Kal-El understands its purpose | Superman Returns

Superman Returns | 2006

[CelestialDraconis]

Maaan, that bit where he's just casually flying over the civilians, and they spot him with such excitement, knowing they're being looked after...that right there, is why this film was so endearingly charming. They really captured the essence of Superman that the newer films rarely show. It's not always about the grandiose fights against big monsters. It's those little moments from the perspective of the civilians where they just feel so safe seeing their hero.

[wezob]

Man that scene where he flies pass is so grounded, I could see my self looking up in awe just as those people did. This movie is the superman we needed. Simply lovely.

[alecworthenmusic]

the imagery in this film is so beautiful, and you can see how truly alone he is in the world. a man above the rest of us and living among us, but never really one of us.

[grapelund]

I always loved how this movie stayed true to actually showing him fly. I love man of steel, but you barely see him fly, he’s just darting from here to there, instant takeoffs and landings. To me, seeing him fly is just as important as the superhero stuff, lol

[p.p]

Something we need to point out is the moment Superman’s heart breaks after hearing Lois doesn’t love him, he immediately flys to space to listen out for people in need

[D-oq]

When his father is talking to him and then switches off to this scene @ 3:43 I felt the weight of Superman’s responsibilities. I loved the way they show him floating still over the planet listening to the people’s needs. Brandon played a emotional part of Superman that I really appreciated.

[Ill-informedart]

I love the way the flying is portrayed, no sonic booms or fast winds, just the sound of his cape in the wind.

[RShadow]

This movie is so underrated. Brandan Routh is an amazing Superman, and this honestly hits me in the feels because though humanity does and says such cruel things to Superman, he, an outcast and an alien, still listens to our cries and helps us.

[Dakers]

He is truly alone! The performance of Brandon Routh conveys this. Henry Cavill would generate a different feeling, because his acting persona I have seen in all 3 of his performances is different. It's not a swipe at Cavill. Routh has a different acting approach in his interpretation. A bit more stoic & self reflective. Many people, I'm sure prefer Cavill. I see a little of myself in Routh's performance, as many do.

[johnbills]

A scene like this tells you how great this movie is. It brings emotions, character and intensity to the actors. Unfortunately we live in a time where humans' taste is at its lowest.

[bigaj]

That bit of him flying past the Daily Planet as the sun sets, with the amazing music in the background is just beautiful

[lessermook]

0:03 One of the best Superman Flight shots in history.

The flapping of his cape
The honest to God pretty good insertion of the cgi model to fit in the environment, very convincing.
The whoosh as he passes by
The camera following him perfectly,
Yes, that little girl exclaiming "Superman", LOVE her, love that reaction; A child's reaction.
And the mother reaching for her, but missing because even SHE's in awe of what she just witnessed, not even breaking her gaze to get the child, lol, accurate reaction.


Seamless shot.









A pov shot from a street corner, going home from work or from a child's perspective, seeing a man deadass fly overhead while everyday life moves on.

No DBZboss fights, yet it's the LITTLE details are what's memorable.

[janoycresva]

This is the best Superman movie of all time in my opinion. I'm still amazed by the stunning visuals of this movie, it looks better than movies today do. And the soundtrack is absolutely phenomenal as well.

[dreamreaver]

This is how Superman movies should be. Makes you feel the loneliness of Superman in a human world. Flying to the storm clouds alone, his father's voice reminds him that he is not a human being like them ..Man i love this movie so much.

[lipranditoys]

The visual effects still look amazing.

[WarhawkBeyond]

The idea of Superman being gone for five years and comes back to find that not only has Lois moved on but the entire world has as well made for a great story, they should have kept that going and expanded it into a new series of movies with him trying to find his place in the world again. It would have been amazing I think and Brandon Routh did a wonderful job in carrying that weight and emotion on his shoulders, just wished we got to see more of that but I'm really excited to see him back in the suit one more time for the crisis crossover this December

[aylmerperdana]

Zack Snyder make superman's flying like everything is fast. But Bryan Singer make superman's flying so smooth and fast at the same time, it depends on every situation. Believe or not this movie's visual is so smooth in 2006 😊😊 I love it!

[MBRSims]

This film is so under-appreciated. It was much truer to the spirit of Superman than what we've had since. Breaks my heart that it flopped.

[Larriex]

This scene is such a particular piece, it gives me quite strong emotions

[TheMJKnight]

It's a pity we didn't get to see more movies with Brandon as Superman. I thought he was good