10 Things You Didn't Know About Man of Steel

[@pretikewl76]

There will always be a special spot in my heart for Reeve. If anyone could try to fill his shoes, I feel like Cavil did a good job.

[@danielcook7975]

to me he did, he brought his own version of the Character and it showed in Man of Steel

[@richardrobbins387]

Great Superman, pretty good Clark. (Cavil) Reeve did such a wonderful back and forth that it's really hard to top. One of the only memorable things about Superman III is his battle with his "alter-ego"

[@jamesanderson6373]

*Cavill

[@bjjukes4969]

I really don't like Man of Steel. In fact, I hate it. However, Cavil's performance has nothing to do with that. I actually will miss him not getting an opportunity with a different vision as dictated by the script & director.

[@dhenderson1810]

​@@richardrobbins387He was hardly Clark in the movie though. Reeves played Clark completely different to Superman (mannerisms, how he parted his hair etc). Cavill played Clark as Superman with glasses. Besides, Lois knew from the start in MOS.

[@Laurtew]

I'm surprised you didn't mention the tie-in between Henry and Russell Crowe. When Russell was filming Proof of Life, they filmed part of it at Stowe prep school, which is where Henry went to school. Between takes, Henry went up to Russell and asked him about being an actor. Russell was honest and told him how hard it was, but encouraged him. He later sent him an autographed photo. When they were filming MOS, Russell thought Henry looked so familiar and asked him if they'd met. Henry told him who he was and that Russell was one of the reasons he became an actor. I thought it was a pretty cool coincidence.

[@Laurtew]

Hey, @Minty Comedic Arts, I think you are being impersonated.

[@harveymcelroy9332]

@@Laurtew how u doing beautiful

[@Jake_E57]

I think the fact that Henry Cavill got to keep his hairy chest because he cited actual comic instances of Superman’s hairy chest just speaks to how good a choice he was to play the roll.

[@dhenderson1810]

Too bad how he didn't point out that Lois Lane is a brunette, not a redhead.

[@bv_7766]

All I want to know, speaking of hair, is how did Superman shave off the beard he had in the beginning of the movie. There should be nothing on earth that he can shave with…

[@25Erix]

He's a nerd like us and that's the cool thing. He knows what he's talking about. I love it when I learn trivia like this because then these larger-than-life actors become even more human. He's one of us and that's so cool

[@dhenderson1810]

@@25Erix You're proud of being a nerd? Geek!

[@matt_afact]

​@bv9903 he uses his lasor vision in the mirror, they've shown it in comics and in the Animated Series. A bit silly but meh it's comics lol

[@mr.sinjin-smyth]

Such a shame this Superman was never given a chance to truly grow. Should've been a trilogy before heading towards Justice League territory.

[@Shimmerluxe]

I agree, and, in my opinion, resurrecting Superman and seeing him join the Justice League to stomp Steppenwolf's ass was the best part of the Justice League movie and made me want more Superman!

[@MSpotatoes]

This movie was amazing and could have easily been a trilogy before joining the JL.

[@nateh8syou]

The fact that Cavill looks like Reeve in that moment is just a testament that he was the perfect person to pass the torch to. DC really screwed up not keeping him as Superman.

[@johnporter9073]

Absolutely love this movie. Saw it twice at the theater. When he first learns to fly I was grinning like a fool. My favorite Superman film. Great score as well.

[@dhenderson1810]

When I went to see it, I saw people walk out during it.

[@ijustwantedausername]

Went to an early showing the first day, in costume. Loved it so much, saw it again the same day. That flight scene was pure joy.

[@paige-vt8fn]

Yes, I'm a classically trained musician and loved the score 🎼. Henry Cavill and Michael Shannon were great too, and Russell Crowe of course

[@paige-vt8fn]

​@@dhenderson1810funny because I walked out of Superman returns after falling asleep. MOS was awesome, the score was my favorite part

[@dhenderson1810]

@@paige-vt8fn You fell asleep then walked out. What, did you sleep-walk?

[@stevenyarnell]

Brandon Routh didn't do a bad job! I believe he was trying to mimic the mannerisms of the late Christopher Reeve. As a long-time Superman fan, and as a fan of Christopher Reeve, ''Superman Returns'', though with its flaws, HAS a special place in my heart! And the actor has my respect. Another great video, Minty! Keep up the good work. And cheers from Texas! 🤠

[@kali3665]

I read that he was directed to be as close to Reeve as possible. That was a mistake, and one he stepped beyond when he showed up as the alternate Superman in the Arrowverse. That revealed more potential than he was allowed to reflect in Superman Returns.

