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After shooting an impala, Russel Crowe (Nikolai Kravinoff) kneels beside it and calls his son Sergei to touch the animal. Nikolai: Sergei! You see? So beautiful. Never fear death. They are prey. We are predators. Men should be only animal that is greatest. Dimitri! Don’t look so weak! Be a man!

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KRAVEN THE HUNTER is possibly the best origin story for a Marvel villain. Establishes the dark origins of the character both from a mental and physical side, well. Threshing out the experiences that shaped who he is. There are times when the movie feels more like a cold war, 80s spy thriller than Marvel flick. Which makes it better, for me.

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Is it because of the preponderance of the Russians? Maybe. Also the greyish skies, need for secrecy. The action sequences are uniquely vicious, literally biting someone’s face off and spitting it out.

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Kraven scaling concrete walls and incredible hand to hand combat skills are perfect for the IMAX and 4Dx experience. Where the visuals and sound are all taken to a higher level.

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4DX

4DX on the other hand goes beyond visuals. “This multi-sensory cinematic experience draws you into the movie as if you are actually there. The experience incorporates on-screen visuals with seat motions and environmental effects like mist, scent, fog and others to make the movie come alive. Kind of like a ride plus a movie kind of thing.”  From Spot.ph: Hold on to Your Popcorn: 4DX Cinemas Are Back at Selected Ayala Malls 4DX is currently available at Ayala Malls: Bonifacio High Street, U.P. Town Center and Greenbelt 3

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Paternal Russel Crowe

Central to the origin story of Kraven (Aaron Taylor Johnson) is his father Nikolai Kravinoff. Producers needed a gifted actor for such a critical role. Russel Crowe fit the bill, also having played Jor-El in MAN OF STEEL. Although Nikolai is far more of an ‘influence’ than the A.I. version of Superman’s father. He’s a real person who shaped the lives of sons Sergei and Dimitri (Fred Hechinger) albeit in a negative way.

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Nikolai is the head of the Russian mob operating in several countries. In a lot of ways traumatized both his children. From his tragic relationship with their mother to his insistence on a life of crime. To Nikolai’s regret, this creates an opposite effect, at least with Sergei. Instead of choosing a life of crime, becomes a vigilante hunting criminals down. Instead of killing animals, wanting to protect them.

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Owing to the versatility of Crowe as an actor, he’s extremely convincing as a bad guy. Love the thick Russian accent from Crowe, while not being overdone. Also changed his voice to low gravelly, style making it more believable. This may go down as one of his more memorable performances. GLADIATOR1 being one of them. And currently the sequel GLADIATOR2 being a smash hit in both U.S. and international markets.

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Aaron Taylor Johnson’s Transformation

Almost a cliché that the Brits are amazing actors, often recruited in Hollywood. Aaron Taylor Johnson is definitely one of them. He has long body of work. Having won a Golden Globe Best Supporting actor in NOCTURNAL ANIMALS (2016). But is almost unrecognizable as he takes one role after another. Back in 2013 he was in ANNA KARENINA as Count Vronsky as Keira Knightley’s scandalous lover.

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But his transformation to more action oriented roles began with AVENGERS AGE OF ULTRON (2015) as Pietro Maximoff. Both roles as Russian, which incidentally is in his blood, being of Russian Jewish descent in real life. He had a convincing Southern twang in THE WALL (2017) opposite John Cena as American snipers in Iraq.

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Fred Hechinger as brother Dimitri is another notable performance. Hechinger shows the slow evolution of the role from someone weak to gaining his own identity. Again, another skillful English actor making waves as Emperor Caracalla in GLADIATOR 2.

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Incredible action sequences

KRAVEN has unleashed the full action potential of Aaron Taylor Johnson. One to watch out for is an unforgettable chase scene. Possibly the best in recent memory. Instead of having dozens of cars like FAST AND FURIOUS or MISSION IMPOSSIBLE franchises, its one man against a van.

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Aaron Taylor Johnson running barefoot with a speed and agility of a cheetah. Crashing through a glass window, falling two stories and then finally catching up and tearing into the door of a bullet proof van. You can see the animalistic speed and strength that KRAVEN possesses. Aaron can do it all, from the acrobatic moves to the dramatic scenes with his family. While KRAVEN is technically a MARVEL villain, he is one that audiences root for.

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Life Like Animation

A consistent undertone of the story is the respect for all life, including animals. To be able to do this, computer generated animals were created. The technology has gotten to the point of being indistinguishable from the real thing. The early scenes had a magnificent large lion in Tanzania. There are also herds of buffaloes which figured prominently in the story.

