My Favorite Superhero!

Rating: 9/10 (29 October 2015)

It took me a while to sit down and write something about the long-awaited "Man of Steel", but I was too busy going through several sessions because I just can't stop watching it. I understand that critics are divided and there's nothing I can do about it. We cannot please everyone, and that is a fact. That being said, here it goes: I loved "Man of Steel". And if that statement isn't enough, I must confess I have seen it seven times. Every single session is an exciting moment for me and while some may call me exaggerated, I can only say I am totally addicted to this film.
I have never been a fan of comics, something that usually grows on you once you start it. But I did fall in love with Superman when I saw Christopher Reeve flying over Metropolis and saving the world. I can't remember how many times I sat through those movies to see Reeve and dream of a dignified man whose only purpose in life was to save the less fortunate from danger. And since then Reeve has stood as the most perfect man of steel in history. He was the man who could fly.
When Bryan Singer brought us the man of steel back in 2006 I was glad to watch my favorite superhero take flight once again, even though the memories I had from the 1978 version were still fresh. But that didn't stop me from enjoying the new movie that took a different turn and managed to keep me entertained. I know the story was a bit out of tune, especially after watching Donner's version of the second installment. But I still could smile and dream once again of Superman.
Zack Snyder's visionary version blew me away many times, turning me into an addict. How can we not love Henry Cavill in the suit? He is talented, sweet and humble like Superman should always be. "Man of Steel" is the best movie ever. I love everything about it, regardless of what they say. Yes, it is quite destructive to some and even controversial to others. The bottom line is that Superman returned to stay. It's a new vision from beginning till the end, where Snyder doesn't bother repeating ideas because he's too good for that. He is not afraid of pushing the envelope and being original to the point of giving us the impression that Superman is like a Phoenix, reborn to something better and promising.
Hans Zimmer's amazing score is a pleasure to my ears. Yes, I love John Williams' work, so much so that I do own his original album, as well as John Ottman's work on "Superman Returns". But Zimmer took a chance, just like Snyder. He created something completely new and as much as being able to give wings to a new theme and sound, Zimmer's score is addictive. I listen to it every single day, nonstop. Call me crazy, I don't care, it is here: a masterpiece for anyone who dares to dream and be different.
Seven times and counting, until I can get it on Blu-ray and enjoy it again and again in the privacy of my own living room. Thank you Snyder for such a colossal piece of work. I just love you!