The Return of The Man of Steel!

Rating: 9/10 (14 June 2013)

Based on the legendary DC Comics character Superman, 'Man of Steel' marks a worthy Return of The Man of Steel! There have been Superman movies before, and the ones with Christopher Reeve playing the Superhero, were simply amazing, but 'Man of Steel' proves to be the finest Superman movie to date.
Director Zack Snyder, Producer Christopher Nolan & Writer David S. Goyer, deliver an action-packed summer blockbuster, that entertains & thrills.
'Man of Steel' Synopsis: A young itinerant worker is forced to confront his secret extraterrestrial heritage when Earth is invaded by members of his race.
'Man of Steel' has an engaging first-hour, the struggle of its heroic protagonist is indeed grasping. But, its the second-hour that takes the film to dizzy heights. Non-Stop Action & Explosions left me awe-struck. The action depicted in the film is jaw-dropping & marvelously executed. The film has some astounding special effects, that only elevate those sequences.
The Story by Nolan & The Screenplay by David S. Goyer, give Superman a new world altogether. His journey from Clark Kent to Superman is different this time, but luckily, the new vision to his legend, is satisfactory. Zack Snyder's Direction is stupendous. He has handled the dramatic, as well as the action-sequences, with dexterity. To envision such a film & then making it so good, is a rare achievement. Cinematography, Editing, Art & Costume Design, are excellent. Score by Hans Zimmer, as expected, is top-class.
Performance-Wise: Henry Cavill as Clark Kent / Superman / Kal-El, is credible. He has the charm & the appearance of the superhero. Amy Adams as Lois Lane, is first-rate. Michael Shannon as General Zod, is, as always, mind-blowing. Kevin Costner & Diane Lane as Jonathan & Martha Kent, are wonderful. Russell Crowe as Jor-El, is a bad-ass! Ayelet Zurer as Lara Lor-Van, is passable. Antje Traue as Faora, is damn good. Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, leaves a mark.
On the whole, 'Man of Steel' is full of merits! Strongly Recommended!