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But the most unique beast is the snow leopard aka Amur Leopard native to Far East Russia and China. There are very few sightings in the wild as it is considered critically endangered. It was hunted into near extinction, 19^th century. Kraven has an amazing scene where he wrestles the deadly snow leopard.

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In the middle of the Supreme council meeting in Krypton an explosion kills guards, General Zod barges in. General Zod (Michael Shannon): This council has been disbanded. Ro zar (Mary Black): On who’s Authority? Zod: Mine. (shoots Ro Zar) The rest of you will be tried and punished accordingly. Jor El (Russell Crowe): What are you doing Zod? This is madness. Zod: What I should have done years ago. These lawmakers with their endless debates have led Krypton to ruin! Jor El: And if your forces prevail? You’ll be the leader of nothing. Zod: Then join me help me save our race. We’re staring new we’ll sever the degenerative bloodlines that led us to this day. Jor El: Who will decide which blood line survives? You? Zod: Don’t question me, the last thing I want is for us to be enemies. Jor El: You have abandoned the principles that bound us together. You have taken the sword against your own people. I will honor the man you once were Zod. Not this monster you’ve become.

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MAN OF STEEL differentiates it self from other Superman versions because of the deeper exploration of the storyline in the planet Krypton. Casting Russell Crowe affords the role of Jor El better fight and action sequences. Gladiator gets to kick ass on planet Krypton. Henry Cavill as Kal El / Superman doesn’t show up til half the movie. The action starts way before there even was a Superman and that’s ok.

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Having director Zack Snyder of 300 fame is a guarantee to all fans that there are fast paced and elaborate action sequences. And he certainly delivered. There will also be a much-awaited sequel to his huge 2006 hit- 300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE.

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The role of General Zod is also given a greater importance here. Michael Shannon from previous experience is tailor made for it. Shannon played Agent Nelson Van Alden in HBO’s BOARDWALK EMPIRE. He was a religious cop who was into self-flagellation during the era of prohibition. Since most of the police force were in the pockets of the bootleggers, he was the only one not on the take. So when he suspected his partner as corrupt he had no qualms of killing him. Shannon is able to portray insanity in a moralistic self-righteous way for BOTH characters.

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HENRY CAVILL is the new Superman for the millennium. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

For the first time, a Brit is cast as Superman, Henry Cavill (pronounced as travel). His best-known role was of THE TUDORS series. One of Henry Cavill’s favorite films of all time was GLADIATOR. MAN OF STEEL gives him the chance to play his idol’s son. Russell Crowe is also an international actor, being Australian himself.

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Apart from them there cast also has other international actors, one of which is young German actress Antje Traue, (pronounced as Ahntye Trow-uh). She plays one of Zod’s officers, Faora Ul. Antje was also recently seen in another sci-fi action film PANDORUM with Dennis Quaid and UFC star Cung Le. Israeli actress Ayelet Zurer (pronounced as EYE-uh-let Zer-AIR) is Jor El’s wife Lara Lor-Van. Ayelet was in ANGELS & DEMONS with Tom Hanks but can also be seen in the hit TV series TOUCH as Rosemary Mathis.

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General Zod (Michael Shannon) is in armor even in Krypton. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Epic Battle between supermen

By the time Zod reaches earth to look for a grown up Kal El, the action here gets turned up a notch. MAN OF STEEL unlike previous versions is a lot darker and more apocalyptic. The fight scene between Faora Ul and Kal El is particularly violent. Whole blocks of buildings are damaged. The fight also goes so fast because of super speed and flight. The violence far exceeds that of SUPERMAN II with Christopher Reeve also battling other Kryptonians.

from left: General Swanwick (Harry Lennix), Major Carrie Farris (Christina Wren) and Dr. Emil Hamilton (Richard Schiff). Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

General Zod in battle armor (Michael Shannon). Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Zod and his other soldiers land on earth complete with a special suit of armor. Understandably the atmosphere in Krypton is different and although the air on Earth is survivable still takes some getting used to. Kal El arrived as an infant and is already acclimatized to our air. He’s also had a lifetime to master the superpowers that being on earth gives Kryptonians.

General Zod (Michael Shannon) struggles with using heat vision and other new powers on Earth. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Laurence Fishburne is Daily Planet Editor Perry White and Amy Adams is tough investigative reporter Lois Lane. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Faora Ul (Antje Traue) has breathing apparatus with suit / armor. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Faora Ul battled Kal El along with another figure in a suit but has a dark or covered faceplate. The look is reminiscent of an armor seen in IRON MAN 3.  Was the figure an android? Was the suit a response to the popularity of a MARVEL franchise film? We’re not exactly sure but it really made for an explosive fight scene.

