Just came back from the theater.

What... the fuck was that...?
This was my first Superman film, as a newcomer it felt just awful. I dont know any of these characters. I dont know how they got their powers. Too many of them hogging screentime and stealing from Superman. The entire movie Superman was getting his ass beat, he doesnt feel all that powerful. It felt frustrating to watch. I wanted moments where he can just overpower all the bullshit and beat some asses. But it never really happens.

It felt like a movie only for already existing fans. Potential new fans like me were left in the dust.
Pacing was awful. One scene Superman is beloved, and suddenly every news program is showing the clip of his parents. And instantly everyone hates him. Throwing shit at him. What the fuck? It happened with Lex too at the end, all the new programs are shitting on him and he has tears falling from his face. How do you cry that fast over a broadcast. It just felt so rushed.

I did really like the music (guitar and beats were badass), color grading, and overall vibe. But its all kinda superficial since the story wasnt compelling to me. It didnt lead to cool moments or dramatic scenes. It was just very bland.

Mister Terrific was literally more badass than Superman. I thought this was a SUPERMAN film. It just felt the purpose like an introduction to the DCU. Not a good Superman film or story.

Its not offensively bad and unsalvageable though. Better luck next film, but this is rocky start for a new cinematic universe. We really need a homerun to begin with.