The film we needed and the one Superman deserved. (spoilers?)

Rating: Null/10 (15 June 2013)

I have been looking forward to seeing this movie since I saw the first trailer and I have to say that this is quite possibly one of the best superhero movies I have ever seen. The story, the acting and action are all on point. What Zach Snyder and David S Goyer brought to the screen felt like something more than a Superman movie. It felt like a film about the human experience that just happened to be about Superman. You feel for these characters especially Clarks parents (both sets) and perhaps that is what I enjoyed most, Clarks upbringing and the conversations between him and his two fathers. The burden of not knowing who you are, which is something that we knew Clark dealt with but never has it been portrayed in such a honest fashion. I can go on and on about the how great the story was presented but you get the idea.
Henry Cavil is Superman. He owns this role and plays it with honesty and truth. This is not Christopher Reeves or Brandon Rouths version of the man of steel. You won't find that quirky do-gooder attitude with this Kal-El. This is a Clark that has emotional weight as well as a "serious" charm to him and honestly you just want him to find his way. Props to Cavil, Snyder, Nolan and Goyer for really letting you see the best of both worlds within Clark as a man. Amy Adams plays a great Lois Lane. Before hand I felt Lois could be replaced by any actress but seeing Amy play the iconic reporter was a delight. The best thing about this Lois is that she is no damsel in distress who just sits there and waits to be saved. Kevin Costner and Diane Lane are great as the Kents. The chemistry between them as a family is there and believable. Pa Kent constantly reminding Clark to choose the man he wants to be mixed in with Ma Kent's overprotective motherly love is done very well. Russell Crowe kills it as Jor-El and I was pleasantly surprised by how much he was in the movie. Reminded me why I like him so much as a actor. The way he was able to show so much strength and yet so much compassion added a great touch to the film. Michael Shannon as General Zod was a brilliant move. This guy is amazing in everything he's in. Zod is a general not just some crazy villain bent on destroying the world. He believes he is just in his actions and has somewhat noble intentions but goes about it the wrong wayÂ…or does he depending on you see it. Nevertheless Michael plays Zod with sincerity and intensity he's menacing but you still the heart in the character. Lawrence Fishburne as Perry White works great and the other actors also did well.
The effects and action scenes were top of line AWESOME! Truthfully some of the best effects I've seen to date. What adds to the effects is that Zach Snyder did not shoot this film with a new digital camera but with a old school traditional one instead. This gave the film a grainy gritty type feeling which worked out great. When you saw Superman fly or just pure mayhem be released upon the city it gave it a realistic feeling that did not take you out of the film. Speaking of flying they captured that beautifully. That part was honestly one of my favorite parts. The 2nd half of the movie is where the effects really shine. I mean the only thing I could do is smile. It delivers a full on edge of your seat experience all the way down to the last climatic battle and has some of the best cinematography I've ever seen which is what I expect from Snyder. All in all this is why I go to the movies. This is the film Superman deserves. 10/10