'Perfect' summer blockbuster hailed as 'best superhero film in years' now in cinemas
The year's most eagerly awaited blockbuster has landed, and it's already garnering high praise from both critics and enthusiasts alike.
The film ushers in a fresh comic book cinematic universe, featuring an epic action-packed narrative that pits one of the most legendary superheroes ever against his formidable foe in a timeless showdown.
With David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan leading the cast, Superman is the thrilling spectacle that superhero aficionados have been longing for – and now it's here.
Taking flight in cinemas on Friday, 11th July, the movie boasts an impressive 83 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Helmed by the visionary behind Guardians of the Galaxy, James Gunn, and co-produced with Peter Safran, DC Studios is poised to unveil a new expansive DC realm filled with gods and monsters through this crowd-pleaser, reports the Mirror.
Early viewers who've had the chance to witness the film in theatres are hailing it as one of the finest comic book adaptations in recent times.
A fan exclaimed on X (formerly Twitter): "For me, #Superman is not only the best Superman movie, but it's likely the best comic book movie in the post-COVID era.
"It's fun, flashy and, well, super. Corenswet is a chatty, charismatic Supes. A great time - I look forward to the future of DC Studios under Gunn and Safran."
Another cinema-goer hinted at a surprise breakout role: "I can't say much more until I post my official review, but oh my god Mister Terrific (played by Edi Gathegi) is an absolute scene stealer in #Superman.
"He has one of the best action sequences in the film and some of the best one-liners in any superhero movie."
Another viewer gushed: "James Gunn's SUPERMAN is the comic book movie I've been waiting to see for decades.
"The film shines with a sense of play that, paired with kicka** filmmaking, superhero cinema hasn't seen this boldly served since Sam Raimi's Spider-Man 2. The DC Universe is in good hands."
And a final enthusiast proclaimed: "#Superman is a comic come to life in ways I never knew were possible and beaming with so much heart that I couldn't help but love it!
"A beautiful story that balances many elements really well with a perfect cast and the most creative action possible.
"I could talk about this for hours so I'll end by saying that Superman made me feel a way I haven't felt watching a superhero movie in a long time.
"It's the genre at its best and EASILY my fav Superman film, I still haven't stopped smiling."
Will you be amongst the millions of supporters queuing up to witness Superman soar once more this weekend?
Superman is in UK cinemas now.
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