Superman Returns

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MikeNov 30, 2006

What a bad movie! wow.... I still can't believe it and I really wanted to like this movie! Not even worth seeing on DVD. Stay away!

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EliC.Nov 30, 2006

I really want to like this film .. but .. it is a weak attempt. Something obviously went wrong in script development. The producers should have also trusted Brandon Routh more and toned down the time devoted to Kevin Spacey. Maybe the next I really want to like this film .. but .. it is a weak attempt. Something obviously went wrong in script development. The producers should have also trusted Brandon Routh more and toned down the time devoted to Kevin Spacey. Maybe the next one will be the great Superman film we all want.… Expand

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ChrisSDec 2, 2006

I love this movie. i'm not sure what it is, but it's like magic to me. i've always liked a little bit of chick flick stuff in a movie and i thought it was great here. sure i'd like more action, but that'll be for the sequal

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JoelW.Dec 2, 2006

I think the film was great. More than that. Fantastic. Singer did a wonderful job. I cant wait for the Sequel.

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ArthurOct 22, 2006

A fun summer movie with a little bit of something for everybody.

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AndyG.Dec 25, 2006

Great movie. Had some flaws in it, wasn't worth extreme excitement, but kept me entertained the whole way through.

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MikeHDec 4, 2006

I really didn't want to finish watching this movie. I felt like I was "enduring" the film. Way too long and boring. I really like Superman and other comic book films but this was just tragically hard to watch.

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DianeV.Dec 6, 2006

Singer should have stuck with X-Men. As a result we have two badly made movies...X3 (I liked how Jean Grey only had three lines in the entire movie) and Superman Returns (Kevin Spacey is unbearably obnoxious; Watching Brandon Routh "act" is Singer should have stuck with X-Men. As a result we have two badly made movies...X3 (I liked how Jean Grey only had three lines in the entire movie) and Superman Returns (Kevin Spacey is unbearably obnoxious; Watching Brandon Routh "act" is uncomfortable). I even watched this movie again on IMAX 3D, and it was still boring.… Expand

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[Anonymous]Jun 22, 2006

It was a great movie but it needed more villians.

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DavidE.Jun 27, 2006

fantastic.

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NicoleG.Jun 27, 2006

Superman has definitely returned. The REAL Superman. A very well shot movie with great effects shots. A must see summer flick and one that will be added to the library when it hits the DVD. I still have goosebumps.

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D.HonourJun 27, 2006

Saw this last night at a pre screening. I had major build up so the movie was a little of a let down. Nice summer Popcorn movie. Superman was good, Luther was a little weak and Lois was a bit flat. I would recommend it but take it for what it is.

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JessL.Jun 28, 2006

I have seen many bad movies in the past 2 years, this is the only one that I actually am willing to tell you how bad it was...I was waiting and waiting and waiting for it to get better, it just never did.... There was no plot, wasnt any I have seen many bad movies in the past 2 years, this is the only one that I actually am willing to tell you how bad it was...I was waiting and waiting and waiting for it to get better, it just never did.... There was no plot, wasnt any super fights, superman didnt even touch the villain. For how long they have waited to make this movie and how long audience have waited to watch this movie...a rating 2 is even overrated.. You can see a good intention in this movie and a HUGE potential to make it a great movie but they came up with a movie like this is very very disappointing.… Expand

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JackR.Jun 28, 2006

Technically proficient and structurally sound, but Roger Ebert's review above has it pegged on many an issue (I, too, often wondered why Superman strains to lift anything in this movie-- he's Superman. Shouldn't Superman Technically proficient and structurally sound, but Roger Ebert's review above has it pegged on many an issue (I, too, often wondered why Superman strains to lift anything in this movie-- he's Superman. Shouldn't Superman anticipate Luthor's eventual use of Kryptonite? As for the villain, Luthor's evil agenda is cheesy and preposterous. 'It's only a summer movie,' is no excuse. Too much money and time went into this-- they should have done better with the villain's agenda. Perhaps more problematic, the actors lack chemistry and their performances seem bland. It appears those behind this film wanted to give Superman some angst, but they went too far; he instead appears muted and glum. I preferred Nolan's Batman.… Expand

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JoshE.Jun 28, 2006

Superman is not one of my favorite costumed characters but I was really looking forward to this movie anyway. I went to the first show available and I can confidently say that it was good... mostly. The strongest aspect to the movie, to me Superman is not one of my favorite costumed characters but I was really looking forward to this movie anyway. I went to the first show available and I can confidently say that it was good... mostly. The strongest aspect to the movie, to me at least, was that Superman was a relatable character. You really felt for his isolation from the rest of humanity. The story was not the typical doomsday device type of superhero plotline. He wasn't literally saving the world (although in the long term he was) but Metropolis, and Lois, her boyfriend, and the boy. It was a little more personal in that sense. The few problems I saw didn't break the movie by any means but were dragged it down a bit. I could not see how this was possibly the most expensive film ever made. The special effects, while good, were not mind blowing or even excellent. Some of the flying scenes were still a little too green screeny looking. A few times, it was almost like you could see them flip the switch when they went from an image of the real Superman to a cg one. Some of the scenes looked really good, but I was expecting a lot more. Brandon Routh did a pretty good job of carrying emotional weight as Superman and Clark Kent, but Kate Bosworth was really hit or miss. Sometimes she was good and other times just going through the motions. A lot of the other characters just didn't really stand out. So, overall it was a good movie, that was lacking some important elements that would have made it great.… Expand

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NathanJun 28, 2006

Awesome! It's definetely the best movie this summer. I recommend seeing it in at the Imax theater for the full experience.

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M.CouncilJun 28, 2006

It has to be the best Superman movie I have ever watched! It was just awesome!

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JoshG.Jun 28, 2006

This is without a doubt the best Superhero movie ever made. The audience loved the film so much that there was screaming when the projector stop near the end of the film and needed to be fixed. Felt sorry for the theater workers because some This is without a doubt the best Superhero movie ever made. The audience loved the film so much that there was screaming when the projector stop near the end of the film and needed to be fixed. Felt sorry for the theater workers because some were threatening them LOL. If you don't like this movie, you're either not a fan of Superman or you are a fan of the new generation Superman and not a purist in any sense of the word. There is so much grandness and heart to this film. Those than know the orgins of Superman will eat this up. Unfortunately, creativity and heart and goes along with Superman does not exist anymore, instead replaced by X-Men. Go see this film.… Expand

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DrewF.Jun 28, 2006

There are moments where the film really does approach greatness... Some very majestic shots of Supes just flying along, with no sound but the whistle of the wind that just take your breath away.. And there's a really intriguing twist There are moments where the film really does approach greatness... Some very majestic shots of Supes just flying along, with no sound but the whistle of the wind that just take your breath away.. And there's a really intriguing twist about 3/4s of the way thru that seems obvious after the fact, but until it's revealed i REALLY hadn't considered. But the latter portion of the film does get a bit too cheesy for it's own good. It really does come out in a similar vein as Singer's first X-Men film. He just BARELY misses nailing it, but what's on screen is still pretty good. I eagerly anticipate the sequel. As far as where it falls on the comicbook scale: Not quite as good as "Spider-man 2" or "Batman Begins", but better then the first X-film.… Expand

