Read User Reviews and Submit your own for Superman Returns

7

DyliebarMar 2, 2016

It is an enjoyable, fun superhero film! Although it is a bit too long and it does drag a bit from time to time! It's a good, but not great movie, and it's worth watching!

4 of 4 users found this helpful40

All this user's reviews

6

PonR.Jul 3, 2006

Singer was meant to finish directing the X-Men trilogy, and this proves it. The look of Superman Returns, while beautiful and streamlined, doesn't feel the way a Superman epic should. The lighting was never right and so everything Singer was meant to finish directing the X-Men trilogy, and this proves it. The look of Superman Returns, while beautiful and streamlined, doesn't feel the way a Superman epic should. The lighting was never right and so everything looked dull and grey. The characters had little or no depth, with Superman showing no sign of anything resembling a personality and Lex Luthor's trademark cunning and meticulous scheming replaced with an over-the-top plan that carried no degree of subtlety or credibility. Overall, it was a good film, but not a great one. We could've had a great superhero film and it would've been X3. Instead we get two mediocre films marred forever by missed opportunities.… Expand

3 of 3 users found this helpful

9

AaronM.Aug 31, 2006

Quite entertaining-great special effects. Not quite as good as Spiderman, but still an excellent movie.

1 of 1 users found this helpful

7

MoviebuffreviewFeb 27, 2011

By no means does this live up to the first two Superman movies, however, this movie is seriously underrated. Although it might be a little too heavy on the story, and Luthor's plan is laughable, Superman Returns has fantastic effects, greatBy no means does this live up to the first two Superman movies, however, this movie is seriously underrated. Although it might be a little too heavy on the story, and Luthor's plan is laughable, Superman Returns has fantastic effects, great acting, and a great score. It is overall a solid, but imperfect movie.… Expand

6 of 7 users found this helpful61

All this user's reviews

8

supermann234Mar 18, 2014

one of my favorite superhero movies! It had a good storyline. and showed how the extent to which superman would go to protect the people around him. i liked kevin spacey as lex luthor too! the only problem was that the climax was not put atone of my favorite superhero movies! It had a good storyline. and showed how the extent to which superman would go to protect the people around him. i liked kevin spacey as lex luthor too! the only problem was that the climax was not put at the right time of the movie.… Expand

5 of 6 users found this helpful51

All this user's reviews

8

KaihakuJan 25, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Superman Returns is a sad case study. It was a unique reboot that recaptured the charm of the classic movies while moving forward into new territory. Routh as Clark Kent channeled Reeves brilliantly. It might have reignited the franchise if it had contained a few more epic action scenes for the audience that found it boring. As a coming of age tale, a man becoming a father, it delivered...but it lacked the bombastic action that superhero movies usually feature and there was rarely a sense of threat. I really enjoyed it for what it was but, after lots of discussions, can understand why many of the people who saw it were disappointed. It's a shame, if only Lex had recruited an actual supervillian Routh might still be Superman instead of the Atom.… Expand

5 of 6 users found this helpful51

All this user's reviews

8

TokyochuchuJun 23, 2013

Although short on 'action', this soulful and heartbreaking take on the Superman franchise is utterly fantastic. It works well at stirring nostalgia on by following precisely in the footsteps of the old 70's and 80's movies... And Kevin SpaceyAlthough short on 'action', this soulful and heartbreaking take on the Superman franchise is utterly fantastic. It works well at stirring nostalgia on by following precisely in the footsteps of the old 70's and 80's movies... And Kevin Spacey is a riot as Lex Luthor!… Expand

4 of 5 users found this helpful41

All this user's reviews

8

ZilcellMay 11, 2012

Superman Returns is a reboot that has a epic story. Lex Luthor is a better villain in this Superman and that is probably the biggest reason why I think Returns was satisfying. Hopefully the next reboot can do it even better.

4 of 5 users found this helpful41

All this user's reviews

8

Critic2012Nov 22, 2012

Though it certainly isn't on the same scale as Christopher Nolan's Batman when it comes to superhero films, SUPERMAN RETURNS is certainly one of the best.

4 of 5 users found this helpful41

All this user's reviews

9

SuperheroMoviesAug 5, 2013

Focusing a great deal on the story rather than the action, Superman Returns breathes fresh air into the Superman saga, reinvigorating the man of steel for today's generation in fantastic fashion.

4 of 5 users found this helpful41

All this user's reviews

8

fatoshajdini101Oct 30, 2014

i must say that I really enjoy this film, I'm so glad that the critics ended well but WHY THE USERS WERE SO HARSH TO THIS FILM, THEY GOT IT ALL WRONG! I've seen this film a couple of times and it's still my favourite. Superman Returns is thei must say that I really enjoy this film, I'm so glad that the critics ended well but WHY THE USERS WERE SO HARSH TO THIS FILM, THEY GOT IT ALL WRONG! I've seen this film a couple of times and it's still my favourite. Superman Returns is the greatest superhero movie ever thanks to Bryan Singer(director of the two first X-men films) and I realized that this is an alternate sequel to both Superman l and ll ignoring lll and lV so that's peculiar, Brandon Routh is a perfect guy for the role, and Lex Luthor is back once again played by Kevin Spacey, this character is more sadistic and cruel than Gene Hackman's character.… Expand

4 of 5 users found this helpful41

All this user's reviews

8

alejandro970Jun 12, 2020

Superman is back! But he has to find his place in a changed world again; but the one who didn't forget him is Lex Luthor. With enhanced special effects and all, it lacked the drive to have the drive of his siblings (1978, 1981). Nice try,Superman is back! But he has to find his place in a changed world again; but the one who didn't forget him is Lex Luthor. With enhanced special effects and all, it lacked the drive to have the drive of his siblings (1978, 1981). Nice try, Singer and Routh.… Expand

4 of 5 users found this helpful41

All this user's reviews

8

MacsMusicDec 29, 2017

For me, Superman Returns is the definition of a good superhero story. It is great to look at, with great action and a great plot, and really just unforgettable. This movie has so many scenes that I just want to watch again and again, myFor me, Superman Returns is the definition of a good superhero story. It is great to look at, with great action and a great plot, and really just unforgettable. This movie has so many scenes that I just want to watch again and again, my favorite being the destruction of Lex's model of Metropolis. The scene just feels... real. Much of this movie is very simple, but real and unforgettable somehow. I can't really explain why Superman Returns is so great. Just watch it, and then you might understand what I'm trying to say.… Expand

3 of 4 users found this helpful31

All this user's reviews

2

AgnesJul 2, 2006

Yes, we all love the superhero Superman. Having said that it doesn't mean that this turkey of a movie gets a free pass as most of you giving it a ten are doing. The script was awful, the acting wooden, except for Kevin Spacey as Lex Yes, we all love the superhero Superman. Having said that it doesn't mean that this turkey of a movie gets a free pass as most of you giving it a ten are doing. The script was awful, the acting wooden, except for Kevin Spacey as Lex Luthor, and the directing even worse. The cast was fine but now that they are back they need something to work with. To be perfectly honest I too adore Superman but this was a very slow moving innate effort by the producers. Call a spade a spade.… Expand

5 of 7 users found this helpful

6

dharmaJun 9, 2012

Bran Singer by accident ruined 2006 for me. By leaving the X Men franchise and going to this one, we have two mediocre super hero movies that 'underperformed' in the box office. Superman Returns seemed to have everything...great productionBran Singer by accident ruined 2006 for me. By leaving the X Men franchise and going to this one, we have two mediocre super hero movies that 'underperformed' in the box office. Superman Returns seemed to have everything...great production values, great casting (Brandon Routh and Kevin Spacey) and a passionate film maker in the form of Mr Singer himself. But by making this a 'sequel' of some sort to Dick Donner's SUPERMAN, Singer pinned himself into a corner. Face it, despite how brilliant Spacey is, Richard Donner's portrayal of Lex Luthor was crap. And for crying out loud, as much as I like Kate Bosworth, she is the worst Lois Lane in cinematic history. Superman Returns, beside a really great set piece in the middle of the film, felt slow and 'too serious' for its own good. The critics may like it, but the audience didn't.… Expand

3 of 5 users found this helpful32

All this user's reviews

0

TinaB.Jul 1, 2006

Didn't enjoy this 'Christ in a cape' shlock-fest one bit. The plot was absurd and logically inconsistent, the action scenes were snore-inducing and there wasn't one performance worth a damn -- including the overrated Didn't enjoy this 'Christ in a cape' shlock-fest one bit. The plot was absurd and logically inconsistent, the action scenes were snore-inducing and there wasn't one performance worth a damn -- including the overrated Kevin Spacey.… Expand

1 of 2 users found this helpful

2

MattJan 2, 2007

One of the worst movies of the year for me. Dull, detached, and predictable to the last detail, Superman Returns fails miserably compared to other recent superhero films. The only positive note is Kevin Spacy's acceptable performance.

