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While I owned the 2-disc special edition DVD to this movie, I always wondered what the blu-ray had that the DVD didn't have? So when I put in the first blu-ray disc, I found out that it was the 2-disc special edition DVD combined. I didn't know what to expect when I put in the second blu-ray disc until I found out that it was the movie with additional behind-the-scenes within the movie. The third disc was just the DVD, which I kept even though it was a bit scratched when the item arrived because there was a security tag within the case. But I tried to 'buff' it out as best as I could though. Anyway, when it came to the movie, there were several good moments that almost made it into a blockbuster. The movie, and the franchise that spawned from it, could (if not should) have been made a lot better from the very beginning. If only I could find more 'input' about how the movie as well as the franchise should have been made better?Read full review
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Planet Krypton is doomed and Superman's parents must save him by sending him to Earth where a previous scout ship from planet Krypton had gathered data. There's no need to tell the story from there but it's acted well with Henry Cavill. He makes a good superman. This is an original story with very few changes made.
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Great movie. This turns out to be the best reinvention of Superman ever and I dare say most intelligent one. A must have for anyone collecting the Justice League franchise.
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I am very glad I made this purchase. I had seen Man of Steel once before and had mixed feelings. With a second viewing, many of the "holes" I thought I had observed upon my first viewing were actually addressed, so I can honestly say that the second viewing was much more rewarding. The movie definitely deserved a sequel, but I guess that will never happen (sadly).
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The "Man of Steel" movie is both action and plot heavy, dealing with complex spiritual issues as well as what it means to be human. On the other hand, the action is heavy-handed, with punches, bullets, and other weaponry being thrown at people on a regular basis. This combination of depth and intensity creates a powerful movie, both visually as well as in theme. The performance of the story was breathtaking. As expected, the visuals were stunning; the special effects were phenomenally crisp and the scope of the camera was often wide, presenting the scenery itself as a spectacle. The acting was exceptional as well. Shannon's Zod was angry, driven, and resourceful, everything a good soldier is meant to be. His lines were powerful and his intentions and thoughts were practically visible on his face as he acted. Cavill's Superman also performed exceptionally. Each line was delivered with honesty to the character. His part was not really dialogue heavy, but his role was emotionally demanding, requiring sadness, fury, remorse, and empathy at various points in the movie. His character is vulnerable and emotional, unsure of himself, which Cavill communicated well. Adams as Lois Lane was an interesting choice, and her role is not given as much screen time for development, but she did do a good job playing a driven reporter, dedicated to her work, even if it means bending the rules. It will be interesting to see where her character is taken in the next movie (which is confirmed as a Batman/Superman movie according to news from Comic Con). The standout performances are definitely the two fathers, Costner and Crowe. The fathers, without giving anything away, are given numerous occasions where emotional scenes are required of them. Their sequences were powerful and convincing. The story itself was the highlight for me. The story fearlessly stepped into religion, humanness, choice, evolution, and power, stepping out unscathed. There will be many who disagree with the movie's presentation of the ideas, even I would disagree in places, but, by dealing with them, they gave the movie depth. Also, besides philosophical depth, the movie's plot was gripping from the beginning and, overall, solid. The movie revealed just enough of the plot to keep you informed and then continued, using flashbacks to catch you up as necessary. The plot had no real twists, but the plot was not necessarily predictable (I have not read the comics, but the comics could deal with the story. So, comic book fans could be familiar with the plot; I am not sure). The story was compelling, emotional, and relatable. This movie ranks, in my opinion, as the best so far this year. The acting, story, and music were all great.Read full review
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