Why Man Of Steel Was Ahead Of Its Time

[@CortexVideos]

In this latest video, I discuss why I believe Man of Steel was ahead of its time. I will also be doing a video on Batman V Superman in the build-up to Zack Snyder's Justice League on March 18th.

[@captainrgd1565]

I've always loved man of steel including the ultimate edition Batman v superman!

[@amaze2173]

My only issue with the movie was that the final fight was kinda a drag. It just went on and on and on, though it still was a really good movie.

[@pdzombie1906]

I'm sorry man. I didn't try to be disrespectful, but these movies attract toxic fans. I started following because of Nolan's videos, but I think I'll unsuscribe now. Best luck with your projects!!!

[@CortexVideos]

@@pdzombie1906 It depends on what kind of fan of the project you are discussing in my personal opinion. But that’s fair enough man, there’s no beef. I’m still covering Nolan and other things I just don’t only focus on one thing if you get me. Like to broaden my interests.

[@oneshotperrotte1541]

Can't wait!!!!

[@HighFlyingEYE]

my oldest son was 10 when MOS came out, i still remember the looks on his face when all the action set pieces were taking place he was truly blown away.

[@JohnnyNiteTrain]

Hans Zimmer’s score was so on point.

[@CCASSIDY]

I dont think we will live to see hans off on his game

[@TheRockinBK]

So true! The score is a masterpiece.

[@gamiensrule]

Zimmer is a God. This score proves it. You can compare tracks like "arcade" and "what are you going to do when you're not saving the world" to other superhero scores (not by Zimmer) and the quality difference is laughable.

[@dray7276]

Yaa. His score makes me feel like I can fly and shit. Actually it makes me feel the anxiety, fear, strength, love, responsibility and epicenes of being Superman..

[@BigBossBeta]

Arcade is brilliant! “I WILL FIND HIM!!”

[@PurooRoy]

I have still not understood what exactly do people don't like about this movie. Everything is perfect - The looks, the acting, the CGI, the costume, the story, the music like, literally everything is perfect!

[@bugs2814]

Their life cannot be justified if they don't hate any single thing.

[@andritr9614]

Because its not Disney

[@hottakestuesdays7450]

Because it's an objectively bad movie with a terrible script.

[@tungavidyavijaya8960]

@@hottakestuesdays7450 Tell me where mos had hurt you😂😂😂.

[@akshay0084]

Superman being unaffected or remaining callous to the catastrophic collateral damage with possible casualties in the one on one battle with Zod, papa Kent's stupid and preventable death, Lois Lane being heavier than all the larger objects getting sucked into the black hole in the climax These are some of the most unwanted, stupid things in Man of Steel which if not for its positives would have absolutely ruined the film !!!!

[@tonysoto8949]

I never cared what people said or complained about Man of Steel was and is a Masterpiece. Zacks reverence for the characters is why his movies always move you. The imagery and musical scores also to me set this movie apart from all others.

[@bizarrojoshua7257]

It seems that most criticisms of this film are not based on errors or failings of the film itself (plot holes, bad acting or dialogue, etc), but more the film not meeting a certain expectation that the critic had before seeing it. That's not the film's fault, that is the critic's fault for creating expectations of a movie prior to seeing it. Judge it based on itself, don't judge it harshly because it isn't what you wanted it to be, i.e. a film exactly like the Donner film. Also, we already had a modern film that was based on the Donner film...and it sucked.

[@antebellum1776]

Agreed. A lot of people who criticize it compare it to something else. That's just a bullshit way to view a movie.

[@gagalover2k10]

I believe the tone and colour palette Zack opted for the movie was basically a critical one, I think had the move been basically the same, just with a slightly more brighter tone it would’ve been more positively received

[@hello-gx6oi]

@@gagalover2k10 how can you be positive in a alien invasion ? The grading is just good for the tone

[@gagalover2k10]

@@hello-gx6oi sorry I corrected a mistake I made, I meant to say the movie in general would’ve been more positively received

[@hello-gx6oi]

@@gagalover2k10 well you said slightly brighter tone So I can pass this Remember Jostice leagu?

[@stewart1555]

Man of Steel is a masterpiece and this movie made me care about Superman, because of this movie he still remains one of my favourite superheroes. The way Clark was raised truly makes sense why Superman would fight against all those odds to protect humanity.