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NoelT.Jun 28, 2006

Comic characters every couple of generations are updated to reflect what society they exist in. The best example of this generation gap for the non comic fans is Batman, in the 60's was over the top campy-ness in both the comics and in Comic characters every couple of generations are updated to reflect what society they exist in. The best example of this generation gap for the non comic fans is Batman, in the 60's was over the top campy-ness in both the comics and in the Adam West series, in the 80's he had big muscles and millions of gadgets now he is very intelligent and 2-3 steps ahead of anyone. Yes all those traits have always been there, but they magnify the ones they want to use and which ones help him speak to the people of the era. Of course this re-creation also applies to superman, who has been around just as long as superman both in and out of comics. Sorry to say I was not a fan of the Reeve Supermans, you say you love them now, but really sit down and watch them. Superman Returns is not the Superman that is currently existing in the comics, it's a version of the character that was made back in the 80's. I knew before coming into the theater that Superman Returns was influenced by the previous movies but that did not make this movie any better. Lex is almost as campy as he was in the 80's the character of Kitty Played by Parker Posy has just as much if not more screen time then Lex and she is a horrible character. The scheme that Lex has in this movie bogus and un-luther like in my opinion. The 2nd half is about people saving superman we know he will be fine he's superman so why do this? If you like the Reeve Superman movies then go see it now, because all it is, is a sequel to those old movies. And if you don't stay clear.… Expand

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JosephG.Jun 28, 2006

Enough with Lex Luther already. Let's see Superman tackle someone deserving of his strength and abilities. Superman---fighting Lex's useless continent?! BOO-OORING! I found myself daydreaming during much of this film, which is Enough with Lex Luther already. Let's see Superman tackle someone deserving of his strength and abilities. Superman---fighting Lex's useless continent?! BOO-OORING! I found myself daydreaming during much of this film, which is plagued with slow pacing and an inconsistent tone. The intimate moments between Supes and Lois are boring because the two are bland actors (ESPECIALLY when compared to Reeve and Kidder), and the action scenes are boring because, well, we've already seen Superman do all that he did---save a plane, thwart Lex's real estate plot, subside an earthquake. What makes the Spider-man and X-Men films so exciting is that the villians require super abilities to be defeated---they cannot be defeated by conventional methods. I was hoping to see the truly amazing, breathtaking feats Superman is capable of, but alas! I suppose next he'll be thwarting Lex's sabotage of Social Security.… Expand

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MannyA.Jun 28, 2006

Absolutely loved it! I grew up with the original Superman films, and I didn't think there was any way Superman Returns could be any where near as great as the original Superman film, but after seeing it I think it might actually be Absolutely loved it! I grew up with the original Superman films, and I didn't think there was any way Superman Returns could be any where near as great as the original Superman film, but after seeing it I think it might actually be better. It was just so much fun, had great action sequences and a great story. There was a lot of emotion in this one that the other films didn't have. Overall just a really great film, hopefully we won't have to wait long for the next one.… Expand

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MarcoPoloJun 28, 2006

Three hours after leaving the theater, I still cannot believe what I just witnessed. Sure, the effects are first rate (what else could 200 Million dollars buy? Plenty), and the plot is "servicable" and I use that term loosely. But when all Three hours after leaving the theater, I still cannot believe what I just witnessed. Sure, the effects are first rate (what else could 200 Million dollars buy? Plenty), and the plot is "servicable" and I use that term loosely. But when all is said and done, this one comes off as a hackneyed, half-hearted attempt to jump start a long dead film franchise. First, I suggest that the next film (and there will be a sequel as the ending of the film was just too sudden to indicate anything else) feature a beleivable and worthy opponent for ol' Supes. Perhaps Braniac or Doomsday. I long for the days when Hollywood was willing to take a chance and just go nuts with creativity. Instead we get the same tired Luthor, Kryptonite and inept goons to be offed by the big blue boy scout. As for casting, Brandon Routh certainly does the job, looking more like a xerox copy of Christopher Reeve than anything else. He does an okay job, but Reeve he is not. As for Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane, I can only guess that she was picked for her septic charm, nothing else. She is so completely wasted in the role (and thankless it is) that she is on her way to competing with Batman Begins' Katie Holmes as being completely devoid of any real charisma. As for the good points. The special effects are quite good. Suffice to say if you feel like dropping 10-12 bucks to see a special effects demonstration of the first kind, then by all means knock yourself out. The score is by far an improvement on John Williams' original, it's been tweaked just a bit, but is one of the bright spots of this movie. Bryan Singer took lesson to heart in this area, he left perfection well enough alone. Kevin Spacey's Lex Luthor (although at this point cliche'd and predictable) is a hoot as Lex, his acting ability far exceed what is expected out of a film like this. I dare say he's an improvement over Gene Hackman in the way he just hates and loathes Supes. My guess is that this film will be the one to beat (until Pirates of the Carribean 2 comes out), so that means about 100 M in the first week and then it will sputter towards the end of summer. One note: If you have a chance, see this film in IMAX. Not only is the 3D effect put to good use (although at times it can be blurry, don't sit too close!) and there is rumored to be about 3 additional minutes added to the beginning of the film, seeing it in IMAX is definately the way to go. I could only wish that Pirates 2 was in IMAX too, but I guess even we can't all get what we wish for.… Expand

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WilliamB.Jun 28, 2006

No cheesy comedy. Good acting. A near replica of the first two, maybe better. Exactly what Superman is supposed to do, make you feel like a kid. Oh, and with no Richard Pryor.

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PaulO.Jun 28, 2006

I suggest going to see it at the IMAX theater, but there are only 4 scenes in 3-D, one being at the very end that lasted maybe a minute. The airplane scene was AWESOME in 3-D though. Not a perfect miovie, but.. I loved it!

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G.AccardoJun 28, 2006

Excellent movie, made with heart and mind. A great tribute to the first two superman movie with an eye to the future ! The 2 hours and an half flied by faster then a bullet. Not to see C. Reeve wearing the red cape was awkward. Brandon makes Excellent movie, made with heart and mind. A great tribute to the first two superman movie with an eye to the future ! The 2 hours and an half flied by faster then a bullet. Not to see C. Reeve wearing the red cape was awkward. Brandon makes a discrete job in mimic Reeve's Clark and a good job when 'S' .... Mr. Spacey did an excellent job in Lutor's role. The special effect are top notch (but I wouldn't have expected less then that). Thanks Mr. Singer for bringing us back this new Superman, more human and always supes ! The only weak spot of the movie is Lutor's "big plan" ( would have expected something different) and the half backed flashback on Supes yought. But oh well !! Looking forward for more Supes movies to come ! I really enjoyed it.… Expand

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FantasyJun 28, 2006

I have seen every single Superman dating back to the original TV series with George Reeves. The critics have once again blown this movie up to separate us from our hard earned money. It is a slow tedious boring movie with very little action. I have seen every single Superman dating back to the original TV series with George Reeves. The critics have once again blown this movie up to separate us from our hard earned money. It is a slow tedious boring movie with very little action. Keven Spacey as the Evil Lex Luthor is the only bright spot. As for the rest Superman returns after a 5 year absence. Lois has a kid about that age, hates Superman for leaving without saying goodbye, yada, yada, yada. Midway through the movie Lois loves Superman, the kid and Superman saves Lois. Lois saves Superman. See Lois whispers sweet nothings in Superman's ear. To be perfectly honest, this boring flick is much ado about nothing. You have been warned.… Expand

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DavidC.Jun 28, 2006

This movie is on par, if not better than, the first Superman. I blends a good story with great action and effects. Really gets to the heart of this lonely hero.

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RODNEYC.Jun 28, 2006

No action! Too much romance!

