Directed by James Gunn—the mad genius behind Guardians of the Galaxy and The Suicide Squad— this reboot of a beloved cultural icon delivers exactly what it promises: a thrilling, cinematic love letter to the Man of Steel.

David Corenswet (Hollywood, Twisters) is Superman, balancing dorky charm with gentle-giant warmth. Rachel Brosnahan’s (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) Lois Lane is all sass and determination, while Nicholas Hoult’s (X-Men movies, Warm Bodies) Lex Luthor is a gloriously unhinged egomaniac—every scene with him feels like waiting for a villainous jack-in-the-box to spring.

This is a no-frills superhero movie: bad guys scheme, heroes save the day, and the audience gets to kick back and enjoy the ride. No existential angst, no gritty realism—just pure, colorful escapism. Oh, those colors! The visuals aren’t just eye candy; they’re practically a character, elevating both explosive action and quiet moments without ever feeling like a sensory overload (yes, your retinas are safe). 

Gunn’s take might be the most comic-accurate Superman yet—no edgy reboots here. Even the supporting cast feels ripped from the pages, and nobody’s sidelined. The banter? Chef’s kiss. The teamwork? Double Chef's kiss.

And the action? It’s the meat and potatoes of the genre, and Gunn serves it sizzling. Every set piece is a spectacle, pulling you in like a kid pressing their face against a toy store window. You’ll leave buzzing, already hungry for more.

Verdict: 

Superman has always stood as a symbol of hope—and this film brings us back to that feeling: hopeful, inspired, and full of possibility.

It is a near-perfect reboot packed with charisma, jaw-dropping action, and Gunn’s signature humor. 

Superman soars again.

5/5

Superman is now showing in Philippine cinemas.

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