[@Akhil999Reddy]

Absolutely !

[@akshay0084]

And then BvS made Superman completely boring

[@Sci-Fi_Freak_YT]

@@akshay0084 the theatrical cut not the UE.

[@jamminjohn]

He was raised not lift a finger so he rebelled by doing the opposite?

[@ishaankumar3895]

I was always a Batman fan and I found Superman too cheesy and lame. Then I watched MOS and damn, I started respecting Superman. Then came BVS and I absolutely rooted for Superman. That's how much these two movies moved me. I actually love Superman more than Snyder's Batman whom I also adore. That's the power this movie has had over me. Whenever I feel low, I watch First Flight and it makes me feel strong. MOS is my favourite superhero movie now. 🙏

[@lonewolfgamingplus379]

There will be no another Man of Steel, it is unique and special. The scale of this film should be appreciated and loved for its boldness, its tremendous impact for bringing the Last Son of Krypton to our world. I appreciate Superman more than ever thanks to this movie.

[@greyworld6242]

Also something to note is how when Clark was restraining zod he was using words before action and desperately trying and failing to get through to the last of his race so he didn’t have to do something he didn’t want to.... but fate is cruel sometimes and had to do the only thing he logically could only do in the situation.

[@lonewolfgamingplus379]

Clark doesn't want to kill anyone.. throughout the film, he restraints himself as much he wanted to hurt people..but he believing in his father's ideals, as much he wanted to do something more in life when he was a teenager.. he sees his father save people in the tornado and sees his own father die for his ideals of selflessness, courage and love. Which he does the same in BvS.

[@greyworld6242]

@@lonewolfgamingplus379 yep.

[@akshay0084]

@@lonewolfgamingplus379 Superman being unaffected or remaining callous to the catastrophic collateral damage with possible casualties in the one on one battle with Zod, papa Kent's stupid and preventable death, Lois Lane being heavier than all the larger objects getting sucked into the black hole in the climax These are some of the most unwanted, stupid things in Man of Steel which if not for its positives would have absolutely ruined the film !!!! I would give MOS a solid 7/10 !!!! But BvS is an extremely average film if I'm being generous, and a bad film if being unbiased

[@ThisHandleSystemCanGetNicked]

He could have literally attempted to move Zod's head away from the people in the corner. Instead he just snapped his neck without trying anything else.

[@greyworld6242]

@@ThisHandleSystemCanGetNicked wouldn’t zod also move his head even if it was being held back by superman???

[@KUROSHURA]

Man of Steel is the best Superman film ever made. Hans Zimmer’s take on the Superman theme is POWERFUL and Percussive.

[@tauhid9983]

It would be the best superman film...if it did answer the question the movie was proposing all along. But it didn't

[@heimdallstatus1376]

@@tauhid9983 if you're looking for superhero film it will be disappointment but if you wanna see the actual cinema with an iconic superhero then this is a masterpiece ❤️

[@tauhid9983]

@@heimdallstatus1376 huh? This is a comic book superhero film...if what I am watching isn't what it is. Then how is it a cinematic masterpiece...you are contradicting yourself. Also my argument wasn't about superhero. The character itself doesn't have clear motivations....that's a major flaw right there.

[@dexter2178]

@@tauhid9983 u gotta have Down syndrome then bc his motivations are very much clear tf? 💀

[@bumface1810]

Only the best Superman film for millennial and gen z tards.

[@gntrihg]

My favorite comic movie. Michael Shannon as Zod is sooooo fucking underrated

[@lonwabozekevu60]

Yes yes yes yes

[@bumface1810]

No no no no. Snyder does not understand Superman.

[@theunknowncommenter725]

​@@bumface1810 he understands him very well. He understands that that people connect to Superman not on a cartoonish level, but on honesty and overcoming overwhelming odds no matter what.

[@MitchellSassani]

@@bumface1810if you think Shannon is a bad actor you’re not a film fan just a goofy ass comic book fan!

[@karimlabbee1014]

Henry Cavill is the most human Superman.

[@vishall8246]

T O M W E L L I N G

[@DarthTingleBinks]

@@vishall8246 I'm not going to say anything because I haven't had the chance of watching Smallville yet, but uh.... Tyler Heochlin.

