Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice
“The Bat is dead. Bury it. Consider this mercy” Superman to Batman in Batman v. Superman The above quote, which takes place about an hour into Batman v Superman; Dawn of Justice, is an example of where I disagree with director Zack Synder’s interpretation of Superman. When Superman comes across as threatening he loses the nobility which is a cornerstone of the character. Even in this post 9/11 world Superman doesn’t need to use tough talk more akin to 24’s Jack Bauer or a Clint Eastwood cop because he doesn’t have to. By behaving this way, he fuels the concern many of the characters in this new series have about an alien in their midst. I was mixed on Man of Steel, appreciating some of the changes, like Lois figuring out who Clark is early on, but not enjoying the excessive destruction of the protracted third act nor David S. Goyer’s heavy handed dialogue. Man of Steel was more profitable for Warner Brothers than the more traditional Superman Returns, which I loved , b