The world changed when mankind, the citizens of Metropolis and billionaire Bruce Wayne were witness to the awesome power of the Superman. Now 2 years later, the love affair is seemingly ended when the Man of Steel becomes involved in the complexities of international politics with lives lost amidst terrorists/rebels. As journalist Lois Lane attempts to clear his name, Senate Hearings and the media compel Superman to work within the system, the Batman escalates his war on crime seeking a means to end the potential threat of Superman and Lex Luthor appears to be pulling strings behind the scenes.
Just as with every previous film, Snyder's grandiose visuals supersede and essentially suffocate any opportunities for intriguing plot, character development, or anything beyond CGI extravagance. The film presented too much and not enough simultaneously. The visual effects, dream sequences, and other traditional tropes of an action drama stood in the way of getting to know or care much about what is going on in this "universe."
PROS - Ben Affleck was a decent Bruce Wayne / Batman. - Henry Cavill remains a solid choice for Superman. - Aqua Man was barely shown. - Diane Lane, Laurence Fishburn, and Jeremy Irons were all solid in their minor roles. - If you're into special effects, you'll probably enjoy the absurd amount showcased in this film.
CONS - Jesse Eisenberg - Snyder apparently forgot that Batman does NOT kill people - The "battle" between Batman and Superman lasted approximately five minutes of the 151 minute run time. - Batman's origin story is repeated and used to accent a major point within the film. - Far too much focus on Lois Lane (three heroes and she still shows up and plays a role in nearly every major battle sequence) - Lack of story and character development - Various plot holes - Ad naseum...
This is likely the last superhero film I will waste my time viewing, as the superhero "team" concept is already abysmal. Showcasing numerous heroes / super humans in one film takes away from the development, and therefore, the connection to the hero. "Oh well" says Hollywood; we're still making a killing!
The film was announced at San Diego Comic-Con International 2013, following the release of Man of Steel. His pre-production begins at East Los Angeles College in October 2013, with his principal photography beginning in May 2014 in Detroit, Michigan, with additional filming in Chicago, Illinois. The film was shot in December 2014. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice is scheduled to be released in the United States on March 25, 2016, in 2D, 3D, and IMAX 3D formats.
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