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Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

Warner Bros. | Release Date: March 25, 2016

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manthxMay 30, 2017

A brilliant take on the popular heroes set in a realistic world. Superman has become a hero of humanity after the events of Man of steel, but now in this film he goes through the difficulties & the realities of being on the eye of the worldA brilliant take on the popular heroes set in a realistic world. Superman has become a hero of humanity after the events of Man of steel, but now in this film he goes through the difficulties & the realities of being on the eye of the world in this multilayered drama about cynism, heroics & hope. I enjoyed the drama and mystery in the bigger part of the film, and the last act has some of the best action in any superhero film. Beautiful photography, epic musical score and gorgeous visual effects in one of the best superhero films since Watchmen or V for Vendetta.
I have enjoyed hours and hours of deep analysis of this film since it's premiere on multiple podcasts.… Expand

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007FilmReviewerJun 4, 2017

lol ok, zack Snyder is a god zack Snyder is a god zack Snyder is a god zack Snyder is a god zack Snyder is a god zack Snyder is a god zack Snyder is a god

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9

rubsomebacononiJun 6, 2017

Without the extended footage, this movie is average. The CGI is well done, Ben Affleck did extremely well as Batman, Gal Gadot knocked Wonder Woman out of the park (despite her small cameo), Henry Cavill was the same world-weary Superman,Without the extended footage, this movie is average. The CGI is well done, Ben Affleck did extremely well as Batman, Gal Gadot knocked Wonder Woman out of the park (despite her small cameo), Henry Cavill was the same world-weary Superman, and Jesse Eisenberg was Jesse Eisenberg. Personally I enjoyed Lex the most, his interactions being my favorite parts of the movie when I re-watched it. I enjoy a very complicated movie, one that takes focus to understand, and this movie was the perfect one for me.… Expand

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10

Jey37Jun 10, 2017

This is the best superhero movie in the history and generally one of the best films that I've seen in my life. It can be reviewed many times, revealing something new, noticing details and not losing impressions. It's the amazing movie.

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9

kbender24Jun 23, 2017

I am rating this 9/10 based on the Directors (or Ultimate) cut of the film, which is the one that should have been released in theaters in the first place. It's far more epic, fleshed out, and overall enjoyable. I love Affleck's take onI am rating this 9/10 based on the Directors (or Ultimate) cut of the film, which is the one that should have been released in theaters in the first place. It's far more epic, fleshed out, and overall enjoyable. I love Affleck's take on Batman and I can't wait to see more of him… Expand

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9

ph4se5HIFTMay 19, 2018

Batman v Superman is a revenge tragedy where where the titular heroes are pitted against each other by the eccentric billionaire villain Lex Luthor Junior. The film explores various themes most notably how the feeling of powerlessness can beBatman v Superman is a revenge tragedy where where the titular heroes are pitted against each other by the eccentric billionaire villain Lex Luthor Junior. The film explores various themes most notably how the feeling of powerlessness can be a corrupting force. I'm sure you are familiar with the phrase "Power corrupts" however in this film we see how the feeling of powerlessness can blind one, lead one down a dark path and leave one open to manipulation.

As with all modern Zack Snyder films BvS is filled with symbolism as well as artistic and interesting visual storytelling. For the fans of the source material there are also tons of Easter eggs to be discovered throughout the film. There are fascinating details in every scene.

The film does not spoon-feed the audience. If you pay attention to the dialogue, audio, props, shot composition and symbolism of objects then you can come to appreciate the majestic achievement that this film is.

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7

Kes4278Aug 1, 2017

Batman vs Superman is a great movie.I think some people didn't like it because they didn't understand it.Ben,Henry,and Gal.Great cgi btw.I give it a10/10

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10

JokerDaegoAug 2, 2017

Very good movie and the ultimate edition is much better.
Batman is the better of the movie, Wonder Woman is amazing and Superman is so humble, the history is so good, I wait for JL, other film that will cover my expectatives.

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7

BatmaulAug 17, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story in this movie is pretty good, there are great visual effects, and this movie would be nothing without with the fight scene where wonder woman cut off Doomsday's leg.… Expand

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8

vivenishereAug 22, 2017

Theatrical cut has a rather confusing plot nothing seems to tie in with the story. Though the Ultimate Edition is able to fix some of these issues with the extra 30 minutes. I suggest watching the UE instead of the theatrical one.

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10

ShamaninFILMSSep 29, 2017

I liked the theatrical version and I was always excited with the question "why did not some people like the film?" Yes, the film was very severely circumcised and some actions of the characters were incomprehensible, but after the release ofI liked the theatrical version and I was always excited with the question "why did not some people like the film?" Yes, the film was very severely circumcised and some actions of the characters were incomprehensible, but after the release of the ultimate edition everything fell into place and I just fell in love with this film. I can not forget the film, I absolutely think about it every day. The director's version answered all the questions, patched all the plot holes and laziness, the motives of the characters are clear. The plot of the film is very deep and interesting, but it's difficult to understand from the first time, but if you review and reflect, you can understand that the plot is genius, which has a very powerful social message, a hidden, deep meaning and a lot of allergies on the biblical themes.A great game of actors, and everyone perfectly wins their roles (especially Ben Affleck and Jazy Eisenberg), the music is amazing (thanks to Hans Zimmer and Janki Xl), Visual and camerawork are godlike.
Result: Batman vs. Superman (ultimate edition) The finest film, an absolute masterpiece and the most under-criticized film that critics took and for no reason were brutally mixed with filth.
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5

HonestReview11Dec 27, 2020

Ben Affleck is horrible as Batman but Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor is even worse. Only Henry Cavill (Superman), Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman) and Amy Adams (Lois Lane) make this movie okay at times.

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8

LUKEOPERCOUPOct 4, 2017

We can agree it is no the best movie of all time but it gives what everyone wants: action, entertaining, fight, mysterious and surprises. While i love Superman i have to agree, the point in the fight is rightful and makes sense, but maybe asWe can agree it is no the best movie of all time but it gives what everyone wants: action, entertaining, fight, mysterious and surprises. While i love Superman i have to agree, the point in the fight is rightful and makes sense, but maybe as they wanted to have a lot of things happening it turned overwhelming. Still being a fantastic beginning despite wrong choices.… Expand

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5

SuperBatsNov 19, 2017

It was too early in the DCEU to do a true Batman vs Superman movie. They didn't even know each other, so its hard to feel like there's any weight behind the fight. It portrays batman as being vengeful and illogical. Yet Batman is supposedIt was too early in the DCEU to do a true Batman vs Superman movie. They didn't even know each other, so its hard to feel like there's any weight behind the fight. It portrays batman as being vengeful and illogical. Yet Batman is supposed to have one of the greatest deductive minds in all of DC.

