[ComicGuy89]

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Originally Posted by Locke

If that is what you are looking for, then Man of Steel does not provide.

Nolan and Goyer want a pretentious character study, Snyder wants explosions and as Snyder is on the helm of the project he is practically scrambling over the plot to get to the fighting.

A majority of the story is told through artsy fartsy flashbacks and although there is a LOT of exposition it's crammed in a very small space to get it out of the way, in this odd fashion of explaining everything at length but in a rushed fashion to such extent that it both no longer makes sense or really means anything.

I really don't know if I plan to see it in cinemas. Eventually, definitely, but not sure if it's worth the price of admission (which is pretty darn high here).

Action doesn't have to conflict with characterization, though. Avengers was action-packed, but it gave each of the characters enough character moments to be satisfying and ultimately taught Iron Man a great lesson. Star Trek Into Darkness was accused of being all spectacle, but it sneaked in great moments for all the main crew too. Those were amazing movies in my eyes.

I don't believe Man of Steel is totally devoid of characterization as the history of Superman is dripped in character. Still, I haven't watched it yet.