'Superman's Secret Villain Is A Homage To A Wild '90s Storyline
Briefly

Ultraman is introduced in Superman as a clone created by Lex Luthor, rather than the traditional villain from Earth-Three. Instead of depicting the character as an evil counterpart, the film presents him as a mindless clone similar to Bizarro. Ultraman’s black and silver suit draws inspiration from Superman's 'Recovery Suit' seen in the 1993 Reign of the Supermen storyline. This connection is further embedded in the narrative's themes of cloning and transformation, reflecting significant comic book lore that adds depth to Ultraman's character in the film.
Ultraman is a clone of Superman created by Lex Luthor, differentiating him from the evil counterpart traditionally found in Earth-Three. This twist connects to the 1993 'Reign of the Supermen' storyline, utilizing familiar themes from that era.
In the new film, Ultraman's black and silver suit echoes the imagery of Superman's 'Recovery Suit' from the 1993 storyline, particularly reflecting the themes of resurrection and identity inherent in that narrative.
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