1 of 2 users found this helpful

10

JCJul 1, 2006

Loved it... i hear it's a serious event in imax, can't wait to see it again! spacey nailed it.

1 of 2 users found this helpful

10

JOEG.Jul 1, 2006

A complete masterpiece. it was emotional and moving and filled with plenty of action for my taste. i was glued to the screen from beginning to end. best superhero movie since spidey 2.

1 of 2 users found this helpful

3

RileyW.Nov 24, 2006

Dull, plodding, boring, pedestrian, lacking drama, lacking romance, and especially lacking ACTION. who thought it was a good idea to make a Superman movie without any action/adventure save one or two scenes? Awful flick.

1 of 2 users found this helpful

5

grandpajoe6191Sep 22, 2011

Bryan Singer's Rendition of "Superman" is organized poorly. "Superman Returns" is the evidence. Containing almost empty action with decent performances (I expected more from you, Spacey), Director Singer should have changed the name 'SupermanBryan Singer's Rendition of "Superman" is organized poorly. "Superman Returns" is the evidence. Containing almost empty action with decent performances (I expected more from you, Spacey), Director Singer should have changed the name 'Superman Returns" into "Superman Fails".… Expand

5 of 11 users found this helpful56

All this user's reviews

10

StacieMOct 2, 2008

Superman with such passion, vigor, and release of infinite power, he graciously fly's and fights his emotions through obstacles.He is a man who holds the world and knows what he should do to help the ones he loves and others then Superman with such passion, vigor, and release of infinite power, he graciously fly's and fights his emotions through obstacles.He is a man who holds the world and knows what he should do to help the ones he loves and others then himself. Awesome film. Anyone who has not seen the power of this film should experience it..… Expand

4 of 9 users found this helpful

1

Chrismith7Aug 12, 2013

Oh lord why was this movie made is what I thought after seeing superman returns in the cinema. It was crap acting with a crap storyline and that's all I can say. It was definitely more joyful than man if steel but was much worse whilst man ofOh lord why was this movie made is what I thought after seeing superman returns in the cinema. It was crap acting with a crap storyline and that's all I can say. It was definitely more joyful than man if steel but was much worse whilst man of steel was a masterpiece.… Expand

3 of 7 users found this helpful34

All this user's reviews

1

JoelC.Jul 10, 2006

Superman Returns is the worst movie that I have seen since "Batman & Robin". The movie completely lacks originality and I found myself on more than one occaision laughing with such gusto at the corny dialogue and leaps in logic, that I Superman Returns is the worst movie that I have seen since "Batman & Robin". The movie completely lacks originality and I found myself on more than one occaision laughing with such gusto at the corny dialogue and leaps in logic, that I nearly had to leave the theatre. I cannot believe that any studio would have spent 200M on a franchise movie with a script this poorly written, and overacting that would embarass a Soap Opera cast, (Kevin Spacey's Lex Luthor excluded). With Spiderman, Batman Returns, and X-men having raised the bar for super hero movies, I expected so much more. Instead I was treated to a movie that ripped of the original throughout, stole from several other action flicks for it's story line, and did nothing to develop the characters at all. This is movie making at it's worst.… Expand

1 of 3 users found this helpful

0

ChristopherB.Aug 1, 2006

It was all wrong christopher revee is superman and is the only person who can play superman and margot kidder is the only one who can play loz lane same for Lex Luther is played by gene hackman!

1 of 3 users found this helpful

6

drlowdonMay 25, 2013

Intended has a direct sequel to the 80’s Superman II the caped hero returns to Earth five years after having left to find Metropolis’ crime rate on the rise and Lex Luthor still free. Directed by Bryan Singer the movie is certainly faithfulIntended has a direct sequel to the 80’s Superman II the caped hero returns to Earth five years after having left to find Metropolis’ crime rate on the rise and Lex Luthor still free. Directed by Bryan Singer the movie is certainly faithful to the originals and for the most part Brendon Routh is able to recapture the charm that made Christopher Reeve so popular in the role even if there never quite seems to be the same level of chemistry with Kate Bosworth’s Lois Lane.

The movies plot is perfectly passable, largely thanks to an excellent performance from Kevin Spacey as Lex Luthor, despite the fact that we never really learn anything more about the man of steel as the film progresses. Even if Superman has never been as interesting a superhero as Batman for example a little more insight into what had happened over the last five years would have still been nice.

Overall, while it can perhaps be a little slow in places, thanks to some well shot action scenes and good performances Superman Returns is a worthy addition to the franchise.… Expand

1 of 3 users found this helpful12

All this user's reviews

8

Mariel33Aug 14, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Overall, Superman Returns is the sort of force that's irrational, yet is ironically able to gain value by being aware of itself. What's meant by this is that the irrationality in question is perhaps that it's acceptable to oppose self-awareness without reason, and that the source of this dynamic isn't meant to be understood.

Possessing self-awareness is a type of division, ergo a type of conflict. So from this definition, what can be projected onto Superman Returns is the formula that the source of being self-aware is the irrational, but, because that source was always inevitable that means that it's okay for an outcome of purity to derive from the act of self-awareness. Of course, the next problem that leads from this is that if Superman Returns is a process of getting to purity, is that meant to suggest that the movie itself is an evil product?

Even if Superman Returns isn't evil per se, on the basis that evil is true, that still leaves the worrying and disturbing idea that Superman Returns is partly evil incarnate. Which makes sense, given that the story does feel very eerie, and very poignant and about impending doom. But then again, if the story is about impending doom, that provokes the great idea in which Superman Returns can be understood as a perfect encapsulation of a trade of identities: the story is about impending doom, and therefore the external product possessing the story being the process to purity is a very neat and very impressive reality. The probability, is that Superman Returns is indeed what's just been described. It doesn't seem far-fetched or out of place to perceive Superman Returns this way, but, there is then a new issue that arises: if this identity of purity for evil is real, is it worthwhile to point out that it's possible that this nature is a justification for the movie? If the justification is real, perhaps it's just a consequence of the story that the complexity isn't able to deal with the justification. After all, the purity that's ostensibly linked to the product isn't an actual part of the experience, not even when Kal-El visits Jason at the movie's very end, and so it seems fair game to think of Superman Returns as a type of failure. Failure, in this sense, isn't negligible but it also isn't important. The fact is that Superman Returns is a tremendous emotional experience, and frankly represents a much better type of art and philosophy of film-making than most other superhero and fantasy movies do. In the world of Superman Returns, the mundane and the common are the special and the supernatural. The typical human experience is the value of the story, the clear pattern of the story being the link between complexity and uniformity.

In Superman Returns, spectacle derives from uniformity, but link between spectacle and uniformity is the theme of the movie rather than just some accidental byproduct. The supernatural nature of uniformity being possible is the movie's spiritual essence, and this is the sort of story depth that far outshines many other sci-fi classics. It's a crime that Superman Returns never got a sequel, but at the same time it isn't any wonder from an artistic perspective, similar to Batman & Robin.

At the end of Batman & Robin, Barbara Wilson joins Bruce Wayne and Dick Grayson to become a trio of superheroes; because of this intellectual development, it isn't a surprise that Batman & Robin never got a sequel, because the conceptual specialness of Batman, Robin and Batgirl was too precious to actually manifest. Superman Return was the exact same reality, ending on such a conceptually exciting and emotionally uplifting note that the prospect of any sequel to Superman Returns would've been daunting to say the least. Superman Returns has its flaws, but the real heart of its brilliance is that those flaws are in fact part of the very things that make Superman Returns an infinite case of magnificence… Expand

1 of 3 users found this helpful12

All this user's reviews

7

MovieLonely94Jan 9, 2011

despite its bad dialogue, this action summer flick is splendid

2 of 7 users found this helpful25

All this user's reviews

8

MovieGuysJun 8, 2014

Superman Returns is the best out of any of the Superman movies, including the original and, of course, Man of Steel. Singer's adaptation of the superhero takes itself way too seriously at points, and might even go into "so-bad-its-good"Superman Returns is the best out of any of the Superman movies, including the original and, of course, Man of Steel. Singer's adaptation of the superhero takes itself way too seriously at points, and might even go into "so-bad-its-good" status at times. But, you must embrace these things in order to enjoy it.… Expand

1 of 5 users found this helpful14

All this user's reviews

6

J24O1Jun 13, 2013

A good movie for all Superman fan's including myself. Brandon Routh tries to be to much like Christopher Reeve and don't really give his own interpretation. It lack's a deep core story and not enough action it tries to much to fit in with theA good movie for all Superman fan's including myself. Brandon Routh tries to be to much like Christopher Reeve and don't really give his own interpretation. It lack's a deep core story and not enough action it tries to much to fit in with the reeve classical movie's. It needed that new direction different take.… Expand

1 of 7 users found this helpful16

All this user's reviews

6

TyranianJul 2, 2019

A reasonably good Superman film, Spacey is good and the visuals and music are strong but it isn't as entertaining as it should be.