[@chriskosokowsky1770]

I didn't mind Brandon's portrayal of Superman , but wow was that a horrible Superman movie.

[@SumDumGy]

I think he failed on every level.

[@annnee6818]

Yeah he got a lot of unnecessary flack he was great. The movie was just a bit dull. That's not up to him to fix

[@chriskosokowsky1770]

@krazykajeevie the entire kryptonite island was horrible, and the fact that he was weak while standing on it, but could also lift it out of the ocean.... Come on

[@williamcasey2508]

This movie came out shortly before my first son was born. I had my concerns about being a father, but watching MOS made me think about all the potential my son has in this world, and it made me more at ease with the thoughts of fatherhood.

[@dhenderson1810]

And if he shows potential, you tell him not to show it, because the world might consider him a freak.

[@delondude9899]

Mint let’s get a video of your collection and take your glasses off lol jk

[@dhenderson1810]

@@delondude9899 Don't pick on Minty. He looks cool in shades.

[@delondude9899]

@@dhenderson1810 I love his channel but we all know it’s so we don’t se him reading his monitor lol

[@nickcastrellon909]

Now THIS is a hell of a statement. I'm a new dad too. MOS had a new meaning to me seeing it after my son was born.

[@luischavezjr6047]

I’m a Reeve’s man, born in the 80s, and loved his version. Superman Returns is the movie I forgot about and really don’t want to watch it. Man Of Steel is great! I can watch MOS on repeat!! HC did an amazing job. Reeves and Cavill are both Superman to me. We all have our opinions and can like and dislike whoever but Cavill is my Superman

[@jamesanderson6373]

*Reeve

[@thereaver8083]

Born in the 80s too and like you Reeve's superman is the one I grew up and still like the best best in many ways. That being said, returns isn't a bad movie and had a lot of potential but they really dropped the ball in forcing Brandon into cloning Reeve's superman instead of allowing him to make the character his own. They let Kevin Spacey do his own thing with Luthor though the look was obilously based off of Gene Hackman's version. MoS is great though imo. I have the blueray and I've probably watched it 100 times over the years lol.

[@thisisnotachannel]

I was born in 81'... grew up with Chris Reeve as well. For me, Henry Cavill surpassed him... and has become my favorite live action Superman.

[@Moondog-wc4vm]

@@thisisnotachannel But,but,but! He didn'y have red budgie smugglers! If your irony alert is not blaring, please ignore this comment. Henry is a terrifyingly good actor and uber nerd. For my own opinion, I hated the Superman movies he was in, but thought he was by far the best actor to ever play the role. (And I like Christopher Reeve as superman in I and II and I like Brandon Routh in the role, I'm not a Supes hater) Henry got a rough deal as he is a great actor. Specifically from the studio execs, as is almost always the case, but also from us fans as we expected more from an actor who is an uberfan, but we all forgot that beancounters and management types with huge salaries and their eyes on 'The Prize" were always going to shout down someone like him. He might know much more than them, he might be the big draw that makes them millions to share out in dividends and bonuses, but to them he is just the last thing they used to load up their own wallets.

[@kellymulderino7156]

Cavil wasnt a good superman

[@OneNeverEnds]

"Now, I could look like this, but burritos exist." That had me laughing out loud hahahaa awesome. And as always good coverage mate!

[@CavBoy1]

I love how they really explored the psychology of how if might have been for Clark growing up as a boy having his powers and the difficulty he went through. Also loved the greater depth into the origin of Krypton. The movie was an A for me.

[@davidvarney418]

I absolutely loved MOS when I saw it at the cinema, it completely pulled the rug from under me & it's still one of my favourite movies to this day.

[@C4...]

Great movie for sure

[@Antzmacadamia]

Michael Shannon was awesome in this movie. The main reason I enjoyed this movie so much. Great character

[@kali3665]

Eh, still prefer Terence Stamp as Zod. He was just as iconic as Reeve was as Superman. "Why do you say this to me, when you know I will kill you for it." The role really demands Stamp's underplaying - if you're all-powerful and you KNOW you're all-powerful, you don't need to provide evidence at every opportunity.

