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Man of Steel Review
PostedJune 20, 2013
Dialogue
4
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5
Special Effects
5
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5
Art Direction
4
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5
Acting
4
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5
Story
5
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5
Camerawork
5
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5
My most anticipated movie of the summer did not disappoint. “Man of Steel” packs a strong punch. I look forward to seeing it a second time. My first viewing was in IMAX 3D and I have to say that I do not think 3D really contributed much to this film. To my knowledge this movie was post-converted into 3D. I was able to track things on screen but there is a lot of fast paced action where your eyes may not be able to keep up. I saw it again in 2D and the film was much more enjoyable. The sound and the visuals themselves were quite good though so I do recommend seeing it in a theater with quality surround sound and/or digital projection.
There is a lengthy but exciting prologue to start things off. Afterwards the film does settle down a bit showing Clark as a boy, teenager, and as a man in various situations as he struggles to figure out his place in the world. The second act did drag a little bit but that may have been due to how tired I was when I saw the movie. When I saw the movie the second time in 2D I did not notice this. By the third act once things get going they keep going.
Henry Cavill had a firm grasp on the character and with the help of a strong supporting cast the acting in the film is quite good. Secondary characters do suffer a little in the development area since most of the focus is on Cavill. In many regards the supporting cast is mostly filling archetype roles but there are instances where each one does bring a little more to their roles. Particularly good in a supporting role was Antje Traue who played General Zod’s Lieutenant, Faora. Amy Adams was a vast improvement in the role of Lois Lane over many previous incarnations and I really believed her in the role. I also appreciated Michael Shannon in the role of Zod and thought he did a great job. His whole arc in the film was handled well and he is the second most developed character in the movie.
Hollywood seems to feel that everything needs to be dark and gritty these days so there is that influence in the film. That there are consequences to what is happening is where this paid off for me. It was clear that people were sacrificing their lives and collateral damage was significant. Superman himself seems to struggle both mentally and physically. The actions that he takes and the decisions that he makes are not always easy. The core of the character is there though; that which has always drawn me to him. That he will always do the right thing even if it is a hard choice. That he will never give up even when he faces something stronger than himself.
Easily in my top two films of the summer so far only “Star Trek Into Darkness” ranks higher. This is likely because Star Trek did offer more humor and character development with steady action. “Man of Steel” by comparison was almost devoid of lighter moments.
Pros great story, great actors, great comic book action, great music score
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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