A Warner Bros Picture, Written by Mario Puzo, David Newman, Leslie Newman, Robert Benton, Directed by Richard Donner.
This film is often regarded as the first ‘great’ superhero movie, and it is tough to argue. The film is simply excellent, with a real focus on the characters and interactions, instead of just non-stop action (due to the budget).
The score is simply iconic and the effects, while obviously seeming slightly silly now, were outstanding when the film was released.
The casting is where the real success happens. Christopher Reeve manages to really convince by playing Clark and Superman as too very different characters, and Margot Kidder proves a great foil as a funny and determined Lois Lane.
Legendary actors Gene Hackman and Marlon Brando were used as the main selling points, and obviously they do good work, but it is very much a case of big stars in supporting roles here.
An iconic piece of cinema.
Rating = 4/5
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