[@dhenderson1810]

​@@kali3665I agree. Stamp's Zod is understated. He is subtle and chilling, and could snap at any second, making him scary, Shannon's Zod was over-the-top and his "I Will Find Him" scene was chewing the scenery, spitting it out, and then chewing it again. Not the actor's fault. It just shows Snyder is a hack.

[@paige-vt8fn]

Yeah he's great, I haven't seen a role he didn't do well. Kinda have a weird crush on him too 🤷

[@kali3665]

@@dhenderson1810 No arguments. When they announced the "Snyder Cut" of Justice League, I can't believe I was the ONLY one who said "Who Effen Cares?!!"

[@georgeeastwood6930]

Some of his moments as Zod were so unintentionally funny. “WHERE IS THE CODEX?!” 😂🤣😂🤣

[@syerbic3]

Man of Steel is one of my all time favorite movies... The score is fantastic!

[@annnee6818]

The score is so good. The theme... legendary

[@clauderain4888]

Very under used great theme

[@emile4449]

Both actors are good in their roles. They bring something different and admirable to this great Superman role.

[@shaunfleming5860]

Hey, don't forget Amy Adams did an episode of Smallville so she was already in the Superman legacy. She was in the season 1 of Smallville. She was a girl drinking. The protein shakes made out of kryptonite but yeah she said it wasn't for Smallville. She wouldn't have got the role of Lois Lane

[@powerbadpowerbad]

Amy Adams is-GORGEOUS !!! And has very-PRETTY-eyes. LOVE her.

[@dhenderson1810]

​@@powerbadpowerbadI agree, and she is overdue for an Oscar in her career. However, I like Comic-accuracy so Adams should have dyed her hair for the role and be a brunette, like the comics. Blonde Kate Bosworth did it.

[@powerbadpowerbad]

@@dhenderson1810 Yeah,I forgot all about the hair color,good catch. Kate Bosworth was a-HOTTIE-too.

[@Omni20One]

To this day, 10 years since the movie debuted, I can NOT make it through Jor El’s speech to Clark without crying. From “Why am I so different from them” on, It’s the ultimate father to son pep talk. The beautiful piano begins to play, and it goes from I miss you dad to I CAN FUCKING FLY DAD!!!

[@dhenderson1810]

EWWW, get me a bucket.

[@daniellecoonery7869]

"I could look like this...but burritos exist." Classic!!

[@honkytonkinson9787]

I could look like this…. But the option not to exists….

[@jonmcphailjr5269]

You spelled filming wrong

[@DovahVokuna]

I loved this movie. I wish they made part 2 instead of Batman vs superman

[@pa.encema2821]

They were going to but wb rushed Zack into doing BvS

[@patrickkavanagh7371]

Agree I was like oh boy..

[@pa.encema2821]

BvS was still good especially the Ultimate Edition

[@DovahVokuna]

@@pa.encema2821 nah I hated it. The superman vs Batman fight was really dumb. Eye rolling.

[@JoeMapes]

I liked the fact Zod had an actual purpose in this story vs. the original. In original, he just wants to rule Earth like a God vs. ants. In this story, he has a meaningful purpose of transforming Earth to Crypton.

[@justice_productions_]

*krypton

[@Lee-Darin]

But in a way if Zod had conquered Earth, he pretty much would become a god.

[@easydansvoices5968]

Great movie. Totally underrated.

[@archmage7813]

It is barely average

[@whutzat]

@@archmage7813 You and I must have seen different films. it blew my socks off, and i'm the PICKIEST m*therf*cker you will ever meet.

[@beeepizzle]

“I could look like this, but burritos exist…” 🔥🔥🔥💀😂

[@Krimson7735]

I actually really like Man of steel, I think snyder is a great director

[@theillusionary]

"Now I could look like this, but burritos exist." I'm dead! roflmao!!! Greatest line ever!

[@bjjukes4969]

I have my problems with Superman Returns. However, the airplane rescue is by far the best Superman scene ever filmed.

[@pa.encema2821]

Superman Returns was ok. The problem was it should've been it's own thing instead of con't Reeves films

[@TabrisFruLar]

My favourite Superman movie EVER and definitely my fave Superman/Clark Kent as well I love how on #5 it says "filing" and not "filming" :D

[@superunknown2812]

Man of Steel is probably one of my favourite superhero movies so well done acting was superb and the actors they picked were perfect

[@coolstuff7925]

I was unsure about this film when it first came out. recently went back to it and really enjoyed it I now feel like it was a just ahead of its time

[@lordsidious83]

Didn't like it at first, but it has grown on me a lot. Felt it was missing the charm and adventure of the christopher reeve movies, but it was good movie overall

[@adamholiday3450]

I watch this film quite often. Don't understand any of the hate, it's friggin awesome!