Faora Ul (Antje Traue) in Kryptonian battle armor. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Kal El (Henry Cavill) there are quite a few epic fight scenes versus OTHER Kryptonians. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Don’t make the mistake of thinking that it’s all action with no substance. Hardcore comic book fans will appreciate seeing planet Krypton’s, culture, science and motivations as a race is fully explored more than previous versions. Sci fi fans will be able to see how and advanced alien technology is visualized. For example interactive 3D technology is taken one-step further. Nano particles take the shape of what needs to be visualized as opposed to screens, like living sculptures.

Director Zack Snyder and Amy Adams who plays Lois Lane. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall

Christopher Meloni plays Colonel Nathan Hardy. He’s more known for HBO’s TRUE BLOOD and Law & Order: SVU. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

The film also explains why Zod is so obsessed with conquering earth and why Kal El is fighting for us. It helps us earthlings realize why we should take care of our planet; it’s the only one we’ve got.

Kal El (Henry Cavill) flies in Earth’s orbit, this film also has an environmental theme. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall

Kal El (Henry Cavill) is buried in a sea of skulls. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Kal El (Henry Cavill) is taken in by the U.S. Government. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Brace yourselves for action like never before in MAN OF STEEL. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

HENRY CAVILL is the new Superman for the millennium. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

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Jude Thaddeus Bautista

Clark-13 yrs old (Dylan Sprayberry): I just wanted to help. Jonathan Kent (Kevin Costner): I know you did but we talked about this. Right? Clark you have to keep this side of yourself a secret. Clark: What was I supposed to do, let them die? Jonathan: Maybe. There’s more at stake here than our lives and the lives of those around us. The world finds out what you can do its gonna change everything, our beliefs, what it means to be human, everything. You saw how Pete’s mom reacted right? She was scared. Clark: Why? Jonathan: People are afraid of what they don’t understand.

Jonathan Kent (Kevin Costner) shows the craft that his adopted son Clark Kent-at 13 yrs old (Dylan Sprayberry) arrived in. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Just like the dialogue above between Clark and his earthly father, played by Kevin Costner, there’s a stronger emphasis on how parents are able to shape the minds of their children and explains how Superman became the person he is. Apart from just watching MAN OF STEEL with your dad, there are a lot of Father’s day activities this weekend in Resorts World Manila, Shang Rila Plaza Mall, East Wood Mall and Lucky China Town Mall.

GLADIATOR Russell Crowe is Jor El he also gets to kick ass in Krypton. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Jor El (Russell Crowe) lifts off on a flying beast, there’s more of Krypton in MAN OF STEEL than any other SUPERMAN film. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

For millions of fans Superman is one of the most recognizable characters in comic books and film. MAN OF STEEL by Zack Snyder is an explosive, action driven update to a well-loved icon. The quick, exciting action sequences are no surprise from Zack Snyder. He built his reputation on 300 with upcoming sequel 300: RISE OF AN EMPIRE. At the same time it also has a logical and more relevant storyline that audiences today can relate to. Screenwriters David S. Goyer and Christopher Nolan did a fantastic job in this regard. Chris Nolan wrote and directed INCEPTION and DARK KNIGHT.

Director Zack Snyder of 300 fame was perfect for the exciting fight scenes in MAN OF STEEL. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

This is no mean feat because SUPERMAN THE MOVIE produced in 1978 by Alexander Salkind was such a monumental success that its lead star Christopher Reeve has become the face of Kal El in the minds of so many fans. Everything from the casting, Gene Hackman played Lex Luthor, Marlon Brando as Jor El, to the special effects, story and music by John Williams gained both critical and commercial acclaim. Countless remakes on television and film have forever been compared to the trilogy of movies that Reeve made famous. I remember seeing it as a child in the early 1980s on Betamax. I only saw the re mastered version on HBO last year. I was even more impressed at how convincing the special effects were without the CGI that we’ve gotten so used to in recent years.

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It’s the same problem that George Lucas had with the first STAR WARS films- ‘New Hope’, ‘Empire Strikes Back’ and ‘Return of the Jedi’. Millions of fans have devoted themselves, inhabited the worlds and have been those characters in their minds because of those iconic films.

Zod’s crafts attacks Jor El’s home. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

The Lois Lane (Amy Adams) and Kal El (Henry Cavill) romance was not emphasized. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Being able to live up to the expectations AND the standards previously set is nearly impossible. To a certain extent BATMAN by Tim Burton starring Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson was also as memorable as Reeve. Nicholson’s performance made the role of the Joker for the first time more interesting than the title character. That’s why Christian Bale and Heath Ledger’s achievements in those two roles are worthy of praise. Both Batman versions have won Oscars.