Instead here is how it should have gone. 1. Batman should never have been the one branding and killing criminals. Instead it should have been Deathstroke hired by Luthor and perfectly disguised as "Batman" to be the one killing and branding. This of course would make Superman think that Batman is a thug and thus his motivation to stop him. Of course we as the audience would not know right away that sometimes when we see Batman that's its not really him, that reveal would come about half way through where "Batman" removes the cowl and we see that its really Slade Wilson pretending to be Batman. Then we as the audience would see the pieces start to make sense.

2. At the same time that Deathstroke is mascarading as Batman, Luthor is fabricating incriminating stories and events against Superman. Thus causing Batman to think that Superman is a malevolent god. Likewise this big reveal happens for us and our two heroes in the middle of the movie and we all realize that's its all a set up. Luthor, by pitting Superman and Batman wants their fight to cause destruction in both Gotham and Metropolis. Why? Money. Luthor whole motivation for anything is money and power. And the value and power of LexCorp skyrocketed after his investments into the post Man of Steel rebuilding effort, and Luthor is so drunk with power and money that he is willing to manipulate our two heroes into causing city wide destruction so that he can continue to profit. So that's my idea in a nutshell. I know it doesn't solve every problem with the movie.

And btw, they should have watied to do a true Batman vs Superman movie several movies into the DCEU after Batman and Superman have a strong and established relationship of friendship and trust. In this versus movie Superman would have been infected by whatever version of kryptonite makes him evil. Batman is thus forced to engage him, and either has to find a way to defeat the effects of the evil kryptonite or he has to kill Superman with green Kryptonite.… Expand

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8

spacebear1Dec 9, 2017

Zack Snyder's Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice is a film that fans love but other fans hate. I personally loved it, mainly for the Ultimate Edition. Personally, that is a far superior version of the film. Henry Cavill is still great asZack Snyder's Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice is a film that fans love but other fans hate. I personally loved it, mainly for the Ultimate Edition. Personally, that is a far superior version of the film. Henry Cavill is still great as Superman and Ben Affleck was amazing as a hardened, more gritty version of Batman. In the end, this is a fantasic film, mainly the Ultimate Edition, and my rating would be 8.7/10… Expand

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10

Emanuel23Dec 27, 2017

La película es sencillamente hermosa en todos los sentidos!!!!! Todo esta bien calculado los momentos de drama las peleas, es una gran base para muchas películas del universo extendido de DC comics

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7

CTHReviewsMar 14, 2018

This film gets a bit too much hate than it deserves. The Batman vs Superman stuff was really engaging as well as the Doomsday stuff. The main problem is that they shouldn't have been in the same movie.

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8

merijnjFeb 21, 2018

(75/100)
Watch the Ultimate Cut, its superiour and makes you understand the awkward twist a bit more. Which I didn't when watching the theatrical cut.

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7

Player2-WaterDec 29, 2018

E-Value: 7
Acting: 7
Plot: 6 The second instalment in the DC Extended Universe features two iconic superheroes of DC Comics, Batman and Superman, battling against each other for the first time in the big screen. For this review, I will beE-Value: 7
Acting: 7
Plot: 6

The second instalment in the DC Extended Universe features two iconic superheroes of DC Comics, Batman and Superman, battling against each other for the first time in the big screen. For this review, I will be writing based on the Ultimate Edition, instead of theatrical version.

18 months after the events of Man of Steel, Superman (Cavill) is now seen as a hero by many people all over the world but there are people who see him as a controversial figure who do whatever he wants and answers to no one. Gotham City vigilante, Bruce Wayne/Batman (Affleck), see him as an extra-terrestrial threats against humanity. Superman learnt of Batman’s existence and his ways of bringing bad people to justice, he vows to expose him through the Daily Planet articles as his civilian identity, Clark Kent. After encountering the Man of Steel face-to-face for the first time, the Dark Knight vows to kill him when the time comes.

Unknown to both heroes, CEO of LexCorp, Lex Luthor (Eisenberg) has been secretly manipulated the entire event from behind-the-scenes in order to have Batman fight against Superman. Meanwhile, Bruce discovers that Luthor has been investigating metahumans which these humans possessed superpowers and he believes he has seen one of them in person who is a young woman named Diana Prince from the old photo taken during World War I.

Henry Cavill and Ben Affleck definitely gave their best performance including Gal Gadot who managed to steal some spotlights despite only appearing late in the movie as another DC Comics iconic heroine, Wonder Woman. I really like Affleck’s role as Batman and he is certainly the true Batman from the comic book compared to the previous actors’ take on the character. Jesse Eisenberg’s role as Lex Luthor does not resemble the character in the comic book at all and I felt he was miscast for the role. Despite this, I do hope that he will perform better in future instalments.

Unfortunately, the pace of the movie is too dragging in the middle of the three hours movie which gets a little boring with little action and fighting scenes. Like Man of Steel, the movie also lacked some sense of humours and comedy relief moments. Because of this, this movie may not be your cup of tea unless you don’t mind about it. The only full action and fighting scenes are during the third act which is pretty much fun and enjoyable.

In comparison to the theatrical version, the Ultimate Edition restored many scenes that have been cut from the theatrical version and includes additional scenes which repaired the plot holes caused by the theatrical version. The Ultimate Edition even completed the subplots of the movie which were left out by the theatrical version and have more character developments for the supporting characters. If you are planning to watch this movie, I would definitely recommend watching the Ultimate Edition.… Expand

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8

Minh18121999Apr 21, 2018

A really misunderstood superhero film.Personally,I found Man of Steel and BvS were criminally underrated.Sure. the film has problem,mostly with some narrative problems and the runtime was overlong,but the cinematography,the tone,the actionA really misunderstood superhero film.Personally,I found Man of Steel and BvS were criminally underrated.Sure. the film has problem,mostly with some narrative problems and the runtime was overlong,but the cinematography,the tone,the action scenes,the visuals looks stunning.Ben Affleck gets a lot of hates but I really adored this Batman/Bruce Wayne,he was dark,brutal and Ben completely nailed the character,Henry Cavill was just perfect as Superman.Hans Zimmer and Junkie XL's score was riveting and loud.That being said,I thought Doomsday was kinda wasted,and I don't know whelther i like Jesse Eisenberg's Lex Luthor or not,he was just so weird for me.… Expand

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9

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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10

sauce_nightMay 3, 2018

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

The movie works.