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MichelleC.Jun 28, 2006

My score is actually a 9.5, but that of course isn't an option. I really enjoyed this Superman. I was pleasantly surprised with newcomer Routh and LOVED Spacey as Lex. This movie blends romance and emotion into the action scenes and My score is actually a 9.5, but that of course isn't an option. I really enjoyed this Superman. I was pleasantly surprised with newcomer Routh and LOVED Spacey as Lex. This movie blends romance and emotion into the action scenes and plays at the heart. Special effects were great, but the greatest effect in the whole movie is the new and improved Superman costume complete with rubber cape!!! I for one was glad Superman returned.… Expand

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DerekC.Jun 28, 2006

I loved The Movie, It was Beter than i thought It was going to be.

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ChadT.Jun 29, 2006

I would seriously consider paying another $12.25 just to watch the space shuttle sequence in 3D again, but the rest of the movie is a looooooooong, kind of boring slog.

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JoeD.Jun 29, 2006

In continuing the original film series with a new cast, this invites, almost requires, viewers to recall and compare the new version with the old. Brandon Routh, in an incredibly sincere performance, is a great Superman, but he does not have In continuing the original film series with a new cast, this invites, almost requires, viewers to recall and compare the new version with the old. Brandon Routh, in an incredibly sincere performance, is a great Superman, but he does not have the presence and gravitas that Christopher Reeve brought (who does?). Same with Kevin Spacey… Expand

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DavidJun 29, 2006

What a PC movie - Hollywood pushing their values on us again! PC#1: Lois isn't married, lives with a guy, and has a child. Is this the message the up and coming generation needs? Is it cool to have a child, live with a guy, and have no What a PC movie - Hollywood pushing their values on us again! PC#1: Lois isn't married, lives with a guy, and has a child. Is this the message the up and coming generation needs? Is it cool to have a child, live with a guy, and have no interest in marriage. This is disappointing to say the least. PC#2: Why was the saying "truth, justice, and the American way" reduced to just "turth and justice"? PC#3: Why has Superman's red been reduced to a dark deep red? PC#4: Superman comes across as a weaker hero and less masculine. Let me qualify that I have always liked the Superman movies and even the majority of the TV show episodes for Smallville. I had high hopes for this movie and was really disappointed - I won't waste my money/time again.… Expand

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D.Z.Jun 29, 2006

Brandon Routh was, dare I say it, just as good as Superman (and Clark Kent for that matter) as Chris Reeve was. This movie was infinitely entertaining. I went into the movie having read your stupid reviews and thinking this movie would Brandon Routh was, dare I say it, just as good as Superman (and Clark Kent for that matter) as Chris Reeve was. This movie was infinitely entertaining. I went into the movie having read your stupid reviews and thinking this movie would suck...but it was incredible! One of the best movies I've seen in a while. Heck, Roger Ebert didn't like it...that right there's a good indicator that it's a good flick!… Expand

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GeorgeS.Jun 29, 2006

As a huge die-hard Superman fan since birth, I was not excited about the casting of Brandon, and was too protective of a lot of the subtleties surrounding his history. But lets face it, ALL stories evolve over time (note to so-called As a huge die-hard Superman fan since birth, I was not excited about the casting of Brandon, and was too protective of a lot of the subtleties surrounding his history. But lets face it, ALL stories evolve over time (note to so-called tradionalists: what, you want to go back to how superman only 'lept' over tall buildings?), and hoping that lighting strikes twice with casting for the most iconic figure in the history of American pop culture is absurd. From start to end, this movie was great! Never too slow, always a visual feast, a great story with a lot of heart (granted, I still don't like the kid subplot, but I understand why it was done), and the whole cast, although none of them left me speechless, none of them took away from the film.… Expand

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JRJun 29, 2006

I got to give this a ten. This was more than what I expected. I'm very torn about the ending, PISSED actually. I was hoping for another ending, but I understand why the ending was what it was...Brandon Routh -- no, SUPERMAN -- did a I got to give this a ten. This was more than what I expected. I'm very torn about the ending, PISSED actually. I was hoping for another ending, but I understand why the ending was what it was...Brandon Routh -- no, SUPERMAN -- did a fantastic job. He is SUPERMAN and he honored my Superman, the late Superman. I have to see it again!… Expand

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MikeT.Jun 29, 2006

Everything Superman should be and more. Despite some poor reviews, Singer has developed a jigsaw piece that fits wonderfully with the rest of the pop culture Superman Puzzle.

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BernardN.Jun 29, 2006

Let me first say that I am NOT a fan of Superman. Frankly I think his entire story is ridiculous ( the wonders a pair of glasses can do to hide one's true identity), but I must say that this movie is excellent. Bryan Singer is a PUNK Let me first say that I am NOT a fan of Superman. Frankly I think his entire story is ridiculous ( the wonders a pair of glasses can do to hide one's true identity), but I must say that this movie is excellent. Bryan Singer is a PUNK for leaving the X-Men franchise (my true love, besides Batman), but you have to give it to the guy...He really can make a good film. Great story, casting, Effects are unbelievable, and I highly recommend watching the movie in IMAX. Note to future comic book movies: Hire good directors above all else (i.e. not Brett Ratner!)… Expand

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LanceE.Jun 29, 2006

[***WARNING SPOILERS***]: I think some of the fan reviews are unfair, but then again, this is all a matter of opinion. I think the movie was great, and for many reasons. Routh is a perfect fit for the role of both Clark Kent as well as[***WARNING SPOILERS***]: I think some of the fan reviews are unfair, but then again, this is all a matter of opinion. I think the movie was great, and for many reasons. Routh is a perfect fit for the role of both Clark Kent as well as Superman. He has the geekiness to pull of mild-mannered, clumsy Clark Kent, and yet has the form to pull of being the Man of Steel. Kevin Spacey was wonderful as Lex Luthor, and I don't see how anyone can complain of his acting. I did have problems with who played Lois Lane, but my complaint isn't that big. -As for the story and people complaining that it was "too slow" at the beginning, well, I don't agree with that. They needed to get a story in there, and stories don't all start with a bang. This movie isn't action-packed, but more character-driven. -In a sense, this movie is a sequel to the other Superman movies, yet is also a new beginning. When we meet Clark Kent again after his return from Krypton, we meet a new Superman, and there is a mystery surrounding him. He seems more powerful than ever, more introverted, and we are also wondering exactly what he found on his home planet. The reason the movie is "slow" at the beginning is that we are getting to know Superman all over again. -It is also well-plotted for all those who are complaining of this. The writers set up a mystery, then present an action-sequence or plot event, then revert to revealing more of the mystery. For example, when Lex Luthor puts the crystal in the water and we want to know what will happen, the movie cuts to Superman saving the plane (which, by the way, is such a thrill to watch), and just when the scene ends and Superman rescues the plane, we cut back to Lex Luthor and see the fruition of his plans, even though our minds were completely distracted by the action sequence. It's through tight-plotting like this that the movie doesn't let up. -I also really liked the fact that unlike other superhero movies where the heroes are always alienated (Ex: X-Men, Spiderman, etc), Superman is already a legend and a hero on Earth, and people love him; the sequence at the end when he is injured is a pleasure to see, and we realize how much humans care for him, and it does show that the world needs a saviour. -Oh, and the fact that the main theme from the older movies is still there (thank you John Williams) makes this movie feel at once both a continuation and new beginning for the series. -As much as I loved the older movies, they were a bit cheesy (I don't mean the special effects), but rather the plot and dialogue (ex. When Superman saves the plane in the first movie and the pilot says to the other pilot, "Don't look, just fly. Trust me..." etc), and this movie isn't cheesy. -To end on a lame note: I highly reccomend it.… Expand

