The film presents a lackluster reboot of Superman, failing to connect with its audience. Despite hopes that James Gunn would revitalize the character, the script introduces a convoluted backstory full of unnecessary intertitles. Superman, portrayed by David Corenswet, is burdened with unclear motivations. Audiences needed a return to the essence of traditional superhero narratives, focusing on simplicity and heart. The film struggles to evoke the wonder of prior portrayals, relying instead on tired themes, resulting in a soulless experience devoid of excitement and energy.
A film fatally unconvinced of the reason for its own existence. Writer-director James Gunn faced the challenge of rejuvenating Superman after previous failures and muddled narratives.
If it was to be a reboot then really we needed to get back to basics, and be reminded why we liked superheroes in the first place.
This new Superman is encumbered by a pointless and cluttered new backstory, explained with wearisome intertitles before anything happens.
Only the repeated and laborious quotation of the great John Williams theme from the 1978 original reminds you of happier times.
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