Reviews forSuperman
Here’s to the hope we’ve never quite lost!
This film, just like its protagonist, may not have been perfect but that’s exactly what made it special! Here, I saw and appreciated the many layers of this character. Like any human being, he stumbles, makes mistakes, gets irritated over small things, and most importantly, he holds on to hope—hope for the good of everyone. Superman has always been a symbol of light and hope for me since childhood. Among the lineup of superhero toys I had neatly arranged in my cabinet, this Kryptonian with his red trunks and iconic insignia never failed to grab my attention. Watching Superman Returns (my first Superman movie ever) didn’t help either—it only fueled my admiration for this classic hero. I cherished that film for years, only to later find out that many people disliked it. But that’s beside the point. Fast forward to 2022, when they announced a new Superman movie, I was completely elated! I had been in a superhero movie drought for years, but seeing that name again instantly lifted my spirits and reignited that childlike spark inside me. Looking back, I think that’s his real “super” power. It’s not just about being powerful—it’s about putting smiles on faces and lifting hearts. And that’s exactly how I felt walking out of the theater just now. I can’t even begin to explain how happy I am with the cast James Gunn assembled. David Corenswet was phenomenal! I’m so proud to see him take on this role, especially since I’ve been a fan ever since his first Netflix show. Nicholas Hoult was annoyingly great (in the best way), and Rachel Brosnahan was as stunning and charismatic as ever, especially her palpable chemistry with David. And the soundtrack? It definitely pulled at my heart strings. I legit had tears in my eyes. Let’s also not forget how beautifully shot the flying sequences were! I felt like I was flying with him the whole time. I also really appreciate Gunn’s approach to this film. I love that they didn’t rely on the usual origin story and instead went with a timely, relevant plot that reflects what we’re facing today. It was a brave move and it paid off! This movie, like Superman, may not have been perfect. But to the kid in me who just watched it, and the same kid writing this now, it was everything! And maybe that’s all that really matters.
SUPERMAN
After being left for dead for a while, the DCU is finally back in the hands of someone with a clear vision and cool ideas for the stories he wants to tell. It’s important to say it up front: this Superman is comic-accurate — just a different iteration. Because what we’re watching is basically this: every single choice from Snyder’s Superman has been reversed. Literally. Ultra-serious Superman? → Goofy, cool, nerdy Superman. Depressing color palette? → Every color known to man and more. Experienced Superman? → Closer to a first-timer. Invincible? → Not quite. Acts alone? → Relies on others. Saves everyone? → Can't save everyone. Beats everyone? → Can't beat everyone. And the list goes on. This new universe is its own thing. It’s young, unpolished, but promising. Some might get triggered by how Superman is portrayed but he's not a paragon of virtue after one day on the job. It’s a process. He is, as he says — “sometimes a dick,” but with a golden heart. A man who still doesn’t fully understand how the world works, but tries to save it anyway. And he faces his nemesis, something that should’ve been done and shown years ago in any comic movie. Lex Luthor is not going anywhere. Honestly, I'd watch this movie just for him if I were a hater. Because at his core, he hates Superman and his own inability to end him. And what a refreshing villain we got. Charismatic, calculating, brilliant — and not just evil for the sake of it. He’s smart enough to beat Superman more than once. Smart enough to create something that could have destroyed reality itself. I can’t wait to see more of him. As for the movie itself? Technically… it’s pretty mid. Some camera work ideas fall flat. The action is fun but rarely mind-blowing. Props to the Mister Terrific fight scene done in a sequence-shot, that was goated. Speaking of him, the B-Team in the movie is solid and fun. Green Lantern is finally done right, and Hawkgirl is killing it. As for Mister Terrific — he lives up to his name, almost stealing Superman’s spotlight. Which is, in itself, one of the movie’s issues. I don’t mind showing another side of the character, another angle. But this version is constantly being deconstructed, almost humiliated even in small moments and it feels weird. The score wasn’t that moving either. Props to the original theme though it still works like a charm. One of the key story elements, showcasing Luthor’s megalomania, is the seizure of a piece of land to claim it as his own. Everyone sees it as a critique of Israel and while that’s not inaccurate, there's a lot more to it. Yes, the displaced people are clearly representing Palestinians. But the oppressor ? That's different. Gunn is clearly aiming at both of today’s major geopolitical conflicts. Two birds, one stone. On one side: Russia invading just because it can — which is shown through language, uniforms, architecture, etc. On the other: a defenseless people crushed by a way more equipped enemy. You could even push it further: Lex Luthor funding the invasion with weapons sold for cheap mirrors the way the U.S. armed Israel. Anyway, the action’s dope, the movie is cool — not insane, but it does the job. I genuinely hope Superman will grow and drop the constant humiliation arc. I’m fine with a corny nerd Superman — but this man cannot be close to a loser.
Gentileza é punk
O quanto eu tava com saudades de filmes de super heróis que são mais heróis do que super. Não vou falar do filme como um todo, mas sim sobre um ponto especifico que foi provavelmente o que mais gostei nesse filme; a humanidade do Kalel. Sempre foi obvio pra mim que mesmo sendo um alienígena o Superman é um herói extremamente humano, adaptações que colocam o personagem como um espécie de jesus, ou que tiram completamente toda a bondade dele nunca fizeram sentido porque ele é pra ser um personagem relacionável. Alguém que comete erros e as vezes não sabe o que fazer, mas tenta ser o melhor possível. Pra mim o Superman é um símbolo de esperança porque ele monstra que ta tudo bem errar. Ate porque todos nos erramos, ate o Superman.