[@AbsoluteAbsurd]

@@DarthTingleBinks Yea Tyler has changed my opinion, he’s amazing.

[@tauhid9983]

most human "superman" who is not really superman lol

[@heimdallstatus1376]

@@tauhid9983 i don't have time for shitty talks about comic accurate im a movie lover and this movie is a fucking masterpiece

[@SteveBrant55]

Thanks for this excellent review! When I saw the film in 2013, I loved that it showed a "real world" reaction to Superman's existence. The 1978 film (like the comics) had the world accepting Superman without question. I do not think the US military would ever do that. And Zack was correct in going with that approach. I also knew Clark was protecting us from Zod after only having just become Superman. So, he had a lot to learn; and Zack showed that. Henry's performance is great and I'm very excited to see his performance in Justice League on March 18th.

[@38siddhiwinayaks58]

Zack Snyder makes movie. Almost all critics: It sucks. Me : Zack Snyder is several parallel universes ahead of you.

[@lonwabozekevu60]

Yes yes yes yes

[@raulratonmacias1377]

Agree. This and Batman v Superman is so ahead of it's time most supposedly film experts can't even understand it.

[@ottovonbismarck5727]

@@raulratonmacias1377 also Watchmen

[@K0m30ng]

I can only say this about his DC movies, can't say about the rest. Well League of Guardians was great too

[@bumface1810]

You are spazzed by modern SFX and don’t understand Superman. Facts.

[@tmac731]

People don’t understand that he was only Superman for no more than 2-3 days. His fight with Zod in Metropolis was his 2nd fight

[@rashadmcduffie6582]

I’m baffled by the amount of people that dislikes the movie. I agree with many of the points made in the video, Synder’s Superman not only did a great job at showing Superman’s continuous amount of self control. He also laid out the many life lessons Clark needed to one day become the iconic persona of Superman.

[@philcho83]

Most underrated superhero film. Next to BvS. Great cast. Wonderfully in depth story. And realistic. I love Marvel films for abit of fun and escapism. But love the DCEU more because it tackles superhero films in a realistically light. Particularly around death, and collateral damage. Which the MCU kind of just ignores.

[@terrylandess6072]

The mention of Superman having to learn to protect the innocent from collateral damage is hinted at in this video, but in BvS, it's Bruce Wayne's mantra. Bruce opens BvS as someone horrified at the sheer scope of the damage inflicted, it clouds his judgement driving his narrative and at the end he has to explain to Wonder Woman 'why' he baited Doomsday to the docks. The MCU's recognition of collateral damage is skewed and only serves as a plot device to create the accords and 'split' the hero base up for a 'Civil War'.

[@JohnyLim6393]

Remember, before Disney bought marvel, their movie kinda realistic and some were dark too.

[@Anna-jx5pl]

You speak from my heart, thank you

[@Bubblykickass27]

I'm a fan of both DC and Marvel but collateral damage plays a big part in the MCU aswell, the whole of civil war is to do with the collateral damage of sokovia etc.

[@notyournormalguy_45]

@@JohnyLim6393 marvel is far from realism

[@daves9664]

Hands down one of the greatest superhero films ever made, casting was on point, realistic and dark tone is what i want from DC. Cavill is just the perfect Superman

[@silverspear21]

I have watched MOS over 40 times and each time I watch it is if I had never seen it before. I am still blown away by the movie and I still get emotional watching Clark Kent's journey. This movie perfectly gets why I love Superman.

[@SCHRODINGERS_WHORE]

Same I still cry when he kills zod.

[@ansonkiek6471]

The quote best all the times

[@JeanPiFresita]

@@SCHRODINGERS_WHORE WHY YOU SAY THAT NAME!!!!

[@arcticsmoke302]

I cried during the school scene when he’s in the closet and his mother comes to calm him down. Imagine my voice as an island...can you see it...swim to it 😢😢😢

[@hoojamaflicks]

its a super high quality movie. masterfully directed. the 2nd act from his arrival on earth to the start of the big fights, may be the best sequence I've ever seen. so many amazing scenes and classy touches.

[@thafilmguy1]

A lot of people don't want "realistic" superheroes. They want them to exist in a vacuum where morals go unchallenged and everything is absolute. In other words, they don't want the character of Superman, they want the IDEA of superman.

