Superman Returns
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: June 28, 2006
6.9
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9
JohnH.Jul 8, 2006
The movie is a terrific homage to the Donner original, and still advances the storyline on its own. Be warned; if you didin't like Superman the Movie or Superman 2, you might not be as familiar with some of the plot. Regardless of The movie is a terrific homage to the Donner original, and still advances the storyline on its own. Be warned; if you didin't like Superman the Movie or Superman 2, you might not be as familiar with some of the plot. Regardless of story, the movie wouldn't make it if Singer had cast the wrong actor as Clark/Superman, and it's great to see that he made the right choice. Routh embodies Superman with more emotion than Reeve ever did... and that's coming from someone who always liked Reeve's Superman. And his Clark is pretty good, too, although Clark doesn't have a lot to do in this movie. Spacey is a darker, harder Luthor, but manages to have fun with the role nonetheless. Marsden and Langella also stand out, and you have to give props to the script for not making Richard a cardboard character, but somebody rather real. As for negatives, the only thing I'd recommend is to ignore the IMAX version... the 3D is really quite lousy compared to most other IMAX 3D efforts, and the putting on and taking off of the glasses is a little cumbersome. After seeing both the IMAX and standard versions, I'd certainly recommend the standard version... the effects are easier to appreciate, and with such fantastic effects work, you should be able to see all of 'em. All in all a fantastic reboot/continuation of the series.… Expand
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WAKOJAKOJul 8, 2006
Booooooooring!!! Impresive effects, when they finally come...but otherwise...boring. By the way, don't waste your extra hard earned dollars on the "3D" version. Ain't worth it.
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JimM>Jul 9, 2006
The best movie of the Summer, far better than that horrible Pirates sequel! I'm a big fan of Christoher Reeves and the first two Superman movies (it should have stopped there), but this Superman more than measures up to the oritinal two The best movie of the Summer, far better than that horrible Pirates sequel! I'm a big fan of Christoher Reeves and the first two Superman movies (it should have stopped there), but this Superman more than measures up to the oritinal two movies. Brandon Routh makes a great superman, he has the looks and a pretty good actor. Listen to the critics on this one, not the stupid amateur reviews. This movie has great special effects, but it is not a "special effects" fiasco like Pirates of the Carribean Dead Man's Chest. This movie has a good story and plot, and it has a real heart and soul. I was choked up a few times, because this "superhero" shows the complexity off a character who the world needs, but has real vulnerabilities of his own which turns the tables and shows that he also needs humanity. Its up there with Spiderman as one of the best "superhero" movies. (You stupid people who don't get it.. go waste your money on Pirates agagin..)… Expand
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G.JonesJul 9, 2006
This is, without a doubt, the biggest turd floating around in the Summer Movie pool. I can't believe that Warner Bros. allowed this abomination to hit the theatres. Did Singer, et al. even bother to pick up a Superman comic and see what This is, without a doubt, the biggest turd floating around in the Summer Movie pool. I can't believe that Warner Bros. allowed this abomination to hit the theatres. Did Singer, et al. even bother to pick up a Superman comic and see what the characters were all about? Apparently not. This whole melodramatic mess ignores cannon storylines and character integrity entirely. Superman=Deadbeat dad/Emo loser wannabe. Lois Lane=Stupid Whore. Lex Luthor= Retard. Jason Lane=Asthmatic Superboy Thing-That-Should-Not-Be? WTF? Storyline is inane. Characters twisted, empty shells of what they should be. Effects are great, but not enough to save this floater. Good gravy, no wonder "Pirates" raped and pillaged "Supersuck Retarded" at the box office this weekend. Hey, Bryan Singer and Warner Bros. Suits: THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU F*** THE FANS UP!!!! Do not alienate us. Do not promise us greatness and then deliver a s**t sandwich on a plastic tray, you jerks. This franchise never got what it deserved from day one and it's a crying shame. The end. Don't bother with VI. You killed Superman.… Expand
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MatthewC.Jul 9, 2006
Awesome Movie, No doubt about it!
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AlLJul 9, 2006
Ouch! Lots of big red zeroes here. I think the weight of expectation might have been too much for ol' Kal-El to bear on those broad, blue shoulders of his. The much-loved '78 original and its equally revered star were always going Ouch! Lots of big red zeroes here. I think the weight of expectation might have been too much for ol' Kal-El to bear on those broad, blue shoulders of his. The much-loved '78 original and its equally revered star were always going to be a tough act to follow. I liked it, though I though it was a bit heavy on the gravitas, too light on the script and, as Ebert points out, nobody here seems to be having any fun. The Jesus angle was overplayed- sun streaming down from the clouds, JC pose, coming back from the dead not once but twice, father, son, etc, etc, okay SInger we get it, he's a saviour not a man- lighten up and give him some gags. The 7 is rounded up from a 6.5-or-so. I thought the piano thing was great.… Expand
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JoeJul 9, 2006
Love story with no story. Great special effects for a $250 million movie.