1 of 9 users found this helpful18

All this user's reviews

6

jonasbttencourtJan 13, 2021

Just an ok superhero movie, the running time is a bit abusive, but the good cast and some great action sequences kept me engage.

1 of 10 users found this helpful19

All this user's reviews

3

LondonTrueloveNov 18, 2010

This movie sucks in so many ways it's hard to believe. It literally could've ended 10 times, but no, it just kept on dragging on. Way too long and extremely boring. It'd be more exciting to spend two and a half hours watching grass grow, orThis movie sucks in so many ways it's hard to believe. It literally could've ended 10 times, but no, it just kept on dragging on. Way too long and extremely boring. It'd be more exciting to spend two and a half hours watching grass grow, or paint dry, either will suffice. I gave it a 3 b/c I like superman, but damn this film blew.… Expand

1 of 13 users found this helpful112

All this user's reviews

4

MikeS.Jul 1, 2006

Booooo.... a dour snoozefest bareft of wit or soul.

0 of 1 users found this helpful

9

AndyP.Jul 4, 2006

A true classic. This is what movies used to be like before they were all about special fx and explosions. It's a movie that unravels gradually and pulls you in, instead of the loud "in your face" variety that we're plagued withA true classic. This is what movies used to be like before they were all about special fx and explosions. It's a movie that unravels gradually and pulls you in, instead of the loud "in your face" variety that we're plagued with nowadays. it reminds me of the old school speilberg flicks that cared as much about character and drama as they did thrills and action. We need more like this one.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful

3

EdG.Dec 9, 2006

This was a shallow movie with a poor script and recycled ideas. I ABSOLUTELY cannot understand how anyone can like this movie. I realize this is Superman but HAVE MERCY the limitless cliche's were suffocating.

0 of 1 users found this helpful

0

BobS.Jun 24, 2006

This was full of it!!!! It was the most boring movie that i have ever seen!!! boooooooo!!!!

0 of 1 users found this helpful

5

LeeC.Jul 5, 2006

Way overrated! Lousy plot and a messy portrayal of Lois Lane by Bosworth. i'd pick X3 over this one anytime.

0 of 2 users found this helpful

5

PatC.Jan 2, 2007

Its heart is in the right place, but overall it's drawn out overkill.

0 of 1 users found this helpful

3

TaimurA.Jun 20, 2008

If you read the comments of the critics its quite obvious that they are all a bunch of idiots. any one who calls this film "superb" is retarded. superman 1 and 2 are still etched in peoples minds. SR however is one of the most forgettable If you read the comments of the critics its quite obvious that they are all a bunch of idiots. any one who calls this film "superb" is retarded. superman 1 and 2 are still etched in peoples minds. SR however is one of the most forgettable movies of all time. some scenes were okay, So? I also hate the fact that each time we saw superman fly, it was a fake superman, as in, it was a digital reproduction, not the actual actor. I therefore could not connect with superman at all. i connected with chris reeves, because it was him doing the flying and he did it beautifuly. bottom line...they messed up...big time!… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful

3

ScottDDec 17, 2006

Very boring... I kept watching hoping to see a big action scene and it never comes. Its a long boring movie.

0 of 3 users found this helpful

4

ArkonBladeOct 26, 2010

when i think of this film one word comes to mind... boring... we've had 4 superman movies done before this and they all had lex luthor as the main villian . i think its time to move on to some one new . the whole brains vs brawn thing haswhen i think of this film one word comes to mind... boring... we've had 4 superman movies done before this and they all had lex luthor as the main villian . i think its time to move on to some one new . the whole brains vs brawn thing has worn out its stay. why not give superman a real villian who has some power like doomsday. the visual effects are nice and the new guy taking the role of superman doesnt do to bad of a job . its just that the film never feels like it goes any where fun or interesting. if you want to see a good superman movie go see the original first 2 films with reeve.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

9

EliteF50Oct 11, 2010

Despite its flaws, this is without a doubt the best Superman movie. Sure, it could have used more action and less dialogue, but I enjoyed this movie the whole two and a half hours I was sitting there watching it. Oh, and one more thing...Despite its flaws, this is without a doubt the best Superman movie. Sure, it could have used more action and less dialogue, but I enjoyed this movie the whole two and a half hours I was sitting there watching it. Oh, and one more thing... Brandon Routh IS Superman. I'm glad Zack Snyder is taking over, but Routh needs to return as Superman. He deserves it.… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

2

jeremyd99Sep 1, 2010

Superman returns with bad acting,a bad story,and bad charachters. The movie has only one reedeming quality and that is it its stunning visuals,that is the only reason I did not give it a zero. The story is really boring. Not even comic booksSuperman returns with bad acting,a bad story,and bad charachters. The movie has only one reedeming quality and that is it its stunning visuals,that is the only reason I did not give it a zero. The story is really boring. Not even comic books fans will enjoy this story. The movie has horrible acing and horrible everything else. Now that I am done (I know this is short) but this movie sucks and you should not see it.… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

9

FamousdogJun 29, 2013

Why the hate for this movie? I have returned to this question having just been to see Zach Snyder's Independence Day meets Matrix Revolutions version of Superman and i just can't understand it. In a film landscape dominated by reboots, BryanWhy the hate for this movie? I have returned to this question having just been to see Zach Snyder's Independence Day meets Matrix Revolutions version of Superman and i just can't understand it. In a film landscape dominated by reboots, Bryan Singer attempted to produce a film that would fit seamlessly with two films made over 20 years earlier. And you know what? It bloody worked.… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

9

wolfritzJun 21, 2011

This is one great movie. The story and acting coexisted perfectly. One of my favorites of the Superman movies. Brandon Routh portrayed Clark Kent/Superman pretty well. Definitely worth the watch!

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

4

J-ShapAug 25, 2011

Superman Returns has the right elements for a good Superman movie. It has big, epic-sized effects, a story about the more human portions of Superman, and more than enough drama to keep brainless superhero pieces of shlock on the floor (I'mSuperman Returns has the right elements for a good Superman movie. It has big, epic-sized effects, a story about the more human portions of Superman, and more than enough drama to keep brainless superhero pieces of shlock on the floor (I'm looking at you Wolverine). That said, to be a drama is not enough. It must be a competent drama. I could go on about how Lex Luthor's plan makes no sense, or about the odd decision to give Superman a child, but I like to think that picking at individual aspects isn't as important as the overall tone. Plenty of superhero movies have gotten away with questionable fine details because they had the right tone and pacing hold interest and entertain (X-Men and Spider-Man immediately come to mind). The feel of Superman Returns is just all wrong. The film truly is dull, in every aspect.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

9

MonsieurEamesJul 12, 2012

Once again, another supremely underrated comic book flick. The casting wasn't as good as the originals, but I thought that Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth and Kevin Spacey did fine in their roles. The effects are astounding and add moreOnce again, another supremely underrated comic book flick. The casting wasn't as good as the originals, but I thought that Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth and Kevin Spacey did fine in their roles. The effects are astounding and add more believable moments to the film. Plus, this was an original story line, its not like they revisited the origin story again.… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

0

idohakerJul 5, 2013

boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooorrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinnnnnnnnngggg.that is all i got to say about this movie.this isboooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooorrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrriiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinnnnnnnnngggg.that is all i got to say about this movie.this is not superman.this is a guy that protend that he is superman.and cant even give one punch to a dude.horrible.dissapointment,but if you want to see a good superman movie go to see man of steel.in the begining there is just talking,but belive me you will never forget the awsomeness of man of steel.for the end this movie is terrible,go see man of steel… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

5

Iky009Jan 6, 2014

Não sou contra esse filme porém não grande coisaNão sou contra esse filme porém não grande coisa … Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