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AaronB.Jun 29, 2006

I went into this movie admitedly excited. I'm not a fanboy, but I was yearning for a good old fashion super hero movie with good acting and writing. I got it. Sure, Lex Luthor's evil plan in this movie doesn't make a lot of I went into this movie admitedly excited. I'm not a fanboy, but I was yearning for a good old fashion super hero movie with good acting and writing. I got it. Sure, Lex Luthor's evil plan in this movie doesn't make a lot of sense, but it's a comic book movie about a man who can fly people. Get over it. It was a fun movie. Well acted, directed, etc. I definitely recommend it.… Expand

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MichaelW.Jun 30, 2006

Boring, slow. Good special fx. Lois Lane and Kate B. are not a good match. What was up with the Kid's hair? Brandon was fantastic as Superman, but the story was very slow. I look forward to a better story for the next one. I believe in Boring, slow. Good special fx. Lois Lane and Kate B. are not a good match. What was up with the Kid's hair? Brandon was fantastic as Superman, but the story was very slow. I look forward to a better story for the next one. I believe in B. Singer after X1& X2.… Expand

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JamesT.Jun 30, 2006

[***SPOILERS***] The special effects were great. Too bad it's nothing we haven't seen computers generate before. The opening credits were also pretty cool. That's about it unfortunately, now I'm going to mock the rest.[***SPOILERS***] The special effects were great. Too bad it's nothing we haven't seen computers generate before. The opening credits were also pretty cool. That's about it unfortunately, now I'm going to mock the rest. This films plot is simply terrible. Yes, spoilers will abound from here on in, luckily you can't really ruin a plot this bad by knowing in advance. First of, there is no actual battle between hero and villian. None. Apart from Supermans required fall from grace towards the 3/4 mark, him and Lex do not even share screen time. What an awesome climax, the villain runs away. His grand evil scheme is that he wants to make an island as a nice little real estate property. That's it. For no reason other than to be evil he's placing it over the united states, not to mention his island is a wasteland nobody would want to live on. Never fear though, who cares about plot? We know why we paid for this, to see cool stuff happen. Luckily for us, we get the same spectacle redone several times... Spectacle 1 - Superman lifts really heavy thing. Spectacle 2 - Superman lifts really heavy thing. Climax of film - Superman lifts really, really heavy thing. We're amazed at how heavy this thing he's lifting is. Seriously, it was average the first two times, but as a climax lifting stuff really takes the cake! Well that's it. Plot sucks. The big action scenes suck. Very, very disappointed. You might think from the tone of my review that I'm overemphasising this films pure lack of any merit. That's not the case, this movie stinks.… Expand

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MatthewB.Jun 30, 2006

Absolutely essential. A stunning acheivment in cinema, and my personal new favorite film.

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JPJul 11, 2006

Superman Returns gives closure to the first 2 movies that Superman 3 failed to do. By answering the lingering questions left from the 1 and 2 Superman Returns now allows the Franchise to move forward to bigger and better things. Brandon was Superman Returns gives closure to the first 2 movies that Superman 3 failed to do. By answering the lingering questions left from the 1 and 2 Superman Returns now allows the Franchise to move forward to bigger and better things. Brandon was great, Spacey great, Effects were spectacular. This movie was everything that made 1 & 2 so great and everything to make the future of this franchise look great. Superman Returns was a different superhero movie than the rest. It's not your typical action flick. Superman Returns better than ever.… Expand

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MattW.Jul 11, 2006

This seriously is one of the most boring movies I've ever seen. I've never been a huge fan of Singer's work - I've always felt he takes things too seriously - but this is an all-time low for him. At least with the X-Men This seriously is one of the most boring movies I've ever seen. I've never been a huge fan of Singer's work - I've always felt he takes things too seriously - but this is an all-time low for him. At least with the X-Men movies he brings up some interesting scenarios about alienation and such, and the action (as few scenes as there are) are entertaining. In Superman Returns, if you've seen the commercials, you have essentially seen the movie, action scenes and all. There is as much plot in the movie as there is in the 30 seconds of the commercials - in other words, very little to none. The most entertaining parts of the movie are also contained in the commercials. The action sequences are very few and far between, and very short, and are just all around a huge letdown. The acting was terrible, some of the logic was just pure nonsense, and the script was very weak. The only thing that makes me give this a 1 is Kevin Spacey as Lex Luthor. While even he isn't at the top of his game here, he seems to be having more fun than anyone else here, but still doesn't make the movie worth seeing. I mean, the movie isn't bad on a Uwe Boll level - everyone here seems to have a fairly firm grasp on how to make a film. But, at 2 hours 30 minutes, it's big, bloated, and empty. Cut 30 minutes from it, and I MIGHT give it a 4...… Expand

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Matthieur.Jul 1, 2006

Much like the first 2 x-men and the last Batman, this is a film that tries to humanize Superman, eschewing a good deal of the cliched sequences (like the supes v. luthor showdown that another reviewer got all flustered about) that one might Much like the first 2 x-men and the last Batman, this is a film that tries to humanize Superman, eschewing a good deal of the cliched sequences (like the supes v. luthor showdown that another reviewer got all flustered about) that one might expect. Sure, there are some corny moments, but this is a great rebirth for a franchise that had drowned in campiness with superman 3-4.… Expand

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MattE.Jul 1, 2006

I have never seen any other superman movie, never read superman comics or books. found this movie very slow moving, will a lot of references to other things i probably should of known about the superman story b4 seeing this movie. I have never seen any other superman movie, never read superman comics or books. found this movie very slow moving, will a lot of references to other things i probably should of known about the superman story b4 seeing this movie. unenjoyable. not worth your $10.00 stear clear.… Expand

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MikeR.Jul 1, 2006

The critics are full of it, naysaying for naysaying's sake. this is a great, fun, exciting movie-absolutely worth seeing in the theatres...

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AlMJul 1, 2006

Fantastic emotional depth, acting, and cinematagraphy. could be a bit shorter but i definitely got my ticket's worth.

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TonydannieJul 1, 2006

This movie surpassed my expectations. It grabbed me from the opening shot to the last. I was a bit nervous about Brandon Routh. But I was proven wrong. He is Superman. And Kevin Spacey did a teriffic job PLaying Lex Luthor. They both did This movie surpassed my expectations. It grabbed me from the opening shot to the last. I was a bit nervous about Brandon Routh. But I was proven wrong. He is Superman. And Kevin Spacey did a teriffic job PLaying Lex Luthor. They both did their own thing to make their roles their own and at the same time making you think back of both Christopher Reeve and Gene Hackman in the originals.(1 and 2) This movie not only does it give homages to the originals but it is literally a continuation of them. This is what Superman 3 should have been. I have read a lot of negative reviews. both professional and here in this website and they all have their own valid opinions. Some are very interesting and other are just plain mean. But there is one review I found very disturbing and it is that of a little Fat man who likes to throw his thumps up and down constantly. Read and listen to his review if you like but let me remind you that this is the same little fat man who two weeks ago recommended Garfield 2!! This movie was exciting and touching at the same time. Brian Synger did one hell of a job bringing this film to our eyes. It is my second Favorite Superhero. Taking the place that Batman Begins was holding for a year now. My first favorite being ...of course.. Superman: The Movie. Good Job Synger.. Good Job indeed.… Expand

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KabirB.Jul 12, 2006

I saw Superman Returns with the expectations of it being a good blockbuster action movie. Unfortunately i was left disappointed. It's just another mediocre high budget movie. Brandon Routh does a better job of being Clark Kent than I saw Superman Returns with the expectations of it being a good blockbuster action movie. Unfortunately i was left disappointed. It's just another mediocre high budget movie. Brandon Routh does a better job of being Clark Kent than Superman. Kevin Spacey does a good job as Lex Luthor but Kate Bosworth , in my opinion , is a horrible actress. None of the scenes were particularly memorable and the chemistry between superman and lois was definitely lacking. Overall, a 4 out of 10.… Expand

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Andy1Jul 12, 2006

There's four reasons of why this movie is rubbish: 1:Only Christopher Reeve can be Superman(Hes not alive-Then dont do it) 2.Gene Hackman is Lex Luthor(Period) 3:Louis Lane:Margot Kidder 4:Can it be possible that the old Superman looks There's four reasons of why this movie is rubbish: 1:Only Christopher Reeve can be Superman(Hes not alive-Then dont do it) 2.Gene Hackman is Lex Luthor(Period) 3:Louis Lane:Margot Kidder 4:Can it be possible that the old Superman looks more real than this computer rubber thing? Really,Really pointless movie.… Expand

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JudyT.Jul 1, 2006

Should have been called Stupid man. The writing was just terrible. The whole Savior spin was just ridiculous. Bryan Singer should have spent more time reading the comics and less time stealing from other movies.