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ZackL.Aug 1, 2006
Though I hadn't been eagerly awaiting this movie, my expectations for greatness from Singer's latest flick were actually high. Unfortunately, I was let down by a bland Superman, mediocre characters, a dull story and corny special Though I hadn't been eagerly awaiting this movie, my expectations for greatness from Singer's latest flick were actually high. Unfortunately, I was let down by a bland Superman, mediocre characters, a dull story and corny special effects. Also, the running time is too long.… Expand
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RobertM.Aug 11, 2006
Dull, long and quite frankly to close to the superman in the late 70's early 80's. Nothing fresh or new, unlike the last batman movie which had a much darker edge. Maybe as a movie goer I want a little more these days, I wanted a Dull, long and quite frankly to close to the superman in the late 70's early 80's. Nothing fresh or new, unlike the last batman movie which had a much darker edge. Maybe as a movie goer I want a little more these days, I wanted a superman with a clear indication that he was affected by his constant interaction with humans in plight and crimainal activities. Have to say the score I give this is entirely due to Kevin Spacey's performance, over the top and in true movie villain style.… Expand
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DanielV.Aug 12, 2006
ok the plot was just terrible. superman's enemy was a big rock! A ROCK! i hardly find that exciting in anyway. I made the movie enjoyable by teasing my friend throughout the movie since he was a big superman fan.
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BatfanAug 20, 2006
Superman Returns was more like Super Bridget Jones! Desperate Post Feminist waffle that ruined the franchise. There's a reason why Catwoman and Elektra failed cos women don't wanna see those kinda movies and neither do men. Superman Returns was more like Super Bridget Jones! Desperate Post Feminist waffle that ruined the franchise. There's a reason why Catwoman and Elektra failed cos women don't wanna see those kinda movies and neither do men. Superman is a mans hero, trying to make the movie appeal to Women by having this Cosmo Stereo type chick was a big mistake. Women who go to Superman wanna see a strong man and they long to be the Damsel in Distress whatever they may say in polls you read. They want a hero and they want to be rescued. It's just typical of the state of movies these days, trying to appeal to your 50% female audience in a male movie just alienates the other 50% Superman Returns,? Well send him home! Very disappointing movie… Expand
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RyanA.Aug 5, 2006
This is the best Superman movie ever and it is just as good as Batman Begins which means both are my favorite superhero movies ever! This movie is great from begining to end. Great plot, great effects, great music score, great characters, This is the best Superman movie ever and it is just as good as Batman Begins which means both are my favorite superhero movies ever! This movie is great from begining to end. Great plot, great effects, great music score, great characters, great everything. I can't wait for the sequel! Plus I loved how Lex was more villianous instead of campy like in the first two films that Superman Returns follows and ignores 3 and 4. Go see it!… Expand
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BrandonL.Aug 8, 2006
As in the words of Time reviewer Richard Corliss: "It's Beyond Super. It's Superb." This is, by far, the best superhero film of the decade. Better then the rest of the summer blockbusters. Take the ride, Superman has it all.
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AshleyRSep 11, 2006
Saw this movie with my boyfriend, though he wasn't my boyfriend at the time... He loves Superman and I kinda wanted to see it
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JaredB.Jan 1, 2007
As a man who has been a huge Superman fan for as long as I can remember, I was thrilled with the final result of this film. Who knew anyone could fill Christopher Reeve's shoes so well? Brandon Routh does an absolutely incredible job. As a man who has been a huge Superman fan for as long as I can remember, I was thrilled with the final result of this film. Who knew anyone could fill Christopher Reeve's shoes so well? Brandon Routh does an absolutely incredible job. And, what can I say about Kate Bosworth? Hubba Hubba.… Expand
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ZiftK.Jan 7, 2007
Not a bad movie. No real "fighting" but a lot of saving the day moments. But hey, that's superman for you. Overall, not an fantastic movie, but an enjoyable one.
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RajG.Oct 16, 2006
Brilliant, gripping story, fresh and Reeve-ish decor of new comer Brian Routh and of course the delectable Parker Posey....needless to say..it had it all... 10 .. hands down
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DavidS.Dec 14, 2006
Quite frankly, this is among the finest popular entertainment I've seen. Under Brian Singer's direction, we truly have a "man of steel" with a "sensitive core". A hero with soul. There's a real likeability about this film too Quite frankly, this is among the finest popular entertainment I've seen. Under Brian Singer's direction, we truly have a "man of steel" with a "sensitive core". A hero with soul. There's a real likeability about this film too -- it's a wholesome, uplifting ride. It captures the "essence of Superman" -- decent, awesomely powerful, modest and just plain good. There's some true "shout out loud" moments in there that really lift the spirit. This is Hollywood storytelling at its very best. Those who think this is "boring" should find solace in rubbish like "XXX" and "Bad Boys".… Expand
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JerryDec 23, 2006
Bad concepts, poorly written script, too much rehashing and re-imagining of the Donner film. This is 2006, not the 70's. Superman should have had the treatment that was brought to Batman Begins. Spiderman 2 and Batman Begins are the Bad concepts, poorly written script, too much rehashing and re-imagining of the Donner film. This is 2006, not the 70's. Superman should have had the treatment that was brought to Batman Begins. Spiderman 2 and Batman Begins are the bench marks. Superman Returns never comes close.… Expand
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FrankDDec 26, 2006
A large number of critics not only endorsed this film, but actualy praised it??? Viewing lots of mind-numbing day after day obviously impired their judgement. This thing is a bg, bloated bore! Where's the pulse? DOA.
