Detective Comics Rebirth vol 1: The Age of Heroes

Rating: 8/10 (22 November 2017)

I had just had the pleasure to see Justice League at the BFI IMAX THEATRE, I accidentally bought a ticket for a 3D screening. This was the first I have ever seen a feature film in this medium, I have always avoided it like the plague. I found the experience extremely jarring, and it kept knocking me out of movie. I will definitely view this one again in 2D, the way nature intended. Now I know all the stories, all the re-shoots. The rewrites, the CGI problems, the Snyder lynch mob, rotten tomatoes, Marvel bias and mustachio Cavill. And you know what I really don't care! That's not why I watch these films. I do it because I love the characters, I have read them since I was young. And this film is really good, it's not terrible as some people are saying. Is this a cinematic masterpiece? NO! Is it trying to be? NO! Is this a boring film? NO! Is Zack Snyder a hack? Certainly NOT! Is Zack Snyder going receive a honorary Knighthood for his contributions to the arts? NO! Does he want a knighthood? I don't know, maybe! But do you understand my point I'm trying to make, this is just fun, positive movie about people with people with super powers. It doesn't deserve anyone's hate or anger, it's a just a comic book movie.
Now to my actual review.
The plot is simplistic which is a good thing, this is a character driven story. And that's what truly shines, the characters. Each have a moment in sun, each of them achieve something wonderful. Not one character is forgettable or dull, each have there own arc. Some are shorter than others but when you have team of people this always happens, it's a acceptable flaw.
The editing is okay, everything is coherent. This movie moves fast, it jumps all over the place. It reminds me a lot of the rebooted Star Trek which did a similar thing. Again a team oriented movie, and it's not a problem as it's very easy to follow.
The action is good, standard blockbuster fighting. The team assemble pretty quickly, going into there first battle. The Flash has a great moment which is so beautiful, true Snyder slow-mo at its best. Something that should be enjoyed on the big screen. Also in true Snyder form there are shots ripped straight off the page, with the some more great moments given to batman.
The score is not really memorable, only the original Tim Burton Batman theme sticks out. The beautiful Han Zimmer scores for Wonder Women and Superman are present, but used sparingly.
The CGI is okay, I didn't really notice to many problems. Superman's face is a little bit of a issue but it's understandable, your generating a image over someone's face.
The villain is also okay, he really serves as a "Mcguffin" that forces the team to form.
The run time actually helps keep you entertained, as the story just flies through. I'm sure we will see the true Snyder cut one day.
Now the stand out character for me is Superman, he so good that I felt like I was 5 watching him. He encapsulates the character perfectly, like for a better word HENRY CAVILL IS SUPERMAN! He steals every scene he is in, especially when he first returns and he demonstrates his true power! Also the final shot with them all together is wonderful, the original comic book team on the silver screen for the first time. I'm ready for the next chapter, I'm a believer.
I hope you enjoyed my review, I contemplated my thoughts over a couple days. If you disagree with me it's okay, remember this is just my opinion. I am a single person voicing my thoughts, am I wrong? Am I right? It doesn't matter as art is subjective, which means formulating you're own opinion is the key!
But I will say one final thing, I can go to my local supermarket and buy: Captain America Civil War, The Avengers, BvS, The Dark Knight, Apocalypse Now, The God Father part 2 and Transformers for a 5 note. In the end this stuff doesn't really matter in the grand scheme of things, so just enjoy it as it all ends up in the bargain bin.