Laurence Fishburne plays Perry White. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

MARVEL comic book heroes don’t have as big a problem of having to overcome those achievements in film the way DC’s Superman and Batman have to. Success for the X-MEN franchise, IRON MAN, THE AVENGERS, THOR and CAPTAIN AMERICA in recent years is all about the numbers: ticket sales, merchandising as opposed to awards or critical praise.

GLADIATOR Russell Crowe is Jor El . Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Gladiator and Elliot Ness

In MAN OF STEEL, Henry Cavill doesn’t have to BE the next Christopher Reeve. There’s enough interest for fans to want to see Russell Crowe cast as Jor El and Costner as the human father Jonathan Kent. Cavill may very well make his own stamp in this iconic character, only time will tell.

from left: Jor El (Russell Crowe ) and Lara Lor-Van is played by Israeli superstar Ayelet Zurer. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

One advantage of Russell Crowe is that he is more than capable of handling action scenes with GLADIATOR as one of his most famous films. By the time Marlon Brando was Jor El, he was morbidly obese and more senior. Who wouldn’t want to see Gladiator and former Roman general Maximus Decimus Meridius literally kick ass in planet Krypton? And yes, he does get to do so in this movie. Kevin Costner had just as many action filled roles: Elliot Ness in THE UNTOUCHABLES and DANCES WITH WOLVES. Here it’s his dramatic side that shines through.

from left: Jor El (Russell Crowe) has an expanded role in Man of Steel (right) Kal El/Superman (Henry Cavil). Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

There is also more screen time for Russell Crowe as Jor El is able to program software that creates a realistic 3D hologram. JOR EL comes alive in ways that Marlon Brando wasn’t able to. The concept of interactive software is easier to understand nowadays.

Clark Kent-at 13 yrs old (Dylan Sprayberry). Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

MORE REALISTIC Superman

If that is at all possible, they have made Superman more human or realistic. That’s the knock on Superman is that he is all-powerful and invincible. One of the major changes is being able to understand what the psychological effects of having his powers and abilities have especially at a young age. This actually makes sense, how would anyone be able to deal with for example super hearing? All these various sounds near and far flood his ears. He wouldn’t have any control over his x-ray vision. Imagine the horrific images and sounds that would wreak havoc on a child.

Jonathan Kent (Kevin Costner) shows the craft that his adopted son Clark Kent-at 13 yrs old (Dylan Sprayberry) arrived in. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

The lovely Diane Lane is Martha Kent. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Again this is where his human parents are given a more important role. Diane Lane is yet another amazing casting choice as Martha Kent. She has a special connection with her son that helps him control his powers.

from left: Lois Lane (Amy Adams) and Colonel Nathan Hardy is played by Christopher Meloniwho is in HBO’s TRUE BLOOD and LAW&ORDER SVU. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

As part of the more realistic update, there’s also less emphasis on the romance between Lois Lane played by Amy Adams. Margot Kidder’s Lois Lane seems to be a better fit, it has a lot less to do with the acting as to how the character was written.

Amy Adams is a tougher investigative journalist than previous Lois Lanes. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

In SUPERMAN THE MOVIE, Lois Lane has a funnier ‘relationship’ with Clark Kent. There IS a lot more humor in the 1978 version, where Lois insults and berates the bungling Clark Kent and yet melts in the presence of Superman (while not recognizing him without the glasses). Perhaps there will be more romantic chemistry/scenes in the sequel.

Jor El (Russell Crowe) and Lara Lor-Van (Ayelet Zurer) launch infant Kal El to Earth. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

GLADIATOR Russell Crowe is Jor El. Superman fans will get to see Krypton like never before. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

MAN OF STEEL is not just a retelling of the same old story but a different story altogether. Krypton is more fully visualized and becomes an example. The destruction of Krypton is connected to the environmental degradation on earth. The Kryptonians have used up their sources of energy, which led to the destruction of their planet. You can easily replace oil, with the Kryptonians exploitation of their core. The film also comments on genetic engineering, individuals losing their chance to choose what they want to be and losing element of chance. The film’s most powerful message however, is not any of these.

Superstar cast Kevin Costner and Diane Lane are Clark’s parents. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

While Kal El’s Kryptonian parents gave him super powers and even the Fortress of Solitude it’s his earthly parents who mold his mind, his character. Their nurturing and guidance is what makes him a true hero.

Cooper Timberline is Clark Kent at 9 years old. Superman didn’t just happen, his earthly parents instilled values in him since childhood. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

Jonathan Kent (Kevin Costner) has the difficult task of explaining why Clark at 13 yrs old (Dylan Sprayberry) has to hide his abilities. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.

HENRY CAVILL is the new Superman for the millennium. Catch MAN OF STEEL in Newport Cinemas-Resort’s World Manila, EASTWOOD City Mall, Lucky China Town Mall and Shang Rila Plaza mall.