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TimM.Dec 30, 2006
Big disappointment. Couldn't decide if it was a sequel or a reboot, it just sputtered between the two. Brandon's "Clark Kent" was so monotone that I thought Christopher Reeve would spin in his grave. Kate Bosworth was not a good Big disappointment. Couldn't decide if it was a sequel or a reboot, it just sputtered between the two. Brandon's "Clark Kent" was so monotone that I thought Christopher Reeve would spin in his grave. Kate Bosworth was not a good choice for Lois. The entire film seemed to be trying to steal plot points from the original movie, even a lot of dialogue. It went from "let's pay homage" to "let's just copy the whole movie". Props to Brandon for sounding like Christopher Reeve's "Superman". Maybe it would have worked better if they weren't trying to make Brandon the new "Chris" but let him be his own Superman.… Expand
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NickL.Dec 4, 2006
What a disaster. Poor script, poor supporting characters. Singer - READ A COMIC BOOK, WE DONT WANT A REHASH OF THE 1ST ONE! Lacked the magic of the first 2 and although Christopher Reeve will always be the man for the job, Brandon Routh was What a disaster. Poor script, poor supporting characters. Singer - READ A COMIC BOOK, WE DONT WANT A REHASH OF THE 1ST ONE! Lacked the magic of the first 2 and although Christopher Reeve will always be the man for the job, Brandon Routh was ok and deserves another crack of the whip. Just get another director...PLEASE.… Expand
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JessicaW.Dec 8, 2006
This is an amazing movie that surpassed my expectations. When my dad told me we were going to see 'Superman Returns,' I was a little skeptical to say the least. But about 10 minutes in, it just got better and better. Great movie.
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TotsieF.Jun 23, 2006
a breakthrough role for brandon routh. this movie could make him another icon on the making.
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EricS.Jun 26, 2006
Having seen an advanced screening of Superman Returns last Friday, I can honestly report that it is exactly what nostalgic fans will love: a campy rehash of the 1970s classic. Unfortunately, what was once exciting and original now comes Having seen an advanced screening of Superman Returns last Friday, I can honestly report that it is exactly what nostalgic fans will love: a campy rehash of the 1970s classic. Unfortunately, what was once exciting and original now comes across as a series of clichés. Director Brian Singer tries to hide this fact with "new" thematic elements (a world that no longer needs Superman), which ultimately end up being ignored throughout most of the film in favor of watching Superman catch things. Although it has been established for 50 years that Superman can lift heavy objects, the filmmakers evidently think that watching this for over 2 hours passes as excitement. Regardless of one's opinion of super heroes (I am actually a fan of both the films and comics), it seems natural to expect good fight sequences, if nothing else. The fact that Superman Returns fails to deliver in this area, even in the hands of a skilled director, is evidence that the problem is with the concept, not the execution. It is impossible to make a decent film out of an outdated rendition of a character that has changed little since the 1940s. The director, and the actors (who do the best they can in shallow, limited roles) are not to blame, but rather, it is the viewers who continue to gobble up sub par movies that remind them of their long-lost childhoods, or are mesmerized by shiny special effects and loud explosions. Superman Returns can't hope to compete (in terms of quality) with characters like the X-Men, Spiderman and hell, even the Hulk, who possess enough depth to be judged as movies rather than homages to 50 year old magazines. There is no doubt in my mind that Superman Returns will make billions and even receive good reviews from nostalgic fans and critics, but any discerning viewer will see it for what it really is: a shallow and self-indulgent parade of stars, CGI, and over the top set pieces meant to satisfy adolescents and nostalgic comic geeks (I fit into that last category, but at least I know a bad movie when I see one).… Expand
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AaronS.Jun 27, 2006
After seeing an early screening(it was for troops) this movie made me feel like a kid again. Superman is soo powerful and it is portrayed sooo well. I don't care that it didn't have some originality, you don't mess with After seeing an early screening(it was for troops) this movie made me feel like a kid again. Superman is soo powerful and it is portrayed sooo well. I don't care that it didn't have some originality, you don't mess with Superman. Throughout this whole runtime, I can say that I enjoyed every minute of it. I didn't want to stop watching.… Expand
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GregN.Jun 27, 2006
Bland Superman, bland Lois, bland Lex. A couple of great scenes but generally disappointing.
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JakeP.Jun 27, 2006
I loved this film, I say as good as last year's Batman Begins.
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MikeD.Jun 27, 2006
great movie. awesome effects throughout and strong acting and story.
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PaulK.Jun 27, 2006
I was really looking forward to seeing this, but I didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would. The slow pace and the length of the film didn't help either. Tighter editing and more action would have helped, but the story I was really looking forward to seeing this, but I didn't enjoy it as much as I thought I would. The slow pace and the length of the film didn't help either. Tighter editing and more action would have helped, but the story wasn't strong enough to hold my attention. Fans, will see this in the theater, but everyone else should wait for video.… Expand
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BenJun 27, 2006
Excellent ... not perfect, but as good as one could hope
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C.D.Jun 27, 2006
This film flies away from logic.
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DavidP.Jun 27, 2006
This was the Superman movie I was waiting for! it was thrilling, joyful and even a bit melancholy. The acting is pitch perfect, particularly Spacy and Routh. This could arguably be the best of all the Superman movies.