[@giannisksanthopoulos4300]

They even dont know what exactly they hate....

[@SuperAz1981]

Not true again I'm a fan but I see the reasons hate it. Lack of color Disregard of human life Needless killing of Zod Johnathan Kent's death made no sense Clark Kent destroying someone's lively hood If you want clarification on any of these reasons just ask

[@ArnaldoOliveiraOficial]

Mostly because his doubt about being a good thing for mankind. Forever this was never an issue to him. He never was an alien for himself, he always felt human. But it's just my opinion.

[@whutzat]

I know, WTF???

[@whutzat]

@Comicbookfanboy31 Are you this guy?: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp2plnWuiKeNi9E

[@No-jb6fy]

The face of Reeves is homage for sure. I saw it right away and it was quite moving. Loved man of steel, but Reeves had a special connection to the character. He became Superman. Which made his accident even more shocking and sad. But even then he was a Superman and fought until the end.

[@NakedSnake85]

Watched this two times at theathres when it came out and loved it. Probably my favorite Superman film.

[@slayet2ville1]

Snyder said the scene where superman’s face morphs into Christopher reeve was an accident and he didn’t know it existed untill the movie was done

[@bjt81366]

Man of steel was a great superhero movie. If you love comic books, this movie was exactly that. That. In the comics, when two superpowers got together and fought, they destroyed everything around them in spectacular fashion because of how powerful they are.

[@powerbadpowerbad]

I thought the film was-GREAT-and enjoyed it very much.

[@SuperAz1981]

Shows most people don't read Superman comics yes some buildings get messed up but usually Superman tries his best to get the fight in the air and out of the city as quickly so that what happened in MoS did not happen

[@kingklank6732]

This film was perfect

[@pa.encema2821]

​@@SuperAz1981Supes was fighting by himself against an army of Kryptonians; so it's bound for destruction.

[@chriscarlisle5676]

Nope. I like the comics but the movie👎

[@Hey_MikeZeroEcho22P]

"..yeah, I could look Like THAT, BUT Burritos exists!" -- 'Minty' JEEZZZ, That ONE (1) Line, just killed me!!!🌯🌯🌯 -- Also a Burrito-Eater!!

[@1956pms]

FINALLY! I've been waiting for you to spotlight this movie. Thanks.

[@janitor4life]

I think we can all agree that Henry Cavill is a great Clark Kent/Superman.

[@tonymata8070]

He definitely is regardless of what others may say, he's the reason why I started to read the comics and graphic novels involving Superman.

[@SuperAz1981]

That is a personal opinion people who do not like Cavill in the role have the right to believe that you can't tell people their opinion is wrong because in their eyes your opinion is wrong so refrain from using despite what others may say he is that's not fact that's personal choice. ( Saying as a fan )

[@joelthorpe4170]

He's a brilliant Superman but a terrible Clark Kent. Clark is meant to be a 'stumbling geek' and he is using that to disguise himself as Clark. Cavill just puts on a pair of specs and plays him no differently than Superman.

[@alexd1685]

The best. It's a shame the DCEU is a neverending clusterfuck and he is no longer in the role.

[@alexp601]

He’s a great Superman but I much prefer Christopher Reeves’s take on Clark and the difference between the two. Hopefully we get more of that duality with the next Superman.

[@djansen73]

Another great thought provoking video, Minty...and love the sweatshirt. Daaaa Bulllssss! 😁🤘

[@jlodas]

I really love the amount of research you put into your videos and appreciate your thoughts about why or why not somebody did something during the production. While watching this video, it surprised me to hear you bash the 3D conversion. I was one of about 200 people who did the conversion on Man of Steel. At the time, the company I worked for was known for their meticulous and consistent conversion including the Disney's 'The Little Mermaid', 'Top Gun' and 'Transformers." We were given guidelines from the production company as to how they wanted it to look and feel. I've seen some of our conversions on different screens and they each look different so it's possible that the film wasn't being shown properly. It also depends on where you sit. Dead center (left to right, top to bottom) gives the best results. I'm not trying to invalidate your experience or argue your opinion, just giving you some additional information. Please keep up the great work and hopefully you have a better 3D viewing experience in the future.

