by Mmenyene-Abasi Ekwere
The problem with modern comic movies is that it borrows the flare off of comic books but leaves us to scramble for the soul. — it’s like being served beans without something for combination. Comic books have storytelling, internal struggles and character development, but when these books gets adapted to movies, it going for more visuals, loud actions and excessive CGI’s.
However, James Gun’s “Superman” begs to differ. In what seems to be a major reboot in the DCEU, he tries to create a bridge between the dark, gritty Snyder verse. He adapts the version of comic con that’s not weary to audience. Although it’s come under heavy fire, yes, it’s not the best there is out there. But it embodies humanity in a metahuman
Superman is supposed to be a symbol of hope and what ever “Man of Steel” portrayed, well…..that was a phase we enjoyed but an end has been put to it.
Jumping into the train of selection, the role players were like bridal trains, perfect in fitting wears for its bride (Superman). Nicolas Hoult as Lex Luthor embodied so much humanity in the role that I almost got convinced that he was fighting the good fight and Cornswet, he was perfect for the type of Superman James Gun had in mind. Also, the annoying dog, who refused to listen actually grew on me, at least there were times where the ears raised a bit to instructions. Rachel Brosnahan did well as Lois Lane. Thankfully, Jonathan Kent was allowed to live long enough to share that screen time bond with Clark. In addition, they did not waste time giving us Clark Kent’s backstory, assumption was enough to swing swiftly into action and allowed everything, shorts though, play at the end.
Nonetheless, it might not be the best superhero movie out there in the market, but if you want to enjoy yourself as this is a beginning of new installments, the man in the blue suit, might just be it for you.
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