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JoeyJun 28, 2006
Bryan Singer directed Superman the way Alex Ross draws Superman. It's majestic, stirring, and human at the same time. Routh was great as Superman/Clark, and I liked Kate Bosworth's Lois Lane. She wasn't as goofy in this movie, Bryan Singer directed Superman the way Alex Ross draws Superman. It's majestic, stirring, and human at the same time. Routh was great as Superman/Clark, and I liked Kate Bosworth's Lois Lane. She wasn't as goofy in this movie, but she shouldn't have been, given the scenario of the film. Go see it!… Expand
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AshaT.Jun 28, 2006
This is the Superman we need for the next generation. It's about time!
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BartW.Jun 28, 2006
I'm torn. I geeked out over the effects, I giggled at the homages to the original films and I was happy to see Superman again. However, I am extremely disappointed in the plot and writing in general. This movie is another example of I'm torn. I geeked out over the effects, I giggled at the homages to the original films and I was happy to see Superman again. However, I am extremely disappointed in the plot and writing in general. This movie is another example of Brian Singer extracting what he likes from a mythos and discarding the rest. All or nothing, bud. Remember the original Superman? Doesn't Drink, smoke or have sex. Hmmm, I guess in the next one we'll see Clark smoking crack. What a role model. Sex out of wedlock, unprotected sex, drinking to deal with hurt and not to mention the irresponsible behavor of leaving a world you promised to protect. Meh, there's nothing super about this man. Shame on you, Singer.… Expand
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ChristopherJun 28, 2006
Just came back from seeing this. I tried to forget about all the hype, media saturation, and mixed reviews on this movie, and just see it for myself. I should have just stayed home and saved my money. This was by far one of the worst movies Just came back from seeing this. I tried to forget about all the hype, media saturation, and mixed reviews on this movie, and just see it for myself. I should have just stayed home and saved my money. This was by far one of the worst movies I've seen this year. There were no redeeming values at all. The plot was riduculous, the acting was bad (yes, even Kevin Spacey can't save this), the visuals were dull and uninspired. The movie was just straight out boring. When I go to see a "popcorn" flick, I usually go to be entertained. This movie failed to do this at every level. I looked at my watch about twenty times during the film (which by the way was too damn long). I rolled my eyes so many times at the cheese plot that my head hurts. If you wan't to go see it, fine, but I don't intend to ever watch this movie again. Very, very disappointed. It looks like Bryan Singer has done it again.… Expand
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DaveJun 29, 2006
Great big steaming pile of superhero cliches. Singer should have stuck to ruining X-men movies. I went to the Tuesday night sneek peak and by Thursday I still have a bad taste in my mouth. Half the audience was under 20 and even these kids- Great big steaming pile of superhero cliches. Singer should have stuck to ruining X-men movies. I went to the Tuesday night sneek peak and by Thursday I still have a bad taste in my mouth. Half the audience was under 20 and even these kids- raised on low brow/low expectation Hollywood fare- were falling asleep. Boo!… Expand
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FrankO.Jun 29, 2006
First off, to all of those people who complained about Superman having "unprotected sex," let's look back at Superman II where he lost his powers SPECIFICALLY to have sex with Lois... I don't recall a scene involving the use of First off, to all of those people who complained about Superman having "unprotected sex," let's look back at Superman II where he lost his powers SPECIFICALLY to have sex with Lois... I don't recall a scene involving the use of condoms, so that plot point is fair game for interpretation. "Truth and Justice"... no American Way, eh? Well, this is a movie that's going to be seen around the world, and I think the point of leaving out the last bit was to make it more global. I think there's enough pushing of the so-called "American Way" in this world already without Hollywood having to do it also. I thought the movie was great, but I wish there had been more 3-D.. the opening credits just BEGGED to be 3-D-ized... In the end, I give the movie an eight, only because I think this was a lot like the first X-Men.. a solid start, but just a primer for the REAL movie(s) (i.e. the sequels) .. I for one will be looking forward to what comes next.… Expand
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TinaD.Jun 29, 2006
I thought this was an amazing movie. The special effects were fantastic, the cinematography gorgeous, the casting perfect, and the dialogue refreshingly uncliched (well, there was one overly sappy line ... but that was just one line ...). I thought this was an amazing movie. The special effects were fantastic, the cinematography gorgeous, the casting perfect, and the dialogue refreshingly uncliched (well, there was one overly sappy line ... but that was just one line ...). Brandon Routh is great, both as the dorky Clark Kent, and the confident Man of Steel, and all of the other characters were exactly the way I would imagine them. I'm not a devoted fan of the old movies or the comic book series, so I'm not particularly picky about whether or not this movie sticks to all the nitty-gritty details of the Superman canon, but even if it does deviate from the canon, I think it does so in all the right ways. This movie has an emotional resonance that transcends your average superhero story, daring to go where I never thought it would, and it completely revitalizes the franchise. Superman Returns has it all--I have no idea how they'll ever follow it up, but of course, I desperately want them to. I didn't want it to end, and when it did, I was already dying for a sequel.… Expand
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DouglasM.Jun 29, 2006
I easily enjoyed this more than any other film so far this year - I left anxious to see it again, which I rarely feel these days. I found it balanced: for me the action worked, the heart worked, I loved the cast and the writing. Let that I easily enjoyed this more than any other film so far this year - I left anxious to see it again, which I rarely feel these days. I found it balanced: for me the action worked, the heart worked, I loved the cast and the writing. Let that stand on its own if you like, before my defensiveness. As a fan of the first two Reeve films, this movie is taking a tiresome beating because the originals have been elevated over time to an impossible, inaccurate status. Also, some apparently wanted a relentless, formulaic action film and I am thrilled to see something both fun and thoughtful. And though some here are claiming their right wing concerns were shared by entire audiences, I can at least attest that my audience applauded. I loved this movie.… Expand