1

domecJun 17, 2013

Eventough I was not born after superman IV I am a big fan. So I was overjoyed to hear a new movie is coming out. As I started watching the movie I was expecting a fight between Superman and hordes of henchmen. It turned out Superman did notEventough I was not born after superman IV I am a big fan. So I was overjoyed to hear a new movie is coming out. As I started watching the movie I was expecting a fight between Superman and hordes of henchmen. It turned out Superman did not throw even a punch. His son did more than that. Yes he has a son with Louis Lane. It was so dull to watch it that only thing keeping me awake was hope of seeing a fight. But it never came. I see this is a good film but this Superman and I expected more.… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

3

gzayas91Jun 21, 2017

What an entirely pointless film this was. This serve no purpose and way too late, after the fourth one. The fourth one was such a dumb Saturday morning cartoon. this movie tries be to like Batman Begins, still doing the family friendlyWhat an entirely pointless film this was. This serve no purpose and way too late, after the fourth one. The fourth one was such a dumb Saturday morning cartoon. this movie tries be to like Batman Begins, still doing the family friendly series, which it didn't work. This should have been a reboot, instead a suppose sequel. Bryan Singer is not that great of a director. The only Singer film I like is Valkyrie. I don't hate this, this is just a middle- of-the-road-film.… Expand

0 of 11 users found this helpful011

All this user's reviews

5

TheWalrus2000Mar 30, 2013

I praise it becuase its better than the third and fourth supermans but at the same time I'm concerned by the bad effort Bryan Singer put on its direction. It has outstanding visuals but Superman Returns falls into great depths of boredom andI praise it becuase its better than the third and fourth supermans but at the same time I'm concerned by the bad effort Bryan Singer put on its direction. It has outstanding visuals but Superman Returns falls into great depths of boredom and similar to 300, it looks to hard for memorable scenes.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

6

survivorfan989Jun 24, 2013

I love a good Superhero movie, but this wasn't one. No it wasn't that bad but I just don't really get the hype with Superman compared to other comic heroes out there. It was a long film and it really struggled to hold my interest as thereI love a good Superhero movie, but this wasn't one. No it wasn't that bad but I just don't really get the hype with Superman compared to other comic heroes out there. It was a long film and it really struggled to hold my interest as there never seemed to be much going on. Characters weren't that interesting and while the acting is probably up there as some of the best in films like this, its not enough to make up for boring content, so overall only the diehard fans will really enjoy this one.… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

3

Jamison12Jun 6, 2013

Brandon Routh falls flat on his steel face. While if it wasn't about Superman, this may be a good film. But it IS about Superman. The most action going on in this film is when he gets shot in the eye. And unfortunately for anyone watching theBrandon Routh falls flat on his steel face. While if it wasn't about Superman, this may be a good film. But it IS about Superman. The most action going on in this film is when he gets shot in the eye. And unfortunately for anyone watching the movie, the movie doesn't end there. All i take away from this film are 3 things. 1) This plot has more holes than Swiss Cheese, 2) Brandon Routh sucks, and 3) Superman is a crappy parent.… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

0

tskflavioJun 14, 2013

Bad movie, extremely boring and sleepy, I felt robbed in that epoch watched this movie in the theater, Superman load a kryptonite island was a much delayed.

0 of 4 users found this helpful04

All this user's reviews

0

AndreusJul 8, 2013

This is literally the worst movie I have ever seen as far as super heroes go. I should have been paid to see this movie not the other way around. What a waste of time, energy, money, and my faith for future superman movies...

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

5

ConnorFilmFanJul 25, 2013

I applaud Bryan Singer for trying to bring the nostalgia and magic from the first two Richard Donner/Chris Reeve films. Sadly, in many respects, Bryan fails. While the film has some interesting concepts, it's unfortunately more of the sameI applaud Bryan Singer for trying to bring the nostalgia and magic from the first two Richard Donner/Chris Reeve films. Sadly, in many respects, Bryan fails. While the film has some interesting concepts, it's unfortunately more of the same old. In many ways, the film blatantly borrows from the first two classics, without trying to add anything new to the series it's continuing. One thing the film does give the audience is a fantastically campy performance delivered by Kevin Spacey who clearly seems to be enjoying himself.
Overall the film asks us Does the world need Superman ?
It doesn't need this film, that's for sure. The film just lacks the spectacle and wonder you would expect in a Superman film
55/100… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

7

cag11Nov 29, 2013

It has a lot of plot holes, which were somewhat too noticeable throughout the whole film. It gave me a better view of it than Superman III did. The acting wasn't that good, plus the small amount of humor wasn't really that good either. ButIt has a lot of plot holes, which were somewhat too noticeable throughout the whole film. It gave me a better view of it than Superman III did. The acting wasn't that good, plus the small amount of humor wasn't really that good either. But the whole plot was interesting, which never made me want to not watch it.… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

5

ThatCooperGuyJun 25, 2015

This movie is okay. Brandon Routhe looked too young and wasn't the best choice for the man of steel, but I got the impression that he was at least trying. I didn't like how Lois Lane was written and I don't think Kate Bosworth was a goodThis movie is okay. Brandon Routhe looked too young and wasn't the best choice for the man of steel, but I got the impression that he was at least trying. I didn't like how Lois Lane was written and I don't think Kate Bosworth was a good choice, she looked like a teenager. Kevin Spacey was a decent Lex, but his 'diabolical plan' wasn't very smart. There could of been more action scenes and I kinda wish the film embraced the colors of the Richard Donner movies. This should have been more fun, they might as well have called this movie "Subparman Returns"...… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

7

marcmyworksJan 22, 2014

This film left a lot of plot holes and questions in the film series which, unfortunately due to box office performance, will never be answered. Bryan Singer did direct a great blockbuster, but it wasn't interesting enough to fill seats.

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

7

diogomendesSep 3, 2014

I don't get why is this movie so bashed by the audience. Because it's thoroughly entertaining from the beginning to the end? Because the movie has so much potential and the cast never wastes that? While not as great as the two movies,I don't get why is this movie so bashed by the audience. Because it's thoroughly entertaining from the beginning to the end? Because the movie has so much potential and the cast never wastes that? While not as great as the two movies, "Superman Returns" offers enough witty to amuse.… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

5

UCAMay 8, 2014

It's a diffcult game. But I think this game is too simple because you really only can be two skills, dodge an attack and attack with your weapon or magic.

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

3

MovieGKMay 8, 2014

.Horrible! No it didn't have humor or romance or anything... wait maybe it did. But it doesn't matter! It was BORING! I haven't watched it for quite some time so i tried to rewatch it. Twice. Failed both times. I just saw the first and last.Horrible! No it didn't have humor or romance or anything... wait maybe it did. But it doesn't matter! It was BORING! I haven't watched it for quite some time so i tried to rewatch it. Twice. Failed both times. I just saw the first and last 15 minutes. Boring!… Expand

0 of 5 users found this helpful05

All this user's reviews

6

juliankennedy23Oct 26, 2014

Superman Returns: 6 out of 10: This movie is definitely missing the spark that made the first two Supermans fun. (Superman 3 was pretty awful and Superman 4 is one of the worst films of all time). Superman comes across as a bit of a jerk andSuperman Returns: 6 out of 10: This movie is definitely missing the spark that made the first two Supermans fun. (Superman 3 was pretty awful and Superman 4 is one of the worst films of all time). Superman comes across as a bit of a jerk and a bully in this film and the franchise isn't all that better for it.

Superman has gone away for five years in a plot contrivance that threatens to sink the film before it can begin. The claim is that he is seeking the remains of his home world (Not to sound like a comic book geek but he if gets his powers from our yellow sun he shouldn't be flying past Pluto let alone halfway across the galaxy.) He comes back, sort of says hi to mom, tortures his poor loyal dog with a tennis ball and heads to the big city where he stalks his ex-girlfriend Lois whom he didn't even tell he was leaving and who has clearly gone on with her life.

And I'm not exaggerating the stalking. Superman hangs outsider her house using superpowers to snoop like some DC comics version of a cautionary Lifetime movie.

Lex Luthor is also back with another stupid plan though Kevin Spacey does play the character well and a talented Parker Posey fills both the Otis and Mrs. Teschmacher shoes.

Both leads (Brandon Routh and Kate Bosworth) have zero chemistry with each other and considering they were passionate lovers their conversations are pretty stunted and mundane.