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8

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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8

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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10

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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10

PiotrZ321Nov 22, 2018

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

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10

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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10

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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9

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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10

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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10

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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10

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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7

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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10

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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10

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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8

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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Fatbob15Oct 21, 2022

Inherently awful, without a doubt one of the worst comic book movies ever made, it's a long boring slog with almost no action at all

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9

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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10

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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10

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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10

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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homerbaldmanMar 28, 2016

There is a lot to criticize about this movie, but one thing that could have been so much better was the character of Lex Luthor. Jesse Eisenberg was serviceable, although a little conspicuously unstable for me. Apparently, Bryan CranstonThere is a lot to criticize about this movie, but one thing that could have been so much better was the character of Lex Luthor. Jesse Eisenberg was serviceable, although a little conspicuously unstable for me. Apparently, Bryan Cranston was considered for the role. He would have been the quintessential Luthor: cool, methodical, dispassionate and brilliantly evil beyond measure (sound like somebody we know?). Along with Wonder Woman, he would have been considered one of the bright spots of the movie.… Expand

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JokorookMar 25, 2016

The movie visually looks good, maybe over the top at times esp the final battle. Love the trio of batman, supes & ww but hated lex lutor. Just can't take eisenberg seriously even when he's trying to be menacing. The pacing is just all overThe movie visually looks good, maybe over the top at times esp the final battle. Love the trio of batman, supes & ww but hated lex lutor. Just can't take eisenberg seriously even when he's trying to be menacing. The pacing is just all over the place & too much plot crammed up together the movie becomes incoherent.… Expand

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whooosaahMar 25, 2016

Whoa...what happens? I have a high expectation for this movie and Zack Snyder totally destroyed it. This movie suffers from slow pace, incoherent story, lack of tension and terrible direction from Snyder. Ben Affleck has a great charisma asWhoa...what happens? I have a high expectation for this movie and Zack Snyder totally destroyed it. This movie suffers from slow pace, incoherent story, lack of tension and terrible direction from Snyder. Ben Affleck has a great charisma as The Caped Crusader, i can't wait for his another performance as Batman. Cavill was likable, Eisenberg and Gal Gadot totally stole the movie. Another bad thing in this movie was Doomsday, the character was poorly executed and his visual effects was bad. Oh yeah, the 2nd trailer already shows "everything" that gonna happens in this movie. A total drag and overlong movie… Expand

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kaminMar 25, 2016

One of the rare movies I walked out of. Zack Synder still doesn't understand a movie must have good writing and character development. This has neither just like all of his films. What he does understand is how to make money with many ofOne of the rare movies I walked out of. Zack Synder still doesn't understand a movie must have good writing and character development. This has neither just like all of his films. What he does understand is how to make money with many of the comic book fans. It's just unfortunate that this shallow over-CGI-ed content is commonly liked by the new generation of movie goers. Gone are the true story-telling epic movies that last forever. Oh and by the way, Affleck didn't cut it for the role. Although physique wasn't important, even that was CGI-ed for the workout scene.… Expand

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nimblenavigatorMar 25, 2016

People have been asking me... is this a good movie? Some people would say it's a very very very good movie. Those people are stupid! It's an absolute waste! This movie is a mistake. A yuuuuuuuuge mistake. It's more of a mess than Jeb. Sad!

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KHHHHAAAANNNNNMar 26, 2016

This movie confirms my fears- Zack Snyder has turned into Michael Bay, Jr. Visuals to wow, no substance. The way he has treated these characters makes me fearful for what he is going to do to the Justice League. Please, Warner Bros., stopThis movie confirms my fears- Zack Snyder has turned into Michael Bay, Jr. Visuals to wow, no substance. The way he has treated these characters makes me fearful for what he is going to do to the Justice League. Please, Warner Bros., stop this madness while you still can! #SnyderFreeJusticeLeague… 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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franissavioMar 25, 2016

I w'd rather watch animated version of Batman v Superman
I w'd rather watch animated version of Batman v Superman
I w'd rather watch animated version of Batman v Superman‼‼‼

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RazzbenderMar 25, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was a mess. Jumbled. First 60-80 min was a waste of time. The bullet subplot could easily be taken out. It served no purpose. As did Lex´s "dealing" with the senator.

It was to discredit Superman ?

Discredit him to what end ? At the end of the film none of it mattered . Why Lex needed permission to bring in kryptonite into the U.S was also totally stupid, and another huge waste of time. This is Lex Luthor. He would bring it in regardless. ILLEGALLY ? And why bring it inn by BOAT ? The slowest mode of transportation ?

Some terrorists kill people in africa , and its Superman's fault ?? What is that ? And I thought this was Batman v Superman ? Not the people vs

And the fact that Lex Luthor is the one who has all the info on the other Justice League members. Names them and gives them their Logos. Really ? That should be BATMAN !! He does that, NOT Lex......Come on.

The dream, within a dream. Where Flash ( i guess ) warns Bruce. Was it real ? A dream ? I don´t know. It was sort of cool, but in a dream within a dream ? What ??

Gal Gadot's reason for being in the movie was razor thin , but I enjoyed WW when she joined in.

The cave troll looked awful. You would think they could have made it look better since Fellowship of the Ring

Jesse Eisenberg's Luthor is the worst . ding ding ding.

Batfleck was the best the film had to offer. Cavill´s Superman has zero character development since MoS. He is still dependant on his mommy and daddy.

All in all its a badly directed movie. Hack Snyder should be fired ASAP.

Martha ? Really.....

I hear the "ultimate cu" has a longer ending, and the one in the film already goes after Return of The Kings record for dragging out an ending so....

I wanted this too be good. I was bitterly disappointed. It has some cool moments, but overall it fails.

And that ending ( which they only get to use once ) makes it a certainty that Justice League part 1 has to spend the whole movie bringing back one of the very few established characters they had. How is that a good thing ?

If that ending was for Justice League part 2, I could understand it. Then they could do the Superman returns story as a stand alone film after JL part 2. That would make some sense.

And since Darkseid is gonna be the baddie for JL that would also mean they could have given The Cave Troll his proper origin. Not that bullcrap this movie pulled during its last half hour. This film did not set the groundwork for future installments. It seriously damaged them. Its a freakin mess, and its DC fans that are complaining the loudest.