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S.L.Jun 29, 2006
Superman Returns is ultimately an enjoyable film with great special effects and a love story subplot that keeps you guessing but fails in a couple of places. Most notably and surprisingly in Kevin Spacey's weak Lex Luthor who simply Superman Returns is ultimately an enjoyable film with great special effects and a love story subplot that keeps you guessing but fails in a couple of places. Most notably and surprisingly in Kevin Spacey's weak Lex Luthor who simply isn't malevolent enough but to be fair It isn't much worse than Gene Hackman's take on the character. Neither has the gravitas of Bond's Blofeld or Ian McKellans wonderful Magneto. Parker Posey is also wasted as his sidekick in a role Jennifer Tilly was born to play. Fortunately the casting for the good guys is better. Routh is a little bit less cartoonish than Chris Reeves was which I preferred and Kate Bosworth or anyone is better than Margo Kidder's Lois. The special effects are state of the art and the scene with the crippled airliner is almost worth the price of admission by itself. Ultimately the film doesn't break any new ground although it leaves some very interesting sequel possibilites and it's strong hero is let down by weak opponent.… Expand
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StevenS.Jun 29, 2006
The only reason I rated this movie a 4 is because of the special effects. Routh is a pretty good Superman and Clark Kent, and everyone else does an alright job as their respective characters.. The problem is in the story. [******SPOILERS The only reason I rated this movie a 4 is because of the special effects. Routh is a pretty good Superman and Clark Kent, and everyone else does an alright job as their respective characters.. The problem is in the story. [******SPOILERS below******] Why they decided to have Superman have a child out of wedlock is beyond me. With his faimly values, there is no way the Superman of old would have done that, let alone abandon the world and woman he loved so much. Second of all, when is this movie supposed to take place? Is this after he made Lois forget that she'd married him and he became a mortal? Is it before? Everyone in Hollywood is having a kid. First Tom Cruise, then Brad Pitt... then Jesus and now Superman? It's like they made the movie just to make it and push their ideas. I'm surprised they didn't make Superman gay.… Expand
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JoshS.Jun 29, 2006
A great cast, superb effects, and a compelling story. My only complaint is the length.
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NickB.Jul 11, 2006
Although I have a hard time deciding if this or Pirates will be my favorite for the Summer, I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how well-done and thoughtful Superman was. A treat for fans of the originals (to which it is a direct Although I have a hard time deciding if this or Pirates will be my favorite for the Summer, I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how well-done and thoughtful Superman was. A treat for fans of the originals (to which it is a direct sequel) and an inventive, "realistic" take on the character that adds some unique twists to the Superman mythology. A great adventure/romance Summer flick.… Expand
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BrentK.Jul 12, 2006
Superman Returns Is The Best Movie I've Ever Seen In A long Time . It a Love Story Of Lois Lane And Superman.
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DInaD.Jul 14, 2006
How much more fake could you get? I was laughing at the corny plot the way through. Definitely what i was expecting. Also, Christorpher Reeve can be the only superman.
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AlexandreG.Jul 14, 2006
A very entertaining movie. Excelent acting for Brandon Routh especially as Clark Kent. Kevin Spacey very good also as Lex Luthor, even though Gene is still way better at it.
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JoshuaJ.Jul 14, 2006
A great cast, great special effects but the movie falls apart because of the script. The plot is horrible. I won't give away anything. Maybe it's my own fault holding it up to greater comic book adaptations; such as: Batman Begins A great cast, great special effects but the movie falls apart because of the script. The plot is horrible. I won't give away anything. Maybe it's my own fault holding it up to greater comic book adaptations; such as: Batman Begins and Spiderman 1 & 2. Both movies revisted the character and took the story in a new direction with out compromising the characters we have known all are lives. I've about written off Bryan Singer. I used to think that he took Xmen 1 & 2 in another direction because of all the moving parts the Xmen comic books had; now I know this to be false! This movie is a disappointment!… Expand
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ChadS.Jul 15, 2006
My first impression on Kate Bosworth's reading of Lois Lane was that she's channeling Lisa Loeb. Her performance took me out of the movie. A second viewing, however, changed my mind. Even though she doesn't seem remotely like My first impression on Kate Bosworth's reading of Lois Lane was that she's channeling Lisa Loeb. Her performance took me out of the movie. A second viewing, however, changed my mind. Even though she doesn't seem remotely like an ace reporter, her decidedly anti-Kidder persona was befitting since Lane is called upon to be maternal this time around. The point of her seemingly underwhelming performance is that Lane is a mommy now. Softer. If the reporter didn't have a son, surely, the filmmaker would've had the common sense to cast Parker Posey (the sole supplier of any laughs) as Lane. At the time she had won the Pulitzer, maybe Bosworth's Lane was more like the Lois of '78, and less, as mentioned, like the composer of "Stay". "Superman Returns" is a hit or miss affair, that gets by on the sheer amount of money thrown on the screen. It does, indeed, look great. But sadly, like "Star Wars; Episodes I, II, and III", the only time your heart truly soars is when you hear the rehashing of John Williams' score. Brandon Routh is fine.… Expand
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JGJul 16, 2006
This wasn't a "Wow superman is so great look at all his cool moves" movie. It was more than Superman being all tough and macho. In fact he wasn' t even that tough and macho. There was real story line and you could see that superman This wasn't a "Wow superman is so great look at all his cool moves" movie. It was more than Superman being all tough and macho. In fact he wasn' t even that tough and macho. There was real story line and you could see that superman also had real emotions.… Expand
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IsmP.Jul 16, 2006
Decent film with enough nods to the past films. But it could had been more action packed and plot is underwhelming. The special effects are not that great for a $200 million plus budget.