The action sequences are decent but the whole film seems to drag at two and a half hours and there is a distinct lack of joy. (You know something fun like everyone putting their Kryptonite up on E-bay, or Superman dating a supermodel to make Lois jealous that kind of thing everyone seems so damn melancholy.) Speaking of melancholy I noticed that Superman never asked about any disasters he didn't prevent while he was on his so called vacation. Maybe a trip over lower Metropolis to see Ground Zero would have given him a reason for all the moping.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

0

X-21Jun 27, 2014

a disgrace to the man of steel
movie sucks and you should see it, to mock it
huge letdown
crap screenplay
bad acting
crap script
no action
boring villain
boring storyline

0 of 11 users found this helpful011

All this user's reviews

1

DeathSladeJun 27, 2014

Superman's character was boring and there was no life in him
There was very little action
The story was bad
Bad movie overall
A disgrace to the man of steel

0 of 5 users found this helpful05

All this user's reviews

4

ClipStateNov 14, 2016

Superman Returns appears to play it safe and thus plays out much like its predecessors. Its the same old material played out with a different cast and yet still feels like its stuck in the past. Some people wanted to see this, and someSuperman Returns appears to play it safe and thus plays out much like its predecessors. Its the same old material played out with a different cast and yet still feels like its stuck in the past. Some people wanted to see this, and some didn't. The background, scenery and effects are well created but lack the wow factor we expect with more recent entries. Its yet another devious, 80s-esque plot that happens to be reminiscent of the stereotypical supervillain only with diminishing returns. Most of the action is also composed of Superman lifting things. Like a lot of things. We see little in the form of combat with Superman although it probably isn't exceedingly nessecary as evident by the 2013 Reboot's supposed overuse of it. Much of Superman Returns would feel slow for the modern audience but can kick in a bit of nostalgia for the rest.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

7

mbigAug 15, 2014

i can t understand why so many people panned this movie. Sure there are some weak spots but overall i d say that it had the same tone as the Reeves Superman. On the downside Luther's plot to get rich with real estate again left me with a dejai can t understand why so many people panned this movie. Sure there are some weak spots but overall i d say that it had the same tone as the Reeves Superman. On the downside Luther's plot to get rich with real estate again left me with a deja vu feeling. Wasn't that the premise of the first Reeves movie? A little originality would have been nice. Otherwise, I found that the acting was solid, the action was a bit lacking but was effective when shown.
The fact that Superman learns he has a son would also have been something to work with in a sequel but that never happened. Too bad i would have liked to see that interaction.… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

5

MrMovieBuffFeb 5, 2016

A bleak, and empty installment for the once joyous "Superman" franchise, this is not a reboot, but just an overdue sequel that manages to kill off and dull down one of the most iconic superheroes in comic book history.

Bryan SingerA bleak, and empty installment for the once joyous "Superman" franchise, this is not a reboot, but just an overdue sequel that manages to kill off and dull down one of the most iconic superheroes in comic book history.

Bryan Singer ('X-Men' and 'X2: X-Men United') takes to the director's chair to complete what Richard Donner started with Christopher Reeve back in the late 1970s...he manages to fit, or even copy, the style, but everything else just seems...bland.

A 25 year old Brandon Routh dons the Superman outfit this time as he seems to physically resemble Christopher Reeve, but lacks the overall charisma. He comes off as a bore, yes, we get it, he's tortured and hasn't returned from Krypton in over 5 years, but where's the joy? Where's the enthusiasm? He just seems like the kind of guy who would try to smile in front of a camera, but ultimately just exposes his teeth with a blank expression, and the picture would just look awkward.

Kate Bosworth, who was 22 at the time, plays Lois Lane who has a child that is 5 years old...she does not look like someone who should have a child that's 5 years old. She seems shocked that Superman has (as the title suggests) returned, but is mad at him for leaving in the first place.

Kevin Spacey plays the ever-so-threatening Lex Luthor, he has charisma and seems to be the only one giving the most effort in his performance, but he's a cartoon...his presence and his appearance make him more animated than a Pixar film.

Overall, this is bleak, dry and underwhelming. I applaud Singer for trying to bring some cinematic life back to the iconic character, but the franchise needed a reboot...fresh and different, not an overdue sequel where it feels like a carbon copy of previous installments.

There's promise, but there's disappointment.… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

6

TheDude-Jul 21, 2015

Superman Returns is by no means a terrible film it has some good cinematography, action sequences, some neat visual effects, some good humour, Brandon Routh looks great as superman and Kevin spacey nails it as Lex Luthor but the film just hasSuperman Returns is by no means a terrible film it has some good cinematography, action sequences, some neat visual effects, some good humour, Brandon Routh looks great as superman and Kevin spacey nails it as Lex Luthor but the film just has some of the most bland and cookie cutter of characters and plot points, Brandon Routh has no charisma as Clark Kent the same goes for Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane, The film puts way to little focus on Clark Kent and decides to make it more about the even less interesting Lois Lane, Lex Luthor's motivations as to what he wants to do in this film is very unclear and lastly the film has many continuity and superman Loir errors that is to long of a list to mention.
6/10… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

6

kyle20ellisMar 29, 2022

There have been critics who have been stinting in their praise for this movie, but others were quite condescending. This film is far from a masterpiece, and definitely not the best of the Superman franchise, but it was fairly solidThere have been critics who have been stinting in their praise for this movie, but others were quite condescending. This film is far from a masterpiece, and definitely not the best of the Superman franchise, but it was fairly solid considering what it could've been. First off, visually it looks amazing and I thought the special effects were extremely good. Same with the music score, full of those familiar motifs and some new haunting ones too. While Lex Luthor wasn't portrayed as the cold, shrewd yet somewhat lovable villain Gene Hackman played so memorably in the original movies, Kevin Spacey the competent actor he is played him very well. Also Bryan Singer's direction was able and had just the right edge, and I was intrigued by the film's concept. And I have to say, some of the action scenes were very exhilarating. However, there were elements that could've been better. One of the main problems I had with the film was the pace, I found it unusually slow and there are scenes like Clark listening in on Lois and Jason that dragged on for too long. And maybe I am in the minority who felt that it could've been half an hour shorter, and that the script was clunky at times. Also, I wasn't taken with the two leads either. Brandon Routh is handsome and he is charming but he isn't charismatic enough as Clark Kent/Superman, and Kate Bosworth left me cold as Lois. In regard to these two, the relationship between the two characters was underdeveloped. All in all, a solid and visually enthralling film, but it is let down by uneven pacing and a clunky script. 6/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

7

EpicLadySpongeApr 3, 2016

Superman Returns just has a lot to go through to be the best Superman movie of the 2000's, but it failed... but that doesn't mean it's terrible. It's fun to watch until boredom begins to scratch out of your head.

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

2

Cinemassacre94Mar 20, 2016

OK. Everyone release their collective breath. This movie is absolutely unforgivable! Not just disappointing, not just average, but terrible! As expected, the CGI was great--good thing too, because the story was nonexistent. Nonetheless, anOK. Everyone release their collective breath. This movie is absolutely unforgivable! Not just disappointing, not just average, but terrible! As expected, the CGI was great--good thing too, because the story was nonexistent. Nonetheless, an iconic screen shot here and there does not a movie make. Here are but a few of the problems:

1. The need for Superman's return is necessitated by the hero's 5 year leave of absence from earth, during which time, he presumably travels to Krypton in order to confirm its destruction. I say "presumably" since we never get to see any of this search, only a rehashed CGI effect of Krypton exploding. If you're going to use a return to Krypton as a plot device--and its an intriguing idea--develop it! Dont' leave it hanging there like an unzipped fly.

2. Lex Luthor is about as threatening as Star Jones in a verbal joust with Barbara Walters. The movie opens with him swindling an old widow out of her fortune. Are you shaking in your boots yet? Isn't this guy supposed to be the smartest guy on the planet? Sigh...I suppose the screenwriters, out of some misguided desire to one-up Hackman's original performance, decided complete emasculation of Superman's nemesis was the only route to go. Kudos on that guys! Oh yeah, and in case you missed the point that this guy has no penis, the movie made sure to show Parker Posey literally dump his "crystals" into the ocean. At least that was less painful than witnessing the relentless zinging of the movie's villain with "you're bald" jokes.

3. Lois Lane and Routh are as flat as pancakes. There is no emotional depth to the characters at all. I guess the writers realized this when they were penning the script because, a la "Family Ties", "The Cosby Show", "Phantom Menace", or "Full House", they decided to hide their faltering story by turning Lois Lane's 5 year old kid into a major character. As expected, this was typical bait and switch. Bring out the kid everytime we need a tear. And, for extra effect, lets make him speech impaired and only utter things like "Mommy, will he get better? I want him to get better."
Get my gun.

