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Superman (1978)
Unable to convince the ruling council of Krypton that their world will destroy itself soon, scientist Jor-El takes drastic measures to preserve the Kryptonian race: He sends his infant son Kal-El to Earth. There, gaining great powers under Earth's yellow sun, he will become a champion of truth and justice. Raised by the Kents, an elderly farm couple, Clark Kent learns that his abilities must be used for good. The adult Clark travels to Metropolis, where he becomes a mild-mannered reporter for the Daily Planet...and a caped wonder whose amazing feats stun the city: Superman! Meanwhile, Lex Luthor, the world's greatest criminal mind, is plotting the greatest real estate swindle of all time. Can't even the Man of Steel stop this nefarious scheme? (read more)
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Superman Movie Review by AJ  (6/28/2006) |
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Ah, they just don't make 'em like this anymore, do they? An old school epic of the grandest variety, Richard Donner's 1978 take on Superman is still the definitive version: Who doesn't immediately summon thoughts of John Williams' rousing, breathtaking score when the Man of Steel pops into their heads? The late, great...
(complete Superman review by AJ)
| Superman Movie Review by Justin (2/26/2006) |
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Twenty-five some odd years later, this bright, bold superhero movie is still the classic (and maybe the best). The movie's characteristic mark is its straightforwardness, powerfully suggested due to the smart, angular script. The deft performances make it all the more lively too, especially Margot Kidder as a spunky Lois...
(complete Superman review by Justin)
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