As epic as Superman should be

Rating: 9/10 (7 July 2013)

After having seen this movie twice, once in 2D and once in 3D, I can simply say that this movie is excellent in its presentation of Superman and the world he lives in.
The sheer epicness of this movie is in perfect alignment with the power that Superman possesses. Wide shots, big scenes and an explosive use of what CGI can offer render a movie that is suitable only for this specific hero and I commend Zack Snyder for having achieved exactly what this superhero needed. Never could I have imagined how Superman's capabilities would be put into context, yet here it is.
I'm not saying that this movie is without fault though. As big as it is, it is the details that are not so super every once and again. Story- wise, there are some aspects that may seem illogical to the uninitiated and yes, some of the lines are corny. Where I could easily forgive these mistakes I can imagine that others are having a bit of a tougher time doing so.
The structure of the movie allows for the main story and Clark Kent/Superman's origin to be told at the same time. I thought this worked very well: alternating between scenes detailing his past and scenes showing the here-and-now happenings makes sure we get to see why he makes the choices that he makes. That he does some things in his past (e.g. the truck-destroying scene) that are not Superman-like is easily explained by seeing how he finds out what man he decides to become later on in his life. I mean come on, not even Superman can be exempt from exacting petty revenge like that.
This isn't a perfect movie, yet as far as superheroes go it manages to get it right as far as I'm concerned. If you like superhero movies, this will be a fresh take on what they can look like.