A bright, heartfelt reboot that soars—with a few bumps along the way.
I went into Superman this weekend excited—and I walked out feeling satisfied and hopeful for this next chapter in the franchise. This film captures so much of what makes Superman iconic: hope, heart, and heroism.
One of the absolute standouts for me was Krypto. His presence brought a perfect dose of levity and comedy to the story without undercutting the emotional weight of key moments. Krypto’s character was spot on—a loyal, lighthearted companion who added depth to Superman’s world. The color palette of this film is also worth noting: vibrant and rich, it felt like a true tribute to our boy in blue. Visually, the film is gorgeous.
The pacing worked well too. The story moves quickly but not so fast that you feel left behind. I really appreciated this film’s portrayal of Martha and Jonathan Kent—simpler, genuine, loving. The nickname “Mush” for Jonathan was such a great, small touch that made their family dynamic feel real and grounded.
That said, the film isn’t without a few question marks. The conflict between Lois and Clark regarding his intervention overseas stood out to me. While Lois makes valid points, her arguments seemed oddly detached from the fact that Superman intervened to save lives. At times, it felt like every point she raised took priority over the reality that lives were at stake—and that felt a little off given the gravity of the situation. Throughout the film we see Superman valuing life deeply—even saving a squirrel—so it raises the question: would he tolerate a partner who doesn’t share that same instinct for compassion?
Another issue: Superman’s super speed. The film shows him moving faster than human perception when saving lives, yet during combat, Lex’s team is somehow able to track and call out fighting moves mid-battle. That felt like a stretch, especially in an age where AI is so prevalent and would have been far more believable as the one predicting Superman’s every move.
Lex Luthor himself is well played, but this version of Lex felt more playful, almost silly at times. In my view, Lex should feel more sinister—someone the audience genuinely fears. Here, he’s clever but doesn’t inspire much menace.
All that said, I truly enjoyed this film. It’s a bright, fun, and heartfelt reboot that understands what makes Superman special. It has room to tighten up some of the character dynamics and internal logic, but the foundation is strong. And there’s no question: when the sequel comes, I’ll be there opening night.
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