For all Lex knew that creature could have turned out to be some braindead deformity . 3 feet tall, and with no powers at all. The first thing it did was try to kill Lex!! Good plan man. You're a genius !!

And now Doomsday as a character has been wasted, and can't come back. NOTHING is supposed to kill this thing , and he lived for what ? 20 minutes, and now gone....... What a waste.

Thanks a lot Hack.… Expand

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kingpenguinMar 26, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Character : Lois Lane is totally unnecessary. Batman use gun
Plot : FAIL. NOBODY use the "special bullet" for secret mission.
Action : b v s battle scene is just simple 10 minute "Kryptonitic" battle.
Total : epic failure ever.… Expand

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CriticsAreAJokeMar 28, 2016

No, it's not "horrible". It's just left people kind of dissapointed. People expected an unforgettable mind blowing 20 minute fight scene between Batman and Superman when what we got was just 3 minutes of them pushing each other around. TheNo, it's not "horrible". It's just left people kind of dissapointed. People expected an unforgettable mind blowing 20 minute fight scene between Batman and Superman when what we got was just 3 minutes of them pushing each other around. The film is 1% Batman V Superman and 99% Dawn of Justice. Basically a 2 hour and 30 minute teaser to the Upcoming Justice League movies. The other thing I had a problem with was the fact that Doomsday looks more like Michael Bay's version of the Ninja Turtles than the actual Doomsday. My last complaint is the awkward pacing and messy plot. Everything else about the film is actually pretty good. Cinematography is beautiful, soundtrack is mind blowing, and action sequences are cool. It's actually an enjoyable film but gets a lot of things wrong. Gets a 6/10 from me.… Expand

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EuronomMar 30, 2016

Wast of money and time. I wanted a movie based on comic books and I have one based in games (Injustice). Since MoS I realize that Snyder's DCU in cinema wasn't to me. The whole movie doesn't work.

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foxgroveMar 28, 2016

The unbelievable premise of pitting the caped crusader against the almost indestructible super god turns out to be the least of this movie’s problems. From its filmic origins as a campy, low budget, half hour television series of the sixtiesThe unbelievable premise of pitting the caped crusader against the almost indestructible super god turns out to be the least of this movie’s problems. From its filmic origins as a campy, low budget, half hour television series of the sixties that was full of fun villains, the Batman Franchise has come a long way. This, however, has to be the worst instalment since the character was re-imagined.
Continuing with the dark themes, both literally and aesthetically, in stark contrast to the very colourful and cheesy TV entries for the Bat, or even the Christopher Reeve Superman incarnation of the 70’s and 80’s for that matter, the current look is the film’s biggest asset. It is without question the visuals in effects and Art-Direction that are its mainstay. Neither can salvage the mess (and I’m not talking about the destruction of the city) that purports to be a story and screenplay. Lines like ‘That means nothing’ or ‘It’s not clear what just happened’ succinctly encapsulate one’s understanding of indecipherable writing. The result is a disjointed behemoth of a movie costing millions that is boring, boring, boring!
Those going to eyeball a lengthy and impressive dual between the two superheroes are sure going to be disappointed by the meow offered here in place of a roar!
As has become common place now actors of repute like Holly Hunter, Diane Lane and Kevin Costner join up for the pay check, but add little to the end result. Only Jesse Eisenberg as the conniving Lex Luthor brings some colour to the dark, but even he struggles with the convolutions of the plot.
The ending offers up a major surprise, but it also presents us with a moralistically phoney soliloquy about how wonderful the human race is. Please!!!
A good tagline for this failed giant would be Boring v Confused.… Expand

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Jackson861Mar 25, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I went into this movie expecting it to be as bad as Man of Steel but I ended up enjoying it much more that I originally thought. Now that's not to say that it was good, in fact, the movie was quite mediocre, not just for a superhero movie, but just in general, but I found myself gasping or sitting up in my seat several times.

The movie seems to switch from being 8-9/10 to 2-3/10, I'd see an awesome scene with Ben Affleck and Jeremy Irons then have it ruined by Henry Cavill and Amy Adams making out in a bath tub (I just threw out two random scenes, I actually think the tub scene happens first, I don't remember).

The acting is good, but the scripting is terrible. The actors for the most part were convincing and played their character well, but the lines were just so fake. They all sounded like they were written for an audience and not the individual they were talking to, nobody talks the way they do to each other, that's just not realistic. Oh, and there were like two jokes and they both sucked and were in horribly inappropriate places.

Snyder seems to want to cram as much stuff into this movie as he can, some of it was good, Wonder Woman was probably the highlight of the movie, she deserved more screen time, but things like love affair between Kent and Lane seems forced and unnecessary at points.

But my biggest grievance is when Batman is five seconds away from killing Superman and he spares him because their mothers share the same name. WHAT?! You've been training from like, what a month?, forging Kryptonite grenades and even using a goddamn laser to make a Kryptonite spear and you spare him because "Martha, Martha..." **** that's the stupidest thing I've ever seen from a superhero movie, and I thought the scene in the Incredible Hulk where he's buying stretchy pants was dumb.

All in all, this movie is not bad, but it is definitely not good either, for every time I'm sitting up in my chair shaking with anticipation there is one that has me reclined and tempted to pull out my phone and read the news because that would be more interesting. See it for the same reason we see Marvel movies, we have to, minus the wit and humor.… Expand

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HudsonsSkullMar 27, 2016

This movie has a multitude of problems, most notably is Warner Bros. attempt at catching up with Marvel in one fell swoop by having this movie needlessly set the stage for a multitude of movies to come. It's the same illness 2014's TheThis movie has a multitude of problems, most notably is Warner Bros. attempt at catching up with Marvel in one fell swoop by having this movie needlessly set the stage for a multitude of movies to come. It's the same illness 2014's The Amazing Spiderman 2 suffered from, so why didn't Warner Bros. learn from Sony's mistake? As for the cast, aside from Gadot's wooden performance and inability to pronounce words properly and Eisenberg's over the top ridiculous performance, I have no major complaints, Cavill and Affleck get the job done, the thing is, it's one thing to look and act the part but if the part you are playing isn't well written (I'm looking at you Goyer) it doesn't matter how good their performances are. Doing away with the fundamental aspects that make these two iconic superheroes of the DC universe who they are is (for me at least... IDK about the rest of you) what's most disheartening about this movie. Superman is a virtually indestructible being, and because of this, his compassion for humans and respect for the fragility of human life is what makes him who he is. These virtues were absent in Man of Steel and are again missing in BvS. He is portrayed as being burdened by humans, saving humans has become an everyday chore like doing the dishes, you don't want to do it but it has to be done. As for Batman, he is supposed to be continuously teetering on a precipice, the fear of crossing the line and becoming the very thing he is fighting against is the very essence of Batman. That essence is completely lost when you have him going around SNAPPING NECKS and BLOWING PEOPLE UP. His hypocrisy in this movie is undeniable, he sees Superman as a threat to humans but he doesn't seem to mind needlessly killing people himself. These aren't anti-heroes like The Punisher or Lobo, these are supposed to be HEROES!!!

