Review of Superman Returns (2006) by Adam S — 07 Jan 2013

Those looking for an exciting epic will be disappointed. I went into the movie with that expectation. It doesn't help that the plot slowly progresses.

This review of Superman Returns (2006) was written by Adam S on 07 Jan 2013.

Superman Returns has generally received positive reviews.

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