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Superman (2025) is a movie that brings fresh life into the DC Universe. From the moment the film begins, you can feel the difference. James Gunn does not waste time repeating the old origin story. Instead, he throws us right into the action, where Superman has already been saving lives for three years. This approach makes the movie feel faster and more engaging.
David Corenswet completely owns the role of Superman. He plays Clark Kent with charm and heart, showing not just the power of Superman but also his human side. His connection with Lois Lane, played wonderfully by Rachel Brosnahan, is one of the film's best parts. Their relationship feels natural, filled with respect and care rather than forced drama.
Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor brings a cold, calculating villain to the screen. He isn't loud or over-the-top; he's smart and scary in a very real way. His manipulation of the media and people around him feels very close to what we see in the real world, making the story more believable.
The addition of Krypto the Superdog gives some much-needed fun moments, especially for younger audiences. The Justice Gang also appears, adding some high-energy team scenes. But what surprised me the most was the balance between action, fun, and deeper themes. Superman struggles with being seen as a hero when the world is full of political issues and public mistrust. This shows a very relatable side of him.
One thing I really enjoyed was watching the movie again on Afdah after the theater release. Afdah made it easy to revisit the movie at home, and on the second watch, I noticed many small details-like background cameos and clever dialogues-that I missed the first time. The scenes felt just as powerful on a smaller screen, especially the emotional moments between Clark and his Earth parents.