Contrary to most, I don't lay all of the blame on the director. Snyder has proven that he can be a good director in the past (Watchmen, Dawn of the Dead), just give him a decent story to direct and you will get a good movie out of him. However, I do find it funny how no one ever blames the writers for these turds, in this case, studio hack writer David S. Goyer. With the exception of Blade and Batman Begins, Goyer has never written anything (on his own) that surpassed a 5.6 rating on Imdb. Just look at his résumé... Death Warrant written by Goyer, 5.6/10 -- Kickboxer 2: The Road Back, written by Goyer, 4.4/10 -- The Crow: City of Angels, written by Goyer, 4.5/10 -- Nick Fury: Agent of Shield, written by Goyer, 3.7/10 -- The Unborn, written by Goyer, 4.8/10 -- Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance, story and screenplay by... you guessed it... Goyer, 4.3/10, and now he shares writing credits with Chris Terrio on BvS. What did Terrio do before BvS? Additional screenplay material for the movie Heights in 2005 and a screenplay for Argo in 2012. WOW! With writing expertise like this, what else would you expect? Snyder, Goyer and Terrio chose to cherry pick some of the best stuff from two of DC comics greatest works (The Dark Knight Returns and The Death of Superman) and merge them into one movie instead of adapting both movies onto the big screen separately. The result is a movie riddled with nostalgic moments guaranteed to give fans of the graphic novels a hard on but lacking any specific plot line, resulting in a two and a half hour long trailer for future movies.

Warner Bros. have great writers who are already on their payroll and who do great work on their animated movies. So why can't they assemble a team with people like Paul Dini, Alan Burnett and Bob Goodman to write these live action movies instead of going back over and over again to a hack with a mediocre track record when it comes to writing movies without the help of someone like Chris Nolan? If anyone would like to watch a great movie with Superman and Batman, check out The Batman Superman Movie: World's Finest, Superman/Batman: Public Enemies, Superman/Batman: Apocalypse and Batman: The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 and 2, any one of those animated features are far superior in comparison to this crap.

Warner Bros. you blew it big time.… Expand

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yosemiteMar 27, 2016

Where to begin. I have to ask myself who this movie was made for. The Trekies, the Harry Potter cult, the people who sleep on the side walk when a new I Phone is introduced ? I went to the late Saturday night showing so the theater wasWhere to begin. I have to ask myself who this movie was made for. The Trekies, the Harry Potter cult, the people who sleep on the side walk when a new I Phone is introduced ? I went to the late Saturday night showing so the theater was filled with harmless mutants wearing Superman and Batman gear. The talk in the lobby suggested these fans see the characters as REAL super heroes. O.K., they paid their $15. They're entitled. The film itself wasted a huge budget. The first 1/2 of the movie was somewhat confusing. The plot was made clear in the 2nd half. Cavill not the right guy for his part but Ben and Wonder Woman were just right . The action scenes were over done.
To wrap it up, if you are just as enthusiastic about comic book characters as you were as a kid, you will probably like it. If you enjoy some (a little) subtlety, you won't because the action scenes are over done. The same story with another director might have been better. As an aside, we went out for pizza before the movie and that was great… Expand

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EkrasMar 25, 2016

Good effects with little else going for it. Somehow, Afleck is the strongest character in the movie - that right there should tell you something. Wait for the Blu-Ray to hit the bargain bin.

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shenobiMar 28, 2016

I watched this in imax, the biggest screen and best sound London has to offer, still ****. (The rest is to make up the character limit...............)

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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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BrigidMar 29, 2016

please just kick out Zack Snyder, he always destroys every thing, it was only his problem.
I will be more delighted when getting out the theatre if it had not been for him

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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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DejoMastersMar 25, 2016

While I see where the critics of this film are coming from, the movie was *that* bad. My largest criticism out front is that the movie, which is nearly three hours in run time, felt it. Other recent superhero films are masterfully paced,While I see where the critics of this film are coming from, the movie was *that* bad. My largest criticism out front is that the movie, which is nearly three hours in run time, felt it. Other recent superhero films are masterfully paced, making three hours feel insignificant, but Dawn of Justice seemed to drag on and on. Honestly, no other flaws stand out more than this one, and if anything hurts it at the box office, it'll be this. But I still enjoyed the film for the most part.

It's true, certain scenes in the film were cheesy. And that isn't helped by the fact that everyone seemed to be taking everything so seriously.But what I believe is really riling up the critics is that the film is basically a Frankenstein's monster, made up of four distinct plot lines following four different characters: Superman, Batman, Lex Luthor and Wonder Woman. Each one of them has their own story line, but also is forced to interact with the stories of other characters. So, this means the film spends the first two hours of the movie setting up the climax for each separate character, making it quite difficult to follow. On top of that, rather than cutting less important scenes, it leaves some rather insignificant scenes in the middle, leaving the audience to wonder, "What has this got to do with anything?" If you're paying attention, you might be able to tell what's going on. And, honestly, there are at least two, maybe three or four really good movies in the footage and script of Batman v. Superman, but throwing them all together makes the film bloated and honestly exhausting to watch.… 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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TheLastColossusMar 25, 2016

Ben Affleck proved the critics who said he will suck as Batman, and did probably the best Batman in movie history and stole the show, the fights with Superman were pretty cool, Lex Luthor was pretty good, Wonder Woman was great and beautiful.Ben Affleck proved the critics who said he will suck as Batman, and did probably the best Batman in movie history and stole the show, the fights with Superman were pretty cool, Lex Luthor was pretty good, Wonder Woman was great and beautiful. despite all of that, the movie is very poorly written, Doomsday still looked like a Ninja Turtle roided up with Titan, the flashbacks wasted some time and it was obvious to predict they were flashbacks. this is not the worst superhero movie by any means, but to comic book fans, and others who just wanted to see Batman vs Superman on the big screen, the movie is a complete flop.… Expand

