alike have all been waiting for. This movie will end up being a box-office success and Warner Bros. will continue moving forward with the franchise. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice overall was a fun and enjoyable movie. It gives comic-book fans exactly what they've wanted and casual moviegoers the chance to become invested. It isn't without flaw, but contrary to popular belief, the good outweighs the bad. But why are the critical reviews so negative? Ultimately because the tone is untraditional dark, the ratio of story to action was unbalanced, and most importantly, people just don't know what they want when it comes to superhero movies.

The movie begins with a civilian's view of the destructive battle scene between Superman and General Zod in 2013's Man of Steel. The viewer is then taken into Bruce Wayne's point of view watching a local Wayne Enterprise building get demolished, as he tries to save them. Early on, this movie establishes the conflict between the two titular characters, and the tone of the film. The two heroes clash while Superman's character & actions are brought into question. We see a physically and emotionally battle-scarred Batman whose sole motive is protecting everyone from the threat that is a rogue Superman. The two join sides, team up with Wonder Woman, and lay the foundation for DC's Justice League franchise.

If this were a Batman solo movie, the overall reception would be more positive because he's a character that can get away with this darker, more grounded tone that Zack Snyder decided to go with. But Superman is the boy scout of superheroes, which gives viewers a very different version of Superman. The film's dark tone gives the viewers an interesting take on the Boy in Blue. Snyder and co. made a character with unbelievably, god-like abilities more human than viewers have seen since the CW's Smallville. The dark tone however, did work for Ben Affleck's Batman.

His portrayal of the DarkKnight exceeded expectations. Every scene with Batman/Bruce Wayne is one to remember. Affleck's acting, the camera movement and cinematography coupled with Hans Zimmer's score made for a mysterious, and downright scary interpretation of Batman. An idea that could have been fleshed out more was the foiling of Batman and Superman. Snyder attempted to use Batman's savage crime fighting methods and gruesome reputation, as a way to highlight Superman's supposed-to-be wholesomeness, which fell flat. Seeing Gal Gadot's Wonder Woman brought to life was exciting, but a bit of a let down in the movie. She was fun to watch, but her portrayal fell short of expectations because it wasn't as believable as her cast mates. Her role was small, but just enough doses for us to keep interest in what's to come in her own solo movie. Wonder Woman mainly acts as the bridge from Batman to the "metahuman" world, and setting up as one of the founding members of the Justice League.

Jesse Eisenberg's Lex Luthor was interesting to watch. He brought a very different vibe to the character while still giving viewers the murderous masterminded villain that we know him to be. Like Henry Cavill's Superman, Eisenberg's Luthor is young and inexperienced in what he does. What ultimately drives Lex in this film is what has always driven him, knowledge and power. Those expecting Lex and Superman to be fully developed characters when this is the 2nd movie of a growing franchise are the one's who were let down by Dawn of Justice.

Man of Steel sparked debates that the true Superman wouldn't have fought so carelessly and end up destroying a big city, let alone kill an enemy. This Superman isn't one that fans are familiar with yet, and if Batman v Superman doesn't do anything for you, it should at least give answers as to why that route was taken. To build this hero up into one that Superman fans are conversant with. It poses the question that will linger on within these films; where do we as humans fit in this world filled with aliens and godly beings? The idea of gods amongst men and a very particular scene with Bruce Wayne teases that DC is going in the route of the video-game/comic book series story line, Injustice: Gods Among Us. Holly Hunter plays the front runner of the political subplot in the film as Senator Finch, who also, gives us the hopeful connection to Amanda Waller and the upcoming film Suicide Squad. This also gives the DC universe that grounded feeling they're trying so hard to achieve, which can be challenging when there are characters like Superman, Green Lantern, and Martian Manhunter that exists in this world. Hunter acts as the voice of reason and concern that most people would have when it comes to idea of a Superman.

