Dimishing returns

Rating: 4/10 (4 July 2013)

I am a huge fan of the Dark Knight and Iron Man movies. And I liked Snyder's work in 300 and The Watchmen. So I thought this could be a welcome addition to the superhero genre. My mistake. What is wrong with this movie? Well, first of all, Henry Cavill can't act his way out of a matchbox. You know something is wrong when the most convincing line your lead actor can utter is "UAAAAARRRRGGGHHH". Second, what could have been an epic and awesome battle scene gradually loses its impact after the 25th building collapses. Then it's just repetitive and annoying. Third, the "big" lines ("KRYPTON HAD ITS CHANCE!!!") sound contrived as hell. Fourth, the end is so anti-climactic. A broken neck?? REALLY?????
Positives? Well, the special effects are nonetheless good. And I could fall in love with Feora.