Major Man of Steel Disappointment

For as long as I can remember, Superman has been my superhero of choice. Though I've gone through phases with others, Clark Kent is the heroic wonder that I've gone back to time and time again. There's something about how pure and good hearted he is that draws me in - that positive, seeing good in everyone type of attitude is the way I strive to be. And in a superhero? Even better.

Of course, when I found out that Henry Cavill would be playing Clark Kent, my jaw literally dropped - especially when I saw promo pictures. He's a total babe and looked the part to perfection. I generally don't go for manly, muscley men...but holy heck. I. Was. So. Excited.

I mean...just look at him! What. A. Babe.

 Maybe that's where part of the problem began - the anticipation. Henry Cavill playing Superman? OHMYGOD. Christopher Nolan taking part? YES. Superman on the big screen again? IT HAS TO BE AMAZING. But...it just...wasn't.

As you're all aware, this is certainly my own opinion and we're each entitled to our own. But was everyone else left with a lackluster feeling upon leaving the theater? I certainly was, and I believe these are the main reasons why (spoiler alert, by the way):

• Where was Lex Luthor? Superman obviously doesn't have to have Lex ruining the world every time he takes a step, but that happens an awful lot. And for the first legitimate movie about Clark Kent in a while (especially since it goes over his beginnings), I was definitely expecting to see the bad guy pop up. 
• What the heck was going on with Lois? In this installment, Lois apparently finds out that Clark Kent = Superman before he even starts working at The Daily Planet. I wasn't a fan of that aspect, nor was I a fan of the way things played out between them. Even if it's totally silly that the only difference between Clark Kent and Superman is a cape and pair of glasses, that's part of the foundation of the comics. I really missed that aspect, and I just didn't like the relationship these two had...which is something I was looking forward to :(
• I love Amy Adams...but I didn't love her as Lois. I think she's adorable and such a good actress, but this part wasn't the best choice for her in my opinion. Maybe I just love the way Lois was played in Smallville, but I wanted her to be more feisty, havoc-wreaking, and mischievous in general. She was a wishy washy character in Man of Steel and not the strong, amazing character that I looked forward to seeing.
• The storyline for the movie simply wasn't what I expected in general, and it didn't keep me glued to the edge of my seat and totally loving every second as I had hoped it would.

With all these downsides, of course the movie had its high points! I loved Henry Cavill as he played the awkward yet charming Clark Kent (even though I know I'm biased since I adore him to begin with). I really enjoyed seeing flashbacks to the beginning of baby Superman's life, and I thought Russell Crowe as well as Diane Lane and Kevin Costner did a pretty wonderful job. And you know what? I'm still going to buy this movie when it comes out on DVD. I'm such a sucker for Superman that it will have its own special place among my collection.

I'm curious to know what other people thought of Man of Steel! I've heard mixed reviews - some from avid Superman fans and others from those who don't know much about the superhero. Please share your thoughts with me in the comments!

And if you liked it or not, everyone in the world should appreciate this beautiful GIF:

 It's a bird! It's a plane! It's...just me heading out for the day,

Liz :)