A key reason people are let down is because fans and critics alike aren't sure what they wanted from this movie. People are forgetting that this isn't the seasoned Superman we know… Expand

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EvanjesseApr 11, 2016

I really enjoyed I love Ben Affleck as Batman/Bruce Wayne I loved How Henry Cavill plays superman more dark I have seen from a Superman movie And Gad Gadot plays Terrific job as Wonder Woman it was slow at start But Get Much better whenI really enjoyed I love Ben Affleck as Batman/Bruce Wayne I loved How Henry Cavill plays superman more dark I have seen from a Superman movie And Gad Gadot plays Terrific job as Wonder Woman it was slow at start But Get Much better when Batman Shows up on Screen… Expand

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TheQuietGamerMay 6, 2016

Staying true to the darker side of DC comics, Zack Snyder delivers another well-meaning superhero movie that isn't without it's flaws. Thankfully it manages to surpass it's predecessor "Man of Steel" in quality. Both defying my lowStaying true to the darker side of DC comics, Zack Snyder delivers another well-meaning superhero movie that isn't without it's flaws. Thankfully it manages to surpass it's predecessor "Man of Steel" in quality. Both defying my low expectations and providing a more satisfying and enjoyable start to DC's cinematic universe.

One of the things I really like about the movie is that you can tell it is very inspired by the comics. Some elements are outright borrowed from some of DC's best stories. Yet at the same time it manages to do it's own things. This allows for some satisfying references and throwback scenes.

Now one thing that is definitely true about the movie is that it carries a darker and more solemn tone than other superhero films. It thankfully ever reaches the levels of melodrama that killed Man of Steel for me, but this isn't really a lighthearted affair. That's not to say it isn't fun though. That fun just comes from the brutal, explosive action and getting wrapped up in the plot. Something that's actually pretty easy to do.

The movie does a pretty good job at putting these heroes at odds with each other, even if the events that lead to their actual showdown feel a little jumbled do to how much is going on the film. Yes this is another superhero movie with a little too much going on. It's trying hard to do it's own thing while setting up a larger universe and cramming in fan service along the way. It's the kind of thing that killed two of Spider-Man's movie series. Sometimes superhero movies just do too much and as a result cause elements to flow together unevenly and hurt the overall film. Batman v Superman unfortunately doesn't escape this. However thanks to excellent depictions of both of it's title heroes and some original ideas along the way the movie still has a chance to please.

One particularly controversial new idea is the movie's depiction of Lex Luther. Jesse Eisenberg plays a much different version of the character than what has been seen before in movies and even the comics. He's an eccentric, crazy kid with a God complex. Not everyone is likely to enjoy this unique interpretation of the character as I did. Some are even likely to find him annoying (some bad lines here and there and goofy delivery don't help), but I for one thought this version of Lex was more entertaining than any comic or previous movie version of him. This is going to be a change not everyone is going to get with.

As far as the rest of the cast goes, for starters Henry Cavill is a darn good Superman. Definitely fitting the comic book character. However it's not always easy to pick up on that as he is outshined by Ben Affleck as Batman. Not only does he steal the majority of the movie's scenes away from Cavill, but he nails this version of the character. I was one of the people who doubted him from day one. Now I'm eating crow. As far as the rest of the cast goes, there isn't really anyone noteworthy to talk about. The only other character that really gets any screen time is Amy Adams' Louise Lane and she's really boring. It's hardly any fault of Adams. Her character is just so lame here.

Outside of nailing it's heroes, the movie really succeeds in the action department. It's exciting and violent. Snyder does rely on explosions and the final portion of the film does devolve into visual noise, but I more than entertained by it. The brutal fight scenes stay true to the characters and are a blast to watch. So much so that the movie stumbles when blows aren't being exchanged.

The story itself is solid, but tries way too hard to be deep and meaningful. The movie suffers when it tries to be something more than a superhero slugfest. Sadly, that's kind of something it tries a lot. It ends up being heavy-handed at times and cheesy at it's worst.

Another one of the big issues with the movie is Doomsday. This villain feels shoehorned it right when the movie should have ended. It feels like an unnecessary inclusion that doesn't really do the character or the movie justice. It makes sense that this would have taken place later on in the DC cinematic universe and doesn't really fit in well with the events of this movie. Oh well. At least we get some pretty cool action that pulls Wonder Woman into the fight and an ending for one of the characters that I didn't see coming.

So yes, Batman v Superman is flawed and perhaps not the best way to kick of a cinematic universe. That being said the satisfying depictions of the heroes, decent (if overly packed) plot, and cool new ideas do still make it worth a watch. One that will entertain hardcore superhero fans, but displease the more picky among us. As a result it's one of those divisive movies, but not one that will turn everyone away from it.… Expand