Superman Returns - 2 Disc [DVD] [2006]
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Suitable for 12 years and over Warner Home Video Release date: Monday 4th of December 2006 Starring: Director(s): Format: Box set, PAL, Special Edition, Region code: 2 Running time: 148 minutes Language: English (Original Language) |
But that's very much a good thing. Whilst it doesn't quite, and nor did it need to, perform the major surgery that Batman Begins had to undertake on the Dark Knight's adventures, Singer nonetheless leaves distance between his film and some of its predecessors (although there are respectful tips of the hat to the first two films, not least the nostalgia-inducing credits sequence). The plot finds Superman returning to Earth after several years away, to discover that the world has moved on in his absence. It's not as safe, Lex Luthor is out of prison, and Lois Lane now has a family. Which is the cue for a lot of soul searching, slower, tender moments and character development that divided some sections of the cinema audience. Yet, thanks to a stirring cast, led by newcomer Brandon Routh, the end product gels extremely well. Routh's performance is a fitting tribute to the late Christopher Reeve, while Kevin Spacey chews up anything he's allowed to as key villain Lex Luthor. Further, credible, support comes in the form of Parker Posey, James Marsden and Kate Bosworth. It'd be remiss to call Superman Returns a flawless film. After all, the running time could use fifteen minutes taking off, there's not enough Kevin Spacey and there are occasional moments when the pacing feels a little off. But it is a superb return to form for the classic superhero, with the modern day blockbuster ingredients of some meat to go with the action firmly in place. Further instalments, Mr Singer, will be more than welcome. --Simon Brew
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Editorial
Amazon.co.uk Review
It's fair to say that Superman Returns probably wasn't quite the blockbuster many were expecting. It concentrates its action on a handful of dazzling, audacious sequences, it spends time working with its characters, and it deliberately pays homage to the heritage of the source material. Knitted together by Bryan Singer, the man behind the camera for the first two X-Men features, it's some distance away from the last time the Man of Steel appeared on the big screen.
Far too long
Review date: 2009-04-30 Rating: 2 out of 10
I must admit that Superman has never been one of my favourite spandex-clad do-gooders but I do quite like the original Superman I & II films. This latest film is very disappointing. Brandon Routh does a reasonable Christopher Reeve impersonation but Kate Bosworth's Lois Lane is shockingly bad. The plot is incoherent and the film is far too long, spending inordinate amounts of time focusing on mawkish sentimentality. The effects are good (especially when Superman gets shot point-blank in the eyeball) but I'd rather have my brains scooped out by a blind monkey with a blunt spoon than watch this again.
Reviews
A new beginning...
Review date: 2009-01-20 Rating: 6 out of 10
Though there have been so many comic-to-film translations recently, the original late 'seventies Superman film has always remained the best. Could this new film in a well loved franchise compete?
The film begins with comforting familiarity; the way the credits fly across the screen, the re-working of the fantastic John Williams theme, and the crash landing to Earth of Clark Kent.
In fact - things seem eerily familiar! The uncanny likeness to Gene Hackman that Kevin Spacey gives to Lex Luthor is almost scary. He manages to get every mannerism to capture the character perfectly - whilst adding his own trademark dark edge. The film is perfectly cast with everyone faithfully expressing a near facsimile of the original cast, well, everyone but Lois Lane that is. When Clark Kent speaks, it could easily be Christopher Reeves on the screen - it really is quite astonishing.
As usual Lex Luthor is up to no good, and with his plan to create new land masses, I suppose you could say that there's terror forming (terraforming, geddit?!!). This gives us a chance to get some good action scenes into the film without dwelling on them too much. The film concentrates more on the relationship between Superman and Lois, and although Lois isn't the character I remember from the original films, she does start to become more plucky as the film progresses, and a twist in the plot leads us to believe that there's a bond between the two that can't be broken.
R U Reading this Dick Donner?
Review date: 2008-12-29 Rating: 2 out of 10
its 29dec and this film is on TV right now but instead i sit here and write this because i cannot watch such dross after going through my Reeve boxset last week again (plus donner cut)
let me start off by saying that im a big fan of comic book movies and the Donner superman films is are my opinion fantastic movies with great character magnetism which is shown by Kidder,Hackman and Reeve which this film lacks
Yes everone knows Routh was hired for looking like Reeve but you can never replace a classic
There is no passion about this movie as its flat its almost as if no one cared and knew it was going to be a dud but too late!
There are certain things that point to the earlier Superman movies but to use the same dialogue word for word in parts is truly shamefull
The thing that made the original films so good is the lack of CGI - yes you heard me LACK OF CGI, the Donners had great optical effects which worked and here it all just seems to be plastic even down to certain scenes Supe himself is obvious CGI
what a shame that the money men cant just leave a classic alone and move on !!!!
Is just like flying...
Review date: 2008-10-05 Rating: 10 out of 10
It's one way or the other.
The movie had a really good director but a not so common plot for a Superhero movie. Oh it has a few great action scenes and a bit of blood spilling yet it's not all about saving the world or chasing a villain and that what makes it different. It has a modern element when it comes to Superman's romantic involvement as Lois Lane stands up for once and rips that dazzling smile off his face. At the same time the subtext works its magic if you know where or what to spot (Just watch the first two Superman movies) during the film. It's a movie that it worths your time (and money) but be prepared to see a whole new side of what makes Superman a man.
After almost 20 years of absence take a chance and fly with him because Superman Returns, is just like flying: you either gonna love it or hate it.
Awfull
Review date: 2008-06-20 Rating: 2 out of 10
I was really looking forward to this........Oh how i was dispointed.
I can't even list the faults with this film but any true Superman fan will see this is poor.
Here is a few marked out of 10 (10 being the best)=
Casting = 2
Acting = 4
Story = 2
Would i like to see a sequel = (Minus)-10
Sorry but not for true fans.
Product Details/Specifications
Actor(s):
Frank Langella
Kate Bosworth
Parker Posey
Kevin Spacey
Brandon Routh
Creators:
Brandon Routh (Primary Contributor)
Kate Bosworth (Primary Contributor)
Director(s):
Recording label: Warner Home Video
Manufacturer: Warner Home Video
EAN: 7321900823371
Binding: DVD
Number of items: 2
Format: Box set, PAL, Special Edition,
Release date: 2006-12-04
Audience rating: Suitable for 12 years and over
Region code: 2
Running time: 148 minutes
Theatrical release date: 2006
Language: English (Original Language)
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