A Masterful and Modern Take on the Last Son of Krypton

Rating: 9/10 (6 July 2018)

Style over substance is what critics have said about Zach Snyder's storytelling. In Man of Steel, this simply isn't the case; through a powerful narrative, stunning visuals, intense and creative action, and a beautiful score, Zach Snyder renders a Superman film that asks the realistic questions of how humanity would react to an alien living on Earth while setting up a villain whose intentions are set in his loyalty to his people.
The film is not without plot holes and problems, but the critic hatred towards this film is absolutely unwarranted. Perhaps many of the people who dislike this movie simply cannot tolerate a unique take on Kal, one more grounded in reality than ever before.
Henry Cavill proves himself to be the perfect Superman, and Michael Shannon gives a certain vibe to General Zod that no other actor could bring. Together, the cast and crew of the film have brought us the greatest rendition of Superman on the big screen: one that will probably never be surpassed.