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LegislativeApr 12, 2016

If you love Being mainstream, or sleeping in the theater then walking out, getting a refund, becoming depressed from watching the movie, then went to go watch Zootopia and felt awesome afterword then i recommend this movie 4/10 Ign. Fight Me

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ufkumhoMar 25, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SPOLER ALERT !
So I watched it yesterday and as a diehard DC Fan, it was partly a complete disappointment.
But first the positive aspects : Affleck nailed it, perfect cast as an older Bruce Wayne ( not the best Batman of all time, Bale is nearly impossible to beat, but better than Keaton imo), Gadot was perfect, both as Diana Prince and Wonder Woman, Adams was good to and Jeremy Irons was actually my favourite part of the movie, wheneber he appeared he nailed it, a new , menacing yet chilling kind of Alfred which I enjoyed. Eisenberg was a miscast though, too young, not a physically menacing appearence as Lex Luthor, and overacting for at least half of his screen time.
The actual fight part between Batman and Superman was quite good too, maybe even the best sequence in the movie.
The dark , gritty and serious atmosphere fits really well, although exaggerated sometimes, the general dark look of the movie was enjoyable.
And now to the bad things , and first to mention here is Zack Snyder. Honestly, I have no idea what the executives at Warner Bros. were thinking after Man of Steel to hire him again, sure, Watchmen was quite good, but his style of directing just destroys the whole movie, yeah sure, it looks all fine sometimes, but it just seems way too far from reality, at some pints of the movie, it even appears like a SCi-Fi movie rather than a superhero genre movie.
The whole 3rd act , including a horribly CGI-edited Doomsday, is like Zack Synders wet moive dreams becoming true on the big-screen, and this is just an utterly ugly, huge and unnecessarily loud , huge and temporarily long mess, the movie would have been way better if he had scrapped out or at least reduced the 3rd act, but solely this scene is responsible for making worse.
Another issue of the movie are some immense plot holes, which actually need a logical explanation, which will be hoperfully served with the extendet cut of the movie, otherwise it will only make it, or rather "maintain" it the unsatisfying way it is. And due to this, the narrative is actaully maybe even the worst part of the movie, and once again, Zack Snyder is respinsible for that
It is true that it sticks to the awesome Comics of Frank Miller but, and this might be my personal taste and I might stand alone with that, I don't go to the cinema/ movie theatre to see a movie which is close to something I've already seen and read, I want to see a new, more realistic take on it. It would have been nice if the personal character traits remained like in the comics, but the movie in fact looked to comic-book-y and thus way too unrealisitc at points. I didn't expect a 100% realistic take like the Nolan movies, as the ivolvement of Superman makes this already quite complicated, but it would have been nice if it a bit more believable, because some scenes, if you would have paused it, looked in fact like pages form the original comic book, and I just don't want to see that in the cinema, as in already have it at home.
Hopefully Warner Bros. has finally realised that Synder is the wrong director for such movies, just imagin what George Miller could have done with this source material, I hope the rumours are ture and they will hire him of JLA Part One instead of Synder, and for the sake of Eisenberg, I hope Lex Luthor will be recast too, heard that Matt Damon was considered for the part originally, I could imagine as a possible Lex Luthor.
The cast (except for Eisenberg), teh dark atmosphere sould reamin, but they should really re-think theri decision if it is clever to stick that much to the source material, and in which ways to do so.
All in all, as a DC Fan AND a fan of cinema, this movie was , regarding the fact that the two most beloved and most famous superheroes were in it for the very first time together, alongside the most famous female superhero, it was rather a disappontment previous movies, and I honestly can't believe how some people called it the best superhero moive of all time, it had the potential to be that, but this potential was disrespectfully wasted by Warner Bros, and the main man to blame for, Zack Snyder… Expand

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CriticalMozzMar 25, 2016

Incredible cast, stunning visuals, but those screenwriters should be fired. Again, what's the use of having all this talent gather around an unworthy script. I am such a huge fan of these films, but when the script is on point that is when aIncredible cast, stunning visuals, but those screenwriters should be fired. Again, what's the use of having all this talent gather around an unworthy script. I am such a huge fan of these films, but when the script is on point that is when a film can fly. This script is absolute garbage. By going to this film I have added to what will be a fantastic box office, the only way I can see to send a message is to skip every over WB/DC film venture after this. Get it together guys. Get some real writers next time.… 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!
Enjoy! Can't wait for Suicide Squad now! :D… Expand

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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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kheasApr 3, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wanted to like it, but there wasn't much for me to like. (or maybe there was too much for me to dislike)

Overall an okay film. Way too easy to nitpick and I wasn't looking forward to it to begin with so I may come off a bit jaded but here you go.
It was far too dark (both visually and thematically) for my taste. I mean seriously, Are both Metropolis and Gotham cursed with an eternal overcast? If that's the case how the hell does Superman stay powered?
WAY too long of a film. I got bored a few times and found myself losing interest in the narrative on occasion. Some of the plot points made absolutely no sense for the players involved but how often does a Superhero movie make sense? I think the editor fell asleep a few times. Plus the ending felt like The Return of the King ending all over again. It could have ended about 12 times and had been much much better.

I give it a 6 of 10. Not bad but not great either. Wont be buying it. Hope Justice League is better.

Below are a few bits that annoyed me the most:

- Lex is annoying. Seriously, this is not the Lex Luthor that would be a foil for Superman, this is something else...not sure what.
- Batman is an **** And also very gullible for a master detective. I mean seriously, the dude has some serious mental health issues that makes him not see the obvious.
- Superman is,,,well the same MoS Supes we saw in the first film. Not much going on there for a 'sequel' film.
- Wonder Woman is amazing. Certainly the highlight of the film. I wish she had had more screen time and look forward to seeing more of her.
- Doomsday is...ugh...three words. What. A. Waste.
- Lois Lane is useless...again a total waste. No character development from the first film at all. Just someone to save and cry over her loss.
- The Justice League Cameos. Again, pointless. Could have been saved for an end credits bit and would have been much more impactful.
- and seriously? Martha? ugh… 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

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CDK86Apr 19, 2016

This movie is excellent, amazing special effects, the characters are well cast and the acting is top notch.
Don't listen to the haters or super nerd geeks who slate the movie, unless you identify with virgins who still live at home in their 30s.

