Tuesday, May 23, 2006

Movie Review - Superman

Superman (1978)
directed by Richard Donner
rating: 3 out of 5 jalapeƱos
on DVD from Blockbuster

Clark Kent's decision to not reveal his identity to Lois Lane in her rooftop apartment is a good reason why "Superman" remains an emotional film. Plenty of other decisions - Hackman's Luthor, Kidder's poem - are terrible, but I like the size and simplicity of Krypton.

Brando goes pound for pound with Superman's hometown on both girth and downplay. He's a great fat actor, with an "S" on his chest and a cave full of crystals.