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KatanaJul 12, 2006

Soppy, and not true to the comic.

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MixmismoJul 13, 2006

Top notch movie..ive always been a fan of superman. i think that brian singer is the ultimate comics-based director. i love the way he uses metaphors to reflect current events. brandon routh gives a convincing performance as clark kent.Top notch movie..ive always been a fan of superman. i think that brian singer is the ultimate comics-based director. i love the way he uses metaphors to reflect current events. brandon routh gives a convincing performance as clark kent. although i think they miscasted lois lane..i think action seekers were disappointed to see few action scenes but die hard fans know that superman isnt about bashing bad guys but rescuing people. great movie and i hope they make another one...preferebly with singer still at the helm.… Expand

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SluzeJul 13, 2006

Superman Returns isn't exactly mind blowing. The script is VERY weak and the acting is thin at best. Nothing happens that you don't see a mile away while the only character that actually has an arch is Louis Lane. Routh is by far Superman Returns isn't exactly mind blowing. The script is VERY weak and the acting is thin at best. Nothing happens that you don't see a mile away while the only character that actually has an arch is Louis Lane. Routh is by far one of the worst actors I've seen on the big screen in quite some time; not that it is really his fault just a fact that the poor kid couldn't act his way out of a wet paper bag. Even the cgi wasn't that great. For the money and time that was put into this movie it came out looking more like a Superman sales pitch then a great well made film; sad but true.… Expand

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MichaelJ.Jul 14, 2006

Lex Luthor wasn´t the villain I was expecting, but ignoring that, the movie is so great!, so sensitive and touching that reminds me of the fantastic Batman Begins. Awesome!

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JudyFJul 14, 2006

I loved the movie, and felt that Brandon did a wonderful job. He is wonderful to look at and played the part with great sensitivity. Kevin Spacey is good in everything he does. Really, how can you not love Superman. It will be in my movie library.

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KieferH.Jul 15, 2006

I would have to say brian singer tried concentraing more on the love aspect of superman and louise in this film then on the actual plot (which the plot i might add is very similar to that of the last movie made). This still is a decentlyI would have to say brian singer tried concentraing more on the love aspect of superman and louise in this film then on the actual plot (which the plot i might add is very similar to that of the last movie made). This still is a decently entertaining movie to instill on one's summer-to-do-list.… Expand

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MIGUELG.Jul 16, 2006

Long and boring, and not current. Instead of looking back so much, It should have learnt from the recent superhero movies such as Spiderman, The X Men, The Fantastic Four, or the Incredibles.

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StevenW.Jul 16, 2006

One of the better comic book adaptations. It really is up there with both X-Men and Spiderman. Although for some people this is a sure miss as they will not appreciate the plot of Superman. I'm 15 and can't appreciate being a die One of the better comic book adaptations. It really is up there with both X-Men and Spiderman. Although for some people this is a sure miss as they will not appreciate the plot of Superman. I'm 15 and can't appreciate being a die hard fan of the oldies but I have to say Superman Returns is a great movie with millions of dollars invested in state of the art graphics and a great all round feel to the movie. Brandon Routh is great as Superman, and the real highlight of the show is Kevin Spacey as Lex Luthor as he adds a great subtle humour to the movie. Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane adds an extra "love tension" to the film as now Lois is married with a child. If you see this movie I hope you have enjoyed it as much as me.… Expand

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IainS.Jul 16, 2006

A poor story line. Slow to start and slow to finish !! The only good actor was the superman himself. The trailers, i enjoyed better than the movie.

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IanJul 16, 2006

Best film i have seen in ages!! action packed all the way. worth a watch.

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Bostondog567Jul 17, 2006

Awesome, a truly inspiring take on the superman genre. Great for kids and adults alike. Special effects are some of the best ever put to film. Routh is exceptional, and portrays a true man of steal.

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MICHAELS.Jul 17, 2006

To me the movie was great. Finally the computer era has caught up with what our dreams look like.

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LaurieV.Jul 17, 2006

This isn't the same Clark, Lois and Superman from 1 and 2 -- this are the *real* characters, the way I always imagined them, set in a beautiful movie. Singer is a genius.

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MarkB.Jul 18, 2006

The opening credits sequence is terrific. It doesn't try to do much more than conjure up fond memories of Richard Donner's 1978 Superman epic, starting with Marlon Brando's unforgettable God-the-Father vocal intonations as The opening credits sequence is terrific. It doesn't try to do much more than conjure up fond memories of Richard Donner's 1978 Superman epic, starting with Marlon Brando's unforgettable God-the-Father vocal intonations as Jor-El, continuing with composer John Ottman's impressively self-effacing recycling of John Williams' famous theme, and culminating in the original's nifty "flying credits" (with special kudos to the classy use of a certain special effect that underscores the names of Superman creators Siegel and Schuster). Now if the NEXT two and a half hours can follow up on the promise shown in the first seven or eight minutes, then we're all home free, right? Sadly, it's no wonder Warner Bros. is struggling with this movie: if this was the best they could do, Superman needn't have bothered coming back. Bryan Singer's fatally overlong, slow, self-important, pretentious and glum take on the material attempts to be both reverent and revisionist, and misses on most counts: for every genuinely good, ingenious or interesting idea it comes up with (such as having Superman Jr. not only appear to have no superpowers at all, but be even more mortal than most of us mortals are--the inhaler IS a great touch!) the filmmakers seem to come up with at least a dozen ill-advised choices or botched decisions. Let's start with the casting: newcomer (and future Trivial Pursuit answer) Brandon Routh fills out the supersuit well, but that's absolutely ALL he does; compared to Christopher Reeve, who brought a planet-sized repository of warmth, wit and grace to his role, Roth is just...pretty. Compared to Kate Bosworth as Lois Lane, though, Routh IS Reeve. I've liked Bosworth's adolescent spunkiness in Blue Crush and Win A Date With Tad Hamilton!, and thought that in the Bobby Darin bio Beyond the Sea she was a more charming Sandra Dee than Sandra Dee was, but apparently when Bosworth isn't blond, she's bland. And the LAST thing you want Lois Lane to be is nondescript; consider how much personality and quirkiness both Margot Kidder and Teri Hatcher brought to the table, and see if you don't agree that Parker Posey, who really is funny and delightful as Lex Luther's henchperson, wouldn't have been an infinitely better choice! (Incidentally, not that this is Bosworth's fault, but it doesn't help matters much when, instead of Ms. Lane and Clark Kent being depicted here as good friends--which makes Superman's doomed love for her even more poignant--her treatment of him in this movie is scarcely more courteous and less condescending than how Meryl Streep browbeats her underlings in The Devil Wears Prada.) I was really looking forward to Kevin Spacey's take on Lex Luthor, but why cast him and give us the promise of a return to the old snarkiness we used to know and love to hate in Swimming With Sharks and Glengarry Glen Ross, only to direct him to dial down his performance to zero? He gets some of his laughs, sure, but Singer has apparently instructed Spacey to rein himself in so much that watching him in what would appear to be a tailor-made role is like watching Michael Jordan shoot hoops with one hand tied behind his back and hopping on one foot. But then Singer's conception of DC's favcorite son as a gloomy, angst-ridden figure (which Christopher Nolan did brilliantly with the Caped Crusader in 2005's Batman Begins, but then Batman was always pretty tortured, vengeful and guilt-ridden from square one) is as misguided as his alternating attempts to remold Supie as a gay icon and a Christ figure, the latter culminating in one of the most maudlin final stretches I've ever seen that DIDN'T involve taking the faithful pooch behind the barn and shooting him. (Quentin Tarantino once disparagingly described Oliver Stone as "Stanley Kramer with style"; here Singer appears to be seriously vying for that dubious distinction.) Worse still is the astonishingly slow pacing of potentially exciting action sequences in which Singer transforms the Man of Steel into the Man of Lead. It's often not a good idea to rely too heavily on audience response as a way of gauging a movie's quality or effectiveness, but in this case I'll make an exception: the Friday afternoon showing I attended had a very high fidget factor, particularly among patrons not old enough to vote or drink. The kids seemed to have a lot more fun chasing each other up and down the aisles, throwing popcorn, etc. than they did actually watching the movie, and the ushers certainly earned their paychecks pursuing the futile task of keeping the rugrats seated if not attentive. Just as well that Superman Returns' disappointing second and third week box office returns appear to doom it to a notably lesser theatrical shelf-life than expected: if I were a theater employee having to stand guard during it for too much longer, I'd be harboring some pretty destructive Kryptonite fantasies of my own!… Expand