[@deimos.93]

I love how now that Zack's JL came out, people are going back to MOS and BvS and acknowledging them as great movies. I think that people didn't like them because they didn't fully understand the movies, imo one example is the martha scene from BvS and people are now understanding what the scene actually means. It also helps that we can now see the connection between all three films especially with the flash scene from BvS. I loved these movies from first watch.

[@kuda9464]

Ahhh, the film everyone pretended wasn't a master piece. What happened around this film taught me a lot about how fickle fans are, and why Hollywood is afraid of trying new things. I loved this film from the jump and I was shocked when i started seeing the reviews, then all of a sudden, last year actually I see a KZbin video that had a person saying "After watching it after all these years, I have to say, maybe I was a bit too harsh". But the damage was already done, wasn't it?

[@mathblaster1897]

Great synopsis of a film I thoroughly enjoyed when it arrived on the big screen... The focus on Superman's relationships, and trying to fit into a world that truly, as a whole, was fearful of this man they did not fully understand, as well as his motives with the power he possessed, was spot on IMO... Anyway, thanks, and I subscribed... Take care, and God bless..

[@oniriscope]

Already 8 Years since Man Of Steel... A very insightful review, I agree with the realistic approach in a super hero flick & to be honest when you experience the final act you understand why this film could certainly not be light hearted. Edit: Your channel is one of those which inspired me to start my KZbin journey and share with others my love for film. Keep up the great work mate!

[@CortexVideos]

That is so amazing to hear Oniriscope. I will check out your content and subscribe. Great to hear someone else who also has a spot for man of steel like myself. Keep up the great work man, and glad you enjoyed my review!

[@rustymixer2886]

@@CortexVideos perfect video

[@ripper12322]

You have conveyed most of my feelings towards this movie brilliantly. I have been a defender of it since it's release and still to this day it is my favorite DCEU movie. But then again Supes has always been my favorite hero of all.

[@checkmate9111]

This movie is Fantastic and so underrated..... Sadly we should have had MOS 2 & MOS 3 by now. WB has wasted our time, Henry's time & this story arc. Hopefully we'll get 2 & 3 soon with the success of the Snyder Cut JL.

[@jrdennisson]

I like your honest assessment of the movie. I wonder if we did not have Superman the Movie and the remaining films to compare to Man of Steel if it would have fared better? Sometimes I think disappointment could be avoided if we watched this movie without preconceived ideas or notions. Man of Steel was not a perfect film and I never expected it to be. I watched the movie based on what I was presented and judged it based on that. It still remains my top DCEU film with Wonder Woman a close second. I can understand not liking it but I definitely think it was the shipwreck some make it to be.

[@gamiensrule]

Man Of Steel is a masterpiece. Period. End of sentence.

[@onetrickekkowr]

The death of Jonathan Kent in MoS is more meaningful and emotionally impactful than in Reeve's Superman.

[@virgogaming6488]

Nah it was just silly.

[@constantinezoelayman3132]

@@virgogaming6488 so bravery against tornado is silly while heart attack is not silly ? wow, dude, that is sad honestly, even though heart attacks in real life are dangerous by accidents, not naturality of age,

[@virgogaming6488]

@@constantinezoelayman3132 Nah it was silly. Jonathan Kent risked his life for a dog and committed tornadocide.

[@constantinezoelayman3132]

@@virgogaming6488 seriously ? how is being brave suicide kiddish ?

[@opgam3r482]

"Why Zack Snyder is ahead of his time" People are swinging on BvS more and more as well lol... it's happening.

[@SamC_182]

The only reason why BvS sucked was because they didn't show the actual full film (ultimate edition) in theaters. If that's the movie they had released, it would have gotten more love in my opinion. It's a masterpiece

[@bitharne]

No...BvS is trash. Once WB ripped the control form Snyder after MoS ruined all of the DC movies from then on.

[@bigboydancannon4325]

@Ed of the Dead "People who hate Snyder" Otherwise known as people with an IQ above that of a room temperature.

[@artboymoy]

I've watched BvS three times, once in the theater and twice for the Ultimate Edition. Neither changed my mind that it's not a good film. The story and characters never really felt solid and the extra stuff that was put back in was just not needed. I really only watched this movie for the introduction of Wonder Woman, who did not disappoint. What should have happened was a MoS2. Get the character more comfortable in his skin and coming to terms of being Superman and living his life as well as the world fully accepting him. Then you could have done BvS.

