Superman
DC IS SO FUCKING BACK!!!!!!
I'm a comic nerd so I will be writing a proper review for this - Where to begin? The film doesn't follow the structure of your average film. It doesn't conform to the traditional Todorov narrative theory but instead puts us right in the middle of the story, not wasting any time on establishing the Equilibrium. At the same time, it also doesn't shy away from controversial decisions and embracing the true goofiness and beauty of pure hearted superheroes - especially in a time when anti-heroes and morally grey characters are being dragged out way too much.
The film is packed with allegories. Boravia and the other fictional country is clearly an allegory for ongoing conflicts in today's day and age. Lex Luthor profiting off said conflict is an allegory for corrupt billionaires in today's society. Superman and Lex Luthor's entire rivalry is metaphorical for artists vs AI. The change in Superman's origin (which I wont spoil) is actually a good decision and enforces the idea that we are a product of our environment, not a mirror reflection of our ancestors.
And the best part, Superman himself. David Cornswett fucking killed it. The motivational speech at the end; the naive optimism leading him to making mistakes; the kindness and the soul to the fact where he wants to save everyone, even down to a squirell. PERFECT! Every little detail just adds to make the film that much more better.
Cinematically was it a perfect film? No. Pacing weren't 100% on point, some edits were off, but it isn't enough of a negative to take away from my enjoyment of the film. Aside from all this, the characters, the cinematography, Lex fucking Luthor, the soundtrack, everything was perfect and it had everything it needed to revive DC.
5/5 no hesitation