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kazJul 19, 2006

I found this movie was thoroughly entertaining. I was at the edge of my seat half the time. When I walked out of the theatre this afternoon I was on a high. The movie, in my eyes, was absolutely amazing and I expected that its reviews would I found this movie was thoroughly entertaining. I was at the edge of my seat half the time. When I walked out of the theatre this afternoon I was on a high. The movie, in my eyes, was absolutely amazing and I expected that its reviews would reflect that. I think people like Mark B. should quit searching for flaws in the movie that just aren't there and enjoy one of the greatest movies of the year ehich promises a great future for the Superman franchise. The only people who have trouble liking this film are hardcore Superman bums who won't let go of the good 'ol days of where the franchise used to be. They should quit whining about the movie being less action-packed and more melancholy and accept that Superman is headed into its golden age.… Expand

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TheGoatJul 21, 2006

Bryan Singer has acheived what I and no doubt countless other hardcore superman fans thought would be impossible!! Well done to all involved. From the the opening sequence to the very last scene, I felt like a kid again. I thought Bryan Singer has acheived what I and no doubt countless other hardcore superman fans thought would be impossible!! Well done to all involved. From the the opening sequence to the very last scene, I felt like a kid again. I thought Christopher Reeve embodied everything we have come to think of Superman as being, and I am still saddened by the tradgedy that befell him. However without taking anything away from the original 1st two films, Bryan did everything right, and casting Routh as the new Man of Steel was utterly brilliant. There were times during the film that I almost thought Christopher Reeve was back, whilst Brandon still managed to make the role his own with respect and taste. There is only one thing I would like to see incorporated into the next film,( Bryan if you're reading this ) a few Chris Reeve style take off and landings, at an angle not just straight up and down. That's not a criticism, just a thought. I had doubts as to what the cgi flying sequences would be like, but like with the rest of the film they were fantastic!! The only downer I have is that I can't wait for a follow up!!… Expand

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BradleyJul 2, 2006

Overall the movie was entertaining enough with a decent story and good action. Casting was terrific as this Superman looks and sounds similar to Christopher Reeve. I was a little disappointed with some of the details; Kryptonite is more of a Overall the movie was entertaining enough with a decent story and good action. Casting was terrific as this Superman looks and sounds similar to Christopher Reeve. I was a little disappointed with some of the details; Kryptonite is more of a minor annoyance than truly deadly, Lex was a bad guy but not very villanous, and having Superman father a child. However in the end I enjoyed the movie and think most Superman fans will as well as it is in the same vein as Smallville, Justice League, etc. and keeps with the basic Superman qualities.… Expand

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DroogJul 2, 2006

Superman Returns is an unrealized film, and for this reason I have mixed opinions about it. One one hand the casting of Brandon Routh and Kevin Spacey as Superman and Lex Luthor, respectively, are inspired choices. Routh actually looks the Superman Returns is an unrealized film, and for this reason I have mixed opinions about it. One one hand the casting of Brandon Routh and Kevin Spacey as Superman and Lex Luthor, respectively, are inspired choices. Routh actually looks the part of the world's greatest hero, and Spacey does diabolical as well as any actor out there. There are some thrilling scenes (airplane crash), touching scenes (Superman watching Lois and knowing he can't have her), and nostalgic scenes (opening credits and ending are nods to earlier films). All this said, there are so many things working against this movie. The first is that Superman has never been a terribly interesting character. Unlike Batman he has no flaws or deficiencies, and hence all his movies lack the internal conflict that drive the best superhero films (Batman Begins, Spiderman 2, etc.). Superman, in other words, has no edge. The second problem is Singer's decision to elevate the love story over the action. It's a good idea in theory, but it puts the film at the mercy of Superman's relationship with Lois. And this is where the film lost me. If Kal-El and Lois have been going at it like bunnies, why does he talk to her like he barely knows her? Every time they meet it's like Superman has never met her before. ("Hello. I haven't been around for a while. It's good to see you.") Ugh, it's like watching two robots seduce each other. Where'st he passion? Where are the fireworks? It's one thing if Lois is infatuated with him and he's oblivious, but the reservation/aloofness on Superman's part is just plain weird. In a love story aren't people supposed to care about each other? The only scene where these two stop hiding behind masks is when Lois saves him from drowning, but with all the water crashing and bi-planes diving off waterfalls it's hard to focus on their "love." The few action scenes in the movie elevate it above average, but overall Superman Returns is neither here nor there.… Expand

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JoseQ.Jul 2, 2006

Absolutely excellent!!! I had been looking forward to x-men 3 all year, and not really that excited about superman, but i know that superman is the best superhero movie i have seen this year, and it is most definitely worth the ticket price. Absolutely excellent!!! I had been looking forward to x-men 3 all year, and not really that excited about superman, but i know that superman is the best superhero movie i have seen this year, and it is most definitely worth the ticket price. It has accomplished what i thought no other superhero movie would do this year, and has placed x-men in second place as the best superhero movie i have seen this year. If it weren't for a few logical and hard to fix details that don't even affect the story at all(spoiler: what is superman's suit made of that it doesn't burn upon entering the earth's atmosphere, and if it is specially made, why is he naked at the begining of the movie when he comes back from space?), the movie would be a perfect ten. Highly recommend this movie for the whole family!!!… Expand

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JakeJul 2, 2006

What a great movie. Seeing "Superman The Movie" in theaters as a child and the DVD last weekend - I can't believe what an impact the [first two movies] had on me. Re-watching the original inspired me to see Superman Returns. The movie What a great movie. Seeing "Superman The Movie" in theaters as a child and the DVD last weekend - I can't believe what an impact the [first two movies] had on me. Re-watching the original inspired me to see Superman Returns. The movie is a lot of fun. It is way better than than most action movies of late and it definatley has heart. Enjoy. See it in Imax 3D if you can.… Expand

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SuperseanJul 2, 2006

Fully realized. Edge of your seat. Such tension and climactic scenes are created. Top notch acting, and amazing visuals. Aside from some out of character lines (Lex). nearly Perfect. On par with the originals. Even an identical theme and Fully realized. Edge of your seat. Such tension and climactic scenes are created. Top notch acting, and amazing visuals. Aside from some out of character lines (Lex). nearly Perfect. On par with the originals. Even an identical theme and ending, Fricking Cool.… Expand

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JohnO.Jul 2, 2006

Usually I am engaged by action films even though they arn't my favorite type of film, but I fell asleep during this movie. It lacked an inner spirit and humor. I can't believe the positive reviews from critics that I actually Usually I am engaged by action films even though they arn't my favorite type of film, but I fell asleep during this movie. It lacked an inner spirit and humor. I can't believe the positive reviews from critics that I actually admire. Were they bribed?… Expand

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RostokovJul 24, 2006

Tedious, relentlessy bombastic, witless, devoid of suspense, lacking human vitality, predictable, glossy, pointless, sickly Hollywood mindmush. How long before people begin to gag on this stuff?