[@REChronic54]

@@artboymoy Yeah but I also feel like WB doesn't know what to do with their content. They sign people on but constantly mess with creative freedom. I just hope the upcoming films are good and they can get traction again.

[@MagnumTriumph]

I never found this movie to be "depressing" or "lacking fun". I felt there was too much destruction at the end and there was a few stupid moments but overall I really liked it. Solid 8/10, imperfect movie, great first entry for a cinematic universe with some room for improvement.

[@Molaleni]

I've watched this movie so many times I've lost count. It is that good!

[@jimmerhardy]

Recently, I watched it the third time and came away knowing it is a masterwork. The story arc, action, direction, cast and soundscape make it an unrelenting spectacle that may be overwhelming the first time. Definitely one of the best superhero movies, eva. Watch it again.

[@lostinlucidity]

I absolutely love this movie but over the years, I've come to the conclusion that Zack Synder could potentially make a DBZ movie, if he was given the opportunity.

[@grahamparr3933]

DBZ?

[@TANGYHATCHY]

Broooooo paw Kent telling Clark it wasn’t time yet when he went to save him from the tornado was literally the FIRST EVER moment in a film that actually made me cry.

[@breakbones47]

I never understood the complaint by critics who said it took itself too seriously? Was it not supposed to be serious about the story of Superman? I agree with you that most of the critics were just hating on this movie because it was the fashionable thing to do with Snyder’s movies 🙄

[@briane596able]

Specifically to not only America, I’m literally shocked people can’t see parallels between MOS and our society .... to see MOS as something to be dismissed or mocked ... take away multiple viewings for entertainment sake alone, MOS is absolutely a modern, relevant telling of Kal- Els story.

[@DownUnder43]

Such a great movie. Watched for the second time just the other day as I have forgotten all how the movie developed. Is probably one of the best superheroes movie I have seen. Cavils performance is just magnificent but so is the entire cast and the development of the movie. The scene where Clark lost his father in order to protect his identity still brings me sadness to this day as I have lost a parent also and he acted so damn real that I felt his pain genuine. When an actor can reach an audience this way he deserved our respect is not easy to push these emotions into others.

[@Riquinni]

Whenever you think you are having a dumb moment, just remember there were people who thought Man of Steel was "too action packed" lmao.

[@MSpotatoes]

This is my favorite superhero movie. Idc what other people think. It has some flaws, but for me, it gets so many things right, and I keep coming back to watch it.

[@kiriavatar123]

Great cinematography. Great music. Incredible story, Great pacing. Perfect movie

[@Steinjung]

Man of Steel was really grounded and anchored in the real world to me. "Superman" as an orphan-outcast alien is much more realistic I think. Maybe some did not but I connected much more with this version of the character. He was more interesting to me. The Krypton scene was so good and added a lot to the story.

[@potatolyf5566]

I don't know who disliked it but I liked it and watched it maybe over 300 times so I don't care who didn't liked this gem. I think people are so absorbed in fantasy that they forgot about reality

[@choyayahyah]

I always loved the Zack Snyder DC movies. Like you said, he makes the characters more relatable and realistic. I find the old versions of superman and the marvel movies ok but cheesy. Everyone seems out of a fairy tale as opposed to being just like people we know albeit with insane superpowers. I agreed with all your points. Great review .

[@IonVortexx]

I never understood the hate. Never did. People dont know what they want. Yet, they still managed do hate Josstice League.

[@gagalover2k10]

Well the hate for Josstice league was totally justifiable tbh...especially after watching the Snyder cut, that was amazing

[@vagabon5130]

I thought it was ballsy to give us snippets of his childhood. But it was even more sobering to see how isolated he was, that he didn’t have any friends. That really grounded him for me.

[@GothicXlightning]

always loved the original Soundtrack on this movie and also some moments about the film

[@rahmellbrown162]

I absolutely loved this movie. This my 2nd fav after ZSJL.

[@wulfrik86b70]

Micheal Shannon’s Zod is still one of/ if not my favourite comic book character live action performances

[@YouTubeisDumb69]

Why this video is not getting shared by WB. This video makes so much sense.. as Snyder said himself his movies are dark but compared to what.? This movie makes so much sense.