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LouisM.Jul 16, 2006
Very true to the spirit of the comic book. But two things were unfortunate. The villan is to much of a Dr. Evil character which the Austin Powers franchise laughed at. I realize that this is being true to the comic, but times change and Very true to the spirit of the comic book. But two things were unfortunate. The villan is to much of a Dr. Evil character which the Austin Powers franchise laughed at. I realize that this is being true to the comic, but times change and comic heroes evolve too, like Spiderman, Batman and X-men. I think they should have created a more realistic modern day villan without a woman holding a little dog. The other thing is that Superman does not show off his powers enough. With him, the possibilities are endlessand there were not enough elaborate stunts (ala Matrix & X-men.) The modernization of the super hero should be balanced with keeping the original spirit alive. Maybe the balance here shifted too much to the original spirit. Still a fantastic movie though.… Expand
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TedM.Jul 17, 2006
The only thing that propped it up this high were the IMAX and the 3D scenes.
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ChantelleK.Jul 19, 2006
Absolutely fantastic film, as soon as i saw it i wanted to see it all over again. Brandon Routh is fantastic as superman! Brilliant performance. A**
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JamesH.Jul 21, 2006
Seen the film and thought it was brilliant. Brandon Routh gave a brilliant performance as the man of steele, can see why he was chosen. He would have been Chris Reeves first choice. The film plot was great, showing a more emotional side to Seen the film and thought it was brilliant. Brandon Routh gave a brilliant performance as the man of steele, can see why he was chosen. He would have been Chris Reeves first choice. The film plot was great, showing a more emotional side to Superman. Had great action sequences with great CGI , you can now beleive a man can most definately fly! All the acting was good, and wot a great Lex Luthor Kevin Spacey made. The film had action, humor,sadness, happyness. I recommend the film to all. Baah humbug to all the negative reviews.… Expand
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BradJul 21, 2006
The movie had a good look about it and the airplane scene was great. The problem is it seemed as a polished version of the original. Gene Hackman put his mark on the original bad guy- sorry Kevin Spacey, the role was a tad larger the life The movie had a good look about it and the airplane scene was great. The problem is it seemed as a polished version of the original. Gene Hackman put his mark on the original bad guy- sorry Kevin Spacey, the role was a tad larger the life for you to pull off.… Expand
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SarahH.Jul 22, 2006
Remember when the Incredibles get their new costumes, and are lectured about the dangers of capes? Try watching the opening action sequence of Superman with that in you head. I laughed till I cried.
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KaySt.T.Jul 22, 2006
What a super boring movie. Weak script. Seems like only fanitics are giving it 10 to try and prop up the ratings. It's better to skip this movie so WB know that they have to do much better than this. They were too embarassed to show What a super boring movie. Weak script. Seems like only fanitics are giving it 10 to try and prop up the ratings. It's better to skip this movie so WB know that they have to do much better than this. They were too embarassed to show this at the Cannes Film festival. I can see why.… Expand
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DhardingJul 23, 2006
Routh was ok as Superman, but he didn't get the Clark Kent character quite right. Kent's clumsy, but not a complete dork. Bosworth just did not capture the Lois Lane character. Not enough pizazz. Special effects great, Lex great, Routh was ok as Superman, but he didn't get the Clark Kent character quite right. Kent's clumsy, but not a complete dork. Bosworth just did not capture the Lois Lane character. Not enough pizazz. Special effects great, Lex great, Perry white was great.… Expand
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EricY.Jul 24, 2006
The movie was decent, but I was expecting more from this movie. The effects really weren't that great. When Superman was flying around, I thought I was watching a video game or something. His face looked like the players in my NHL and The movie was decent, but I was expecting more from this movie. The effects really weren't that great. When Superman was flying around, I thought I was watching a video game or something. His face looked like the players in my NHL and Madden games. Worth a watch, but don't expect greatness.… Expand
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SteveT.Aug 13, 2006
This years Phantom Menace. A film which many love on release but as time passes the mediocrity will be recognised and accepted. [***SPOILERS***] This is a film which takes the character of Superman and tears it up to replace it with This years Phantom Menace. A film which many love on release but as time passes the mediocrity will be recognised and accepted. [***SPOILERS***] This is a film which takes the character of Superman and tears it up to replace it with something far less super. The character now is an individual who willingly interjects himself between a family. Yes, the annoying plastic child whose expression does not change once during the entire film may be his but it believes that Richard White is its father and as such Supermans actions are suggestive that he is willing to break the family up. The Superstalker scenes are also rather uncomfortable viewing with Superman spying on Lois and family. Kate Bosworth gives a by the numbers performance which could have been carried out by any actress, she brings nothing new to the role and does nothing to make the role her own. The chemistry between her and Routh is negligable. Routh himself does a good job with the mediocre material given. He does not have the charisma evident with Christopher Reeve but aquits himself capably. The problem is that the character of Superman seems to be more about the suit than anything else, there is very little to actually define what the character is about in this film and the Clark aspect is criminally underused. One of the most interesting characters is probably Richard White who provided more charisma and chemistry and a more heroic demenour than any of the other characters presented. Lex Luthor is more menacing than the Hackman version and is better for it. There is a sense of underlying malevolance to Spaceys performance which makes him more realistic as a villain. The plot itself is poor, turning the primary colour figure of Superman into a brooding and slightly egocentric figure more concerned with his own emotional needs than the repercusions of his actions. There are some nice action pieces but these are interspaced with dull and overlong moments where nothing much happens. The pacing of this film is very poor and I did expect more from Singer. The future dynamic between Superman and Lois is damaged by this film as is the heroic nature of Superman himself. A mediocre film of moments and full of plot holes and inconsistency. A shame as I tend to think this film could have been so much more.… Expand
