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Superman

Superman

Science Fiction · Action · Adventure · 1978

Mild-mannered Clark Kent works as a reporter at the Daily Planet alongside his crush, Lois Lane. Clark must summon his superhero alter-ego when the nefarious Lex Luthor launches a plan to take over the world.

Movie details

Superman

“You'll believe a man can fly.”

1978 Science Fiction · Action · Adventure 2h 24m

Critical arithmetic

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TMDB

7.2 / 10

Community rating

Mild-mannered Clark Kent works as a reporter at the Daily Planet alongside his crush, Lois Lane. Clark must summon his superhero alter-ego when the nefarious Lex Luthor launches a plan to take over the world.

CriticWise case file

What this film says about your taste.

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The archetype split

Who fights over Superman?

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Richard Donner

Written by

Leslie Newman · Robert Benton · Mario Puzo · David Newman

Christopher Reeve

Christopher Reeve

Clark Kent / Superman

Margot Kidder

Margot Kidder

Lois Lane

Gene Hackman

Gene Hackman

Lex Luthor

Marlon Brando

Marlon Brando

Jor-El

Ned Beatty

Ned Beatty

Otis

Jackie Cooper

Jackie Cooper

Perry White

Glenn Ford

Glenn Ford

Pa Kent

Court is in session

Put Superman on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.