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ColR.Jul 24, 2006

An excellent follow up to the first two movies - retains the style and magnificence of the original Donner movies, resisting the temptation to break the fiction by adding too many contemporary references. Bryan Singer should be proud of what An excellent follow up to the first two movies - retains the style and magnificence of the original Donner movies, resisting the temptation to break the fiction by adding too many contemporary references. Bryan Singer should be proud of what he has achieved here - it's a rare feat to be able to replicate something from a past era without making it seem cheesy and contrived. Don't go expecting the gritty "believability" of Singer's X-Men - go expecting to see the follow-up to Richard Donner's totally entertaining Christopher Reeve's Superman movies.… Expand

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IrwinF.Jul 25, 2006

Back in the 1950s, and even the 70s when the first Christopher Reeve film came out, Superman was an idol and the perfect symbolism for Truth, Justice and the American way. Now he just seems too earnest and corny, like a big dopey Labrador in Back in the 1950s, and even the 70s when the first Christopher Reeve film came out, Superman was an idol and the perfect symbolism for Truth, Justice and the American way. Now he just seems too earnest and corny, like a big dopey Labrador in a red cape. Spiderman was a geeky teenager coming to terms with power and responsibility; Batman was a dark a brooding mortal avenging his parent… Expand

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EduardoR.Jul 26, 2006

Very dark... not just the screenplay, the lighting seemed to try and hide the characters, foreground and generally make me wish for a flashlight to see what was going on. The action sequences were good... no doubt, but I expected to be Very dark... not just the screenplay, the lighting seemed to try and hide the characters, foreground and generally make me wish for a flashlight to see what was going on. The action sequences were good... no doubt, but I expected to be blinded by the science of modern film making, not made to 'suppose' what had happened.… Expand

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JosephA.Jul 3, 2006

Pretty boring. I think the idea for the film was great, only after having sat through it twice and coming out with not a single memorable bit of dialogue, I feel the script is pretty weak. The action sequences, the ones were he just keeps Pretty boring. I think the idea for the film was great, only after having sat through it twice and coming out with not a single memorable bit of dialogue, I feel the script is pretty weak. The action sequences, the ones were he just keeps lifting heavier things get dull as well. Good story, but the script and action don't really flesh it out. I think I realize where the director was going with this but it falls short in a film thats a bit long.… Expand

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JeremyJul 3, 2006

Spacey gets my one point for his role as Lex. As for the rest of this slow boring movie, I ony wish I could give it a minus a million. Awful.

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BillyS.Jul 3, 2006

Last summer, Christopher Nolan took the long comatose Batman franchise and gave it a whole new life with a fresh new heart and rejuvenated soul, now we have Bryan Singer's attempt to do the same for an equally dormant Superman and Last summer, Christopher Nolan took the long comatose Batman franchise and gave it a whole new life with a fresh new heart and rejuvenated soul, now we have Bryan Singer's attempt to do the same for an equally dormant Superman and I'm sorry to say he only succeeds in a giving this super-hero a face lift. It's not a bad remake like Poseiden, but it's nothing more, nothing less than the original. Brandon Routh looks so much like Christopher Reeve the producers didn't bother to ask if he could act and Kate Bosworth is simply not Lois Lane. Kevin Spacey seems to be holding back on what could have been a great Lex Luther. The opening credit sequence with the original John Williams theme is a promising start, but other than the new and improved special effects, it just doesn't seem to leave you with any anticipation for the sequel. Can you say "Superboy?"… Expand

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CongoGongoJul 3, 2006

You guys giving this mundane trash tens are insane. It had no plot, no directing and other than Lexie Poo the rest of the cast went about there business as if in a trance. Tell the truth guys can Lois be any bitchier than she was portrayed You guys giving this mundane trash tens are insane. It had no plot, no directing and other than Lexie Poo the rest of the cast went about there business as if in a trance. Tell the truth guys can Lois be any bitchier than she was portrayed by Bosworth in this flick? Who in their right mind would want anything to do with her. If I were Lex I would send her packing to Supie Poo as she is deadlier than Krytonite. Supe will want to commit Hari Kari after spending an eternity with that cold hearted bitch. Avoid this turkey at all costs.… Expand

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JimG.Jul 3, 2006

I don't understand what people see in this movie. First: Yeah, there are special effects, but with one exception (in the eye of this beholder) they fall into the "been there, done that" category. For example, long shots of people I don't understand what people see in this movie. First: Yeah, there are special effects, but with one exception (in the eye of this beholder) they fall into the "been there, done that" category. For example, long shots of people crossing terrain reminded me of people aboard on the deck of the Titanic, hobbits in the Lord of the Rings series, and characters in the Harry Potter series. We all know it is CGI and it doesn't impress us. Soon CGI will be come as distracting and unsatisfying as the effects from the original Star Wars. How sad. Second: There is absolutely no chemistry between Lois and her husband or Lois and Clark Kent or Lois and Superman. Because of this, all the supposed-to-be romantic scenes become unbearable long boring filler. Third: Other parts of the film could really have used some better editing. It tends to drag. Finally, all the hoopla that surrounded Routh and his costume are just that, hoopla. His performance wasn't very convincing or spectacular. Seems like he was picked cause he looks faintly like Reeves. Or maybe he's just not my type.… Expand