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JosephW.Aug 13, 2006
Worst Superhero movie. It was long and boring, and this movie plagiarized off the original one too much for me to enjoy. It's like the edited the original script and threw a son in the movie.
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CarlaS.Aug 15, 2006
i loved the movie for the actin of the leading man (Routh) and for the effects. We have to realize that this movie has sequels and lots of answers are still to come. a new and good Super man has bosn for this generation!
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JayR.Aug 15, 2006
A great film! Superman Returns is an intelligent, passionate, quirky, and most of all heartfelt open-letter to all the real life heroes in the world, and the ones we wish would pay us a visit from a distant planet to keep peace on Earth =). A great film! Superman Returns is an intelligent, passionate, quirky, and most of all heartfelt open-letter to all the real life heroes in the world, and the ones we wish would pay us a visit from a distant planet to keep peace on Earth =). I must disagree with many of the negative peer reviewers on this page. (since respectfully he did give the most complete dissenting opinion of Superman). [***SPOILERS***] Superman does indeed pay a visit to Lois Lane's new home-- but only to find out if she still loves him. C'mon.. who amongst us with a brokenheart hasn't kept tabs on our old flames to see if there was any hope left of rekindling a romance? I personally felt that the gesture opened Kal-el up to a more brokenhearted and therefore human performance. Also, he does not "interject" himself to a family.. Lois isn't married yet and the boy is Kal-el's only son! Despite all that, Superman's only action is to visit the young boy, his biological son, and speak to him in his sleep, echoing his father's sentiments ("Sometimes you'll feel like an outcast.. but you'll never be alone.. you will make my strentgh your own.") Much like Jor-el must speak to his own son from beyond the grave, Kal-el must also make contact to his own son in the same manner of isolation due to the burden he bears as Earth's defender. Superman, first and lasly, is a film about the purity of spirit.… Expand
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VamsiK.Aug 23, 2006
I'm a Superman-comics fan, and found this movie disappointing. This is not how a superhero movie should be. I think the makers should take a good look at "Batman Begins" or the "X-Men" series to understand what they need to do.
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talhaSep 19, 2006
Masterpiece, inside the mind of Superman.
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christianbSep 15, 2008
Worst Superman version ever made in history. Didn't gave it a zero because of Kevin Spacy, but besides his performance, the movie was a disgrace to Hollywood.
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AdamM.Nov 29, 2006
This movie was done with a class that is rarely seen these dats, especially in superhero films!
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HuckB.Dec 12, 2006
I found Superman creepy. Looking through walls to watch families eat. The chemistry was crap. The back story of the son was absurd. Do the math. Lois, shame on you! Too long.
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arrivistAug 20, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bryan Singer said himself he set out to make a 'chick flick.' Written mostly from the perspective of a self-involved, workaholic, Lois 'I've done Superman' Lane. The Man of Steel is portrayed as an absent father who abandoned his child after a one night stand with the mother. In this incarnation, our American hero is lowered to the ranks of Super-Stalker, as he peers into and creeps around the Lane residence, uninvited. Routh looks the part and does his best Christopher Reeve impression, but the campy costume reduces him to looking like a plastic action figure. It appears the costume dept. wanted to set the film in the 50s, but the production designers didn't get the memo. Maybe if Singer wasn't flying around on the producer's jet, diddling twinks, there would have been a greater synergy during pre-production. There is plenty of the usual Singer homo-eroticism combined with unnecessary and border-line blasphemous references to Christianity. The action scenes and practical effects sequences are well put together, as expected - the cgi sequences looked dated by today's standard. Real life villain Kevin Spacey does a decent turn as the film's antagonist, although he never really breaks sweat. The film disregards a second act; instead, the third-act of Superman Returns begins at the halfway mark, concluding with the scriptwriters' re-written fantasy of why their dead-beat dads abandoned them. In the cancelled sequel, Richard gets friendzoned because he can't shoulder-press an entire island.… Expand
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FilipeNetoNov 20, 2021
After an excellent initial film, a decent sequel and two mediocre ones, the years passed, and cinema forgot the Superman. It was a long fast for fans, and with the emergence of a new wave of high-quality films based on characters fromAfter an excellent initial film, a decent sequel and two mediocre ones, the years passed, and cinema forgot the Superman. It was a long fast for fans, and with the emergence of a new wave of high-quality films based on characters from comic-book albums, cinema knew, and very well, to bring this character back to the movies. I don't think he will ever be a cinema figurehead, but he deserved a return.

