Man Of Steel (2013)

I have to say, I was never a big fan of Superman and I really can't say why... Maybe, it's because he's too perfect, or maybe it's because he's not human. Strong, good-looking, with all superpowers one can think of. Besides, all previous movies, weren't really that great. And I don't want to disappoint all comic fans, but Man Of Steel isn't either. I personally found it very dull and flat. While watching it, plenty of times I actually felt like 'Not Again' or 'Can I leave now?' There's just not much happening in it.

Ok, but some facts first. The plot, in a very short version goes like this: Good, in this case it's Superman portrayed by Henry Cavil, with some help from Amy Adams as Lois Lane, fights Evil, in this case Michael Shannon, starred as General Zod, who in a nutshell, wants to destroy humanity. Did not expect that, did you? Movie was directed by Zack Snyder, mainly known for his box office hit 300.

I admit, I was a bit harsh and there is a few things I did like about the new Superman. First of all, the title. It's just different, but it's something recent DC Comics film adaptations have in common (e.g. The Dark Knight). 

Second thing, the bad character General Zod, who even though appears to be, is not a regular badass, whose only desire is to kill everyone and destroy everything. I actually sympathised with him a bit. He is what he is, he fights for what he believes in and what in his opinion is a greater good. A greater good of his own kind. Just because in a process of achieving that, he needs to destroy humanity is entirely different subject. In the end of the day, it's not his fault that his archrival Superman was sent to Earth but anywhere else.

Another thing I liked, is a bunch of good oldtimers in some minor roles, including: Kevin Cosnter, Lawrenece Fishburne and one and only Russell Crowe.

But what, or who I should say, I loved the most about this movie, is Amy Adams, who's just adorable. She is second to none best superhero's girl. Well, maybe second to Emma Stone but thats debatable ;)

So, if you've got nothing better to do in your spare time.... then maybe go for a walk. It's a real shame that man who was the mastermind behind some great movies, like previously mentioned Batman franchise or one of a kind Inception, was unable to turn Man of Steel into half decent film. Or maybe Christopher Nolan, who I speak of, can't influence movie from Producer seat s much as he had from behind the camera. Or, as I hinted before, Superman story just isn't good enough.

Oh, and one last thing. I really believe that superhero movie should have a sequel spoiler at the end, so if you, unlike me, don't tend to read credits, just leave when movie ends...or before it stars.