[@omardoesstuff]

“Now I could look like this, but burritos exist” 😂

[@vickijackson5547]

I'm pretty sure Zach Snyder officially denied that Christopher Reeve bit. I distinctly remember him saying it was just a freaky coincidence how much Henry looked like Reeve in that moment. Also, I too LOVE LOVE LOVE Hans Zimmer's score!

[@solobeatz5780]

Basically Superman fights an apocalyptic end of the world avengers level threat all by himself. Plus it’s his first day on the job

[@HaroldCalvin-zj2rt]

The "fly by" suit is pretty clean! Btw never seen a studio so determined to lose. Every actor we liked and director that really cared about what he was working on, they couldn't wait to get rid of. Lol so crazy.

[@whutzat]

It's weird...almost like they had some bizarre reason to self-sabotage?

[@Thrawn.]

"I could look like this, but burritos exist." Well played good sir!

[@jefftucker201]

I never understood the "Dark Movie" comment, to me it was very uplifting light and fun, loved it. I guess you see what you want to see.

[@powerbadpowerbad]

Like you said,people see what they want to see.Some SUPES fans want the old Superman film from 1978 and Reeves like Supes,because that's the only way Superman should be portrayed.

[@nevaratoiel.]

People like or don't like something and that's fine. I'm just glad you're being an adult about it and aren't just hating on it. I loved both films, and both have they pros and cons. Thanks for making this video.

[@CarloCarrasco]

Ten years ago, Man of Steel opened with very wide distribution here in my native Philippines and during the two times I saw the movie in different cinemas, the whole cinema was packed! I should also state that there were gasps and moments of silence among the moviegoers in reaction to what Superman did to General Zod during the final conflict.

[@litteralfitness6113]

Cavill and the guy who played Zod were perfect for those parts

[@shaynekatchmark810]

The town is so good, you should do a video on that one.

[@TheDorkKnight23]

I love Man of Steel. It's my favorite superman film. It's special film about about Fathers and Sons. From biological to being on adoptive father. All while being a first contact film. This film has so many layers that most people don't even take the time to look at in depth. This is movie is far from shallow they even touch on the topics of eugenics with Kryptonian genesis chamber.

[@giannisksanthopoulos4300]

The best Superman movie of all time. I dont care what haters said.... For me this is how Superman movie should look. FOR ME... A class masterpiece from THE GREAT.... Zack Snyder

[@QuestionMan]

I love that Cavill was a bigger nerd than anyone else on production.

[@jonathanknight8522]

Love the commentary about the music. Such an underrated part of the film. Hans Zimmer created a classic that I feel like stands right along side John Williams score. I personally loved the film, but I do agree it would have been nicer to see a more optimistic, a little bit brighter film.

[@thisisnotachannel]

If WB/DC hadn't interfered with Snyder's vision, we ultimately would've gotten exactly what you were looking for in MoS 2. Sad that it won't happen now.

[@KnightwingJ]

@thisisnotachannel agreed. I don't understand why they won't let them finish. There is money to be made for them, and it isn't like any of their "plans" over the past 30 years have really worked for DC characters, outside of Nolan's Batman trilogy. ZS's stuff was profitable, and the idea that two different universes featuring the same characters can't coexist is silly and outdated. Give ZS a chance to finish his stories, and let Gunn do his thing as well. I'll pay for both.

[@whutzat]

@@KnightwingJ Nah....Gunn lost me with Guardians 3

[@Rkatondonegal]

That other suit that Henry Cavill wore, looks like the superman suit from the 90’s show, “ Lois and Clark: the adventures of Superman”

[@DBravo29er]

I'll say it: MOS is a masterpiece.

[@lesterhale]

This is honestly my favorite Superman movie!

[@kennethanderson2204]

Michael Shannon was an amazing Zod but can you imagine a Daniel Day Lewis version 🤯

[@whutzat]

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO DDL is the biggest ham over-actor of all time.

[@Greg_Koenig]

He wasnt "spying" he was realizing hes an alien and he will never have what humans have like marriage and family.He in a moment of sadness that he cant be the husband and cant be normal

[@patrickdiggins85]

I love this movie, warts and all. It's easily my favorite film. I loved the music, the cast and more realistic tone in regards to how the world would greet an alien outsider. Sadly WB got too greedy and rushed to a cinematic universe robbing us of what could have been a great multi film Superman series. Hopefully Gunn will make something as compelling.

