Superman Returns (2006)

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• Jens S

  
  I never liked Superman. He was always the most boring super hero in my opinion, knowing everything, being able to do everything. Even more amazing how much I enjoyed this movie. Supie is a really likeable character, also/especially as the clumsy Kent thanks to the promising newcomer… More
  I never liked Superman. He was always the most boring super hero in my opinion, knowing everything, being able to do everything. Even more amazing how much I enjoyed this movie. Supie is a really likeable character, also/especially as the clumsy Kent thanks to the promising newcomer Brandon Routh. The movie was very convincing in its "a hero loved by the world" approach. Like Sufjan Stevens sang: "The Man of Metropolis Steals Our Hearts". But: A movie is only as good as its villain. And Kevin Spacey is awesome as Lex Luthor and has the best lines, while Parker Posey is perfect as ditzy villain-girlfriend. Also: the Marlon Brando voice footage, which already gave me shivers during the trailers works great in the movie as well. The action and special effects are outstanding, the return of John Williams original soundtrack fanfare was a great nod (among many) to the original movies. Singer proves once more to be an expert for comic adaptions. Great fun with only few slow passages.

• moon r

  
  rethinking this one, as any serious supes fan should, and i come to the conclusion that singer has crafted simply the best superman ever made, best superhero story ...in any medium. the plane sequence at the beginning leaves me breathless. sorry it took me so long to get it, bryan,… More
  rethinking this one, as any serious supes fan should, and i come to the conclusion that singer has crafted simply the best superman ever made, best superhero story ...in any medium. the plane sequence at the beginning leaves me breathless. sorry it took me so long to get it, bryan, and thx for the hard work. cue the tina turner song now...

• Brad W

  
  I found Superman Returns actually fun, the effects are great, and I think Brandon Routh played a very cool Superman. Some cheesy moments and plot holes, but that doesn't take away the fun and coolness that is Superman. I personally thought Kevin Spacey was tremendous, and… More
  I found Superman Returns actually fun, the effects are great, and I think Brandon Routh played a very cool Superman. Some cheesy moments and plot holes, but that doesn't take away the fun and coolness that is Superman. I personally thought Kevin Spacey was tremendous, and greatly increased the Lex Luthor lovers. Although its not Batman Begins, its definently one of the coolest reboots out there.

• Melvin W

  
  Lois Lane: "But millions of people will die!" Lex Luthor: "Billions! Once again, the press underestimates me." Superman Returns is an entertaining and fun spin on the Superman franchise. No it isn't as good as the first or second… More
  Lois Lane: "But millions of people will die!" Lex Luthor: "Billions! Once again, the press underestimates me." Superman Returns is an entertaining and fun spin on the Superman franchise. No it isn't as good as the first or second Superman films, but I don't think any Superman will ever top the first. Bryan Singer did a really good job coming up with a story that fits good with the first two. The casting was also very good. For me , Brandon Routh fit in perfect as Superman. I also really enjoyed Sam Huntington as Jimmy Olson. Kate Bosworth was a little hit and miss in her role as Lois Lane, but she did a decent job overall. Also, I can't think of an actor today who would have fit better into the Lex Luthor character than Kevin Spacey. Overall Superman Returns is exactly what it should be; it's a cool and fun add on to the Superman franchise.

• Jason C

  
  It must be hard to make a really good Superman movie. Superman Returns is another installment that falls short of greatness. There are plenty of problems. First off, the whole movie plays out like a sequel to a movie that doesn't exist. Next, mild complaint, but something… More
  It must be hard to make a really good Superman movie. Superman Returns is another installment that falls short of greatness. There are plenty of problems. First off, the whole movie plays out like a sequel to a movie that doesn't exist. Next, mild complaint, but something honestly has to be done to upgrade the secret identity situation. And the biggest complaint, if you're gonna make a movie about Superman come close to 3 hours, you need a hell of a lot more action than what's provided here. It's not all bad though. It's based on one of the greatest characters ever, and Kevin Spacey owns the role of Lex Luthor. I was just kind of indifferent to this.

• Jameson W

  
  Kevin Spacey is a great Lux Luthor!

• danny d

  
  a hybrid of terrible scenes with amazing ones, a total reboot might have been a better decision and the script could have been much better.

• Albert K

  
  Well made but horrendously boring. Has drama in it, but fails to engage audiences.

• Steven C

  
  I really enjoy Bryan Singer's "Superman Returns". I love where the story was taken, everything seems deterministic and action, drama and romance stem from the actions of the characters; like any good should. Visually, the special effects and cinematography are dazzling.… More
  I really enjoy Bryan Singer's "Superman Returns". I love where the story was taken, everything seems deterministic and action, drama and romance stem from the actions of the characters; like any good should. Visually, the special effects and cinematography are dazzling. I also really like the performances, Brandon Routh, Kate Bosworth and Kevin Spacey are all natural fits for me. In the end it's really the character drama and romance that seal the deal for me. It's a brave vision for those elements to take the center of the story, rather than the action, but it's something that is extremely satisfying and resonant.

• KJ P

  
  Superman Returns is superb, fun entertainment, and it brings back the classic story with amazement. It is not as good as the original film, however it slides in just fine with new levels of excitement. I loved this film. Superman is back, and I am ready for more!

