Man of Steel by Zack Snyder

Rating: 8/10 (26 December 2019)

Superman is one of the most popular and one of the most important superheroes of all time, for being a character who brings hope to the people, when they are in the danger. He would then receive during his journey some praise as well as some criticism, for what he is capable with his extraordinary powers. But the only way he has to hide his identity, when he is not Superman or also called with the Kryptonian name Kal-El, he has to wear the mask with the human name Clark Kent. After Christopher Nolan and David S. Goyer have been discussing the possibility of making an origin story, about the character Superman, they start to develop the story as a fresh reboot. Once the screenplay has been completed, there were discussions about who would be the filmmaker to direct the movie, until the visionary filmmaker Zack Snyder has been chosen to direct the story. In 2013 came out Man of Steel by Zack Snyder, with Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Michael Shannon, Kevin Costner, Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburne and Russell Crowe. The movie's plot: The Kryptonian Kal-El (Henry Cavill), or also called with the human name Clark Kent, has been brought in the Starcraft to planet Earth, from the destruction of the planet Krypton. Kal-El is facing a long journey through the years, to understand who he is and what is his purpose. To then accomplish whatever it would take to bring hope around the world, as he has to face the cruel General Zod (Michael Shannon) and become the superhero known as Superman. The movie from the beginning to the end would surprise the audience, as the screenplay has been elaborated to let the audience feel the doubts of the main character. Until he would find answers which he has been looking for, by then take actions to accomplish wonders. In the same way the movie shows, how the main character is the son of the two worlds, or Krypton and Earth, as he would try to bring hope without let Earth commit the same mistakes of Krypton. The lightings and the camera have been elaborated to let the audience feel the emotions of the story, in every single camera movements as well as in every single angle shots. The movie is filled with symbolisms, which make references of the Jesus Christ's story and the Moses' story, by making the movie impactful and unforgettable. Henry Cavill was excellent as Kal-El/Clark Kent, who once has learnt enough about himself, he would do anything to not let anybody be in danger, no matter how much the sacrifice is going to demand in his battle. Amy Adams did a well done performance as Lois Lane, a brave journalist who once understands about who Clark Kent is, she would support and believe in him. Michael Shannon was extraordinary as General Zod, a cruel and violent general who takes actions, to only follow his purpose which is to bring Krypton back again. Neither General Zod's sub commander Faora (Antje Traue), is going to be merciful with anybody to follow her mission. Kevin Costner did a well done performance as Jonathan Kent, the foster father of Clark Kent who is often seen in the flashbacks, as he tells his son to be careful by using his powers or the people around him would see Clarke as a monster rather than a hero. Diane Lane was excellent as Martha Kent, the foster mother of Clark Kent who would also teach Clark Kent to believe with what he has to do. Laurence Fishburne did a well done performance as Perry White, the chief editor of the newspaper Daily Planet and boss of Lois Lane. Even Perry White does not want Lois Lane to be in trouble, he understands her decisions are the right one to take. Finally Russell Crowe was excellent as Jor-El, the biological father of Kal-El who believes in what his son can accomplish with his will. Jor-El would be the one, who gives important answers about Kal-El's purpose. The score by Hans Zimmer was elaborated with specific instruments by creating rhythm and atmospheres, to be compatible in the most epic scene as well as in the most emotional scenes. As in every musical notes describe also the emotions of each characters, to be unforgettable without ruining the rhythm of the score. Man of Steel is one of the greatest superhero movies, as well as one of the best Zack Snyder's movies.