[@Fenris30]

I don't think they rushed into the cinematic universe They only had one film less then Marvel for their tentpole release, the problems all came from Studio meddling period. Man of Steel made more money then any other Superman movie yet that wasn't enough for them. BvS As Hack together as it was made a shit ton of Money yet still it wasn't enough. Warners problem was Greed pure and simple.

[@whutzat]

Gunn fired Cavill, so I won't watch any "Superman" film from now on. As far as i'm concerned, the ONLY two Supermen are Reeve and Cavill.

[@mattreichenberg309]

Great Superman. Great suit. Great Zod. Great modern take honestly. Wish they would’ve kept it up.

[@hylianbatman3153]

This movie is way better than ppl realize or want to admit. Clark is just a dude. He acts like a kid/guy who knows hes adopted and is literally alone. Which makes his choice to be better than good that much more impactful. He brakes a bunch of shit because he literally has no idea what hes doing. A bull in a China shop. Nothing compared to the destruction Zod caused. Also, Zod is relatable. He tried to overthrow krypton because the leaders killed the planet. When he came out of prison Clark wasnt his first priority. It was until clark activated the ship that he came after him. I could go on, great movie

[@SuperAz1981]

Actually Clark was Zod's sole priority that is why he came to earth in the first place he even vowed to find him....

[@hylianbatman3153]

@@SuperAz1981 clark is why he came to earth, but if u notice when they are knocked out of phantom zone by the explosion of krypton, it SEEMS like him and his crew think everything is gone. They go from outpost to outpost looking for anything. Then the beacon sounded. I think that's why Zod went to ham. To him is was the last beacon of hope from the darkness for his people. I'm not saying Clark wasnt always on Zods mind, but at the time as far as he knew all was lost.

[@hylianbatman3153]

@@SuperAz1981 basically I guess I'm saying Zods one mindedness to save his people is scary, but admirable

[@archmage7813]

Apparently, this movie is way worse than you actually understand. Because this is not even an average movie

[@dal5x5]

That's a love letter cameo. Snyder was asked when the movie came out and Snyder just smiled. That "hope" was supposed to be explored in the sequel but WB did what they do best...drop the ball.

[@Hadam10Rose]

Another Easter egg that hints at a larger universe was including the character of Carol Ferris as well as Ferris Air. Things from the Green Lantern side of DC. With Carol not only being Hal Jordan's love interest but also one of his villains with her being Star Sapphire.

[@new_age_entertainment]

15:11 I remember catching that. I was like WOW he looks like Christopher Reeves there. This movie revived my love for Superman. Such a shame we never got a MOS2.

[@VHVDRAGON]

Man of Steel is based on the New 52 Superman. The world is slightly mistrusting of the meta humans. It was great! And the final action scene was amazing.... the power of the Krytonians was so displayed so well. They are so powerful and dangerous. It really shows how much Superman needs to hold back. It is a terrible shame we never got more of the man of Steel with Henry Cavil... He is so far the best superman ever. The old superman movies were too campy.

[@handsuporillshoot381]

💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@JarrodCoombes]

"I could look like that, but burritos exist" And now I have to clean my screen. Also , I think that it was Reeves' face in that scene, deliberately put in there, though maybe not sanctioned by the produces (which could explain why they won't admit to it). It was a perfect subtle nod to Reeves, who was pretty much still the iconic Superman at the time of this movie.

[@logresmentotum7065]

Love your insights. I definitely like both, but I give the edge to MoS. Mostly for telling the Zod story so well.

[@roncriswell2685]

He was literally superman for a day, it's was supposed to be a trilogy with his character ark being him becoming the happy and uplifting Sups we all love.

[@steveyj3002]

It’s sad Cavill never got the write script and director to showcase how great his Superman could have really been😢 R.I.P Good Comic book movies

[@jip3788]

Henry Cavill's Superman was always great...

[@Jo-el768]

He did. Snyder said he was building up to Superman accepting the world and that's where you will see all the brightness and happiness

[@strykrpinoy]

@@Jo-el768 WB was constantly interfering he never intended for BVS, he wanted that to be MoS 2 and Bruce wayne would be a cameo to introduce him.