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Tss5078Apr 7, 2016

Marvel's Avengers was written in such a way, that if you'd never read a comic or seen any of the lead in films, you could still follow what was happening, DC was not so forthcoming with Dawn of Justice. Batman v. Superman is a relaunch of theMarvel's Avengers was written in such a way, that if you'd never read a comic or seen any of the lead in films, you could still follow what was happening, DC was not so forthcoming with Dawn of Justice. Batman v. Superman is a relaunch of the Batman series, taking place long after the events of The Dark Knight Rises, and it's a direct sequel to Superman: Man of Steel. It would be impossible to give an adequate plot description without spoilers, so let me just start by saying this. The beginning of this film, switches back and fourth between Gotham and Metropolis, shoveling in as much backstory as they possibly can on the two characters in an hour. It is this confusing mix of flashbacks, dreams, and current events, that just leaves your head spinning, after that the movie gets pretty enjoyable until the inevitable fight scene, which was just entirely too long, and shoots off in a direction you wouldn't expect it to. If you're not familiar with the characters from previous films and comics, I assure you that you will have no idea what's happening for most of this film. For those who are more familiar, you'll understand what's happening, but will you care? The way they bring these two franchises together is just an utter mess and the cast from Gotham, in particular, don't make things go smoothly. The cast of Superman has worked together before and Henry Cavill was fantastic, his counterpart however, Ben Affleck, was just as horrible as was expected. I've said it before and I'll say it again, he is a terrific Director, but a complete joke as an actor. Batman is a very difficult role for anyone to play, because it requires two personalities, Affleck barely has one, and I was just awestruck by how someone with his reputation actually may have been a worse Batman than Val Kilmer. On the flip side, Jesse Eisenberg, portraying Lex Luthor, was a revelation! Similar to how people felt when Heath Ledger was cast as the Joker, people laughed at Eisenberg's inclusion, but I found him to be the best part of the whole film. The bottom line here, DC saw how much money Marvel was raking in with the Avengers and wanted to jump on the bandwagon. They didn't want to go the same route as the Avengers did, but their way was far too confusing for the general audience, and only somewhat interesting to the fans of both series. In the end, I think the second film will clear up the mistakes of the first and will be much more enjoyable, but as far as this one goes, I could take it or leave it.… Expand

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bigjon1958Jun 9, 2016

Good overall movie. The acting was good, there was action throughout the movie, and the plot kept interest other than I didn’t totally buy into the background the movie laid out as to why Batman and Superman thought the other was a vigilanteGood overall movie. The acting was good, there was action throughout the movie, and the plot kept interest other than I didn’t totally buy into the background the movie laid out as to why Batman and Superman thought the other was a vigilante versus a hero. Ben Affleck did well as Superman. Christian Bale – best Batman ever – was a hard act to follow. Ben didn’t disappoint in his role as Batman. Wonder Women played a smaller role in this movie than I expected. And Superman was so-so in his part. But overall a very good action movie.… Expand

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The-Rock95Apr 2, 2016

This movie has its flaws. The story is muddled and all over the place, but in terms of action and visuals it succeeds all over. Even with the bad narrative i still understood and followed everything this movie threw at me because i am a fanThis movie has its flaws. The story is muddled and all over the place, but in terms of action and visuals it succeeds all over. Even with the bad narrative i still understood and followed everything this movie threw at me because i am a fan and i would catch on to the story. To others i can understand why the story is incoherent. I gave this movie a 10 despite its flaws because even though its not perfect, it was personally the most immersive, fun, and thrilling experience to watch two of my favourite heroes finally get together on the big screen. All in all the movie is beautifully made, with some amazing cg shots and epic moments with some grand-scale fight between god like beings. The movie could be even better, but for those who think this movie had great potential just wait for the r rated blu ray cut. It may redeem itself there.… Expand

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ViolettMar 26, 2016

On the first thought: Its Ben Affleck guys! No sh*t, really, its Ben Affleck!
On the second thought: Way too creepy.
If you want to see some special effects, you wont be disappointed. In 2000ths one could see cars exploding, in 2010ths weOn the first thought: Its Ben Affleck guys! No sh*t, really, its Ben Affleck!
On the second thought: Way too creepy.
If you want to see some special effects, you wont be disappointed. In 2000ths one could see cars exploding, in 2010ths we could see buildings exploding, now we can see entire cities exploding. I'm afraid in the next movie they will blow up The Earth itself :)
First part of the movie was way too creepy - I didn't like it, this is not a horror after all. And why Ben Affleck? WTF is Ben Affleck, they could invite Rob Schneider with the same success.
Second part Batman and Superman try to determine whose chin is more square (Green Guy almost won Square Chin Competition). This part is full of explosions, lightning, space, green guys, and benafflecks. I liked everything but the last part.
Nice movie overall, worth watching, especially if you liked first movie, but Man of Steel was ... more solid probably? Man of Steel had it simple plot, and here plot is way too twisted. For drama movies this is good, but not for this one. 6-7 of ten.… Expand

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Petru4oApr 22, 2016

I love this film, its amazing. In a rage, and the heresy of the Gospel of Snyder hides great humanist cinema, furious rumble effects touching discovers similarities between Superman and Batman, God and man.There are no stupid jokes alaI love this film, its amazing. In a rage, and the heresy of the Gospel of Snyder hides great humanist cinema, furious rumble effects touching discovers similarities between Superman and Batman, God and man.There are no stupid jokes ala marvel, and it is very pleased !! This movie is for adults, it is dramatic and beautiful in its scale.… Expand

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amohammed1975Mar 30, 2016

Enjoyed the pace of the movie...didn't feel like 2.5 hours. Loved the brief introduction of the other DC characters. Hats off to Gal Gadot and Ben Affleck, as well as Eisenberg and Cavill. Thoroughly enjoyed the climactic battles, especiallyEnjoyed the pace of the movie...didn't feel like 2.5 hours. Loved the brief introduction of the other DC characters. Hats off to Gal Gadot and Ben Affleck, as well as Eisenberg and Cavill. Thoroughly enjoyed the climactic battles, especially when the Trinity is in action. Now, I really want to see it in IMAX. Will probably go again. Left me really wanting to see more of this DC Universe. Oh and that score! Wow!… Expand

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NoTimeMay 28, 2016

I´m not a big fan-boy of the DC franchises at all and in this movie i heard for the first time the name Doomsday, but this could be my movie of the year!

The howl movie is dark, takes the topic of being a hero serious and in a realisticI´m not a big fan-boy of the DC franchises at all and in this movie i heard for the first time the name Doomsday, but this could be my movie of the year!

The howl movie is dark, takes the topic of being a hero serious and in a realistic way! That´s what i like most. And for me the most important and interesting part of the movie. It really surprised me how bad the movie is rated by the critics, but look on the user reviews!… Expand

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RamyoApr 4, 2016

Batman V Superman is a frustrating movie. It aspires to be the greatest superhero film ever shot but falls dramatically short of this goal. There was so much potential for an amazing film to be made but too much is crammed into one film forBatman V Superman is a frustrating movie. It aspires to be the greatest superhero film ever shot but falls dramatically short of this goal. There was so much potential for an amazing film to be made but too much is crammed into one film for it to be enjoyable to anyone but the most hardcore Batman fans enjoy. The film stars both batman and superman, but feel like a love letter to batman as he is featured almost 3x as much as superman is.

The casting is done well for the most part as Henry Cavill and Gal Gadot are excellent in their roles. Ben Affleck, shines as the new brutal batman and easily can be said to be one of the best Bruce Waynes portrayed thus far. But the casting decision that sticks out the most is Jesse Einsenberg as Lex Luthor. His portrayal as a neurotic, eccentric, half crazed billionaire leaves you wondering if he would not have done well playing the Joker instead.

The story is messy and convoluted, mainly because of the many unnecessary flashback sequences which do nothing to drive the story forward. They take away from the action, which is the setpiece of the film and distract you from the characters as you try to figure out what you have seen and how does it fit into the movie.

Aesthetically it is gorgeous, despite the world being dark and joyless, the world where superheroes exist is both beautiful and captivating and seeing the superheroes we grew up with brought together in a live action movie for the first time was a treat. However, the flaws in this movie drag it down to the point where all you can focus on is how badly the mark was missed and the waste of potential to make something truly special.

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ShirekeMar 29, 2016

I'm not gonna try and write this in english, I simply can't. Sorry english speakers.
No veo de donde viene tanta crítica. La forma más simple y eficaz con la que puedo definir la película es comparándola en cierta forma con otras películasI'm not gonna try and write this in english, I simply can't. Sorry english speakers.
No veo de donde viene tanta crítica. La forma más simple y eficaz con la que puedo definir la película es comparándola en cierta forma con otras películas que sufren algo similar.
Veamos el caso de Los Guardianes de la Galaxia. Es una excelentísima película, muy divertida y épica, que explora el universo de los superhéroes desde una perspectiva dinámica y desenfadada, al igual que Ant-man, pero la segunda lo hace con bastante menos carisma y fuerza.
Lo mismo puedo decir al comparar nuestra "Batman versus Superman" con Watchmen. Ambas películas son críticas sociales, interesantes, oscuras y filosóficas, que exploran muchos temas de la consciencia humana, la esencia del super héroe y cómo estos enormes y poderosos seres, dioses entre hombres, cambian a la sociedad y la forma en la que el humano se mira a sí mismo. La diferencia es que Watchmen lo hace mucho mejor.
¿Significa eso que BvS es una mala película? Para nada. Cada escena que lograba construir dejaba un excelente sabor en mi boca, y, con lo larga que era, tuvo muchas más escenas épicas e interesantes, bien constituídas, que lo contrario. Se siente mucho más como leer un comic que el ver una película. Y le agradezco rotundamente porque, fallando como medio de entretenimiento casual de masas, forjó unas tremendas y pesadísimas bases que pueden perfectamente sostener todo el universo cinemático DC tan bien o mejor de lo que está haciendo Marvel.
Ahora, para analizar a los personajes:
Batman debe ser mi Batman cinemático favorito hasta ahora. Más enloquecido y retorcido que nunca, es muy positivo que este Batman, al cual no parece importarle matar y tiene muchos más medios que el murciélago cinemático al que estamos acostumbrados, esté entremedio y cara a cara con personajes como Superman y Wonder Woman. Ben Affleck fue quizás un mejor Batman que Bale, y eso es decir algo.
Superman es el que se roba la película y es la pieza primordial que pone todo en orden (aunque sea escaso). Inseguro de si sus capacidades son capaces de suplir las necesidades de este planeta que de pronto volteó su cabeza hacia él, y no le ha dejado de prestar atención, se pone a cuestionar si el propio concepto de Superman es correcto y debería existir. Empieza a temer, temer que sus motivos sean los incorrectos, en vista de que cada vez que salva a 1, mueren 2.
Y finalmente, Lex Luthor, creo que es un personaje magistral. Enloquecido como un huasón, pero con los medios de el Lex al que estamos acostumbrados, este chico cambia radicalmente lo que entendemos por Lex Luthor y le da una nueva forma que es muchísimo más carismática e interesante que el calvo musculoso con un traje mecánico que aparece siempre en los comics (y en las terribles películas antiguas de Superman que por algún motivo todo el mundo ama). Inteligente y retorcido, logra poner a sus pies a un hombre que puede hacerlo pedazos con el dedo meñique, y sin usar ningún arma. Además, sus frases son interesantes y le dan un sentido más profundo a la película (la metáfora de los demonios, la paradoja de Dios y su omnipotencia, lo de "el conocimiento es poder", todo el lío sobre el miedo que la raza humana parece tenerle a Superman, que se ve personificado en él). Creo que es lo mejor que nos ha dejado la película, y no puedo esperar para volverlo a ver con la misma o más fuerza.

Finalmente, aunque ya solté un párrafo de tamaño planetario que nadie va a leer (y sin ningún spoiler, vaya) debo decir que, si esta película, un festín visual y conceptual, con una que otra importante falla de estructura, se merece un 4,4 ¿qué queda para Marvel y su Age of Ultron o su Thor 2 o su Iron Man 2?

Eso es todo.… Expand

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KawaiApr 1, 2016

LoL @ "Respected Newspaper Critics" The geriatrics don't understand modern movies. They also don't understand why no one is buying a newspaper anymore.
Bats vs Supes was the first movie in a long time to make me say "DAMN!"
-And I'm notLoL @ "Respected Newspaper Critics" The geriatrics don't understand modern movies. They also don't understand why no one is buying a newspaper anymore.
Bats vs Supes was the first movie in a long time to make me say "DAMN!"
-And I'm not even a fan of either of them.
There are some plot holes, small ones really, -but you won't notice them during, only after.
The Actors did a great job, and hats off to Ben & Gal Gadot, both of whom I had doubts about going in.
See this movie. You will not regret it, unless you are a wine tasting, stick up the ass Newspaper Critic. :)… Expand

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