It is rather self destruction

Rating: 5/10 (5 April 2016)

Zack Snyder's Superman interpretation "Man of Steel" had a big promise in the trailers, but as a movie, it is a pretty soulless, CGI based and shallow adaptation. The odd first part seems pretty familiar for us: a CGI feast planet in a bad way like any other science fiction movie. The atmosphere really doesn't fit the soul of Superman and with all those dragons and spaceships, it doesn't feel like Superman. I liked Jor El, not because I liked the character, it was because I love Russell Crowe! Otherwise, the character was not believable or captivating. Henry Cavill is perfect as Superman and Clark Kent both. Probably, even Christopher Reeve must be happy in his grave. It is just an example of perfect cast choice in the history of filmmaking. A pretty realistic and little depressing version of the character. Kevin Costner plays his part very well, he was cool, so does Diane Lane, but an attitude of the character in the middle of the movie is pure nonsense and it seems like an unreasonable plot device. As for Lois Lane and Amy Adams, I just want to point out that Lois Lane character shouldn't be a strong or dominant woman like this or boring like Kate Bosworth's interpretation in "Superman Returns". She should be like Margot Kidder. Michael Shannon is no disappointment as an intimidating villain also with his powerful acting. CGI in this movie ruins your experience like "I am Legend" did. I have no idea what kind of technology they used in the film, but it looks cheesy and superficial. Some fights remind me Thor's fight in the town in a bad way. The villain's cliché evil plans for the world and humanity is a CGI victory, but who cares? The final battle which ends ridiculously is like an endless destruction that leaves you dazed. The movie has some great visuals, on the other hand very cheesy and superficial visual effects, but this is not a sophisticated, dark or fascinating film like "Watchmen". The action was solid, but not brilliant or stunning. It is true that Zack Snyder is a good visual myth teller or a magical technician, but what is missing in his movies is little heart and excitement.