• Richard C

  
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• Conner R

  
  A sad attempt at trying to continue a dead series. Instead of revamping the series, it continued from the end of Superman II. Brandon Routh was essentially a stand in/impersonator for Christopher Reeves. Lex Luther was literally doing the same thing he did in the other movies.… More
  A sad attempt at trying to continue a dead series. Instead of revamping the series, it continued from the end of Superman II. Brandon Routh was essentially a stand in/impersonator for Christopher Reeves. Lex Luther was literally doing the same thing he did in the other movies. It's just more of the same with very little redeeming qualities. It makes very little sense, the gap of 20 years was unexplained and just ridiculous. Suddenly there's flat-screen HD tv's, but all the characters haven't aged more than two years.

• Wahida K

  
  There is one thing I just dont understand why they keep changing Superman`s Background?

• Ginny  

  
  Saw it again, my rating actually improved the 2nd time around. (Gave it 2 1/2 stars the first time). - review to follow, have a headache right now.<br><br><b>Directed by: Bryan Singer<br>Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-fi</b>

• Jason O

  
  The second best film of my favorite of the superheroes: Superman. Only "Superman II" is better than this one. I don't care if it doesn't strictly follow the comic (never got to read it anyway). I love that Superman has a kid, and certain parts (like when… More
  The second best film of my favorite of the superheroes: Superman. Only "Superman II" is better than this one. I don't care if it doesn't strictly follow the comic (never got to read it anyway). I love that Superman has a kid, and certain parts (like when Superman's flying full speed ahead and slowly turns over on his back and lasers some falling rocks with his eyes) are just amazing and make me smile every time I see them. I think the new actor does a great job as Superman and can't wait to see the sequel! Went to the theater and watched this movie and it was an instant favorite, I bought it on DVD, and it holds up well every time I rewatch it. What more can you ask for?

• Anthony L

  
  I hate this film, I don't know what gave Bryan Singer the audacity to sat 'Forget the last 2 films, I've got a better idea'. How dare he! Start again, you wont be able to top the first film but put your own mark on it! Its just so painfully crap, Singer is very… More
  I hate this film, I don't know what gave Bryan Singer the audacity to sat 'Forget the last 2 films, I've got a better idea'. How dare he! Start again, you wont be able to top the first film but put your own mark on it! Its just so painfully crap, Singer is very overrated and the actors all do a pretty lousy job with their characters (apart from Spacey who is the only saving grace). My biggest problem with it is the storyline. Suddenly a whole continent of Kryptonite can't stop Superman ever though a pebble of the stuff nearly kills him. Don't get me started on the whole 'Superboy' scene. At least Superman fans are united in condemning it, I just hope it has not killed Superman's chances in the future. I'm watching Smallville from now on!

• Emile T

  
  Simply couldn't be better than that. Kevin Spacey is a great Lex Luthor. Astonishing special effects.

• Thomas B

  
  bryan singer is a fantastic director, to be able to evoke such nostalgia from his audience, yet still keep the younger audience entertained while giving the man of steel the revival which he so needed

• Lorenzo v

  
  <i>" I hear everything. You wrote that the world doesn't need a savior, but every day I hear people crying for one."</i> After a long visit to the lost remains of the planet Krypton, the Man of Steel returns to earth to become the peoples savior once… More
  <i>" I hear everything. You wrote that the world doesn't need a savior, but every day I hear people crying for one."</i> After a long visit to the lost remains of the planet Krypton, the Man of Steel returns to earth to become the peoples savior once again and reclaim the love of Lois Lane. <center><font size=+2 face="Verdana"><b><u>REVIEW</b></u></font></center> Superman Returns was a fun movie to watch. Routh was a great Superman, I never questioned the character. Bosworth was less fun to watch, I kept hoping for some more Clark Kent and Lois Lane banter. She was also lacking the spunk of Lois Lane. Still, Margot Kidder wasn't that great either and the movie is in the end, about Superman saving the world. The special effects are amazing, the flying scenes are much more fun, and it was overall a great time. The biggest problem with the movie, was the Lex Luthor "evil plot". Even at the end of the movie it seemed like we were all waiting for the real plot to hatch, almost as if the entire movie was a set up for the real story. Nevertheless, Spacey was fun to watch, but they did not utilize Parker Posey's talents in her role. Overall, the movie was fun, uplifting, and a great beginning to a new Superman franchise. I hope that Routh gets a chance to return and that they give the next movie an evil plot worth today's Superman.

• Chris W

  
  At times this film is very heavy handed and bloated, but you know what, in the end, I didn't care. This was a good movie. It had a nice mix of humor, action, special effects, and decent acting. The quality of the music doesn't need to be mentioned. some of the heavy handed… More
  At times this film is very heavy handed and bloated, but you know what, in the end, I didn't care. This was a good movie. It had a nice mix of humor, action, special effects, and decent acting. The quality of the music doesn't need to be mentioned. some of the heavy handed dramatic stuff was good, just handled unevenly. This is by far from being perfect, but it is a much more fitting sequel than parts 3 and 4.

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