This film also has the advantage of being virtually a sequel to the second film, from 1980: here, the Man of Steel actually had a romance with Lois Lane, and disappeared when scientists thought they had discovered traces of his home planet, to return several years later, after having proved that it was not true. Lois got married, the world had forgotten his existence... but he quickly shows that he's back, at the same time the presence of the malevolent Lex Luthor makes itself felt in the world. The film isn't perfect... but let's agree with this: after the 1978 film that made Christopher Reeve an immortal actor, this is Superman's best film, and a film that redeems and updates the character to a new generation.

Personally, I think the choice of Brandon Routh for the lead was not the best. It's a fact that the actor strives, tries to do what he can and looks great in Clark Kent's warm and somewhat goofy figure... but he doesn't have the charisma or presence or impact to be the Man of Steel. Kate Bosworth is equally a beautiful woman and a hardworking actress, but the way she brought Lois Lane to life is very bland, and I didn't feel any convincing chemistry between her and Routh... nothing to indicate that there's an "old flame" between those characters, and that there really was a relevant passion in the past. Far better than all of them, Kevin Spacey gave the villain, Lex Luthor, an aura of charisma, intensity, coolness and cynicism that went down well and that I enjoyed seeing...much better than the somewhat caricatured way Gene Hackman played the character in older films, and which I criticized, in due course, in the reviews I wrote for them. And I cannot forget the impeccable way in which Frank Langella brought the newspaper's editor, Perry White, to life.

Technically, the film has several valuable elements and shows well the large budget it was entitled to. It was undoubtedly a large investment by the studios, in an era in which CGI and the use of computerized special effects reigns and dominates the visual style of this genre of cinema. In this respect, the film does indeed have good visual effects and cleverly uses CGI, creating an authentic Metropolis, with buildings and a visual horizon that we cannot associate with a city we know (the older films were set in New York, and it was, for me, difficult to see the city and think of a fictional one). The film was very well shot, has impeccable cinematography, vivid colors and a good balance of light and shadows. The good soundtrack, taking advantage of the iconic Superman theme tune, also deserves a frankly positive note. Unfortunately, I think that the editing could have been better, and that it's an excessively long movie, that wastes time and drags on some scenes without this being justified.… Expand
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RapidFireApr 1, 2021
For waiting almost 20 years for a superman movie I was clearly disappointed by this. Was very boring, dull and slow set in a time that would have been a good sequel in the 80's but this is the 21st century and when you have your hero getFor waiting almost 20 years for a superman movie I was clearly disappointed by this. Was very boring, dull and slow set in a time that would have been a good sequel in the 80's but this is the 21st century and when you have your hero get beaten up by Kumar from white castle burger instead of zod or doomsday thats when you realise this is not the superman or movie you expected.......its a parody.… Expand
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511andahalfJan 15, 2022
Overall, a pretty decent movie. Brandon Routh is excellent as Superman, as well as the rest of the cast. There's not that much action, which I feel is a letdown, but the action that is present is quite good. Besides being a bit overly long,Overall, a pretty decent movie. Brandon Routh is excellent as Superman, as well as the rest of the cast. There's not that much action, which I feel is a letdown, but the action that is present is quite good. Besides being a bit overly long, I'm not sure what direction Singer was trying to head to in this movie. I feel like the direction was unclear; the Superman movies Reeve and Cavill starred in effectively made Superman feel isolated and emotional, someone the audience could empathize with, while I don't know what to say about this version of Superman.

Pretty good movie overall, and while it could have been better, it won't disappoint.… Expand
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Amirhosein2005Jan 26, 2022
A satisfying and acceptable film from one of the best superheroes in history ... Almost everything is good film but the rhythm of the film is boring.
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ChristmasLoverMay 21, 2022
This movie is just the worst Superman movie ever I hate it it’s so bad I’m not even gonna watch this movie anymore
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DarkwingSchmuckMar 13, 2022
Director Bryan Singer shows clear admiration for Richard Donner's original Superman, and while it superficially borrow's from Donner's film, it fails to capture the original's charm or magic. This is a dreary, lifeless comeback for the Man of Steel.
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themanwMay 7, 2022
This movie is the best SuperMan movie, it is very unrated but you should absolutly see it!
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themalMay 10, 2022
The film tries to tell a compelling story with a great villain but falls in the execution. The pace is slow and you don't get much action until the 3rd act.
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