[@cdorst2286]

I've always wondered how Superman shaves or cuts his hair. Love your stuff Minty!

[@TitularHeroine]

He's shown in comics shaving by reflecting his heat vision off a mirror.

[@cdorst2286]

@@TitularHeroine Nice! That actually makes sense. In the movies, he's just scruffy then he's clean shaven.

[@stefanross8129]

..... Holy smoke!!! I didn't know some of this info. I had no idea that Daniel Day Lewis was up for the role of General Zod. He would've been soooooooooo good!

[@clauderain4888]

Man of steel is such a heartbreak for me cuz there are many moments of absolute greatness and then something mind bogglingly stupid will happen

[@JOSH-lw2jv]

Fun Fact: Henry Cavill almost was James Bond in the 2006 reboot film: *"Casino Royale"* before he became Superman, but at the age of 22, he was deemed by the producers as too young to play Bond. So they went with Daniel Craig instead. A similar thing happened with my favorite Bond actor, Timothy Dalton when he was offered the role for the 1969 film: *"On Her Majesty's Secret Service"* but he deemed himself too young for the role as he was 25.

[@whutzat]

He is ready to be Bond now. 😎 And I HATE HATE HATE Daniel Craig's Bond. I pretend it doesn't exist.

[@Panthror]

That 'cloth' suit, that people say is the Christopher Reeve suit, looks more like the suit Dean Cain wore in 'Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman'.

[@TheRadioAteMyTV]

The 11th thing you didn't know about Man of Steel - both of the actors who played Superman's dad in the film had played Robin Hood, making Superman the Son of Robin Hood. Batman and Robin Hood Jr the follow up movie that never happened.

[@billwebb4776]

This movie was so underrated. The rest of the DCU may have been mediocre, but this one was great.

[@keithsaker9708]

No reflection on Reeve's performance but I actually prefer Cavil. He's the image of what Superman should look like. Also I prefer the angle that suggests these characters could exist in the real world. Much as I prefer The Dark Knight Trilogy, Civil is the perfect choice to portray Superman in my opinion.

[@cuachogaidh]

If the Man of Steel had the rich blue and vibrant red of Dean Cain's suit from "Lois and Clark" it would be just about perfect.

[@The_0p3r8t0r]

I really enjoyed the character building in this one. I do feel the end was boring as it was yes full of action but there's only so many times you need to see building explode and fall over

[@paige-vt8fn]

I adore Hans Zimmer's music and scores. I am a proud band geek and he's right up there with John Williams for me. Plus Henry Cavill is unbelievably hot, love him as Superman!

[@robertcatania1120]

Cavill was (and still should be) a GREAT Superman! It's hard to duplicate what Christopher Reeve did, but he did a very good job. I was not a fan of Brandon Routh at all, never gave me the feeling that he was Superman (Although his Clark Kent wasn't bad). If it was up to me Cavill would be playing Superman in the new Legacy movie, but we shall see how it shakes out. This movie is probably underrated at this point, it was a good movie, not perfect, but certainly a good one in the franchise. I take Man of Steel over Superman Returns any day of the week.

[@dhenderson1810]

Now that Cavill is not playing Superman, I think he would be perfect as the new James Bond.

[@archmage7813]

I think he has the talent to be a great Superman but he was screwed over by horrible directing and horrible Scripts

[@whutzat]

@@dhenderson1810 Yes. He needs to be Bond. Especially since moron Tim Gunn fired him as Supes.

[@dhenderson1810]

@@whutzat All I know that if I had a job when I have it, lose it, get reinstated and then lose it again, and yet there is a prime opportunity at another job, I would take the other job. If he was to be Bond, it guarantees a role for fifteen to twenty years, and most of the Bond actors have the job until they decide not to do it anymore. So he would have work for years. Rather than be Superman where it has been shambolic and roles are constantly change. If I was Cavill, I know what role I would choose. Those wanting Cavill to still be Superman, I understand. But wouldn't you rather he be secure and in a role where it isn't going to bomb or keep being rebooted all the time?

[@whutzat]

@@dhenderson1810 I would rather he be Superman AND Bond, but like you say, they keep jerking him around, so....

[@IkePaz]

loved the man of steel movie, best superman movie ever

[@Herosthroe]

One of my favourite comic book origin films! I can watch it over and over! The Krypton sequence, first flight and the final battle were incredible on the big screen 🔥🔥

[@zoorenard1101]

Henry Cavill has been done so dirty, first with Superman and now with the Witcher. This guy deserve a trilogy or a 10 season serie. He was awesome in both* and deserved better!

