MY FINAL Superman REVIEW!! - Was I WRONG about this Film?

Quick Overview

The reviewer ultimately rates Superman an 8 out of 10 after multiple viewings, finding that while initial criticisms like pacing and the depiction of Clark's parents were off-putting, repeat viewings revealed deeper thematic resonance and emotional impact, particularly in the portrayal of Clark's chosen goodness and his connection to his Kansas parents, making it a highly rewatchable and feel-good film.

Key Points: The reviewer's opinion of "Superman" evolved from an initial 6/10 to an 8/10 after multiple viewings, finding it to be a "crowd-pleaser" and "feel-good film" that is highly rewatchable. Key criticisms that softened upon rewatch include the film's pacing and the depiction of Clark Kent's parents, which the reviewer found ultimately served to strengthen Superman's character by emphasizing his chosen goodness. The reviewer found the emotional beats, particularly the scene with home videos of his Kansas parents, to be powerful and hit harder on repeat viewings, calling it "beautiful." The film is praised for portraying a more human, hopeful Superman who has flaws and tries to rise above them, serving as a symbol of hope. Despite strong domestic box office success, surpassing "Man of Steel" and "Batman v Superman" domestically, the film's weaker international performance is noted. The reviewer speculates that future DCU projects will include a "Superman family" film, potentially featuring Supergirl and Brainiac. Specific criticisms that remain include the cinematography not fully reflecting the budget, some character conveniences like Eve, and the ownership of Krypto being with Supergirl rather than Superman.

Context: This video is a review of the film "Superman" (presumably the upcoming 2025 film or a recent release within the new DCU). The reviewer discusses their evolving opinion of the film after multiple viewings, comparing it to other films and analyzing its strengths and weaknesses. The context includes the film's release on VOD, its performance in the US versus internationally, and speculation about future installments in James Gunn's DC Universe.