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JustinK.Jul 3, 2006

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's.....just another review that starts off too cliche! Anyway, I'm here to review Superman Returns, a movie that is missing the most important element in a super-hero movie: Man vs. Self. We It's a bird! It's a plane! It's.....just another review that starts off too cliche! Anyway, I'm here to review Superman Returns, a movie that is missing the most important element in a super-hero movie: Man vs. Self. We don't feel anything important is at stake....It doesn't build up a strong, justifiable purpose or connection as to why Superman is saving humanity. I couldn't help but totally agree with Roger Ebert on this one. Perhaps I felt this way because there is no underlying theme throughout the movie. We're just thrown into this world of Superman without feeling like we're a part of it. One of the biggest flaws of the movie is how Lois Lane is portrayed. If she's going to be mad at Superman, so be it! But at least BUILD THE IDEA UP with flashback scenes or something that gets us emotionally involved with their relationship. First impressions are big, and our first impression of Lois is the B-word. (That was Superman's impression in this movie too). Simply put, Lois just isn't very likeable, although her acting skills aren't bad. If there are two positive things I can say about this movie, it's Lex Luthor and his trampy wife. They light up the screen whenever they're on it. Luthor's calm, sadistic wit is only matched by his clueless, thrill-seeking wife. I think I liked her more than I liked Lois in thie movie......And that's not a good thing, people. And finally to the star of the show, Superman! Brandon Rouf does a decent job playing an off-beat, shy man named Clark Kent. Equally good is his portrayal of Superman. However, it's not his so-so acting job that brings this movie down. It's the fact that he isn't given a chance to shine as much as he should, emotionally and verbally. The most important element in a superhero movie is man vs. self, and that is totaly missng here. We just don't feel a strong connection to Superman and his role in saving lives and his dilemma of having to hide his identity. Oh, and one little nit-picky thing I have about his costume.......SO FAKE ITS HILARIOUS! By fake I mean that Superman can actually get buffer when he rips off his Clark Kent suit. What a special effect! About as fake as some of the CGI flight sequences. Speaking of flight, some of the action is spectacular. I don't want to spoil anything, but one scene at the beginning of the movie involving an airplane might just have you hanging onto your own seat in the movie theatre. So there's my review. Sometimes the movie is entertaining, but emotionally the movie just doesn't pull the audience in. It's missing the fear element in Batman Begins, the love element in Spider-man, and the sheer brilliance of Sin City. Yes, it's a whole different movie. But it's a super-hero movie, and in my book, it's missing some very crucial pages.… Expand

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NeilKJul 3, 2006

First off, there are moments that are amazing to behold. Secondly... you really must suspend your logic muscles (which MOST films ask of you nowadays anyhow.) I mean, come on... Superman AND Clark Kent are both gone for five years and not a First off, there are moments that are amazing to behold. Secondly... you really must suspend your logic muscles (which MOST films ask of you nowadays anyhow.) I mean, come on... Superman AND Clark Kent are both gone for five years and not a single person notices that they BOTH arrive back in Metropolis at the same time? Which reflects that there are momets that are really flat. This film is an excellent example of what a talented director can do with a mediocre script. Kate Bosworth was much better than I feared she would be. Spacey is quite fun as Lex, and that guy that plays Superman is not actually Jason Schwartzman!… Expand

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MichaelJul 4, 2006

I'm a life-long comic fan (40 years) A big disappointment for me. Maybe my expectations were way out of whack, but c'mon - THIS IS SUPERMAN. One of our biggest pulp icons ever. If you're going to spend 200 million dollars on a I'm a life-long comic fan (40 years) A big disappointment for me. Maybe my expectations were way out of whack, but c'mon - THIS IS SUPERMAN. One of our biggest pulp icons ever. If you're going to spend 200 million dollars on a film you better be damn sure to take the film where no one has gone before. I blame this average, near rip-off of the first Super movie, on the writers and anyone who approved what they wrote. Unfortunately it feels like too many marketing cooks in the kitchen on this one.… Expand

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RandyM.Jul 5, 2006

As a citizen of Norwalk, Iowa and knowing Brandon Routh, I was hoping Bryan Singer would make Superman Returns a good movie. I got my wish. Superman Returns is an intense ride that matches up to such legends as Batman Begins and Spiderman 2. As a citizen of Norwalk, Iowa and knowing Brandon Routh, I was hoping Bryan Singer would make Superman Returns a good movie. I got my wish. Superman Returns is an intense ride that matches up to such legends as Batman Begins and Spiderman 2. The mix of romance,action and plot twists hit you with a tide of fun that will put a smile on your face as you walk out of the theater. Norwalk's proud of ya BJ!!!!… Expand

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C.WagsJul 5, 2006

I was initially disappointed until I discovered that it was produced by Jon Peters. I then realized what a tremendous job was done by Bryan Singer, et al, to make it as decent as it was.

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JohnG.Jul 6, 2006

This movie was dull and lifeless! I expected much more. The beginning of the movie contained a pointless sequence showing superman as a boy, and then took a good hour explaining why superman had left. The sub plot about Lois Lane's son This movie was dull and lifeless! I expected much more. The beginning of the movie contained a pointless sequence showing superman as a boy, and then took a good hour explaining why superman had left. The sub plot about Lois Lane's son was drawn out far too long, as was the ending of the movie. There was NOTHING redeeming about this movie, not even the cinematography! If you must see this movie, please don't waste your money in the theater; rent it, or wait for it to come on HBO.… Expand

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JCL.Jul 6, 2006

[***SPOILER***] Overall an enjoyable moving. But have we devolved so far that a comic book hero for kids has to have a bastard son in order to entice adults? This little subplot does damage to Superman's role model status unnecessarily.

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ChristopherA.Jul 6, 2006

Wow. The critics loved this movie. That's why I dont trust critics! I wanted this movie to be so much better. After Batman Returns, I thought, "Maybe there is hope!" Sigh. How much money was spent to make this forgettable film? Bland Wow. The critics loved this movie. That's why I dont trust critics! I wanted this movie to be so much better. After Batman Returns, I thought, "Maybe there is hope!" Sigh. How much money was spent to make this forgettable film? Bland and boring and ridiculous....I was so happy when it ended.… Expand

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JoshD.Jul 6, 2006

Being a true fan of the whole concept of Superman, I truly enjoyed this movie. Brandon Routh had big shoes to fill in this film as the great hero Superman, and I feel did a absolute wonderful job. I was truely pleased with this movie and Being a true fan of the whole concept of Superman, I truly enjoyed this movie. Brandon Routh had big shoes to fill in this film as the great hero Superman, and I feel did a absolute wonderful job. I was truely pleased with this movie and look forward to hopefully seeing a second one with all the same actors and actresses in it.… Expand

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ChazT.Jul 6, 2006

Superman returns. I was expecting a lot from this movie and left feeling disapointed. It took almost 1.5 hours for anything interesting to happen and even then the special effects and story line were weak at best.

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TsongG.Jul 7, 2006

Corny movie! No substance at all. The story did not even try to answer what happened to Superman when he left. Crap.

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JeremyW.Jul 7, 2006

I enjoyed seeing "Supes" on the big screen again, but the pacing and story couldn't be any duller. Lex Luthor's plan is lame and uniteresting, Superman's soul searching and brooding quickly becomes tiresome, and the pacing I enjoyed seeing "Supes" on the big screen again, but the pacing and story couldn't be any duller. Lex Luthor's plan is lame and uniteresting, Superman's soul searching and brooding quickly becomes tiresome, and the pacing makes youy feel every minute of it's 2:40+ run time. I didn't hate it, but I am really curious how "bad" the scripts were that they turned down. I just can't help but feel that that there had to be a more action packed and exciting script available after having had 20yrs. to think of one. All-in-all, another perfect case of a hollywood blockbuster overhyped and underachieving.… Expand

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MitchellM.Jul 7, 2006

Oh no. I knew we had trouble when Perry just can't say "...and the American way!" Guys...you may not like the fact that things are not your way in America at this time, but we know that the "American way" means all that IS good about Oh no. I knew we had trouble when Perry just can't say "...and the American way!" Guys...you may not like the fact that things are not your way in America at this time, but we know that the "American way" means all that IS good about this country. This film leaned a little too left from the start. A child out of wedlock, and the near bashing of the idea of the world having a "savior?' Yes you want adults to attend the film, but who would take their child to see this work. This film should have been fun. At least the latest Batman and Spiderman films tried to make a movie the whole audience would enjoy. Next time, have fun with the script. Then the director and the actors will have fun with the movie, and so will the fans.… Expand

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MikeW.Jul 8, 2006

Not too over the top, and a great time for an old Superman fan.

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BlakeO.Jul 8, 2006

This movie brought nobility to the mythos, excitement to the effects and a sense of alienation and being "other" for an alien from another planet that I had not experienced before. Highly recommended.

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