[@TitularHeroine]

What happened with the Witcher?? (I don't watch muxh tv)

[@bruceleeroy8302]

I do agree, MoS had much potential but they made it too dark and apocalyptic, and tried too much to make up for the lack of action in Superman Returns by making too much CGI action in this. We need a Superman movie with more heart, balance and *gasp* HOPE!

[@eosphorusthegracefallen5195]

I loved Man of Steel movie and I still do!!!

[@thisisnotachannel]

DC is my jam. Has been since 1986. Nicely covered, Mint Man! I may be in the minority here... but I am a HUGE "Snyderverse" fan. It all started with "Man of Steel". Zack Snyder translates the pages of comic books and graphic novels to film media better than anyone else ever has. And if WB/DC didn't interfere with his vision, we would be well into "phase 3" (maybe 4?) of the DCEU... and if he could have seen his plans to fruition, most of you would realise how right Zack Snyder was... and continues to be. Most critics don't know their asses from a hole in the ground. Henry Cavill IS Superman!

[@thebuck2708]

Actually we're the majority bro, DC hasn't put up SnyderVerse box office numbers since they committed career suicide.

[@paige-vt8fn]

You're not alone, I'm a fan too, and yes Cavill IS SUPERMAN!❤

[@thisisnotachannel]

@@thebuck2708 I knew there were more of us!

[@thebuck2708]

@@thisisnotachannel damn right!!!

[@whutzat]

Now that moron Gunn fired Cavill, I won't watch another "Superman" again. I'll pretend it all ended with Cavill. He MUST be the new James Bond then.

[@rickytoddbotelho9555]

Oh no I hired armi hammer for a bar mitzvah! Really I'm a huge fan of this movie 🍿. When it came out I didn't have high expectations. But after seeing it I was amazed, surprised, overjoyed, awestruck, and very excited. Very excellent movie.❤ Super Henry is one of the best 👍

[@bonghunezhou5051]

I for one like _Returns_ more than _MOS_ , though the Amy Adams version of LL is vastly preferable to the Kate Bosworth version. 👑 Superman '78 (also known as Superman: The Movie) - a true lightning in a bottle, with Dick Donner directing, Tom Mankiewiez (uncredited) writing, John William, Chris Reeve, et al .

[@alexhickenbottom2820]

This was a refreshing movie to see, Henry Cavill is great as Superman and I’m a big fan of Christopher Reeves!

[@jamesanderson6373]

*Reeve

[@whutzat]

I feel exactly the same.

[@josephwilliams8001]

FYI adjusted for inflation, Superman 78 is actually the highest grossing Superman movie.

[@justice_productions_]

Goodbye Cavill, wasn’t great, wasn’t bad, but definitely a cool alternate take on the character. It just wasn’t the right universe to keep going with. #dcureboot 😊

[@feecreative]

If you are a Superman fan then you will love all superman films regardless who the actor is or what film it is. They were all good to watch in their own way

[@rachelhughes3748]

Yes, burritos and tacos do exist. Gloriously 😂

[@MisterFloZeke]

Cavill was wearing A Christopher Reeve Superman action suit; it wasn't the ACTUAL suit that Reeve wore himself, but the same design as the one he wore. Think of it like a top shelf Halloween Superman: The Movie costume. :) Hope that clears it up for some folks!

[@richardgreenwoodjr5263]

Personally I think a lot of people miss the point of MOS- most of the complaints you hear is Superman wouldn't do this Superman that, but the thing with this movie is he's not actually Superman yet. He's just learning his powers, how to control them and how or if he should even use them. The things that happen in this movie should have shaped him into the Superman we all wanted to see and I honestly think that was the plan until WB shat all over everything trying so hard to catch up with the MCU vs just making great movies with the arsenal of iconic characters at their disposal.

[@RandomTChance]

The Man of Steel ROCKED!

[@okidokicreations1075]

I like this movie, I respect it

[@nicholashughes4342]

I enjoyed the Snyderverse, look forward to more Superman, be blessed all in Jesus shalom

[@LeroyKong]

Great Great Movie. A Masterpiece. Henry Cavill, Forever My Live-Action Superman. Thank You, Henry Cavill. Thank You, Zack Snyder.