To See Or Not To See: Superman Returns
Get a big tub of popcorn for a big, big movie
Jan Stetter
QCFMag.com
If ever we needed a hero, if ever we needed someone to believe in, if ever we needed a reason to go to a movie, with lots of special effects and cheers for justice, truth and the pursuit of entertainment; here’s a movie that delivers.
After a six-year absence from The Daily Planet and the world, Superman returns to his beloved childhood roots and his job. Brandon Routh is the new, credible Clark Kent. His resemblance to the most famous of Supermen, Christopher Reeves, is remarkable. But don’t be fooled. Routh is his own man and plays his part well. As hoped, he is charmingly nerdy as Clark Kent and brazenly virile as Superman.
To Superman enthusiasts, the inclusion of Marlon Brando as Jor-el will impress. The use of archive film footage looks like a natural appendage to the contemporary piece that it inhabits. Familiar elements of the Clark Kent story will delight; the farm homestead, his adolescent discovery of his superhero powers, his ongoing fascination with Lois Lane, played by Kate Bosworth and his duty to defeat Lex Luther, a deliciously villainous Kevin Spacey, at all costs.
But the biggest treats are the special effects used in creating this catastrophic story. Currently this movie is being played at several movie theatres and also, in a in 3-D format.
Go see it at IMAX if you are a movie goer that enjoys spectacular, stunning, magnificent visual effects. Coupled that with a brilliant, patriotic rendition of John Williams original score from Superman: the Movie and accompanying music by John Ottman and you will be simultaneously thrilled and inspired.
Three new characters add to the storyline and update the contemporary 21st century story about a certain female reporter who “…Once Spent the Night With Superman,” as the headline reads. James Mardsen plays a capable love interest of Lois Lane’s, and Parker Posey as Lex Luther’s brunette, comic book styled girlfriend Kitty Kowalski, gives any stereotype of dumb blondes a run for their money.
Excluded is the mention of the youngest star added to the cast as you’ll have to see Superman Returns for the unraveling of that new twist in this film.
The only criticism is the length of the movie at 154 minutes; a bit too long. So if you go--get an extra large popcorn and drink. Be prepared to sit tight and enjoy Superman Returns!
Having trouble making decisions about whether a movie is worth it? "To See or Not To See" reviews movies each week on Monday. Contact jans@queencityforum.com
Jan Stetter
QCFMag.com
If ever we needed a hero, if ever we needed someone to believe in, if ever we needed a reason to go to a movie, with lots of special effects and cheers for justice, truth and the pursuit of entertainment; here’s a movie that delivers.
After a six-year absence from The Daily Planet and the world, Superman returns to his beloved childhood roots and his job. Brandon Routh is the new, credible Clark Kent. His resemblance to the most famous of Supermen, Christopher Reeves, is remarkable. But don’t be fooled. Routh is his own man and plays his part well. As hoped, he is charmingly nerdy as Clark Kent and brazenly virile as Superman.
To Superman enthusiasts, the inclusion of Marlon Brando as Jor-el will impress. The use of archive film footage looks like a natural appendage to the contemporary piece that it inhabits. Familiar elements of the Clark Kent story will delight; the farm homestead, his adolescent discovery of his superhero powers, his ongoing fascination with Lois Lane, played by Kate Bosworth and his duty to defeat Lex Luther, a deliciously villainous Kevin Spacey, at all costs.
But the biggest treats are the special effects used in creating this catastrophic story. Currently this movie is being played at several movie theatres and also, in a in 3-D format.
Go see it at IMAX if you are a movie goer that enjoys spectacular, stunning, magnificent visual effects. Coupled that with a brilliant, patriotic rendition of John Williams original score from Superman: the Movie and accompanying music by John Ottman and you will be simultaneously thrilled and inspired.
Three new characters add to the storyline and update the contemporary 21st century story about a certain female reporter who “…Once Spent the Night With Superman,” as the headline reads. James Mardsen plays a capable love interest of Lois Lane’s, and Parker Posey as Lex Luther’s brunette, comic book styled girlfriend Kitty Kowalski, gives any stereotype of dumb blondes a run for their money.
Excluded is the mention of the youngest star added to the cast as you’ll have to see Superman Returns for the unraveling of that new twist in this film.
The only criticism is the length of the movie at 154 minutes; a bit too long. So if you go--get an extra large popcorn and drink. Be prepared to sit tight and enjoy Superman Returns!
Having trouble making decisions about whether a movie is worth it? "To See or Not To See" reviews movies each week on Monday. Contact jans@queencityforum.com
posted by Queen City Forum Mag @ 9:11 PM
2 Comments:
At 5:08 AM ,
Anonymous said...
You're one of the first to praise it. I simply loved the movie and appreciated all of the effects.
Alas, I am not alone.
At 1:33 PM ,
dsmeyers said...
I agree the special effects were great. I thought the scene when he was trying to rescue the airliner was pretty killer.
The disappointing aspect of the movie was the writing. I thought it rehashed the storylines of the "Chritopher Reeves" series.
I can understand it if they're using this film to build a new franchise (assuming they keep the same actors in the same roles. It just wouldn't be convincing if they butchered it like Batman's Keaton/Kilmer/Clooney/Bale debacle).
This movie left me hoping that the sequel is better than the first one.
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