4. Luthor's plan to destroy Superman starts off well--steal Kryptonian technology and use it to conquer the world and kill Superman--but leaves something to be desired in the execution. Luthor uses a crystal from the Fortress of Solitude to create a new continent--one based on the crystaline geology of Krypton. OK, so far. What now? Build some kick-ass Kryptonian weapons? Revive some long-dormant Kryptonian A.I. that runs amok? Build a suit of Kryptonian battle armor to give Supes a run for his money? None of the above. If you said, kick back, smoke a cigar and play a couple of hands of No-Limit Texas Hold-Em, you'd be more on the right track. Yawn...

5. What else? Oh yeah. Lois has a live-in boyfriend played by X-Men's James Marsden. If only they had let Marsden unleash a well-placed optic blast to eleviate the mind-numbing boredom of watching him squirm from one insecurity complex to the next. I guess I can't blame the guy. If I knew my girlfriend's ex was the last son of Krypton, I'd probably be a little uneasy too. However, all sympathy for the character quickly evaporates as he is remorselessly turned into a Women's Sensitivity Seminar Poster Boy.

6. In the end, I didn't know what to be irritated by the most--the film's inability to engage me in any way by the story, or its heavy-handed attempts to endorse some limp-d--k vision of the sensitive, modern man.

There has been some recent attention surrounding the question, "Is Superman Returns a gay film"? I don't think "gay" quite hits the mark on this one. Rather, terms like "limp", "flacid",and "impotent" come to mind.… Expand

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

5

MovieMasterEddyApr 6, 2016

Jesus of Nazareth spent 40 days in the desert. By comparison, Superman of Hollywood languished almost 20 years in development hell. Those years apparently raised the bar fearsomely high. Last seen larking about on the big screen in the 1987Jesus of Nazareth spent 40 days in the desert. By comparison, Superman of Hollywood languished almost 20 years in development hell. Those years apparently raised the bar fearsomely high. Last seen larking about on the big screen in the 1987 dud "Superman IV," the Man of Steel has been resurrected in a leaden new film not only to fight for truth, justice and the American way, but also to give Mel Gibson's passion a run for his box-office money. Where once the superhero flew up, up and away, he now flies down, down, down, sent from above to save mankind from its sins and what looked like another bummer summer.

The super-size (more than two and a half hours) "Superman Returns" was written by Michael Dougherty and Dan Harris, working off a story hatched by them and the director, Bryan Singer, after what appears to have been repeat viewings of Richard Donner's "Superman." Released in 1978, that film ushered Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster's original comic creation into the blockbuster age with frothy wit and a cast that included Marlon Brando in a creamy scoop of white hair and Gene Hackman in clover. Christopher Reeve, of course, wore the cape and tights, while Margot Kidder did a fine approximation of the young Katharine Hepburn at her most coltish. Valerie Perrine and Ned Beatty added some laughs, while Glenn Ford supplied a pinch of gravitas.

As nutritious as a box of Cracker Jack and just as yummy, "Superman" was at once a goof and a self-conscious bid at modern mythmaking. Years later, what resonates aren't Mr. Donner's action scenes, which look crude compared with what he would do later in the "Lethal Weapon" series, but how fluidly he changes tones from the iconic (as when the supertoddler lifts a truck off his Earth father) to the playful (as when the souped-up adult realizes that the closetlike phone booth is a thing of the past). Mr. Reeve worked the tonal changes with similar ease, delivering a superhero whose earnestness was strategically offset by his fumbling, bumbling, all-too-human twin, who was just the ticket for the post-Watergate, pre-Indiana Jones moment.

Mr. Singer's Superman, played by Brandon Routh, is a hero of rather different emotional colors, most muted. Like Christopher Nolan's "Batman Begins," Mr. Singer's effort reworks the legend against a vaguely modern, timeless backdrop that blends the thematically old with the technologically new. The story opens with some necrophiliac wizardry and Brando newly arisen as Superman's extraterrestrial father. Well represented even from beyond, the dead actor receives billing for his spectral turn, squeezed between Eva Marie Saint, who plays Superman's earth mother, and Tristan Lake Leabu, who plays Lois Lane's young son. The Daily Planet's star reporter is in turn played by Kate Bosworth, whose glum mien and curtain of brown hair suggests that blondes really do have more fun.

Lois, however, doesn't enter the picture until after the filmmakers have laid the story's Oedipal foundation, which finds two men saying goodbye to the much older women who will, intentionally or not, shape their destinies. In one corner, Lex Luthor (Kevin Spacey taking up the role played by Mr. Hackman) bids cold adieu to the crone who will make him fantastically rich; in another, Superman again digs a fiery trough into the Kent family farm upon crash landing. This time, it's the grown man who brings tears to his mother's eyes and who stares at the sinking Kansas (actually Australian) sun, weighing his responsibility to humankind after a five-year hiatus crossing the galaxies to visit his original home.

It's too bad that Mr. Singer and his colleagues don't really do anything substantial with the good-guy-bad-guy routine. Superman may be a super-creation, but it's his villains rather than his dual identity that have usually given him a kick. Unlike his brooding and angst-ridden rivals in the superhero game, his alter ego is only as interesting as the comic book artist or the actor adding shades of gray to Clark Kent's business suit. Part of the charm of Mr. Reeve's interpretation was that a guy this impossibly handsome, who literally towers over everyone in the office, could hide behind a slouch and oversize eyeglasses. It was absurd, but then so too was the idea that a powerful extraterrestrial would hang around Earth to take the kind of abuse perennially heaped on his human half.

As he proved with his first two installments of "The X-Men" franchise, Mr. Singer likes to make important pop entertainments that trumpet their seriousness as loudly as they deploy their bangs. It's hard not to think that Superman isn't the only one here with a savior complex.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

9

UNARMED_JORDAug 21, 2016

this movie is not the definitive superman movie we all crave, but for once we see superman in a way he has never been portrayed in this film, he may not be the fighting superhero we want him to be but the amount of emotional depth in thisthis movie is not the definitive superman movie we all crave, but for once we see superman in a way he has never been portrayed in this film, he may not be the fighting superhero we want him to be but the amount of emotional depth in this movie just makes it a truly worthy name under superman's belt… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

6

SonicHD7May 31, 2017

While Lex Luthor (Kevin Spacey) plots to destroy him once and for all, the Man of Steel (Brandon Routh) returns after a long absence to a much-changed world. Lois Lane (Kate Bosworth) has moved on with her life, and society has learned toWhile Lex Luthor (Kevin Spacey) plots to destroy him once and for all, the Man of Steel (Brandon Routh) returns after a long absence to a much-changed world. Lois Lane (Kate Bosworth) has moved on with her life, and society has learned to survive without him. Superman must find a way to reconnect with her and find his place in a world that may no longer need him.… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

10

lookaslookasOct 20, 2019

Great siqel for the superhero film.really cool pictures and cherecters there

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

7

MarvelJoeFeb 4, 2019

This was a movie that I'll respect try to do great. It's really decent but some good moments.

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

7

jonslowJan 11, 2019

overall - not a disappointment. Not that awesome thriller that Spider-Man was, not as fantastic as the X-Men movies, not as mysterious as Batman, but still loads better than Daredevil, Elektra, and Fantastic Four.

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

All this user's reviews

4

Onlyclassicvg1Jan 26, 2021

Singer was meant to finish directing the X-Men trilogy, and this proves it. The look of Superman Returns, while beautiful and streamlined, doesn't feel the way a Superman epic should. The lighting was never right and so everything

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

10

noob328Dec 8, 2020

it's not as good as Superman I/II/ but a hair better than MOS and def better than III/IV

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

10

Ascended333Oct 26, 2021

The new Superman has its visionary charms, but there’s only so far you can go

0 of 3 users found this helpful03

All this user's reviews

7

infraReconJun 4, 2023

This is a Difficult Superman movie to rate, it takes what we knew with the old trilogy and brings it into the modern era of film.

Does it work?, Mostly yes, When the action hits, it's perfect all the way through, but the cinematography andThis is a Difficult Superman movie to rate, it takes what we knew with the old trilogy and brings it into the modern era of film.

Does it work?, Mostly yes, When the action hits, it's perfect all the way through, but the cinematography and camera work combined with the CGI lets down that scenes just a little.

The music is Nostalgic But can feel out of place when mixed with a darker tone.

Brandon as Superman & Clark Kent, Does work in some scenes, but due to the lack of Dialogue, the characters are never fleshed out for you to enjoy their company.

The movie is also rather long for the plot it was trying to convey. When Superman is in the plane I expected the film to go on longer but it only had around 30 minutes left. So the pacing of the film is good but does not make full use of the time given.

Next is the action, it's good, especially the Plane scene but starts to degrade after. The plot is filled with a bit too many characters, but they are used well enough that they don't overstay their welcome, however, it also tries to introduce a side plot that doesn't really go anywhere especially since there won't be a direct sequel to this.

