EDITORIAL: The Way It Should Have Been- MAN OF STEEL

my opinion, fanboys on a panel is the wrong way to go. We all don't agree, and some of us don't want to think about how certain things won't translate to film (ie people whining about not having Hawkeye's 616 costume in the Avengers movie). movie makers, they know we are going to see a movie based on a comic book regardless and either rip on it (in which they can simply write us off as fanatical nerds) or we'll like (and it gives the stamp of approval in the nerd world). They are making a movie that will appeal to the masses. The costume design of MOS isn't bad. Yes it's darker, but generally, a guy running around in a bright red and blue bodysuit won't work anymore IMO. As long as it's still Superman in the sense that he fights for truth and justice, I'm fine (coming from an avid comic book fan). Keep the character the same, the way he looks isn't going to make or break the film.

Oh my God if filmmakers listened to fanboys, they'd kill themselves.

I can't help but ask, what is so disappointing about Man of Steel?

It's just an "S". It's the least of our concerns.

If you just took the people on this site and sat them in a room it would be a [frick]ing disaster. Like ellispart3 said, there were people wanting Hawkeye's classic uniform on screen for [frick] sake. How about Cap's original costume? People wanted that one too. Just because you are fan doesn't mean you know how to make movies. Unfortunately the reverse is also true. I think the more you see successful comic movies (i.e. Batman, Spider-Man, X-Men: FC) the more you will see quality directors asking for quality opinions. I don't think they make these movies without talking with folks who know more about the comics than any of us. Sometimes they listen to them and sometimes they don't.

Also, you are disappointed by MOS? Why? You haven't seen anything yet, not even a teaser trailer. I remember when Xmen: FC was about to come out and it was constantly slammed on this site. People whining and crying and they were proven completely wrong. Just slow down and wait and see. At least judge the damn movie from a trailer. Anything before that is just fanboy bullshit.

This is just a comment, not an editorial.

And here you all are! The idiots that will go buy a ticket no matter how horrible the film may be. It's your minimum wage they're after! Superman9859 you i'm so glad you took the time to leave this comment and read my short article. I am so thankful I got a chance to waste a small portion of your life, just think when this crap film is released you will pay to let these a-holes waste two more hours of that pathetic life of yours. ummmm feels good. And my S is [frick]ing awesome queer.

First of all, it's not even an "S." It's Kryptonian (or Kryptonese if you are referencing the language) and it's a symbol which represents "hope." Second, @ellispart3 is right: don't get mad if your editorial is met with some criticism. If you get your feelings hurt easily, you probably should stay off the message boards, too. Third, he could fly around in a tuxedo made of turds for all I care. It's only a movie. You want real Supes? Pick up a comic book.

@ ADDICT - I like the shield you've designed mate, I can tell that's a Superman logo. I think the S-Shield in Man of Steel looks rancid. It feels too bloated and overweight and "not right", and yes, his suit does look like he's put it in the wrong coloured wash lol. Add to that, I look at Henry Cavill and I don't see Superman at all. Credit to you for having the balls to speak your mind in the form of an article about the film and not following the masses.
In my opinion - and I'm not trying to disrespect anyone as we all have our own opinions - I think a lot of people are pumped about this film simply because Zack Snyder's directing and they were such big fans of 300 (an ok if somewhat repetitive film) and Watchmen (the film where NOTHING happens). But this is also the guy who blemmished the big screen with an overblown affair called Sucker Punch. I have a feeling Man of Steel will be a good superhero film, but an "average" Superman film.

@ Superman9589 - Yeah, it's ok mate, but...nah, I prefer ADDICT's design.

I love how the comments have progressed into some serious banter on this subject. I just love this character and I hate that these movie studios keep ucking it up. Thats a lot of money wasted because they didn't take a minute to step back and say, what would it mean to the world if Superman showed up tomorrow? @Superman9859: thanks for your opinion and I actually do like the shield you posted. @RyKnow: thanks I'm glad you like it and i agree I dont think they're gonna capture the essence of this character in this version. I saw pics where he had a beard...A BEARD? The Shield for the new film looks cartoonish and old. I really feel they have failed us again. And Cavil looks better for the part of Ken in a Barbie movie.

who cares about past stories how about something original and new. it makes no sense that he grew a beard. what is he gonna use to cut it? he has short hair but he has a beard? dumb dumb dumb. I AM POSITIVE THIS MOVIE IS NEVER GETTING A TOMATO ON THE TOMATO METER UNLESS NOLAN TAKES OVER AS DIRECTOR! They should reboot the reboot.

@Superman9859
what do you mean? that was a response to Addict wanting something new and original. Yet his argument so far has been against something new and original. he's complained about the "busy" suit, the dark color scheme, the beard (at some point in the film), and the "S". All of these things would be a bit different, original, and or new when it comes to Superman on film.
i'm confused on how that's not valid? but hey whatever.

@Superman9859
stupid computers turning people against each other..
my bad...my blunder.