Superman Movie review “Last Son of Krypton has Returned”

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Written By Yongma Lee

Seen at Lacey Regal Cinemas via IMAX on July 11, 2025; Movie Released in July 11, 2025

July 11, 2025

Updated: July 14, 2025

 

             As James Gunn would emphasize, “Flash’s reset on the DCEU created a soft reboot paving way for the DC Cinematic Universe.” And this soft reboot also created an entirely new universe as we’re witnessing the film being part of Chapter One: Gods and Monsters. The studio formerly called the film, Superman: Legacy, as Superman continues to uphold his core beliefs of Truth, Justice and the human way. But modern society seems to stray from it. All the same, I congratulate Gunn for bringing Superman to the classic comic book narrative with a few twists. However, I have to wait and see like everyone else, including the post credit scenes. Let’s see what the latest version of the Man of Steel presents.

             It’s time to return to the DC Multiverse and dive in to see. Let’s see what the latest addition to that Multiverse present to the table, shall we? Also be aware that there will be spoilers found in the review.

Plot Spoilers

             Superman must reconcile his alien Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as reporter Clark Kent. As the embodiment of truth, justice and the human way he soon finds himself in a world that views these as old-fashioned. In addition, Lex Luthor returned to attempt to destroy superman with his latest scheme including, the “Hammer of Boravia.” How would superman handle a world that thinks of kindness as old-fashioned? What kind of new changes that would make the new DC Universe unique? What surprises Gunn have for it?

Pros and Cons in the Film

             After seeing the movie, I would say super that would describe the movie. Even though the film did skip the life and times of Clark Kent becoming superman, James Gunn really did an amazing job in staying true to the adaptation along with adding a few of his personal touches. Personal touches including a witty quip from Luthor’s employees when letting loose a Kaiju to distract Superman. Or even changing Krypto not only based on Gunn’s dog but also make this version of a Super Dog have a super attitude when he trashed the Fortress. Even Alan Tudyk’s portrayal as one of the robots is very humorous. There’s also a cameo of John Cena portraying as Peacemaker once again. What really got my wanting to support Superman is his speech about his flaws is as much human as any other person despite being Kryptonian. There’s a funny Krypto moment shutting up Luthor’s rebuttal. On a majority this movie does have heart.

             One of the cons I would like to address being is that they should’ve show the Kal-El’s parents send him from Krypton to Earth and also add some subtitles to clear up some misunderstanding. That way, it would further amplify Luthor’s lengths in means of discrediting Superman. I would also hope that the movie would also present a bit more in detail, especially with a post credit scene that would tease the next movie. The story also felt need more polishing because I felt that adding Green Lantern, Hawk Girl, and Mister Terrific is very unnecessary. Other than these, the rest looks fine.

Final Thoughts

             Overall, this happens to be the best Superman Film in the 21st century. The movie has wit and a lot of heart put into the film courtesy of Gunn. The movie was greatly enjoyable that I plan to watch the movie again a little later on. Superman, formerly known as “Superman Legacy,” have created a strong impression on the soft reboot for the DC Cinematic Universe. Even the cast is all star quality, including Alan Tudyk who portray as super robot number four. Out of all the superman movies I hear or see this one is definitely the best.

I’m giving Superman 8.7 out of 10 stars. It’s up, up, and away for the DCU franchise and let’s hope it’s here to stay as much as Marvel Cinematic universe.

Location: Washington, USA

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