Would I want a sequel if I had watched this back in 2006? Maybe but then it would have to kick it up a notch.

Do I prefer Man of Steel over This? Definitely.

Lastly, this film was very close to capturing Superman perfectly. Sadly if one has watched the Christopher Reeves films then you'll notice something is just missing.

So what's missing in my opinion?
Firstly it is the Suit, there is no evolution besides the symbol, next is the fun Dialogue that was replaced with darkness and drama, and Finally the action, besides the plane scene, isn't believable, it's out of place really.
While this movie creates those moments of "How is Superman gonna deal with this" The acting, the CGI, and the Cinematography let it down.

So I think this is, I was going to give it an 8/10, but I believe it is a 7/10. There are parts in this movie which is a must-see, it is nostalgic and is very close to portraying Superman in a perfect manner. The Technology and film choices of its time let it down.

This Film tried to merge Nostalgic Lore, Characters, and Plots and tries to mix that all together with a generic Super Hero Movie that's in lacking CGI and Cinematography in places.

Superman Returns and Then leaves.… Expand

0 of 1 users found this helpful01

All this user's reviews

6

JamesB.Jul 2, 2006

The movies strong assets are kevin spacey and the action sequences. On the whole the movie is passable. In an attempt to show a strong female character the writer worked up a shitty louis lane. The way she treats Clark Kent, her team mate The movies strong assets are kevin spacey and the action sequences. On the whole the movie is passable. In an attempt to show a strong female character the writer worked up a shitty louis lane. The way she treats Clark Kent, her team mate who has returned after 5 years is appaling.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

5

DWGodwinJul 2, 2006

[***SPOILER***] I really anticipated "Superman Returns" and wanted to like it. Indeed, "Superman Returns" excelled in sheer spectacle, but it was disappointing in several key areas: First, the basic plot was a retread of the first Superman: [***SPOILER***] I really anticipated "Superman Returns" and wanted to like it. Indeed, "Superman Returns" excelled in sheer spectacle, but it was disappointing in several key areas: First, the basic plot was a retread of the first Superman: 1) Lex's lust for land (think "beachfront property"); 2) Lex's conflicted lady sidekick (think "Valerie Perrine") 3) Superman being weakened by Kryptonite and in the water (right out of the subway scene in the first movie). These are a few examples of Singer so intently trying to reflect the first movie that he begins to copy it. Second, it isn't the case that there is a duality between Superman/Clark. There are three people in there, apparently: Superman/Real Clark/Buffoon Clark. The real "corn fed" Clark we have come to know through better development in "Smallville" and the buffoonish Clark that is the favorite personna of the Donner films (save for the few minutes we see Clark return home in the beginning of the film). Even here, Clark isn't the nice young man as he is a bit mean to his dog. Perhaps it is intentional that Superman comes across more as the Clark we respect, and that the Buffoon Clark seems to be truly alien. Why should Lois be attracted to buffoon Clark? Perhaps this transposition justifies Lois' infatuation with Superman. Third, Superman uses his powers in truly creepy ways in the movie. It really isn't OK that Superman spies on Lois and her boyfriend in her home, and I must say that "Richard" came across as more truly heroic, because without any special powers (not even mutant ones) he exhibited a heck of a lot of courage to protect his family. Amazingly, I'm not sure this was intended. In contrast, Superman came across as more of a force of nature than human. The messianic overtones and overt references by Superman to this aspect of his personna seemed incredibly self-serving and unneccessary. Having written these things, I must say that the visual effects (particularly the jet crash and the bullet scene - you know which one I mean) were spectacular (though one has to wonder who would actually think that civilians would actually be allowed to fly on a shuttle launch vehicle - the implausibility of this plot turn boggles the mind! Perhaps the administration saw it as a way to dispense with some pesky reporters...). I've read comics for 30 years, and have faithfully attended just about every comic-related movie that has been put forth, and there have been some bad ones. To me, Superman isn't Superman because of his powers - it is his humanity, caring for others and capacity for self-sacrifice that makes Superman unique. Apparently, to Singer, Superman is Superman because of his powers. He is a messiah, not because of his essential kernal of humanity, but because in a god-like way he can apparently defy the laws of physics. Perhaps the tone of this first movie was necessary to set the stage for better things to come, but it was not the home run I had anticipated.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

7

CaptainSpauldingJul 5, 2006

A good summer weekend thrillride. I enjoyed this movie greatly. I really dug Jimmy Olsen, Frank Langella as Perry White and Brandon Routh did a great job as Superman (although I still consider him too young for the part and much to A good summer weekend thrillride. I enjoyed this movie greatly. I really dug Jimmy Olsen, Frank Langella as Perry White and Brandon Routh did a great job as Superman (although I still consider him too young for the part and much to "Superboyish" to be the "man" of steel). His voice is very, very Chris Reeve like and I thought he did a pretty good job. The icing on the cake however was Kevin Spacey as Lex Luthor...Yowzah! He gets the Metropolis baddie down pat and I think is the best Luthor...period. What a great choice for the part! He dominated this film IMO. The let down...Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane. Just ain't happening gang. Also, the whole thing with the "kid"...unneeded and merely a plot twist used by the diretor. All in all a solid 7.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

7

ScarecrowAug 5, 2006

Its entertaining but not as exciting as you would expected. The director of the two amazing x-men movies has done a good job on creating the feeling of being supwerman but the action isnt as cool as it could have been. The airplane sequence Its entertaining but not as exciting as you would expected. The director of the two amazing x-men movies has done a good job on creating the feeling of being supwerman but the action isnt as cool as it could have been. The airplane sequence is exciting but thats it. the ending didnt had tha much impacted on me and it was overly simple. the story could have been more interesting.I think the movie was missing a good villain. Lex Luthor is good but he is only human. the movie needed a real villain like Metalo who can fight superman one on one. Another villain could have made the movie a lot more interesting to watch.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

6

DouglasB.Aug 8, 2006

Total chick flik, I expected better from Singer. I loved Lex Luther but Superman was way too weak. He never punched a single guy! He just kept getting kicked around near the end and was nearly killed. The main element in this movie is love Total chick flik, I expected better from Singer. I loved Lex Luther but Superman was way too weak. He never punched a single guy! He just kept getting kicked around near the end and was nearly killed. The main element in this movie is love and how Superman cares about that girl who's name escapes me. Anyway, Lex Luther saved it from being terrible. Singer should've done X-3 (which was way better than this) instead of this.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

8

RedJul 16, 2008

This is an all around great movie. The only thing that slows Superman down is having to unravel the back story/ love story. This is kind of needed though and sets it up for an exciting sequel. Singer is a King in the superhero arena and This is an all around great movie. The only thing that slows Superman down is having to unravel the back story/ love story. This is kind of needed though and sets it up for an exciting sequel. Singer is a King in the superhero arena and doesn't fail to deliver. This movie still manages to take flight and dazzle audiences.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

6

werffijeOct 1, 2006

There is one truly great scene in it (the airline one)...and that's pretty much it. The introduction of a child is stupid, seemingly commandeered by the class of actors going past their prime in recent times and all popping out little There is one truly great scene in it (the airline one)...and that's pretty much it. The introduction of a child is stupid, seemingly commandeered by the class of actors going past their prime in recent times and all popping out little kids. The Clarke Kent persona is underplayed. Superman doesn't interact with the world enough, like he's an observer rather than superhero. The lifting continent of kryptonite to space scene was bulls*** (for a very obvious reason). Parts of it are good, but it falls well short in other areas (the Kid....the KID)… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

8

JoshuaW.Oct 3, 2006

Great casting and a couple of terrific action sequences. But the pacing was rather unbalanced. Still, did they clone Christopher Reeves or something?

0 of 0 users found this helpful

10

EikoOct 7, 2006

For me, I think this is the best Superman movie ever and a VERY entertaining movie, and also the movie is carefully done. I think Singer did a job well done. Spacey's Lex was wonderfully done and I think Routh's acting was pretty much ok.