[@zephyr-117sdropzone8]

Let's be honest though Hans Zimmer's score tho

[@austinsherrer]

I remember watching Man of Steel when it first came out as a kid and saw the movie as "meh". But I recently rewatched it (after watching the Snyder Cut of JL) and was blown away by how amazing that movie was. I felt that it was an extremely realistic portrayal of a superman. Henry Cavill is simply amazing at playing a vulnerable Clark Kent while also playing a powerful Kal-El. It's simply incredible to see Zach Snyder's vision for this universe.

[@braillynn]

Amazing analysis of the film. I was one of the people who loved the film from the get go. I was so sad it was met with such skepticism and hate.

[@littleloss8339]

Finally someone appreciating the beauty of Man of Steel

[@krutikajadhav400]

MOS is my all time favorite movie.... just love it

[@blockwriters5728]

It's a beautiful film. Hoping Nolan and Snyder work together on more DC projects moving forward. They really knocked this out of the park. They needed Hahn Zimmer doing the score on the Snyder Cut for Justice League.

[@oneshotperrotte1541]

Great video! I would recommend that you watch man of steel answers! Or Samuel otten. They put hours of break downs and love for the movie, cast and score.

[@itsalwayssomething7490]

There are lots of video analyzes of these movies. It's crazy. A great on is "Why I hated BvS."

[@bugs2814]

Hans Zimmer's core really is strong and powerful, with Superman's theme as well as his theme with AC2's Ezio's Family, its just so freaking good...

[@SCHRODINGERS_WHORE]

When cavill first put on the suit in the movie. I had chills, NOW THAT IS SUPERMAN. I cheered!

[@TheChico868]

Man of Steel gave Superman a more serious take on his life. This is the best after Dark Night

[@VScriptedVizionairy]

I'm just baffled at how many people didn't like MOS....I freaking LOVED IT. As a guy who grew up reading comics it ticked all of my boxes...Superman was a goddamned ALIEN!!!! Treat the premise as such!!! And Zack did just that....( so did Smallville by the way)

[@lilmissynna9671]

I just watch MoS last night. It's been a while since the last time I saw it. I watched after Snyder's cut & even BvS UE. Even before I remember liking it then but watching it again I really enjoyed it and appreciated it more. MoS is indeed ahead of it's time. Snyder's Vision if DCEU gets better with time. You understand & appreciate it more.

[@Cagon415]

People dislike MOS, because they're holding on to the cheesy ideology of the character. For them, superman's inherent "goodness" is a representation of what humanity ultimately is. It's like they're afraid to admit humanity is dogshit. I think that humanity being nearly irredeemable, yet him feeling the need to save us anyway is a much better interpretation of the source material.

[@daustin8888]

You sound fun...

[@seriyooow310]

When I was younger when this came out, I never really understood why Jonathan refused to let Clark just use his powers, even when he was about to die. I kinda get what they were going for, but I just thought it was stupid (same as most people and even media reviews and on youtube) and moved on with the story. Watching the movie again, it really feels heavy and grounded. I'm so glad the cultural climate has changed wherein comic book movies are now deemed realistic and grounded unlike the 2000s to early 2010s era. This movie was truly ahead of its time. edit: I f***in cried on Jonathan's death scene, goddamn.

[@sethabitey5166]

One of the things I appreciate about Man of steel was when I saw how Clark got a shave. Because how does a man who’s indestructible ever get cut if not only by himself. So much attention to detail. Thanks Jack

[@SteveBrant55]

PS When will you be posting your review of Batman V Superman? I'm eager to hear you analysis!

[@CortexVideos]

I’m aiming to post it by Monday or Tuesday before the release of the Snyder Cut

[@jtjdrums]

I nearly missed the theatrical run of MoS. I had severe cbm fatigue at that point, was pretty fed up with the MCU formula, and I was also feeling jaded with on screen versions of Superman up until then. As a fan of Superman comics since the late 70s I'd always felt let down by his depiction on screen. But I ended up seeing MoS anyway, and came out of the film absolutely buzzing, having been put through a huge range of emotions. A rare experience for the genre. It blew me away, both as a comic book fan and as a movie fan. It's still my favourite cbm. Let's see if ZSJL can topple it 🙂

[@Mr-Litch]

Totally agree with yr assessment the film is brilliant.

[@ray1ashwin]

When I first watched it I didn't think much of it but after a re-watch I came to really love it.this is the best superman movie for me even though some may argue

[@STORMYBMAN]

Best commentary I've heard on MOS. SALUTE.

[@CortexVideos]

Thanks so much!

[@dwmca1620]

I FEEL THE SAME ABOUT THESE PARTICULAR MOVIES. JUST EXCELLENT. SO MUCH SO THAT I WAS EXCITED TO GET THE 4K VERSIONS FOR MY HOME THEATER.

[@Iamtorzell]

This movie is the definitive Superman origin story. A masterpiece. I can watch it over and over again.

[@Seramibungocha]

This movie respected so much important aspects of Life.

[@bullseye6969]

There are people who hate Henry Cavill! Really? WTF is wrong with this world.

[@bennytsai4065]

it's not a bad thing to have a British actor to play Superman in which a + points for me

[@cosmicmcmoon5773]

There are also people who were genuinely happy when Snyder's daughter passed away saying the DCEU was "saved."

[@MrAaronjgray85]

Great Video. Can see your subs taking off soon. Nice work.

[@mwheeler22]

Cortex just found your channel! Just Subscribed! Really loved your breakdown of MoS and explain it in layman’s terms. I still get emotional every time clark wants to save his father while under bridge! But ✋🏼 and shakes his head. 😢 then screams out loud. You can watch this movie over & over again!👏🏼💯

[@PipoBk]

This video essay is approved !!!! I watched the movie at least 6 times and the more I watch it the more I embrace the themes explored during the movie. They are so deep and strong it’s ok to overlook the plot holes and sometimes clunky editing

[@Imperialbbuilding]

You are so gifted in narrating these movies with a deeper understanding and explanation

[@TacticalTrucker]

_Zack Snyder and Christopher Nolan's "Man of Steel" stands as the greatest Superman movie of all time, masterfully blending realism and modern storytelling to reimagine the iconic hero. The film's ahead-of-its-time vision brought Superman into today's world, grounding the character with a depth and complexity rarely seen in superhero films._ _Hans Zimmer's powerful score elevated the emotional and epic narrative, while the stunning cinematography captured both the grandeur and intimacy of Superman's journey. Henry Cavill perfectly embodied the essence of Superman, reflecting the modern graphic novels' portrayal of the character. Snyder and Nolan's approach has inspired many directors, including Patty Jenkins, James Wan, Matt Reeves, and David Ayer, to follow in their footsteps, aiming to bring a similar level of realism and depth to their superhero films._

[@abir6827]

How can 'time' not be a factor in a movie written by Christopher Nolan

[@dude231ification]

It's like his Watchmen! Fricking masterpiece

[@whitepillprole8265]

Great video. I haven't watched this movie since it came out in theaters. I watched it this past week and I'm obsessed with it.

[@anmatrix5207]

Well times have changed Mos is the best Superman movie as well as the best superhero origin movie of all time Bvs is the best cbm of all time for most people And now for zacks jl most people who saw the leak 1 hr said it was the best 1 hr of any movie ever

[@Orion126126]

Was the last superhero movie that gave me chills

[@witchvoxful]

one of the greatest superhero movie of all time for me. This movie showcases destruction as how it should be when superheroes are fighting.

[@creategreatness8823]

What superhero film from 2008 was BEST? Iron Man or The Dark Knight? -The Dark Knight What superhero film from 2013 has proven to be the BEST? Iron Man 3, Thor: The Dark World or Man of Steel? -Man of Steel What superhero film from 2016 has proven to be the BEST? Civil War, Doctor Strange, or Dawn of Justice? -Dawn of Justice What comic book film from 2019 was BEST? Endgame or Joker? -Joker What superhero film of 2021 was BEST? No Way Home or Snyder's Justice League? -Snyder's Justice League What superhero film of 2022 will almost certainly be proven to be the BEST? Multiverse of Madness, Love and Thunder, or The Batman? -The Batman Marvel won the popularity contest for 10 years, but DC will always have the greater legacy of films. The MCU films all being stitched together means that as the MCU as a concept declines and fails...it will lower the value of every entry in the MCU, the best and worst alike. Meanwhile, the stand alone masterpieces of DC films will always stand out and stand the test of time. Even if some of the films are terrible, those will be forgotten but they won't bring down the other great films.

[@siuuuuuuuu9985]

Absolutely agree with this Marvel has more popularity because they make more movies, Dc has more iconic films Marvel movies is just filled with laughter and comedy and as a person who readd comics Dc is superior in every way the suits,actors, and seriousness in the film is superior to marvel

[@XennaShieldOP-pu6le]

still has the best action fight scenes of any superhero movie as of present day

[@wenweisu99]

you gotta give superman a character arc and here they got it just right. the initial struggles to fit in, lower your head and the final self confidence that allows him to explore beyond his comfort zone (which is so aptly reflected by hans zimmer's score "What Are You Going to Do When You Are Not Saving the World")

[@sphere7158]

Superman: Because I'm the best Batman: Where's my kryptonite?

[@jbivvy420]

I loved this movie since day one. This is what Superman tried to be in the past but technology just wasn't there. The story, characters, and action are top notch.

[@davidchen587]

Henry Cavil's superman to me has more of maturity, physical and relatability than Christopher's Superman. Man of Steel in my opinion is the greatest Superman ever made not to take away from the incredible depiction by Christopher and awesome script of original Superman, MoS to me is simply on another level in turns of different take on Superman in more of modern take, storytelling, emotional connections, Zack Snyder's amazing action sequences, original scores, visual and inspiration for hopes representing by Man of Steel. Man of steel magnified how selfless is like by some of the characters throughout its storytelling mark the purpose and belief come to made what Superman is becoming and about. Man of Steel had successfully transform the typical superman feel into more of contemporary and fill with more of meaning and purpose for the character! Oh, Michael Shannon's villain role in general Zod was fantastic as well and the final battle scene where Superman has to make the toughest choice of his life to kill the only other Kryptonian left in the universe in order to save vulnerable human family stamp his no kill mentality. Imagine a man with his super power but has no concern for killing...that is what make superman the greatest superhero, he realized that he can easily kill anyone in the universe, but he has the ultimate choice to NOT DO SO! That is what Man of Steel my greatest pick for all Superman movies, the true purpose of superman was beautifully shown throughout the movie.

[@greencoconut1950]

It was way ahead of its time for sure. It sits better today then it did back then.

[@SoundMadeVisual]

The same people who hate this film are people who clearly aren't comic heads and are aware of Supermans depth/power and of course his alternative versions. Zack truly did his HW on bringing this to light. Also people gotta remember this was Supermans DEBUT, when someone who is finding out who they are and is lost, their reality is not going to be all good vibes only and bright. Every Superman previously we have seen they already know who they are, so their reality is more full and balanced. This version was not the case, so i felt it was incredibly accurate and realistic for a literal Alien landing on earth and trying to assimilate to Earth. The damage...OMFG!!! What do you expect was going to happen when 2 aliens that discover god like powers clash around BUILDINGS?! LOL! This is how DENSE humanity is when HW is not applied. You can't BOX Superman in. His powers literally are limitless for a reason. MOS is a true tribute to what makes Superman...Superman and the true Comic Heads. MOS is a beautiful piece of ART in every way!

[@tomgurran4870]

I love Man Of Steel.

[@GauravKumar-ly8ki]

I watched this movie when i was a teenager and i found it average.... now after becoming an adult i watched it again and i absolutely loved it.....so it was not the movie which was average. Those who find it boring and average are simply kids and teenagers (at least mentally)

[@savagetrader5333]

Zack Snyder is literally a god and his movies are all masterpieces. lets not even get started with mos.

[@rostam40]

Man of Steel was simply ahead of its time. Its a masterpiece, and will become a superhero cult classic in 20 years time. If it was released today, people would be speaking about it like its one of the greatest superhero movies of all time, which it is.

[@darkstorm2579]

One thing I just noticed about the Zack Snyder DC films is that he acknowledges all the collateral damage Superman and the other heroes cause in their battles. It was all the damage that Metropolis suffered in Man of Steel that caused Batman to be so against Superman in BvS. Heck, this comes full circle in the final battle, as Batman lured Doomsday to an abandoned harbor not only because the spear was there, but also because he wouldn't have to worry about civilians getting hurt and potentially killed. In the MCU, it wasn't until Civil War when it was finally acknowledged how much damage the Avengers can cause in their battles.