0 of 0 users found this helpful

5

StefanB.Jun 28, 2006

Despite introducing themes such as the ability of mankind to transcend their own pettiness and themselves become supermen, and the selfishness of remaining a god among mortals, the movie quickly devolves into something we've seen Despite introducing themes such as the ability of mankind to transcend their own pettiness and themselves become supermen, and the selfishness of remaining a god among mortals, the movie quickly devolves into something we've seen before. Lex Luthor's evil scheme makes almost no sense, and the internal consistancy of such major elements as the way kryptonite affects superman is very questionable. In the end, the film veers away from all of its earlier hints at greatness, and delivers a poorly-timed, drawn out version of exactly what we've seen before in old superman movies. It's not bad, but it leaves me questioning the reasons for a remake.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

5

PatriciaB.Jun 29, 2006

I could call my review "Why the World Doesn't Need Superman Returns." While Brandon Routh is an absolute revelation as Superman - the screen lights up when he's on it - the story (was there one? I can't recall) is so flimsy I could call my review "Why the World Doesn't Need Superman Returns." While Brandon Routh is an absolute revelation as Superman - the screen lights up when he's on it - the story (was there one? I can't recall) is so flimsy that it can't support the worthwhile religious imagery. I was so excited to see what they would do with the notion of "Why the World Doesn't Need Superman"... the idea that the world doesn't need a savior. The movie doesn't really show us what this means - we don't get to see with our own eyes how Lois might have come to this conclusion, except as a girl nursing a broken heart. There's a larger picture here - one I would like to have seen. And, with the exception of a few lines referring to how the world DOES need a savior, SUPERMAN RETURNS doesn't show us why Lois's mind is changed by the end of the film. Do we ever actually get to see real people in real crisis? There's a silly bank robbery scene that serves the purpose of showing off Superman's ability to repel bullets, and the ill-conceived robbery of the Museum of Natural History... but none of the scenes of folks "in danger" (mostly shown in a montage) really connect us with the notion of needing/ wanting/ or rejecting a savior. For all the Christ poses and references to events like Christ's resurrection, the writers really didn't seem to be involved in linking the images to an actual narrative. The pacing drags because the director seems to be so in love with his effects that he luxuriates in them. We see the same thing (the land formations Lex has conjured) over and over again - we get it! What's more, who cares? We need to see people we care about in danger, not just hear that "billions" will die. And finally - as for the scene in which Lois is on Lex's yacht - again, "in danger" - this is one of the most limp sequences I've seen in a superhero film. It drags. As for casting - poor Kate Bosworth. She's gone without eating all these years... and for what? So she can co-star in a disappointing big budget extravaganza and be criticized as one of the weakest links (which she was)? So, given that she looks 20, 21... are we to assume she was a teenage mother? Babies having babies. Tsk. Tsk. Shame on you, Superman. Seems like what you did is illegal in most states. Next time, cast a woman - not a girl who has the body of a pre-adolescent boy - to play Lois Lane. Someone who is worthy of Brandon Routh's gaze. While the effects guys earned their paychecks here, the screenwriters did not - there's no story to support the $200 million plus effects extravaganza that is Superman Returns. It's a shame Superman isn't real. Maybe he could have saved this picture.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

10

AlanhH.Jun 30, 2006

As good as they are, the heart of the movie isn't the special effects, it's the love story which for comic book characters is remarkably touching. And, for once in current movies, everyone acts like a decent person (except, of As good as they are, the heart of the movie isn't the special effects, it's the love story which for comic book characters is remarkably touching. And, for once in current movies, everyone acts like a decent person (except, of course, the villain). To put it another way, unlike most such movies, they act like adults. And everyone ends up doing the right thing. As one reviewer remarked, it's the most truly adult superhero movie ever. And not in the sense of being unpleasant and dark like the over-rated Batman Begins. Rather, it's both moving and life affirming.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

8

AlexB.Jun 30, 2006

This was one of the greatest films I've seen this year. My only beef with it was that Superman didn't throw a single punch the entire movie. Didn't anyone else notice that?

0 of 0 users found this helpful

0

JohnB.Jun 30, 2006

Superman Returns is the quintessential example of hollywood spectacle where logic, script, and film style are cast aside, replaced by effects and the grandiose. Whoever concocts these kinds of films must not give any respect for the Superman Returns is the quintessential example of hollywood spectacle where logic, script, and film style are cast aside, replaced by effects and the grandiose. Whoever concocts these kinds of films must not give any respect for the viewer's intelligence, attempting to make up something merely to distract the audience from its blatant errors from top to bottom. This isn't film, this is like watching a two and a half hour commercial with no real plot, but a purpose to gain one's attention long enough to justify the money you spent in the theater. It is a film like this one that makes me shake my head and wonder why I even bother to care for hollywood these days.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

8

AmandaB.Jul 11, 2006

Very good movie, with Routh a surprisingly good fit for his role. I liked the reuse of Jor-El's voice from old footage thereby drawing parallels to movie's one and two. personally, i found it hard to buy Kevin Spacey as lex Luthor. Very good movie, with Routh a surprisingly good fit for his role. I liked the reuse of Jor-El's voice from old footage thereby drawing parallels to movie's one and two. personally, i found it hard to buy Kevin Spacey as lex Luthor. He played the part brilliantly, and his one-lined puns were right on target, but physically, he didn't portray Lex, at least not the lex i know from legend. In short, Brian did a wonderful job in this remade version of Superman, just as he did with X-Men, The visual effects were good, as they say, you did believe a man could fly.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful

6

ShawnO.Jul 1, 2006

[***SPOILERS***] I enjoyed this movie to the extent that the FX were excellent and the performances were servicable. The subtext in this movie that "we all have the ability to be supermen" was rather poignant, I thought. This movie fails in [***SPOILERS***] I enjoyed this movie to the extent that the FX were excellent and the performances were servicable. The subtext in this movie that "we all have the ability to be supermen" was rather poignant, I thought. This movie fails in many areas though. First, it takes way too long to get the story going. Second, it lacks continuity. If this movie is supposed to take place where Superman II left off (apparently, Bryan SInger thinks III and IV didn't exist), then why did he leave for 5 years? If you recall Superman II, Superman leaves Metropolis to go to the Fortress of Solitude with Lois Lane. In order to be with her he has to give up his powers and he does. While this is going on Zod and his crew are reaking havoc and taking over the world. Superman finds out what's going on, gets his powers back "(I've been...lifting weights."), realizes he has to sacrifice a relationship with Lois and live out his destiny as mankind's protector. At the end of the movie he meets the president and sys, "I won't let you down again." That being said, why the heck did he take off for 5 years? My third problem with this movie is that it's even more ridiculous that no one knows Clark is Superman than it was 26 years ago. For God's sake, besides the fact that they look exactly the same and have all of the same physical characteristics (which Richard White pointed out) don't any of those characters find it a bit coincidental that they both left 5 years ago and came back the exact same day?! Another problem--and my wife pointed this out-- If you never saw the first 2 movies or don't know much about the Superman charcter, this movie (although wasting about an hour trying to) does not fill in any blanks or explain any canon. Bryan SInger apparently forgot that Superman II was released in 1980. The biggest problem with this movie is 2 fold: This a clone of the Richard Donner Superman movies. The characters are almost exactly the same as they were 26 years ago with nothing new brought to them by the actors that play them (and I still don't understand why Clark Kent has to be a clumsy dork. I don't recall the comics ever portraying him that way.). Lex is a little more vicious, but still not a whole lot different than Gene Hackman's Lex and the cliched girlfriend (Kitty Kowalski) played by Parker Posey is the exact same as every other girlfriend he's ever had. She's ditzy, does whatever Lex tells her, tries to seduce Superman in order to distract him and has second thoughts in the end about Lex's sinister plans. Sound familiar? She even dresses like them. The worst part of the Richard Donner clone aspects of this movie is the recycled plot (which, as I noted earlier takes them forever to get to). Lex wants to use Superman's powers to take over the world. Again, does that sound familiar? I did like the Superman junior subplot, but I had it figured out immediately, it, as the irony was so obvious. I know this review sounds like I 'm bashing this film, but I'm really not, I'm looking at it objectively as an avid movie goer. I don't understand Tina B.'s pseudointellectual 'Christ in a cape' reference whatsoever. That is about as ridiculous as The Advocate claiming Superman is a homosexual and that everytime he comes out a phone booth, he's coming out of the closet. First of all, I'd like to explain something to both Tina B. and The Advocate. Superman is a fictional character. The point of Superman (even in this movie) is to inspire us to our own greatness, symboliziing what we can be so that we can prevent what happened to his world happening to ours. He's not meant to be our savior and his sexual preference (I think it's kind of obvious he's straight, though) is irrelavent. It is quite obvious to me that SInger and company were less concerned about story/plot/character development and more concerned about the renaissance of the franchise and making a ton of money, kind of like Star Trek: The Motion Picture. Batman Begins, it ain't. I'll give them a pass this time, but I certainly hope that the next offering is akin to Star Trek II: The Wrath Khan as far as quality is concerned. For family fun and decent entertainment, I would recommend this film. For anything more substanitive, I would not.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful